She's everything. He's....

... just Ken. The tagline for the new Barbie film, out in July, has us hooked. Here are 10 onscreen heroines who deserved better

Holding its ground

The Mercedes E-Class has what it takes to navigate Jordan's unique roads

Great eggspectations

Shakshuka and its many variations have gone global. Could a Parsi dish be the Indian cousin that's been under our noses all along?

Tiny Desk, global stage

Carnatic music tends to sound incompatible with R&B, jazz and the Blues. So how did Sid Sriram get it all to blend so well?

Degrees of separation

Elite universities abroad offer great online courses. Is it really the same as spending multiple semesters on campus?

Green, But So Murky

Fashion loves the term sustainable. Fashion schools are wary of it. You should be too. Here's why

More than words

Who says a cappella is for Ivy League nerds? These 10 vocals-only songs make for better earworms than the originals

The inside scoop

It's refreshing to watch a series about journalists and newsrooms that brings back memories of our younger selves

Why does it taste so plane?

With in-flight meals, most airlines are just winging it. Our palates change on a flight. But our chefs are only just catching up

Look, ma, I'm famous!

A designer, actor, musician, content creator and chef, explain what it means to be popular and recognised today

Shape up or ship out

Squeeze it all in. Let it all hang out. Can shapewear and body positivity truly exist in the same universe?

Grape expectations

Is there any drink more intimidating than wine? Here's how to pick the right ones, and spit out the snobbery of it all

Wardrobe Malfunctions

Apple, pear, cornet, lollipop. Quiet luxe, colour matching, zhuzhes, half-tucks. Dressing well is so complicated, it's no wonder we're upset

Acing their finals

Fatal falls, killer Crockpots, and a sweet soul who just had to hold the door. Spoiler alert: Here are 10 on-screen deaths that hit us hard

A volt of lightning

BMW's new electric sedan, the i7, goes farther than the competition. It's like a business-class upgrade, but for the road

Hot days, idle worship

Why are holidays packed with activities? Vacations should ideally mean less stress and more fun for kids and for parents

Fishing for compliments

Mumbai's seafood restaurants are coming out of their shell. They no longer pass off their recipes as Malvani. They're proud of the south Indian cuisines they serve

Starting points

What to read next? We're teasing the hottest new books to fill up your Kindle and get you through the #BrunchBookChallenge. Dive right in!

A song of ice and fire

In cold, cold Leh, one young woman is holding down two unusual jobs. Noor Jahan is both an art restorer and goalie on India's women's ice hockey tea

A money-making proposition

Or... How to have your first chat with a wealth manager. Especially if you have no wealth at the moment

When Cinema Takes A Selfie...

Some films hold a mirror up to the showbiz industry, others fog up. Here’s how to do it right

Go Beyond Melbourne: Discovering Hidden Gems On A Road Trip

Few regions in the world allow for so many remarkable journeys in such easy driving distance from a big city

The adjustment bureau

In Bollywood, a trip-up can go viral in minutes. Good PR can distract and course correct, but it comes at a cost. Celebrities often end up looking too rehearsed

Dining with the stars

The Michelin Guide Dubai gave out some unexpected awards this year. Here are the Indian restaurants that came out shining

First time's the charm

India’s independent films are doing better than ever, telling new stories from India, winning new fans abroad. See how four debut filmmakers charted their own paths to global success

The visible difference

Actor Andrea Kevichüsa is introducing the world to India's North-East, one win at a time

Tights, cape, mask, yawn

Dull plots, loud fights, insipid lines. Who took all the fun out of superhero movies? And what will it take to rekindle the magic?

The World Is Not Enough

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is all guns blazing on Citadel. From FBI agent on Quantico to international spy, it's been a swift, slick rise

Rise Of The Machines

These 10 gadgets, apps and appliances have not released yet, but will soon. Add them to your wishlist now

Chaitanva Sharma

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