Articles
View all articles-
Akshaya Tritiya and the great Indian superstition industry
From a day of giving years ago, Akshaya Tritiya has become a day of consumption in anticipation of divine dividends for one whole year for both the rich and the poor - it reminds you of George Bush: consume more, you will get more #HowThisWorks #India #Gold #Media #Astrology #Superstition #Akshaya Tritiya #Belief
-
Priest pours hot milk on child: UP minister sees but keeps mum
It was ironical to see that even in the 21st century a whole lot of citizens including a lawmaker were blindfolded by meaningless superstitions. #ThatsJustWrong #Uttar Pradesh #Chandauli #Superstition #Durga Prasad Yadav
-
New age superstition: What unites Yeddy and the yuppie
Whether it's the upwardly mobile corporate professional or a powerful politician, we increasingly conflate spirituality with superstitious belief. Pujas, talismans, and shrines have become mere shortcuts to material success. #Religion #Bangalore #BS Yeddyurappa #ThisIndianLife #Superstition
Wire
-
Wonder How ToHow to Swap the Menu & Back Buttons on Your Samsung Galaxy Note 2 for Easier Left-Handed Navigation
Throughout history, almost every superstition dealing with evil has had something to do with left hands. In the seventeenth century, it was thought that the Devil himself baptised his followers using his left hand. Today, studies show that left-handed pe #Samsung
-
Indie WireAlbinism In Tanzania Is The Focus Of 2 New Films Traveling The Festival Circuit
In some parts of the world, people with albinism commonly often face social and cultural challenges (even threats their lives), as the condition is often a source of ridicule, discrimination, or even fear and violence. Many cultures around the world have #Tanzania #Amsterdam
-
ESPNA's starter A.J. Griffin talks pregame guitar
AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill Athletics righty A.J. Griffin relaxes pregame with some strummin' and singin'. In the hours before starts, most major league pitchers are silent and stone-faced. They forgo interviews and avoid teammates. A.J. Griffin is not most #Oakland Athletics #Major League Baseball #Guadalajara