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Dior's Chiuri channels black in Paris, receives top honor
Paris, Jul 2 (AP/UNB) — Dior went back to the essential architecture of dressmaking, and the late designer's penchant for black, for a brooding display Monday of archetypally couture gowns.
Look like a princess: Diana's workout sweatshirt for sale
Boston, Jul 2 (AP/UNB) — The baggy Virgin Atlantic sweatshirt Princess Diana wore to discourage media interest in her exercise routine is for sale.
Essence Fest marks 25 years of celebrating black culture
New Orleans, Jul 2 (AP/UNB) — The Essence Festival, which draws thousands to New Orleans during the fourth of July week, is celebrating 25 years of bringing African American women of all ages together for thought-provoking conversation and performances from top musical acts.
Hindu pilgrimage begins amid high security in Indian Kashmir
Srinagar, Jul 1 (AP/UNB) — Thousands of Hindu pilgrims began the arduous trek to an icy Himalayan cave in disputed Kashmir on Monday, with tens of thousands of Indian government forces guarding roads and mountain passes.
Japan resumes commercial whaling despite low demand
Tokyo, Jul 1 (AP/UNB) — Japanese whalers returned to port Monday with their first catch after resuming commercial whaling for the first time in 31 years, achieving the long-cherished goal of traditionalists that is seen as largely a lost cause amid slowing demand for the meat and changing views on conservation.
Protests meet lifting of Madrid's anti-pollution measures
Madrid, Jul 1 (AP/UNB) — Protesters have disrupted traffic in downtown Madrid where the new conservative city council is scrapping bans and fines for polluting vehicles.
Japan bans indoor smoking at public venues
Tokyo, July 1 (Xinhua/UNB)-- A new Japanese law which bans indoor smoking at public venues took effect on Monday to prevent the spread of passive smoking.
Go healthy with this Black Rice Tarts and Mango-Chia Seed Topping recipe
Dhaka, June 30 (UNB) - As a recipe developer, I am always on the lookout for interesting ingredients – ones that are healthy and not extremely popular. Black rice posed as an inspiration when I started reading about its versatility and health benefits. Being a north Indian, I had to search for this distant cousin of white rice. Thanks to online shopping sites. I could connect with a seller in north east India where it is organically produced, The Indian Express.
Hot air balloon festival opens in east Taiwan
Taipei, June 30 (Xinhua/UNB) -- A hot air balloon festival opened Saturday in Taitung County, east Taiwan, attracting over 10,000 visitors from the island and elsewhere.
Is bulking and cutting the ultimate way to build muscle?
Dhaka, June 30 (UNB)- If you’ve read a fitness blog or magazine, or even peeked at the Insta #fitness scene recently, you’ve probably heard of bulking and cutting. But if you’re new to the concept of getting as big as the Hulk (well, almost) and then slimming back down Bruce Banner-style in order to tone up, it's not surprising as it was created by and for bodybuilders in preparation for competitions, reports BBC.