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Spot the Mallu, anywhere
You need not be a Sherlock Holmes to spot a Malayali in a railway coach. Simply look out for certain very obvious signs, which identifies the Mallu even in a crowd. K. BALAKRISHNAN finds that despite all these very amusing traits, the Mallu remains t he most acceptable group of the human race.

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For your eyes only
We are on the threshold of an ophtalmic revolution. LASIK, the latest in laser treatment, promises to banish the spectacles forever, writes V. G. MURALIKRISHNAN

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War: Is the boycott call feasible?
Anti-war groups worldwide have called for boycott of American and British products to protest the aggression on Iraq. But how feasible are such initiatives, given the dynamics of the globalised market? BAGESHREE S. and DEEPA GANESH check out.

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Now, sweeter than ever before!
Temporary payasam stalls that were put up during Onam have lasted till Vishu and are still going strong. Many are now permanent outlets serving the dessert. ELIZABETH NINAN finds this traditional sweet is more popular than ever before!

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