Today in History: On This Day, June 20, Queen Victoria ascends, Morse patents telegraph, Jaws premieres and shipwreck revealedOn This Day in History, June 20 saw Queen Victoria ascend the British throne, Samuel Morse receive a telegraph patent, Jaws redefine Hollyw...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
In 1988, cargo ships accidentally brought zebra mussels to the US in their ballast water, and they devastated the Great Lakes, but a 2026 study finds that after 20 years in Kansas lakes, they barely changed the fish or the waterA new study reveals that zebra mussel invasions in Kansas reservoirs over two decades have had minimal impact on water quality and fish pop...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Greek proverb of the day: 'It's sweet to view the sea when standing on the...' - inspiring life lessons on handling challenges, understanding different perspectives, self-reflection and why stepping back can help you see clearly and lead to better decisionsGreek proverb of the day: Life's challenges often become clearer when viewed from a distance, much like observing the sea from the safety o...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
How old is Cristiano Ronaldo? The strict no pasta, no bread, no milk diet helping football legend thrive at 41Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, is making history in his sixth FIFA World Cup. His remarkable longevity and elite performance are attributed to a...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
Life Lesson of the Day by Nassim Nicholas Taleb: “Missing a train is only painful if you run after it. Likewise, not matching the idea of...” Powerful life lesson on success, freedom, and self-worth for young minds by the bestselling author of The Black Swan, Antifragile, and Skin in the GameLife Lesson of the Day by Nassim Nicholas Taleb: What if the biggest source of stress is not failure but chasing someone else’s definition ...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
A history of Iran's nuclear programme and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reachedA landmark interim deal between the United States and Iran aims to end a protracted war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. This agreeme...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Rupee rises 58 paise to 94.60 against US dollar in early tradeThe Indian Rupee strengthened significantly against the US Dollar on Monday. This surge followed the announcement of a peace deal between t...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Word of the Day: ParacosmWord of the Day: Paracosm is far more than a little-known vocabulary term. It captures one of humanity’s most remarkable talents, the abili...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Shipowners on edge for news on Hormuz as ‘dark’ oil flows swellShipowners are closely monitoring a potential US-Iran peace deal and its implications for the Strait of Hormuz. While some express caution,...
13 Jun, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Northern Ireland violence: How a deadly knife attack led to riots, rise of anti-migrant demand?Northern Ireland riots: Politicians from both parts of Northern Ireland’s power-sharing government condemned the violence.
11 Jun, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
Addicted to black coffee? Tamannaah Bhatia's fitness coach explains what happens when you drink it for 30 daysBlack coffee health benefits: Swapping sugary coffee for black coffee for 30 days can naturally reduce calorie intake, leading to potential...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
A World Cup of miracles, migrations and a lesson for Indian footballThe 2026 World Cup celebrates new teams and inspiring journeys. Nations like Iraq and debutants Curacao and Cape Verde showcase grit and ro...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
Frightened dog alone in dark North Sea: Watch how this German Shepherd was rescued from one of the world's most dangerous seasNorth Sea dog rescue: A German Shepherd named Bruce was dramatically rescued after drifting on an inflatable kayak in the North Sea off Nor...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
Jordanian military intercepts 5 Iranian missiles amid sharp US-Tehran escalation in GulfJordan's air defence systems intercepted multiple projectiles launched from Iran. Iran claimed to have destroyed hangars housing F-35 jets ...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Trump blames Iran for Apache helicopter attack, says US must respond "of necessity"US President Donald Trump said Iran downed a sophisticated Apache helicopter. The incident occurred overnight while the aircraft patrolled ...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
US Army Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz: ReportA U.S. Army Apache helicopter gunship crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, with both crew members safely rescued. The cause of the ...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
Travelling to Thailand this week? Heavy rain, rough seas expected across countryTourists heading to Thailand this week should anticipate widespread rainfall and thunderstorms due to a strong south-west monsoon and a low...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.55 PM IST