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STAY AWARE, NOT ALARMED
As a community medicine specialist, I have seen firsthand how communities respond to health threats—sometimes with courage, other times with anxiety. In the past few weeks, we’ve begun noticing a subtle but real uptick in COVID-19 cases both globally and here in India. It’s important...
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WHY CHOOSE YOGA? FOR LONG-TERM HEALTH
In a world of constantly changing fitness trends, yoga has stood the test of time as a practice that helps one go deeper and cultivate a sense of peace and calm. On 21st June every year, we celebrate this very special practice that has stayed...
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GREY DIVORCE WHY IS IT ON THE RISE
Ravi and Lakshmi had been married for 32 years. They raised children, built a life together, and supported each other through many seasons of life. But once the children moved out and retirement drew closer, the silence between them became louder. Their conversations dwindled, their...
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SOUTHERN SCREEN STROM
Every now and then a talent so subtly captivating that it stays in the hearts of viewers long after the credits have rolled appears in the kaleidoscope world of Tollywood films. Sushmitha Ravi, better known as Kushee Ravi, is one such name that has been...
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FIVE OFFBEAT EXPERIENCES IN PHILADELPHIA
Indulge in Unique Art at Magic Gardens Immerse yourself in a glittering garden of mosaics at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens on South Street that celebrate creativity and storytelling through a unique perspective on art. This three-block museum/installation is a mesmerising maze covered with mosaics. Half indoor...
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EXECUTIVE EVENINGS AT SUNSET GRILL, THE WESTIN CHENNAI VELACHERY
Step into a world of elevated dining with “Executive Evenings” at Sunset Grill, by The Westin Chennai Velachery. Designed with corporate leaders and business professionals in mind, this exclusive dining experience redefines after-hours networking with a focus on gourmet cuisine, sophisticated ambiance, and elevated conversation....
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ONE TRIP, TWO CELEBRATIONS
Enjoy a Long Weekend Getaway with an Exclusive ‘Book 2 nights, Stay for 3’ Offer This August, Timbertales Luxury Resort invites you to escape to the lush landscapes of Coorg for a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings together two special occasions, Independence Day and Friendship Day....
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INVISIBLE DEPRESSION
“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also hard to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden: it is easier to say “My tooth is aching” than to say “My heart is broken” ―...
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DIGITAL REFUGEES
It was one of those dry, blistering June mornings in Chennai — the kind where the heat clings to your skin even in the shade, and the trees stand stunned into silence. The pavement outside a tea stall near Royapettah shimmered with that familiar summer...
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MASTERING THE ART OF LOUISIANA COOKING
Cajun Versus Creole – History and Culture While Cajun and Creole traditions may exist in the same dish, do not be fooled: these two words describe completely different cultures. True Cajun food is resourceful. Creative by nature, it wastes nothing and amplifies everything. It is well-seasoned...
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