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The change began in 2017, when Dawa Choden Bhutia, brought together 17 local women to form a group called ‘Swachhata Sahayogi’. At first glance, Phadamchen (also Padamchen) of Sikkim looks like many other Himalayan villages. It is surrounded by forests, sits more than 8,000 feet above sea level and attracts tourists travelling along Sikkim’s old … Read more

An Essex gardener’s extraordinary pumpkin has become the centre of attention after reaching a staggering 1,200lb (544kg), with its grower claiming the giant vegetable once gained more than 40lb in a single night.Ben White, a 37-year-old heating designer from Maldon, Essex, has spent months nurturing the enormous pumpkin, which he has named Gladys. What began … Read more

Oregon came into this season with national championship hopes amid a loaded roster, and the Boise State Broncos nearly crashed the party in Eugene on Saturday. Boise State built a 17–7 lead over the Ducks in the first half behind Broncos quarterback Maddux Madsen’s big throws. Then, the Ducks woke up and rallied for a … Read more

​DIY: 5 clever ways to repurpose corn husks in under 10 minutes and give everyday items a creative makeover​ There’s a particular kind of quiet vindication in building a business out of exactly what people once mocked you for doing, and that’s precisely the story behind Mandeep Kaur Khaira’s journey in Moga, Punjab, as reported … Read more

Dakota Johnson is a popular Hollywood actress, best known for her work in the 50 Shades of Grey trilogy. Her Los Angeles home isn’t your typical Hollywood mansion. It’s a mid-century retreat, once designed by architect Carl Maston, that Johnson herself calls her “anchor”.She gave a glimpse into her house in a home tour series … Read more

For anyone with a fireplace, wood stove, or outdoor grill, dried corn husks make for surprisingly effective, fast-catching kindling. Simply scrunch a handful loosely together and tuck them underneath your firewood or charcoal before lighting; the thin, papery material catches flame quickly and burns just long enough to get sturdier fuel going properly. It’s a … Read more

War medals are seen prior to Race 1 HMAS Sydney Handicap during Sydney Racing at Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney, Australia on April 25, 2026. Jeremy Ng/Getty Images The Labor government is facing pressure to scrap its $5,000 (US$3,600) cap on how much veterans can claim allied health services. Former servicemen laid down their medals … Read more

Bengaluru Airport (Canva) Let’s agree, airport journeys can be stressful even before reaching the terminal. Understanding the situation, Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) is planning to come up with a more seamless alternative. In a recent update, the airport is planning to expand its Care by BLR passenger-assistance programme with a proposed home check-in service … Read more

He once used Tony Robbins tapes while cleaning floors to improve his English. When Sharran Srivatsaa arrived in the US from India in 1997, he was not carrying a business empire, a powerful network or a high-paying job. He was a college freshman trying to pay his bills, working as a janitor and struggling with … Read more

Bengaluru Airport (Canva) Let’s agree, airport journeys can be stressful even before reaching the terminal. Understanding the situation, Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) is planning to come up with a more seamless alternative. In a recent update, the airport is planning to expand its Care by BLR passenger-assistance programme with a proposed home check-in service … Read more