Lifestyle: News

24 Jun 2018

San Francisco

Long-haul flights gaining preference amongst Indians: Survey

A number of Indian travelers are exploring far-off places, thanks to improved flight connectivity and better prices over a period of time, a survey said.

Yoga helps reduce severity of depression: AIIMS study

Yoga helps reduce the severity of depression by increasing levels of certain chemicals in the brain according to a recent study by AIIMS Delhi.

01 Jun 2018

Fashion Tips

All you need to know about 2018 fashion fads

Nearly half of 2018 is already gone. By now, we know what's the latest fad in fashion, what's working and what's not.

05 Apr 2018

India

What keeps India's oldest yogini healthy and active at 99?

In a world big on commercial yoga fads that change every season, V Nanammal, India's oldest yogini, still swears by the good old pranayamas and asanas.

18 Mar 2018

iPhone

This mobile app can reduce your stroke risk: Here's how

Researchers have developed a new mobile application that can detect atrial fibrillation - a leading cause of stroke - with incredible accuracy, and can timely prevent heart related complications.

04 Mar 2018

Australia

Study reveals AI can predict time of death rather accurately

Researchers at the University of Adelaide, Australia, have developed an AI software which can predict how long a person will live pretty accurately after analyzing photos of the person's organs.

02 Mar 2018

Finland

When are you the most popular? Research says 25

Those in your mid-20s, beware. A study revealed 25 is when you hit "peak friendship". It's all downhill from there.

The dark forces behind a growing addiction to porn

Recently, a 27-year-old Mumbai-based woman has approached the SC claiming her husband's addiction to porn had 'ruined' their marriage, and sought a complete ban on such websites.

01 Mar 2018

Mumbai

Maharashtra to start helpline for women in distress

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women (MSCW) is launching a special counseling helpline on March 8 for women in distress.

26 Feb 2018

Mexico

Meet Juan Pedro Franco, world's fattest man who lost 250kg

World's fattest man, Juan Pedro Franco from Mexico, who weighed 595kg in October 2016 has now lost 250kg.

26 Feb 2018

Tinder

Tinder helping youngsters cheat on their partners: Study

Dating app Tinder, which is supposed to help people form new relationships, is increasingly helping youngsters cheat on their partners, a study claims.

21 Feb 2018

World

Younger siblings help older ones become better people: Study

We know that children with kind older siblings practise empathy better than others since they learn first-hand.

17 Feb 2018

Mumbai

5 things to do in Mumbai this weekend

Bored with your routine of binge-watching television series? Then, make your weekend refreshing by going out with friends, family or just by yourself.

17 Feb 2018

Delhi

5 things to do in Delhi this weekend

Another weekend has just rolled in. And, if you are the one who has no plans yet, then it's about time you plan something.

17 Feb 2018

Tinder

Tinder to let women decide who they want to message

Dating app Tinder is set to introduce a new feature on its platform that will allow only female users to text their matches first.

15 Feb 2018

New Zealand

How much money is enough for happiness? Scientists find out

Scientists have finally found out how much money a year it takes to keep an individual happy.

13 Feb 2018

X

Post massive backlash, Sabyasachi defends his 'saree comment'

Fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, who has been at the receiving end for his statements on saree, has now clarified, "I would take a similar stand on men's national clothing too."

10 Feb 2018

Mumbai

5 things you can do this weekend in Mumbai

The most awaited part of a tiresome week is the weekend, and it's finally here.

10 Feb 2018

Karnataka

5 things you can do this weekend in Bengaluru

People residing in Bengaluru surely consider them lucky enough for living in such a vibrant city that not only has pleasant weather but is also surrounded by many alluring places to spend time during the weekends.

09 Feb 2018

Delhi

5 things you can do this weekend in Delhi

Weekends are the only time one can spend with the loved ones. Be it with family, friends or that favorite office colleague of yours, weekends are a perfect time to rejuvenate.

Legos, video games boost spatial skills in children: Study

Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder and Carleton College in Minnesota have found out that children who play with Legos and certain video games develop better spatial skills than the ones who don't.

30 Jan 2018

Fashion Tips

Zara selling lungi-like skirt for Rs. 6,296 is laughingly ridiculous

It's not new for top fashion brands to experiment with clothing designs inspired from different cultures. But sometimes they go a bit too far.

27 Dec 2017

Virat Kohli

Sri Lankan super fan is Kohli's special guest

Indian captain Virat Kohli tied the knot with his long time partner Anushka Sharma on December 11th.

22 Dec 2017

Mumbai

Mumbai bars/wine shops to run till 5am on Christmas, New-Year

Mumbaikars are set to have a grand festive season this time. The state government has permitted hotels, restaurants, pubs and bars to stay open and serve alcohol till 5am on December 24, 25 and 31.

19 Dec 2017

India

Is Milind Soman getting married to girlfriend Ankita Konwar?

The much-talked-about B-town couple Milind Soman and his long-time beau Ankita Konwar, is likely to tie the knot in 2018, the sources reveal.

13 Dec 2017

Japan

Japanese businessman welcomes death with 'farewell' party

Meera and Jai of 'Love Aaj Kal' taught us how to be happy and celebrate even when you are undergoing a sad experience, like a breakup.

11 Dec 2017

India

Jharkhand village holds kissing contest for married couples

In a country where public display of any sort of romantic affection is frowned upon, a tribal village in Jharkhand organized a kissing contest for married couples.

08 Dec 2017

India

This Engineering graduate is India's first differently-abled model

26-year old, Mahalakshmi Mahadev, could possibly be India's first differently-abled TV model. The Bengaluru-based woman breaks the stigma by featuring in a 44-second advertisement for a textile brand, according to a report by NDTV.

07 Dec 2017

Health & Wellness

7 food items you think are healthy, but aren't

"Healthy eating" is definitely on the rise with more people increasingly preferring so-called "healthy" food items in the market.

22 Nov 2017

Instagram

With $22 million earnings, Kendall Jenner named 2017's highest-paid model

For the first time in 15 years, Gisele Bundchen has lost her top spot on Forbes list of highest-paid models.

09 Sep 2017

Vogue

Weird fashion of 2017: Nordstrom's "muddy" jeans, Topshop's transparent legwear

With much effort and creativity, retailers Topshop and Nordstrom have added two more items to the "weird fashion of 2017" list: while the former released a pair of see-through 'jeans', the latter launched a 'distressed look' pair by caking it with fake mud.

25 Jul 2017

Fashion Tips

Michael Kors buys shoemaker Jimmy Choo for $1.2bn

US retailer Michael Kors has bought luxury shoemaker Jimmy Choo in a deal valued at $1.2 billion.

26 Jun 2017

Haryana

Haryana's Manushi Chhillar crowned Femina Miss India World 2017

Manushi Chhillar from Haryana was judged the 54th Femina Miss India World 2017, followed by first runner-up Sana Dua from J&K and second runner-up Priyanka Kumari from Bihar.

Breaking stereotypes, this 19-year-old model features on Allure

It was a breath of fresh air to see the cover page of 'Allure' magazine. 19-year-old American-Somalian model Halima Aden became the first-ever to don hijab and be featured on cover of top US magazine.

13 Jun 2017

Hollywood

Bromances are here, and with them, happier and healthier men

Many people fighting for feminism seem to be mistaken in their approach: they focus on women, the 'victims', and stand against men, the 'perpetrators'.

09 Jun 2017

Finland

When are you the most popular? Research says 25

Those in your mid-20s, beware. A study revealed 25 is when you hit "peak friendship". It's all downhill from there.

04 Jun 2017

India

CPI(M) suspends MP over "lavish lifestyle"

CPI(M) suspended Rajya Sabha member Ritabrata Banerjee from the party for three months for his "lavish lifestyle".

12 May 2017

Health & Wellness

New drugs boost life expectancy of HIV patients

Youngsters suffering from HIV who are on antiretroviral therapy (ART) now have a near-normal life expectancy due to advancement in treatments, a study in Lancet suggests.

07 May 2017

France

France bans thin fashion models to promote body positivity

Traditionally fashion models have always been shown as impeccable, without any blemishes, sporting a waif-like figure on the ramp or in print campaigns, setting impossible standards.