Why is making new friends more difficult as we grow older?
The game has changed, and it’s not you – it’s time. Or, more accurately, the lack of it.
8m ago
‘European lives matter’: Ukraine coverage reveals Western media’s racist bias
“But this isn’t a place, with all due respect, like Iraq or Afghanistan, that has seen conflict raging for decades. This is a relatively civilized, relatively European -- I have to choose those words carefully, too -- city, one where you wouldn’t expect that, or hope that it’s going to happen.”
2y ago
For Bangladesh, Kishwar has already won
Kishwar Chowdhury, the Aussie home cook of Bangladeshi origin, didn’t win the MasterChef Australia title. She placed third. But for us, Bangladeshis who have been closely following her rise and rise on arguably the most popular reality show on food, Kishwar has already won.
3y ago
Forks over knives
Remember Galileo's story? In early 1600s, the scientist argued that ours is a sun-centred solar system and not an earth-centred one.
6y ago
A global menace that spares no one
The world is seeing a rise of authoritarianism—in the form of populist regimes—threatening all those who defend social justice across countries and continents.
6y ago
Silence of the strings
Music was not just a passion to the self-taught guitarist, it was his sole profession, and fortune did not let him down either. The word “legend” is generously used to refer to celebrities nowadays but Ayub Bachchu was and remains a legend in the truest sense.
6y ago
Blend in or stand out?
Ever wondered why the Scandinavian countries—Denmark, Norway and Sweden—top the World Happiness Report year after year? No? Well, I have. You kind of have to when your country stands 115th on this year's list.
6y ago
Sympathy for a monster
I remember reading the story of Medusa when I was a child. It was a child-friendly, uncomplicated, good vs evil story.
6y ago
May 28, 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road
If, like me, you too are over the super humans/aliens fighting epic CGI battles and need a break, “Mad Max: Fury Road” is THE movie you should watch. The last Mad Max film was released 30 years ago. For The Road Warrior's (likely) dwindling fanbase, it has been a long wait; long but rewarding.
February 17, 2015
What type are you?
One of the terms I LOATHE is 'cookie-cutter'. We're all unique snowflakes. Then why should our workout routines be the same?
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