Week of August 10, 2025
🧐 Surprising Fact
Suzuki’s “bare-bones” model in India – The STD version of the Maruti Alto K10 is so stripped down that it has no power windows, central locking, radio, power steering, or A/C. Mirrors, door handles, and bumpers are plain black plastic. This extreme simplicity keeps the price under $10,000 – a striking example of cost-focused design for the Indian market.
📖 Interesting Blog Post
How to Enjoy Your Problems – A psychologist from Stanford University explains how changing our relationship with problems can improve our quality of life. Instead of running away from them, making “friends” with problems and seeing them as growth opportunities can be transformative.
🎬 What I Watched
🎧 What I Listened To
Sultans Of Swing – London live performance – Dire Straits’ classic hit sounds even better live. The extended guitar solo at the end is technically flawless and emotionally captivating.
🎮 What I Played
Beyond: Two Souls – Quantic Dream’s story-driven title offers a cinematic, immersive experience. Gamepad support works perfectly, and the plot is engaging from start to finish. My only criticism is that controls can feel sluggish in some scenes. Still, for fans of narrative-driven games, it’s a must-play.