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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...
Quote of the Day by Chanakya: ‘He who is overly attached to his family members experiences fear and sorrow, for the root of all grief is…’ Indian philosopher’s powerful words on family and attachmentAncient Indian philosopher Chanakya, also known as Kautilya, advised discarding attachment to family for happiness. His quote, "He who is o...
For 500 years, most people could never enter this walled city in ChinaAt the heart of Beijing stands the Forbidden City, a vast palace complex that served as the centre of imperial China for centuries. Built t...
Quote of the day by Laozi: ‘Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become…’ Chilling warning by the Chinese philosopher on why anxiety, anger and toxic behavior quietly take over livesQuote of the day: One reason the quote continues to resonate across generations is its practicality. It does not depend on complex philosop...
On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
Roman emperor hidden as Egyptian Pharaoh found in Karnak Temple: 2,000-year-old stone discovery in Luxor shocks archaeologistsKarnak Temple in Luxor has yielded a remarkable 2,000-year-old stone slab showing Roman Emperor Tiberius depicted as an Egyptian pharaoh. T...
Quote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: ‘I have just three things to teach…’ - The wisdom our materialistic lives forgotQuote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu on simplicity, patience, and compassion remains relevant today. His teachings offer...
Quote of the day by Shang Yang: 'The stupid don't even understand something that happened long ago, the wise understand it before it...' - thought-provoking lessons on intelligence, life strategy and why wise people predict outcomes early by founding father of legalismQuote of the day by Shang Yang: He emphasized foresight in human behavior, contrasting those who learn from past events with the wise who a...
Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 shipTaiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity near its waters. Nine Chinese aircraft and seven vessels were detected on Mond...
Quote of the day by Confucius: “A great man is hard on himself; a small man is...” Life lessons on success, human nature and achievements by China’s popular philosopherQuote of the day by Confucius explains how people should focus on self-improvement instead of blaming others. The quote shares lessons on s...
Taiwan detects 16 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, 8 vessels around itselfTaiwan's defense ministry reported sixteen Chinese military aircraft and eight vessels near its waters. Thirteen aircraft crossed the media...
Taiwan detects eight PLAN vessels, one official ship around its territorial watersIn a post on 'X', Taiwan's MND said, "8 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around #Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. #...
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Beat the grass and startle the...' Life lessons on timely action, success, human nature and why is it crucial to be cautious and not take hasty actionsChinese proverb of the day explains the meaning of “Beat the grass and startle the snake.” The idiom teaches lessons about caution, timing,...
Quote of the day by Confucius: “Study the past if you would define the future” — Lessons on success mindset: Are you repeating hidden mistakes because you ignore the past, Confucius once warned?Today’s quote of the day by legendary Chinese philosopher Confucius feels strikingly relevant in an age obsessed with speed, trends, and in...
Quote of the day by Confucius: 'Silence is a true friend who never...' Life lessons on human nature, relationships and peace by famous Chinese teacher, philosopher and political theoristQuote of the day by Confucius explains why silence can guide human behaviour and relationships. The quote “Silence is a true friend who nev...
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Beware a dagger hidden in...' Life lessons on human nature, friendship, success and why is it crucial to be wary of deceitful people with malicious intentionsChinese proverb of the day focuses on the idiom “Beware a dagger hidden in a smile.” The proverb explains lessons about deception, trust, a...
Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin released from prisonFormer Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released early from prison after serving eight months of a one-year sentence for corrupti...
Tamil Nadu government formation: Left support takes TVK closer to majority, Vijay to meet Guv againThe Left parties, both part of the DMK-led alliance in Tamil Nadu, said that the decision was taken in order to prevent BJP's "backdoor ent...
Quote of the Day by Sanae Takaichi: 'If someone says it's impossible because I'm a woman, then…'—Inspiring quotes by the first female Prime Minister of JapanQuote of the Day: Sanae Takaichi's journey in Japanese politics, marked by persistence against traditional barriers, culminates in her hist...
Quote of the Day by last Russian Emperor Nicholas II: ‘There is no justice among…’Quote of the Day: Nicholas II, Russia's last emperor, saw his rule end amid unrest. His reign concluded with the fall of the monarchy. A qu...