A child does not need a perfect home. They need a home that feels safe enough to be honest in. In many families, children grow up physically cared for but emotionally unheard, praised for achievements, corrected for mistakes, and quietly trained to keep difficult feelings to themselves. An emotionally safe home changes that. It tells…
A remarkable kea parrot named Bruce, born without an upper beak, has defied expectations in New Zealand. Rescued and thriving, Bruce has become an alpha, dominating his flock through an ingenious ‘beak jousting’ technique. His unique adaptation showcases incredible intelligence and resilience, proving that challenges can foster extraordinary survival skills. Nature never fails to surprise…
Not every home has a humidifier, and not every family wants to run one every night. Some parents are cautious about adding too many gadgets to a child’s room. A bucket of water offers a simple, familiar alternative. It does not need electricity, it does not make noise, and it does not require settings, filters…
Power couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, known for their privacy, find rejuvenation in art and nature. Their home aesthetic features vibrant flowers like magenta dahlias, lush indoor plants, and earthy stone-walled interiors. Thoughtful lighting and light curtains enhance the serene, artistic ambiance, creating a perfect escape. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, often called the…
These may seem obvious, yet they are often left within arm’s reach of the burner. That is exactly why they should be stored elsewhere. If children are around, keeping them near the stove adds another layer of risk. Fire-starting tools should never sit beside the fire itself. Wooden spatulas and chopping boards Wood is useful…
Verandahs functioned as a buffer between indoor and outdoor spaces, offering shade and a place for social interaction. These semi-open areas helped regulate temperature and encouraged community living. Today, balconies, sit-outs, and shaded decks are inspired by traditional verandahs, blending comfort with climate-responsive design. The emergence of Indian traditional design elements also indicates an increasing…
Hair growth is dictated by the biological clock within hair follicles, which cycle through growth and rest phases. Image Credit: Gemini Have you ever thought about how the hair on your head can reach your waist, while hair in your arms appears to have a constant plateau? This question has been on the mind of…
Life isn’t so kind for everyone. Some face the harshest realities far too early. Vikram Chhetri, a teenager from Assam could not grow up resting his head on his mom’s lap. The child lost his mother when he was just 2, and years later, at the age of 11, the boy lost his father too….
Image Credit: Getty Images George Bernard Shaw was one of the most influential writers and thinkers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1856 in Dublin, Ireland, he became a leading playwright, critic, and social commentator whose works challenged conventional thinking and inspired intellectual debate. Shaw was awarded the Nobel Prize in…
Elon Musk was turned away during a rocket meeting in Russia. Image credit – Wikimedia When Elon Musk started working at SpaceX, it had not yet become one of the most influential space companies in the world. The founder was then looking for ways to get to the rockets more quickly and cheaply. In 2001,…
