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ROYAL SOCIETY OF LITERATURE
In 1893, a chemist was silvering double-walled glass for cold gases and made a stubborn flask, which created the thermosIn the pursuit of knowledge, scientist James Dewar engineered an innovative container specifically designed for the exploration of ultra-ch...- In 1770, a scientist was handling a lump of rubber and found it rubbed pencil away, leading to the creation of the eraser, changing every school deskA pivotal moment in 1770 came when Joseph Priestley noted that natural rubber could easily wipe away graphite marks from paper. A material ...
- Indian proverb of the day by Chanakya: 'A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first...' - Ancient Indian thinker gives practical advice on dealing with a ruthless worldAncient Indian philosopher and political strategist Chanakya continues to remain relevant centuries later because of his practical observat...
- This day in history, May 30: From Joan of Arc's execution to the first Indy 500, women's pro baseball league debut and Mariner 9's launch to MarsThis day in history, May 30, has witnessed some of the world's most significant political, military, scientific and cultural developments. ...
- Quote of the day by Geoffrey Chaucer: ‘Love will not be constrained by mastery. Love is a thing as free as any spirit. Those bound by love must obey each other if they are to keep company long’Geoffrey Chaucer's timeless wisdom from 'The Canterbury Tales' reveals that genuine love thrives on mutual respect and freedom, not control...
- How to differentiate a Coral Snake from a Scarlet Kingsnake before you make a dangerous mistakeEncountering a red, yellow, and black snake in your garden can be alarming, as it might be a venomous eastern coral snake or a non-venomous...
- Quote of the day by Matilda author Roald Dahl: ‘Those who do not believe in magic will never find it. Watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places.’Roald Dahl's final published work, 'The Minpins,' offers a poignant farewell, urging readers to retain childlike wonder and discover magic ...
- Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: 'Most people are other people. Their thoughts are…'—Inspiring quotes by the most famous 19th-century Irish playwright, novelist, and poet celebrated for his sharp witOscar Wilde's powerful quote highlights how many people live as reflections of others. His words urge readers to question their own beliefs...
- Quote of the Day by famous poet Geoffrey Chaucer: 'If gold rusts, what then can …'—Inspiring quotes by the 'father of English literature,' best known for The Canterbury TalesGeoffrey Chaucer's timeless quote, "If gold rusts, what then can iron do?" warns of moral decay when respected figures falter. His life, ma...
- Quote of the day by William Faulkner: 'You don’t love because: you love despite; not for the virtues, but despite the faults...'Genuine love transcends flaws, disappointments, and imperfections, as it's built on acceptance rather than admiration of strengths. William...
- Quote of the Day by Sigmund Freud: 'It is impossible to escape the impression that people…'—Inspiring quotes by the Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysisQuote of the Day: Sigmund Freud, a pioneer in psychology, questioned societal values. His quote highlights how people often pursue power, s...
- In 1928, Alexander Fleming Returned From Vacation: Found Mold in a Petri Dish and Discovered Penicillin, Changing Medicine ForeverA forgotten petri dish led to a groundbreaking discovery. Alexander Fleming observed mold inhibiting bacteria, a finding later developed in...
- Why 30,000+ Snakes Gather in One Place Every SpringEvery spring, thousands of red-sided garter snakes emerge at Narcisse Snake Dens in Manitoba. This annual event is for reproduction, not mi...
- Quote of the day by Aldous Huxley: 'I wanted to change the world. But I have found that the only thing one can be sure of changing is oneself' ; life lessons from Brave New World authorAldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, believed personal change is key. He argued that focusing on self-improvement creates a ripple eff...
- Quote of the day by Sir Walter Scott: 'To the timid and hesitating everything is impossible because it seems so': Lessons on bravery from iconic Scottish writerSir Walter Scott, a renowned Scottish author, believed that fear and doubt create non-existent barriers. He stated that to the timid, every...
- Nobel Prize in Economics awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. RobinsonThe Nobel Prize in Economics has been awarded to Daron Acemoglu from Turkey, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson from the US for their sig...
- South Korean author Han Kang awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in LiteratureSouth Korean author Han Kang wins the Nobel Prize in Literature for her poetic prose addressing historical traumas. Alongside her career as...
- Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at riskMore than 33 years after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a fatwa ordering Muslims to kill him, Rushdie, 75, was st...
- Salman Rushdie awarded Mailer Prize for lifetime achievementAccepting the award, Rushdie said he is eager to teach Mailer's work in his classes at the New York University.
- Grand tribute planned for Bard's 400th death anniversaryPeople can post videos of themselves reciting Shakespeare lines. We hope to be able to record famous personalities as well as everyday peop...
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