Why was tomato ketchup considered as a medicine?
In the 19th century, tomato ketchup emerged not as a condiment, but as a health tonic. Dr. John Cook Bennett championed its medicinal properties, claiming it could cure digestive issues. Tomato pills, made from dried tomato extracts, were even sold in pharmacies. However, scientific research later debunked these claims, leading to ketchup’s transformation into the…
Chris Columbus recalls being fired from ‘Fantastic Four’; reveals having ‘too much of an opinion’
Chris Columbus, known for directing ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Home Alone,’ was fired from the 2005 ‘Fantastic Four’ project due to excessive creative input. Columbus suggested incorporating Jack Kirby’s artistic style, but his ideas were dismissed, leading to his termination by 20th Century Fox. This experience soured him on the superhero genre, as he felt others…
NASA once celebrated her, then fired her, and then tried to erase her story: The rise and fall of Rose Ferreira
Rose Ferreira overcame extreme poverty, homelessness, and health challenges to achieve her dream of working at NASA. Despite facing gender expectations in the Dominican Republic and later setbacks, including termination amid shifting priorities, she earned an astronomy degree and contributed to space science. Now, she advocates for diversity in STEM, mentoring underrepresented students and driving…
San Diego crowned the friendliest city in the US: A coastal paradise with a warm welcome
San Diego, California, has been named the friendliest city in the US by Yuzu, scoring 8.67/10 due to its welcoming atmosphere and positive interactions. Raleigh, North Carolina, and Phoenix, Arizona, followed closely. The study considered factors like helpfulness and friendliness of locals.
Monika Shergill: Our investment in training is not just about upskilling but also about unlocking potential
Through its Film & Creative Excellence programs, the company has been investing in a range of training initiatives
Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji celebrate National Award win with a dance, netizens say ‘Rahul, Tina in parallel…’
Fresh off their National Award wins, Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji delighted fans with an impromptu dance to a song from Aryan Khan’s upcoming web series, ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood’. SRK, recovering from a shoulder injury sustained during the filming of ‘King’, and Rani, looking stylish in denim, recreated their magic.
From claw clips to pearl pins: Interesting hair accessories and how to style them
Hair accessories may be decorative, but they can also be extremely practical. From stunning claw clips to alluring pearl pins, let’s see some interesting hair accessories that can serve you from AM to PM looks.