Bengaluru techie rejects ₹20 lakh salary hike: Why he chose work-life balance over ₹65 lakh package

In a surprising turn, a software developer from Bengaluru has chosen to forgo a lucrative salary boost in favor of preserving his work-life harmony. Eschewing added duties and the pressures of frequent travel, he aligned his priorities with his personal routines and aspirations for family. His father, fixated on the monetary aspect, questioned this choice,…

Love diet soda and think it is harmless? A new study reveals the effects may last for generations

A recent investigation involving mice revealed the dramatic impact of artificial sweeteners on gut microbiota. Both sucralose and stevia significantly modified gut bacteria and gene functions in their progeny, with these alterations observed over two generations. Notably, descendants exhibited impaired glucose tolerance and increased blood sugar levels, suggesting that the consumption of these sweeteners could…

A Florida clock survived nearly a century outdoors; one clockmaker has now spent about 700 hours restoring its 95-year-old hands, dial and metalwork

In Clearwater, Florida, a remarkable four-faced clock has undergone an impressive restoration, thanks to clockmaker David H. Boyd, who dedicated 700 hours to the project. He skillfully preserved the original dial and hands while integrating new clockworks. This iconic timepiece now proudly graces Cleveland Street again, bridging the city’s rich history with contemporary usability.

What’s on your work desk? Books, plants or a cute panda can say a lot more about your work personality than you do

Your work desk may be more revealing than you think. From books and plants to family photographs, quirky figurines and carefully arranged stationery, the little things around your workspace can offer clues about your personality and working style. While no desk can define a person, psychology suggests these everyday objects can influence how others perceive…