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PSYCHOLOGY OF BELIEVING IN SUPERSTITIONS
Psychology says people who still believe in superstitions aren't irrational: What this behavior reveals?Psychology says people who still believe in superstitions aren't necessarily irrational. Superstitions can help people manage uncertainty, ...- In 1518, hundreds of people in France danced uncontrollably for weeks until they collapsed; historians still cannot solve this mysteryIn the summer of 1518, hundreds of people in Strasbourg danced uncontrollably for days and even weeks, with some reportedly dying from exha...
- Quote of the Day by Ancient Roman poet Lucretius: “The greatest wealth is to live content with…” – Inspiring lessons on human nature, simplicity, gratitude and why happiness comes from within by the philosopher known for deep reflections of human desireQuote of the Day by Lucretius: Lucretius’s quote, “The greatest wealth is to live content with little, for there is never want where the mi...
- 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...
- Chinese New Year 2026: How simple rituals are believed to attract wealth this Lunar New YearAs red lanterns adorn homes and festive markets hum with activity, families around the globe are gearing up to celebrate Chinese New Year, ...
- Think Numerology Predicts Your Future? Here’s What It Really Does (and Doesn’t)Numerology is often misunderstood because of common myths and half-truths. This article separates numerology myths vs facts, explaining wha...
- Why 7 Feels Lucky and 13 Feels Cursed: Numerology and Psychology ExplainedSome numbers feel lucky while others create hesitation because of personal experiences, timing, and belief. Numerology explains how each nu...
- 'Kuberaa' to 'Special Ops Season 2' to 'Vir Das: Fool Volume': Watch latest OTT releases of this week on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime VideoFrom spy thrillers and horror-comedies to romantic dramas and stand-up specials, this week’s OTT releases (July 14–20) bring a diverse line...
- Friday 13th is here: Why people think it's unlucky and what's the mystery behind it?Friday the 13th is seen as unlucky. This belief has roots in ancient superstitions. The number 13 and Fridays are considered unlucky. Some ...
- Meerut Murder Shocker: Lover made Muskan sit on Saurabh’s chest, guided her to stab him thrice in the heartMuskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil are accused of murdering her husband, ex-Merchant Navy officer Saurabh Rajput. They allegedly drugged, s...
- Educational reforms must be paced, can't create fear among students: Union education minister Dharmendra PradhanUnion education minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlights the importance of educational reforms that do not instill fear in students, addressi...
- From 'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' to 'Ghudchadi': Top new OTT releases coming this week on Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ HotstarThis week’s OTT releases present an exciting lineup across multiple platforms. Netflix wraps up The Umbrella Academy and debuts Phir Aayi H...
- Is number 13 unlucky? This sociologist explores misconceptions shared by millionsThe source of 13's bad reputation - "triskaidekaphobia" - is murky and speculative.
- Suspected suicide of 9 members of family in Maharashtra brings back horrors of Delhi's Burari deathsNine members of a family of two brothers were found dead in Sangli, police said and maintained that they suspect it to be a case of suicide...
- In search of the unknown: The tussle between paranormal researchers and rationalistsGhost hunters and paranormal researchers are trying to find the science behind paranormal occurrences.
- 2016: Year of absurd, hysterical events which convulsed IndiaThe year was witness to incidents of all types being played out which made the readers sit up and take note of, some of them kooky and some...
- Why to make peace with randomness in stock marketBeneath the randomness in market, there are patterns but they manifest themselves over long periods of time, driven by fundamental attribut...
- The miracle of lifeAre we to assume that it’s wrong to tell our children stories of, say, how Hanuman carried a whole mountain back to Ram.
- The MacBeth effect?Superstitions, said someone, "Is the only religion of which base souls are capable." But quite a lot of not-so-base souls from the subconti...
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