'Magic brings you closer to reality'

Part II: 'Magic is about the effect, not how it's done'In this concluding part Peter Lamontexpresses his unabashed admiration for Indian magic, though he is certain that the Indian Rope Trick never......

Chinese breaks fast record

AChinese herbalist has apparently broken the world record for fasting set byAmerican magician David Blaine last year, reports the BBC. Dr Chen Jianmin, who emerged after spending 49 days without......

Chinese doctor to attempt 49-day fast

A 50-year-old Chinese herbalist doctor said he will fast for 49 days to challenge the world record of 44 days set by US magician David Blaine last October and also promote traditional Chinese......

Magician ends 44-day glass box drama

US magician David Blaine was rushed to hospital Sunday evening after ending a 44-day fast, during which he was suspended above London's River Thames in a glass box,report agencies. He survived only......

The Great Indian Selection Trick

Time was when a team announcement by the national selectors would cause my blood pressure to shoot sky high. Since coming to New York, though, I find that such selectorial exercises are no longer......