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Everybody loves a laugh
The daily dose of comics can actually make your day and keep the laugh lines intact. Whether it is the linguistic pun in `Asterix' or biting sarcasm in `Garfield', comic books can be devoured anytime, anywhere, writes MINI ANTHIKAD-CHHIBBER.


It's a wonderful world
MAKING LISTS are tricky business and a list of favourite comic books even more so. However exhaustive, there is always the chance of leaving out someone's favourite. With all due apologies to the funnies that have not been mentioned, here goes - ...
Serious business
T Sri Suresh's collection of 1,500 books is a treasure trove for the enthusiast and casual reader alike.
Interview
Words say it all
Having been in Bollywood for more than three decades, script-writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar shares his thoughts on the trend in modern film songs and on writing for youngsters.
Lifestyle
Captivating cane
Forget teak and cedar. The new rage is bamboo and cane. Just a stroll across the Khairatabad-Panjagutta road will give you a good look at the crafted furniture.
The magic of numbers
Ensuring that children understand the concept of numbers is of prime importance while teaching mathematics. Here are some simple ways... .
Fashion
Chic crystal
The Summer 2002 fashion jewellery with clear crystals set in gold and white metal is a collection to look for this season.
Facials for all
Apart from the cleansing, nourishing and toning, a variety of facials for different skin types has many advantages.
Cinema
Real hero
TO THINK that the hero in a film will be heroic off screen would be believing in the impossible. We are aware of how superstars play philanthropist's roles on screen and then stay clear of such activities in real life. But M. Lakshmana Swamy ...
Nothing changes
IT IS now clear that promises made at the children film festivals are just promises. Nothing gets translated into action. The chief minister urging film-makers to make more films for children and film-makers promising to do has been just a final ...
Star spotting
AS ALWAYS is the case, it took the Tamil film industry to recognise talent and produce a fine actor while Telugu film industry plays safe by roping in already successful artistes. Sriram is the new kid on the bloc who's set to storm Telugu films ...
Heroes graduate
YOUNG HEROES who romanced within the college campus till now, are stepping out for some action. From `soft' love stories, the boys are now concentrating on action on the streets. Adi created the mood with NTR Jr. getting tough with the ...
Remembering Jandhyala
IT IS already a year since noted director-writer Jandhyala passed away. Actors from Telugu film industry, specially the comedians continue to miss `Hasya Brahma' and plans are afoot to organise programmes to keep his memory alive by staging some ...
Music
Strings of success
Pursuing music and chartered accountancy comes easy to Jaywant Naidu. A specialist in Hawiian guitar, Naidu devotes his time equally in getting youngsters interested in music.
Here comes Indipop
From Alisha Chinai to Daler Mehndi to budding bands across the border, and the plethora of remix albums, popular music in India has been evolving all the time.
Viva all the way...
VIVA IS the final result of some rigorous talent search across the country. After being grilled by the judges Sandeep Chowta, Shubha Mudgal, Sushma Reddy and Manish Malhotra - and groomed by the finest talent in the country in the field of ...
Eating Out
Deep-sea experience
The new branch of the Minerva Coffee Shop and Blue Fox in Ameerpet is a boon to all who value good food in a pleasant ambience.
Cuisine
The knight of Shallot
Onions are not just a way to spice up your food. From possessing aphrodisiac properties to curing ailments, these strong-smelling fiery bulbs have the power to keep doctors away.
Truly Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu Food Festival at Firdaus, Taj Krishna, is an authentic experience to savour.
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