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Three techniques to sharpen your eye makeup

Three techniques to sharpen your eye makeup

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

For those who find eye makeup difficult to get right, three straightforward techniques can lift the result considerably. The approach focuses on blending, placement and definition, offering a repeatable method that works across everyday and occasion looks without requiring extensive products or professional skill.

High-protein kung pao chicken noodles at 450 calories

High-protein kung pao chicken noodles at 450 calories

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

A nutritionist has shared a kung pao chicken noodle preparation delivering 52g of protein at roughly 450 calories per serving. The dish is pitched as an indulgent but controlled option for weekend meals, combining lean protein with familiar flavours while keeping the overall calorie load moderate.

Chef Ranveer Brar says coriander stems hold the real flavour

Chef Ranveer Brar says coriander stems hold the real flavour

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Coriander is central to Indian cooking, adding freshness and a light citrus note that offsets heat in a dish. Chef Ranveer Brar argues the stems, or dhaniya ki dandi, carry more concentrated flavour than the leaves most cooks favour, and urges home cooks to stop discarding them and build them into everyday preparations instead.

How India's dining table became a design statement

How India's dining table became a design statement

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

A decade ago most Indian households bought a single dinner set, often around a wedding, and reserved the good crockery for guests. Decor conversations centred on sofas, wall colours and lighting rather than tableware. That has shifted: tablescapes now feature on Instagram, weekend hosting has become more deliberate, and brands like Nestasia arrived as buyers began caring.

Why old injuries ache when it rains, explained by a pain physician

Why old injuries ache when it rains, explained by a pain physician

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Many people notice joint pain or flare-ups from old injuries during the monsoon or when temperatures dip. Anaesthesiologist and interventional pain specialist Dr Kunal Sood explained the phenomenon in a video posted on July 18, setting out why those with chronic conditions or prior injuries tend to feel symptoms resurface as weather shifts.

Ramayana cast turns out in traditional couture at Delhi launch

Ramayana cast turns out in traditional couture at Delhi launch

19 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Promotions for Ramayana: Part 1 began in New Delhi on Saturday, with the cast and crew joined by guests from the film industry. Sai Pallavi, who plays Sita, arrived in a shimmering gold Kanjeevaram saree with a magenta border, while Ranbir Kapoor, cast as Ram, appeared in formal traditional wear alongside Rakul Preet Singh.

Seven monsoon hair myths a hair expert says to drop

Seven monsoon hair myths a hair expert says to drop

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Every monsoon brings the same complaints — more hair fall, frizz, dullness and an oilier scalp — which most people treat as separate problems. Hair expert Navneet Misra, founder of Xtovia, argues they are usually symptoms of one underlying issue: how structurally sound the hair fibre already was before the season began.

Male factors cause nearly half of infertility cases, says urologist

Male factors cause nearly half of infertility cases, says urologist

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Infertility has long been treated as a woman's health issue, but male factors contribute to nearly half of all cases among infertile couples, says urologist and andrologist Dr Sanjay Prakash J. He notes the condition is often silent: a man may have normal sexual desire and performance yet still produce insufficient sperm.

Five specialty coffee myths worth unlearning

Five specialty coffee myths worth unlearning

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

India's coffee culture is shifting rapidly as drinkers move beyond instant coffee towards speciality cafes and start paying attention to origin and craft. Miguel Villaquiran, chief executive and co-founder of Libertario, unpicks common misconceptions — among them the widespread belief that a darker roast automatically means a stronger or better cup.

Oncologist explains what to eat when breaking a fast

Oncologist explains what to eat when breaking a fast

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Fasting has moved from a largely religious practice into a mainstream health trend, making the manner of breaking it increasingly important. In an Instagram post on July 5, oncologist Dr Jayesh Sharma explained how fasting works, what foods are appropriate when ending one, and which groups should avoid fasting altogether.

On the rituals we stop noticing until they are gone

On the rituals we stop noticing until they are gone

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

A decade-old photograph from a beach where his daughter once played prompted writer Charles Assisi to ask when those evening rituals quietly ended. He never knew which made-up bedtime story would be the last. The essay examines how routines that anchor family life dissolve without announcement, and what their loss says about intention.

The fears and myths behind how the planets got their names

The fears and myths behind how the planets got their names

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

We assume everyone looks up at the same sky, but what different cultures saw varied widely. Romans named the visible planets after gods matching their mood: reddish Mars for war, twinkling Venus for beauty, fast-moving Mercury for the messenger, vast Jupiter for the king of gods and slow Saturn for time. China read the heavens differently.

Nutritionist flags the eating habits that drive belly fat

Nutritionist flags the eating habits that drive belly fat

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Belly fat is commonly blamed on eating too much, but that is only part of the picture. Nutritionist Dr Rohini Patil, founder of Nutracy Lifestyle, says what you eat, when you eat it and how the body processes it all matter, identifying the eating patterns that promote insulin resistance and abdominal weight gain.

Nolan's The Odyssey opens with a bard and a rap summary of the Iliad

Nolan's The Odyssey opens with a bard and a rap summary of the Iliad

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey begins in a great hall with a bard played by Travis Scott, drawing a line between ancient epic performance and modern rap. Scott condenses the Iliad into a single phrase before the sequel begins. The casting of Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy drew backlash from conservative quarters online.

Why wiping down gym equipment guards against ringworm

Why wiping down gym equipment guards against ringworm

18 Jul 2026 · Health · Hindustan Times

Regular gym use brings hygiene obligations in a shared space, including wiping equipment before and after use. Beyond leaving machines free of sweat, Dr Kunal Sood says the habit helps prevent skin infections such as ringworm, a fungal condition that spreads readily on shared surfaces in humid conditions.