Instagram/@coach_amitkumar So this is one of those ‘zero civic sense’ scenes that makes your blood boil. A seemingly ordinary train journey has triggered a larger conversation about civic responsibility and parenting that shape India’s travel culture. A video is doing rounds on the internet which is shared on Instagram by creator @coach_amitkumar (Amit Kumar). He…
Shah Rukh Khan has spent more than three decades in the spotlight, but one thing that continues to surprise fans is how simple and unconventional his eating habits are. Unlike many celebrities who regularly showcase elaborate meal plans and trendy diets, the Bollywood superstar has often described his approach to food as disciplined, repetitive and…
India is a land of temples; new, old and ancient, each with its own story, history, and timeless spiritual legacy. But ever heard of a temple where Muslims, too, come to offer their prayers and seek blessings? You read that right. Set atop a hill around 50 km from Pune in Maharashtra, there’s a historic…
Amitabh Bachchan’s consistent daily blogging habit, started in 2008, offers significant cognitive benefits. This unbroken routine provides structure for the ageing brain, which is valuable as work routines loosen. Writing about emotions helps lessen their internal impact by calming the brain’s stress response. Keeping the brain curious and active through daily writing maintains mental agility…
There is nothing easier and more effective than adding vegetable peels to the compost bin or pile. Being mixed together with dry leaves, paper, grass and other ingredients, they turn into fertilizer in course of time. This fertilizer will enrich the soil, feed bacteria, and deliver enough organic matter for flowering plants, vegetables, and houseplants….
You don’t need a large backyard to experience these benefits. A balcony with herbs, a few flowering pots near a window, or even caring for indoor plants can introduce many of the same habits that keep the brain engaged. Of course, gardening is not a treatment for dementia or memory loss. It cannot replace medical…
Starting a long anime can feel like a huge commitment, especially when some series have hundreds or even thousands of episodes. But the best long-running anime don’t just stretch their stories for the sake of it. They build unforgettable worlds, introduce characters who grow alongside the audience, and deliver moments that stay with you long…
Although most people tend to throw used aluminium foil in the trash can right after cooking, there are several ways in which gardeners can find practical uses for clean, reusable foil pieces in their gardening projects. Although aluminium foil will never be able to serve as a fertiliser to make plants grow faster, there are…
In the early 1990s, German educators and pediatricians introduced what became known as the Spielzeugfreier Kindergarten, or “Toy-Free Kindergarten.” The initiative asked preschools to temporarily remove conventional toys and allow children to create their own games using open spaces and ordinary materials.According to reports from participating schools, the first few days were difficult. Many children…
People are always looking for the secret to a long and healthy life. While fitness trends and special diets often dominate the conversation, 101-year-old journalist Eileen Lavine believes the answer can also lie in everyday habits. She still works, lives independently, and follows a routine that keeps her mind active and her days meaningful.In an…
Bodie is often known as America’s most famous ghost town. It used to be a thriving gold-mining settlement in California’s Sierra Nevada and in the late 1870s, the town was home to over 10,000 residents. It’s hard to believe but once it was a happy town brimming with hotels, churches and schools. But as soon…
Can you imagine reaching a beach and finding all the beach chairs occupied not by visitors but by sea lions? In most parts of the world, you would ask them to get out of your way, but in the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador, the animals remain and people patiently wait. This is one of the…
