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After 250 years, the 'American dream' is tarnished but aliveAs the US nears its 250th anniversary, the 'American dream' remains a powerful draw, symbolizing opportunity and a better life. Immigrants ...
An island of colorblind people: Around 1775, just 20 people survived a Pacific typhoon, and one rare mutation still affects the vision of many descendants todayA remote Micronesian island, Pingelap, is home to a unique genetic condition where a significant portion of its population experiences comp...
A major discovery in Denmark is changing what we thought we knew about VikingsA vast textile production site unearthed in Denmark is challenging the traditional image of Vikings as mere barbarians. Spanning over a mil...
1,700-year-old Roman gold ring discovered in England by former soldier during metal-detecting tripA former soldier unearthed a rare Roman gold ring in southwest England. The 1,700-year-old artefact features the goddess Victoria. Experts ...
In 2014, a metal detectorist in Scotland found a hoard that looked like Viking treasure, until scientists scanned what was wrapped insideA metal detectorist's 2014 find in Scotland, the Galloway Hoard, initially thought to be Viking loot, revealed a more complex story. Scient...
US Treasury prepares mock-up of $250 note with Trump portraitUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed mock-ups for a proposed $250 note featuring President Donald Trump, pending Congressional appr...
Trump's face could appear on US $250 billA proposal to feature Donald Trump on a new $250 bill for America’s 250th anniversary is under discussion, raising legal and political conc...
Treasury officials moot $250 note featuring Trump: ReportAmerica may soon see a USD 250 currency note with President Donald Trump's portrait. This move requires a new law from Congress. Officials ...
Word of the Day: PetrichorianWord of the Day: Petrichorian carries many of the qualities that help unusual words endure: it sounds lyrical, creates vivid imagery and re...
India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeoverBrandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second...
In 1896, a French scientists left uranium salts in a drawer wrapper. What happened next unlocked the atomic ageA cloudy day led to a scientific accident. Henri Becquerel discovered radioactivity when uranium salts exposed photographic plates in a dra...
Word of the Day: VellichorIn a world increasingly shaped by disposable content and fleeting digital interactions, vellichor reminds people of the enduring emotional ...
Thought of the day by French Fashion legend Christian Dior: ‘Living in a house which does not suit you is like wearing…’ Lessons on identity and choice by the founder of the luxury brandThought of the day: Today, the Dior label remains one of the world’s most recognizable luxury fashion houses. But beyond couture and fragra...
Did Indira Gandhi ask people not to buy gold in 1967? Here's the truthA social media image claiming Indira Gandhi urged against gold purchases in 1967 is fake. The Hindu newspaper confirmed the image is digita...
Trump set to become first living president on US passport for America’s 250th anniversaryThe US State Department is preparing a limited release of commemorative passports for America's 250th anniversary, featuring President Dona...
Trump’s face and signature in gold to appear on US passports soon? State Department plans limited-edition passport for 250th anniversaryTrump’s face and signature in gold to appear on US passports soon? The State Department plans limited-edition passports to mark 250 years o...
All 14 types of Rs 10 coin legal tender, says RBI. Check details of all 14 types here"These 14 types of Rs 10 coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduc...
High Court dismisses PIL for withdrawal of coins with religious images"It does not dent the country's secular fabric and secularism does not bar issuance of coins to commemorate any event," the bench said.
Reserve Bank of India to issue new Rs Five and Rs Ten coinsOn the design of new Rs 5 coin, the RBI said the coin's face will bear an image depicting centre facade of Allahabad High Court Building em...
Special edition of gold coins with images of deities, monuments boost salesSpecial edition gold coins with images of deities or monuments have been driving the overall coin sales of NBFCs.