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Best proverb of the day: “The forest was shrinking, but the trees kept voting for the axe, because...” — Why did the forest choose the axe? An old Eastern European proverb reveals why people often trust what feels familiar, and the powerful life lesson it teaches about self-deception, and the hidden consequences of everyday choices- 'TMC almost destroyed Bengal through looting': Giriraj Singh backs PM Modi, claims 'second independence' under BJP
- In 1899, scholar Wang Yirong just looked at 'dragon bones' in medicine market; Then he noticed strange symbols that revealed China's 3,000-year-old lost history & direct evidence of Shang dynasty
- Quote of the Day by the iconic Irish poet W.B. Yeats: 'The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting...' – The Second Coming poet's gentle reminder that magic exists when we learn to truly seeIrish poet W.B. Yeats believed life holds hidden wonders. He felt people miss these by being too busy. Yeats's quote encourages sharper sen...11 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
- In 1967, an archaeologist’s spade bit into volcanic ash on Santorini, and Akrotiri emerged like a Bronze Age time capsuleAn extraordinary archaeological discovery in Akrotiri, Santorini, has unveiled a hidden prehistoric metropolis. Entombed under layers of vo...09 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
- From Trump to Messi, Iran to ICE, politics and sport collide at the biggest World Cup in historyThe biggest World Cup ever, begins with 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament faces soarin...09 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
- Word of the Day: AbderianWord of the Day: One reason Abderian remains such a useful word is that it describes a deeply familiar human tendency. Nearly everyone has ...08 Jun, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
- Quote of the day: “If you win, you need not have to explain. If you lose, you should not be there to explain”- Adolf HitlerQuote of the day: “If you win, you need not have to explain. If you lose, you should not be there to explain.” Often attributed to Adolf Hi...07 Jun, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Lao Tzu: "Simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures..." — Could the secret to a peaceful and successful life be simpler than you think? Discover how Lao Tzu’s timeless wisdom on simplicity, patience, and compassion can help reduce stress, build inner peace, and guide you toward a more meaningful and balanced life in today’s fast-paced worldQuote of the day by Lao Tzu continues to inspire millions because its message remains powerful in today's fast-changing world. The legendar...03 Jun, 2026, 02.58 AM IST
- Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'Although this bird has not yet taken flight...'-Life Lessons on hidden potential, patience, inner strength, and why greatness often remains silent before it risesAn ancient Chinese saying reveals the depths of untapped potential. It suggests that a bird that remains grounded will one day soar beyond ...30 May, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Mark Twain: ‘Nothing so needs reforming as other…’ – Legendary humourist on human complexity and humilityMark Twain's sharp wit highlights our tendency to readily spot others' flaws while overlooking our own. This enduring observation, "Nothing...30 May, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: 'Don’t marry until you’ve stopped loving the woman you’ve chosen, until you see her clearly, otherwise...' - The dark reality of love and marriage explored by the legendary Russian novelistRussian author Leo Tolstoy continues to spark debate through a memorable quote of the day from his novel War and Peace, where Prince Andrei...22 May, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
- In 2010, a metal detectorist's unexpected find in an English field turned out to be a rare 2,000-year-old Roman parade helmetA Roman cavalry parade helmet, the Crosby Garrett Helmet, was discovered in Cumbria in 2010. This elaborately decorated artifact, dating ba...21 May, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
- A massive DNA discovery just rewrote everything we thought we knew about the Japanese peopleA groundbreaking DNA study has uncovered evidence of a third ancestral group contributing to Japan's population, originating from northeast...18 May, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
- Word of the Day: XenodochialWord of the Day: Xenodochial reminds us that openness toward strangers has been valued across civilizations for centuries. At a time when f...17 May, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
- African Proverb of the Day: 'If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try...'-The African Proverb that proves one person can make a lot of impactAfrican Proverb of the Day: An African proverb, "If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try spending the night with a mosquito...16 May, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Genghis Khan: ‘I am the punishment of God...If you had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you’ - Mongolian warlord’s ruthless philosophy on why societies create their own downfallQuote of the Day by Genghis Khan suggests history shows societies delay accountability until consequences become unavoidable. The feared ru...15 May, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
- History's most famous Halley's comet may need a new name, and the real discoverer was a monk nobody ever heard ofHalley’s Comet naming controversy is reshaping astronomy history after new medieval research revealed a forgotten discovery from nearly 1,0...14 May, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth II: ‘Perhaps we make too much of what is wrong and too little of…’ - Why you must remain hopeful in difficult times, explained by the longest-reigning monarch in British historyQuote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth II suggests that dwelling too much on what is wrong in life can deepen negativity, as she once reflecte...13 May, 2026, 01.44 PM IST
- Boost your Social Security fast: Little-known rules that could mean bigger checksMore than 53 million retired Americans now depend on Social Security benefits every month. Yet millions still lose retirement income becaus...08 May, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
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