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Building community networks of caregiving can help us move away from artificial, privatised care. The house is in chaos. Lata, caregiver to 95-year-old Vinata, has chosen not to return. She is the fourth caregiver to leave in the last two months. Lata is 60 years old and has a daughter who is usually at work….
Horror-comedy ‘Prakambanam’ is exceeding expectations, with a remarkable jump on its third day. The film has garnered over Rs 3 crores worldwide, a significant achievement for its modest budget and promotions. Initial reviews are largely positive, praising its entertaining first half and lead performances, though some note a dip in later narrative quality. This could…
Vijay Varma created a huge stir on the internet with his Valentine’s day story. People thought he’s now in a new relationship after break up with Tamannaah Bhatia and the actor made it official on social media. But no, here’s the twist in the tale. On February 14, Vijay uploaded an Instagram story that instantly…
Transport dept headquarters in Guindy CHENNAI: Launched with fanfare and built at a cost of several hundred crores of rupees, a string of high-value public infrastructure projects across the city remains underutilised years after inauguration. The projects include the transport dept headquarters in Guindy, the Kolathur ornamental fish trade centre, the Mudichur bus terminus, the…
The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged when it meets in the coming week, holding firm despite President Donald Trump’s pressure to slash levels as it guards against threats to its independence.The central bank has cut rates three consecutive times since September as the jobs market weakened, bringing them to…
Home becomes your lucky centre today. The Moon connects with your domestic sector, and you’ll feel your mother’s support, either through her words, her food, or a simple blessing on a phone call. Even if you live away, that warmth reaches you.Your mind turns towards comfort and improvement. There are small details to be noticed…
A huge ancient stone city buried for thousands of years in northern China has just become even more mysterious. Archaeologists working at the Houchengzui Stone City in Inner Mongolia have uncovered a hidden underground tunnel network dating back roughly 4,300 to 4,500 years. The tunnels were reportedly hidden beneath one of the largest and most…
Talk show host Sherri Shepherd has revealed she has COVID-19, explaining her absence from the show following its cancellation announcement. She expressed gratitude for fan support and promised to address the show’s end, attributed to a changing TV landscape, once she recovers. The production company indicated interest in exploring other platforms for the show. Days…
A playback song from Chak De! India goes: “Baadal par paanv hain, ya chhoota gaon hai, ab toh bhai chal padi, apni yeh naav hai – our feet rest on clouds, or perhaps it’s a village left behind; our little boat has finally set sail.” The song creates imagery of freedom, of soaring high, of…
Delhi Capitals produced a dominant all-round performance to book their place in a fourth straight Women’s Premier League final, beating Gujarat Giants by seven wickets in the Eliminator on Tuesday.After choosing to bowl, Delhi’s disciplined attack kept Gujarat to a competitive but manageable 168 for 7. The Capitals struck early through Chinelle Henry, who removed…
