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Rakhi Special: 5 Unique Cocktails to Toast the Bond of Siblinghood

Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or planning a cozy get-together with your siblings, these Rakshabandhan-inspired cocktails will add a splash of flavor and a dash of festivity to your celebrations From traditional flavors with a twist to modern concoctions that will impress even the most discerning palate, these cocktail recipes are sure to make

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We decided on fresh start in L.A. Would the move ease my depression?

We drove up a steep hill in our packed doughnut food truck to see our new house in Glassell Park for the first time. But we weren’t prepared for the stress of that hillside drive. Who knew that such pockets of treacherous roads existed just east of the 2 Freeway? This was a different level

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Top 5 Smooth Whiskies for Your Brother’s Raksha Bandhan Cheers

If you’re searching for a gift that speaks to the modern sibling, our curated list of the top five smooth whiskies is sure to impress. Cheers to a bond that only gets better with age with our top picks of whiskies that will make this Rakhi truly special With Raksha Bandhan just around the corner,

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What is the ‘shadow self’? A guide to the term coined by Carl Jung

Earlier this year, a spiritual coach and reiki healer who goes by the name Zen Oasis posted a video to TikTok explaining the idea of “the shadow self” to her 167,000 followers. Sitting lotus-style in a yellow halter top with a stick of sage smoldering in one hand, the Atlanta native described an exercise she

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How To Plan an Unforgettable Destination Wedding

India is a beautiful country full of diversity, and offers a slew of exotic wedding destinations depending on a couple’s preference and liking. While the palaces of Rajasthan in Udaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur provide royal backdrops, Goa is attractive for those who want a beach wedding. Similarly, a wedding in the Himalayas is perfect for

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How the Hollywood Bowl rideshare lot works

Being at the Hollywood Bowl to see a show is a magical experience. Getting there? Not so much, thanks to streets that get so clogged with traffic that it sometimes feels like every single one of the 17,000 people filling the storied venue to capacity are behind the wheel of their own car inching slowly

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6 Must-Visit Restaurants for Wheat-Based Dishes

From the bustling streets of Hyderabad to the cosmopolitan cities of Bengaluru and Mumbai, and the cultural hub of Pune, India boasts a rich tapestry of wheat-based delights. Here are some hidden gems that offer amazing wheat-based dishes across the coastal regions of India. Wheat is a staple food for billions of people especially in

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Do adaptogens work? Explaining the trendy nonalcoholic drink

Licorice root, reishi mushrooms and vitamin B-6 are often among the ingredients listed in adaptogenic drinks. (Rebecca Peloquin / For The Times) It’s not enough for a drink just to taste good anymore. Most specialty grocery or liquor stores now offer colorful cans and bottles that advertise so-called adaptogens, ingredients that beverage companies claim can

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Raksha Bandhan 2024: 6 Must-Have Items for a Perfect Rakhi Thali!

Published By: Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: August 18, 2024, 08:00 IST Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 19 this year. (Image: Shutterstock) Before tying Rakhi to their brothers, sisters prepare a thali with rakhi and other valuables. Brothers vow to protect their sisters from harm on Raksha Bandhan. Raksha Bandhan is one of the

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They turned a fixer-upper cabin near Joshua Tree into an artsy escape

On a sunny spring afternoon in the high desert, Adam Miller and Devon Oder prepared to welcome guests — friends, neighbors, artists and family members — to a reception for artist B. Wurtz at their one-bedroom cabin in Yucca Valley. Like many Los Angeles parents of young children who needed a break during the COVID-19

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