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Israel shuts one of its consulates in China amid growing strain in tiesIn a significant shift, Israel has shuttered its consulate in Chengdu, China, effectively ending operations last month. This decision refle...
‘Things have changed’: Bengaluru entrepreneur shares what he misses most about the city. Silver oaks, fiery gulmohars, everlasting spring…Bengaluru's transformation from a Garden City to a modern metropolis is noted. The city once offered a calm atmosphere and pleasant weather...
Most people ignore the two holes in clothespins; using them separately may prevent marks and wrinklesThe clothespin, though simple, carries a rich history and timeless relevance. Created in the 1840s, its clever design brings practicality t...
In 1909, the Eiffel Tower was set to be demolished. Here's how a radio saved the world's most-visited monumentThe Eiffel Tower was initially intended for demolition after twenty years. Its creators faced significant opposition from artists and write...
In 1964, American engineers drew up NAWAPA, a plan to redirect the rivers of Alaska and Canada through the Rockies to water the US desert, re-plumbing an entire continentA 1964 plan proposed moving water from Alaska to the arid American West. This ambitious engineering project aimed for continental water red...
Psychology says people who prefer visiting old monuments over beaches or mountains aren't boring, they may be chasing stories more than sceneryChoosing to visit old monuments can reflect a person's interest in history, storytelling, learning, and emotional connection with the past....
Calcutta Stock Exchange, R.I.P.The initiative to revive the Calcutta Stock Exchange seems misguided for West Bengal. With many regional exchanges folding due to dwindling...
Psychology says people who are old school and still love vintage gasoline run cars aren't resistant to change but often value memories, control and familiarity: What the behaviour reveals?Psychology says people who are old school and still love vintage gasoline run cars aren't simply avoiding modern technology. Psychology exp...
250 yrs of trysts with the futureEnvision a version of America shaped by Arthurian ideals, where immigration and originality are repressed, resulting in a stagnated, histor...
People watching Friends or The Office for 10th time are not just nostalgic. Psychologists decode mindset of who are not bored of watching same movie or TV shows repeatedlyRewatching cherished series like FRIENDS serves more than just a nostalgic escape; it fulfills essential psychological needs. Research indi...
G-SHOCK x Coca-Cola GA-2100CC Review: The anti-smartwatch we didn't know we neededThe G-SHOCK x Coca-Cola GA-2100CC, launched in India at Rs 14,995 and now reselling for nearly double after selling out, proves that not ev...
Psychology says people who restore old vehicles aren't stuck in the past: What the habit revealsPsychology says people who restore old vehicles aren't simply spending time on an old hobby. Psychology suggests this behavior reflects pat...
Mercury Retrograde in Cancer June 2026: Do NOT Do These 7 Things Until July 23Mercury Retrograde in Cancer is one of the most emotionally charged astrological transits of 2026, and it's asking you to pause before you ...
Mercury Retrograde July 2026: These 4 Zodiac Signs Could See an Ex Return When the Past Comes KnockingMercury Retrograde 2026 in Cancer beginning June 29, 2026 intensifies emotional memory loops, pulling unresolved relationships back into fo...
Gen Z vs Indian parents: Should today's youth struggle just because their parents had to? Man questions 'romanticizing poverty' attitudeA viral X post has sparked a conversation about whether Gen Z should be expected to face the same struggles as previous generations. The po...
Hollywood gets into the microdrama race as mobile-first storytelling draws stars and major studiosHollywood is diving headfirst into the world of microdramas, following the massive success of Issa Rae's 'Screen Time', which racked up an ...
Quote of the day by Ray Bradbury: "Any experience that touches you, in any particular way, is..." ― How do painful experiences quietly reshape human growth, and life decisions in ways we often fail to notice? Learn the inspiring life lessons on growth, resilience, and wisdom from every experience that shape who we becomeQuote of the Day by Ray Bradbury: Some of life's most valuable lessons do not come from success, comfort, or happiness. They come from disa...
Psychology says people who collect antiques aren't stuck in the past, they may be preserving memories, identity and a sense of meaningPsychology teaches us that everyday habits can often reflect deeper emotional needs and motivations. Collecting antiques is rarely just an ...
Psychology says people in their 60s and 70s who keep a handwritten address book aren’t out of touch: They’re protecting important relationships in a form they trust, because memory often feels more reliable when information can be seen, touched, and easily foundMany adults in their 60s and 70s still prefer handwritten address books, not out of technophobia, but as a dependable memory support. Resea...
Psychology says people who keep a photo of their wife or kids in their wallet aren’t nostalgic, they are creating an emotional safety netPsychologists have consistently found that having a strong sense of purpose supports emotional well-being. For many people, loved ones beco...