The Week Bureau

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Legends retold

Published On: June 28, 2019 09:07 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We all love a good story. Which is probably why we are so fascinated by myths and legends. Our cultures and histories have so many of them that it’s hard to know everything. But if you want a better understanding of some common folklore then there are some great podcasts that you can tune into. Here are some podcasts on the topic that we are currently in love with.

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Decor on a budget

Published On: June 28, 2019 08:59 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

You can often change the look and feel of a room dramatically just by rearranging the furniture. For instance, if the first thing you see when you walk into your living room is the back of the couch, it tends to get dull after a while.

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Six simple habits for a healthy life

Published On: June 28, 2019 08:57 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

One-off things that you do like an occasional detox or running an annual marathon aren’t going to impact your overall health all that much. It’s the things that you do on a regular basis that can significantly boost your health and energy levels. Here are six simple habits that can go a long way in keeping you healthy and happy.

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The life of a classical musician

Published On: June 21, 2019 11:25 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Although his prolonged stay in Banaras would teach him a lot about music and life, his initial days at BHU were reminiscent of his days at the Lalitkala Campus. He couldn’t grasp a lot of what was being taught in class and was performing poorly.

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Revivingyour spirits

Published On: June 21, 2019 09:52 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

The daily drudgery of life can sometimes wreck havoc in your mind and spirit, making you feel like there’s nothing to be grateful for or positive about.

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For skin that glows

Published On: June 21, 2019 09:22 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We are all guilty of buying a lot of skincare products like moisturizers and sunscreen lotions without checking the labels. But there are a lot of ingredients in many of the creams and lotions that we buy that we shouldn’t be putting on our skin at all.

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Go nuts

Published On: June 21, 2019 09:15 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Studies and research have always been touting nuts as nutritional powerhouses. There are healthy fats, omega 3s, fiber, and health-promoting compounds in nuts.

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Season of mangoes

Published On: June 14, 2019 02:42 PM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Summer might mean unbearable heat but it brings to us many things that we love and missed during the cold months of the year. Greener trees, brighter days, and to a fruit lover: luscious and ripe mangoes. With an almost butter-like consistency, sweet fragrance, a tinge of sour and a whole lot of sweetness, mangoes are in season and we couldn’t be anymore happier than we are right now.

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Surviving summer nights

Published On: June 14, 2019 12:02 PM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We have all been there – tossing and turning at night, unable to sleep because it’s just too darn hot. In sweltering summer, there really can’t be anything worse than being unable to get some shut-eye in a stuffy, borderline-sauna room. Cooling down a room without installing or turning on an AC is possible.

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Sustainable Decor

Published On: June 14, 2019 11:58 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Use a footstool as a side table, move that full-length mirror you have in your bedroom to the entryway, there’s so much that can be done with little to no investment and effort.

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5 things you should be eating every day

Published On: June 14, 2019 11:50 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We all want to improve our diet and eat healthy and but it can be a little overwhelming, given the fact that there’s just so much information out there. Most people also think eating healthy means a complete lifestyle overhaul and that can seem daunting. If you are confused and don’t know how to go about it, we suggest you start by incorporating some nutrient-rich foods into your diet.

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Fabulous women

Published On: June 14, 2019 11:47 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Throughout history women have fought and criticized oppression and discrimination via literature showing that they too can be as powerful and as creative as anyone else in the world. Here we bring to you a list of five books with iconic female leads that are worth a read (and perhaps a reread).

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Telling stories

Published On: June 14, 2019 11:27 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Jay Poudyal, founder of Stories of Nepal, has been traveling extensively in Nepal and sharing stories of everyday lives of Nepali people for over five years now. Sometimes, he also works as a freelance photographer, in collaboration with different organizations, documenting lives and livelihoods of Nepali people. Here, with The Week, he talks about what prompted him to start Stories of Nepal, how it all works, and, for a change, shares his own story.

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Detox water recipes

Published On: June 7, 2019 10:31 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Detox water is any infused water recipe that helps flush your system of toxins and improves your health. Although the jury is still out on exactly how these drinks help remove toxins from your body, you can be sure that by drinking them, you are pumping your body full of vitamins and nutrients that will make you healthier and boost energy and vitality.

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Apps you didn’t think you needed

Published On: June 7, 2019 09:16 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

There are apps you have on your phone that you never use and you have apps you need but never realize what they are or how they can be used. Ever stumbled upon a particular mobile app and wondered why you haven’t been using it your entire life? That’s a shared experience – everyone has that one app. The Week brings you a list of some applications you may not have on your phone right now but could definitely use.

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Must do things in Nepal

Published On: May 31, 2019 10:21 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Besides paragliding, rafting, and a trip to Mustang or the Everest Base Camp, there is actually a whole lot more that you can do in Nepal. Some things you might have never known and some things might have just been overlooked during the chaos of everyday life, but here are five things that we recommend you find the time for. It would be an absolute sin not to.

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Coffee snobbery A guide

Published On: May 31, 2019 09:32 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Coffee has become an indulgence all over the world – a permanent routine for many and an occasional drink for some. The hold of a typical Nepali tea is quite strong in Nepal but coffee has been able to break through this and appeal to the youngsters of our society.

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Three morning rituals for a good day

Published On: May 31, 2019 09:29 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

We aren’t going to tell you to drink water, exercise or meditate in the morning. We are sure you already know how essential they are for your physical and mental wellbeing. Instead, these morning rituals that we swear by will change the way you function on a daily basis and look at life in general.

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Reducing plastic waste

Published On: May 31, 2019 09:12 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Plastic might feel like a wonderful invention – you use it almost everywhere – but since most of it is used just once (not to forget that plastic takes years to degrade), it’s choking the mother earth. We hear about that all the time but are we doing our bit to ensure we aren’t contributing to it in any way? Here are five ways you can start lessening your plastic usage and waste.

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Tidying up the Marie Kondo way

Published On: May 31, 2019 09:07 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Marie Kondo is one quirky personality. Unlike most people, piles of junk and mess make her happy. And that’s not because she’s an untidy person, it’s actually the opposite. Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant whose books have sold millions of copies worldwide

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