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Wealth lesson by Charlie Munger: 'The big money is not in the buying or selling, but in the waiting' The timeless wealth lesson from Warren Buffett's legendary partner 'Oracle of Pasadena'Legendary investor Charlie Munger emphasized that substantial wealth isn't found in frequent trading, but in patient waiting. His advice hi...
Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy from Anna Karenina: 'Be bad, but at least don't be...'Russian literary giant Leo Tolstoy, author of 'Anna Karenina,' offered a profound insight: "Be bad, but at least don't be a liar, a deceive...
Quote of the day by Al Pacino: 'There are many things my father taught me: keep your friends close, but your enemies closer' - What The Godfather 2's actor dialogue teaches us about life and relationshipsA timeless piece of wisdom from The Godfather Part II advises keeping enemies closer than friends. This dialogue, said by Michael Corleone,...
Quote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt: 'It is better to swallow words than...' Life lessons on emotional intelligence, thoughtful response, exercising restraint, discretion and patienceQuote of the Day by Franklin D. Roosevelt reminds people that speaking with care can prevent regret and protect relationships. The quote, "...
Wednesday Motivation by Anne Frank: 'People can tell you to shut up, but they can't...'Anne Frank, a Jewish teenager hiding from Nazis during WWII, penned a powerful diary. Despite facing immense fear and restrictions in the '...
UK considers forcing social media firms to prioritise trusted newsThe culture department said on Monday it was considering requiring platforms such as Meta's Facebook, Alphabet-owned YouTube and TikTok to ...
Quote of the day by Queen Elizabeth II: 'Work is the rent you pay for the room you occupy on...' - A timeless lesson on purpose and responsibilityQuote of the day by Queen Elizabeth II: Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, passed away at 96, concluding over seven de...
Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: PalaceCharles began releasing his personal tax information when he was heir to the throne, but will become the first monarch to disclose it. "The...
On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other eventsOn This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation befor...
Quote of the day from America's FIFA football World Cup hero Alex Freeman: 'Now I'm here, it shows you can never give up. Keep pushing and you never know what chance you're going to get...' A reminder that opportunities can arrive when you least expect themAlex Freeman's quote, “Now I'm here, it shows you can never give up. Keep pushing and you never know what chance you're going to get and ho...
On This Day in History, June 21: Ferris wheel opens, Okinawa battle ends, Greenland gains self-rule, WNBA launches, US Constitution takes effect, 5th Harry Potter and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 21 saw the opening of the world's first Ferris wheel, the end of Japanese resistance on Okinawa during World W...
World Bank clears $1.5 billion package to boost India's structural reforms, private sector jobsThe World Bank has approved a $1.5 billion financing package for India, aimed at accelerating structural reforms and stimulating private se...
Largest POW grave site: In 1944, the Japanese hellship Hōfuku Maru sank with over 1,000 Allied POWs aboard; in 2026, forgotten military documents led to a discovery no one expected 80 years laterA Japanese prison transport ship, the Hōfuku Maru, sunk in 1944, has been found off the Philippines coast. This discovery brings to light t...
Iran-US sign 14-point deal at Versailles: In 1919, the same place hosted a treaty after World War I that created conditions for World War IIIran-US Deal: US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding at France's P...
Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationshipsQuote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to expla...
Pope hails US-Iran deal, appeals for dialogue in UkrainePope Leo XIV welcomed a Middle East war resolution between Iran and the United States. He called it a result of dialogue and negotiation. T...
Quote of the Day by Gunter Grass: ‘Homeland is something one becomes aware of only through…’ German poet on value of home, culture and rootsNobel laureate Günter Grass, a voice for Germany's post-war generation, explored themes of guilt and memory. His famous quote resonates dee...
Monday Motivation quote by Winston Churchill: 'It is not enough that we do our best; sometimes we must do what...'Winston Churchill, a pivotal 20th-century leader, championed the idea of doing what is required. His impactful words resonate with lessons ...
On This Day in History, June 15: Magna Carta sealed, first blood transfusion experiment, Batman Begins released and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 15 features landmark moments spanning law, science, war and culture. From the sealing of Magna Carta in 1215 a...
On This Day in History, June 14: Anne Frank writes diary, Auschwitz opens, first woman in space, first US flag approved, Falklands War ends and moreOn This Day in History, June 14 witnessed the beginning of Anne Frank's diary, the opening of Auschwitz, the launch of the Vostok mission t...