Everyone loves Netflix, but do you know its origins? If you’ve got a smartphone, a computer or a smart TV, the chances of you subscribing to an online movie streaming platform are VERY HIGH. Netflix, the original of these platforms with its iconic ‘Netflix and chill’ tagline, became the one-stop shop for all things movies and shows. According to sites like fortune.com, its services alone constitute about 15% of all the world’s internet bandwidth! Not bad for a company that started by posting

As another election season comes to an end in India, it leaves us with lingering doubts – introspection into what could have been avoided and needs to be mended. Aggressive campaigning amidst pandemic led to a rocketing spike of cases, an unexpected setback for the central ruling party. But the fundamental and crucial issue that remains unnoticed is the staggering ratio between the number of male contenders to female contenders in the election. Have you ever pondered on the count? Well, it’s shocking to note that the count not even close!

Covid-19 has impacted many but the sex workers across the globe have been the worst affected. The entire industry has come to a standstill amidst the protocol, with their livelihoods at stake. Most of them are on the verge of starvation and struggling to make their ends meet. Alarmingly, there are over 800,00 sex workers in India. Spread across eight large red light areas and over 16 small clusters scattered across the country. The lockdown and covid norms have made thousands of them penniless prone to deplorable conditions. The social stigma and discrimination deny them basic moral support or cooperation from the nearby communities.

Raised in a small town in Maine, born to immigrant parents, it has indeed been a long journey in filmmaking for the Indian American writer and director, Mahesh Pailoor. Mahesh was chosen from 500 applicants for the NBC’s Emerging Director program, the network’s annual initiative for ethnically diverse male and gender non-binary directors. Celebrating its 10 year anniversary, the program aims to increase representation among scripted series directors.

Even as classical dance retains venerable space contemporary versions have grown. Dance is also a popular fitness option. Today is InternationalDance Day It is poetry of feet, driven by passion, dedication, and devotion. Dance is a mesmerising art form that enables one to express emotions with grace and poise much more eloquently than words.

Splash yourself in a spectacular sea of colors as Denver is set to welcome a one-of-a-kind body art festival. Denver Colorfest is happening this Saturday, August 19 at EXDO Event Center, in the heart of RiNo Art District. Denver based body artists will display their incredible work of art, painting people from head to toe in glitter, fluorescent body paint, colored powder and unique UV designs at the venue. The event is believed to be the largest body art festival in Denver with participation fr

Travelling has become the new rejuvenation mantra. Taking out time from their busy lives and packing one’s bags to hit the road for a holiday is currently a routine weekend affair for many. Opting for a package, as suggested by a tour operator is an old story. Travelling with ease, making their own itinerary, and learning all about the destination before starting the trip is the new generation traveller. Gathering maximum information from online travelogues and travel diaries of fellow traveller

Are you afraid of monsters? If so, then don’t be. Here are monsters that will bring a smile to your face. You will find them peeping from cupboards, windows or even meet you by the road side. An innovative idea of Sebin Simon, a freelance illustrator, these monsters have been giving joy and hope to people weighed down by the drudgery of day-to-day living. Creative head at an ad agency in Mumbai, Sebin created this unique concept of ‘Monster Series’, three months back. After its successful launc

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Spreading awareness with various innovative measures, it is aimed at creating a world safe from bullying. According to the national statistics on the Unites States official website on bullying, stopbullying.gov, between one in four and one in three students in United States have been bullied at school, with the majority falling in the age group 12-18. Though there is a growing awareness around the problem of bullying and studies suggest a decrease

“I was completely shocked when I heard about the nominations at the Grammys. The album was a creation out of a mother’s love for her child and I never expected it to reach such heights,” said Falguni Shah, who has her album, Falu’s Bazaar nominated for the Best Children’s album category at the Grammys, which will be held on February 10, 2019. Unlike other conventional albums made for children, what makes Falu’s Bazaar unique is the wonderful compositional quality and distinct thought process th