What is happening to this musician?

He keeps playing while his face and neck visibly swell: The little-known condition that can appear in wind-instrument players (AI generated image) A video doing the rounds on social media captures one such moment. A man is seen playing a wind instrument at what appears to be a function. He continues performing, but something unusual…

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10 foods that were once considered disgusting but became delicacies

Few foods have a more intimidating reputation than Japanese fugu. The pufferfish contains tetrodotoxin, a potent neurotoxin, meaning preparation requires specialised knowledge. Historically, poisoning made the fish genuinely dangerous, and authorities including Toyotomi Hideyoshi banned its consumption at different points. Today, properly prepared fugu is a celebrated Japanese delicacy. Source link

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7 Indian foods that became symbols of resistance during the freedom struggle

The freedom struggle was fought in streets, prisons, fields and public squares, but resistance also found its way into Indian kitchens. As the Swadeshi movement gathered momentum, everyday choices about what people bought, cooked and consumed became political statements. Imported sugar was rejected, salt became the centre of a mass civil disobedience campaign, and even…

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“Train wali vibe nahi aa rahi thi”, a traveller’s honest review after her first ride

“Train wali vibe nahi aa rahi “ India’s new overnight Vande Bharat Express is impressing travellers not just for its speed, but also for its modern interiors, upgraded amenities and hotel-like experience. Recently a travel vlogger Saina Saiwan (@sainasaiwan), shared her experience on Instagram. She travelled on the Vande Bharat Sleeper and called it an…

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