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School is great for learning how to do maths, but it’s notoriously bad at teaching us how to actually function as humans in a high-pressure world. We spend years mastering grammar, yet most of us hit our twenties without knowing how to set a boundary or handle a difficult conversation.The “real” wins in life usually…

The one place in your garden snakes love to hide (Image source: Canva) People often think that snakes are rare visitors to homes, but they can actually live very close to homes without being seen. A lot of people think that snakes only live in forests or open fields, but gardens can also be good…

When you remove your pillowcase to find yellow stains on your pillow, it can be incredibly upsetting. Although there may be many reasons why this happened, like sweat, oil or just the fact that they have aged, these stains can feel impossible to remove. What you may not realise, however, is that you don’t have…

On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered a glimpse into India’s rich spiritual heritage by sharing images of the Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth. The PM shared some beautiful images on his official X (formerly Twitter) profile of the insides of the museum celebrating the 2,000 years old…

Crushing on someone in the digital age is basically like being a full-time detective. Without the benefit of seeing a nervous fidget or a flirty smile in person, we’re left staring at a screen, trying to figure out if that “haha” was a polite pity-laugh or a “marry me” laugh. Since we can’t read minds…

The Pamban Bridge was India’s first sea bridge, linking Pamban Island with the mainland. Completed in 1914, this railway structure features a double‑leaf bascule span that could be lifted to allow ships to pass, a remarkable engineering solution for its time. Its nearly 2.1 km length and movable design made it both an essential infrastructure link…

Starting your kitchen garden in a small space can be an extremely fulfilling experience to grow your own fresh, chemical-free and healthy produce right in your backyard. Whether you are living in an apartment or have a compact space on your balcony, terrace or even a windowsill, you can still grow your favourite herbs and…

Sewer rats in drains and toilets (Image generated via Google Gemini) It may seem odd to picture a rat coming up through a drain or toilet, but it can happen in homes that are connected to sewer systems. Rats like to live in underground drainage systems because they can find food, water, and a place…

Rajasthan is the land of architectural marvels. The royal state is defined by grand palaces, ancient forts and stunning temples. While a number of palaces and forts in Rajasthan have made a mark internationally, few wonders are still waiting to be discovered. And one such marvel is Chand Baori in Abhaneri. Anand Mahindra, the top…

The ancient world was full of strange creatures and legends, the most famous being the Blemmyes. Historians like Pliny the Elder and Herodotus chronicled the supposed existence of these ‘headless’ beings; they were described as being seen in the Nubian deserts with human eyes and mouths on their chests. As evidenced by medieval bestiaries, the…