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In 1928, a German architect proposed draining the Mediterranean Sea to create a Eurafrican supercontinent Atlantropa. Here's whyHerman Sörgel proposed damming the Mediterranean Sea to create new land. This ambitious Atlantropa project aimed to generate vast hydroelec...- Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'It is an old cliche to say that the future is in the hands of the young. This is no...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on environment conservation, global sustainability, accountability, true stewardship and timely actionQuote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that protecting the environment and society cannot be left only to future generations. His...
- Quote of the day by ex-US President Ronald Reagan: ‘By the time you reach my age, you have made plenty of mistakes if you have lived your life properly’ - A timeless lesson on embracing failures and lifelong learningRonald Reagan's quote of the day shows that he believed mistakes are essential for a well-lived life. He shared this insight during a chall...
- Quote of the Day by Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but...” — why preparation matters, but intelligent decisions matter even more; timeless lessons on strategic thinking, leadership, discipline, and decision-making from the renowned German field marshal during World War IISome lessons never lose their power, no matter how much the world changes. Today’s Quote of the Day comes from Erwin Rommel: “Sweat saves b...
- Quote of the day by Sir Winston Churchill: ‘Tact is the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that…’ – Witty lesson on diplomacy and how the right words can change everythingQuote of the day: Winston Churchill's quote highlights tact's importance in communication. Tact allows honest feedback without causing offe...
- Quote of the day by Albert Camus: ‘Live to the point of tears’ – French philosopher believed a meaningful life should be deeply feltAlbert Camus, a Nobel laureate, believed life's value lies in full experience. He encouraged embracing joy and suffering with equal honesty...
- Quote of the day by Ernest Hemingway: ‘All you have to do is write one true sentence. Write the truest sentence that you know,’ what The Old Man and the Sea author teaches us about honesty in writingFacing writer's block, Nobel laureate Ernest Hemingway found solace in a simple rule: write one undeniably true sentence. This approach, de...
- NCERT revises Class 8 textbook: Partition narrative tweaked, Savarkar added, Hitler references removedNCERT has revised its Class 8 social science textbook with several significant changes. The Partition chapter now presents a debated accept...
- PM Modi recalls Biju Patnaik's heroic mission to rescue Indonesian leaders from Dutch colonial forces. Here's what happenedPrime Minister Modi lauded Biju Patnaik's historic mission aiding Indonesia's independence. Patnaik flew Indonesian leaders to India, stren...
- Quote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: “I'm a survivor – a living example of… – Inspiring lessons on resilience, courage, hope, overcoming challenges, and why every setback is a comeback by the legendary British-American actress known for her iconic performances, humanitarian work, and deep insights into life's greatest challenges and turning adversity into strengthQuote of the Day by Elizabeth Taylor: Elizabeth Taylor’s quote, “I'm a survivor - a living example of what people can go through and surviv...
- Quote of the Day by Albert Camus: ‘At 30 a man should know himself like the palm of his hand, know…’ - Men’s search for meaning simplified by the French philosopherQuote of the Day by Albert Camus highlights the profound importance of honest self-awareness. True maturity, he suggests, lies not in accum...
- 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...
- Russia’s premier foreign policy forum "Primakov Readings" brought together 400 experts from 17 countriesMoscow hosted the 'Primakov Readings' forum, marking IMEMO's 70th anniversary. Global experts convened to discuss a 'World Without Rules: P...
- Quote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt: 'It is better to swallow words than...' Life lessons on emotional intelligence, thoughtful response, exercising restraint, discretion and patienceQuote of the Day by Franklin D. Roosevelt reminds people that speaking with care can prevent regret and protect relationships. The quote, "...
- Quote of the day by French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre: 'Life begins on the other side of despair. Life is nothing until it is lived...' ; lessons on treating failures as learning lessons from Nobel-prize winning scholarLife's true meaning emerges beyond despair, as philosopher Jean Paul Sartre famously stated. He believed we craft our own purpose through c...
- In 1944, the US Coast Guard released 29 reindeer on an Alaskan island as a food supply; 19 years later, scientists found them to be 6000, and next winter, only 42 were aliveIn 1944, 29 reindeer were introduced to Alaska's St. Matthew Island as a food source. Their population exploded to 6,000 by 1963, decimatin...
- Russia's premier geopolitical platform launched in Moscow with focus on regional conflictsMoscow is hosting the 12th 'Primakov Readings' forum, coinciding with IMEMO's 70th anniversary. Over 400 global experts are debating a "Wor...
- How Brexit broke British politicsA decade after the UK voted to leave the EU, the nation grapples with fractured politics and a sluggish economy. Brexit's promises of contr...
- India, Russia prevented global economy from collapsing: IMEMO chiefRussia and India have forged a new global economic model, preventing global collapse and aiding the Global South with affordable resources....
- Quote of the day by Prince Philip: 'When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either...' Life lessons on true love, marriage, chivalry, romantic gestures and relationshipsQuote of the day by Prince Philip reminds people that small gestures matter in long-term relationships. The famous line uses humor to expla...
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