Lifestyle
Rediscover The Incredible Healing Powers Of Turmeric
It's time to tap into Turmeric's incredible healing powers! Turmeric, the culinary spice that spans cultures, can be traced thousands of years back to originating in India where it was used in ancient Indian medicine known as Ayurveda. This aromatic, bright yellow powder comes from the ginger root family and has a distinctive earthy, peppery flavour and mustardy odor. It is commonly used
Priyanka Chopra Is Found In The Middle Of A Tragedy
She's showing the world that she can do it all; from pageantry to Bollywood, singing and Pitbull. Chopra will now be taking on Hollywood. The official poster for ABC's Quantico has been revealed and it appears Priyanka Chopra is not "feeling so exotic".
How To Stay On Budget When Travelling
Travelling can really hit your bank account hard. Here are a few tips so you can enjoy your vacay without counting every penny along the way. People often only do research to find the cheapest flights and hotels but go on a spending spree while on vacation. Eating anywhere when you’re hungry, making purchases on a whim and taking expensive tours can drain your wallet fas
The Menstrual Man: An Outcast To Indian Society
Arunachalam Muruganantham is the Menstrual Man, whose actions have brought the menstrual cycle and the limited access to hygiene products in India into the limelight. In 1998, Arunachalam Muruganantham noticed that his wife was using a dirty rag during her period. He questioned his wife about her use of the dirty towel and was stunned to hear her reply. She told Muruganantham that in order to afford sani
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Shamina Singh Assigned Key Post By Obama
Obama names Indian-American Shamina Singh as part of the Board of Directors of the Corporation of National and Community Service. It's always great to see someone from our own community moving up the ranks and giving our South Asian community visibility in important organizat ...
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A Camping Newbie? We've Got The Perfect Tips For Your First Camping Experience
Summer means spending time with friends around a campfire, sharing stories, singing, roasting marshmallows and making memories. All you need to make that happen is a tent, some food and water. Right? No! Don’t underestimate prepping for a camping trip. Here are some tips that will help ...
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Satnam Singh: From Ballo Ke To The NBA
Dubbed as the NBA Draft’s most fascinating prospect, Satnam Singh is a force to be reckoned with. He stands at 7’2” and weighs 290 pounds. Singh has made history by becoming the first Indian national to be drafted into the NBA. He’s set t ...
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DIY Home: Plant Lovers Unite! How To Create Your Own Terrarium
Summer is all about greens and gardening. But if you haven’t been blessed with a green thumb and a knack to keep plants alive, a terrarium is a great alternative that’s easy to create on your own. 1. Start with a clear glass bowl or jar. Look for one with ...
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Greece's Eurozone Crisis: What You Need To Know
Whether you’ve seen the dramatic headlines or the crushing photos of Greeks lining up at their ATMs, it’s hard to ignore the Greece-Eurozone Crisis without scratching your head as to what it all means. We’ve decided to break the issue down ...
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The U.S. Supreme Court Rules In Favour Of Same-Sex Marriage
On Friday, June 26, before many Pride weekend celebrations across the world, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that states can no longer legally ban same-sex couples from marrying and must recognize their unions in the eyes of the law. ...
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Can Men and Women Be Just Friends?
Many times you meet someone of the opposite sex and immediately know you will just be friends with this person — pure platonic friends, simple and easy without a question in your mind. So the short answer is yes, men and women can really be just friends in these clean cut scenarios. But ...
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Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal Announces Presidential Bid With Creepy Video
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal announced his bid for the Oval Office yesterday, making him the first Indian-American vying for the job as the president of the United States. The 44 year-old two ...
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Sponsored Post: Destiny - The Tale Of Sonali And Amir : This Summer's Must-Read!
Sonya Wadhera and Priya Wadhera are sisters, entrepreneurs and co-authors of a new children’s book called, Destiny: The Tale of Sonali and Amir. Growing up in Canada, the two business graduates stayed true to their Indian roots and incorporated many South Asian in ...
