For termite problems in larger spaces or for those that are everywhere or hard to reach, calling professionals is usually the smartest and safest way to win. Here’s when to get expert help: Big or tricky infestations: If termites are chowing down on your home’s beams, walls, or scattered all over, pros get spaces cleaned…
Gen Z officially seems done with staring at screens for 11 hours a day pretending it counts as relaxation. Instead, 2026 is becoming the year of hobby-maxxing, a lifestyle trend where people are swapping passive scrolling for packed calendars filled with pottery classes, baking experiments, gardening sessions, Pilates, knitting and literally anything that involves touching…
15 to 20 grams per serving Greek yogurt has become popular for good reason. It is thicker than regular yogurt and much richer in protein, with many plain 170-gram servings offering about 15 to 20 grams. It also brings calcium for bones and probiotics that may support gut health. The key is to choose unsweetened…
Dipika Pallikal, the Indian squash icon, has long been the most influential face in Indian sport. A Chennai-based athlete, Pallikal is the first Indian woman to break into the top 10 of the Professional Squash Association (PSA) world rankings in 2012. She also earned the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2012 and the Padma Shri in…
Praise can be selective. It usually arrives after a good grade, a neat drawing, a polite response, or a helpful act. Love, however, should not depend on performance. Children need to know that they are loved not only when they shine, but also when they struggle, fail, irritate, or disappoint. Unconditional love does not mean…
‘There is only one sadness if…’: UPSC rank-holder Abhishek Chauhan, uncle of cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi, on family, values and success secret It seems Vaibhav Suryavanshi isn’t the only champion in the family. The under-19 cricketer’s maternal uncle, Abhishek Chauhan has also reached great heights. Abhishek cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 with an impressive…
At first, sweet potatoes and white potatoes seem almost identical in calories and carbohydrates. But once their nutrient profile is examined closely, the differences begin to show. Sweet potatoes stand out because of their rich antioxidant content and high vitamin A levels. Their orange, purple, or reddish flesh comes from compounds like beta-carotene and anthocyanins,…
If someone still wishes to include ACV in their routine, moderation is critical. “For most healthy adults, however, it’s generally quite simple: 1 to 2 teaspoons, well diluted, in a large glass of water,” says Lavleen Kaur. Anshul Singh, Team Lead, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics Department at Artemis Hospitals, echoes the same advice. “To drink…
Being good at studies requires focus and discipline, but smart habits help lead the way. When children learn healthy study habits early in life, they are often able to understand concepts better, stay organised, and feel less stressed while learning. Good study habits do not require any extraordinary efforts, instead small and consistent daily rituals…
Korean proverb of the day (AI-generated image) In modern life, people are often busy with great achievements and quick success. Some people want to see quick results in their career, financial goals, health and fitness, or in learning new skills. If you’re slow to progress, you can lose motivation. This can lead to frustration or…