We square up with the harsh realities and heavy statistics to find glimmers of solution, of fearlessness and faithfulness, of hope. Together we reject cynicism, defy apathy, and celebrate good that the world needs more of. Inspiring stories have the power to lift our spirits, motivate us, and remind us of the potential for greatness within ourselves. As… Read More »
Hadrat Abu Hurairah Radiallahu Anhu narrates that Rasulullah Salallahu Alaihi Wasallam said: “Should I not inform you of that with which Allah Ta’ala wipes out sins and with which He raises ranks?” The Sahaabah Radiallahu Anhum replied: “Certainly, O Rasulullah Salallahu Alaihi Wasallam!” Rasulullah Salallahu Alaihi Wasallam said: “Performing a complete Wudhu despite difficulties; taking many steps to… Read More »
Smartphones are more than a calling device these days. We store a lot of personal information, data and gallery on the phones that we can not risk losing. In case your are looking to sell your old Android smartphone, you must ensure that the important information must be removed from it to avoid unauthorized access. Not sure how… Read More »
Classical philosophy studies the fundamental problems concerning human existence through the eyes of our intellectual ancestors. Many thinkers from Classical times were pioneers of our modern philosophical and scientific ideas. The earliest beginnings of philosophy are traced back to the sixth century B.C.E., when the first scientists of Western history, the Pre-Socratics – among them Thales, Heraclitus and… Read More »
Emotionally secure people are empowered, confident and comfortable in their own skin. They walk the world with authenticity and conviction, and do what is meaningful to them. As a Harvard-trained psychologist, I’ve found that this sense of self-assuredness makes them better able to navigate conflict and be vulnerable with others, mostly because they aren’t looking for external validation. But takes a… Read More »
Cyrus II of Persia (Old Persian: Kūruš; c. 600–530 BC) commonly known as Cyrus the Great, was the founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire. Hailing from Persis, he brought the Achaemenid dynasty to power by defeating the Median Empire and embracing all of the previous civilized states of the ancient Near East, expanding vastly and eventually conquering most of West Asia and much of Central Asia to create the world’s then-largest polity and the first superpower of the… Read More »
Surat, the bustling city situated on the banks of the Tapi River in Gujarat, India, is emerging as a preferred destination for luxury living. Known for its rich heritage, vibrant culture, and thriving textile and diamond industries, Surat offers a unique blend of urban conveniences and a high standard of living. In this blog, we will explore five… Read More »
Unless Alexander was himself ultimately responsible for his father’s assassination (an implausible view, but one already canvassed in antiquity), he cannot have foreseen the moment of his own succession to a father who, though grizzled, was in the prime of life. His reaction to the turn of events was remarkably swift and cool. Two highly placed suspects were… Read More »
(Inside Science) — Ecologists call them the living dead: trees that stand across the tropics and beyond, in the midst of transformed landscapes where they can no longer reproduce. They may appear healthy for centuries, but eventually they will fall — and then their lineage will vanish. One reason for their dire fate: The animals some such trees rely on to… Read More »
Human beings are complicated. Each one of us is unique; we come from various backgrounds and have different personalities. But with respect to how God created us, we’re actually all the same. The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:23 that we were all created with three parts—a spirit, a soul, and a body: “And the God of… Read More »