The real reason Stephen Schwarzman gave Oxford £185 million was bigger than academics

The record-breaking gift by Stephen Schwarzman to Oxford goes beyond lectures and libraries. Image credit – Wikimedia The first reaction to Oxford University’s announcement regarding the creation of the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in support of the project by Stephen Schwarzman was an emphasis on its cost – the £185 million donation from the…

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Meghan Markle shares rare glimpse of Princess Lilibet’s fiery red hair in mirror selfie, calls her ‘Mama’s little helper’

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been quite open about their life as parents. The two share two children: Prince Archie, their oldest, and their only daughter, Princess Lilibet. In a recent photo, which went viral, Markle revealed how alike Lilibet and her father are. Meghan Markle shares adorable photo of daughter Lilibet In a…

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How Nike founder Phil Knight’s $2 billion gift is reshaping cancer care in America

Phil and Penny Knight’s $2 billion donation to OHSU’s Knight Cancer Institute exemplifies legacy-changing philanthropy, moving beyond spontaneous “lightning strikes.” Philanthropy, especially that which we see on a large scale, is often seen as one such lightning strike wherein a wealthy philanthropist throws an incredible sum of money into solving a problem somewhere far away,…

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Emraan Hashmi recalls near-stampede situation in Kolkata as ‘Jannat’ turns 18

As ‘Jannat’ completes 18 years, memories surrounding the cult romantic drama remain fresh among fans. Starring Emraan Hashmi and Sonal Chauhan, the 2008 film emerged as one of the most loved romantic thrillers of its time, earning immense popularity for its music, emotional storyline and Emraan’s charismatic performance. Directed by Kunal Deshmukh and backed by…

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5 longest walls on Earth ranked

Ancient stone walls, built for power and security, vary dramatically in scale. While most served as city or military fortifications, the Great Wall of China dwarfs all others, stretching over 21,000 km. As we consider the monuments of the past which have become landmarks within our scenery, few pictures come more vividly to mind than…

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Ray Dalio’s one-line formula for learning faster than your competitors

Professional failures offer crucial lessons, but simply enduring them is insufficient. Ray Dalio’s “Pain + Reflection = Progress” emphasizes systematic reflection over heroic effort. Image Credits: Wikipedia Most of us respond to our professional failures similarly to how we would react to a harsh weather front. We take cover, weather through the storm, and hope…

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