My Relax Place

Isn’t it time for someone else to take over? Barbie makes me puke. The overly-sweet and glassy-looking Barbie is simply not “in” any more. Mattel, the company behind Barbie, has been trying hard to keep interests alive by incorporating more multi-cultured and modern looks but the sweet smile is always too fake and dazzling, in my view. Is Bratz the right doll to take over? Well, that leaves to be seen…. It may push Barbie out of the picture or it may create a stronger reaction in favour of Barbie. After all, the sassy and tart Bratz (as the name indicates) enhances Barbie’s elegance and class. Mums would opt for the latter. But on second thought, some modern mums may prefer a more realistic and fun doll for their kids. Well, it’s the battle of the dolls. Global sales of Bratz dolls and related products are fast taking over Barbie’s. While Barbie still commands the higher figure of US$3 billion, Bratz’s sales reach US$2 billion and show an increase of 12.8 per cent.

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Amitabh Bachchan

The Times of India reported that Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, whose star and sex appeal remains undiminished by age, has been voted Indian of the Year.

Amitabh Bachchan, the 64-year-old actor gained 15 percent of Indians’ vote as the most popular citizen, far ahead of the five percent who backed star batsman Sachin Tendulkar and ruling Congress party president Italian-born Sonia Gandhi.

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Heathy eating plan can extend your life span

Diet can do many things – improve your figure, increase your energy levels and make your skin glow. According to a study published in Nature, consuming a substance called resveratrol found in grape and red wine, as well as berries and some fruit can also extend your life span.

Here with some findings on some top foods that can prolong life:

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According to a medical study by The Indian Council of Medical Research (the country’s top health research institute), Indian men’s penises do not match international sizes and most condoms on sale in the country are too big. Doctors are calling for smaller condoms to be made after the survey.

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Pokhara Girls at Sarangkot Hill, Nepal

Having had the taste of travelling to a few places, the travel bug has always nudged at my side at all times. If you are a nature lover and enthusiastic but amateur (read flabby) trekker like me, then Sarangkot Hill in Nepal must surely beckon. How do you get there? Sarangkot Hill is located in Pokhara, a 20-minute flight from Kathmandu. Pokhara (पोखरा) is a city in central Nepal located at 28.24 N, 83.99 E,, 198 km west of Kathmandu. It is the capital of Kaski District, Gandaki Zone and the Western Development Region. You can fly there via a local airline for less than US$50. From the airport, it’s a fifteen-minute drive to the base of the hill.

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View of Halong Bay

Vietnam is a land of mystique and drama. Its history and location make it so tantalisingly near to Asians and yet so distant. Its people and culture share many similarities with the rest of South East Asians, but its violent history rend it apart from the common progress and philosophy of its neighbours. It is nevertheless trying to catch up at an anxious pace and tourism is one of its prongs to catch a slice of the cake.

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The habit of coin collectors often start when they save coins they have received in circulation that they find interesting. These may be from the change kept from a trip abroad, or a spark of interest in an old coin found in circulation. Over time, their interest may increase and their search for new coins will be enhanced. This signals the beginning of a potentially expensive hobby.

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