Quote of the Day by Morgan Freeman Morgan Freeman is not just an actor, but an icon idolised by generations. One of the most loved and respected actors of Hollywood, Freeman during his long career has played roles that include everything from prisoners and presidents to wise mentors and ordinary people in extraordinary situations. His…
Toran Sheikh (PC: New Indian Express) Toran Sheikh is a daily-wage labourer and road worker from West Bengal. One day he decided to donate blood to a needy person purely out of humanity. He had no grand ambition to change the world. It began with an injured colleague who desperately needed help. In 1998, when…
Sometimes an ATM may display an error even after you have entered your details. In other cases, your account may be debited even though the cash does not come out. Check your bank’s transaction alert or account statement before assuming that everything is fine. If money has been deducted but you have not received it,…
“Ek akeli ladki kya hi kar legi?” It is a question that can make standing up to a powerful system seem impossible. But animal welfare activist Jagriti Mishra’s recent experience shows how one person’s determination, supported by thousands of voices, can bring an issue into the public spotlight. Jagriti, the founder of Street Worldz Trust,…
A smell that becomes less noticeable does not prove that the danger has passed. Do not return indoors simply because you can no longer smell gas. Move to a safe location, contact the appropriate emergency service or LPG provider and follow their instructions before re-entering. If you suspect a gas leak, do not wait for…
For many working mothers, the end of the workday does not mean the end of their responsibilities. Office deadlines, childcare, cooking, laundry and household chores can turn an ordinary day into a demanding routine. For Gunjan Tanwani, a senior software engineer at Walmart with more than 10 years of corporate experience, managing these responsibilities has…
AI representation/ChatGPT There is someone who can talk for an hour over coffee, ask questions, tell stories and make a conversation feel effortless. But put the same person in a room with six friends, at a family gathering or in a workplace meeting, and they barely say a word. Others may assume they are shy,…
Natto is a Japanese breakfast staple despite its funky aroma and taste. It is smelly, slimy and full of bacteria, and every morning, millions of people reach for their chopsticks to dig into this Japanese breakfast staple. Isn’t breakfast supposed to be the best meal of the day?We are talking about natto, a traditional Japanese…
The personality contrast (Canva) Some people love parties while some enjoy their own company. Some people look forward to a quiet evening at home to relax, finding comfort in reading a book, listening to music or simply being alone and sipping a cup of coffee with their thoughts. Others feel refreshed after meeting friends and…
A group of young hula-hoopers from Chennai has taken its talent to the global stage, travelling to London to attempt 10 Guinness World Records titles and returning with six new records. The children, members of the Chennai Hoopers academy, demonstrated their skills at the Guinness World Records headquarters in London, UK, on July 20, performing…
