Meet your tipsy alter ego

What decides if you'll get aggressive or weepy after a round at the bar tonight?If Joshua Gowin asks you out for a drink, be sure he's going to analyse your behaviour after every beer. A researcher with the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism...

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5 home decorating styles

Here are some of the common home decorating styles and what they entailTraditionalIn this style, the user goes for a look that's classic, elegant and formal. One will find a lot of traditional styled decor and furniture — dark polished woods, curves,...

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Indians are champs of reading!

A recent study puts India at the top of the heap as far as reading is concerned.The average Indian is spending more that 10 hours reading books per week, so says a survey that puts India on top in comparison with other countries like China and the US;...

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Restaurant review: Toss Sports Lounge

The old bar in the ZK's complex situated on the second floor on the main Lulla Nagar road has recently metamorphorsised into a trendy sports bar called Toss.Given Zaheer Khan's involvement, I suppose this is an obvious move and I don't know what took...

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Count the calories in your favourite cola

140 calories in a can of cola, says a new ad. How many in your favourite food?Admit it, yesterday as the hot, humid pre-monsoon sun soaked the energy out of your body, you reached out for a can of cola. Thirst quenching with an added short burst of energy....

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10 tips to impress your boyfriend's parents

He has popped the question, and you are seeking mom and dad's approval. Here's how to make a big impressionDress appropriatelyFirst impression may not be the last, but it does leave a lasting image. Reserve those sexy clothes for dates, and go for something...

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Fashion gets a textile makeover

Whether it's turning stiff linen into a fluid sari or fashioning western wear from a quintessentially Indian sari fabric, designers are now experimenting with textiles Coaxing a fabric into a design that is alien to it isn't easy. But creative minds...

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Ladies! Postpone motherhood to live long!

Career women who postpone motherhood have reason to cheer as researchers have found that women who have babies later in life are likely to live longer.Older maternal age at birth of the last child is linked with greater odds for surviving to an unusually...

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A method to detect oral cancers

Researchers, led by Indian origin scientist Ravindra Uppaluri, from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found a way to predict the aggressiveness of oral tumours in people.The discovery would soon lead to an easily available diagnostic...

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Top 5 hidden benefits of spicy foods

Everyone loves a little spice now and then in their meals. Not only does it thrill the taste buds, but also makes food more palatable.But the fun of eating it apart, there are health benefits of tucking into food that might make you cry. Here are some...

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The hottest manicures this season

A blissful session of manicure not only uplifts your spirits instantly but the finishing touch of a trendy nail polish is a sure-shot route to instant gratification. Here are some of the season's uber-luxe and personalised manicure therapies and on-trend...

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Recipe: Pudina Paneer

It is a healthy dishIngredients:Four tbsp oil, three sliced onions, quarter tsp haldi, two tomatoes, three-fourth tsp chilli powder, 300 gram malai paneer, quarter cup dried Pudina, three-fourth tsp garam masala.Method:Heat oil and fry the onions, add...

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How to win a guy in 7 days

Are you vying for the attention of your college hottie or that handsome suit-clad gentleman at work or the guy you often bump into at your favourite coffee shop? Have you already started imagining a rosy future with him but don't know to approach him.We...

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This summer, make a cold soup

Considered to be a wholesome meal by itself, chilled gazpachos and cucumber broths are perfect for the sweltering heatCan't bear the thought of a hot bowl of what used to be your favourite soup? Don't banish your foodie desire yet, for the answer might...

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Want sexy feet in summers?

Yes, feet have a lingo of their own.And yes, it is possible for them to don a real haute and sexy avatar, provided you are ready to indulge this highly neglected part of your body! In case, you are ready to make some efforts, here's how you can go about...

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9 essentials for a home gym

Fancy a happening home gym but don't have the dough to finance it? Here are a few basics that can get you going onFancy a happening home gym but don't have the dough to finance it? Not everyone has the kind of budget a fancy home gym needs but that doesn't...

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Signs you are ready for marriage

Marriage is a huge decision and it's best to think things through before you take the major step. It's one relationship that changes your life forever. Here are ways you can find out whether you are ready to make this big decision in your life.You've...

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Workplaces: Is it a man's world?

Palak Bhatia discusses the dynamics of workplaces with a male majority and the need for a balanced gender ratioOrganisations today recognise the importance of diversification of their workforces. Be it age, race, religion or geography, companies today...

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Soccer offers for Delhi’s footie foodies

It is no secret that once every four years, football fans eat, breathe and live football, and to cater to this obsession, restaurants across the city are offering various discounts to football fans that make watching the games even more fun.Sleep schedules...

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What to eat during monsoons

Here is a look at what one should eat and not eat in the rainy seasonWith the rains just around the corner, one needs to eat healthy food so as to avoid falling sick in monsoons. It is important to have a perfectly healthy body and for that, one needs...

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Mills and Boon editor's fav 'steamy lines' revealed

Researchers have found a tattered notebook which reveals the most favourite lines picked out by the editors of Mills and Boon from their steamy romance novels.The hardback book, which found in the archive acquired by the University of Reading in 2011...

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Drink recipe: Peanut butter banana shake

One of the simplest and scrumptious cooler. It's something you can make everyday through the summers.We all love a cold milk shake don't we? So why not try something different?The sweet delicious creamy rich texture of the Peanut butter-Banana shake...

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Sleep like a baby with these tips

In today's world, when there is so much stress and people are hard-pressed for time, there isn't enough time to relax. Hence, sleeping disorders are commonplace.Like a balanced diet and exercise are important to stay healthy, sleep ensures that your...

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Reasons to get a pet home

I've always had pets in my house and for me a house without a pet is somehow incomplete. To be honest it's surprising just how much that little fur or feather ball can give you.Animals are beautiful creatures from outside as well as on the inside. Their...

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5 Never-to-be-said things during a fight

Every couple argues once in a while, but look out for these words that will turn your spat bitter. Here are the five phrases you should completely avoid from using during a fightAny committed relationship goes through ups and downs and is full of good...

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Essential ingredients in Chinese cuisine

Letting the gourmet inside you experiment in the kitchen with these ingredients for Chinese cookingAre you throwing a party for your friends or just trying your hand at some Chinese cooking at home? Well, if you are, here are some ingredients that you...

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Cherish your women friends

Friendships between women are special and it often acts as a stress buster.A landmark UCLA recent study suggests that friendships between women are special. They shape who we are and who we will be in the journey of life. They soothe our ever conflict...

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Time to go shopping on social networks

Online splurging just got more exciting, trendy and transparentWith online shopping now becoming a part of our lives, there are several sites online that now cater to specific needs of a buyer. Clothing, accessories, electronics, crockery -you name it's...

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11 Signs you're melting her heart

It is often said that figuring out women is close to impossible. All their signs are obvious yet unbelievably subtle. So, how do you know if she's into you? Here are 11 signs to tell if that girl who melts your heart feels the same way about you...1....

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8 Top reasons why men cheat

There are reasons galore why men pull wool over the eyes of their wives. Oftentimes, it's out of spite and neglect, while the other times, it's because they feel they will never be caught.What makes men cheat? Dr Kamal Khurana, relationship counselor,...

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Football, cricket and other stories

As soccer fever soars globally, the IANS bookshelf brings to its readers football's essential guide, inside stories of junior premier league and a few easy reads. Take a look.1. Book: The Football Fanatic's Essential Guide; Author: Novy Kapadia; Publisher:...

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5 easy ways to organize your wardrobe

Getting organized is one basic step to maintaining your wardrobe perfect.So, you always land in that proverbial mess when you discover at the end of every weekend when you find complete chaos inside your wardrobe and you can't find your favoutire shirt...

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No health risk from cell phone radiation

Radiations emitted by mobile phones and towers do not cause any health hazard, experts said here Thursday.Myths without any reasonable scientific basis have been floated by people with vested business interests that electromagnetic field emissions (EMF)...

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Things men don’t want from their women

Women, here's deciphering what your man usually doesn't tell you, but he certainly doesn't like you doing these things.Hour long phone conversations: The hour-long conversations were fun when your relationship was new and it was all kosher. But that...

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5 healthy reasons to eat mangoes

Health benefits of mangoesAids digestion: Mangoes contain several enzymes that help in breaking down protein. This is the reason people eat mangoes after a hearty meal. The fibrous content of the fruit along with vitamins, minerals and probiotic dietary...

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Be scorching hot at parties this summer

With Mumbai summer refusing to bow out, we are left to deal with a rather long stint of heat and humidity.But are you letting it affect your social life, or rather, 'look'? Here are a few tips to keep in mind when stepping out for a party this summer...Keep...

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