Claire Armitstead - North India Kaleidoscope

January 16, 2022 Books Culture

Why we’re falling in love with romance novels all over again

As book genres go it’s like a holiday romance with no strings attached – and it’s been hugely popular during the pandemic

Avabai Wadia: The lawyer who became India’s family planning pioneer July 5, 2022
Avabai Wadia played a major role in India becoming the first country to officially promote family planning.
Sri Lanka: 'I can’t afford milk for my babies' July 5, 2022
As fuel, food and medicines run out, Sri Lanka is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis, the UN warns.
Australia's devastating floods spur new warning systems July 4, 2022
Better data and real-time software is allowing companies to improve the precision of flood warnings.
Sri Lanka energy minister warns petrol stocks about to run dry July 4, 2022
The crisis-hit country's next shipment of petrol is not due to arrive until later this month.
Uzbekistan Karakalpakstan: At least 18 killed in unrest over right to secede July 4, 2022
Rare violence in Karakalpakstan was sparked by plans, now abandoned, to remove its right to secede.
Rescuers try to save stranded cargo ship near Sydney July 4, 2022
Teams have been deployed to rescue a cargo ship that is stranded off the coast of Australia.
Leena Manimekalai: Outrage over poster of smoking Hindu goddess July 4, 2022
A poster for director Leena Manimekalai's new movie shows her dressed as a goddess, smoking a cigarette.
Manipur landslide: 42 dead, 20 missing as rescue operations continue July 4, 2022
Authorities in Manipur state say heavy rain and fresh landslides are hampering rescue efforts.
Sydney floods: Tens of thousands told to evacuate July 3, 2022
Downpours and floods cause mass evacuations and at least one death in Australia's largest city.
Taiwan: China attack not imminent, but US watching closely, says Gen Milley July 3, 2022
Top US general Mark Milley says China clearly is developing the capability to be able to attack Taiwan.
Sarfaraz Khan: The 'wandering cricketer' on the road to stardom July 2, 2022
Sarfaraz Khan's heavy scoring in domestic cricket has him knocking on the doors of Indian cricket.
India farm law: Seven months after repeal, farmers are ready for new protests July 2, 2022
Seven months after the government repealed the farm laws, farmers say demands not fulfilled yet.
Hong Kong handover: What will the next 25 years hold? July 1, 2022
Doubt hangs over the future of one of Asia's most vibrant cities as it reaches a crucial halfway mark.
Sri Lanka fuel crisis: Waiting for days to get fuel June 30, 2022
Even taxi drivers and car salesmen are forced into two-day mile-long queues for petrol in Sri Lanka.
The bloody legacy of Rodrigo Duterte June 29, 2022
The Philippines strongman is retiring after a career fighting drugs and crime that left thousands dead.

Highland Park shooting: Man arrested after 4 July mass shooting July 5, 2022
A gunman opened fire on an Independence Day parade near Chicago, killing six people.
Peter Obi: The Labour Party candidate electrifying young Nigerians July 5, 2022
An army of social media users backs Peter Obi for Nigeria's presidency, but will that translate into votes?
How the US Supreme Court is reshaping America July 5, 2022
America's top court has issued decisions that have divided the country and challenged lawmakers.
Avabai Wadia: The lawyer who became India’s family planning pioneer July 5, 2022
Avabai Wadia played a major role in India becoming the first country to officially promote family planning.
Sri Lanka: 'I can’t afford milk for my babies' July 5, 2022
As fuel, food and medicines run out, Sri Lanka is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis, the UN warns.
Australia's devastating floods spur new warning systems July 4, 2022
Better data and real-time software is allowing companies to improve the precision of flood warnings.
Wimbledon: How does tennis work when you're blind? July 4, 2022
Wimbledon brings tennis to the spotlight every summer, though how does the sport work when you're blind?
Transfer rumours: Ronaldo, Sterling, Martinez, Depay, Broja, Sinisterra July 4, 2022
Chelsea consider move for Cristiano Ronaldo, Blues also in advanced talks for Raheem Sterling, Spurs make Memphis Depay enquiry, plus more.
Ian Poulter allowed to play Scottish Open after ban lifted - DP World Tour boss 'disappointed' July 4, 2022
Ian Poulter will be allowed to play in this week's Scottish Open after an appeal against his ban is upheld, to the "disappointment" of DP World Tour.
Wimbledon 2022: Nick Kyrgios and Rafael Nadal advance at All England Club July 4, 2022
Nick Kyrgios says "so many people will be upset" he has reaches the Wimbledon quarter-finals, but says it is a "good feeling" to silence his critics.
Putin vows to push on, and life in shelled Russian city July 4, 2022
Russia's president urges troops to build on the capture of Lysychansk, as residents of Belgorod live in fear and denial.
England v India: Belief carrying hosts towards historic triumph July 4, 2022
Cricketing logic says England should not chase 378 to beat India, but belief is carrying the home side towards a stunning win, says chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt.
Ukraine war: Putin presses on after Lysychansk capture July 4, 2022
With Luhansk region entirely in Russia's hands, its president orders the offensive to be continued.
UK cinemas ban teens in suits after Minions mayhem July 4, 2022
Young people following the #gentleminions TikTok trend are accused of disturbing others.
UK fuel protesters arrested for driving too slowly July 4, 2022
Protesters who want a fuel duty cut drove slowly on major roads across the country.
Premier League player arrested on suspicion of rape in north London July 4, 2022
A Premier League and international footballer is arrested on suspicion of rape in north London.
Drug smuggling: Underwater drones seized by Spanish police July 4, 2022
Spanish police say it is the first time they have discovered this kind of unmanned submersible.
Marmolada glacier collapse in Italy kills seven July 4, 2022
Italy's prime minister says the incident is "without doubt" linked to climate change.
Timed Teaser: Name Cameron Diaz's comeback movie July 4, 2022
Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!
Coldstream Guard soldiers sold ammunition for cash, court hears July 4, 2022
Kirtland Gill, 41, denies conspiracy to sell ammunition and possession of a prohibited weapon.

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