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How to Adapt the Mediterranean Diet for an Indian Vegetarian Kitchen: 8 Practical Swaps

1. Use dal and paneer to carry the protein load fish usually doesThe Mediterranean diet's most cited health credential is the 2013 PREDIMED trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, which found a 30% reduction in major cardiovascular events among participants who followed it, and the diet's plant-based…

Times Life · Aug 24

Global Market Today: Asian stocks dip with AI in focus, oil declines

MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge dipped 0.1%, with the Kospi Index in South Korea — a bellwether for AI investments — falling 1.2%. However, US equity-index futures erased earlier losses to edged up, with contracts for the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 climbing 0.1%.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Iran says new sanctions threatened by 'desperate' US will fail

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has dismissed threatened US sanctions as a sign of desperation, insisting they will fail to defeat Tehran. The warning comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively blocked, disrupting oil shipments and raising prices. Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir is also due to visit Tehran.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

The Iran war could last 'deep into 2027' as the Strait of Hormuz isn't that closed, allowing more oil to leak out—but major escalation is likely soon

"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."

Fortune · Aug 23

55 weird things for your bathroom that are genius as hell

These finds can drastically improve your next trip to the toilet.

Mic · Aug 23

Skin Feeling Oily and Dry at the Same Time During Monsoon? Here's Why

Ever looked in the mirror during monsoon and thought, Why is my face so oily when it feels completely dry? You are definitely not imagining it. One minute your forehead looks shiny, and the next your cheeks feel tight or your skin starts showing tiny dry patches. Monsoon skin can…

MyLifeXP · Aug 23

I brought my yellowed pillowcases back to bright white using a simple 2-ingredient soak

Restore yellowed white pillowcases with a hot water, baking soda, and vinegar soak that strips body oils for a bright, like-new finish.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 23

Trump’s ‘D-Day’ economic war on Iran: Why Gulf states are most worried

US President Donald Trump is preparing to take his campaign against Iran into a new phase, with Washington threatening tougher sanctions and economic isolation in a bid to force Tehran into accepting a deal. But the strategy carries a major risk for the Gulf: Iran could respond not by capitulating,…

The Times of India · Aug 23

Wrap aluminium foil around your plants: Here’s what this simple household hack can do in your garden

Wrap aluminium foil around your plants: Gardeners can use reflective aluminium foil around young plants to help deter aphids. The reflective surface can interfere with how some flying insects locate plants, and research suggests this method is most effective when used around small vegetable plants. However, tightly wrapping foil around…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

How to reuse empty cream or oil bottles: Easy DIY crafts & hacks to turn waste into useful home items

Empty beauty and oil containers can be surprisingly useful around the home. With a thorough clean, many of them can be repurposed in simple and practical ways. Small jars can be turned into mini planters or used to organise small items, while pump bottles can work well as dispensers for…

The Economic Times · Aug 23