Immigration cuts under any new government will depend on how badly we want to build our infrastructure
Christchurch terror attack: Has the world finally found a leader in Jacinda Ardern to counter global rightwing populism?
Santa comes to Nadi: Paul Ross, founder of Pacific Kids, organises for a Christmas party for the children at Loloma House
Health Media multitasking may increase obesity risk: StudyDo you keep switching between digital devices like smartphone, tablet and PC? Beware. A study has linked media multitasking to obesity.
Health High calorie meal for dinner may up heart disease, diabetes riskYour meal timing matters and eating earlier in the day may be an important strategy to help lower the risk for heart disease
Health Listening to music may help you exercise longerListening to music while exercising can help you work out for a longer time than those who do not have music playing in their ears, a team of researchers, including one of Indian origin, suggested.
Health Fight your sweet tooth with these 4 natural sweeteners and fluidsThis year, you can lose weight by cutting on your sugar intake. Nature has blessed us with a few natural sweeteners which can best fit into our healthy diet, says nutritionist and fitness trainer Iram Zaidi. Here are her four top natural sweeteners.
World news Chocolate likely to get extinct in 30 yearsWith warmer global temperatures and dryer weather conditions threatening the survival of the fragile cocoa plant, which could see chocolate disappear by as early as 2050...
World news How climate change could change the taste of your wineAlthough winegrowers seem reluctant to try new grape varieties apparently to protect the taste of the wines, new research suggests that they will ultimately have to give up on their old habit as planting lesser-known grape varieties might help vineyards..
In focus Hosting house party? Try these tipsThinking of organising a party this New Year at home? Create a small creative selfie wall, prepare healthy snacks and more to pull off a great party at home without burning a hole in your pocket, say experts.
Heritage Make a U-turn for happinessDoes the Bhagavad-gita have any relevance today? Many people may think it’s an “old book” and irrelevant for us today because we are so modern, so technologically advanced with our smartphones and social media etc. ....
Comment Stormed by the Paparazzi CulturePaparazzi culture has exploded in India recently. Instagram, Facebook feeds, digital websites and print media thrive on celebrity scoops and fashion trends. Social media is a giant monster which feeds on Bollywood gossip 24x7.
Reader say The secret of friendshipWhat is life without honest, real and meaningful friendships? What is life without the love and companion of those who see the beauty, greatness and perfection that lies within you?
Technology Internet of Things is hereDevices that are internet-enabled and can ‘talk’ to other devices. More technically, it is a network of smart devices that have sensors and can communicate data to a server or other smart devices connected to the network
Health Just a minute's running daily may boost bone healthWant to improve your bone health? Running -- a high-intensity and weight-bearing physical activity -- for just one to two minutes each day may help you, new research shows.
Recipes Mushroom Tikka KebabOnce considered quite exotic, mushrooms have slowly but steadily made a place for themselves on the Indian platter. In fact, no Indian tapas menu is really complete without including them.
In focus Your smartphone obsession may up bad behaviour in kidsDo you spend too much time on your smartphone during mealtime, playtime and routine activities or conversations with your kids? If so, it may lead to behavioural issues in your children, warned researchers.
In focus Eat, Pray, Love' nature in Bekal, MadikeriBottle up the deafening sound of honking cars in cities and throw it in the calm backwaters as you cross endless tall coconut trees in the untouched north Kerala town of Bekal.
India Wonderful to be part of Sanjay Dutt's biopic: Dia MirzaShe is glad the project is giving her a chance to work with one of her favourite filmmakers Rajkumar Hirani, who is directing the film.
World news Facebook to update suicide prevention tools for Live videosAccording to a report in local media, Facebook said that it's in a "unique position," through personal connections people have on Facebook, to help connect those in distress with people who can support them.
Education Tips to combat back-to-school jittersWhile some parents find the end of holidays something to look forward to, kids can be a little stressed about going back to school, especially the younger ones. So here are a few tips on handling the pre-back-to-school jitters.
In conversation with Ajay Vasisht, the recurring Indian face on popular Kiwi soap-opera ‘Shortland Street’
Wednesday, July 24, 2019New ZealandKiwi-Indian pop-star and YouTube sensation Shirley Setia makes Bollywood acting debut