Life
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Heritage meets innovation in Arpita Mehta's latest bridal collection
Nazara celebrates the craft and elegance rooted in India's heritage while offering brides something fresh and adaptable
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The Banarasi Edit by Amit Aggarwal puts the spotlight on repurposing
With the luxury collection, the fashion designer wants to spark a broader conversation about mindful consumption and the role of innovation in luxury fashion
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Chinese casino hub Macau struggles to evolve beyond gaming
The Chinese casino hub once again tops the world in gaming revenue in 2024 as visitors return after the Covid-19 pandemic, but residents point to a huge disparity in which parts of the economy are bouncing back
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WFH vs RTO: Why empty offices are at the heart of the return-to-office debate
What do Amazon, Ubisoft, Publicis and JP Morgan have in common? Seemingly not much, but they are all united in their drive to get workers back into the office
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Ravichandran Ashwin: India's Spin King who always stood out from the rest
One of India's modern spin legends, India's second-highest wicket-taker in Tests, calls time on his international career
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Ustad Zakir Hussain : Making magic with rhythm
Zakir Hussain, a tabla virtuoso, brought Indian classical music to the global stage, blending traditions with global influences to create masterpieces that transcend language and culture. His performances transformed the tabla from an accompanying instrument to a commanding presence in concert halls. The intricate rhythms produced by Hussain's fingers on the tabla evoke a cascade of taals, resembling choreographed firecrackers, laid over thundering low tones from his wrist. This is a tribute to his remarkable journey through images
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After vinyl, VHS tapes are making a comeback
After the successful comeback of vinyl and the more discreet return of the audio cassette, another multimedia medium of yesteryear could be poised to return in the form of the videotape
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One billion users, but controversies mount up for TikTok
The platform faces accusations of espionage in the United States, while the European Union has launched an investigation into claims it was used to sway Romania's presidential election
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EU consumers will only need one charger for all small electronics by the year-end
In compliance with the EU's "Common Charger Directive," manufacturers will be required to use USB-C-based chargers for smartphones and other portable electronics sold on the EU market from December 28, 2024
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Why pet-sitting is now a trendy job in Singapore
For many, pet-sitting is a way of supplementing their income. In Singapore, however, it is one of the most sought-after professions for job applicants
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Six of the best offbeat sports stories that dominated 2024
From Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's romance to a solar-powered car race in South Africa, here are six sports stories from 2024 you must know