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Fighting AIDS, Minicoy model
AIDS, the disease that has spawned numerous NGOs and programmes for awareness, is a subject that hardly qualifies for drawing room discussion. Many are the tragedies lived out by spouses who get the virus from life partners. Minicoy has taken the lea d, perhaps in the world, says JOHNY PAZHANILATH, to make it mandatory for the girl and boy to have certificates that declare them devoid of the dreaded virus in their blood.

Design Matters

Majestic structure, untouched by time
The traditional home of the Kurishingal family is part of the heritage and history of Fort Kochi. A fine blend of various styles, a beautifully laid-out garden, and all, make this house an exotic living space. TANYA ABRAHAM talks about this house tha t age has not withered.

Etiquette & Protocol

The dating game
Who pays on a date is still a million dollar question. Here are some tips to help you find answers.

Pets Passion

Kitty is home
BRINGING HOME a kitten is very exciting but is fairly traumatic for the kitten, so the first thing on the checklist is to make sure your house is quiet when kitty arrives. Just as pups get their own kennels made, kittens need a kitty box ...

Lifestyle

A new breeze is blowing
Whereas other metros are quick to experiment with changing fashion themes, Kochi treads on them warily. Yet, SUNANDA KHANNA finds that some change is evident as in these select stores and eateries.

Issues

World Cup stumps students on way to the finals
Students appearing for their final exams stand stumped by the World Cup fixtures, as India in the Super Sixes turns into a big distraction. Bad timing moan the students, `silly-point' retort the teachers. VIJAY GEORGE reports

Music

Boy Zone blues
WITH THE cricket masti reaching its fever pitch, most of us seem to prefer sitting home, with our eyes glued to the live telecast of the matches. No wonder even the music companies in India are playing safe by saving their best releases for the ...

Cuisine

High tea for me
Cakes can be enjoyed at any time. Try some of these delicious varieties.

Green Notes

Fiery festoons
Heliconia, with its flame-red flowers, adds a festive glow to gardens. Read on to find out more about the exotic plant.

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