African proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) Not every proverb is meant to sound solemn or wise at first hearing. Some survive because they make people smile before they make them think. This African saying belongs to that category.“It is difficult for two long-nosed lovers to kiss.”The image is amusing. Two people…
The Empire State Building, towering over the New York City skyline, is one of the world’s most recognisable architectural landmarks and the top Attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards. A symbol of American ambition, resilience, and innovation, the iconic skyscraper continues to captivate millions of visitors each year. With the Fourth…
We tend to look at long-term marriages as the ultimate relationship holy grail. When a couple hits the 20, 30, or even 40-year mark, we collectively assume they’ve cracked the code and built something completely bulletproof. But time itself is not a magic barrier to human evolution. People evolve, priorities change and sometimes, after spending…
Located in the plains of Argentine Patagonia, is a site where history is painted on the rocks. Amidst striking cliffs, silent valleys and wilderness lies Cueva de las Manos or the “Cave of the Hands,” safeguarding the tales of folks who roamed these lands millennia ago. Marked with thousands of prehistoric handprints, hunting depictions and…
Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the most influential thinkers of the 19th century. Born in 1803 in Boston, Massachusetts, Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, lecturer and poet who became a leading figure of the transcendentalist movement. His writings encouraged people to trust themselves, think independently and discover the power that lies within every…
Sometimes, the way you see things says more about you than you realize. That’s what makes an optical illusion personality test so oddly fascinating -it turns a simple image into something a little more personal.Take a moment to really look at this one and go with your first instinct. What do you see first –…
Most air travellers have experienced the moment when the cabin suddenly becomes darker just bef ore an aircraft lines up on the runway or begins its descent. It happens so routinely that many passengers barely notice it anymore. The practice has been part of airline operations for decades and is closely tied to safety procedures….
When R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title, the world celebrated the young grandmaster’s brilliance. Certainly, his victory was a pride for India, but, behind the global stage he was standing at, there was his mother, Nagalakshmi, who spent years building the foundation for him. Praggnanandhaa and his sister, Vaishali,…
“El amor es ciego, pero los vecinos no.”Translation: “Love is blind, but the neighbours are not.”This is a funny take reminding us that while you might be blinded by love, but your neighbours and community can see exactly what is going on. This Spanish proverb is funny, but it’s also true. It doesn’t speak of…
Every few weeks, social media finds a new topic that gets people talking. Sometimes it is a celebrity controversy. Sometimes it is politics. And sometimes, it is a short video from inside a home that ends up opening a much bigger conversation.A video now going viral on X has done exactly that. At first glance,…
Scroll through your phone and it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind.But you are comparing your messy, behind-the-scenes reality to someone else’s highly curated, heavily filtered best moments. The Pivot: Put the blinders on.The only benchmark that actually matters is who you were six months ago. Celebrate your own micro-wins.5.Avoiding uncomfortable talksBurying your problems…
Although Hebbal has evolved into an important commercial and residential hub; it still offers housing options that are comparatively affordable when viewed against many premium neighbourhoods in North Bengaluru. Strong connectivity through the Hebbal Flyover, proximity to Manyata Tech Park and well-developed social infrastructure contribute to its popularity. Average monthly rent: ₹5,000–₹15,000 (depending on the…
