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Quote of the day by Marlon Brando: 'I had a lot of loneliness. I spent most of my time up in the library reading, entranced by the expressions on their faces. They had unmanaged faces' - What The Godfather actor's words reveal about finding peaceMarlon Brando found solace from childhood loneliness in National Geographic, particularly images of Tahiti. He was captivated by the "unman...- Life lesson of the day: “Success is walking from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” – Learn a profound lesson on success, failure, and resilience from Winston Churchill — the man who proved that winning starts with never losing the fire to keep goingLife lesson of the day: Winston Churchill’s famous success quote challenges one of the biggest myths about achievement. Most people picture...
- Quote of the day by Malcolm X: 'The media's the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the...' - inspiring lessons on media influence, public perception, bias and importance of thinking beyond headlines by African American civil rights leaderQuote of the day by Malcolm X: Malcolm X's powerful words highlight media's immense sway over public perception, capable of shaping views o...
- To Russia, with love: Indian contemporary art arrives at the Hermitage that houses masterpieces by Rembrandt and RaphaelThe State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg is thrilled to unveil 'Sediments of Becoming', an exhibition that introduces the dynamic lands...
- AAP in Punjab orders private schools to refund fees increased beyond 5%, says Arvind KejriwalPunjab has enacted a new law to control private school fee increases. The government has capped annual fee hikes at five percent. Schools t...
- In 1986, a drought lowered the Sea of Galilee, and two brothers saw old wood in the mud. It was no driftwood, and it changed Biblical historyIn 1986, a harsh drought caused the Sea of Galilee to recede, unveiling an incredibly well-preserved boat dating back to the first century ...
- Psychology says that talking to yourself when you’re alone isn’t a sign you’re lonely; it’s one of the most effective ways the brain regulates emotion, rehearses decisions, and works through problems it can’t solve silentlyEngaging in self-talk isn't an indication of being alone; it's a vital cognitive process. Psychologists reassure us that this inner dialogu...
- In 1931, a journalist noticed that newspaper ink dried faster than his pen, which led to the invention of the ballpoint penWhile reporting on the latest stories, Hungarian journalist László Bíró found himself frustrated by the black smudges left by traditional f...
- In 1888, a pharmacist’s syrup met carbonated water by chance which made Coca-Cola a global drinkCoca-Cola's origin story is more than just chance. Pharmacist John Pemberton created his syrup during an era of medicinal tonics. The drink...
- How Trump has used the presidency to benefit himself and his alliesPresident Trump's administration is reviewing a large fund proposed for supporters. This comes amid scrutiny over various financial dealing...
- In 1933, a teenager’s recovery from a basement experiment led to Day-Glo colors that transformed signs, safety gear, and artTwo brothers in Berkeley, California, experimented with fluorescent materials in their basement. Their home project led to the invention of...
- Powell uses JFK award speech to warn against political pressure on Fed, courts and schoolsJerome Powell, former Federal Reserve Chair, received an award for safeguarding the central bank's independence. He emphasized the crucial ...
- Books, dreams and debris: Saket building collapse rattles aspirants, disrupts months of preparationThe day after the tragic incident, many aspirants described scenes of panic, dust, and devastation that disrupted months of intense prepara...
- 7 Japanese memory techniques people use to remember more, from train operators to mental-abacus expertsA groundbreaking study has unveiled powerful strategies for enhancing memory. Researchers emphasize the importance of spatial awareness, ac...
- In the 1940s, Harold Ridley noticed plastic splinters sitting quietly in pilots’ eyes, and it wasn’t just wartime debris: It changed cataract surgeryDuring the tumultuous period of World War II, a serendipitous observation emerged within the field of ophthalmology. British pilots, expose...
- In 1844, Horace Wells watched a laughing-gas stunt hide pain in plain sight, and it wasn’t just a party trick: It changed anesthesiaPicture the year 1844: a dentist named Horace Wells observes a surreal scene where a man inhaling nitrous oxide, famed for inducing laughte...
- British-era heritage sites need preservation, states should work on it with more seriousness: ShekhawatUnion Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has called for greater seriousness from states in preserving British-era public assets. The...
- In 2014, a 5-year-old’s innocent fossil hunt led to the discovery of a rare armored dinosaur in TexasA young boy found unusual bones near a Texas shopping centre. Initially thought to be turtle remains, further analysis revealed them to be ...
- Memorial Day 2026 moment of silence time: When is National Moment of Remembrance?Memorial Day 2026 holiday's origins can be traced to the American Civil War, which killed more than 600,000 service members, Union and Conf...
- A common US tick bite can make you allergic to meat. Doctors warn of a strange syndromeA lone star tick bite can trigger alpha-gal syndrome, causing severe allergic reactions to red meat and dairy. This immune response develop...
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