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Life's fightback lesson of the day: When Jaws director Steven Spielberg was rejected by a film school twice - 'When you have a dream, it doesn't come screaming at you'- A childhood love affair with pizza and the return of the artisanal slice
- 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 cons
- Greek proverb of the day: 'You can tell who the good seamen are during a...' - motivational life lessons on character, resilience, leadership, importance of staying strong during hard times and why adversity is a test of strengthGreek proverb of the day: A Greek saying highlights how true character, skill, and leadership emerge during challenging times, much like sk...19 Jun, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
- Juneteenth 2026: Where and how NYC, Southern California and Central Illinois are celebrating the federal holidayJuneteenth celebrations are underway nationwide, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. Events range from food festivals and parades ...19 Jun, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- Juneteenth 2026: History, significance and everything you need to know about the holiday marking the end of slaveryJuneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the US. This federal holiday, officially recognized in 2021, marks th...19 Jun, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
- California State Parks offering free passes for a limited time: Who can apply and how it worksCalifornia State Parks Pass: California residents have a chance to explore state parks and historic sites for free. A limited-time program ...19 Jun, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
- Bulgarian proverb of the day: 'If marriage were a good thing, the priests would have married long ago...' A centuries old saying on why love alone is not enough to sustain a happy marriageThe Bulgarian proverb, “If marriage were a good thing, the priests would have married long ago,” uses humor and irony to comment on the rea...18 Jun, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
- In 1912, a wrestler got bored of eating ghee & milk every day. Then one day, a simple kitchen experiment led to the creation of one of world's most loved mithaisDiscover the fascinating history of dodha barfi, a beloved Indian sweet believed to have been created by a Punjabi wrestler more than a cen...18 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Latin proverb of the day: 'Love and a cough cannot be hidden. Even a small love...' - A timeless lesson on how true feelings always find a way outA timeless proverb talks about how love, like a cough, is impossible to conceal. Ancient wisdom suggests genuine feelings always surface, e...18 Jun, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
- Quote of the day by rock icon Mick Jagger: ‘The past is a great place and I do not want to erase it or to regret it, but I do not want to be its prisoner either’ - Rolling Stones musician on moving forward without regretRock icon Mick Jagger's quote of the day is a powerful message about the past. He believes we should cherish our history, its lessons and e...18 Jun, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Anna Wintour: ‘Those who want things always to stay the same are not…’ Visionary Vogue leader advocates staying open to changeAnna Wintour, a global fashion icon, transformed American Vogue. Her career highlights the importance of adapting to change. Wintour champi...18 Jun, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
- Japan's anime spirit: The playbook behind a World Cup masterclassAs Japan takes the stage in the World Cup, their journey reflects a deep-rooted passion for football that captivates fans worldwide. Their ...16 Jun, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
- In 1930, two brothers bolted a radio into a car dashboard, and the American road got its own soundtrackIn the revolutionary year of 1930, the Galvin brothers unveiled a groundbreaking invention: the car radio. This pivotal development infused...15 Jun, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
- PM Modi receives traditional Slovakian welcome; lauds rich cultural heritagePrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bratislava, Slovakia, for a three-day visit. He was welcomed with traditional bread and salt, and w...15 Jun, 2026, 09.14 AM IST
- 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...15 Jun, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
- In the 1920s, a paper company realized wartime wadding could work better on faces than on cold cream, and facial tissues entered daily lifeInitially crafted for elegant beauty routines to wipe away cold cream, facial tissues quickly transformed into a practical alternative to t...14 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
- Diljit Dosanjh's 'Morni' and the gender bias of cultural memoryIndian singer Diljit Dosanjh's music highlights the peahen, challenging traditional animal symbolism. Historically, animals embodying stren...13 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
- In 1945, villagers digging for fertilizer in Upper Egypt found a sealed jar of codices, and Nag Hammadi changed the study of early ChristianityVillagers near Nag Hammadi found a sealed jar in 1945. Inside were thirteen ancient books. These books contained early Christian texts unkn...12 Jun, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- Vikings on the way to the AmericasPhotographer David Yarrow's bold Viking-themed shoot of Norway's World Cup squad, featuring stars like Haaland and Odegaard, has sparked co...07 Jun, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
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