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How do you handle situations when your teenager disagrees or argues with you?

Teenagers have their own views about things and it becomes difficult to convince them because their opinions are often guided by external aspects. How should parents in that case deal with them?

May 4, 2026 | 13:48

GK Fact of the Day: 7 carnivorous plants that trap and eat insects

Plants are usually seen as calm, life-giving organisms that rely on sunlight, water and soil to grow. They form the base of most ecosystems and are often associated with nourishment and greenery. However there are exceptions among plants. Let's take a look:

May 4, 2026 | 13:00

5 truths of life parents must teach children before reality does

Raising children isn’t just about teaching them discipline or helping them score well to achieve a good career. The lessons a parent must teach go beyond routines because the real-world isn’t very kind sometimes. As parents, it’s natural to want to protect children from discomfort. But shielding them from every difficult emotion or situation may leave them unprepared for reality. It’s important to make children understand that life won’t always go their way. Preparing a child for the real world doesn’t mean taking away their innocence, instead it’s about giving them tools to protect it. Here are 5 real-world lessons parents should teach their children: Not everyone will like you, and that’s okayOne of the earliest emotional challenges children face is the need to be liked and accepted by everyone around them. Some even begin to measure their worth based on how others perceive them. This can quietly lead to self-doubt, anxiety, and a constant urge to please.It’s important for parents to normalise the idea that not everyone will like them, and that’s perfectly okay.