Xenophobia, fear of those different from us, is too often the root of much evil. This article explores what we learn from Frankenstein, Star Trek and evolutionary biology.

In the midst of a global pandemic, one can’t help wondering, are online classes really necessary for primary school kids?

Every time we are scared, we can be talked out of the need for privacy. But privacy is a fundamental right. Do we actually value it? Are we even aware of the ways in which our privacy is being intruded upon?

From hydroxychloroquine and BCG vaccinations, to blood thinners and pulse oximeters, scientists have left no avenue unexplored. Simultaneously, universities and labs are working intensely on developing a vaccine. So here are somethings one should know.

A review of Pharaoh and Cleopatra, a computer game set in ancient Egypt, requiring clever planning and parallel information processing. Bonus: It's great for family time.

The virus has taken the world by storm. So here's a little recap in poem form.

A recipe for coffee cake

: Don't miss them. Whatever comes of this crisis, the memories of how we dealt with it, are precious.

A quick and easy recipe, for slightly soupy vegetable noodles. Flavorful, healthy, non-spicy and rich in anti-oxidants. Perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.

These have been a strange few weeks. A crisis can bring us together, even when it isolates us.

No school, no classes, no movie theaters and no malls. No kid festivals and play centers either. The kids are home for at least two whole weeks. So what do we do with them?

Art comes in many forms. If you love it, show your appreciation, or it will disappear!

A fun poem that summarizes the Rapunzel story

An easy to make dessert, with widely available ingredients, that doubles up as an activity for kids.

A review of National Geographic Readers for early readers and curious kids.

Enter enthusiastically, enjoy the show, check all your body parts, before you go. We've stolen hearts, kidneys and more, we at The Hive are hungry for gore. Horror of any kind is welcome here, stop by to learn all about fear.

In across the line, Nayanika Mahtani skillfully uses a synergy of wit and emotion to enrich an engrossing story that spans generations across one notoriously blood soaked border. Read on for a detailed review.

It's Christmas season. Have you got Christmas gifts for your loved ones yet? Nina has, and it's all quite bizarre. Her reasons for choosing the gift are even more astounding! We have a Christmas gift for you too. Of course, it's an interesting fact or discovery. But what? Read on to find out ...

One day in school, nine-year-old Tania suddenly notices blood stains in her underwear. She realizes she is bleeding, and it won’t stop. Where is the blood coming from? Is she sick? What’s going to happen? Read on to find out!

A review of La Folie Lab, a tiny French cafe tucked away on Hill road in Bandra West, Mumbai. A secret gem waiting to be discovered. What can I say? I’ve fallen for La Folie ;)

Dealing with desperation.

This poem was inspired by the movie Chocolat and should perhaps be called Chocophony.

When the free spirited Vianne and her daughter Anouk take up residence in a small orthodox town in France, they ruffle quite a few feathers. Many of the town's deep dark secrets are unearthed. While Vianne struggles to settle in without compromising her beliefs and lifestyle, the townsfolk battle to hold on to their pious ways. The heartwarming drama that ensues is riveting. Read on for a detailed review.

Is laughter really the best medicine, or is there a dark side to it? Can you be funny without making fun of someone or something? Nina and Nana discuss these philosophical questions and share a few of their favorite jokes.

On a vacation in Coorg, my dealings with a risky situation made me realize why teens may indulge in risky behavior and I learned three important lessons in parenting teens.