People who grew up without seatbelt laws, bicycle helmets, or parental supervision past the front door often describe their childhoods not as reckless but as unusually free, and many are still sorting out which of those things they believeResearch indicates a decline in children's independent activity is a key driver of falling mental wellbeing. This shift from unsupervised p...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Quote of the day by Robert Smith: 'I’ve never regretted not having children. I objected to being born, and I refuse to impose life on someone else...' British music legend gives a perspective on existence, consent, and the ethics of parenthoodRobert James Smith, frontman of The Cure, is widely regarded as one of the defining voices of alternative rock, shaping post-punk and gothi...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Quote of the Day by John Lennon: ‘When you do something noble and beautiful and nobody noticed, do not be sad…’ - why doing good without recognition may be one of life's greatest strengthsQuote of the Day by John Lennon suggests that the value of noble deeds lies in their inherent goodness, not in public recognition. Like the...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
First in six decades: India-born Nikhil Chaudhary added to Australia's T20 squadNikhil Chaudhary, an Indian-born all-rounder, has been selected for Australia's T20 squad. He will play against Bangladesh in an upcoming s...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Psychology says people born in June may have a hidden advantage in social life, confidence, and adaptability, but is it true?Psychology also cautions against placing too much faith in birth-month personality theories. The human brain is naturally drawn to patterns...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Quote of the day by adventurer Bear Grylls: ‘But I also knew if I could somehow replace my doubt with…’ – ‘Man vs. Wild’ star on overcoming inner battles and courageAdventurer Bear Grylls shares a powerful lesson from his life. He explains that facing tough challenges requires a mental shift. Grylls adv...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
Quote of the day from Sigmund Freud: 'Many adults are still trying to earn love from parents who only rewarded performance...' How childhood experiences can make people chase constant validation from othersThe quote of the day from Sigmund Freud highlights how many adults continue to seek approval and love based on achievement, a pattern often...
11 Jun, 2026, 03.56 AM IST
US cracks down on 'birth tourism' networks, revokes hundreds of visasThe US has dismantled overseas "birth tourism" networks, revoking hundreds of visas for foreign nationals who traveled to give birth and se...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Kahlil Gibran: ‘Your children are not your children; they are sons and daughters of…’ - The Prophet author’s iconic passage on why every parents must learn to let goQuote of the Day by Kahlil Gibran's poem offers wisdom on parenting. It states children are not possessions but life's own. Parents guide, ...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Psychology says the “cool” parent who lets their child negotiate every boundary is risking one specific outcome, and it usually shows up the moment they enter a professional environmentFor children to flourish, they require a loving touch paired with clear boundaries. Embracing an authoritative parenting style, which blend...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Life advice of the day by German-American writer Charles Bukowski: 'Some people never go crazy...'- The godfather of 'dirty realism' and a transgressive literary icon's wild reminder to break free from an ordinary lifeCharles Bukowski, a German-American writer, urged people to embrace life's uncertainties. His quote suggests a life without passion or risk...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.34 AM IST
Parents who can't stop helping their grown children aren't simply devoted; they've built an identity around being needed, and it's the last wall standing between them and the question of who they are when nobody calls anymoreMillennials often joke about parental overreach, but psychologists reveal it stems from parents' own anxieties and fear of losing purpose. ...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
Bhutan to give cash incentives to families for more babiesBhutan is facing a population decline and is introducing financial incentives for families. Starting June 4, 2026, parents will receive mon...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.18 PM IST
'I've never seen such hate': YouTuber Jesse Ridgway responds to intense backlash after sharing 'very difficult decision' to terminate wife's pregnancyYouTuber Jesse Ridgway faced severe online backlash after he and his wife Ashley Ridgway terminated a pregnancy. The couple learned their u...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.02 AM IST
Psychology says kids who seem wiser than adults may be carrying a hidden burden: The surprising truth behind emotionally mature children and their deep understanding of lifePsychology suggests that children who seem unusually mature for their age are not necessarily born with exceptional wisdom. More often, the...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Who is Gauri Spratt? Aamir Khan's girlfriend and entrepreneur reportedly set to marry the '3 Idiots' starGauri Spratt, a Bengaluru-born salon entrepreneur, is reportedly set to marry Bollywood star Aamir Khan. The couple may tie the knot in a p...
03 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
10th dropout Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to become a case study for 90 percentile IIM studentsTeenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who dominated IPL 2026 with record-breaking performances, will be the subject of an academi...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST