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From 'love bombing' to turtle trails: Here's a weekly roundup of Mid-Day.com’s top feature stories

Updated on: 13 February,2022 03:47 PM IST  |  Mumbai
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From Safer Internet Day to Valentine’s week, the second week of February has been eventful. We have rounded up our top stories for your Sunday reading

From 'love bombing' to turtle trails: Here's a weekly roundup of Mid-Day.com’s top feature stories

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Love is in the air during the second week of February. While Valentine’s day is supposed to be a celebration of love, single women share their plans involving self-care, unwinding with girlfriends, work, and more. We also delve into love bombing- a dating malpractice that has gained traction. With electric double decker buses about to hit the streets of Mumbai soon, city folk express their hopes and dreams. Mumbai chefs share exciting recipes for you to experiment with seasonal ingredient amaranth leaves. Our feature on Safer Internet Day delves into the importance of privacy protections to prevent cybercrimes against children. In an innovative effort to aid the conservation of Maharashtra's Olive Ridleys, Mangrove Foundation and the Wildlife Institute of India are satellite tagging the turtles. An expert tells us about the significance and process of the project.


What is ‘love bombing' and how to steer clear of it



The latest buzzword in modern dating, ‘'love bombing'’ refers to showering a new partner with affection and attention with the intention to manipulate them. Experts outline warning signs to help you detect this dating practice, its impact on your wellbeing, and how to navigate your way out of such a situation. Pic/iStock

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Safer Internet Day: It’s time we talked about children’s online safety

Cybercrimes against children in Maharashtra almost tripled from 70 cases in 2019 to 207 in 2020, according to data from the National Crime Records Bureau. In a digital era, where both academics and leisure for children are all about smartphones and tablets, online threats are growing but privacy protections for minors in India remain inadequate. Pic/iStock

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There’s more to laal math than meets the eye, say Mumbai chefs

Fresh amaranth leaves, popularly known as laal math, have hit the market in abundance. While not as loved as other leafy vegetables, three city chefs believe, based on experience and experimentation, that there is a lot of potential in this seasonal ingredient. Pic/Sante Spa Cuisine Khar

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Turtle Trails: How and why Maharashtra's Olive Ridleys are being satellite tagged

Members of the Mangrove Foundation and the Wildlife Institute of India recently satellite tagged two Olive Ridley sea turtles in Maharashtra. It is the first such effort to study the migratory patterns of these fascinating creatures on India’s western coast. Expert Harshal Karve, actively involved in the conservation project, tells us more. Pic/Harshal Karve

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With electric double deckers set to hit Mumbai, BEST fans share hopes and fears

In January, the Maharashtra government said the BEST would get 900 electric and AC double deckers, to provide a cleaner alternative to existing buses and reverse the decline in commuters. Bus lovers in the city say it's a start but have a longer wish list – including dedicated bus lanes, cleaner options, and a nod to Mumbai's old double deckers. File pic

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Galentine’s Day: How single women plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air. Or is it, if you’re single? Mid-day.com spoke to independent single women across the country, who mark the day with self-care, girlfriends, work, and more. Pic/iStock

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