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Psychology says people who learn to use chopsticks to eat Chinese, Japanese, or any other cuisine aren't afraid of learning new skills: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who learn to use chopsticks to eat Chinese, Japanese, or any other cuisine aren't avoiding challenges. Psychology su...
Proverb of the day: 'A cat may go to a monastery, but...' Life lessons from African proverb on fundamental nature, intrinsic characteristics, surroundings, authenticity and self-acceptance, behavioral consistency and realistic expectationsProverb of the Day: "A cat may go to a monastery, but she still remains a cat" is an Ethiopian saying that explains how a person's basic na...
Startup founder claims foreign client honoured contract after dropping project internally, compares it to India's "adjust kar lo" cultureStartup founder's X post highlighted an international client's commitment to a paused six-month contract, contrasting it with India's often...
PM Modi feeds world's oldest living land animal 'Jonathan' during Seychelles visitDuring the tour of the sanctuary, Prime Minister Modi was seen enthusiastically feeding large turtles, including the famed 194-year-old Jon...
Psychology says people who talk to others from inside the washroom aren’t crossing personal boundaries, they may be more uncomfortable with silence than conversationPsychology suggests that people who talk to others from inside the washroom are often influenced by a combination of social bonding, commun...
IFS Brats' hostel: A junior United Nations AssemblyReflecting on the External Affairs Hostel in New Delhi evokes a sense of nostalgia for a time filled with rich cultural exchanges and deep ...
Best proverb of the day: 'A wound inflicted by a friend...' Life lessons from African proverb on emotional attachments, trauma, betrayal and trustBest proverb of the day highlights the saying, "A wound inflicted by a friend does not heal." This proverb explains how betrayal by someone...
5 house plants believed to protect homes, attract luck and promote well-beingAncient cultures revered specific plants for their protective, healing, and spiritual powers, believing they could attract prosperity and w...
Proverb of the day: 'A horse may take the warrior to the battlefield but...' Life lessons from African proverb on personal accountability, external support, self-reliance, and why a person needs to fight his own warsProverb of the day highlights the Ethiopian saying, "A horse may take the warrior to the battlefield but can never fight." The proverb expl...
Proverb of the day from Ethiopia: 'A person who isolates themselves from advice is like a Sunday market; it begins with...' Why people who refuse advice may be letting opportunities slip awayThe Ethiopian proverb, "A person who isolates themselves from advice is like a Sunday market; it begins with loud shouting, but ends comple...
NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule alleges 'political manipulation' ahead of 2029 elections, raises concern on Operation TigerNationalist Congress Party MP Supriya Sule expressed grave concerns, stating democracy is "on the verge of ending" as parties are being fra...
Best proverb of the day: "No matter where you turn or wander, you will always end up at home"Best proverb of the day: The Italian proverb "Chi si volta, e chi si gira, sempre a casa va finire" ("No matter where you turn or wander, y...
'Got paid 1.5 times for picking up a call after office hours': NRI compares US and Indian work culturesAn Indian-origin man has highlighted stark differences in workplace culture between India and the US. He observed that leaving work on time...
Melbourne, Victoria: Every Bit DifferentPlanning a trip to Australia? Explore Melbourne’s famous coffee culture, iconic attractions, art scene, sporting events and scenic coastal ...
Psychology says people who are very choosy about what they eat: What this eating behaviour may reveal about personality and daily habits?Psychology says people who are very choosy about what they eat may have eating habits shaped by personality, past experiences, routine, hea...
Egyptian proverb of the day: 'People are measured by their minds and not by their years; for how many young ones have minds that weigh as much as a mountain, and how many elders have hearts as hollow as sugar cane?' Why more age does not always mean more intelligenceAn old Egyptian proverb says, “People are measured by their minds and not by their years; for how many young ones have minds that weigh as ...
‘No one should hide their personal life at work’: Boss leaves early to attend daughter's school event. Shares powerful lesson on work-life balance and leadershipA viral post highlights a refreshing shift in workplace culture where a manager openly shared leaving for his daughter's school award. This...
Irish proverb of the day: 'Marry a woman from the mountain, and you...' Life lessons on collective family, community obligations, cultural baggage, interconnected growth, and why marriage is a package deal and comes with its own pros and consIrish proverb of the day teaches that marriage is never only about two people. The saying, "Marry a woman from the mountain, and you marry ...
Psychology says introverts who seem most at ease in their 50s and 60s are not the ones who overcame introversion; they are often the ones who stopped viewing their need for solitude as something that required justificationAs individuals transition into middle age, the allure of peaceful evenings often supersedes the excitement of lively gatherings. Studies su...
German Saying of the Day: "Different personalities balance one another," a life lesson on harmony in relationshipsThe German saying "Different personalities balance one another" teaches that contrasting traits and perspectives can strengthen relationshi...