Hope has inspired humanity through wars, disasters, personal struggles and moments of uncertainty for thousands of years. Long before modern psychology explored the power of optimism, the ancient Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus reflected on hope as one of life’s greatest strengths. His famous words, “Hope is the only good that is common to all…
Singapore’s state-owned investor Temasek is widening its scope of investments in India (representative image) MUMBAI: Singapore’s state-owned investor Temasek is widening its scope of investments in India, a market where it has been traditionally focused on consumer, financial services and healthcare spaces.The company will bet on areas such as industrials as the country sharpens its…
Avoid sharing these details with AI, no matter how helpful it seems. It usually starts with a harmless question.You ask an AI chatbot to draft an email, explain a legal term, summarize a document, or help you plan a trip. A few minutes later, you’re pasting screenshots, uploading files, or typing in details about your…
For many travellers, the fastest route is not always the most appealing one. A flight can cut hours from a journey, yet some people still choose a train seat, a window view and the steady movement of a railway carriage. They may spend longer reaching their destination, but the experience along the way matters. The…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi reacts after losing to Spain in the World Cup final. (AP Photo) The mystery surrounding Lionel Messi‘s viral dressing-room speech before Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final has finally been addressed, with Alexis Mac Allister’s father dismissing speculation of an internal crisis and insisting the captain’s words were taken completely out of…
From a great distance, the planet could easily give the wrong first impression. Seen in visible light, it appears as a rich blue world, bringing to mind the familiar colour of Earth as viewed from orbit. Yet the resemblance ends almost immediately. Instead of oceans reflecting sunlight, this distant planet is wrapped in an atmosphere…
With CM Vijay starrer ‘Jana Nayagan’ all set for its theatrical release on July 23, director H Vinoth has addressed one of the biggest controversies that surrounded the film during production. Rumours had claimed that scenes for the film were secretly shot during an event in Karur using multiple cameras, leading to widespread speculation on…
Entrepreneurship is often described as exciting, glamorous and full of promise. Elon Musk described it very differently. “Being an entrepreneur is like eating glass and staring into the abyss of death,” he said, letting out his trademark cackle right after. He was not joking around for effect. He said this only months after taking Tesla…
Trump’s 25% tariff hits Brazil: Trade tensions deepen as billions in exports at risk A new 25% US tariff on a range of Brazilian goods came into effect on Wednesday, escalating trade tensions between the United States and Brazil despite Washington maintaining a trade surplus with the South American nation.The new duties apply to products…
Hidden among the vast landscapes of Egypt’s Western Desert, the Dakhla Oasis preserves a remarkable record of human activity carved directly into stone. For thousands of years, its sandstone cliffs have carried images of animals, people and symbols left behind by communities that lived in a changing Sahara. Now, these ancient markings are facing a…
NEW DELHI: PV Sindhu‘s impressive resurgence continued at the China Open on Wednesday as the two-time Olympic medallist battled past rising Indian teenager Unnati Hooda to book her place in the second round, while Ayush Shetty stole the spotlight with a stunning upset over world No. 11 Alwi Farhan.Just days after ending a two-year title…
Stand at the edge of a river long enough and one thing becomes clear. The water does not slow down for you. It does not pause while you decide whether you are ready to drink. It does not hold its position while you gather your thoughts or wait for a better moment. It simply moves,…
