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Singapore is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It is a vibrant city-state with a rich history, culture and cuisine. For those looking for a unique and memorable experience, a Singapore cruise is the perfect way to explore the city and its surroundings.
In the realm of mental health, there are a wide range of conditions that affect the lives of many, and some may even go unnoticed. What may seem like a weird habit in a person may actually be sign of a disorder. One such condition is the compulsive hair pulling also known as trichotillomania. A person suffering from this condition feels a strong urge to pull their hair from the scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows, arms and legs. This may result in hair loss which could be quite distressing for the person. While they understand the consequences of their actions, they cannot get themselves to stop pulling their hair as they get a sense of relief and satisfaction out of it.
Cocaine use is at a record high: Experts at the United Nations estimate that about 22 million people took the drug in 2021. That's more than the population of the US state of New York.
Domestic carrier Akasa Air has commenced its international operations with its inaugural overseas flight departing from Mumbai to Doha, Qatar.
A 33-year-old man is accused of a crime. He is arrested, tortured and dies on a cross. His loved ones, including his mother, are forced to watch his torture, powerless to intervene. The darkest chapter in the history of Christianity is described personally and vividly by a witness, the evangelist John, a close friend of the victim. That is how one could summarize the theme of Johann Sebastian Bach's St. John Passion. The composition, alongside Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, is considered by many to be one of the greatest works of European music ever written.
Ranga Panchami 2024: Every year, Ranga Panchami is observed five days after Holi celebrations. Ranga Panchami is celebrated on Panchami Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Chaitra. This year, Ranga Panchami will be observed on March 30. According to Drik Panchang, the Panchami Tithi will begin at 8:20 PM on March 29 and will end at 9:13 PM on March 30.
From vintage train rides costing almost $4,000 per person to hotel rooms listed at $1,600 a night, businesses in and around majestic Niagara Falls are preparing to cash in on the April 8 total solar eclipse - with around a million visitors expected.
With the auspicious day of Good Friday coming right before a weekend, it is the perfect time to plan a trip and ensure that we make the most of it. Good Friday, for this year, is being celebrated on March 29. It falls right before March 30 and March 31, which are Saturday and Sunday. Hence, this serves us with the perfect chance to plan a weekend getaway.
In the global fight against malnutrition, Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) emerges as a critical challenge linked to severe visual impairments and potentially preventable blindness, particularly among children and pregnant women in low-income countries. As the leading cause of preventable blindness in children, VAD underscores the urgent need for enhanced nutritional programs and awareness to safeguard eye health and general well-being.
Shehnaaz decked up in the white salwar featuring a boat neckline decorated in minimal golden zari details. The salwar featured full sleeves, with minimal zari patterns on the cuffs. She teamed it with matching palazzos with zari details at the ankles. In a stunning white dupatta with intricate golden zari work placed on one shoulder, Shehnaaz posed for the pictures and made us drool.
Pistachio isn't just a healthy addition to your diet but can also make for delightful desserts and delectable snacks. The mildly sweet, nutty and earthy taste of Pista goes with both sweet and savoury preparations. With Gudi Padwa and Navratri celebrations upon us, snacks made with Pistachio can elevate the traditional festive offerings. Whether it's incorporating pistachios in classic sweets or creating innovative savoury snacks, these crunchy and nutritious nuts can add to your festive culinary experience.
There is an age-old saying that one should have breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper in order to stay healthy and keep obesity away. Dieticians and nutritionists have largely been in agreement with the conventional wisdom. Taking a cue from the expert advice you can indulge a bit while eating breakfast in case you have sweet tooth as experts suggest morning is the best time for sugary food. They say no-no to sweets post dinner while consider lunch time only relatively better.
Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent seizures, can be influenced by various triggers hence, recognising these triggers and implementing strategies to manage them is crucial for individuals living with epilepsy to optimise their seizure control and overall quality of life.
The nocebo effect is the negative mirror image of the placebo effect. Imagine a medical trial. One group is given a real medication to treat headaches. The other group gets sugar pills, without an active ingredient. When patients in this second group report an alleviation of their headaches, doctors say the patients are experiencing a placebo effect ― because they thought they were taking painkillers, like the patients in group one, positive thinking led to a positive outcome in their treatment.
Vision is a crucial sense among the five senses we possess but the rise of digital eye strain has worsened eye problems like cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy in today's society, making them major causes of blindness and visual impairment worldwide. It is worth noting that women are more susceptible to developing these eye conditions due to both biological and social factors but prompt treatment can help prevent women from experiencing vision problems or blindness.
Christians across the world observe Good Friday as the day when Jesus Christ died on the cross for humanity so that he could save them from their sins and is observed as a public holiday in various countries including India, Canada, the UK, Germany, Australia, Bermuda, Brazil, Finland, Malta, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore and Sweden among others. For Christians, it is the most sorrowful, sombre and sacred day of the year and is also referred as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday or Easter Friday as the etymology of the term ‘good’ in Good Friday is contested in various circles where some say ‘good’ means holy while others say that it is a modification of ‘God Friday’ but many believe it is an appropriate term since it denotes that Christ suffered and died for his people.