While universities debate whether to skip standardized admissions tests and the University of Michigan waives first-term grades for some incoming students, new research suggests that relaxing standards might not be the best way to help kids who are struggling in school. The new report by the Institute for Family Studies (IFS) and the American Enterprise … Read more
Every now and then, you run into someone and things just instantly click. You don’t have to put on a show or filter what you say. The conversation flows without any awkward pauses, and before long, you’re opening up about things you usually keep to yourself. Emily Brontë captured that exact feeling back in 1847: … Read more
Forgiveness is often presented as the mature thing to do. Someone hurts you, you process it, you let it go, and you move on. Sounds simple enough.In real life, it rarely works that neatly.Sometimes you know you should forgive someone but are nowhere near ready. Sometimes you have forgiven them but still do not want … Read more
Folded hands. Anxious faces. Prayers whispered under the breath. The relatives standing outside the operation theatre in Indore did not look like people waiting for just another birth. They looked like people standing on the edge of something they had almost stopped believing was possible. For 52 years, this family had welcomed only boys. Five … Read more
For 11-year-old Atharv Sood, the night sky was once simply a source of wonder. He would spend time observing the Moon, Jupiter, stars, and distant galaxies, trying to understand what existed beyond Earth. Today, that curiosity has taken him a step closer to real astronomical research. According to an article published by India Today, Atharv … Read more
The monsoon brings relief from the heat, but the humid weather can be tough on your hair and scalp. Increased humidity, sweat, pollution, and dampness can make the scalp oily and trigger problems such as dandruff, itching, frizz, and increased hair shedding. According to Dr. Bushra Aziz, BAMS & Trichologist, a consultant at Traya, monsoon … Read more
When Americans are feeling down, instead of calling a mental health professional, a growing number are reaching for their keyboards. Artificial intelligence chatbots have become confidantes, sounding boards, and even substitutes for therapists. Some say this could have a significant impact on the U.S. mental health crisis. This shift is unfolding against the backdrop of … Read more
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a futuristic idea discussed inside technology labs. Across India, AI is increasingly becoming part of how companies serve customers, manage operations, make decisions, build products, and solve complex business problems. But as more organisations embrace AI, one question is becoming increasingly important: What separates an impressive AI experiment from … Read more
IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed For UPSC aspirants, the pressure can begin well before they enter the examination hall. The constant talk around competition, preparation, and success can make candidates question whether they are doing enough. An IAS officer has now shared a perspective that puts the focus … Read more
That growing collection of empty glass bottles sitting in your recycling bin has more creative potential than you’d probably given it credit for. Rather than sending them off for standard recycling, a small but genuinely satisfying DIY trend has been gaining traction, crushing old glass bottles and mixing the shards directly into concrete to create … Read more