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Supervisor who secretly fired her employee without telling HR ended up having to quit her own job insteadA part-time employee named Samantha Lee faced a fabricated termination notice from her supervisor, Sarah, during a period of family grief. ...
Psychology says the most common lie isn't what people say it's what they leave out: The surprising reason honest people still deceive othersPsychology suggests that most people do not set out to mislead others deliberately. More often, they leave out certain details because doin...
Indian online buyers losing up to Rs 28,000 crore annually to dark patterns, hidden charges: ReportIndian shoppers are losing thousands of crores yearly due to deceptive online designs. Hidden charges and forced add-ons affect millions of...
Psychology says when women say ‘I’m fine,’ they may be hiding a much bigger emotional story, and it’s not always what people thinkFor many women, saying “I’m fine” is not necessarily a sign of weakness or avoidance. More often, it reflects empathy, resilience, a strong...
Indian proverb of the day by Chanakya: 'A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first...' - Ancient Indian thinker gives practical advice on dealing with a ruthless worldAncient Indian philosopher and political strategist Chanakya continues to remain relevant centuries later because of his practical observat...
UK's Russell Group calls for tougher action on student visa fraudLeading UK universities, the Russell Group, are calling for a focused strategy against student visa fraud. They emphasize that isolated cas...
CCPA slaps fines on PhysicsWallah, McAfee for 'Dark Pattern' practicesIndia's consumer watchdog has fined edtech firm PhysicsWallah and cybersecurity company McAfee. They were found using deceptive interface d...
Psychology says people who trust others too easily aren’t simply naive but their brains may be wired for emotional safety, making red flags harder to noticeThe psychology behind people who trust others too easily reveals a complex blend of empathy, attachment styles, optimism bias, projection a...
Operation Octopus: Trapping the tentacles of India’s cyber fraud networkAmidst the alarming increase in cyber scams, the Hyderabad Police have initiated Operation Octopus, a mission aimed at dismantling the enti...
NYT Strands hints today for #816: These sneaky clues for May 28 might save your streakThe ongoing popularity of Strands highlights how much players enjoy daily games that are both quick and mentally stimulating. The New York ...
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “The first time you cheat me, be ashamed. The second time it is I who must be ashamed” — Life lessons on red flags, self-respect, betrayal and why trust takes years to build and seconds to breakChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “The first time you cheat me, be ashamed. The second time it is I who must be ashamed....
Gujarat shocker: Husband sells wife for Rs 50,000 after he 'grows tired'; she was raped for 10 daysA shocking case of human trafficking and sexual assault has emerged in Palanpur, Gujarat. A 26-year-old woman was allegedly sold by her hus...
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “The woman who deceives her husband makes her lover swear never to be unfaithful to her” — Life lessons on cheating, broken trust, insecurity and why clarity matters in relationshipsChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “The woman who deceives her husband makes her lover swear never to be unfaithful to he...
Chinese Proverb of the Day: Never does a woman lie in a more cunning way than… — Life lessons on doubt, manipulation and why trust takes years to build and seconds to breakChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “Never does a woman lie in a more cunning way than when she tells the truth to someone...
How to identify a Copperhead snake in your home and garden without mistaking harmless lookalikesIn the realm of gardens and green spaces, copperhead snakes excel at camouflage. Their striking reddish-brown bands seamlessly blend into t...
Quote of the day by 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin: ‘Crocodiles are easy. They try to kill and eat you. People are…’ – A wild lesson in awareness and trustSteve Irwin, renowned for his work with dangerous animals, observed that human intentions can be far more unpredictable than those of preda...
Saros review: Fast Combat meets punishing survival mechanicsSaros offers a challenging sci-fi roguelite experience on PlayStation 5. Players embody Arjun Devraj on the mysterious planet Carcosa. Comb...
Netflix sued by Texas for allegedly spying on children, addicting usersTexas has sued Netflix. The state attorney general claims the streaming giant spied on children and consumers. Netflix allegedly collected ...
Quote of the day by Bertrand Russell: “Man is a rational animal — so at least I have been told. Throughout a long life, I have looked diligently for evidence in favor of this statement, but so far I have....” Did Bertrand Russell expose the biggest hidden flaw in human nature long before the digital age arrived?Quote of the day by Bertrand Russell: Bertrand Russell remains one of the most searched philosophers in modern intellectual history. His bo...
Irish regulator to probe Facebook, Instagram over alleged user profilingIreland's media regulator on Tuesday said it has opened a probe into Meta over its recommender system that promotes content on its social m...