A man searching a field in England found a 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring so rare that it later sold for £78,000A British metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, unearthed a stunning 1,700-year-old solid gold Roman ring, a find now captivating American audien...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Roman Proverb of the Day: 'Friendship improves happiness, and abates misery...'- A timeless lesson on companionship, loyalty, and the healing power of human connectionA timeless Roman proverb, often attributed to Cicero, highlights friendship's profound impact: it amplifies joy and halves sorrow. This anc...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in...'- Life lessons on mortality, desire, stoicism, and living with intentionAncient Roman philosopher Seneca highlighted a core human paradox: we fear our mortality yet live as if time is infinite. This disconnect f...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Abu Dhabi proposes new oil-pricing system to mirror wider marketAbu Dhabi National Oil Co. is proposing a shift in how it prices crude for term customers, aligning with regional trading norms. The compan...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Someone buried a curse 1,800 years ago to destroy an enemy using Egyptian magic; archaeologists have just found itA small lead tablet unearthed in the Netherlands is revolutionizing our understanding of ancient Egyptian magic's reach within the Roman Em...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Roman Proverb of the Day: 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty...'- A timeless lesson on independence, self-reliance, and the price of favorsAn ancient Roman proverb, 'To place yourself under an obligation is to sell your liberty,' offers a timeless warning about the subtle ways ...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
Trump says Iran has requested a meeting, but Iranian officials say nothing has been scheduledAmidst escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump announced a potential meeting with Iran in Doha, though Iranian officia...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
Iran's president says $6 billion in frozen assets in Qatar to be released as US talks challengedIran's President Masoud Pezeshkian announced Monday that Qatar will release USD 6 billion of frozen Iranian assets, a move he stated is par...
29 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
Oil Price Today (June 29): Crude oil rises after renewed US-Iran strikes. What lies ahead?US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Iran would "no longer exist" if the US were "forced" to resume the war. "United States airc...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.51 AM IST
Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister saysAncient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbolla...
28 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Quote of the day by Constantine the Great: "In my own judgment, he whose first object is the… — A timeless lesson on why true greatness is in choosing peace over conflict by the Roman emperorQuote of the Day by Constantine the Great: “In my own judgment, he whose first object is the maintenance of peace, seems to be superior to ...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the...' - Stoic philosopher's timeless lesson on anger and self-controlMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor and philosopher, is remembered for his leadership during challenging times and his profound wisdom. His pe...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
India-bound oil supertanker booked in Gulf at 897% of benchmark freight rateA supertanker has been provisionally booked to ship oil from the Persian Gulf to India at a staggering rate, nearly nine times the benchmar...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Eleven India-bound vessels have crossed Strait of Hormuz since signing of Iran-US MoU: MEAEleven India-bound vessels have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz since the US-Iran agreement on June 17, according to MEA spokes...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other eventsOn This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation befor...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Marcus Aurelius: ‘Dig deep within yourself, for there is a fountain of goodness ever ready to flow if…’ Stoic thinker's powerful words on inner strength and potentialMarcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor, left a legacy of wisdom and self-discipline. His writings, particularly Meditations, highlight Stoic phil...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.03 AM IST