Russian Proverb of the Day: “After a fight, you don’t wave your… — Life lessons on timing, regret, acceptance, experience and why you can’t turn back the clockRussian Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “After a fight, you don’t wave your fists.” The saying reflects the importance of acce...
Did Churchill let 30 lakh Indians die? A journo took on Amartya SenMadhusree Mukerjee's book revived the debate on the 1943 Bengal Famine, questioning Amartya Sen's analysis of food entitlement failures. Ne...
As AI makes answers instant, schools face a bigger question: How do we teach students to think?As AI tools offer instant answers, students face a new challenge: understanding the 'why' behind solutions. The ET Masterclass AI for Acade...
Scottish proverb of the day: ‘All that’s said in the kitchen should not be told in the hall’; life lesson from old saying teaches us not to share confidential information, as it ruins your reputation and also your relationshipsNobody likes a tattletale who publicises private matters or tells confidential information to people. Being a blabbermouth destroys not jus...
US appeals court allows thousands of lawsuits against social media companies over user addiction claims to proceedAn appeals court permitted thousands of lawsuits against social media firms to advance. These suits allege companies designed products to a...
Quote of the day by Greek philosopher Epicurus: ‘Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not…’ – The ancient question that still challenges beliefAncient Greek philosopher Epicurus posed enduring questions about suffering and divine nature. His philosophy sought human happiness throug...
In 2018, researchers tested 50 students to see if alcohol could improve foreign-language speaking; the surprising finding won an Ig Nobel PrizeA study found that a small alcohol dose improved foreign language pronunciation perception. Independent listeners rated Dutch speakers bett...
Kamika Ekadashi Vrat Katha: See the sacred significance, story, fasting rituals, puja muhurat, and parana timings for 2026Kamika Ekadashi Vrat Katha: Today marks Kamika Ekadashi, a significant day dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees partake in thi...
Japanese proverb of the day: 'A good sword is the one left in its scabbard' Life lessons from inspirational proverb on true strength, power, restraint, peace, self-control, unnecessary conflict and preparednessJapanese proverb of the day, “A good sword is the one left in its scabbard,” teaches that strength is not shown by starting fights or using...
Gen Z job seeker demands daily '30-minute nap' during office hours: IITian CEO explains why this convinced him to offer the jobAn IITian CEO has shared how a Gen Z job candidate openly asked for a 30-minute afternoon nap every day to boost productivity. Instead of r...
Plaintiff Trump gets reprieve from an order to disclose his finances in BBC case - but only for nowA federal judge has temporarily halted financial disclosure orders for Donald Trump's lawsuit. Trump seeks to narrow his claims against the...
Think a Rs 50,000 EMI is better than Rs 35,000 rent? CA explains the home loan trap many ignoreCA Nitin Kaushik warns that comparing a Rs 50,000 EMI with Rs 35,000 rent can hide the true cost of homeownership. A 20-year loan may cost ...
Warner Bros' revenue disappoints on soft ad sales, weak box-office performanceWarner Bros Discovery reported second-quarter revenue below expectations, mainly due to significant declines in box-office and advertising ...
Psychology says couples who laugh after disagreements tend to recover faster, not because the issue disappearsPsychology says couples who laugh after disagreements often recover faster not because the conflict disappears, but because laughter helps ...
Psychology says the person who speaks last in a discussion may have more influence than you thinkPsychology says the person who speaks last in a discussion may sometimes have more influence than people realize because recent information...
Brij Bhushan Singh's acquittal 'deeply disturbing', says complainants' counsel Rebecca JohnA Delhi court has acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. Six women wrestlers had filed sexual harassment complaints against ...
In 1983, 'doomsday argument' predicted how many humans will ever live, now a study reveals when will human civilization be wiped off the face of the earthPerhaps the greatest value of the doomsday argument lies not in predicting when humanity might disappear but in encouraging reflection on h...