These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Monday. On a panel at the WWD Apparel and Retail CEO Summit, Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick acknowledged the company’s ongoing challenges, including its unpaid vendor bills and strained relationship with brand partners. He emphasized that …
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Ever since Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh introduced their daughter Dua to the world, her adorable pictures have taken social media by storm. Fans have been showering love on the little one, fondly calling her “DeepVeer’s princess.” Amid all the excitement, social media influencer Shreyashi Debnath Gupta recently made headlines after claiming that her daughter looks strikingly similar to Dua.
Taking to Instagram, Shreyashi shared a collage featuring her husband, their daughter Daisy, and a photo of Deepika and Ranveer with Dua. Alongside the image, she wrote, “How can they look so much similar? For a moment, I truly thought it was my Daisy! Anyone else see the resemblance?” Her post quickly drew attention, sparking mixed reactions among netizens.
Some users agreed with Shreyashi’s observation, noting that the two babies do appear quite alike. One comment read, “Same here! When Deepika and Ranveer posted those pictures, my first impression was that Dua looked just like Aura… ”
However, others criticized the influencer for allegedly seeking attention. “Why do people do such things only to gain reach? Both are very cute but not similar,” one user commented. Another added, “There’s no similarity between them. Every child is beautiful in their own way—why compare your baby to a celebrity’s?”
Deepika and Ranveer revealed Dua’s face for the first time during Diwali, sharing the heartwarming family photos on Instagram with the caption, “दीपावली की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ.” In the pictures, Ranveer looked elegant in a beige kurta-pyjama with a matching jacket, while Deepika twinned in maroon with her daughter, wearing a traditional gown-suit paired with statement jewellery.
Published on: Oct 21, 2025 09:23 pm IST
Stress is a natural biological response, initiating the fight or flight response when a threat is perceived. But lately, lifestyles are becoming more and more hectic with ‘threats’ looming everywhere, frantic deadlines at work, family responsibilities, peer pressure, and so on. When you are stressed, you feel scattered and out of focus. This perpetual state of stress is not damaging to health, and you are more likely to fall sick.
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A study from February 2024 revealed that chronic stress extensively affects the immune system, altering cognitive functions. A previous HT Lifestyle interview from January 2025 with a cardiologist pointed out to stress’s life-threatening impact, highlighting that acute stress is a direct trigger for a heart attack.
Stress regulation is non-negotiable for maintaining both physical and mental well-being. In a daily routine, including easy stress-bursting techniques may help to alleviate the turbulent mental and physical state stress may create.
Global yoga educator and founder of Akhanda Yoga Institute, Dr Yogrishi Vishvketu (PhD), with 45 years of experience in yoga practice and teaching, shared with HT Lifestyle about breathwork techniques and how they play a role in lowering stress levels.
He said, “Your breath can heal and enhance your entire system.” The yoga expert suggested that the benefits extend to different areas of life and professions, calling yogic breathwork techniques a ‘game-changer.’ “In high-performance arenas, whether on the sports field or in the boardroom, breath can be the ultimate game-changer.”
Dr Yogrishi Vishvketu shared 3 breathing exercises with us, listing out the health value and how one can do them at home:
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
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Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has made a big stride beyond the silver screen by joining forces with Meta as its new English voice of Meta AI. The actress announced the thrilling news on Instagram that people in six big English-speaking areas can now engage with Meta AI in her voice.
“Alright, so this is sort of amazing I think! I’m now with Meta AI and you can speak with my voice in English in India, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Go ahead and give it a try and let me know what you think!” she concluded with a smiling “Chat soon!” — a reference to her recently opened digital avatar.
This collaboration positions Deepika with a rare league of international celebrities to give voice to Meta’s chatbot AI, in a bold move for both her global career and Meta’s initiative to personalize digital communication. Her known and friendly voice adds a familiar, human element to the AI experience, helping to make technology more usable and interactive for people.
The declaration also speaks to Deepika’s increasing global reach, not only as an actress but as a cultural icon who crosses entertainment, wellness, and technology.
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Just days before this collaboration was revealed, Deepika achieved another significant milestone — being named the Government of India’s first-ever Mental Health Ambassador on October 12. A long-time advocate for mental wellness, Deepika has openly shared her own battle with depression and has consistently worked to break the stigma around mental health through her foundation.
Looking back on the honor, she added, “My own experience taught me that it is not a sign of weakness to ask for help, but a sign of strength.” Experts, such as Neha Cadabam of Cadabams Hospitals, welcomed the decision, pointing out the need to differentiate between normal sadness and clinical depression to pave the way for improved mental health awareness in India.
The gut and brain are interconnected through an axis called the gut-brain axis. It is a two-way network that influences each other. According to Harvard Health Publishing, this connection is the reason why emotional stress can trigger digestive issues, and further, in turn, gut imbalances can impact mental health. In fact, the gut communicates with the brain through various pathways, from nerves to the immune system. This means to keep your mental wellbeing healthy, you need to eat foods that also benefit your gut health.
Prakriti Poddar, mental health expert and global head of mental health and wellbeing at Roundglass Living, shared with HT Lifestyle that the gut is the ‘second brain’ and it is very vital in regulating the emotional state, moods and emotions. So what you eat is not only crucial for nutrient absorption but also impacts emotions and cognitive functions.
Gut balance begins by nourishing your gut microbiome first. “Gut is home to trillions of microbes, and it communicates directly with your central nervous system through the gut-brain axis,” Prakriti added.
A balanced gut health enhances your mental well-being. Prakriti revealed how gut bacteria help in reducing your stress and anxiety. She said, “When the gut is balanced, it supports calm, focus, and resilience. About 95% of the body’s serotonin, known as the ‘happiness chemical,’ is produced in the gut, which helps regulate mood and sleep. Beneficial bacteria in the gut also create gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that helps reduce stress and anxiety while improving rest.”
It puts things in perspective to realise that these gut microbes are actively influencing brain chemistry, helping regulate key neurotransmitters which are crucial for determining mood.
Fermented foods are one of the top picks for good gut health. And since good gut health influences the mind positively, you need to eat fermented foods, fibre-rich sources for mental wellbeing too.
“To support both gut and mind, choose foods that nourish this ecosystem. Fermented foods, such as yoghurt, idlis, kimchi, and chaas, aid digestion and are excellent additions. Whole grains provide fibre, nuts such as walnuts, almonds, and pistachios, along with seeds like chia or flax seeds, supply healthy fats, while colourful fruits and vegetables offer antioxidants,” Prakriti recommended.
So if you fix your diet and make it multitask for you by including gut-friendly foods, you can both nourish your mind and improve gut health. A healthy gut is one of the pillars of a happy mind.
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
When life becomes loud and uncertain, simple daily living habits can help slow the mind down. Many successful people spend time on simple pastimes to find some peace of mind and keep their focus. Such leisure activities usually don’t take up a huge amount of time or energy, but they can certainly help in maintaining some level of calm and equilibrium.
Experts recommend that engaging in short, mindful practices can alleviate stress and compartmentalize the ordinary stress of life into manageable and comfortable components.
The following are some simple activities to calm your mind, according to Healthline.com.
Chopping therapy: Chopping or cooking vegetables can be a calming experience. The act of slicing and producing food allows you to be calm and reflective. It is not about the food itself; the focus is fluid and intentional.
Tea rituals: Tea preparation rituals also allow us to slow down. Boiling water, steeping the tea leaves, and waiting for the right sipping temperature help with mindfulness and the present moment. Watching the steam rise brings our thoughts and focus away from stress or tension to presence or stillness. Loose-leaf teas from either green or oolong are often selected for their soothing properties.
Gardening: This additional activity can really help bring us back into nature. Many people who garden, teach, and work with herbs like basil, mint, or thyme provide a sense of accomplishment and peace. The process of developing a plant over time illustrates the virtue of being patient to receive results.
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Penning the thoughts: Another great method to declutter your mind is by writing down your thoughts in a journal or using handwritten notes. Writing down thoughts will help you unpack emotions and organize busy thoughts.
Tech-free walks: Taking a walk without your cell phone or listening to music through headphones allows you to declutter as well, while you walk, and let your mind just rest. Your brain might be in a good position to slow down and let the creative juices flow!
Food art and baking: For some, sketching food or baking may be satisfying to aid in the journaling and decluttering process. The act of drawing your meal or kneading that piece of dough allows you to focus and engage with the larger picture.
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They use simple, repetitive actions that calm the brain and reduce stress.
Just 10 to 30 minutes of daily practice can help you feel more focused.
Start with something you enjoy, like walking or journaling; it’s easier to keep the habit.
Trouble in Mind Records, the Chicago label that specialized in punk and garage-rock for more than a decade, has ceased operations. The label’s founders, Bill and Lisa Roe, shared the news today on social media, revealing that Trouble in Mind “ceased to exist as an active label as of June 1st of this year.” Find their full statement below.
Bill and Lisa Roe founded Trouble in Mind in 2009. It came to life around the same time that they welcomed their first child, Veronica “Ronnie” Moon. To start, they pressed only 7″ vinyl singles as the Roes balanced the label with parenthood, work in their band, CoCoComa, and day jobs. (Lisa is a librarian, and Bill worked as a production manager for Chicago Independent Distribution.) By 2010, they issued the label’s first full-length album, a self-titled endeavor from the Limiñanas. As the years continued, they released albums from Mikal Cronin, the Tubs, Dummy, David Nance Group, Ultimate Painting, Doug Tuttle, Negative Scanner, and many others.
Trouble in Mind made a name for itself for the garage, punk, and psych-rock music it championed, but the Roes always intended to offer a variety of music on their label. “The label has morphed as our tastes have,” Bill Roe said in 2017. “It’s all in the same wheelhouse but it’s a better reflection of what you’d see if you looked at our personal record collection. We figured out more what we want to release and plus our ears also get tired of hearing the same thing over and over. We release what catches our ear, so chaining ourselves to a certain genre or style of music seems pretty limiting—we’ve put out garage-punk, psych, experimental music, electronic music, and spiritual jazz records. Perhaps it makes our label harder to pin down or categorize, but fuck that, who cares?”
Trouble in Mind Records:
ADIEU
TROUBLE IN MIND RECORDS: 2009-2025
FRENZ. We are sad to announce that Trouble In Mind Records has ceased to exist as an active label as of June 1st of this year. We could point to a myriad of reasons why, BUT instead we’re going to focus on the positives. To all the artists we’ve ever worked with – being able to have even a minor part in releasing your art into the world was one of the greatest privileges we could have ever asked for & we love you all. If you have ever bought an album, streamed a song, saw one of our artists on tour, read an article or interview about us, told a friend about the label, or supported us in any way, shape, or form, we appreciate you & sincerely thank you for your support. YOU are the reason independent labels can still exist, so keep the faith! We’ll still be maintaining our back catalog for the foreseeable future and we hope you’ll take advantage of our BIG SALE happening over at our Bandcamp page. Take a whopping 30% off anything in the webshop using the code: ADIEU
http://troubleinmindrecords.bandcamp.com/merch
In closing; ALWAYS SUPPORT INDEPENDENT ARTISTS & LABELS, PROTECT TRANS PEOPLE, FUCK ICE, FREE PALESTINE and may all your scratch-offs be winners.
Sending love from our kitchen in Chicago, IL.
XOXO,
Bill & Lisa Roe
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Mazel tov to South Park’s favorite new couple, Donald Trump and Satan, who are expecting their first child together!
That was the big pay-off of this week’s episode, “Wok Is Dead,” revealed in the final 90 seconds in humorous storyline that centered on demonic Labubus, tariffs, and Fox News’ obsession with determining whether or not Trump and the Satan are fucking.
The episode’s A plot specifically dealt with the prices being shouldered by Americans due to Trump’s tariffs, experienced through Labubus. After his new “girlfriend” Red demands a rare Labubu as a birthday gift, Butters goes shopping at City Pop Up—formerly known as City Wok—only to encounter sticker shock from the shop’s owner Tuong Lu Kim.
“You think I pay tariff? You pay tariff! It’s not me, it’s your government,” Kim tells Butters. “I don’t get fucked by tariff, you get fucked by tariff. In China, we call it hot potato!” We later learn there’s more to these Labubus than meets the eye, as the curse of the tariffs has turned them demonic.
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All the while, South Park pokes fun at Fox News’ ever-fawning coverage of Trump. After exiting Air Force One, Trump is greeted by a diverse group of reporters composed solely of Fox reporters, who ask the question everyone wants to know: “Are you fucking Satan?” The network later dives deeper into the question with a full-fledged segment that includes Sean Hannity demonstrating the technique of how Trump and Satan might fuck. “The president is doing things no other president has done before,” exclaims a Fox & Friends anchor.
We eventually get our answer when, after the South Park elementary girls perform a Labulus dark ritual to summon Trump and Satan, the couple admits that not only are they fucking, but Satan is, in fact, pregnant. “I am bound to him. Yes, we are together. We’ve been together for months. I want to leave him, but I can’t—because I’m pregnant,” divulges Satan. “I’m forced to stay in this situation for several more years.”
Naturally, Fox News is overjoyed by the news, as is Kid Rock. “I honestly didn’t think the president wasn’t fucking Satan, but now knowing that he was this whole time, I’m just so happy,” Kid Rock said through tears.
Find out live coverage of South Park Season 27 here, and stream new episodes on Paramount+
Sex Pistols’ iconic and only album Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols has gotten the high fidelity vinyl treatment from Rhino.
The limited run of 5,000 copies is available to order immediately via Rhino’s website, at $39.98 each. In addition to hi-fi audio pressed on 180-gram vinyl, the reissue new liner notes by producer Chris Thomas.
“We put down a track, just rhythm guitar and drums, pretty much first-take, no mistakes,” noted Thomas. “It was impossible to know if it was any good, so, being a bit stumped, I asked [guitarist] Steve [Jones] if he would like to have a go at putting the bass part on.”
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He continued, “It was an absolute ‘Eureka!’ moment. The combination was so powerful, so simple. We bashed three more songs down, adding the bass and double-tracking the guitar in just a couple of hours. We were seriously in first-take territory.”
Sex Pistols broke up just months after Never Mind the Bollocks came out, and never released another studio album. The LP features such classics as “God Save the Queen,” “Anarchy in the U.K.,” “Bodies,” “Pretty Vacant,” and more, and stands as one of the greatest punk albums of all time.
These days, Steve Jones and fellow original members Glen Matlock and Paul Cook are touring with singer Frank Carter in place of original frontman Johnny Rotten. Sex Pistols Featuring Frank Carter will embark on a North American tour beginning September 16th in Dallas, with tickets available here.
Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols (Rhino High Fidelity) Tracklist:
Side One
“Holidays In The Sun”
“Bodies”
“No Feelings”
“Liar”
“Problems”
“God Save The Queen”
Side Two
“Seventeen”
“Anarchy In The U.K.”
“Sub-Mission”
“Pretty Vacant”
“New York”
“EMI”
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