Lifestyle
The Mindy Project Gets Some Added Spice
Mindy knows the spice is right and her show is about to get some extra flavour. The Mindy Project is to star not one, not two, but three new South Asian faces! Filming for Season 4 of the show began yesterday and we couldn't be more thrilled. Mindy tweeted:
When I Had To Admit My Father To A Senior Care Home
This is the first installation of a two-part series on the sensitive issue of elderly care. Blogger Farhan Dhalla shares his personal story examining the cultural expecations, the medical needs required and trying to find the balance between the two. When we first got the news that my father had cancer I remember
Half A Million Participate In Deepak Chopra's Online Meditation Summit
Meditate to reconnect with what matters, says Deepak Chopra. Few initiatives light up people’s interests — irrespective of their backgrounds — with as much intensity as does the quest for a meaningful life that’s well lived. Naturally then, when the new-age spiritual guru and founder of The Chopra Centre, Deepak Chopra, offered a free onli
Racist Rant On Calgary Cabbie Leads To Man Getting Fired
Earlier this week, a video surfaced of a man unleashing racial slurs against Calgary cab driver Sardar Qayyum. Global News identified the man as Chad Pasloski, who was using a cab to get home from a company event. Qayyum had filed a complaint with Calgary police after the verbal assault, but charges were not pressed. Following the airing of the video, police have reopened the case and Pas
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Twinkle Makes A Comeback
You may all know Twinkle Khanna as the Bollywood actress of yesteryear — but have you met Mrs Funnybones? Twinkle is not just the has-been wife of the successful star Akshay Kumar. This busy bee is a mother of two, the founder and co-chief executive officer ...
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Rediscover The Incredible Healing Powers Of Turmeric
It's time to tap into Turmeric's incredible healing powers! Turmeric, the culinary spice that spans cultures, can be traced thousands of years back to originating in India where it was used in ancient Indian medicine known as Ayurveda. This ...
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How To Stay On Budget When Travelling
Travelling can really hit your bank account hard. Here are a few tips so you can enjoy your vacay without counting every penny along the way. People often only do research to find the cheapest flights and hotels but go on a spend ...
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The Menstrual Man: An Outcast To Indian Society
Arunachalam Muruganantham is the Menstrual Man, whose actions have brought the menstrual cycle and the limited access to hygiene products in India into the limelight. In 1998, Arunachalam Muruganantham noticed that his wife was using a dirty rag during her period. He ...
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Shamina Singh Assigned Key Post By Obama
Obama names Indian-American Shamina Singh as part of the Board of Directors of the Corporation of National and Community Service. It's always great to see someone from our own community moving up the ranks and giving our South Asian community visibility in important organizat ...
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A Camping Newbie? We've Got The Perfect Tips For Your First Camping Experience
Summer means spending time with friends around a campfire, sharing stories, singing, roasting marshmallows and making memories. All you need to make that happen is a tent, some food and water. Right? No! Don’t underestimate prepping for a camping trip. Here are some tips that will help ...
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Satnam Singh: From Ballo Ke To The NBA
Dubbed as the NBA Draft’s most fascinating prospect, Satnam Singh is a force to be reckoned with. He stands at 7’2” and weighs 290 pounds. Singh has made history by becoming the first Indian national to be drafted into the NBA. He’s set t ...
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DIY Home: Plant Lovers Unite! How To Create Your Own Terrarium
Summer is all about greens and gardening. But if you haven’t been blessed with a green thumb and a knack to keep plants alive, a terrarium is a great alternative that’s easy to create on your own. 1. Start with a clear glass bowl or jar. Look for one with ...
