When Dena Espenscheid answered an advertisement on social media offering a weekend vacation to an unknown destination, her sister warned her she was going to get kidnapped. As it turns out, not only was the offer legit, Espenscheid said she “had a blast.” The West Virginia Division of Tourism arranged the free […]
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Kareena Kapoor Khan gives us style goals in denim and boots at the airport, twins with son Taimur
Kareena Kapoor looked absolutely beautiful this Diwali as she celebrated with husband Saif Ali Khan and son Taimur along with other family members. They were seen in beautifully coordinated traditional outfits and they were truly a vision. Kareena was seen wearing printed navy blue lehenga-choli set and she completed the look with a textured deep turquoise dupatta […]
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Food joints situated near school, residence influence children’s eating habits
In a recent study by researchers at NYU School of Medicine, it has been found that sources of junk food near a school or house influence the eating habits of children. The study was published in the journal, ‘Obesity.’ As measured in city blocks, proximity to fast and convenience food sellers can impact a […]
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Narcissistic people less likely to suffer from depression
Researchers from the Queen’s University Belfast have found that people who have grandiose narcissistic traits were more likely to be “mentally tough”, feel less stressed and also less vulnerable to depression. While narcissism may be viewed by many in society as a negative personality trait, the researchers have revealed that it could […]
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Gifts you can send your family, friends and loved ones so they have an eco-friendly Happy Diwali
Diwali, also known as Divali and Deepavali, is one of the most-loved, celebrated, and awaited occasions in India all year. The festival of lights is celebrated with much pomp and fervor in the country and parts of South-East Asia. An ancient Hindu festival, it commemorates the time when Lord Rama returned to […]
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Now Artificial Intelligence to give you fashion tips
People turn to different sources for tips on clothing – be it magazines to best friends to Instagram – now researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can look at a photo of an outfit and suggest on how to make it more fashionable. “It’s also motivated by a practical […]
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Designer Manish Arora on fashion, trends, his favourite colour, the concept of Tuzki and more
He is one of the most popular Indian names on the global fashion circuit and is known to have brought his quirky and eclectic sense to the runway. From shimmer to sequins, he can also be credited for bringing introducing neons to fashion in an early stage for the eccentric shades. His […]
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Brain strokes not an ‘elderly people’s disease’, hitting those below 45 increasingly
Once an “elderly people’s disease”, brain strokes are now hitting an increasing number of people below the age of 45, neurologists say, primarily holding the perils of modern-day lifestyles and substance abuse responsible for the medical emergency. And ahead of the World Stroke Day on October 29, they are calling […]
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Trinity- Truffles Extraordinaire, the world’s most expensive chocolate
India’s Fabelle Exquisite Chocolates, a luxury chocolate brand, has announced its limited edition chocolate, Trinity- Truffles Extraordinaire, which has entered the Guinness World Records to become ‘the most expensive chocolate’. The Trinity- Truffles Extraordinaire box is priced at £4813 approximately for a kg, and represents the cycle of life. It was unveiled […]
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Dhanteras 2019: Significance, history and important rituals
Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi and Dhanvantari Trayodashi, is the foremost day of the five-day-long Diwali celebrations. It is considered an auspicious day to buy gold jewellery and new utensils. As per the Vikram Samvat Hindu calendar, in the month of Karthik ,the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha, is celebrated as […]
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Getting hitched? Here’s your month-long routine for getting fit for your wedding
Wedding season in India usually falls around December, which is right after we have all stuffed our faces with sweets for months on account of all the festivals like Diwali, Dhanteras and so on. Weddings are a special affair for all, those getting married, and also those whose near and […]
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Blood pressure medication works best when taken at bed time
A new study has revealed that people with high blood pressure who take all their anti-hypertensive medication in one go at bedtime have better-controlled blood pressure and a significantly lower risk of death or illness caused by heart or blood vessel problems as compared to those who take their medication in the morning. The […]
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Here’s why social media not actually linked to teen anxiety, depression
While most of us believe that technostress is caused by social media, a study found that time spent on social media does not directly cause anxiety and depression in teenagers. The amount of time teenagers spend on social networking sites has risen by 62.5 per cent since 2012 and continues to grow. […]
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New discovery can turn plastic trash into treasure
Upcycling low-value plastics into high-quality liquid products will now be possible through a new method that has been developed that improves current recycling methods. The catalytic method serves a one-two punch by removing plastic pollution from the environment and contributing to a circular economy. Northwestern University, Argonne National Laboratory and Ames Laboratory […]
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Rats trained to drive tiny cars find it relaxing
Sometimes life really can be a rat race. US scientists have reported successfully training a group of the rodents to drive tiny cars in exchange for bits of Froot Loops cereal, and found that learning the task lowered their stress levels. Their study not only demonstrates how sophisticated rat brains are, but could one […]