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Time of India
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ab-etching surgery gives Bandman Kevo six pack without working out, and rappers are lining up for it
In the world of hip-hop, a six-pack is no longer earned solely through hours at the gym. A growing number of rappers and male celebrities are turning to a cosmetic procedure called abdominal etching , a high-definition liposuction technique that sculpts fat around the abs to create the illusion of a chiseled core. The trend reached viral status after rapper Bandman Kevo posted a shirtless photo on X, showing off his surgically defined torso. 'Not everyone is gonna admit it, but I got lipo for my abs and waist. Now I'm 220 from 284. No shame in my game,' Kevo wrote. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bangalore to Indonesia Batik Airlines Book Now Undo Often referred to as the " male BBL ," ab etching has become especially popular among men in urban centers like Miami, Los Angeles, London, and Toronto. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 250,000 liposuction procedures were performed in 2023, with ab-etching among the fastest-growing segments. While some online reports suggest the procedure can cost up to $16,000, most experts say prices range between $3,000 and $10,000 in the US, depending on the city and surgeon. High-end clinics in cities like New York or LA may charge up to $13,000, while international packages in Thailand or Turkey cost as little as $3,300. Live Events Originally developed in the 1990s by Dr. Henry Mentz and refined with ultrasonic technology by Dr. Alfredo Hoyos, the procedure uses small cannulas and incisions to remove fat and accentuate the natural lines of the abdominal muscles. The surgery takes 1–3 hours, followed by 4–6 weeks of recovery with compression garments. 'This is enhancement, not creation,' said Dr. Morales, a Los Angeles-based plastic surgeon. 'You can't come in 40 pounds overweight and expect a six-pack.' Critics argue that glorifying surgical abs may send the wrong message, especially to younger audiences. 'It's like digital filters, but for your body,' said Mel Ruiz, a health writer and body image advocate. 'If you can buy your abs, what does that say about the rest of us grinding in the gym?' On platforms like TikTok and Instagram , hashtags like #AbEtching and #MaleBBL regularly trend, fueled by speculation over celebrity physiques, including rumors that rapper Drake may have undergone the procedure, though he has not confirmed it. The six-pack, once a symbol of discipline, may now be seen as just another aesthetic investment.


Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Asha Bhosle honours RD Burman's 85th birth anniversary with harmonium tribute: " I used to sing his songs very easily, but those who come now will find it difficult"
Today marks the 85th birth anniversary of legendary composer Rahul Dev Burman. His wife, singer Asha Bhosle, paid tribute by garlanding his photo and honoring his harmonium. Known as Pancham Da, Burman revolutionized Bollywood music with iconic songs like "Dum Maro Dum," leaving a lasting legacy in Indian music. Today, June 27, marks the 85th birth anniversary of the late music composer Rahul Dev Burman , and his wife, the celebrated singer Asha Bhosle , honored the occasion. She paid tribute by respectfully acknowledging his treasured harmonium, placed alongside his photograph and various awards and medals. A Personal Gesture of Remembrance The singer, adorned in a lovely pastel saree and her characteristic pearl necklace, honored her husband by placing a garland on his picture. Many might not know that this legendary pair, a singer and a music composer, not only created hit songs together but were also husband and wife. Memories of Musical Collaboration Bhosle fondly recalled her collaboration with RD Burman , emphasizing how effortlessly she could sing his compositions. She told IANS, 'I never had any difficulty tuning with him. I never faced any trouble during recordings. I used to sing his songs very easily, but those who come now will find it difficult. They won't be able to sing the songs that I have sung." Their Personal Journey Asha Bhosle and Rahul Dev Burman tied the knot in 1980. Although they separated in the late 1980s due to Burman's lifestyle choices, their deep respect for each other never faded, and they maintained regular contact until his death in 1994. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Amritsar to Thailand Batik Airlines Book Now Undo Legacy of a Musical Legend Rahul Dev Burman, also called Pancham Da, was a famous Indian music composer who changed Bollywood music from the 1960s to the 1980s. He mixed Western instruments and electronic sounds with traditional Indian melodies. Some of his popular songs are "Dum Maro Dum" and "Mehbooba Mehbooba." He worked with famous singers like Kishore Kumar , Lata Mangeshkar , and Asha Bhosle.


Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Airplane passenger apologises for wildly embarrassing incident: 'I'm sorry for the stink'
A traveller who suffered an embarrassing bout of gastro on a flight has publicly apologised to his fellow passengers for creating a 'stink' and vomiting on a woman. The man had been flying with Batik Airlines from Jakarta, in Indonesia, to Perth on Sunday when his illness suddenly hit. He said he had begun to feel sick after he ate dragon fruit at his hotel before boarding the four-and-a-half-hour flight. 'I want to apologise to you all for my uncontrollable gastroenteritis,' he wrote on Reddit. 'I'm sorry for the stink. My diarrhoea was dreadful, but I managed to get to the toilet on time, each time. 'Thank you for your understanding and kindness by giving me some paracetamol. I was terribly embarrassed. Thank you to the man sitting next to me in the opposite aisle seat, you were all so understanding.' It wasn't only the stench that annoyed his fellow flyers. 'I am so sorry to the lady who was sitting next to me and I vomited all over you. I missed the vomit bag,' he said. Gastroenteritis, commonly known as 'gastro' or 'stomach flu', is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by various factors like viruses, bacteria, or parasites. It typically leads to symptoms like diarrhoea and vomiting, and can sometimes cause dehydration. The vast majority of those on Reddit were sympathetic towards the man who had to deal with his illness in a confined space. 'Gastro is a nightmare to deal with in flight,' one said. 'I once dealt with it ripping through economy on a flight to the States. It was awful, and we ran out of everything. 'People were vomiting into their hands and eventually we gave up trying to segregate anyone as it was obvious it was out of control. 'Three of the crew ended up with it as well. We basically shoved one crew into the cockpit with the bio gear and told her to only leave to get the pilots food and drink.' 'This is a nightmare situation. So sorry you had to go through that in such a crowded space with no way out,' another wrote. One of the man's fellow passengers even chimed in. 'Hey mate, met you at the smokers' section just outside pickup when you were heading off to look for your car,' they said. 'I kept thinking about what you said after I got home. Honestly, I don't know if I would've reacted with the same grace as that lady in the moment. 'I reckon I probably would've flipped out, not from anger, just from the heat of the moment.' The gastroenteritis victim went on to say the vomiting didn't last long, but he still had to rush to the toilet a few times during the night when he got home. One social media user asked why the man would let the world know his embarrassing story. 'Not even God himself could beat this information out of me. Glad the flight was okay and people were understanding,' they wrote.


Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NYT Connections hints and answers for today (June 10, 2025)
NYT Connections is back to challenge and entertain players around the globe. Today's puzzle for June 10, 2025, features a mix of clever wordplay, common traps, and a splash of nostalgic slang. Whether you're stuck on the final group or just looking to confirm your guesses, we've compiled the full set of hints, answers, and explanations for today's game to help you out. Just be sure to scroll slowly, as spoilers are ahead. What is NYT Connections Connections is a daily puzzle game from The New York Times that tasks players with grouping 16 seemingly unrelated words into four connected categories. These categories range from thematic links like slang or legal terms to more abstract associations like wordplay or hidden prefixes. The game is part of the NYT Games suite, alongside Wordle, Spelling Bee, and Mini Crossword. How to play NYT Connections by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trichy to Thailand Batik Airlines Book Now Undo Each day at midnight local time, a new Connections puzzle is posted. Players are presented with a grid of 16 words. The goal is to sort them into four groups of four, with each group sharing a hidden connection. Some groups are straightforward, while others require lateral thinking or familiarity with pop culture or idioms. You have four chances to make mistakes. After four wrong attempts, the game ends. Clues are color-coded by difficulty: Yellow: Easiest Green: Moderate Blue: Challenging Purple: Trickiest (often includes wordplay) Today's hints for NYT Connections (June 10) Here are the category hints for today's game: Yellow group — The decision makers Green group — Enhance your documents Blue group — slangs popular in the 1980s youth culture Purple group — stamp, line and active would work here And a sneak peek at one word from each group: Yellow — Chair Green — Table Blue — Chill Purple — Heavy Today's NYT Connections answers Here are the complete answers grouped by category: Yellow — Arbitrate: Chair, Judge, Mediate, Moderate Green — Things you can insert in a document: Chart, Image, Table, Text Box Blue — '80s slang: Chill, Psych, Radical, Word Purple — Words that go with "duty": Civic, Customs, Heavy, Jury Explanation of today's NYT Connections Arbitrate (Yellow): These words relate to making decisions or presiding over discussions. Chair and Judge are formal roles, while Mediate and Moderate imply resolving disputes or controlling debate. Document inserts (Green): These are elements you can add into digital documents. Chart, Image, Table, and Text Box are all standard formatting tools. '80s Slang (Blue): Chill, Psych, Radical, and Word were all popular slang terms in the 1980s, still familiar to many today. Blank Duty (Purple): Each of these pairs with "duty" to form a common phrase: Civic duty, Customs duty, Heavy duty, and Jury duty. This was perhaps the trickiest group, requiring familiarity with compound phrases. Today's Connections puzzle offered a nice balance of straightforward logic and fun language twists. The arbitrate group was relatively clear, but the purple group with its hidden compound terms added a smart layer of difficulty. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, remember to look for patterns and think creatively. Check back tomorrow for more Connections fun. Also read: Blue Lock Rivals codes AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now