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Mumbai heat: TV actors, expert share tips to keep home interiors cool naturally

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Mumbai heat: TV actors, expert share tips to keep home interiors cool naturally

From using wet curtains to growing houseplants, Indians have been using many hacks to keep home interiors cool in summer. As Mumbai experiences one of its worst heat and humidity, we invite actors and an expert who share tips on how to keep the interiors of your home cool and breezy naturally

Candlelight concerts set to reimagine classical music this June

From iconic movie soundtracks and contemporary tributes to Coldplay to the timeless classical compositions by Mozart and Chopin, Candlelight Concerts will offer Indian music connoisseurs a variety of programs to meet all tastes

25 May,2024 02:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Kabosu, the viral Shiba Inu dog behind doge meme, passes away

Kabosu's journey to fame began in 2008 when Sato, a kindergarten teacher, adopted her from a shelter after a Shiba Inu breeder went out of business

25 May,2024 01:44 PM IST | Tokyo | ANI

Big moment for Indian cinema: First Palme d'Or contender in 30 years takes lead

No Indian female director has ever competed for Cannes' top prize nor has any filmmaker from the country bagged the coveted award

25 May,2024 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

How Mumbai’s slum champion raps her way out of patriarchy and poverty

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Through her verses, the Govandi-based rapper, Saniya MQ targets the perils of patriarchy, politics, gender inequality and poverty

25 May,2024 11:50 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

After Cannes premiere, Shyam Benegal's 'Manthan' is re-releasing in India

‘Manthan’, a fictionalised version of the beginnings of the extraordinary dairy cooperative movement that transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to the world’s largest milk producer inspired by Dr Verghese Kurien. It is also India’s first crowdfunded film produced by 5,00,000 dairy farmers who contributed Rs 2 each towards the production

24 May,2024 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Gen Z's guide to health insurance: Here is everything you need to know and why

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Medical inflation stands at 14 per cent in India making access to quality treatment challenging. Those individuals getting treated are often left with a massive financial liability. For this reason, experts suggest Gen Z get insured at the earliest. Here is everything you need to know

24 May,2024 10:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire

Mumbai chapter: Ladies of Harley

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Diving into the thrilling world of Mumbai's female bikers, Midday.com caught up with three 'Ladies of Harley' (as they like to be called), who recount episodes of adrenaline-pumping journeys

23 May,2024 04:51 PM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

Ashish Vidyarthi: 'I am a newborn 58-year-old standup comedian'

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Ahead of his standup act ‘Sit Down Ashish’, the Indian actor known for his villainous roles talks about fostering his comedy bug. He also dwells on why he loves to do things out of the ordinary, make people laugh not at others but himself, and enjoy every part of the process

22 May,2024 04:06 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

Diving into Mumbaikars’ affection for doodle art and its fusion with city pride

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Doodling maybe defined as scribbling absent-mindedly but these Mumbaikars are using it to celebrate the city, as well as incorporate it in their jobs as architects

22 May,2024 12:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

T20 World Cup 2024: 7 telltale signs you're a die-hard cricket fan

If you find yourself meticulously marking your calendar with match dates, donning your team's jersey with pride, and passionately debating player stats, you might be a hardcore cricket fan

21 May,2024 02:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

AR Rahman set to perform in Malaysia, deets inside

Meanwhile, Rahman recently attended the 77th edition of Cannes Film Festival, where he launched the first look and teaser of his latest venture, a feature documentary titled 'Headhunting to Beatboxing'

21 May,2024 01:52 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
T20 World Cup 2024: 7 telltale signs you're a die-hard cricket fan

T20 World Cup 2024: 7 telltale signs you're a die-hard cricket fan

If you find yourself meticulously marking your calendar with match dates, donning your team's jersey with pride, and passionately debating player stats, you might be a hardcore cricket fan

21 May,2024 02:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
AR Rahman set to perform in Malaysia, deets inside

AR Rahman set to perform in Malaysia, deets inside

Meanwhile, Rahman recently attended the 77th edition of Cannes Film Festival, where he launched the first look and teaser of his latest venture, a feature documentary titled 'Headhunting to Beatboxing'

21 May,2024 01:52 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Sikkim's 'Tara, the Lost Star' wows audience at Cannes

Sikkim's 'Tara, the Lost Star' wows audience at Cannes

Shot against the breathtaking backdrop of Gnathang-Memenchu near Changu Lake, the film encapsulates the essence of Sikkim's natural beauty and cultural heritage

21 May,2024 01:15 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
How Mumbai composer Vipin Mishra's documentary celebrates Zanskar Valley

How Mumbai composer Vipin Mishra's documentary celebrates Zanskar Valley

National Award-winning music Vipin Misra speaks to mid-day.com about his eight part documentary that celebrates travel and music of the Zanskar Valley in Ladakh

21 May,2024 12:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
OpenAI responds after Scarlett Johansson 'shocked' with voice 'similar' to hers

OpenAI responds after Scarlett Johansson 'shocked' with voice 'similar' to hers

Johansson said that nine months ago Altman had approached her proposing that she allow her voice to be licensed for the new ChatGPT voice assistant as he thought it would "comforting to people" who are uneasy with AI technology

21 May,2024 12:53 PM IST | San Francisco | ANI

IN PHOTOS: Midday's top 10 lifestyle stories for weekend reading

Explore Midday's top stories from the arrival of the world's number 1 restaurant in Mumbai, rare autoimmune health conditions affecting women, Mumbai's doodle artists and Google guide stars to recreating iconic Indian politician looks, and Vantara's recent adventures

18 May,2024 10:53 PM IST | Editor
80 percent of content creators experience stress once a week: Study

80 percent of content creators experience stress once a week: Study

Creators face loneliness and isolation within their circles, with nearly 65 percent of them feeling inadequately supported by the creator community, reveals a new research

20 May,2024 08:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

Ashish Vidyarthi to perform 'Sit Down Ashish' at Royal Opera House on May 25

Ashish Vidyarthi to perform 'Sit Down Ashish' at Royal Opera House on May 25

This show celebrates his victories and collapses with equal candor including his career of over 30 years doing 300 films across 11 languages

20 May,2024 07:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Make your child food aware at this experiential and fun event in Mumbai

Make your child food aware at this experiential and fun event in Mumbai

This unique program aims to empower 1000 city children by teaching them to decipher food marketing lies in packaged snacks

18 May,2024 03:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

'Looks like he's bathing in blood': Netizens react to King Charles's portrait

'Looks like he's bathing in blood': Netizens react to King Charles's portrait

Yeo began the portrait more than a year before Charles became king, with a sitting at the then-Prince of Wales' Highgrove estate in June 2021. The last sitting took place in November 2023 at Clarence House, one of the king's residences in London

17 May,2024 02:55 PM IST | London | AP

Buddha Purnima 2024: Thousands Of Devotees Take Holy Dip In Ganga

    Buddha Purnima 2024: Thousands Of Devotees Take Holy Dip In Ganga

    Devotees took holy dip in Ganga river on the occasion of Buddha Purnima in Haridwar on May 23. Large number of devotees thronged the 'Har ki Pauri' to take bath on the pious occasion. Buddha Purnima which marks as the day of incarnation of Lord Vishnu on Earth is being celebrated on May 23. With a belief that bathing in the holy river on Buddha Purnima and worshipping the river gives the benefit of immense virtue, devotees across the country reached the banks of River Ganga in Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Devotees also took a holy dip at Sangam in Prayagraj. The festival is prominently celebrated among the Hindus and Buddhists. Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, is celebrated by Buddhists worldwide. On this day, people cherish Buddha's life and teachings Watch video.

    23 May,2024 11:18 AM IST
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