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| August 08, 2017 | | Why shouldn't the blind also enjoy books?
'Hear2Read' -- an open-source Text To Speech (TTS) software that offers audio books in Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Punjabi, Tamil and Telugu -- is a first of its kind initiative in the country.
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| June 29, 2017 | | Momos: Safe or not?
Jammu and Kashmir MLA Ramesh Arora wants momos banned, but are they really unhygienic and harmful?
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| June 08, 2017 | | Pics: Bella Hadid's most daring looks ever
The Victoria's Secret model is the queen of risque on the red carpet.
To save Kolkata's crumbling heritage
Namrata Acharya finds out more about a movement aimed at preserving not only the mansions of north Calcutta and the grand colonial buildings of central Calcutta, but also the architecturally modest, yet unique, houses of south Kolkata.
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| February 11, 2017 | | A Life Built on Reading
'As you trek back down the centuries, returning to myth and legend, to stories told by people gone for hundreds of years who had the same fears and hopes as you, who hoped that their future, the world you inhabit, would be a kinder and happier place, you understand that there will never be an end to the exploring,' says Nilanjana S Roy.
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| February 03, 2017 | | Aww! Carol's baby is such a cutie
Rajesh Karkera snapped Carol Gracias with her cute munchkin.
Diana Penty sizzles for Payal Singhal
The actor model was the showstopper for the Mumbai-based designer's show at LFW.
Norah Fatehi, Shonali Nagrani say cheese!
And then there were more. We continue with our celeb spotting at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017 in suburban Mumbai.
Spotted@LFW: Shriya, Priyanka, Tanishaa
Designer Payal Singhal has quite a fan following in tinsel town, finds Rajesh Karkera.
Wah! Wah! Swara
The actor walked for designers Monica Shah and Karishma Swali at the Lakme Fashion Week.
Anushka gets flirty, quirky
The singer-actor was the showstopper for Sohaya Misra's latest collection.
'Sunny Leone has done more for feminism in India'
Singer, song writer, and a single mother Manasi Scott wears her heart on her sleeves and tells Rediff.com's Anita Aikara why eve-teasing is a universal problem.
Nimrat, the queen of hearts
The gorgeous actor stole our hearts yet again. This time on the ramp.
Kiara is a twirling beauty
Kiara Advani was the showstopper for Farah Sanjana's spring summer collection.
Hot fashion from Mumbai, Assam, Nagaland...
On Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017, Rediff.com met these stylish women from across India.
'Fashion is a hard industry; models are not really nice'
Lakme model Priya Banerjee reveals the not-so-nice side of the modelling industry.
Desi designs for the modern men
Dear men, it's your turn to take notes.
A temple on the Yamuna
'Bateshwar is a rare temple where Shiva is depicted in his human form (and not his symbol, the Lingam).'
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| January 18, 2017 | | #FoodPorn: 10 more Instagram foodies to follow
Their pics will send you into a food coma!
Mrs Trump's fashion challenges
Though the incoming First Lady of the US is a former model who has retained all the glamour of the ramp, there is a curious radio silence on the subject of who's offering their sartorial services for her time at the White House, notes Kanika Datta.
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| November 01, 2016 | | The Guru in 'Gurugram'
More than Guru Dronacharya, the cult of his wife, Kripi, runs stronger in Gurgaon.
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| August 26, 2016 | | Mugdha <i>God diste </i>!
Marathi mulgi Mugdha Godse looked gorgeous in a Gaurang Shah creation at Lakme Fashion Week.
'Guwahati is very safe for women'
It's Suzzane Baker's first season at Lakme and she's clearly excited.
Pics: Mandira, Tanisha, Shamita at fashion week
Check out the stars in attendance on Day Three.
Hawt debut!
Saiyami Kher made her maiden appearance at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai walking for Payal Singhal.
Guess what this model did with her first salary
Between hectic shows, make ups, rehearsals and fittings Jasmeen Johal, who was born in Punjab, but is now a model from Vancouver, Canada, fends off a few quick posers.
Dare to wear this, will you?
Three designers -- Kanika Goyal, Kriti Tula and Sonal Verma -- showcased their winter collection at Lakme Fashion Week.
'Wearing revealing clothes doesn't make you sexy'
"Even a fully clothed woman can look sexy," says model Andra Patar from Assam
Fabulous ways to rock the sari style
Anavila Mishra's collection rekindled the beauty of the six yard wonder.
Models show their 'goofy' side
Rajesh Karkera gets models to entertain his camera.
'I eat everything; I just don't put on weight'
Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera caught up with Alice Rosario to find out how she's doing.
'The burkini ban is ridiculous'
Australian model Ilana Davies gets candid with Rediff.com's Tista Sengupta.
#2States: When Assam met Maharashtra!
On a day dominated by models, designers and people from India's northeast, Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera came across two lovely ladies -- Yashica Dhabre and Bobby Roy Chaudhry -- and found out out what fashion means to them.
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| August 20, 2016 | | Sushhh, so SEXY!
Move over the models. It was Sushmita Sen who truly stole the show.
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| June 19, 2016 | | Who did Taylor Swift kiss?
From Taylor Swift's steamy kiss with her new boyfriend to Rihanna's new perfume, we bring you the latest gossip.
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| April 25, 2016 | | Try these exciting tea recipes
Ginger and tulsi flavoured tea is passe. Exotic ingredients are now finding their way into the kettle.
10 reasons why we love Karlie Kloss
Supermodel Karlie Kloss featured in Time's The 100 Most Influential People 2016. And that is just one of the many reasons why we totally adore her!
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| March 31, 2016 | | 'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'
"Virat is fabulous," says 27-year old model Ritu Chauhan from New Delhi... but that doesn't make her think of dating her favourite cricketer. Speaking to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com, Ritu throws light on her journey into modelling and how she thinks couples should work hand-in-hand.
Khadi on the ramp
Swati Kalsi's collection was an ode to the traditional Sujani embroidery and Priyanka Ella Lorena Lama's USP was minimal measurements and stitching involved.
How to take a selfie like a model!
Still trying hard to get that perfect selfie? Take lessons from these hot models walking at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016 on how to master the art of clicking selfies.
6 ways to drape a sari
Fashion designers Swati and Sunaina's collection worked with the master weavers of Banaras for their latest collection 'The Lightness of being Radha'.
Don't miss! Models strutting around the parking lot
Designer Anand Kabra's collection was not for the faint-hearted!
Pics: Off ramp fashionistas
Two Mumbai girls caught our attention on Day 2 of Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016
'Almost everyday is my cheat day'
Meet 22-year-old model Alice Rosario who is walking her second season at Lakme Fashion Week, Mumbai.
When your outfit lights up!
Germany based fashion technology house, ElektroCouture made almost everything glow on the runway.
'Your body actually craves for sugar and food'
Seasoned model Archana Akhil Kumar shares her experience at fashion weeks and how she keeps herself composed during this five-day-marathon.
How to wear a sari to fashion week!
What's trending? What's not? 5 fashionable people describe their style at the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2016.
LFW 2016: Summer's here!
Hello Monica!
Monica Dogra, Aditi Rao Hydari and Kiran Rao were among the celebs spotted on Day One of the Lakme Fashion Week Resort/Summer 2016
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| March 21, 2016 | | Celebrities catwalk for a good cause
The Caring with Style fashion show was organised to raise funds for children suffering from blood cancer.
In Pics: Malaika, Aditi turn showstoppers
Malaika Arora Khan wowed the audience as she walked for designer Mandira Wirk, and Aditi Rao Hydari looked stunning in a Shruti Sancheti outfit.
Preeti Shenoy: Swimming with the dolphins
What if a celebrity told you about their favourite holiday destination? Told you about all the things they like to do there -- be it tasting the local cuisine, indulging in leisure activities or haunting museums.
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| February 26, 2016 | | 8 traditional Goan recipes
Bring out your earthenware and clay pots, don your apron and get cooking!
A happy trip to Diu
We had asked you Dear Readers to share photographs and impressions about your favourite Indian beach.
Locking horns with the fearless Indian Bison
Shubir Rishi/Rediff.com narrates the morning safari that he took on day two at the Pench National Park. He was on a road trip to the Pench-Kanha-Tadoba national parks.
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| February 10, 2016 | | She's HOT!
Katrina Kaif catwalks for ace designer Tarun Tahiliani.
Recipes for love
Easy recipes for people who don't cook.
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| February 07, 2016 | | Mandana is a fairy princess
Bigg Boss 9 finalist Mandana Karimi was the showstopper for designer Ramesh Dembla's 'Ivory Dreams collection.
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| January 17, 2016 | | Why is Kendall Jenner missing her dad?
Want to know what's happening in the world of glitz and glamour? We bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!
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| January 16, 2016 | | Recipe: How to make Salmon Fish Cake
Rediff reader Baishali Ghosh shares a simple and exotic party recipe.
Day 1@IIM-Ahmedabad
What happens when someone working in one of India's large public sector companies ends up there, hoping IIM-A is all about leadership?
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| January 05, 2016 | | Recipe: How to make Vegetable Croquettes
Here's a yummy way to get your kids to eat their veggies.
'Indian women have amazing bodies'
Fashion designer Pria Kataaria Puri, host of celebrity chat show 'Born Stylish', spills the beans about designing for celebrities, her journey as a fashion designer and her ultimate style icon in an interview with Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.
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| January 01, 2016 | | The best books to read in 2016
From Aurangzeb to Sangh Parivar, the year 2016 offers plenty of hope in historical and modern literature.
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| December 31, 2015 | | 5 must-try mutton starter recipes
It is party time! If you want to impress your guests, try one of these mouthwatering appetiser recipes from Reshma Aslam.
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| November 11, 2015 | | Bengali sweets get a makeover
Sandesh, Rajbhog, Rosogulla and Chamcham have been revamped to keep up with people's adventurous palates.
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| October 05, 2015 | | India in 10 stunning photographs
Readers have been sharing their best travel images from around the country here! You can share your best #India-Photos too!
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| September 27, 2015 | | Blissfully serene
A visit to the Palpung Sherabling Monastery where monks are free to choose their own paths.
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| September 12, 2015 | | To the mystical highlands in Ladakh
The magical land of Changthang in Ladakh is the stuff of dreams, though it might be losing its pristine beauty to the onslaught of tourists and campers.
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| September 11, 2015 | | Beyonce flaunts her curves
The 34-year-old Grammy-award winning singer even went topless as she was photographed in a swimming pool.
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| September 10, 2015 | | Stunning in silk: From the looms of Assam
Fashion designer Sanjukta Dutta showcased a beautiful collection of hand-crafted two-piece Mekhela Chadors at the recently concluded Mysore Fashion Week 2015.
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| August 28, 2015 | | 'I am a Delhi girl so I know how to handle lechers'
Sonali Barthwal, who debuted at Lakme Fashion Week, is a Delhi girl, originally hailing for Garhwal, Uttaranchal. Bubbly and effervescent she's got a sense of humour too.
The flip side of being a model
Mumbai-based model Pooja Bhamrah tells us why it is important to be fit, positive and balanced.
Would you wear this?
Jewellery designer Vasundhara Mantri mixed bold, geometric, asymmetric lines that worked well with traditional Indian sensibilities. And this is what she came up with.
Stunning, dramatic brides!
When designer Gaurang Shah drew inspiration from the love story of the brave king Prithviraj Chauhan and his strong-willed queen, Samyukta, here's what happened.
The Magic of Silk
Anita Dongre brings back the magic of traditional Indian weaves and embroidery in a modern new avatar. Check out her collection for Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.
Head turners not on the fashion week runway
Fashion week is not just about what is on the ramp. Take a look at these beautiful people we spotted off the ramp.
Thank you Ritu Kumar!
The master revivalist presented a spectacular collection of Banarasi weaves at Lakme Fashion Week Winter/ Festive 2015.
Watch out! Sangeeta Bijlani steals the show at fashion week
Here's a round-up of the celebs who attended Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week!
Off ramp styles at Lakme Fashion Week
A look at the trends outside of the fashion week shows.
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| August 26, 2015 | | Tomorrow's stars
Showcasing the creativity of a new generation of talent. Seven Gen Next designers presented their creations at the Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.
From the Indian Army to the fashion ramp
Nikita Sahay was a captain in the Indian Army when she decided to quit her job and pursue her childhood dream. After a lot of failed attempts, Sahay, now 26, is finally living her dream and is happy at that.
That dazzling smile!
Here's a look at the celebs who attended the Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla curtain raiser for Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015.
Jawani Jaaneman rocks the ramp
Master couturiers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla decided to go retro with their collection as well as their models for their opening show for Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2015s. Take a look...
POLL: Who's the hottest LFW model?
These girls will be raising temperatures as they sashay down the ramp for Lakme Fashion Week. Vote for your favourite!
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| August 20, 2015 | | Onam recipe: Vellarikka Moru Curry
Onam is here and so are the tasty preparations. Manjula Nair shares a traditional yoghurt and coconut based recipe from her mother's kitchen.
How to control your anger
Handling anger can be like handling the devil -- you've got to be careful, patient, and above all, innovative, to be successful in nailing it down
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| August 16, 2015 | | Recipe: Bengali-style Fish Curry
Just 30 minutes and some basic ingredients are all you need to get this awesome basa capsicum dish, says reader Jayati Saha.
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| August 10, 2015 | | The debutants!
Aditya Pancholi's son Sooraj, and Suneil Shetty's daughter Athiya, who will be debuting in Nikhil Advani's Hero, graced the ramp for the first time as showstoppers for Falguni and Shane Peacock at the BMW India Bridal Fashion Week in Delhi.
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| August 07, 2015 | | Dhanushkodi: A ghost town hopes to come alive
50 years after a cyclone wiped it out, Dhanushkodi is slowly finding its feet. A tourist attraction precisely for its desolateness, road connectivity could soon transform it. Saisuresh Sivaswamy, who spent a few hours there, comes back enchanted.
Who's that woman behind the mask?
It was raining stars at the The Indian International Jewellery Week. Take a look.
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| August 05, 2015 | | Backless beauty!
Sonam Kapoor opened the India International Jewellery Week 2015 in Mumbai.
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| July 19, 2015 | | 15 things we saw at LFW auditions
Photographer Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com was a fly on the wall at the model auditions for Lakme Fashion Week's Winter-Festive season. Here's what he saw!
Pune and its ghosts
We dare you to visit these five haunted places
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| July 07, 2015 | | Hello, Karlie!
Supermodels, actresses, stars... it was one very fine summer afternoon at Kensington Gardens in London.
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| July 05, 2015 | | Back to the 17th Century
An unplanned trip to Hoi An in Vietnam turns out to be more fascinating and historic than the mainstream Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City says Anjuli Bhargava.
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| July 02, 2015 | | The dream team
Givenchy creative director Riccardo Tisci brought together some of the biggest names in the business for a special showing of his menswear line.
Selling salads to promote good health
Meet the Indo-Germans behind Green Tokri -- a unique business venture -- who grow lettuce on their farm outside Pune and make it available at your doorstep so that you can add this nourishing item to your meals each day.
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| June 29, 2015 | | A wine haven for some quiet
Perch, New Delhi's first wine and coffee bar, has an expansive wine list but could do with a few more options for coffee
This Ramzan, break fast with these yummy date dishes
Dates are known to be a good source of fibre and since the ordinary eating pattern is restricted to two big meals during Ramzan, dates ensure one doesn't get constipation and there is clear urination. It also has enough calories to satiate the peak of hunger after the fast ends.
No more blouse blues!
Days of tussles with the local tailor are gone thanks to this online venture!
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| June 25, 2015 | | Who is the hottest June cover girl? VOTE!
The rains have finally arrived but the covers continue to get hotter. Who is your favourite cover girl?
In the land of the demigods
With Tibet to the east and home to three stunning Himalayan ranges, Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh boasts of a colourful culture and beautiful people, says Geetanjali Krishna.
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| June 20, 2015 | | Drape with attitude
With the "#100sareepact" trending, saris have come back into focus as a garment that is contemporary yet comfortable. Ritika Bhatia identifies four labels leading the funky revolution.
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| June 12, 2015 | | #SoStylish you should take notes!
From megawatt glamour on the red carpet to easy style for a day out on the town, an exclusive extract from Vogue India's third annual best-dressed list rounds up the world's most stylish Indian women in every avatar.
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| June 06, 2015 | | Have you been here?
You too can share pictures of your travels in India here and we will publish the best ones right here on Rediff.com!
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| May 30, 2015 | | Have you done this?
Latest in our ongoing series of #India-Photos! You can share your travel photographs too. Post them on ZaraBol and we will carry select images on Rediff.com!
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| May 27, 2015 | | Green is the new black
Over the years, amfAR's annual Cinema Against AIDS benefits have helped raise more than $140 million for amfAR's AIDS research programmes. Here's who showed up this year!
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| May 25, 2015 | | Good lord those legs!
There's good reason why Amal Clooney is the new favourite of the press! :-)
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| May 21, 2015 | | There's something about Lauren
Lauren Gottlieb is our new favourite Bollywood girl. So we just had to travel the half the length of the city if only to see her. Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com carried his camera too :-)
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| May 20, 2015 | | Model Behaviour: Heavenly bodies at Cannes
You've probably seen Aishwarya-Katrina-Sonam's stylish (or otherwise) turns at Cannes endless times by now. Here are a bunch of others who also made heads turn:
The games people played
You may have played them as a child (or not) but Abhijit Masih surely seems to miss some of these wonderfully games he played growing up.
Dad bods: We kinda love this trend
At a time when we are presented with pictures of David Beckham's impossible-to-achieve physique, the dad bod comes as a welcome change.
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| May 18, 2015 | | He cheated!
Because apparently even a supermodel isn't good enough. Sigh! :-/
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| May 14, 2015 | | Puducherry, a walker's delight
Its quiet, whitewashed elegance and colourful vibrancy make the erstwhile colonial town of Puducherry an ambler's delight.
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| May 08, 2015 | | Mcleodganj: The town that slows you down
You cannot just swing by to say hello to the Dalai Lama when you're in Mcleodganj but there's plenty to experience discovers Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.
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| May 05, 2015 | | Jab we Met ;-)
Here's who showed up at this year's Met Gala! :-)
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| May 02, 2015 | | Why the glum face, Posh?
Victoria Beckham, as it turns out, isn't the most stylish Brit of all time, according to a poll. In fact, the fashion diva just barely made it to the top ten in the list. That surely must hurt.
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| April 29, 2015 | | Don't mess with me!
Akshay Kumar made a dashing appearance at the launch of men's fashion week in Mumbai.
Sikkim's Shangri La
The charming town of Pelling can strike a balance between commerce and conservation
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| April 23, 2015 | | Welcome to the beach party!
The hottest swimwear designs from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2015. Which one do you want?
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| April 22, 2015 | | What's the Rush?
It's been a busy few weeks for celebrities in Mumbai -- from store openings to fashion shows and product launches. So how did they fare style-wise? You tell us!
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| April 20, 2015 | | What's the temperature outside?
With the mercury hitting new highs, Marks & Spencer's Spring/Summer 2015 Collection seems like something to look forward to.
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| April 09, 2015 | | The wonder world of Sidhpur's Bohra mansions
A photo series by Sebastian Cortes explores the glorious past and rich legacy of the Bohra Muslims of Sidhpur
Good lord, Nimrat Kaur!
Summer is officially here and the mercury is going through the roof. Can you handle these cover girls? Don't forget to vote for your favourite April cover girl!
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| April 03, 2015 | | Discovering the city on a bike
Three enthusiasts, who now run cycling ventures in Bengaluru, write about biking trails in and around the city
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| April 02, 2015 | | MasterChef recipe: Cheesy Pesto Rice Patty
MasterChef India 4 contestants, Pratibha Kochar and Bhakti Arora share their recipe of this Italian style rice patty served with creamy corn and tomato sauce.
Hey Emma, you're outstanding!
AskMen.com has ranked Emma Watson as the most outstanding woman in the world. (Not that we needed them to tell us that!)
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| March 30, 2015 | | 10 wildlife photos that'll amaze you
One of India's foremost wildlife photographers Rathika Ramasamy shares her most favourite photographs that'll make you go 'wow'.
Sari's the way to go!
A sari is not merely six yards of cloth. Designed right and draped right, it becomes the sexiest thing a woman with any kind of figure can wear. Take a look.
Ankita Shorey is so hot, we're melting!
What do you get when you invite a former Miss India at a Miss India event? This! :-)
Carry on, doctor!
Rajesh Pratap Singh probably had his tongue firmly in cheek when he showcased his hospital-ward-on-the-runway collection.
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| March 22, 2015 | | And then there was Rajkumar Rao
The National Award-winning actor walked the runway for Kunal Anil Tanna.
Who keeps the fashion week ticking?
#People-at-LFW: A blanket that became a shirt :P
Shah Rukh Khan is a proud husband
He may not have been there to cheer for Gauri Khan at Lakme Fashion Week but that doesnt mean he wasn't impressed! :-)
Sunny, Elli, Evelyn on a fashion date
A string of celebrities attended the Lakme fashion week in Mumbai.
Akshara Haasan, the warrior queen!
Dressed in a white and silver outfit by Kanikka Salluja, the actor was beyond recognition in her maiden ramp appearance!
Mandira Bedi's six-yard wonder
Ready, steady, pout!
Nargis Fakhri closed a spectacular show by Suneet Verma at the end of Day Four of Lakme Fashion Week.
So cute, we want to pinch her cheeks!
Anjana Sukhani looked pretty as a petal walking for Parul Bhargava at Lakme Fashion Week.
Is that really Karisma or are we in heaven?
Karisma Kapoor walked for Neha Agarwal and all our dreams came true :-)
'I don't like people wearing blingy stuff'
What's in? What's not? Five beauties describe their fashion quotient.
My god! What tevar!
Arjun Kapoor walked the runway for Kunal Rawal at Lakme Fashion Week. As did Shahid! :-)
The bling thing
Sonu Dharnidharka's latest collection was inspired by all things ancient Greek and served it with a dash of bling :-)
Whatcha lookin' at?
The effervescent Kalki Koechlin closed the show for Nishka Lulla.
Karan Tacker wears flowers and gets it right too!
The actor walked the ramp in a Surya Sarkar creation and has us floored!
Hands up! Quirky, funky designs at LFW
Day Three of Lakme Fashion Week began with a bang, literally. With this line! :-)
Off Ramp Fashion: Just be yourself!
Here's how the fashionistas showed off their style on Day Four of the Lakme Fashion Week. Text and photographs: Paloma Sharma
Mirror mirror on the wall...
The lovely Tamannah Bhatia closed the show for designer Payal Singhal. Snapshots from the collection.
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| March 21, 2015 | | Travel in style!
Interesting separates, that you could mix and match, were the highlight of Nimish Shah's travel inspired collection.
An athlete on the ramp
Instead of running on the tracks model Ashwati Ramesh opted for the runway. Paloma Sharma finds out why.
'Lights, Camera, Action'
Nikhil Thampi's 'Lights, Camera, Action' collection is a glorious tribute to the glitz-driven Bollywood in the nineties.
Spotted: Kalki, Nargis at fashion week
Here's who showed up at Lakme Fashion Week.
Diwali on the ramp!
Nitya Arora delved into and the much-loved Star Wars movies for her jewellery collection, Iridescent Space.
Esha Gupta puts her best foot forward :-)
The Bollywood star closed the show for Arpita Mehta.
Watch out! Dangerous curves ahead!
Ileana D'cruz walked the runway for Anushree Reddy on Day Four of Lakme Fashion Week and we were weak in our knees! :-P
Dino Morea is the man!
The Bollywood actor walked the runway for designer Sahil Aneja. And he blew our mind!
Go Girl!
Style icon Gauri Khan launches her first collection for Satya Paul. We bet a certain SRK's impressed!
Are Indian models not getting their due?
Mumbai-based model and design graduate Ritu Rathod gets candid.
Woot! Monica Dogra is here!
When we saw her on the runway with Aditya Roy Kapoor for Tom Tailor, we couldn't stop ourselves from wolf-whistling!
Our hearts just skipped a beat!
That is Malaika Arora Khan and boy did she knock our socks off!
Off ramp fashion: Quirky and bohemian
We caught up with 6 nattily dressed ladies who were not on the ramp at the Lakme Fashion Week.
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| March 20, 2015 | | Ooh aah, Soha!
The newlywed Bollywood star closed the show for Babita Malkani.
Sublime to the quirky! Designs from LFW
Photographer Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com aims his camera at two very diverse shows on Day Three.
Indian looms hit the runway
While Kiram Uttam Ghosh was inspired by Khadi, Deepika Govind soaked in the colours and culture of Rajasthan.
How not to wear a jacket
Easies showcased their new line at Lakme Fashion Week on Day Two.
Look what we spotted!
Photographer Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com definitely has an eye for the unusual.
#People-at-LFW: 'I like sexy and I think sexy'
We bring you interesting snapshots of people attending the Lakme Fashion Week here in Mumbai.
Hello, sailor!
Sarah Jane Dias serenades hunks on LFW runway.
Weaving magic
Shruti Sancheti gives her 'Nomaadistan' collection an adventurous touch while Soumitra Mondal gives traditional Indianwear a contemporary, royal look...
Hey beautiful!
Photographer Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com and his sharp eyes bring you some of the most stylish people who were not on the runway on Day 3 of Lakme Fashion Week.
'Not every model is dumb'
Germany-born Indian model Sheela Tiruchi talks about the most struggling days of her career and tells us why the profession deserves it due.
How model Raymond Gazi's life took a U-turn
Rouhalllah Quazim aka Raymond Gazi had a tough time surviving in the modeling world. Until, this ad happened to him. Divya Nair/Rediff.com interviews the Kashmiri model on his career highs and lows
If looks could kill!
Riteish Deshmukh closed the show for Raghavendra Rathore on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.
Oh how we've missed you, Vidya!
It has been a while since we've seen her on the big screen so you can imagine how thrilled we were to see Vidya Balan in flesh and blood at Lakme Fashion Week.
Traditional mulmul gets a glam slam!
Mulmul was the fabric of choice for these designers who showcased their collection as part of the specially curated show by Harper's Bazaar.
#NavrozeRecipes: Bring in the New Year with a bang!
Saturday marks the Zoroastrian New Year or Navroze. Coomi Selod shares with us these special recipes that are prepared on this special day.
Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week
"When I came to India, I did not have a plan. I had no friends or mentors. The journey to success hasn't been easy. But looking back, I feel the struggle was worth it. My parents and siblings are very proud of me today," says the 23 year old, Ugochi Latoya Igwilo.
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| March 19, 2015 | | More retro!
The '70s India. A Parisian apartment of 1945. More '70s. And yet another retro line!
Dia Mirza is so beautiful our hearts are racing
The Bollywood actress closed the show for Anavila Misra on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.
Chak De, Sago!
Chak De! India star, Sagarika Ghatge was the showstopper for Pallavi Singhee.
LFW's most stylish people not on the runway
Uday Kuckian and Divya Nair turn on their fashion radar.
Vaani goes to the beach
Vaani Kapoor closed the show for Sailex on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.
Spinning yarns
It's durable, it's perfect for our weather and, now, it's fashionable.
Pallavi Das: Gradually my parents accepted me
'When your parents don't support you, the struggle becomes a little extra difficult for you. But I would always keep them in the loop informing them wherever I went, whatever work I did,' says model Pallavi Das about the biggest challenge of her career
Miss Endless Legs
'Everyone likes to see your photos and commercials, but they don't want to give you a loan or accommodation. I find that very strange,' says leggy model Radhika Nair
Makeup lessons from Shraddha Kapoor
The Bollywood star took to the runway for Lakme's 'Makeup Show'.
Blue is the warmest colour
Bollywood\'s favourite designer showed that fashion has a heart too!
ModelSpeak: I used to feel that established models are very snooty and will give you a hard time
Says Jantee Hazarika about what she thought of the people in a career she chose but was surprised how friendly and helping models like Carol Gracias, Archana Akhil Kumar and Candice Pinto turned out to be.
Feeling blue?
Manish Malhotra showcased his latest collection Blue Runway at an offsite venue during the latest edition of Lakme Fashion Week. Here's who turned up to support the maestro.
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| March 12, 2015 | | Ways of seeing
What makes Ashdeen Lilaowala's work with the Parsi gara so important? Read on.
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| March 11, 2015 | | How to wear linen
Raymond India recently unveiled it all-new linen collection, designed by Suket Dhir.
Hello glamorous!
Here's what you can expect at Lakme Fashion Week!
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| March 10, 2015 | | A small measure of peace
There's something quite serene about an endless stretch of barren land discovers Abhishek Mande Bhot/Rediff.com
Jeffrey Archer: 'I don't want to be a Bollywood superstar'
He keeps a Ganesha idol in his room. His next book will have eight chapters set in Mumbai. He loves India; it's his biggest market. Yet there is one thing that bestselling Jeffrey Archer detests -- it actually drives him nuts! -- about this country.
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| March 09, 2015 | | Game changing flavours
Leading chefs from across the country share their journeys to find exotic ingredients and techniques.
Renewal at Puri
It takes a festival for a city to reinvent itself.
Women who spell class
They don't have to speak out real loud or wear revealing outfits to make their presence felt. These women, across generations, know just how to make their presence felt and we doff our hats! (You should to!)
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| February 22, 2015 | | She's still got it!
Naomi Campbell shows just why age is just a number at the Fashion for Relief charity fashion show that kicked off the London Fashion Week.
PICS: Free India's first man-made hill station
The Lavassa township, described as 'free India's first man-made hill station', is nestled in the Mose valley of Western Ghats, popularly known as the Sahyadris in Maharashtra.
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| February 19, 2015 | | A tasty way to eat your beets!
Hate beetroot? Try this delicious Beetroot Dhokla recipe.
Top 10 food cities
The good folks at National Geographic list out the most popular dishes that are as popular as the cities where they were invented.
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| February 08, 2015 | | #GetTheLook! Sonam Kapoor and Monica Dogra
In Vogue India's February 2015 issue, with celebrities' signature beauty looks as reference, Parizad Khan Sethi finds out how your make-up must-haves are a reflection of your personality.
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| January 31, 2015 | | On a wine trail in Nashik
It is clear that wineries with good facilities for visitors will gain significantly both in image as well as in commercial terms, says Bengaluru-based wine consultant Alok Chandra.
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| January 23, 2015 | | Recipe: Brown Rice and Sprouts Pulao
When two seemingly boring ingredients -- brown rice and moong sprouts -- are spiced with veggies, the end result is surprisingly amazing, says food blogger Smruti Shah!
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| January 22, 2015 | | What these hot models have been up to!
A round-up of all the action from the lives of India's top models... as seen through their Instagram feeds :-) So here's what India's top models have been up to:
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| January 21, 2015 | | Street food goes glam
From nitrogen frozen bhel puri and pav bhaji fondue to duck chilli samosas and paapri pizzas, fine-dining restaurants are now adding a bit of zing to the humble street food
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| January 19, 2015 | | Oxfordwallahs love papads!
Recipe: How to make Chicken Sukka
Food blogger Swayampurna Mishra tells you how to make tasty chicken at home.
Making homes more fashionable
"The space you inhabit is an extension of yourself," Nainika Karan had said in an interview. It is with this thought that Gauri and Nainika have extended their fashion line to home decor as well. Pradeep Sachdeva, architect and owner of a design studio, reviews fashion designer Gauri and Nainika's new home decor label
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| December 05, 2014 | | 5 things lucky people do
Bestselling author Ashwin Sanghi says that it is indeed possible to 'attract' good luck!
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| December 02, 2014 | | A fashion show to fight AIDS
On December 1, the divas of the fashion industry came together to pledge their support to eradicate the stigma and discrimination towards HIV and AIDS victims.
Sweet treat: Crispy Apple Crumble recipe
A crunchy cinnamon-spiced fruit dessert topped with oats and nuts. Do you have a recipe to share? Email it to us!
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| November 30, 2014 | | Top 4 Sky Bars in Mumbai
Enjoy the beauty of the city from the top of the world. Here is a round-up of the best four Sky Bars that you should head to, whenever the next special occasion comes by.
Top 10: The greatest music festivals in the world
From the UK to Poland, each of these festivals attract the best of crowds. Have you booked your tickets yet?
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| November 29, 2014 | | A room with a whew!
Harnoor Channi Tiwary who recently moved to Mumbai is now exploring the outskirts of the city!
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| November 14, 2014 | | #CutiesWithKids: You can share your pics too!
We had invited you, our dear readers, to share with us your cuties, i.e., cute selfies with kids and we have been overwhelmed with your responses. Here is the first set!
Sorry Mumbai, but Tibet's night life never ends!
Tibet is not this desolate, god-forsaken land that you have imagined it to be, discovers Saisuresh Sivaswamy.
Healthy recipe: How to make Oats ice cream
Rediff reader Sonal Kalra Mascarenhas sent us this interesting recipe.
Love him, hate him, Dan Brown is a rockstar!
Bestselling author Dan Brown spoke at the Penguin Annual Lecture in Mumbai on November 12. Snapshots from the evening
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| November 09, 2014 | | From Amritsar with Love
In the second part of a series, we bring you recipes from chef Vikas Khanna's latest book.
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| October 26, 2014 | | Google Nexus 9 looks absolutely stunning!
Google released the new Nexus 9 amid high expectations, and by the looks of it, the tablet looks like a worthy upgrade to last year's Nexus 7, says Himanshu Juneja.
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| September 29, 2014 | | Aditi Rao Hydari just made us weak in our knees
Here's a round up of everyone who's someone who attended the GQ Men of the Year Awards held in Mumbai over the weekend.
Healthy eating lessons from our ancestors
Modern science, has taken decades and decades to prove what has been clearly documented almost 3500 years ago in our ancient texts like the Ashtanga Hridaya, says V R Ananthoo, a strong advocate of age-old healthy eating practices and one of the coordinators of Safe Food Alliance.
Is Apple iOS 8 a flop show?
On the contrary. The biggest iOS upgrade that Apple has released promises to take on the might of Android provided the company quickly fixes the bugs that users have been facing with iOS 8.
Fasting recipe: How to make Sabudana Khichdi
Do you have an interesting fasting recipe for Navratri? Share your favourite recipes with us!
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| September 04, 2014 | | So, will you wear these LFW creations?
Because sometimes, just sometimes, designers go trigger happy! :-)
Is the Xiaomi Mi 3 worth Rs 14,000?
What does the Mi 3 offer buyers at this price? A closer look at the phone that sold 95,000 units in six online flash sales.
Onam recipes: Sambaar, Avial, Kaalan and more
The traditional Onasadhya is incomplete without these sumptuous preparations made from rice, coconut, milk and assorted veggies.
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| August 30, 2014 | | A slice of France, right here in Mumbai
Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ), a global restaurant chain started in Belgium in 1990 has managed to transform a little part of Mumbai into Europe itself, says Harnoor Channi-Tiwary
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| August 29, 2013 | | High fashion is severely low on soul
18-year-old Paloma Sharma had never been to a fashion week until a few days ago. She writes about what it feels like to stick out like a sore thumb.
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| December 27, 2012 | | Chetan Bhagat, India's Charles Dickens
Characters that populate his novels, preoccupations they have, ambitions they nurse and obstacles they encounter are all endearingly those of today's real-life India, says Ajit Balakrishnan
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| October 15, 2012 | | Google doodles for cartoonist Winsor Zenic McCay
American cartoonist Winsor Zenic McCay had inspired the likes of Walt Disney and several other animators of his time. Google pays a tribute to his genius with this interactive doodle.
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| July 16, 2012 | | Chat with author of <I>Kiss and Tell</I>
Political journalist and author of Kiss and Tell Nistula Hebber will take questions on her book, walking the power corridors and falling in love at the wrong place and at the wrong time.
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| June 26, 2012 | | Excerpt: Komal Mehta's Nick of Time
Nick of Time tells the story of Alehya who returns in a state of bliss to Chandigarh after ten years to attend her childhood friend Shagun's wedding only to realise that her future husband is a man she hates, well almost. We bring you an excerpt from the upcoming book.
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| February 24, 2012 | | Cooking with Poo and six REALLY ODD book titles
The Diagram Prize for Oddest Book Title of the Year was conceived as a way to avoid boredom at the annual Frankfurt Book Fair. Check out what titles are in the running this year.
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| November 14, 2011 | | Nature trails and camps with WWF
The World Wildlife Federation is organising a series of nature walks and nature camps through the first three months of next year. Here is a list of places you can visit with the group.
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| July 18, 2011 | | 'My most beloved Delhiite, author Arundhati Roy'
The Delhi Walla -- Portraits is the fourth and final volume in a series of books that brings together the best of writer-photographer Mayank Austen Soofi's blog The Delhi Walla. We bring you an excerpt.
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| April 07, 2011 | | 'I had married a thief'
Love on the Rocks by former management professional Ismita Tandon Dhankher is "a romantic thriller that tests the bonds of love and marriage against a backdrop of suspense, intrigue and psychological undercurrents". We bring you an excerpt.
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| April 01, 2011 | | Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas
Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas by media professional Madhuri Banerjee is the fictional story of Kaveri, a 30-year-old interpreter by profession whose aim is to 'figure out the language of love'. We bring you an excerpt.
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| March 21, 2011 | | Kate's sheer dress attracted Wills! And you?
It is believed that Kate Middleton's stint on a college ramp in a sexy see-through number is what sealed her royal destiny. What were you wearing when your partner was first attracted to you?
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| November 12, 2010 | | Soon, 9-inch 'Sky Heel' to hit stores!
Shoppers are all set to go Gaga for new platforms which will be the highest available on the High Street -- at a whopping nine inch heel.
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| October 29, 2010 | | Miss World pageant returns to China
A bevy of 120 beauties from around the globe will don their most alluring evening gowns and sexiest swimwear on Saturday for the Miss World pageant in the Chinese resort town of Sanya.
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| September 30, 2010 | | Look: Ash stuns on the red carpet in Paris
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, along with hubby Abhishek showed up at Roberto Cavalli's 40th anniversary celebration in Paris yesterday.
A gadget bike for James Bond
The bike, to be displayed at next week's Cycle Show at Earls Court in London, also boasts a caterpillar track for smooth riding over potholed roads.
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| September 20, 2010 | | Models catwalk nude: Does fashion know no rules?
Charlie Le Mindu, the favourite wigmaker of popstar Lady Gaga, broke the last taboo in the fashion world by sending stark naked models down the catwalk at the ongoing London Fashion Week.
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| September 15, 2010 | | New 3D Wonderbra ad 'distraction to drivers'
A 3D advertisement by bra company Wonderbra, which features a well-enhanced woman's cleavage, is being considered a road safety hazard, as it can be distracting for drivers.
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| September 01, 2010 | | Poll: Curvy like Christina or slim like Kate?
Young women want to look like curvaceous Christina Hendricks and not supermodel Kate Moss, according to Cosmopolitan magazine. Would you rather be curvy or waif-thin?
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| August 12, 2010 | | Jennifer Aniston's monthly beauty budget: $30!
If you've been splurging like crazy on expensive cosmetic products, listen to how one of the most beautiful women in the world maintains her looks on a shoestring budget.
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