Archive for January 2011
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‘Pen’ful memory
It is my habit to go through the newspaper every morning. One day while reading an article on the exact age of a student to start writing using a pen, I remembered the first day I wrote using a pen.
Choosing the best
I was in Std IV, and the date was March 1, 2004 (I […]
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Lightweight politics
A cheesy and corny version of Indian politics and how youngsters look at it. VISHNUPRIYA B.
Title: Battle for Bittora
Author: Anuja Chauhan
Publisher: HarperCollins India
Price: Rs.295
Sometimes it’s fun to read politics without the heavy doses of literary jargon. Battle for Bittora will make you laugh and go awww. It certainly belongs to the romantic comedy genre, and […]
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Add impact to your speech
TIPS You need to give a speech…you have cold feet…not sure what to say. Here are some pointers to help you prepare. P. JOHN BEN
All students find themselves in front of the mike some time or the other. Making a good speech is something everyone needs to master, right from the class rep to a […]
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Let live, for love’s sake
After a hectic haul into my compartment, I sat on my precious seat, which I’d thought would never have been possible after the sweaty, crowded pavement of the Chennai Central. Packed with howling children and crazy vendors or even worse porters, who try to grab my attention the moment my eyes graze in their direction.Two […]
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Losing face value
(No more in use: Will the 50p coin end up like these?)
Most often when I get a paper in the morning, I get a chocolate along with it. When I ask for the change, the shopkeeper smiles and says “change illa thambi” (no change, boy). The next day I go and get the paper […]
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Ancient secrets
MYSTERY A story that deals with the theme of reincarnation, while skilfully taking the readers to the ancient and modern times. PRERNA S. KHATRI
Title: Pyre of the Queens
Author: David Hair
Publisher: Penguin
Price: Rs.225
“Lost in the pages of history/Grew an untold mystery/The characters have come alive/ Yet again,/ To relive an event of destiny.” Is ‘reincarnation’ […]
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On the chase
THRILLER Follow Nick as he unveils the mysteries behind the disappearance of Roger, and get set for an adventurous trip. SHWETA J. NICHANI
Title: VANISHED
Author: Joseph Finder
Publisher: Hachette India
Price: Rs.275
Roger Heller and his wife Lauren work for Gifford Industries, a multibillion dollar company where Roger handled mergers and acquisitions. Viciously attacked on a night out with […]
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Back on track
FITNESS The festive season is behind you. But you are still hung-over. How do you pull up your socks and get back to staying fit? NINA REDDY
Life is a celebration! We realise this just when the year is coming to an end when the season of celebration begins. Starting with Diwali, then Christmas and New […]
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What’s on (27/01/11)
Just Sports
“Jus’ Sportz” at the Ampa Skywalk Mall has announced its ‘Super Sale’ offers with discounts of up to 40 per cent on leading brands like Nike, Reebok, Adidas, Yonex, and Fila. Jus’ Sportz is at Ampa Skywalk (I Floor), Chennai 29. Ph: 2374-0515.
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Unveil the mystery
Theatre
@ Alliance Française Madras
When: February 4, 5 and 6
Time: 7:00 […]
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For an EMOtional high
NEW IN TOWN A recent addition to the city, EMO promises a pub experience sans the alcohol. MADHUMITHA SRINIVASAN
At Express Avenue is a newly opened place that carries all the unmistakable signs of a pub — fancy interiors, jazzy lights, tyre-like bar stools, graffiti, play of colours, plasma television and a bar area. So in […]
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