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Quote of the Day by one of history's greatest commanders Napoleon Bonaparte: 'Show me a family of readers, and I will show you...'- A timeless lesson on books and greatness by the Emperor who dominated European historyNapoleon Bonaparte, a military genius, believed reading was key to success. His famous quote emphasizes that families of readers produce wo...- This day in history, May 30: From Joan of Arc's execution to the first Indy 500, women's pro baseball league debut and Mariner 9's launch to MarsThis day in history, May 30, has witnessed some of the world's most significant political, military, scientific and cultural developments. ...
- Quote of the Day by co-author of The Communist Manifesto Karl Marx: “We should not say that one man's hour is worth another man's hour, but rather… – Powerful life lessons on inequality, time, labor and why you are known by the work you do, not the time you spend by the renowned German philosopher known for MarxismQuote of the Day by Karl Marx: Karl Marx quote challenges the way human worth is measured in relation to time and labor. He states, “We sho...
- Quote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau: 'The world of reality has its limits; the world of imagination is...' Life lessons on growth, success and human nature by Swiss-born philosopher and writerQuote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau continues to inspire discussions on imagination, human nature, freedom and growth. Rousseau belie...
- Word of the Day: BibliokleptomaniaWords like “bibliokleptomania” highlight the remarkable flexibility of the English language. A single complex term can weave together psych...
- Quote of the Day by philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer: 'The safest way of not being very miserable is…'—Inspiring quotes by the 'philosopher of pessimism'German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer's profound quote offers a timeless perspective on happiness and misery. He believed that excessive e...
- History's most famous Halley's comet may need a new name, and the real discoverer was a monk nobody ever heard ofHalley’s Comet naming controversy is reshaping astronomy history after new medieval research revealed a forgotten discovery from nearly 1,0...
- The invention of Hinduism: How a civilisational ecosystem was flattened into a western religious mouldThe intertwining of colonial ambition and Brahminic scholarship led to a revised interpretation of Hinduism that echoes Western religious s...
- Thought of the Day by Voltaire: ‘Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers’ — Timeless quotes from the French satiristThought of the Day: Today’s quotes teach that true intelligence lies not in having all the answers, but in asking the right questions. In a...
- Quote of the Day by Voltaire: ‘Common sense is not so common’Quote of the day today ultimately stands as both critique and caution. It invites individuals to examine not only the world around them, bu...
- The fascinating evolution of heels: From men in Persia to a feminine fashion iconHigh heels were originally designed for men, challenging the association with femininity. They were used by Persian cavalry soldiers for st...
- No, you can’t cross-check if ChatGPT is telling the truth! Here’s whyNo one is infallible, not even the great ChatGPT!
- Big data aggregationIn a post-colony like India, any critical engagement with data-driven knowledge production has to consider the persistent role of colonial ...
- World As A SanctuarySkolimowski believed in a living philosophy, rather than confining it to abstract thought and rituals that have lost their meaning. Abstrac...
- Resurrecting common bonds will be a smart move to defend Euro post Greece crisisOnce euro membership is proven to be anything but irrevocable, the remaining members will need to reassert their unity.
- LTTE could regroup, warns Sri Lankan ministerDeputy Foreign Minister said LTTE's front organisations operate businesses overseas to generate funds in an attempt to revive the outfit.
- Sotheby’s to present The Orientalist Sale as part of Orientalist & Islamic WeekOrientalist paintings are today coveted by collectors and institutions in the Middle Eastern and North African.
- Ambassadors from EU nations visiting NagalandSeven ambassadors from European nations are arriving in Kohima tomorrow on a three-day visit to Nagaland to explore investment opportunitie...
- Rama Sena European in its attitudeThere is no merit in the contention that these chaps are anti western.
- European varsities go all out to woo Indian studentsEurope will showcase its best universities and spotlight its attractiveness as an academic destination for India’s best and brightest stude...
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