Black pepper, also known as black gold in ancient times due to its medicinal properties and unique flavour, is highly advised in winter for curing cold and cough related ailments. Dr Avik Roy, Golf view healthcare & Research Institute, MBBS, MD, DNB 1, CCEBDM, ccdm, ccgm, ccigc, ccdr, ccgdm, Consultant shares benefits of adding black pepper to your diet. (Pixabay)
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Weight loss: Black pepper can help you lose weight due to its wonderful component piperine that inhibits the formation of new fat cells, and thus aiding in prevention of obesity. (Unsplash)
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Detox: Black pepper can help in detoxing the body. The spice helps enhance the detoxification enzymes and reduces DNA damage. (Freepik)
Prevents cancer: Black pepper can help prevent cancer. Piperine, a major alkaloid constituent of black pepper, has antitumour activities in a variety of cancers.
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Cleanses your intestines and stomach: Piperine in black pepper is known to be a great internal cleanser. Adding this spice to your diet can be good for your digestive health.
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What will the buildings of the future look like? Well, some are already here. Take a look at dramatic structures now open to the public: a ‘mushroom’ that combines art and agriculture; an opera house that lets people saunter along its stepped facade; a floating ‘oasis’ full of classrooms; a mosque with net-zero goals; a church that mirrors a forest. Tucked into each are tips on new ways forward for us all.
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Zendaya poses for photographers upon arrival at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in London, England, Wednesday, July 29, 2026. (Photo by Alberto Pezzali/Invision/AP)
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As Spider-Man: Brand New Day gears up to release in theatres on July 30 in India, Zendaya's spectacular press tour has once again cemented her status as the undisputed queen of method dressing. Working closely with her longtime stylist, Law Roach, the actor served a series of jaw-dropping Spider-Man-inspired looks that blurred the line between couture and character.
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Pearl Academy presented its global icon, Masaba Gupta, for the House of Masaba showcase at India Couture Week 2026. Masaba showcased her latest collection, Chardi Kala, a collection rooted in optimism, resilience, and the vibrant spirit of India.
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Christopher Nolan's epic action drama The Odyssey is all set to hit the screens on July 17. On Tuesday, the cast and crew of the film arrived in New York for the film's grand premiere, dressed in elaborate designer ensembles. Here's a look at who wore what.
