In 1973, Motorola's Martin Cooper called his AT&T rival from a Manhattan sidewalk on a 2.5-pound brick; 50 years later, that phone lives in 7 billion pocketsIn 1973, the world witnessed a groundbreaking moment when Martin Cooper made the very first call on a handheld cellular phone. This pivotal...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
How four teenagers accidentally discovered a 19,000-year-old cave filled with more than 2,000 ancient paintingsIn 1940, a dog led Marcel Ravidat to the Lascaux cave, revealing thousands of prehistoric paintings dating back 17,000-19,000 years. These ...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Moroccan proverb of the day: 'Travelling leaves you speechless, then turns you...' Life lessons on why experiences matter more than possessionsMoroccan proverb of the day: Moroccan explorer Ibn Battuta's famous quote highlights the transformative power of travel. Journeys leave one...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
North Korea, China claim wins from Xi visit, but limits remainChinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea, with both nations claiming significant gains. The trip boosted North Korean leader Kim Jo...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: "Every man has his secret sorrows which the world knows not; and..." Learn the life-changing wisdom from the man who uncovered the silent sorrow behind countless misunderstood heartsQuote of the Day by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow shines a light on a truth many overlook. People often hide pain behind silence. We judge qui...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.13 AM IST
Word of the Day: AprosexiaWord of the Day: Some forgotten words regain relevance because the world eventually grows into the problems they were created to describe. ...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weaponsNorth Korea has revealed a new facility for producing nuclear bomb fuels. Leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to significantly increase the ...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
Psychology says people who take short walks after a stressful day aren’t just getting steps: They are often giving the mind a small recovery windowA short walk after a demanding workday offers significant psychological benefits. Occupational psychology research highlights these strolls...
29 May, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: 'A man can be himself only so long as he is alone; and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom...' - Why the German philosopher believed true freedom sometimes begins with lonelinessGerman philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer is still remembered for his deep thoughts on human life, individuality and freedom. One of his most ...
26 May, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'When three people walk together, there...'-Life lessons from the Analects of Confucius on humility, wisdom, lifelong learning, and why every person has something valuable to teachA Chinese proverb teaches that in any group, there is someone to learn from. This wisdom emphasizes humility and continuous growth. It high...
26 May, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Quote of the day by Aesop: 'Affairs are easier of entrance than of exit, and it is but common...' - life lessons on relationships, wise decision-making and why some life choices become impossible to escape by Greek fabulist of The Tortoise and the HareQuote of the day by Aesop: Ancient wisdom from Aesop reminds us that starting commitments is easier than ending them. Emotions and initial ...
25 May, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Why losing some friendships may not be a loss at all? Lebanese-Canadian psychologist Gad Saad says, ‘Anyone who is willing to end a relationship because of a reasoned difference of opinion is…’Gad Saad's quote on relationships argues that true friendships can withstand reasoned differences of opinion, suggesting relationships endi...
25 May, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
In 2000, a man walking his dog in Norfolk beaches found a strange stone tool that rewrote what scientists knew about Britain’s ancient historyA chance beach discovery in Norfolk, UK, has rewritten early human history in northern Europe. A worked flint tool, found in 2000, revealed...
23 May, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
Quote of the Day Socrates: “When you want wisdom and insight as badly as you want to breathe, it is then you...” The powerful truth about self-mastery and meaningful living modern society desperately needs from one of the founding fathers of Western philosophy whose ideas still inspire the modern worldQuote of the day by Socrates “When you want wisdom and insight as badly as you want to breathe, it is then you...” In an age filled with di...
19 May, 2026, 06.25 AM IST
The Nazca Lines mystery: Why scientists say we've been looking at them all wrongNew research suggests the Nazca Lines in Peru were not made for aliens or to be seen from the sky. These ancient geoglyphs were likely path...
18 May, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Quote of the day by 14th-century Persian poet Hafez Shirazi: 'Run from anyone likely to put a sharp knife into your sacred, tender, beautiful heart.'Hafez Shirazi, a renowned 14th-century Persian poet, continues to inspire with his timeless verses. His poetry explores love, spirituality,...
15 May, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Quote of the Day by famous poet Geoffrey Chaucer: 'If gold rusts, what then can …'—Inspiring quotes by the 'father of English literature,' best known for The Canterbury TalesGeoffrey Chaucer's timeless quote, "If gold rusts, what then can iron do?" warns of moral decay when respected figures falter. His life, ma...
14 May, 2026, 10.06 PM IST