Baby Sleep Traditions: How babies sleep around the world: 10 fascinating cultural traditions

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…

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Guru Purnima: On Rishi Ved Vyas’ birthday, here are 5 things you probably didn’t know about the great sage

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…

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Bharat Borah: Meet Bharat Borah, from Assam’s ‘Hornbill Village’ who has been saving injured birds and animals by building artificial legs for them for 30 years; his house is now an unofficial rescue centre

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,…

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Quote of the day by Ram Dass: “Each of us finds his unique vehicle for sharing with others his bit of wisdom”; What Harvard psychologist and Neem Karoli Baba follower advised on imparting wisdom through little detours of life

Ram Dass taught that everyone shares wisdom through their unique life experiences. Personal struggles and successes offer valuable lessons for others to learn. Individuals express their insights through various actions and creative endeavors. Positive influence occurs daily in subtle and often unnoticed ways. No contribution is too small in the chain of shared understanding. Ram…

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The hidden purpose of clothespin holes: How this overlooked design helps clothes stay secure and reduces peg marks |

Clothespins have been a household essential for generations, yet few people give much thought to their design. At first glance, the small holes found on either side of a traditional wooden clothespin appear to serve no real purpose beyond holding the spring in place. In reality, these openings are part of a practical design that…

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The first thing that you spot helps you discover your hidden leadership talent

Optical illusions often trick our eyes and brains, as these images seem to be something else at first glance and turn out to be completely different when looked at from another perspective. Although these “tests” aren’t backed by science, but that hasn’t stopped them from becoming a genuine internet pastime, This optical illusion personality test…

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