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In 406 BC, Socrates opposed an illegal mass trial of Athens’ generals, even when the angry assembly threatened his opponents with the same fate- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'If you wish to be loved, you must first make yourself worthy of that love...' - A life lesson on how to find true love that stays forever from the ancient philosopher
- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'It is a shame to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength your body is capable of' - Life lesson on how to reach your full potential by ancient Greek philosopher
- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'In childhood be modest, in youth...' Life lessons on true character, lifelong balance, boundaries, humility, self-control, fairness, moral responsibility and wisdomQuote of the day by Socrates highlights a philosophy that connects different virtues with every stage of life. The saying explains why mode...02 Jul, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Greek writer Aristophanes: ‘These impossible women! How they do get around us! The poet was right: Can't…’ humorous take on relationships and the universal emotion towards femalesQuote of the day: Even after more than two thousand years, Aristophanes remains one of history’s most influential comic writers. His plays ...28 May, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Ancient Greek historian Thucydides: “It is frequently a misfortune to have very brilliant men in charge of affairs. They expect too much of ordinary men” — Inspiring lessons on leadership, human behavior, communication and why great leaders adjust their expectations to human realityQuote of the Day by Thucydides: Thucydides’ quote, “It is frequently a misfortune to have very brilliant men in charge of affairs. They exp...26 May, 2026, 03.51 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Thucydides: ‘Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage’Ancient Greek historian Thucydides' words on self-control and courage offer timeless wisdom. He believed self-control builds self-respect, ...15 May, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
- Away from the complex agenda, here are five other highlights from day 1 of the Trump-Xi summitPosting on social media in mid-April, Trump predicted Xi would give him a “big, fat hug” upon his arrival in Beijing. Come Thursday morning...15 May, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- Xi's Thucydides Trap for the US to dodgeAt a high-profile summit in Beijing, Xi Jinping referenced the Thucydides Trap, framing it as a warning about potential conflict between a ...14 May, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
- An ancient warning hangs over the Trump-Xi summit bonhomieChinese President Xi Jinping invoked the "Thucydides trap" at his summit with US President Donald Trump, highlighting the risk of war betwe...14 May, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Socrates: ‘I do not know why I did it, I do not know why I enjoyed it, and I do not know why I will do it again’; Famous Greek philosopher and Plato's teacher on paradox of compulsionSocrates, the influential Greek philosopher, is credited with a quote highlighting the paradox of repeating actions without full understand...04 May, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'The greatest way to live with honour in this world is to be what we pretend to be' - A lesson on authenticity by the father of Western philosophySocrates, the ancient Greek philosopher, once said, “The greatest way to live with honour in this world is to be what we pretend to be.” Th...11 Mar, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
- ‘China’s Nostradamus’ Jiang Xueqin predicted US-Iran war; his chilling third forecast is now going viralA Chinese academic's lecture is going viral online. Jiang Xueqin made three geopolitical predictions. Two of these appear to have come true...05 Mar, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Thucydides: 'The secret to happiness is...' - life lessons by Greek historian and father of scientific history on freedom, courage, and how to be happyQuote of the day by Thucydides: Ancient historian Thucydides' timeless wisdom connects happiness, freedom, and courage. His quote highlight...17 Feb, 2026, 01.18 AM IST
- Term of the Day: Thucydides Trap – Meaning, origin, and is a U.S.–China war inevitable?Term of the Day: The Thucydides Trap describes the danger when a rising power (China) threatens a ruling power (USA). History shows this of...26 Jan, 2026, 09.33 PM IST
- What India could learn from Greece’s indifference to its own gloryA vacationer's initial admiration for the modern Greek mindset, contrasting it with India's focus on a glorious past, was shattered by a to...24 Jan, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- 104% tariff: Is Trump pushing US, China into a Thucydides's Trap?After Trump’s 104% tariff on Chinese imports took effect, China pledged firm retaliation and is planning urgent economic measures. Analysts...09 Apr, 2025, 06.57 PM IST
- View: The West needs to be careful if they are cheering China's economic misfortunesThe Chinese economy is on a decline, but it isn't exactly good news for the global economy. A China that can buy less from the world - whet...30 Aug, 2023, 10.24 AM IST
- View: Vladimir Putin’s Russia and Western dominanceThe question we must finally pose is: does the concept of ‘self-help, hold out any real promise for a partial but abiding peace on the plan...24 Aug, 2022, 07.27 PM IST
- Stocks could touch new highs: Global Money InvestorSelf-financed, heightened merger and acquisition activity in 2011 could boost stock valuations worldwide, with stock multiples expanding.05 Jan, 2011, 11.02 PM IST
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