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TECHNOSTREET 
Sound of musicYou need a solid amplifier, and some good speakers to swirl those sounds around your room. A good home theatre-in-a-box is an easy option; however, if you’d like to put together your own system, here are some speaker ideas 
Totem Acoustic RainmakerOnce you get the placement right, the Rainmaker will exhibit clean and tidy imaging — you’ll feel as if you’re listening live to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. The speakers’ ability to handle low frequencies is also ... 
Mordaunt-Short Avant 902iYou can try and blast these bookshelves all you like, but the sound will remain crisp and clear. Plus: Excellent control at both high and low levels Minus: More expensive than its contemporaries Price: ... 
JBL On Air Control 2.4GThis ‘wireless’ one adds more wiring and throws in a few bulky adapters as well. Fortunately, the good sound is this system’s saving grace. Plus: Good bass, sturdy and flexible wall mounts Minus: ... GOINGNATIVE ‘I have become a new person’ Yifat Agam agrees that Chennai has grown on her MY FIVE 
Jethro TullThe first of two consecutive single song albums that Jethro Tull released in the early 1970s, this is one of the definitive progressive rock songs. Written as a parody of the concept album genre after the success of Aqualung, Thick as a Brick ... Those that almost made it (Tushar Menon, one of the recipients of this year’s Inlaks scholarship, is doing his Master’s in Theoretical Physics at King’s College, ... CAMPUS HANGOUT 
The BlocksWhere it’s at: A little square at the heart of the campus, essentially a passageway between the Main block and the Commerce block.What’s to love: You know the best thing about passageways tucked away ...
METRO WORKOUT Pushed to the limit DIVYA KUMAR goes SPIN CYCLING and has a running tiff with the rpm counter which constantly falls short of the mark while she pedals away TRAININGROOM Water workouts help Water workouts are excellent for cardiovascular training and facilitate quicker muscle recovery QUICKTIP Vibes matter Are you concerned that you’re not getting proper results from your workouts? It might be the atmosphere where you work out. You aren’t likely to be motivated to train hard if you see everyone else in the gym lazing around and taking ... Dance therapy PEP UP organises a dance therapy workshop. Dance therapy uses natural movement of the body to enhance self-confidence, attention span and memory. It also serves as an ideal outlet for suppressed feelings or thoughts, and can be practiced ...
THE RELUCTANT GOURMET A paean to parathas Roadside dhabas, traditional stops for truckers and motorists, have always been one of the most interesting things about travelling in India CHEWON THIS 
Hoppin’ JohnA rich, flavourful dish from the southern U.S., Hoppin’ John is very simple to make, consisting as it does of black-eyed peas, ham hocks, onion and long–grained rice cooked over a slow fire. Some recipes call for throwing in some ... SIGNATURE DISH 
Shredded chicken and vegetable sandwichThis trendy café serves quite a few appetising dishes, fresh, light and easy on the stomach, but this sandwich stands out: the chicken and cheese provide the substance with the vegetables — lettuce, onions, tomatoes — rounding it ... Food bytes http://scentofgreenbananas.blogspot.com/ QUICKFIX 
Chicken liver pate with melba toastPlace melba toast slices on the side and spoon fig and orange marmalade over them. ...Sweet truth A square of dark chocolate a day can cut stroke risk Time for a feast Ente Keralam hosts an Onam fest
NOW SHOWING 
DHAAM DHOOMFresh from the success of Santhosh Subramaniam, actor ‘Jayam’ Ravi dons a role that’s quite a departure from his feel-good romances. A medical college student goes to Russia for a conference and falls in love with a girl ... Catch up with China A Chinese Film Festival opens on September 3
A trip down melody lane A tribute to Bengali composers of Hindi film music
TUBE WATCH 
Extraordinary PetsYou might think owning a tiger is unusual, but not in America. There are 15,000 of them in the U.S. Not all of them are kept as pets, but for those like Adam, who do live with their tigers, the emotional bond is strong. A wild ...
Visual spectacle Every painting in ‘Confluence’ makes a strong impression Queenie’s call Queenie Dhody comes to Chennai with a fresh line of jewellery. Here’s a peek at the collection The Masters are here Choose from reproductions of European masters, and contribute for a cause Calling all actors Evam is looking for actors for its next big production Great gifting options The exquisite rose-spattered 100-year-old Oriya palm leaf set, featuring slokas to Goddess Durga, is reason enough to visit All India Arts and Crafts Exhibition. In mellow colours, with the text etched in Sanskrit, the ...
Stairway to heavenJust one line in the guest book at Hotel Thrisangu Haven by noted actor Mamooty says it all. “True to its name” he had written when he stayed here during a visit to Kuttikanam a few months ago. The place is totally embraced by ...
College play Women’s Christian College is staging its annual college play, a bilingual adaptation of N. Muthuswamy’s Kattiyakaran directed by N.S. Yamuna. Tickets priced at Rs. 50, Rs. 75 and Rs. 100 and donor passes are ... Art show 
Exclusive collectionShilpi presents tribal art on phulia tussars which have been adapted to create a beautiful range of saris and dupattas. These include Arundhati Menon’s matka and ghicha silks, Indira Broker’s prints on tussar, Bailou’s woven ... Craft club Kalamilan Club is organising an exhibition and sale of handicrafts made from Fevicryl. Free demonstrations and contests will also be held. Participate and win prizes. Venue: Chettiar Hall Address: T.T.K Road, ... 
Pon Onam offerPrince Jewellery celebrates Onam with this offer. Every purchase worth Rs. 10,000 and above entitles an Onam pudava and purchases above Rs. 5,000 entitle gift vouchers. Choose from a range of necklaces, chains, ear-rings and the bridal ... The magic of motherhood You always knew you were important in your child’s life. Now, learn just how important a role you play at a workshop held by Fisher-Price. ‘Magic of Motherhood’ will help magnify the importance of a mother’s role in early ... Essay contest The Accord Metropolitan conducts an essay competition for students from Standards 9 to 12 as part of Teachers’ Day celebrations. Interested students can send in their entries not exceeding 250 words on the topic “The teacher ... Mela for conservation Flipper Fest 2008, a marine biodiversity conservation awareness mela for students
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