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Word of the Day: OneirophreniaWord of the day: Oneirophrenia is among the most intriguing words in the English language. Derived from ancient Greek and linked to psychol...- British Proverb of the Day: “Honest men marry quickly; wise men not at all”. Powerful lessons on marriage, life choices and modern relationship dilemmaBritish Proverb of the Day: This proverb, "Honest men marry quickly; wise men not at all," explores the conflict between emotional commitme...
- Quote of the Day by Spanish poet Antonio Machado: ‘Only a fool thinks price and value are…’Spanish poet Antonio Machado, a key figure of the Generation of '98, explored themes of time, memory, and the human condition. His introspe...
- Quote of the Day by Alexander Pushkin: ‘It is better to have dreamed a thousand dreams that never were than never to…’ Russian poet highlights enduring value of dreamsRenowned Russian literary giant Aleksandr Pushkin's timeless quote, 'It is better to have dreamed a thousand dreams that never were than ne...
- Quote of the Day by Mahmoud Darwish: ‘I love women whose hidden desires make horses put an end to…’ Palestinian poet's metaphorical take on power of attraction, mystery, and desireMahmoud Darwish, a celebrated Palestinian poet, explored themes of identity, exile, and love. His profound work, marked by lyrical beauty a...
- Word of the Day: AphanisisWord of the Day: Aphanisis fits squarely within that category. It is a sophisticated and intellectually compelling word whose relevance ext...
- Quote of the day by Paulo Coelho: 'Waiting is painful. Forgetting is painful. But not knowing which to do is the worst kind of suffering...' Sometimes fear of making a choice can be much more painful than the decision itself, explained by The Alchemist writerPaulo Coelho's quote of the day reflects the emotional burden of uncertainty that many people experience in relationships, careers, and maj...
- Quote of the day by George Orwell: ‘Marriage is only a trap set for you. If marriage is bad, the alternative is worse. It must be indissoluble, for better for worse, for richer for poorer...’, what Animal Farm author's line teach about marriage and commitmentGeorge Orwell's novel Keep the Aspidistra Flying delves into the conflict between personal freedom and societal obligations. The story high...
- Quotes by Luís Vaz de Camões: ‘Times change, as do our wills, what we are is ever changing, all the world is made of change, and…’ Portuguese poet’s timeless words on the inevitability of changePortuguese poet Luís Vaz de Camões, a Renaissance giant, profoundly explored change and human nature. His epic "The Lusiads" celebrated mar...
- Quote of the Day by J. K. Rowling: ‘Death is just life's next…’ Powerful words from creator of Harry PotterJ. K. Rowling, creator of the Harry Potter series, offers a unique perspective on death. Her quote suggests it is not an end but a new jour...
- Love Quote of the Day by Legendary Irish novelist James Joyce: “Her lips touched his brain as they touched his lips…” – Inspiring lessons on love, imagination, intimacy, desire, perception and why feelings speaks louder than words by the author of Ulysses known for his experimental style and deep exploration of human relationshipsLove Quote of the Day by James Joyce: James Joyce’s quote, “Her lips touched his brain as they touched his lips, as though they were a vehi...
- Quote of the Day by Francisco de Quevedo: ‘He who spends time regretting the past loses the…’ Spanish poet's golden words on value of timeFrancisco de Quevedo, a prominent 17th-century Spanish writer, cautioned against dwelling on past regrets, emphasizing their detrimental ef...
- Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: 'The worst reconciliation is better than the best divorce' - Popular Spanish writer explains why forgiveness can be more valuable than separationMiguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, believed even a flawed reconciliation surpasses a good divorce. His view emphasised lifelong co...
- Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: ‘Morality is simply the attitude we adopt towards people we…’ Irish poet’s powerful words on ethics and virtueOscar Wilde, a celebrated Irish literary icon, is remembered for his wit and sharp social commentary. His quote, "Morality is simply the at...
- Quote of the Day by Nobel Prize-winning German novelist Günter Grass: ‘No idea stays pure, even the flowering of art isn't pure and the sun has…’Nobel laureate Günter Grass, a pivotal post-war German writer, explored historical truths and human flaws in works like "The Tin Drum." His...
- Quote of the day by Edgar Allan Poe: ‘All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream’Edgar Allan Poe's poignant quote, 'All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream,' reflects the ephemeral nature of existence. Writ...
- Archaeologists found a mysterious Roman bronze object buried for over 1,700 years, and experts still cannot explain its purposeA remarkably preserved Roman bronze dodecahedron, unearthed in Lincolnshire, has reignited a centuries-old archaeological puzzle. Despite i...
- Word of the Day: ClinquantWord of the Day: Clinquant is more than just an elegant synonym for “flashy.” The word speaks to illusion itself, the conflict between outw...
- Timeless poetry of the day by Pablo Neruda: ‘I love you as certain dark things are to be loved in secret, between the shadow and the soul’ - Chilean poet’s hauntingly beautiful lines on forbidden romance and soul connectionChilean poet Pablo Neruda's verses reveal profound truths about love. His famous line about loving 'in secret, between the shadow and the s...
- Quote of the Day by Robert Frost: ‘Forgive me my nonsense as I also forgive the nonsense of those who think…’Robert Frost, born in 1874, became a renowned American poet. His work captured simple rural life with deep meaning. Frost achieved signific...
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