Monthly Archives: July 2012

Great Goans: Abbé Faria (1756 – 1819)

Pioneer of modern hypnosis Our tiny state of Goa has no dearth of illustrious personalities. But let’s begin by turning the spotlight on one of the earliest non-resident Goans to make a mark on a global level, who introduced the … Continue reading

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The perfect husband

Mr. Right Just a few days ago, during his talk show on a popular TV Channel, the American political commentator Chris Matthews referred to President Barack Obama as “the perfect father, the perfect husband”.  Set me thinking. How many wives … Continue reading

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Doing a lot of nothing

Have you laughed lately? Here’s something to tickle your funny bone. (Source: wackywits)

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Great Goans: The pride of Goa

A glittering Goan heritage  Mario Miranda: A ‘mando’ underway at a Goan reception On December 11, 2011, India lost one of her pioneering and renowned cartoonists, and Goa an illustrious son. A great modern-day Goan personality, Mario Miranda, passed away … Continue reading

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