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On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...
Quote of the Day by the father of Political Philosophy Plato: 'When men speak ill of thee...' – Aristotle's teachers' timeless reminder that reputation is built through actions, not rumoursPlato's ancient wisdom offers a powerful response to criticism. He believed living a life of honesty and integrity is the strongest defense...
Bharathiraja: A towering titan who injected raw, rural realism into Tamil cinemaRenowned filmmaker P Bharathiraja passed away at 84. He transformed Tamil cinema by bringing rural realism to the screen. Bharathiraja was ...
Two factions, two directions: TMC rebels face unprecedented political divideThe TMC is experiencing a significant split. A majority of its MLAs have formed a breakaway faction, vowing constructive opposition against...
Trump suddenly finds himself in a perfect storm. Can he survive it?Trump faces mounting challenges this summer, including legal setbacks, weak approval ratings and public anxiety over inflation and fuel pri...
In 1967, an archaeologist’s spade bit into volcanic ash on Santorini, and Akrotiri emerged like a Bronze Age time capsuleAn extraordinary archaeological discovery in Akrotiri, Santorini, has unveiled a hidden prehistoric metropolis. Entombed under layers of vo...
Stalin's 3-month survival remarks on TVK govt not made with intent to topple it, says DMKThe DMK party has clarified remarks made by its chief, M K Stalin, regarding the current TVK government's survival. Stalin's comments about...
'Everybody wanted a house-help, not a child': Abandoned at 2 and forced through 10 homes, he ran away at 11. Ex-Oracle boss, Tamil Nadu-based founder, shares a story that left the dinner table silentA Tamil Nadu founder, Pradeep Kannan, shared the profound story of his employee, Shan, who was abandoned at age two and passed through ten ...
In 1978, electricians digging near Mexico City’s cathedral struck a giant carved stone disk, and an Aztec goddess returned to the lightA routine utility repair in Mexico City unearthed a massive carved stone disk in 1978. This artifact, the Coyolxauhqui Stone, depicted the ...
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...
Going Dutch can mean bill-splitting turning into a full-blown hair-splitting affairDining out with friends can bring unexpected financial and social challenges. From over-ordering to excessive drinking, the bill often beco...
Man who resigned corporate job after 18 years, says he never felt ‘more alive’: ‘I have ageing parents but…’Dharmendra S Pandey, a corporate coach, left a stable job after eighteen years. He felt bypassed for promotions despite his dedication. Pan...
‘Kindness is seen as weakness’: Influencer shares why you must sacrifice morals to get fair treatment in IndiaA viral video highlights how kindness is often perceived as weakness in India, forcing many to adopt assertive tactics for fair treatment. ...
Quote of the Day by the greatest prose satirist Jonathan Swift: 'As love without esteem is capricious...'- Here's a powerful reminder by the Irish author famous for his masterpiece, Gulliver's Travels, that love needs both respect and affectionJonathan Swift's timeless quote, 'As love without esteem is capricious and volatile; esteem without love is languid and cold,' highlights t...
The fall of the TMC machine and the rise of political survivalismIn Bengal, 'paara' (neighbourhood) serves as the primary political unit for leadership engagement. Securing electoral victory requires paar...
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reviews draft mental health policy for schoolsUnion Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan led a crucial meeting on the draft National Mental Health and Well-Being Policy for Schools. Th...
Can Trinamool Congress survive itself? Mamata Banerjee's party faces its biggest crisis in 28-year existenceThe Trinamool Congress faces an unprecedented challenge. Mamata Banerjee's absolute authority is questioned after losing power in West Beng...
Satrapi's Persepolis, Sadness as a ScarThe literary world mourns the passing of Marjane Satrapi, the illustrious graphic novel artist, who has departed at age 56. Her journey end...
DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister with state entering a new political eraDK Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka Chief Minister: D.K. Shivakumar became Karnataka's new chief minister on Wednesday. This marks a sign...
Quote of the day by Banksy: ‘I mean, they say you die twice. One time when you…’ – Pseudonymous artist on legacy and remembranceRenowned artist Banksy's quote, 'You die twice,' highlights that beyond physical demise, a person truly fades when their name is spoken for...