How parents are now finding the perfect match for their kids

Sign up, and bam—first choice: Hunting a bride or groom? No fluffy “love hiking and Netflix” stuff here. Profiles scream practicality: age, college degree, salary bracket, owns a Beijing apartment (gold star!), car keys (bonus), divorce history (red flag?), and “ready to wed by 2027?” Parents geek out over school awards—like that national English Olympiad…

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200,000-year-old DNA from horse slaughtered by Neanderthals found in Germany where it should not have survived |

200,000-year-old DNA found at Schöningen site in Germany (Image source: Canva) Scientists have identified DNA that is around 200,000 years old at an open-air archaeological site in Germany, a place where experts once believed such genetic material could not survive. The find was made at the Schöningen site in Lower Saxony, which is famous for…

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Kuwait Visit Visa Extension: Kuwait extends visit visas, eases residency rules as Middle East travel disruptions strand travellers |

Amid ongoing travel disruptions linked to the escalating crisis in the Middle East, Kuwait has temporarily eased certain immigration rules to support travellers and residents affected by flight cancellations and airspace closures. All visitation visas that are about to expire or have already expired during the current disturbances will automatically be extended by one month,…

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Two 170-year-old beer bottles found in a shipwreck from Baltic Sea; scientists test if they are still drinkable |

Under the cold waters of the Baltic Sea off the Åland Islands, researchers made a surprising archaeological find that provides a rare glimpse into 19th-century brewing. During a shipwreck excavation, divers recovered several bottles of beer from a schooner that sank in the 1840s. There were more than 150 bottles of champagne and five bottles…

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Personality test: How you hold your glass reveals if you are protective, calm, steady or expressive

Ever found yourself leaning against a kitchen counter at a party, mid-story, and suddenly realized you’re clutching your glass like it’s a life raft? It’s funny how we don’t think about these things. We spend so much time worrying about what’s coming out of our mouths that we completely ignore what our hands are doing….

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How a simple “Hi” in Phuket turned into a love story between a Karnataka man and a European woman

Some love stories feel like movie scripts—grand gestures, fate slamming doors wide open. Others? They sneak up on you, starting with something as tiny as a smile or a “hello.” For Qatar-based travel vlogger Praveen Pundalik from Karnataka, what was meant to be a chill Phuket getaway turned into the plot twist of a lifetime….

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6 mindful practices to reduce decision fatigue and stay focused in a high-pressure world

Amidst the chaos of entrepreneurship, founders overwhelmed by constant demands can find clarity through mindfulness. By prioritizing structured routines, simplifying decisions, scheduling purposeful breaks, engaging in deep work, managing energy levels, and incorporating reflection, they can sharpen their focus, boost their vitality, and enhance their strategic thinking. Cognitive overload is a constant reality for founders…

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