Korean proverb of the day: 'Having no children is the ultimate, peaceful destiny; a house with many children is like a tree with too many branches...' An old saying about raising children offers a realistic look at parenthood and family responsibilitiesThe Korean proverb of the day reflects the realities of family life and parenthood. Using the image of a tree constantly moved by the wind,...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
Forget concrete, steel or wood. One state in India, has ‘living bridges’ which last for 500 yearsMeghalaya's Khasi community crafts extraordinary 'living bridges' from the roots of rubber fig trees, a testament to natural engineering. T...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
Life lesson of the day by Rumi: “Be like a tree and let the dead leaves… – Inspiring lessons on personal growth, letting go of the past, transformation, healing and why every ending is a new beginning by the renowned Persian poet and mystic known for his deep insights on human nature and relationshipsLife lesson of the day by Rumi: Rumi’s quote, “Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop,” explores the importance of letting go of thing...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
From flowers that smell rotten to trees with red 'blood': 7 strange plants you won’t believe exist on EarthNature presents astonishing plants that seem otherworldly. From the Rafflesia arnoldii, a giant flower smelling of decay, to the Welwitschi...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Put a freeze on extreme heat: Why India needs more than just heatwave warningsIndia faces severe heatwaves. Dangerous heat now affects large areas with little relief. This crisis demands action beyond meteorology. Hea...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
In 1960, Spain planted an invasive tree thinking it was a great idea, and now it's hammering local birdlife because the ecosystem can't keep upNew research from Spain reveals a stark difference in birdlife between native forests and eucalyptus plantations. While species numbers rem...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Indigenous people's way of life holds key to peace in a war-torn world: President MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu stated that indigenous people's connection with nature offers peace. Their traditions of worshipping earth and tre...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
Why a strong El Niño leaves tropical commodities acutely exposedForecasters anticipate a strong El Nino developing later this year, likely boosting global temperatures and disrupting rainfall patterns. T...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Oliver Tree Helicopter crash: When the US singer revealed he was exploring polyamory and dating multiple partnersOliver Tree death crash: Alt-pop musician Oliver Tree reportedly died in a helicopter crash. Fans are revisiting his interviews. Tree spoke...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Spanish proverb of the day: “Family is like the branches of a tree; we all grow in different directions, but...” Learn why this timeless wisdom reveals that family roots outlast distance, success, and every path life leads us toSpanish Proverb of the Day reveals a timeless family wisdom. Modern life pulls people across cities, countries, and careers. Yet strong fam...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
Quote of the day by Oliver Tree: 'No matter how strange you look, no matter how ugly you feel, you are beautiful. Life is sweet like a pineapple pizza', American singer's motivational lesson on life before his deathAmerican singer Oliver Tree was reportedly on board a helicopter that crashed in Brazil. The incident claimed six lives. News reports confi...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
‘Neymar! Neymar!’: Singer Oliver Tree's last Instagram post, chanting the Brazilian superstar's name, becomes his most-viewed content after his death in a helicopter crashSinger Oliver Tree tragically passed away in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on June 14. Just before his death, he shared a vibrant In...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
Why Oliver Tree didn't want to leave any money to his family or future kids before dying in Brazil helicopter crashMonths before his tragic death, singer Oliver Tree revealed his unusual estate plan: no family inheritance. Instead, his fortune will fund ...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.56 AM IST
Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date, timings, significance, do's and don'ts to seek ancestors' blessingsIn 2026, Somvati Amavasya falls on June 15, a highly auspicious day for ancestor worship and devotion to Lord Shiva. Devotees will observe ...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
Oliver Tree death: All about American alt-pop singer who dies after two helicopters collided mid-air in BrazilOliver Tree dead: The passengers on the same helicopter as Tree included a Brazilian music producer, Argentine video director and Argentine...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.12 AM IST
This UK couple grows chairs in their garden and sells them for $90000Alice and Gavin Munro have spent two decades cultivating trees to grow into ready-made chairs, a process taking 6 to 12 years per piece. Th...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST