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Rudyard Kipling’s Father’s Day quote: 'All we have of freedom, all we use or know, this our fathers bought for...' - inspiring lessons by The Jungle Book and Just So Stories author on sacrifices of parents and why we owe more to previous generations than we realiseFather’s Day quote by Rudyard Kipling: Rudyard Kipling's quote underscores the profound sacrifices of past generations. This sentiment high...- Quote of the day by Elizabeth Bishop: 'The art of losing isn't hard to master, so many things seem filled with...' - inspiring life lessons on dealing with loss, letting go, moving forward and acceptance by Pulitzer Prize winner and The Fish and One Art poetQuote of the day by Elizabeth Bishop: Elizabeth Bishop's wisdom on loss offers a profound perspective, suggesting that losing things is an ...
- Quote of the Day by Alexander Pushkin: ‘It is better to have dreamed a thousand dreams that never were than never to…’ Russian poet highlights enduring value of dreamsRenowned Russian literary giant Aleksandr Pushkin's timeless quote, 'It is better to have dreamed a thousand dreams that never were than ne...
- Quote of the Day by Mahmoud Darwish: ‘I love women whose hidden desires make horses put an end to…’ Palestinian poet's metaphorical take on power of attraction, mystery, and desireMahmoud Darwish, a celebrated Palestinian poet, explored themes of identity, exile, and love. His profound work, marked by lyrical beauty a...
- Quote of the day by George Orwell: ‘Marriage is only a trap set for you. If marriage is bad, the alternative is worse. It must be indissoluble, for better for worse, for richer for poorer...’, what Animal Farm author's line teach about marriage and commitmentGeorge Orwell's novel Keep the Aspidistra Flying delves into the conflict between personal freedom and societal obligations. The story high...
- The many roles editors play in shaping writers and storiesEditors approach writing in many ways. Some focus on cutting text, others on flow or consistency. Some encourage stamina, while others delv...
- Quote of the Day by the greatest prose satirist Jonathan Swift: 'As love without esteem is capricious...'- Here's a powerful reminder by the Irish author famous for his masterpiece, Gulliver's Travels, that love needs both respect and affectionJonathan Swift's timeless quote, 'As love without esteem is capricious and volatile; esteem without love is languid and cold,' highlights t...
- Quote of the Day by Francisco de Quevedo: ‘He who spends time regretting the past loses the…’ Spanish poet's golden words on value of timeFrancisco de Quevedo, a prominent 17th-century Spanish writer, cautioned against dwelling on past regrets, emphasizing their detrimental ef...
- Quote of the Day by Javier Marías: ‘We lose everything because everything remains except us, and therefore any form of posterity may be…’ Spanish author’s golden words on fragility of human existence and persistence of memoryJavier Marias, a renowned Spanish writer, is remembered for his profound novels. His work delved into memory, betrayal, and time's passage....
- Quote of the day by Khalil Gibran: 'We are all like the bright moon, we still have our darker...' - Renowned poet's timeless reflection on the dual nature of humanityQuote of the day by Khalil Gibran: Renowned poet Khalil Gibran's timeless wisdom is highlighted, particularly his quote, "We are all like t...
- Indian proverb of the day: 'Wise men don't grieve over lost things and what belongs to the past, but a fool weeps over things not worth his tears'; Panchatantra's timeless lesson on regret, loss and moving forwardAncient Indian wisdom from the Panchatantra offers a profound lesson on loss. A tale highlights how wise people accept what is gone. Foolis...
- Instagram emerges as platform for anti-caste Indian artDalit and Bahujan artists are reshaping the landscape of digital expression, turning social media into dynamic exhibitions of resistance. T...
- AI in literature debate: Does the book still matter?The debate over AI-written stories is missing the point. Literary awards must now focus on what truly matters in a book. The final work's i...
- Quote of the day by Japanese poet Matsuo Basho: ‘Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what…’ Why chasing wisdom matters more than copying successful peopleQuote of the day: Part of what makes Matsuo Bashō’s words feel timeless is their emotional honesty. Many people today experience pressure t...
- Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin: 'We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.' Life lessons on knowledge, intelligence and success by author, inventor and diplomat, who was also a US Founding FatherQuote of the day by Benjamin Franklin focuses on the importance of learning, knowledge and personal growth. The quote, “We are all born ign...
- Word of the Day: OpsimathWord of the Day: As more adults reinvent themselves both professionally and creatively, words like “opsimath” may gradually find a wider pl...
- Are these AI-written stories? Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2026 faces massive backlash after AI detectors flag winning entriesThe Commonwealth Foundation is facing growing scrutiny after winners of the 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize were accused of using artif...
- Quote of the day by Khalil Gibran: 'Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to...' - Timeless wisdom on the power of accepting uncertaintyQuote of the day by Khalil Gibran: Khalil Gibran, a poet and philosopher, blended Eastern spirituality with Western style, inspiring reader...
- Quote of the Day by Margaret Atwood: ‘War is what happens when…’ Renowned Canadian author shares words of wisdom on peace and conflict resolutionMargaret Atwood, a celebrated author, explores the profound connection between language and conflict. Her quote, 'War is what happens when ...
- Quote of the Day by Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish: ‘We went too far in our thinking and forgot that…’Mahmoud Darwish, a celebrated Palestinian poet, transformed personal pain from displacement and conflict into universal poetry. His works e...
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