Maintaining hygiene in the household is critical for ensuring the health of all its inhabitants. However, one thing that many tend to overlook is the optimal timing for cleaning the household facilities, including bathrooms. While choosing the most appropriate time to start cleaning is a challenge that requires taking into account some peculiarities of your…
When the world watches Lionel Messi, it sees goals, trophies and records. But away from packed stadiums and flashing cameras, the Argentine football legend is simply a father to three boys: Thiago, Mateo and Ciro. Despite being one of the most recognised athletes on the planet, Messi has often described his home life as “very…
“Why do I have to sleep at 9?” “But why can’t I wear this?” “How do you know that’s true?” “I don’t agree.” If you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard some version of these questions almost daily. And if you’re being honest, you’ve likely answered at least one of them with, “Because I said so.”…
Image Credit: Facebook/ @Old History Pictures Long before electricity and supermarkets, frontier families depended on a small set of sturdy, practical items to get by. Every object in a pioneer cabin had a job to do – cooking, mending, farming, or protecting the household, and nothing was kept just for looks. With towns often far…
Jungle safaris are meant only for the responsible tourists. For those who don’t believe in following rules or discipline, safaris should not be on their bucket list because the first lesson every safari guide tells is simple: the rules must be followed. Whether you’re exploring India’s Jim Corbett or America’s Yellowstone or Africa’s savannahs, park…
Children who hear, “I loved how patiently you kept trying,” often become braver than those who hear only, “You’re so smart.” When effort is celebrated, children become less afraid of getting things wrong. They learn that confidence isn’t about being perfect. It’s about believing they can keep going, even when something feels difficult. Independent children…
Walk into any Indian kitchen and you’ll probably find more than one kind of flour sitting on the shelf. While wheat remains the everyday favourite, millets, gram flour and rice flour have been part of regional cuisines for centuries. Today, as more people pay attention to nutrition, these traditional flours are making a comeback and…
Every parent has heard it at least once. “I’m bored.” And usually, the response is the same. Someone hands over a phone. A cartoon is switched on. A tablet appears. Within seconds, the complaint is gone. But what if boredom isn’t the problem? What if it’s actually something children need more of?That’s the idea tennis…
Fashion moves fast. Trends come and go almost every week, and red carpets often end up looking like everyone worked from the same mood board. Dimple has somehow stayed outside that cycle. She dresses for herself, not for social media. She repeats hairstyles she loves, chooses silhouettes that suit her and lets Indian craftsmanship take…
Clean windows and mirrors reflect the interior beauty of the house, and there is nothing better than crystal-clear glass in a room. However, achieving a streak-free effect is far from an easy task. It seems impossible to get rid of smudges, lint, and other types of residues left after cleaning. Fortunately, getting streak-free glass does…
While Mumbai is known for several historic architecture and modern buildings, for this Norwegian national named Lasse Lund, the city represents something far unbearable. Living in Mumbai, his childhood was spent surviving alone after he says he was abandoned by his parents at a tender age of 10 during a family vacation to India. The…
Every relationship faces disagreements and problems, but often they are formed by small everyday habits rather than large dramatic arguments. Most of these habits start innocently and can pass unnoticed for many months or even years. However, in the end, they affect trust, emotional connection, and communication. Partnership experts usually pay a lot of attention…
Kate’s relationship with Wimbledon goes well beyond what she wears. Since taking over as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in 2016, she has become one of the tournament’s most familiar faces. Whether she’s presenting trophies, chatting with players or meeting volunteers behind the scenes, her presence has become an expected…
While the kitchen is usually perceived as the heart of any home, it is quite likely to become the place with a great number of bacteria accumulated there. Although most homeowners clean dishes and countertops, there are many commonly used kitchen utensils that need to be regularly cleaned. The combination of moisture, bacteria, and food…
Every parent hopes their child never experiences bullying, and ideally, no child should go through such a situation. However bullying remains a reality many children face. Be it hurtful comments, unkind words in the playground or exclusion from a group, many children get picked on. For generations, parents used to advise their children to “just…
If you thought only booking private jets and yachts were possible, you need to read this. Because you can actually book an entire train for your group travel! Thanks to Indian Railways own version of luxury group travel which has been around for years but not many are well aware of this service. Through the…
When a couple is trying for a baby, the conversation usually revolves around reducing stress, sleeping and eating well or taking prenatal vitamins. Between all these conversations, oral hygiene rarely makes it to the list. However, the surprising part is that it should. A growing body of research shows the health of your gums may…
What was meant to be a memorable island vacation turned into a nightmare for Indian travellers abroad. A tragedy hit on July 11 when a tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members capsized shortly after departing from May Rut Island, a small tropical island off Vietnam’s famous Phu Quoc Island. As…
Mr. Beast, the over-the-top YouTuber, stunned his massive fanbase with an X post announcing an update to his marital status. The 28-year-old has intrigued the crowd regarding whether he and his fiancée, Thea Booysen, will finally walk down the aisle. The couple previously made headlines with their unprecedented announcement during Christmas 2024 – and now,…
When global travellers think of India, they often imagine ancient temples, old palaces and forts, mountains, and beaches. However, there is another fascinating way to explore the country through its richest districts; places that drive India’s economy while offering world-class cuisine, grand heritage, vibrant nightlife, and culture. In 2026, districts such as Hyderabad’s Rangareddy, and…
