Kabir Festival’s 3rd edition introduces Varanasi’s old poets to modern world

Kabir’s views on gender justice, as well as inequality, were major talking points at the festival, which drew participants from across the world. Five centuries after his death, the poems of Kabir are relevant to contemporary society more than ever. The mystic poet, known as a giant of the Bhakti movement along with Tulsidas and … Read more

Old appliances invite bugs in

  The joys of home ownership — nothing quite fills that void within as that pride you often feel. But when pests invade, and that sanctity is broken, nothing is more disappointing than having it rain on your parade. Coupled with the pest issue is usually the realization that your biggest investment is going to … Read more

Reuse Old Wine Bottles As Incredibly Cute Tiki Torches

What you need: *Empty wine or beer bottles *Tiki replacement wicks (thick cotton rope also works well) *Citronella torch fuel *Brass coupling *Rope or twine (optional) *Pebbles (optional) *Wood glue Instructions: Peel off all labels from your bottles, and scrub glue off completely with a rough sponge. Decorate your bottles by wrapping them in rope … Read more