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Quote of the day by Blaise Pascal: 'All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone' and the $100 billion industry built to keep you from doing it

In today's fast-paced world, the age-old human inclination to dodge self-reflection has intensified. Individuals often turn to myriad distractions to avoid confronting uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. This constant quest for entertainment can lead to poor decision-making and decreased well-being. Modern psychological approaches emphasize the importance of fostering moments of stillness…

The Times of India · Aug 7

In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine revealed centuries later in two unknown letters written to Johannes Kepler: How Wilhelm Schickard developed 'calculating clock'?

In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine revealed centuries later in two unknown letters written to Johannes Kepler: How Wilhelm Schickard developed 'calculating clock'?

In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine, known as the calculating clock. Wilhelm Schickard designed it for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Details of the machine were found in letters he wrote to Johannes Kepler. The discovery changed the history of mechanical calculation, although later…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Exclusive: Prediction market startup Pascal raises $9 million to challenge heavyweights Kalshi and Polymarket

Exclusive: Prediction market startup Pascal raises $9 million to challenge heavyweights Kalshi and Polymarket

The New York-based startup raised a Series A led by Union Square Ventures.

Fortune · Jul 16

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Quote of the day by the man who revolutionized probability theory, Blaise Pascal: "The heart has its reasons of which reason knows nothing." - Most influential and inspiring life lessons on love, wisdom, faith, and human nature

The quote of the day by Blaise Pascal reminds us that human life is rarely governed by pure logic. His famous words state that the heart has its reasons of which reason knows absolutely nothing. This profound insight explores the eternal conflict between human emotion and the analytical mind.

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Quote of the Day by French philosopher Blaise Pascal: “The sole cause of man’s unhappiness is that he does not know how to...” — Life lessons on why learning to sit quietly with your own thoughts may be the hidden path to true happiness and inner peace

Quote of the Day by Blaise Pascal: Modern happiness research keeps confirming what Blaise Pascal understood centuries ago. Constant noise, endless scrolling, and digital distraction weaken inner peace. Silence creates mental clarity. Solitude strengthens self-awareness. A quiet room becomes a powerful space for reflection, emotional balance, personal growth, mindfulness, and…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

History of computers: Timeline of key events & technological breakthroughs

The history of computers began with primitive designs in the early 19th century and went on to change the world during the 20th century.

LiveScience · Dec 18, 2025

'National treasure': Christie's suspends sale of Blaise Pascal's 17th century calculating machine

A French court has blocked the export and foreign purchase of a 17th century arithmetic machine invented by Blaise Pascal to help ease the laborious task of calculating taxes.

Euronews · Nov 20, 2025

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Christie’s withdraws rare ‘first calculator’ from auction after French court halts export

Christie’s withdraws rare ‘first calculator’ from auction after French court halts export

Move comes after French scientists issued urgent appeal to prevent La Pascaline from leaving the country

The Guardian - UK · Nov 19, 2025

Don’t fight uncertainty — embrace it

Don’t fight uncertainty — embrace it

In a world of chaos, the only constant is unknowing. We can work with that, not against it

Salon · May 20, 2025

The man behind the Mersenne primes

The man behind the Mersenne primes

On September 3, 1996, the 34th known Mersenne prime – 2^1257787 - 1 – was discovered by mathematicians David Slowinski and Paul Gage. This is the largest Mersenne prime number so far to have been found without the involvement of the Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search, which has been involved…

The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023

Birds are chuffed with my tumble dryer fluff

Birds are chuffed with my tumble dryer fluff

Brief letters: Luxury nest bedding | Ticket office closures | Briefer letters | Feedback fury | The Lord’s Prayer

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023

The Guardian view on Blaise Pascal: a thinker for our times

The Guardian view on Blaise Pascal: a thinker for our times

Editorial: Four hundred years after his birth, one of France’s most celebrated philosophers is still relevant

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9, 2023

400 years ago, philosopher Blaise Pascal was one of the first to grapple with the role of faith in an age of science and reason

400 years ago, philosopher Blaise Pascal was one of the first to grapple with the role of faith in an age of science and reason

In an apostolic letter released on June 19, 2023, Pope Francis praised the “brilliant and inquisitive mind” of the influential French philosopher Blaise Pascal, born on that date 400 years ago.

The Conversation · Jul 3, 2023

Beyond beliefs: does religious faith lead to a happier, healthier life?

Beyond beliefs: does religious faith lead to a happier, healthier life?

The stress-reducing, life-extending benefits of religion can offer useful strategies even for non-believers, say scientists

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2022

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