Proverb of the day: ‘Make of a fly an elephant’ - a funny image on perspective and overreactionEver blown a minor issue out of proportion? A French proverb, 'Make of a fly an elephant,' warns against this common tendency to exaggerate...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
US Centcom says Iran does not control Hormuz after Tehran closes strait over Israeli strikes in LebanonIran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following Israeli strikes in Lebanon, citing violations of a ceasefire. However, the US Centr...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
Words of Wisdom by Celine Dion: 'Life Imposes Things on You That You Can’t Control, but You Still Have the Choice of How You’re Going to Live Through This' offers words of wisdom on having positive attitude to overcome problemsCeline Dion’s words of wisdom offers a powerful lesson about acceptance, resilience, and personal responsibility. While life inevitably pre...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.15 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “In the midst of great joy, do not promise anyone anything. In the midst of great anger, do not… — Life lessons on self-control, judgment, decisions, communication, awareness, and why clarity speaks louder than reactionChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “In the midst of great joy, do not promise anyone anything. In the midst of great ange...
20 Jun, 2026, 08.16 PM IST
Psychology says adults who look in the mirror ten times a day are not narcissists: Why the brain keeps searching for reassurance, control and identityPsychology suggests that adults who frequently glance at mirrors are rarely being narcissistic. More often, they are seeking reassurance an...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
Energy security is not just about power generation, it’s about controlling the systems behind itAs electricity becomes the backbone of AI, industry, and transportation, energy security will increasingly depend on controlling the techno...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep their lights on while sleeping aren't afraid of the dark, they may be fighting a different battle of control and comfort inside their mindsSleeping with the lights on is rarely an arbitrary habit. Psychology suggests that everyday behaviors often serve as clues to deeper emotio...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Iran floats ‘Insurance Fees’ and asserts control over HormuzThis development raises concerns for the shipping sector about safe navigation. Iran's new requirements and possible insurance charges coul...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Psychology suggests adults who talk themselves through everyday tasks aren’t scattered; self-guiding speech can help the brain maintain focus and reduce cognitive driftMany think that speaking to oneself is a sign of distraction, but research in psychology shows it's quite the opposite. Engaging in self-di...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
OpenAI introduces enhanced usage analytics, AI spending controls for ChatGPT EnterpriseThe new features aim to help manage costs and track credit usage, as growing adoption of the AI tools by power users in enterprises has d...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
'Do not use': US banking giants JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs restrict Anthropic AI access abroad. Here's whyMajor US banks, JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs, have restricted employees outside the US from using advanced AI tools like Anthropic's Cl...
18 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
Psychology suggests the adult who always offers to drive isn’t being generous; the wheel is the one place they control the route, the pace, and the exit, and for someone who grew up powerless, that feels like reliefSome people always volunteer to drive. This habit stems from a childhood where they had little control. The driver's seat offers a sense of...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
L’Oréal buys control of Innovist as India beauty battle intensifiesL'Oréal SA is acquiring a majority stake in Indian beauty startup Innovist. This move strengthens L'Oréal's position in India's rapidly exp...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who clean as they cook are practicing small self-control loops that change how calmly they handle busy daysA messy kitchen can prolong stress, according to research linking clutter to higher cortisol levels. The 'clean as you go' habit, however, ...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
'Tamil Nadu pollution board finds no contamination at Hosur iPhone parts facility': Tata ElectronicsTata Electronics has received clearance from the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board. The board confirmed all concerns regarding alleged gro...
17 Jun, 2026, 01.18 AM IST
Small rubber footwear units get 1 yr to comply with quality normsMicro and small enterprises in the non-leather footwear sector have received an extended deadline of July 31, 2027, for mandatory quality c...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Psychology says overthinking is often the fear of losing control: Why the mind repeats old conversations to prepare for pain that may never happenPsychology says overthinking is not usually a sign of weakness. More often, it reflects a mind that has learned to equate preparation with ...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.31 PM IST