Never pick a fallen mango in Singapore or this could happen; what first-time travellers need to know about the country’s strict ‘fruit rules’

If you ever spot a mango lying on the ground in Singapore, think thrice before picking it up because what may feel like a harmless travel moment can actually land you in several legal troubles, including hefty fines. As a first-time visitor, you might not be aware of the ‘mango laws’ of Singapore. It’s strange…

Read More

Tribes grant the Colorado River legal personhood

Indigenous tribes in the southwestern US, led by the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT), have granted the Colorado River legal personhood to help protect it for future generations. In November 2025, the CRIT, made up of the Mojave, Hopi, Navajo and Chemehuevi tribes, passed the resolution recognising the river as a living, life-giving entity with…

Read More

Why every parent should adopt them

Getting children to follow simple routines can be difficult sometimes. What many parents do is nag children for little things: to brush their teeth, switch off the TV, or finish homework. Many times, these repeated instructions turn into arguments. ​Parenting coach Parikshit Jobanputra suggests that the way parents communicate these everyday expectations can make a…

Read More