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Lesson of the day from failure: When Ray Dalio went broke and had to borrow $4000 - 'You might think your life is ruined, but there is always a path forward, though you might not see it immediately.’Billionaire investor Ray Dalio faced a devastating financial ruin in 1982 after a failed prediction of an economic depression. This colossa...
International Yoga Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrationsInternational Yoga Day 2026, on June 21, champions "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting yoga's role in promoting longevity and well-bein...
Ebola scare ends in Kerala as suspected patient's test returns negativeKerala's Ebola scare has concluded with a suspected patient testing negative for the virus. A 52-year-old woman, recently returned from Sou...
In 1903, a chemist noticed a dropped glass flask hadn’t shattered completely; it led to safety glass that still protects millions of people todayFrench chemist Édouard Bénédictus is credited with a pivotal role in developing laminated safety glass, a material that revolutionized how ...
Goutam Deb steps down as Siliguri mayor, adding to TMC exodusTrinamool Congress faces a significant leadership crisis. Senior leaders Goutam Deb and Jyoti Priya Mallick have resigned from their posts....
Ex-West Bengal minister Jyoti Priya Mallick quits all TMC posts, cites health issuesJyoti Priya Mallick, a former West Bengal minister, has stepped down from all his positions within the TMC. He cited severe health issues a...
Japanese Proverb of the Day: “For women, the outfit comes second after her own… — Life lessons on priorities, dignity, wellbeing, appearance and why self-care mattersJapanese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “For women, the outfit comes second after her own life.” The saying reflects how pers...
Quote of the day by philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche: 'Marriage was made for ordinary people, for those who are capable of neither great love nor great friendship...' What is the one secret that makes long-lasting marriages explained by the German writerToday's Quote of the Day comes from German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who offered a thought-provoking perspective on marriage, love, ...
In 1991, archaeologists tested a lump of ancient chewing gum from Scandinavia, it unexpectedly preserved the DNA of a person who lived 5,700 years agoArchaeologists are uncovering ancient secrets from chewed birch pitch. These small lumps, found across Scandinavia and northern Europe, are...
In 1912, a wrestler got bored of eating ghee & milk every day. Then one day, a simple kitchen experiment led to the creation of one of world's most loved mithaisDiscover the fascinating history of dodha barfi, a beloved Indian sweet believed to have been created by a Punjabi wrestler more than a cen...
How many Americans can afford high-quality healthcare? A new poll finds the number has fallenAmericans face growing challenges affording healthcare. New data reveals a significant drop in those able to manage medical costs and acces...
Quote of the day by A Farewell To Arms author Ernest Hemingway: 'The world breaks everyone, and afterward..' ; lesson on how to learn from setbacks from American literary iconLife brings pain and loss. These difficult experiences can devastate individuals. However, many emerge stronger from hardship. Ernest Hemin...
In 1907, a Canton janitor's asthma got so bad he rigged a fan motor, broomstick, and pillowcase into a vacuum: His cousin's husband, W.H. Hoover, bought the patent in 1908Meet James Murray Spangler, the janitor whose battle with asthma sparked an ingenious innovation in 1907: the electric suction sweeper. Cra...
Wednesday Motivation quote by Michael Phelps: 'You can make a million mistakes, just not the ...' - Legendary swimmer's timeless take on mistakes and growthWednesday Motivation quote: Michael Phelps, a legendary swimmer, inspires with his message on learning from errors. He highlights that mist...
In 1899, scholar Wang Yirong just looked at 'dragon bones' in medicine market; Then he noticed strange symbols that revealed China's 3,000-year-old lost history & direct evidence of Shang dynastyIn 1899, scholar Wang Yirong noticed ancient markings on so-called "dragon bones" being sold in a traditional Chinese medicine market. His ...
Research suggests people who walk outside within hour of waking are using morning light exactly the way the body was built toMornings often begin indoors, but research suggests that getting outside soon after waking can significantly improve sleep, energy levels a...
On This Day in History, June 15: Magna Carta sealed, first blood transfusion experiment, Batman Begins released and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 15 features landmark moments spanning law, science, war and culture. From the sealing of Magna Carta in 1215 a...
French proverb of the Day: 'Money Cannot Buy Happiness' teaches modern day life lesson about loneliness, peace of mind and why does it still hold relevance among Gen-ZFrench proverb of the day "L’argent ne fait pas le bonheur" meaning "Money cannot buy happiness" is an iconic phrase that teaches an import...
In the 1920s, a paper company realized wartime wadding could work better on faces than on cold cream, and facial tissues entered daily lifeInitially crafted for elegant beauty routines to wipe away cold cream, facial tissues quickly transformed into a practical alternative to t...
India known as nation with world's largest healthcare programme: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi said India has made healthcare more affordable and accessible over the past 12 years through initiatives such ...