Acne is often thought of as a teenage problem, but the reality is far more nuanced. Adult acne is increasingly common, and widespread myths around its causes and cures can make managing breakouts confusing. Dr Gurveen Waraich, a certified dermatologist specialising in clinical and cosmetic dermatology and skin care, recently addressed these misconceptions in an...
Over the years, Tamil cinema has often transformed the public’s outrage against corruption and injustice into a simplistic trope, the vigilante-hero tentpole. Few films have challenged the incessant glorification of vigilantism on screen as sharply as Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan, released a year ago. The film uses the heroic vigilante figure, embodied by Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan, as a...
American biohacker Dave Aspray recently went on The Iced Coffee Hour Podcast and shared a couple of easy hacks to drastically improve the quality of your sleep. “If you want better sleep, buy some cheap red light LED bulbs. Take another 20 dollars and buy blackout curtains, and you will find your entire life changes,”...
Our fast-paced lives often leave us searching for quick fixes. Even when it comes to skincare, most of us are seeking easy solutions. However, actor Nargis Fakhri doesn’t vouch for such choices. Elaborating on her skincare tips to Soha Ali Khan, the Rockstar actor said, “Everybody wants a quick fix, but there is no quick...
As part of his annual tradition, Superstar Rajinikanth has embarked on a spiritual journey. Recently, he was spotted sitting outside the Mahavatar Babaji caves in Uttarakhand. Dressed simply in a jacket over a shirt and white pants, with a cap and walking stick in hand, the actor appeared calm and contemplative in photos taken by...
A college graduate hailing from Thiruvalla had her life changed overnight 22 years ago when veteran Malayalam director Sathyan Anthikad cast her as the leading lady in Manasinakkare, opposite a senior superstar Jayaram. Since then, there has not been any looking back for the actress who went on to conquer the Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu...
Dude trailer: The trailer of Pradeep Ranganathan’s Diwali release, Dude, was unveiled on Thursday. Staying true to the formula that defined his previous blockbusters Love Today and Dragon, Pradeep appears to once again portray a down-on-his-luck protagonist who’s put through the wringer in his pursuit of love, adventure, and success in Dude. The film follows...
Handwritten prescriptions have traditionally been a staple of medical practice, but when legibility is poor, they can create misunderstandings, and sometimes, grave danger. “There have been real cases in which a patient took the wrong medication or wrong dose simply because the script was illegible,” said Dr Amit Saraf, director, internal medicine, Jupiter Hospital, Thane.One...
We all have numerous questions about the best practices to adopt for good health. One such pertinent query that we came across on Quora was about the right time to check blood sugar. “Should you check your blood sugar right after waking up or 1-2 hours after having breakfast?” So, we decided to ask a...
Vidya Malavade recently revealed that she hasn’t touched a bar of soap in over a decade. The Chak De! India actor follows an unconventional post-shower ritual: stepping out of the water for 30 seconds, repeating an affirmation to wash away “negative energy,” and often skipping soap in favour of plain water, rosewater, or even a...
