Pizza Hut: From $600 loan to 20,000 stores and the new $2.7 billion twist for the global empirePizza Hut, a nearly 70-year-old American icon, has been split in a $2.7 billion deal. Yum Brands is selling its international business outs...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Burnt bones from Wonderwerk Cave suggest early humans used fire deep inside caves up to 1.8 million years agoBurnt animal bones discovered deep inside South Africa's Wonderwerk Cave may represent the oldest known evidence of human fire use. Dating ...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
J. Kumar bets big on tunnelling as India’s urban pipeline expandsAs India races ahead with metro expansion and urban infrastructure development, execution excellence is becoming the defining factor behind...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: 'He who does not clean his mouth before breakfast always...'-A wise lesson about personal responsibility through quirky proverbAn African proverb teaches a vital lesson. It states that if you don't prepare yourself, you will find fault with everything. This wisdom e...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Thai Proverb of the day: "It’s hard to get the cane out of the elephant’s mouth". Timeless lessons on greed, letting go and attachmentThai Proverb of the day: The Thai proverb 'Oi khao pak chang' showcases how difficult it is to change situations once someone has benefited...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
‘You’re Indian? How are you so nice?’ Indian woman recalls Thai locals’ reactionsAn Indian content creator's recent trip to Thailand revealed that locals were surprised by her polite behaviour. She observed that some Ind...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
Rippl launches a social recommendation platform to redefine trust-led discoveryIndian startup Rippl has launched a trust-first social commerce platform to combat the growing 'trust deficit' online. The platform enables...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
From tarmac Garba to towel theft: As Indian tourists go viral for all wrong reasons, here are 9 travel rules to avoid becoming the next internet horror storyIndian travelers are facing major criticism for disruptive behaviour abroad, from public dancing to hotel theft and disrespect. This guide ...
07 Jun, 2026, 01.42 PM IST
Obama casts a long shadow as a hefty Iran bill lands on Trump’s deskIran seeks billions in frozen assets for a deal with the US. Trump previously criticized his predecessor, Barack Obama, for similar financi...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.24 AM IST
Indians can afford more food. Why are they still eating poorly?Indians are eating poorly despite earning more. Low-quality cereals fill plates, while proteins, vegetables, and fruits are lacking. This a...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Scientists warn this common food habit could be ageing your heart & brain faster. Here's who is most likely to do itSalt consumption study: New research suggests that older men are more likely than women to add extra salt to their food. The study found th...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Indian proverb of the day: ‘The tree does not deny its shade even to the axeman’ - A timeless lesson on being kind and forgiving without expectationsIndian proverbs offer timeless wisdom. The proverb 'The tree does not deny its shade even to the axeman' teaches compassion. Kindness refle...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
♌ Leo, Weekly Horoscope (June 1 - June 7, 2026): Your creativity and confidence can help in progress | Is This the Week Your Leadership and Talents Finally Shine?The Leo weekly horoscope indicates a positive and energetic week. The Moon will transit into the Sagittarius sign on 1st June 2026 (evening...
31 May, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius Horoscope Today for May 31, 2026: Slow Down, Stay Balanced & Let the Universe Guide Your DecisionsYour Daily Horoscope Today emphasises emotional awareness, security, and thoughtful responses. Your sensitivity can remain high. It is impo...
30 May, 2026, 09.11 PM IST
Candidate gets rejected for eating snacks offered in job interview. HR says he should have chosen water instead. ‘I am actually relieved.’A job applicant faced rejection after choosing snacks over water during an interview. The company cited this as an informal behavioural ass...
30 May, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Ebola virus in India? Here's the latest update on the Bengaluru scare, symptoms and precautions explainedEbola virus in Bangalore: A woman returning from Uganda was quarantined in Bengaluru with Ebola-like symptoms. Her tests have come back neg...
27 May, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
Dietary balance remains missing as India continues to gorge on cerealsMany Indians consume too many grains and not enough proteins, vegetables and fruits. This imbalance affects health, contributing to malnutr...
26 May, 2026, 12.15 PM IST