Respect for parents is often seen as something children either naturally have or lack. In reality, psychologists say it is usually shaped over years through family dynamics, emotional security and the behaviour children witness at home. When a child repeatedly speaks harshly to their mother, ignores her boundaries or dismisses her feelings, it is rarely…
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…
Lucky bamboo shows up everywhere from office desks to housewarming gift baskets, prized for how little it seems to ask in return for its tidy, architectural good looks. But before getting into care, it’s worth clearing up what this plant actually is, because the popular understanding gets it wrong on nearly every count. Despite the…
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…
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…
Lithium-ion battery scare on China Eastern flight: Things you can’t bring on a plane A terrifying incident aboard a China Eastern Airlines flight has gone viral after a power bank suddenly burst into flames inside an overhead luggage compartment shortly after the aircraft landed at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport in China. A video uploaded by…
‘Year without summer’: In 1816, the US had a summer-less year when a volcano in Indonesia drove much of the world into a climate crisis. Try to picture it: waking up to snow in June, watching crops die when there should’ve been sunshine, and feeling like the sun itself had taken a day off.Sounds absolutely…
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,…
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…
Every parent has heard it at some point. “My stomach hurts.” “I don’t want to go today.” “Can I please stay home?” Most of the time, it feels like an excuse. Maybe your child has a test they aren’t prepared for. Maybe they stayed up too late or simply want another day at home. But…
