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Proverb of the day from Greece: 'Death does not just steal your future; its primary act is to rob you of the illusion that you were the main character...' A modern Greek saying that puts life, death and self-importance into perspective- On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key events
- Quote of the day by Niccolò Machiavelli: 'The child who obeys you out of fear will one day lie to you for freedom...' Why fear can create obedience in children but not honesty explained by Italian Renaissance era philosopher
- Quote of the day by Epicurus: ‘Marriage is never good to a man, and we must be content if it does no harm; and the wise will never marry’; what this Greek philosopher’s teachings say about love and marriageEpicurus' take on marriage is a bit of a puzzle. Some folks think he believed it wasn't all that great and that smart people might steer cl...04 Jun, 2026, 08.00 AM IST
- On This Day in History, June 3: Muhammad Ali’s death, Tiananmen Square crackdown, Tagore’s knighthood, Partition plan and first American spacewalkOn This Day in History, June 3 witnessed several landmark events that shaped the modern world. From Muhammad Ali’s death in 2016 and the Ti...02 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Marcus Tullius Cicero: ‘The wise are instructed by reason, average minds by experience, the stupid…’ Powerful warning about intelligence, instinct and human natureQuote of the Day: Marcus Tullius Cicero’s words continue to resonate because they push people to reflect on how they learn, react and evolv...27 May, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Virgil: 'Do the gods light this fire in our hearts or does...'- Ancient Roman poet’s haunting quote about desire still explains why people lose themselves chasing what they wantAncient Roman poet Virgil's words still resonate today. His quote questions whether divine forces or personal ambition fuels our deepest de...26 May, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Niccolò Machiavelli: “Men are driven by two principal impulses, either by love or by fear” — Inspiring lessons on human behavior, decision-making and why motivation comes from love or pressure by the philosopher known for his insights into human nature and political strategyQuote of the Day by Niccolò Machiavelli: Machiavelli’s quote, “Men are driven by two principal impulses, either by love or by fear” explore...26 May, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Rome's greatest orator Cicero: 'To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to...'-The famous philosopher's timeless warning about history, wisdom and why people stop growing when they stop learningRoman philosopher Cicero warned that ignoring history leaves individuals perpetually immature, akin to children unable to grasp the present...25 May, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Roman Stoic philosopher, Cato: 'For some there is no comfort without pain. We define salvation through suffering. Hence, we choose people who are not right for us', his lessons on emotional pain and choosing the wrong peopleAncient Roman philosopher Cato the Younger observed that some people find comfort only in pain, defining salvation through suffering and ch...19 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
- How Eileen Wang, Arcadia Mayor, was caught acting as illegal Chinese agent in US?Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has been charged with acting as an illegal agent for the People's Republic of China. Wang agreed to plead guilty ...12 May, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Niccolò Machiavelli: "The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must therefore be a...." The powerful life lesson about survival, success, wisdom, confidence, and human nature still inspiring millions as modern success demands both fearless strength and clever strategyQuote of the day by Niccolò Machiavelli still feels painfully relevant in 2026. His famous lion-and-fox philosophy explains why many people...10 May, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
- Why travellers are turning to the zodiac for vacation planningPeople are increasingly using astrocartography to guide major life choices. This practice, which maps planetary influences on locations, he...08 May, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Roman statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero: ‘Politicians are not born; they are…’Marcus Tullius Cicero's blunt quote, 'Politicians are not born; they are excreted,' remains relevant today, questioning whether power corru...01 May, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Augustus: ‘Young men, hear an old man to whom old men…’Quote of the Day: Augustus Caesar, Rome's first emperor, founded the Roman Empire. His quote emphasizes respect earned through integrity an...21 Apr, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
- Interim leadership: Delivering results through trust and integrityGlobal challenges are shortening CEO tenures, creating leadership gaps. Interim managers offer a solution. This practice, seen in ancient R...08 Apr, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Cicero: 'If we are not ashamed to think it, we should not be ashamed to...' - Roman statesman’s no-nonsense message on intellectual courageMarcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent statesman, lawyer, writer and orator, championed justice and the rule of law during a turbulent era in t...07 Apr, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Marcus Tullius Cicero: ‘The life of the dead is placed in…’Marcus Tullius Cicero, a Roman lawyer and statesman, actively resisted the rise of dictatorship during the late Republic. Despite his effor...17 Jan, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
- Things you should know about the Roman philosopher quoted by Smriti Irani in her speechMarcus Tullius Cicero was an exemplary orator, who prized the idea of the republic above everything else.01 Mar, 2016, 12.35 PM IST
- World’s first credit crunch occurred in 88 BC Rome?A historian has discovered what he believes is the world’s first credit crunch, dating back to 88 BC in Rome, which might be the precedent ...02 Dec, 2008, 05.38 AM IST
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