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Baby Sleep Traditions: How babies sleep around the world: 10 fascinating cultural traditions

There is no single “right” way to help a baby sleep. Around the world, families have developed bedtime traditions shaped by culture, climate, family structure and generations of experience. While modern parenting advice often focuses on sleep schedules and independent sleep, many communities continue to embrace age-old practices centred on closeness, routine and comfort. Here…

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Guru Purnima: On Rishi Ved Vyas’ birthday, here are 5 things you probably didn’t know about the great sage

Maharishi Ved Vyas, a revered sage, is celebrated on Guru Purnima for his immense contributions. He compiled the four Vedas and authored the epic Mahabharata, a monumental literary work. Legend states Lord Ganesha wrote the Mahabharata as Vyas narrated it nonstop. Vyas is also considered one of the eight immortal Chiranjeevis in Hindu scriptures. His…

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Did you know this was the world’s first favourite flavour? Here’s how it became so popular

Long before chocolate bars filled supermarket shelves and strawberry became synonymous with summer desserts, there was one flavour that quietly won over the world. Today, it appears in cakes, cookies, ice cream, perfumes, coffee, candles, and even luxury fragrances. It feels timeless, familiar, and comforting. That flavour is vanilla. It may seem ordinary now because…

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Bharat Borah: Meet Bharat Borah, from Assam’s ‘Hornbill Village’ who has been saving injured birds and animals by building artificial legs for them for 30 years; his house is now an unofficial rescue centre

Bharat Bohra (Photo: ETv Bharat) Bharat Borah, who as been saving birds and animals’ lives for 30 years (Photo: ETv Bharat) Bharat Bohra (Photo: ETv Bharat) Bharat Borah, who as been saving birds and animals’ lives for 30 years (Photo: ETv Bharat) Bharat Bohra (Photo: ETv Bharat) Most people mark special occasions with flowers, cards,…

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The 5 loudest animals on earth

Type “loudest animal on earth” into any search bar and you’ll get a dozen confidently different answers, some articles say 230 decibels, others say 236, a few throw around 200-plus for a shrimp barely two inches long. Much of that confusion comes down to how the number was measured and reported, not genuine disagreement in…

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Quote of the day by Michelangelo: “Genius is eternal patience”

Michelangelo’s quote highlights genius as eternal patience, not just innate talent. His life demonstrates immense effort behind extraordinary artistic achievements. Modern society expects quick success, but creative work requires sustained effort. Patience allows talent to mature and turns effort into excellence over time. This perspective reminds us to trust the process of nurturing skills. Michelangelo…

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How anime’s biggest power systems are different

Power systems are one of the biggest reasons anime battles feel so exciting. They define how characters become stronger, what rules they must follow, and how they overcome seemingly impossible odds. Among the most celebrated systems in anime are Nen from Hunter x Hunter, Chakra from Naruto, and Haki from One Piece. While each revolves…

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Quote of the day by Ram Dass: “Each of us finds his unique vehicle for sharing with others his bit of wisdom”; What Harvard psychologist and Neem Karoli Baba follower advised on imparting wisdom through little detours of life

Ram Dass taught that everyone shares wisdom through their unique life experiences. Personal struggles and successes offer valuable lessons for others to learn. Individuals express their insights through various actions and creative endeavors. Positive influence occurs daily in subtle and often unnoticed ways. No contribution is too small in the chain of shared understanding. Ram…

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International Tiger Day: Where tigers no longer roar: 8 countries that have lost their wild tigers, and what travellers can learn from their silence on this International Tigers Day |

Where tigers no longer roar For centuries, tigers roared across vast landscapes stretching from the Caspian forests of western Asia to the tropical jungles of Southeast Asia and the Indonesian islands. Today, that sound has disappeared from many of those places. As the world marks International Tiger Day on July 29, the conversation often focuses…

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