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Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Epictetus: 'Do not seek for things to happen as you wish, but wish for things to happen as they do happen.' ; lessons on how to embrace reality and stop stressing from Ancient Greek scholarAncient Greek philosopher Epictetus advised embracing reality rather than demanding life conform to our wishes. Much suffering stems from u...
Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: “Wealth is like seawater: the more we drink, the...” — A timeless wisdom lesson on money, success, happiness, human desire, and the hidden trap of never feeling enoughQuote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer reveals a powerful truth about wealth, success, and happiness. Modern research shows rising income ...
Quote of the day by Epictetus: 'Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having...' - Greek Stoic philosopher's guide to a happier and simpler lifeAncient philosopher Epictetus, a former slave, taught that true wealth lies not in possessions but in having few wants. His Stoic philosoph...
Quote of the Day by Epictetus: "Circumstances don't make the man, they only reveal… – Inspiring quote on human behavior, personal growth, overcoming challenges and why life’s struggles reveals your real character by Greek Stoic philosopher known for the Discourses and the EnchiridionQuote of the Day by Epictetus: Epictetus’ quote means that life events do not create a person’s true character; they simply expose it. Acco...
Quote of the day by Roman Socrates, Musonius Rufus: ‘It is not possible to live well today unless you treat it as your last day’ - Stoic philosopher's lessons on life’s fragilityStoicism, an ancient philosophy emphasizing self-control and resilience, offers practical lessons for modern life. Musonius Rufus, the "Rom...
Quote of the Day by Toni Morrison: 'The function of freedom is to…' —Inspiring quotes by the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in LiteratureQuote of the Day: Toni Morrison, an iconic literary figure, asserted that the essence of freedom lies in its capacity to empower others. He...
St. Patrick's Day 2025: Who was St. Patrick? Why do we celebrate this day?The first St. Patrick's Day parade was held in Florida's St. Augustine in 1601. Irish people, who have emigrated to various regions like Du...
Gladiator 2 release date, review: Ridley Scott's epic movie to win Oscars? Details hereGladiator 2 release date is nearing but initial reviews have predicted that Ridley Scott's movie may become a show-stealer in the Oscars ce...
'Gladiator 2': Filming wrapped up. Release date, star cast and other detailsJoseph Quinn plays Roman Emperor Caracalla. 'Gladiator 2' will see the return of Denzel Washington with Nielsen and Derek Jacobi reprising ...
Ancient prison bakery unearthed in Roman city of PompeiiThe bakery, where slaves and animals were forced to perform the backbreaking task of turning the millstones, had no doors or communication ...
Archaeologists uncover 'Bakery Prison' shedding light on dark side of ancient Roman slaveryThe cramped room had small, high windows with iron bars and indentations on the floor, suggesting the movement of blindfolded animals.
Juneteenth in America: History, significance, events and celebrations; Here’s all you need to knowJuneteenth is celebrated in the United States to commemorate the end of slavery in the country. It is also the longest-running African-Amer...
Gladiator 2: Release date, cast, plot and key detailsGladiator 2 is coming and director Ridley Scott will helm the movie with Paul Mescal playing the pivotal role.
Polytheism enables mother of democracyThere are many gods who are constantly competing, collaborating and negotiating for power. This allows for democracy. Atheism - popular amo...
Newly restored Pompeii house of two former slaves now open to the publicThe house gives just a glimpse of domestic life in the doomed Roman city.
Amid furore over monuments, Trump seeks 'garden' of US heroesHis executive order says the garden should open before July 4, 2024, and he leaves it up to a federal task force to make recommendations ab...
View: Fake news and politics & economics of faithBy accusing the Knights Templar of being homosexuals, they were being equated with the Muslims, hence the pleasure-loving Devil. The ‘fake ...
GIC Re CMD Alice Vaidyan's success mantra: If career is important, make it a successVaidyan at one point thought of quitting when she realise she can’t have it all.
Book Review: The Roman Guide to Slave ManagementQuestions raced through the f labbergasted Falx’s head. What did they do with captives of wars of conquest? Who would perform the basest ta...
Kailash Satyarthi braved bullets to save kidsAs engineering student in Vidhisha, Kailash Satyarthi once came across a cobbler's son, who was less than 10 years' old, was helping him in...