Every day, social media showcases stories of people celebrating new homes, expensive cars, and growing investments. Those posts often become the benchmark by which people unknowingly compare themselves. But now, a very different kind of post is making rounds online. It is not about achieving more. It is about learning to be at peace with…
Simple yet powerful, Lotus is directly inspired by one of the world’s most sacred flowers. Revered in Hinduism, Buddhism and even Ancient Egyptian culture, the lotus symbolises purity, enlightenment, rebirth and resilience. It is a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name rooted in spirituality and hope. Sacred flowers have inspired beautiful names for generations,…
Finding a job is one challenge. Finding one that matches your qualifications is another. Across social media, conversations around low starting salaries have been growing louder, with many young professionals opening up about the pay they were offered at the beginning of their careers. Now, an Instagram video by a pharmacist has added another voice…
Most people immediately try to alleviate the problem associated with pain using ice packs or a heating pad. However, the inappropriate treatment method can either hinder recovery or even aggravate the problem. Even though cold therapy and heat therapy are two popular methods to relieve pain, they differ in mechanism of action, which affects their…
The Eiffel Tower is often the first place people think of when they hear the word Paris. Every day, countless photos and videos from the landmark flood social media, making it look like the perfect travel destination. But one creator’s recent Instagram video has started a very different conversation. Instead of showing only the beautiful…
India has travelled far and wide in space with its numerous successful missions and launches. But once upon a time, Indian music found its way to space and still echoes out inside the solar system. Kesarbai Kerkar, a Hindustani classical singer, who was named ‘Surashree’ for her melodious voice sang a rendition of a song…
A unique grave at Arlington National Cemetery holds a serviceman lost in the US’s first fatal nuclear accident. This burial site is sealed in lead and concrete due to radioactive contamination from the SL-1 reactor incident. The experimental reactor exploded in Idaho during the Cold War, killing three young servicemen instantly. One serviceman, Richard McKinley,…
If you are someone whose idea of the perfect holiday is sun, sand and sea, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026 has just unveiled the ultimate island bucket list. The annual survey is based on votes from more than 207,000 readers. It ranks the world’s favourite islands based on scenery, hospitality, attractions, culture and…
20-month-old Akira with her kick scooter. When Akira was just 14 months old, she saw her cousin riding a kick scooter. The little toddler walked towards the scooter, looked at her mom as if asking for permission, climbed on, and started pushing herself with just a little support. Within minutes, Akira wanted to do it…
Snakes are among the most misunderstood animals, and misinformation about them often spreads faster than facts. From believing they actively chase humans to assuming they’re unable to climb into apartment buildings, many common myths create unnecessary fear and sometimes even lead to harm to harmless species. Wildlife experts point out that understanding snake behaviour is…
