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People always talk about physical stimulation and keeping your body healthy, but where’s the brain gym to help keep your wits sharp? Most people don’t realize that engaging in mental stimulation is just as important as keeping your body in shape, but that’s what International Brainteaser Month hopes to change. Everyone loves a good riddle. […]
No matter their skin colour, race, the nation of origin, religion, or gender, it is only right and reasonable for people to be paid fairly equally for performing the same jobs for their employers. Sadly, despite many decades of activism toward workplace equality, workers continue to experience pay inequality in workplaces all over the globe. […]
AR Rahman turned 56 years old today (January 6, 2023). The living legend, who is also referred to as ‘The Mozart of Madras’ is known not just in India, but around the world for his soulful music. The composer has received numerous international and national accolades in recognition of his unique talent. On his birthday, […]
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the current tallest building in the world, officially opens its doors to the world on the 4th of January, 2010. Today marks the 13th Anniversary so we at Radio Sargam thought to share some interesting facts about the tallest structure in the world. Not only is the Burj Khalifa the […]
These days, electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers make up an important component of our everyday lives. While communication has become easier and more efficient than ever before, these technological advancements have brought with them new concerns about privacy and security. There’s even a holiday dedicated to keeping your online data safe and […]
Chocolate is one of the greatest pleasures that life has to offer, providing hope in the darkness of what might be an otherwise drab culinary experience. Chocolate didn’t find its way into the culinary repertoire of the western world until the Spanish learned of it from the Mayan people of Mesoamerica. From this simple beginning, […]
Confession, it is said, is good for the soul. However, nowhere does it say that the confession has to be true! False Confession Day is your opportunity to tell an absolute whammy, a huge joke, a serious falsehood or our favorites, a truth disguised as a lie. If you like making things up that will […]
Every day we see complete fails of Common Sense, stupid and fantastic examples of the horror that can occur when someone just… refuses… to think. Sometimes it’s a matter of hubris, people thinking that their over-inflated sense of self-importance can overcome the laws of physics. Other times it’s just a complete failure to take a […]
Although World Jellyfish Day may sound a bit odd to some, it only makes sense to celebrate an invertebrate that has been on this earth for millions of years longer than humans. So, this event is meant to honour our slightly slimy counterparts that can sometimes cause a bit of consternation at the beach. History […]
Celebrate and appreciate one of the world’s favorite ancient spices by getting excited about National Cinnamon Day. So grab a favorite cinnamon treat and read on to learn more about this delicious spice and the ways it has been part of human history for thousands of years! History of National Cinnamon Day Native to Ceylon, […]
