Vidya Balan once shared how eliminating certain food items from her diet that caused inflammation – such as bottle gourd – actually helped her shed extra kilos.

A snapshot of the AIGC short film Voices of the Axis that uses voiceprint visualization and data-driven techniques to transform "silent" historical sounds into imagery at the "Heart of Beijing" ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. The gourd is the container of choice ...

This is the season when autumnal displays surround us. Decorative gourds seem to appear overnight, as if beamed down from an alien spacecraft: striped, speckled, warted, and winged. Bright bursts of ...

Each fall, as grocery stores and garden centers pile up mountains of orange pumpkins, it’s easy to forget the diverse gourd family. Pumpkins might be the headliners, but they’re not the only stars in ...

You may have seen that gourds can grow into some pretty wacky shapes, but did you know that they can actually be intentionally molded as well? The Gourd Project, an initiative begun by designer Jun ...

Dried gourds have been a staple in several cultures for centuries, and they provide a unique way to liven up your home. In African decor, these natural beauties can be turned into stunning and cheap ...

The Nantong Banyao kite has a unique shape. Compared with other kites, it is larger in size, flat like a board and equipped with a whistle. When it is released, the kite makes rhythmic sounds, which ...

Bitter gourd is rich in fibre, which makes it excellent for digestive health.Photo Credit: iStock Bitter Gourd Benefits: It is often said that the way we start our morning sets the tone for the rest ...

African gourd decorating is a centuries-old traditional art. The craft consists of turning simple gourds into intricate works of art using various techniques and materials. Not only the decorated ...

Ridge gourd, also known as turai/tori in Hindi, is a long, dark green vegetable with ridged skin and white, spongy flesh. It's widely used in Indian, Southeast Asian, and African cuisines for its mild ...

Bottle gourd—a staple in Indian kitchens and traditional medicine—is widely praised for its hydrating properties, digestive benefits and role in weight management. Low in calories but rich in fibre ...