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'Pragmatists' vs 'hardliners': Is Iran split over US deal?Despite internal divisions and opposition, analysts believe Iran's factional splits won't derail ongoing talks with the US. While hardliner...
The San Andreas fault just reached a level scientists haven’t seen in 1,000 years—Is California ready for what comes next?A new study suggests the San Andreas Fault has reached stress levels not seen in nearly 1,000 years. While scientists are not predicting an...
Egyptian proverb of the day: 'People are measured by their minds and not by their years; for how many young ones have minds that weigh as much as a mountain, and how many elders have hearts as hollow as sugar cane?' Why more age does not always mean more intelligenceAn old Egyptian proverb says, “People are measured by their minds and not by their years; for how many young ones have minds that weigh as ...
This weird 1925 helmet promised total focus by blocking noise and pumping oxygenNearly a century before smartphones and social media, a strange invention called the Isolator Helmet tried to protect the world's most valu...
'TMC almost destroyed Bengal through looting': Giriraj Singh backs PM Modi, claims 'second independence' under BJPUnion Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congress of appeasement politics post-Pa...
India's warship-building capability gaining new speed in modern technology: Navy ChiefChief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan said that the commissioning on Sunday of three frontline platforms - INS Dunagir...
Yoga can pave way for world peace, must be embraced across all ages, says PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi declared yoga the world's largest community celebration at Kolkata's 12th International Day of Yoga event. He ...
Summer Solstice 2026 June 21: Why it’s the longest day of the year, its significance, science behind it, and how it affects youSummer Solstice 2026: Today, 21 June 2026, marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Caused by Ear...
ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur prepares for historic 200th T20I against South AfricaIndian cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 200 T20 international appearances on S...
Bengal broke free of its shackles, return of state's glory has begun: ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi declared West Bengal has "broken free from its shackles" and is on a new development path, citing visible chan...
Japanese Proverb of the Day: 'A beautiful person is like an...' Life lessons on distraction, beauty, hardship, power, influence, disruption, volatility, inner balance, passion and why is it essential to witness true beauty, which lies in one's heart and not faceJapanese Proverb of the Day highlights a traditional saying: "A beautiful person is like an axe in one's life." The proverb explains how at...
European Proverb of the Day: 'Who's the person that was never...' Life lessons on vulnerability, human behavior, stereotypes, open communication, and why is it crucial to not let others take advantage of your good, simple nature, innocence or naivenessEuropean Proverb of the Day highlights the old saying, “Who’s the person that was never fooled by a prospective partner?” The proverb explo...
Juneteenth 2026: Where and how NYC, Southern California and Central Illinois are celebrating the federal holidayJuneteenth celebrations are underway nationwide, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. Events range from food festivals and parades ...
Juneteenth 2026: History, significance and everything you need to know about the holiday marking the end of slaveryJuneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the US. This federal holiday, officially recognized in 2021, marks th...
In 1879, 8-year-old María de Sautuola looked up in a Spanish cave and saw bison painted 36,000 years ago; scientists rejected her father's claim for 23 yearsIn Altamira Cave, Spain, a young girl's innocent curiosity uncovered breathtaking Ice Age artwork. By simply glancing upwards, she illumina...
Life lesson of the day by Lao Tzu: “Care about what other people think and you will… — Inspiring lessons on confidence, personal growth, social expectations, authenticity and why true happiness comes from trusting yourself rather than seeking constant approval from others by the legendary Chinese philosopher known for the deep insights on human nature and inner peaceLife Lesson of the Day by Lao Tzu: Lao Tzu’s quote, “Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner,” explores th...
Starbucks Korea to shut 2,000 stores to teach history lessons to employeesStarbucks Korea is closing over 2,000 stores for mandatory history and social sensitivity training after a marketing campaign sparked outra...
International Yoga Day 2026: Check this year's theme, events, main venue and timingsIndia is gearing up for the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21 in Kolkata. The event will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Th...
Quote of the Day by Gunter Grass: ‘Homeland is something one becomes aware of only through…’ German poet on value of home, culture and rootsNobel laureate Günter Grass, a voice for Germany's post-war generation, explored themes of guilt and memory. His famous quote resonates dee...
In 1907, a lawyer worried about shared water cups helped push a disposable paper cup into daily American lifeA simple invention, the disposable paper cup, transformed public hygiene in the early 1900s. Lawyer Lawrence Luellen's idea offered a safe ...