Narrow garden beds often become chaotic due to plant overgrowth. The key to success lies in selecting plants with vertical growth habits and considering their mature size. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons There is a special frustration with the narrow garden bed. It may be the narrow stretch of soil between your front pathway and the…
Transforming a functional rain garden from a “swampy” eyesore into a stunning landscape feature is achievable. Experts emphasise strategic design, focusing on plant zonation, structural elements like shrubs, and a clear physical boundary. Image credit: Wikimedia Commons To many homeowners, the phrase “rain garden” evokes the image of a wet and buggy ditch or a…
Alia Bhatt captivated at Cannes 2026 with a dreamy, modern princess-inspired ball gown. The pastel creation, featuring delicate details and a soft silhouette, offered a refreshing departure from typical dramatic couture. This elegant look, a stark contrast to her sharp airport style, highlights Alia’s versatile fashion choices, sparking widespread admiration and anticipation for her subsequent…
The iconic Les Marches staircase at Cannes’ Palais des Festivals, built in 1982, has become a symbol of glamour and cinema. Its 24 steps are where stars step into the spotlight, creating memorable moments and embodying the festival’s long history and enduring appeal for film enthusiasts worldwide. At Cannes, the red carpet is only part…
One of the most common explanations for geophagy is deficiency. The body may crave minerals, especially iron or calcium, and respond in ways that seem unusual. Scientists have not fully settled the question, but there is a long-standing link between dirt-eating and anemia, pregnancy, and nutritional stress. In some cases, people who eat clay may…
We’ve all heard the cliché that “it’s easy to hate but hard to love.” It sounds deep on a coffee mug, but let’s be honest—it’s not exactly a mantra for winning at life. If you want a reality check on why things go sideways, we have to look back a couple of thousand years to…
The balcony is finished with premium Italian marble, from where one can enjoy sweeping views of the city. Inside, the home has open-plan living areas exhibiting modern decor and subtle lighting. No flashy interiors or extravagant detailing. The house focuses more on comfort and functionality. The interiors are dominated by shades of white, beige and…
Flamingos have painted Mumbai’s wetlands in shades of flushed pink. While the industrial capital has a dense skyline, something more interesting about the city recently, is a sea of fluttering pink feathers against mangrove greens and shimmering mudflats.Like every year, this time also hundreds of greater and lesser flamingos have arrived in the city’s wetlands…
“Independent thinkers” aren’t simply the people who do their own thing. They are individuals who can question, analyse, solve problems, and trust their own judgements. When children build this foundation from an early age, they get to learn the most valuable of life skills. What parents should know is that independent thinking is built at…
Spotting those quick, shiny bugs swarming across your bathroom floor at night or inside your wardrobes and trunks? You’re probably dealing with silverfish, harmless but annoying invaders usually found making themselves at home in damp corners. These ancient-looking insects have been around longer than dinosaurs, munching on things like glue, paper, and crumbs without biting…