From Gaylord's return to the science behind a popcorn brain, tributes to Mumbai's unsung heroes, and the hunt for mouthwatering aamras puris—here are the top 10 Mumbai features spanning food, health other buzzworthy stories from the Maximum City
Dive into 10 exclusive picks by Mid-day editors. File/Pic
Here is a list of our top features for your weekend reading:
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Raj Kapoor, Lata Mangeshkar, Pandit Ravi Shankar: Mumbai's Gaylord reopens but carries a legacy with old-world charm and food
Iconic Mumbai restaurant Gaylord may have renovated and reopened with a new look, but it retains its old-world charm that is hard to miss when you enter the doors. Dhruv and Divij Lamba, the third generation of the family of one of two business partners have literally grown up here. Read more
Kokum butter: Lesser known techniques for skin-lightening
Adding to the list of natural skincare ingredients is a lesser-known marvel: the Kokum fruit. Apart from serving as a common kitchen ingredient, Kokum also works as an excellent emollient that creates a protective layer on the skin. Read more
How social media addiction has given rise to popcorn brain in young adults
At times when we are the most connected with everyone through social media, we are tempted to check our phones every five minutes regardless of whether we get a notification or not. This indicates that we might have a popcorn brain. Read more
Harry Potter Day: Fans on their enduring love for the fantastical world of Harry Potter
The world and characters of Harry Potter have captured the imagination of millions of Potterheads across the globe. On Harry Potter Day, fans tell us about their favourite characters, and why they love the magical world of Harry Potter. Read more
Attend these interesting events in Mumbai this weekend
If you're looking for activities to do this weekend, here's a line-up that is sure to keep you busy. Read more
Pune doctors give new life to 4-year-old boy with congenital anomaly of intestine
Midgut volvulus is a severe condition that is common among children and infants and often occurs within the first few weeks of life, caused by a congenital anomaly of the intestines -- leaving the child susceptible to sudden twisting of most of the intestines. Read more
Why oversharing with friends can put your relationship at risk?
Oversharing details about your relationship can damage the loving bond you share with your partner. If you have a habit of revealing every little bit of your relationship with your friends or family members, experts tell you why you must not. Read more
Top spots in Mumbai serving delicious aamras puris
Mangoes are the flavour of the season. So, we invited city folks to help us pick their favourite, lesser-known haunts to devour aamras-puri. Read more
No respite! Amidst persistent chaos, Worli man remains Dadar railway station's guiding light
Mumbai’s Dadar Railway Station is a dramatic spot for local trains. With no indicator at the city’s busiest railway station – this Mumbai local sheds two hours every morning to establish order and help lost commuters. Read more
What are the common symptoms of heatstroke?
Heatstroke occurs when the body can no longer control its temperature. The body's temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body fails to cool down. Read more