Ron Titterington has “soft-retired” after decades as a practice owner and chief medical officer at a pet care HMO (Credits: Ron Titterington) In August 2023, Oregon veterinarian Ron Titterington left a stressful executive job that paid $150,000 a year to begin what he calls “soft retirement.”Three years later, working flexible relief shifts on his own…
The crèche allowance is generally admissible for up to two children. For many working parents, one of the biggest challenges after the birth of a child is balancing childcare responsibilities with professional commitments. While employer-provided childcare facilities have existed under labour laws for many years, the newly notified Labour Codes have brought renewed focus to…
The introduction of agriculture, around 11,500 years ago in the Middle East was a milestone for humankind. For decades, the image of the prehistoric hunter-gatherer has been remarkably consistent: hunters skilled in living off mainly meat, with plants as occasional supplements. It’s an image deeply embedded in popular culture, in documentaries and even in modern…
Pankaj Tripathi has looked back on the difficult years he endured before his breakout role in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, likening that period of his career to planting seeds on a farm and waiting patiently for them to bear fruit. Pankaj Tripathi says he never needed external motivation In an interview with ANI, the National Award-winning…
The Lion’s Gate Portal on August 8th, 2026, presents a remarkable moment for manifestation. With its distinctive numerology, this date supports profound transformation and personal achievement. People can capitalize on this energy by exploring their birth number, called Mulank. Each Mulank highlights certain focus areas, like prosperity, recognition, or completeness. Utilizing customized guidance can greatly…
The Centre has informed the Supreme Court that no final decision has been taken on conducting NEET UG in computer-based mode from 2027. It said the proposed shift from the current pen-and-paper format will depend on the recommendations of the expert committee led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, which is reviewing examination reforms following concerns…
These 7 dog breeds are the perfect fit A small home doesn’t have to mean giving up on the idea of a dog, even though plenty of people assume it does. What actually determines whether a dog thrives in a compact space has surprisingly little to do with the animal’s size on paper, and a…
The India versus Brazil friendly is scheduled for October 3 at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. (Photo: ANI) NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is considering fielding a second-string team or withdrawing entirely from the FIFA ASEAN Cup while prioritising the highly anticipated India versus Brazil friendly in Kolkata. The two sets…
A courtroom verdict and a fatal crash dominate the day’s news. Tejpal convicted: Bombay HC overturned Tarun Tejpal’s acquittal, convicted him in the 2013 rape case and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Fatal crash: Atiq Ahmed’s son Abaan and his friend Sonu were killed after their SUV crashed into a divider in Jhansi….
Quote of the day by Keanu Reeves Only a few public figures speak about grief with the quiet honesty of Keanu Reeves. His life has been marked by losses that happened before he became one of Hollywood’s most admired actors. His close friend River Phoenix died in 1993. Six years later, Reeves and his partner…
