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 ...

Washington College Academy recently announced its monthly arts and crafts classes as well as the opening of its Farmers & Thrift Shop on Friday, April 4. Fees apply ...

A busker, though, performs for tips: He sings and plays the guiro, a percussion instrument made from a hollowed-out gourd with a rigid surface. Kids sell candy and cigarettes to passersby.