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Photo: marina__neuralean/ Instagram Optical illusions do more than trick the eye; they can quietly reveal how your mind naturally perceives the world. This optical illusion personality test, shared by Marina Winberg on social media, asks you to look at a single image and notice what appears first: a face, a building, both, a mask, or…

Rashdeep Kaur. (Instagram) There was a time when people in Rashdeep Kaur’s village had plenty to say about her. “Kudiyon nu bahar na bhejo, ladko ke saath khel-kood shobha nahi deta,” neighbours would tell her father (Don’t send girls out. It doesn’t look good for them to play sports with boys). In many villages across…

Quote of the day by Warren Buffett You know that feeling when you finally get somewhere good and realize it took forever to arrive? That’s basically what Warren Buffett was getting at with one of his most-quoted lines: someone enjoys shade today because someone else planted a tree long before they needed it. He was…

In a recent update, Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia has reached another major milestone. For those unaware, Jeddah Tower, when completed, will become the tallest skyscraper on Earth. Though the construction has faced years of delays, the mega project has now crossed the 100-floor mark and is making headlines worldwide. The building is steadily progressing…

There’s an old Japanese proverb that sounds incredibly simple on the surface, but completely flips how you view your life once it finally clicks:”Uo gokoro areba mizu gokoro.”Translated literally, it means: If the fish has a mind, so does the water.It’s a beautiful bit of imagery, but it carries a punchy truth about reciprocity and…

For generations, Indian dads have been taught that love is something you show, not something you say. They may struggle to say “I love you” out loud, but they’ll wake up at 5 a.m. to drop you at the railway station. They may never say they’re worried, but they’ll call three times if you don’t…

Indian sweets are addictive, and one cannot stop with just one serving. But, when the same sweet leads to illness or food poisoning (because of substandard or expired ingredients), it often makes us regret it. In an unfortunate incident, members of three families allegedly fell ill after consuming malai pedas from the popular Guru Nanak…

People often consider sleep a luxury, but it is really a necessity. Your body needs sleep to function properly. “Sleep is not just rest — it is recovery for the brain, spine, and nervous system. Poor sleep can affect focus, memory, mood, pain sensitivity, inflammation, and how well the body repairs. Better sleep helps your…

Gen Z is redefining workplace norms, prioritizing efficiency and well-being over traditional ‘presenteeism.’ This generation, shaped by digital fluency and a desire for work-life balance, questions outdated practices. They value productivity and purpose, opting to leave when tasks are complete rather than appearing busy, signaling a shift towards healthier work environments. There is a particular…

Leonardo da Vinci believed true art requires more than just technical skill; it demands the “spirit” or genuine intention behind the work. This idea is especially relevant today as AI generates technically perfect but often soulless creations, highlighting the irreplaceable human element in art. We often put our heart and soul into what we do,…