LIFESTYLE

Island hopping in Seychelles
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Seychelles is inhabited by a unique ecosystem above and below its waters. Home to a range of lush rainforests and 250 bird and 2000 plant species. Seychelles' wildlife is as enchanting as its beaches. The nation's national bird, the black parrot, is also the rarest avian on the planet. This rare species can be spotted by those with a keen eye while exploring the Vallee de Mai Natural Reserve.
The thought of freedom through the lens of youngsters
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The fact, however, remains that as independent India turns 74 this year, much has changed about the concept of freedom since 1947, especially for the younger generation. With young gen, we refer to individuals who understood the true sense of freedom and found a purpose to achieve major life milestones at an early age, the real torchbearers of young and vibrant India.
Keep your teen from smoking
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To prevent your kids from getting into this lifetime addiction, here's what can help: For kids, it starts as fun, becomes a habit and later an addiction. There are various trigger points like peer pressure which relate smoking to maturity and independence or just the urge to try out new things in life. Discuss with your children about smoking in a friendly way.
Shalmali launches merchandise line on Independence Day
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This year on Independence Day, Shalmali celebrated by launching her merchandise line revolving around the concept of diversity and acceptance. Talking about the merchandise launch, Shalmali said: "I've always wanted to take my music beyond the notes and words into tangible goods. As such I've wanted to tie in my musical personality with my merchandise."
Organ donation: There is urgent need for social awareness in India
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When alive, a person can save at least one life by donating his organs, whereas a brain-dead patient can give a gift of life to at least three-eight people. Organ donation is the process of retrieving or procuring an organ legally with the intention of being able to medically help someone in need. Consent is given either by the donor while they're still alive or after death by their next of kin.
Astro Zindagi - Weekly Horoscope (August 16 - August 22)
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Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for August 16 - August 22. Following are the insights on how the week will unfold for all zodiac signs.
Nutrition and protein plays a substantial role in kids' health
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A well balanced and nutritious diet plays an essential role in the holistic development of a child. The tiny toddlers tend to be highly selective when it comes to food which might miss out on the crucial components of their nutritious needs. It is therefore very important to ensure a substantial intake of nutrients for a child's proper growth and development which further can be provided with desirable milk powders or supplements.
Why lingerie can be a game-changer in your romantic life
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After a while, couples do try a variety of things to reignite the passion among themselves, and how about getting a hot pair of lingerie to get him all excited. Here's a closer look to know the reasons why lingerie can make your man desire you more. The report is based on a survey conducted by Groversons Paris Beauty among 25,000 of its female buyers from Metropolitan cities like Mumbai, New Delhi-NCR, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune and Bengaluru.
65% Indian daters choose freedom over money: Report
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OkCupid asked its users what they find most liberating, and data collected based on users' responses to in-app questions suggests that 39 per cent of users find financial freedom to be the most liberating, closely followed by 'Travel' (30 per cent), 'Sexuality' (22 per cent) and 'Art' (9 per cent).
Social media 'likes,' 'shares' can amplify moral outrage: Study
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The study, published in the journal Science Advances, found that users who received more "likes" and "retweets" when they expressed outrage in a tweet were more likely to express outrage in later posts. "This is the first evidence that some people learn to express more outrage over time because they are rewarded by the basic design of social media," said researcher William Brady from Yale University.
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