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In 1818, British prisons adopted William Cubitt's treadmill as a tool of hard labor. 208 years later, the machine is a fitness staple, but its modern medical and exercise history evolved separately from the original punishment device- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'In life, a good friend will always stab you in the front' - A timeless lesson on true friendship hidden in one powerful sentence by the Irish author and poet
- Quote of the day by Charles Dickens: ‘There was a long hard time when I kept far from me the remembrance of…’ – ‘Great Expectations’ author on how we often realise true value only after something is gone
- Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: 'The books that the world calls immoral are books that show the world its own...' - The Irish literary icon's timeless reflection on literature's power to expose uncomfortable truthsOscar Wilde, a celebrated 19th-century writer, left a lasting literary mark. His works explored society and human nature with intelligence ...10 Jul, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- Words of wisdom by Charles Dickens: “A loving heart is the truest wisdom” — Why compassion remains humanity’s greatest strengthCharles Dickens’ famous quote, “A loving heart is the truest wisdom,” remains one of the most powerful wisdom lessons in modern life. He di...09 Jun, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Charles Dickens: “Happiness is a gift and the trick is...” Life lessons on joy, human behavior and inner peace by English novelistQuote of the day by Charles Dickens highlights the idea that happiness should be accepted when it arrives instead of being demanded every d...24 May, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- 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...20 May, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Irish author Oscar Wilde: ‘Experience is the name we give to…’Oscar Wilde, a prominent 19th-century Irish literary figure, championed "art for art's sake" and gained fame for his wit and social comment...23 Mar, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Charles Dickens: ‘No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of…’Quote of the day reminds readers that usefulness is not measured by acclaim or fortune but by the quiet impact one has on others. It reinfo...03 Mar, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
- Wednesday Motivation: 'The sun itself is weak when it first rises, and gathers strength and courage as the day gets on' by Charles DickensCharles Dickens' wisdom highlights that strength and success are gradual. Like the sun's ascent, initial uncertainty yields to growing conf...28 Jan, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
- Brighten up your day with this Oscar Wilde's book: 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' - Author’s only novel is a timeless classic of Gothic and English literatureOscar Wilde, a celebrated Irish writer and wit, championed art for beauty's sake. His novel, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' explored vanity ...31 Dec, 2025, 12.51 PM IST
- Oscar Wilde's sarcastic quote on New Year: 'Good resolutions are simply checks that men draw on a bank where they have no account'Noted Irish writer Oscar Wilde offered a sharp observation on New Year resolutions. He famously stated they are like checks drawn on a bank...30 Dec, 2025, 12.49 PM IST
- Anne Perry, best-selling crime writer with a murderous past, dead at 84Her first novel, 'The Cater Street Hangman', came out in 1979 and unveiled the husband-and-wife detective team.14 Apr, 2023, 10.50 AM IST
- Time to dishonour Section 138? Why there is little reason to continue with India's cheque bounce lawThe major lacuna in the law is that there's a presumption of mens rea without need for any additional proof. The mere fact that a cheque is...16 Mar, 2022, 12.49 AM IST
- Lights, camera, action: Justin Kurzel to direct Apple's 'Shantaram' seriesThe 10-episode original is based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Gregory David Roberts.17 Aug, 2019, 05.07 PM IST
- Nirav Modi likely to get bail, says UK extradition lawyerBarrister Ben Keith, of 5 St Andrew’s Hill, specialises in extradition cases and has three clients wanted by the government of India, all o...23 Mar, 2019, 11.23 AM IST
- Not a very Happy Holi for Nirav Modi in UK jailNirav Modi was arrested by Scotland Yard on Tuesday and presented before District Judge Marie Mallon at Westminster Magistrates' Court in L...21 Mar, 2019, 06.10 PM IST
- Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull terms Melbourne hostage crisis a 'terrorist incident'Turnbull said there was no evidence to suggest that the last night's attack was a coordinated attack and that others were involved in plann...06 Jun, 2017, 05.23 PM IST
- Treadmills to bowling, these everyday things originally had very different usesTreadmills were used in prisons to make convicted criminals walk on them for hours.19 Feb, 2017, 11.33 AM IST
- Indian man pleads guilty to manslaughter of toddlerIndian national Gursewak Dhillon, accused in the death of three-year-old Gurshan Singh Channa, today pleaded guilty before an Australian co...16 Dec, 2010, 10.46 AM IST
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