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Smelling pages of a new bookSmelling a new book provides a sensory experience tied to memory and emotion. Chemical compounds in the book create a distinctive fresh sme...
The Conjuring real-life family: Where are the Perrons now after their terrifying haunting story?From 1971 to 1980, the Perron family inhabited a farmhouse in Rhode Island, rumored to be haunted. Their unsettling experiences prompted pa...
Lithuanian traveller tries Vande Bharat Express in India, says it was worth every penny but compares luggage rush to the Hunger Games and raises concerns over safety and cleanlinessKarisha and Kristina, two friends from Lithuania, are embarking on a month-long journey through India, documenting their experiences online...
Warren Buffett on bearish markets: One habit decides whether you come out richer or poorerHe put the four worst collapses in his own share price into a table, with the dates and the drops. Nearly 60% once, around half three more ...
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Elon Musk faces challenges regarding his friendship with J.D. Vance, who has made derogatory remarks about Indian professionals. The articl...
In 1927, New York opened the Holland Tunnel with an innovative ventilation system; 84 fans still move air through its 8,500-foot twin tubesNearly a century after opening, the Holland Tunnel's original ventilation system, 84 fans across four buildings, still keeps drivers safe f...
Sacred Games actress helped build 200 toilets, a school and a canal in Maharashtra village. Who is Rajshri Deshpande? Her education qualifications and careerShe created a niche for herself in Bollywood through critically acclaimed TV series and films such as The Sacred Games, Angry Indian Goddes...
Builder fails to deliver pool, gym, spa and other amenities; Karnataka RERA orders Rs 10 lakh compensation to homebuyersBangalore: For lack of pool, open gym, spa, open amphitheatre & other amenities by builder as promised, homebuyers win Rs 10 lakh compensat...
Quote of the day by Erich Fromm: ‘Modern man thinks he is losing time when he does not do things quickly. Yet he does not know what to do with the time he gains except kill it’ - German psychoanalyst on how living in a constant rush can drain usQuote of the Day by Erich Fromm: The Erich Fromm quote reflects on how people in modern society constantly hurry to save time, yet often st...
Quote of the day by Mario Benedetti: 'Everything tumbles down into the mist of oblivion, but when the mist lifts, the oblivion is...' - Uruguayan poet and novelist’s powerful life lesson on why some memories survive time, distance and even years of forgettingQuote of the day by Mario Benedetti: Mario Benedetti, an esteemed writer from Uruguay, delves into the intricacies of human emotions and da...
Red Fort blast suicide bomber stored urine in polythene: NIA finds PDF with instruction on how to make a bomb using urineThe NIA chargesheet says Red Fort blast accused Umar-un-Nabi stored urine in a polythene bag while hiding in Nuh. The agency also cited a P...
Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou: “You are the sum total of everything you’ve ever seen, heard, eaten, smelled, been told, forgot — it’s all there” A reminder that every experience shapes who we become, urging us to embrace learning, choose positive influences and respect the unique experiences of othersQuote of the Day by Maya Angelou: Maya Angelou believed all experiences shape who we become and influence our personalities. Children learn...
Quote of the Day by Mahmoud Darwish: ‘A place is not only a geographical area, it's also a state of mind and …’ - a powerful reflection on home, childhood, memory and identity, and why the places we leave behind can continue shaping who we are, from the Palestinian poet known for writing about exile and belongingMahmoud Darwish’s poetry delves into the intimate connections we maintain with places even after parting ways. It conveys that true home tr...
Baking soda for old books and cupboards: This unusual household trick can help tackle musty smellsBaking soda can be a simple way to tackle musty smells in old books and closed cupboards. For books, place baking soda in a bowl or sachet ...
Smelling old booksThe almond and vanilla fragrance of aged pages evokes a sense of nostalgia, transporting readers to different eras, cultures and minds that...
No nostalgia, please! This London bookseller averse to people who 'love' old book smellMarius Kociejowski's 'A Factotum in the Book Trade' lists out all the no-nos.
'Intangible heritage': Exploring the cultural significance of smellsSmell is not just a sensory perception, it is also a social and cultural phenomenon. Yet, the poor nose has had a rough ride in the western...
Love how old books smell? Probably because the fragrance of coffee and chocolate is mesmerisingMaterials like books often release small amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air.
Four reasons why bookstores will continue to rule our heartsBooks will be by your side on days you're feeling sad, happy or a mixture of feelings you yourself are unable to comprehend.
Weird fragrances: Strange aromas that take perfumes to a whole new levelEau de MacBook Pro is clearly for all diehard Apple fans. The aroma mimics the scent of an Apple device when it is taken out of the box for...