The Times of India

Millie Bobby Brown has fully embraced her new role as a mother alongside her husband Jake Bongiovi, adopting a daughter in 2025 and a son in 2026. In the UNICEF 'My Parenting Journey' series, Brown provides valuable parenting advice. She shares her belief in the necessity of continuous growth and establishing balanced expectations for daughters while stressing the need for support.

Ranbir Kapoor arrived at the Ramayana pre-release event in Hyderabad looking sharp in a navy-blue bandhgala. But while his outfit caught plenty of attention, it was the watch on his wrist that got people talking. The actor was wearing a limited-edition Jacob & Co. timepiece reportedly worth ₹35.88 lakh.

Brittany Lafave and Ryan Webb transformed their one-acre Virginia backyard into a haven for wildlife, focusing on native plants and allowing wild areas to flourish. Over six months, they undertook several small projects, investing approximately $900. Their dedication has attracted butterflies, hummingbirds, and other local wildlife, serving as a delightful inspiration for others looking to create…

An Indian student experienced a stark contrast in examination practices after relocating to the United States. Unlike the structured environment in India, they encountered open-book exams devoid of invigilators. This departure sparked discussions on how academic pressure and integrity vary across cultures. While some American students emphasized that not every exam embodies such leniency, the dis…

If your morning coffee has started tasting a bit flat, bitter or just “off”, the beans may not be the problem. Your coffee maker could be. Every brew leaves behind tiny coffee oils, and if you live in a city with hard water, minerals slowly build up inside the machine too. Over time, all of this affects the taste, slows the brewing and makes the machine work harder. The good news is that cleaning…

A remarkable Mughal painting named The Virgin Mary Standing in Prayer fetched an impressive £152,400 at Christie's auction recently. Created around 1600, this artwork showcases how European religious themes inspired Mughal artists. It highlights the fascinating cultural exchanges of the 16th and 17th centuries in India, featuring Virgin Mary, a revered figure in both Islamic and Mughal contexts, …

Hannah Selleck's upbringing on a family ranch provided her with profound equestrian experiences far removed from Hollywood's glare. After trying her hand at public relations post-graduation, she returned to horses, finding real fulfillment. With numerous achievements in competitive riding, she established Descanso Farms for breeding show horses. A life-altering injury gave her new insights into r…

Jasveer Singh Jassi and his wife Sudha Kumari Sahu embarked on a new journey after leaving their journalism careers due to layoffs in 2022. They encountered financial difficulties and family tensions, prompting a shift from tiffin services to a vada pav cart for easier management. Utilizing his journalistic skills, Jassi maneuvers through challenges, all the while maintaining a sense of dignity a…

You cannot plan every moment, but a conversation with your partner beforehand can make the experience less stressful for both of you.

An elderly lady from Colți had a humble stone that served as her doorstop for years, oblivious to its significance. Following her death, a relative auctioned it to the Romanian state for assessment. Experts revealed it to be a 70-million-year-old piece of rumanite amber, a rare find unique to Romania, renowned for its striking color. This precious amber has been honored as a national treasure, no…

On a chilly evening, or on days when you’re tired and don’t feel like cooking an elaborate meal, a bowl of hot soup does the trick. This garlic soup needs just four ingredients that are almost always in an Indian kitchen: garlic, oil or ghee, water and salt. The flavour is surprisingly gentle. When garlic is cooked slowly, the sharp bite melts away and turns soft, sweet and mellow, and the whole …

Pablo Picasso emphasized the extraordinary connection between colors and their visual harmony in his artworks. He expressed that colors placed next to each other can create a captivating experience. Picasso believed that while color theory provides guidance, true understanding comes from practical experience. Scientific studies have shown how adjacent colors change each other’s appearance, enhanc…

A remarkable handwritten letter from Edgar Allan Poe fetched over two hundred thousand dollars at auction. Dated December 30, 1840, it reveals Poe's struggles with illness that delayed the launch of The Penn Magazine. Despite setbacks in health and finances, Poe's determination to create a literary journal never wavered. This endeavor eventually evolved into The Stylus, another project that encou…

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh had a special reason to celebrate this Vijayadashami. The couple revealed the name of their second daughter, Devi Padukone Singh, sharing a family picture that introduced their little one to the world. And while the announcement itself was a sweet moment, we couldn’t help but notice what the family wore for the occasion.