In many East Asian cultures, fatherhood has traditionally been tied to discipline, structure, and responsibility. A father may be less verbally affectionate than some modern parenting ideals suggest, but he is often expected to model self-control, duty, and perseverance. In such homes, love may be expressed through insistence: study harder, behave well, respect elders, stay…
Fruit purees are perhaps the most versatile alternative of all, especially in households that prefer less processed ingredients. Mango, banana, apple and even fig puree can replace part of the sugar in cakes, smoothies and sweets. They add natural sweetness along with texture, making them especially useful in children’s food. Recipe idea: Blend ripe banana…
For the evening event, Alia slipped into an off-shoulder gown that instantly grabbed attention without screaming for it. The dress featured a structured corset-style bodice that hugged perfectly before flowing into a dramatic skirt packed with intricate detailing. What really made the outfit stand out, though, was the rich pattern work. The gown mixed deep…
Our lives have become quite fast-paced, amid work pressure, stress, personal worries, and constant comparison, so our minds rarely get a moment of peace. Some days, our thoughts motivate us, help us stay positive, and push us towards success. But on other days, the same mind fills us with fear, doubt, anger, and overthinking. This…
For many children, memorising and reciting a Sanskrit composition like the Shiv Tandav Stotram would itself require immense dedication and practice. Eight-year-old Om N. from Karnataka’s Sirsi has now earned a place in the International Book of Records after reciting the Shiv Tandav Stotram while performing a wall-supported hands-free Shirshasana – a feat that required…
Figs are healthy, but how they are eaten matters more than many people realise. Soaked dried figs This is one of the simplest and most effective ways to consume them. Soaking dried figs overnight softens the fibre, makes digestion easier, and improves texture. They are often eaten in the morning on an empty stomach or…
Photo: Dasha Takisho/ Instagram Personality tests provide a systematic approach to identifying patterns in thoughts, feelings and behaviour to help people gain a better understanding of themselves and others. Well constructed tests such as trait, typology or projective tests can highlight strengths, blind spots and likely responses under pressure, and can be useful for career…
African proverb of the day (AI-generated image) People have always been drawn to beautiful things. Expensive things too. A polished car. A giant house. Designer clothes. Even funerals, strangely enough, are sometimes turned into displays of wealth and status. In many parts of the world, families spend enormous amounts on elaborate ceremonies, decorated graves, and…
Heartbreak is often treated like an event – something that “happens” and then slowly gets over with time.But for many people, that’s not how it unfolds.Long after the last conversation ends and the digital traces fade, something else begins. Not dramatic. Not visible. But deeply internal. You don’t wake up “healed” one day. You wake…
Love is a universal feeling. And sometimes, it makes us do weird things. One minute you’re a functioning adult, and the next you’re analyzing the punctuation in a three-word text like it’s a Da Vinci code.If you’ve ever looked at your own behaviour in a relationship and thought, “Who is this person?”—don’t worry. It’s usually…