What to do with empty shampoo bottles? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them at home and turn them into useful itemsEmpty shampoo bottles can be transformed into practical household items. By cutting them, you can create innovative phone charging holders....
08 Sep, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
A Berkeley Lab study compared two Fresno homes for a year; the reflective tile roof ran 13.8°C cooler on a summer day, cut cooling electricity by 26%, and peak demand by 37%In Fresno, California, a comparative analysis of two houses revealed the advantages of reflective tile roofing. The home adorned with this ...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Jennifer Aniston’s tree lighting trick is the garden upgrade everyone will want this season. Here’s how to recreate itJennifer Aniston's Bel Air garden uses simple lighting to create a resort-like atmosphere. Trees are wrapped in warm white lights, tracing ...
07 Sep, 2026, 07.37 PM IST
Mammootty and Dulquer Salmaan’s Kochi and Chennai homes reveal their superstar lifestyle: Lavish lakeside bungalow, private theatre with 2,000 DVDs and ‘369 Garage’ of luxury carsMammootty and Dulquer Salmaan's homes in Kochi and Chennai offer a glimpse into the family’s taste, interests and private lifestyle. From a...
07 Sep, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
In 1902, Willis Carrier set out to fix a printing problem. He ended up inventing modern air conditioningIn 1902, engineer Willis Carrier was trying to control humidity at a Brooklyn printing plant, not create a way for people to stay cool. His...
07 Sep, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Think a money plant always brings wealth? 6 places where you should never keep itMoney plants are popular indoor plants associated with prosperity in Vastu Shastra, but their placement is believed to matter. Vastu guidel...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
Mirzapur actor Vijay Varma’s Mumbai home features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, charcoal-toned interiors, statement furniture, lush indoor plants, an eclectic dining area, a sleek dark kitchen, a cosy bedroom and a personal collection of shoes, perfumes and hatsVijay Varma house tour: Actor Vijay Varma’s Mumbai home reflects his understated yet contemporary style, with charcoal-toned interiors, flo...
06 Sep, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
Ryan Seacrest sells sprawling 40-acre Napa Valley estate for $18.5 million after $22 million listing. American Idol host’s lavish retreat featured an infinity pool, olive grove and 10,750-square-foot homeRyan Seacrest has sold his sprawling 40-acre Napa Valley estate in St. Helena for $18.5 million after initially listing it for $22 million....
02 Sep, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
No concrete, only boulders: Just 2 hours from Bengaluru, this 2,400 sq ft forest farmstay is built with natural stone, mud blocks, wood and clayLocated in Shoolagiri, this remarkable farmstay near Bengaluru blends natural boulders into its architecture, encouraging an eco-conscious ...
02 Sep, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
Neelam Kothari and husband Sameer Soni’s Mumbai home features a striking all-white exterior, warm pastel interiors, a London-inspired entertainment room, a dedicated bar, a cosy tea corner and plenty of indoor greeneryNeelam Kothari house tour: Filmmaker Farah Khan visited Neelam Kothari and Sameer Soni's spacious Mumbai residence. The home featured an al...
31 Aug, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Salman Khan’s Maine Pyaar Kiya co-star Bhagyashree’s Mumbai home features a naturally formed Ganesha on a tree, royal-inspired interiors, a dramatic black entrance, plush velvet seating, a private temple, chandelier-lit outdoor spaces, an all-white kitchen, a family memory wall and a dedicated yoga and workout spaceBhagyashree home tour: Bhagyashree's Mumbai home reflects her royal Sangli roots and personal style. The residence features a dramatic blac...
30 Aug, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
Inside 'Toxic' actress Kiara Advani's luxurious Rs 90 crore sea-facing apartment, located in Bandra West and designed by Gauri Khan. Here's what makes it uniqueToxic actress Kiara Advani and her husband Sidharth Malhotra reside in a sea-facing Pali Hill home. Gauri Khan designed their Mumbai reside...
27 Aug, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsGiven the possibility of hostilities resuming in the Gulf region, focus on risk management in the market. Why? Because fresh hostilities wi...
27 Aug, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Inside Yash’s Bengaluru home: Toxic star’s luxurious duplex has golf-course views, Greece-inspired balcony garden and cosy family spacesYash’s Bengaluru duplex with Radhika Pandit blends contemporary luxury with Indian traditions and family-friendly spaces. Located in Presti...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
In 2023, researchers found shade cooled Singapore streets by 0.8°C across 20 sites. Today, vegetation is estimated to save 228 GWh of energy yearlySingapore's trees offer significant cooling benefits for city streets. Shaded areas were found to be cooler, reducing heat stress for peopl...
25 Aug, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
Flowing stream, vintage car collection, open green spaces: Inside Shankar Mahadevan’s 6-storey Mumbai home where music meets architectureNestled in the lush outskirts of Mumbai, Shankar Mahadevan's 6-story jewel of a home, SaSha Villa, stands as an architectural marvel. Surro...
17 Aug, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
How to use aluminium foil in the garden: 6 surprisingly useful ways gardeners use this to protect plants, reflect light and deal with pests.Aluminum foil is a versatile tool for gardeners, offering a range of cost-effective solutions. For instance, reflective ground cover enhanc...
16 Aug, 2026, 05.56 PM IST