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The Devastating Colonial Legacy of Dams in Pakistan

Though at least ten dams have burst since this year’s deadly flooding, the country has long promoted them as the magical solution to its woes.

Rishi Sunak is U.K. Prime Minister. Now What?

Can the former chancellor of the exchequer get the U.K. through an unprecedented economic crisis? Experts say the answer is not so clear-cut.

Justice for M. Night Shyamalan

The Oscar-nominated horror director is one of the most consistently bankable filmmakers. So how did he become a punchline?

The “Colonial Hangover” Contributing to Vitamin D Deficiency

A potent combination of shadeism, skin tone, climate change, and pollution put South Asians at greater risk for vitamin D deficiency — which can have life-altering consequences.

How ‘Jab We Met’ Changed Bollywood Romance Forever

The 2007 film broke the rules with its strong female lead and a romance rooted in friendship. Today, it’s still the perfect rewatch.

How Chakri, a Diwali Special, Became a Global Snack Sensation

Crunchy, salty, spicy, and addictive, these savory fried coils are no longer just for the festive season, in large part, because of the diaspora.

Rishi Sunak is the Next U.K. Prime Minister, Making History

The former chancellor of the exchequer, 42, is the first person of color, first person of Indian origin, and first Hindu to take on the top role in the country.

The Rise of the Diwali Episode on American TV

Since The Office’s 2006 “Diwali” episode, many have tried — though not all have succeeded — in depicting the annual celebration.

How ‘DDLJ’ Went From Screen to Stage

The cast and crew break down what it means to change beloved elements of Aditya Chopra’s 1995 Bollywood blockbuster — but still keep its spirit alive.

Why Endometriosis Is Often Ignored Among South Asians

Even with debilitating pain and clear symptoms, many South Asians with endometriosis wait years for the diagnosis and treatment that could change their lives.

Even Parle-G Isn’t Immune to Change

The iconic biscuit — long associated with consistent branding and pricing — shrunk its packaging twice in just the past year. But did anyone notice?

Reminder: The British Still Have Our Art

The Royal Collection remains one of the largest troves of South Asian art, much of it stolen.

‘Shantaram’ Is Yet Another White Savior Story

The TV adaptation of the controversial 2003 novel offers a new format but the same exoticization of India.

Nose Rings are Not Just Ornaments for the Diaspora

As nose piercings become popular in the West, South Asians in the diaspora grapple with preserving their cultural symbolism.

Why the West is Afraid of Color

The colorful (and enraging) history of how neutrals and monochrome became the preferred Western aesthetic.

The Spicy Texts Between Elon Musk and Parag Agrawal

Ahead of the Twitter vs. Musk trial, recently released text messages between the billionaire and current Twitter CEO reveal drama and chaos.

‘House of the Dragon’: Geeta V. Patel Breaks Down Episode 8

The “Lord of Tides” director discusses her favorite scenes, how she got the gig, and what’s next for the epic fantasy series.

Haters Tried to Silence Maulik Pancholy. He Got Louder.

With his latest novel, ‘Nikhil Out Loud,’ the actor and author gives young readers the stories he wished he had growing up.

‘Bride & Prejudice’ and East vs. West

Gurinder Chadha’s Bollywood spin on the Jane Austen classic brought fun silliness to the clash between Indian and American values.

The Battle for the Bill

“I’ve seen people pull credit cards out of each other’s hands, yell at each other while our server is standing there, and then go home quietly. There’s no shame.”