Psychology says people who leave the price tag on gifts may be sending a message without saying a wordGift-givers often assumed that a higher price tag would make the recipient more grateful, believing that spending more was a sign of greate...
18 Sep, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
EPF retirement corpus calculator: Rs 1,800 vs Rs 3,000 monthly contribution — how much more EPF corpus you may build in 30 years?The recent announcement to elevate the EPF wage ceiling represents a significant advantage for employees. By contributing more each month, ...
18 Sep, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
Top Olympic official wants even bigger Asian GamesAsia's Olympic chief expressed a desire for an athletes' village at the Japan Games. Organizers faced accommodation shortages for over seve...
18 Sep, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
These oysters cannot be harvested. They still returned $1.70 for every $1 investedA 400-acre network of oyster sanctuaries in Pamlico Sound generated about $1.70 in economic and environmental benefits for every $1 investe...
18 Sep, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
In 1992, scientists sent 230 hornets into space to see if they could build a nest without gravity; after 8 days, they returned without building oneDuring a 1992 space mission, the Endeavour shuttle became home to 230 hornets, prompting scientists to investigate how these insects build ...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Meet Faustino Oro, the Argentine chess prodigy who became a grandmaster at 10 years, 8 months and 16 days, setting a record as the youngest South American grandmasterFaustino Oro started playing chess at just six, during the COVID-19 lockdown. Within a few years, the Argentine teenager was breaking recor...
16 Sep, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
Coca-Cola acquired Glacéau, Vitaminwater’s parent company, for $4.1 billion in 2007. 50 Cent had received an equity stake rather than only a traditional endorsement feeRapper 50 Cent experienced a windfall of about $100 million from his investment in Glacéau. In 2007, Coca-Cola purchased the Vitaminwater c...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
How much of the current market movement is linked to the CLARITY Act vote?Crypto markets weakened after the US Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act, but the selloff came amid a broader risk-off environment. Bi...
16 Sep, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
Is Tyler Cameron engaged? What to know about the ‘Dancing With the Stars’ star’s relationship with Tate MaddenTyler Cameron, known for his reality star status, is currently competing in the 2026 season of Dancing With the Stars. He recently became e...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
In 2015, Beyonce accepted about $6 million in Uber stock instead of cash for a performance; 4 years later, the company went public at an $82 billion valuationBeyoncé and Uber story remains a striking example of how celebrity culture, technology startups and equity compensation converged during Si...
16 Sep, 2026, 03.26 AM IST
Bill Gates’ $132 million Xanadu 2.0 was meant to use rare old-growth timber, but a tiny owl changed his mansion plans and led him to use reclaimed wood insteadBill Gates’ $132 million Xanadu 2.0 was originally planned with high-quality old-growth timber, but concerns over the threatened northern s...
16 Sep, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
In 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber; 5 years later, his stake was worth more than $60 million as the ride-hailing company expandedIn 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber when the ride-hailing startup was still finding its footing. Five years later, his stake ...
15 Sep, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
In 2013, rapper Nas invested in Coinbase when the crypto exchange was valued at $150 million; 8 years later, his stake was worth at least $40 millionRapper Nas' venture firm, QueensBridge, invested in Coinbase in 2013. This early bet occurred when Coinbase was valued at approximately $15...
15 Sep, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
His son discovered crores only after his death: Chennai financial advisor shares the money mistake one generation keeps makingChennai-based financial advisor B Padmanaban shared a story about a father who accumulated deposits, investments and properties worth crore...
14 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Royal Caribbean cancels Alaska cruise after 1,700 passengers board ship in Vancouver and are left waiting; guests told to leave by midnightRoyal Caribbean had to cancel an Alaska cruise just after 1700 passengers boarded in Vancouver due to unexpected maintenance issues. This c...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis moved into their LA farmhouse months before COVID; after 5 years of construction, its solar system now powers the entire propertyAshton Kutcher and Mila Kunis dedicated five years to meticulously designing their six-acre farmhouse in Los Angeles. Working alongside arc...
10 Sep, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
Quote of the day by Ashton Kutcher: "When I was 13, I had my first..." — Inspiring life lesson from a timeless quote on hard work, perseverance, humility, career growth and why ordinary jobs can shape the path to unexpected success, by the actor and entrepreneur known for That ’70s ShowQuote of the day by Ashton Kutcher, “When I was 13, I had my first job with my dad...” focuses on the value of hard work and starting small...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.43 PM IST