Culture

Why We Blow Out Birthday Candles—and the Surprising History Behind It

Streetside ingenuity

Robin Hood’s 1,200-year-old oak tree ‘killed by sightseers’

Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: ‘Life’s splendour forever lies in wait…’ — why hope can survive even in isolation

Quote of the day by Tabu: ‘People are more worried about your age than you are yourself’

From Ancient Charts To Hand-Drawn Masterpieces: The Fascinating Story Of Maps Before GPS

‘Inspiration, not means, drives creation’: Meet the first non-Indian curator of Kochi Biennale

Unveiling Belgium’s Most Quirky Festivals: From Confetti Carnivals To Blossoming Flower Carpets

The Art World Rediscovers Its Roots: Why Ceramics And Sculpture Are Back In Style

Indian man asks for water in Japanese village, ends up having lunch with elderly couple: ‘I just asked for water’

New DBM chief De Leon holds world record for stamp collecting

Gender discrimination continues as CHR seeks stronger govt protection

Explore the Cultural Soul of Czechia: From Historic Medieval Castles to Vibrant Modern Art Scenes

The hidden purpose of the Empire State Building’s soaring spire

Quote of the day by Jackie Chan: “Life will knock us down, but we can choose whether or not to stand back up…”

‘I’m still figuring it out’: IIT grad earning ₹70 LPA leaves entrepreneur stunned with honest reply

HistoriCity: The Great Nicobar’s Past and Present

The world's tallest church, under construction for nearly 150 years, is still unfinished.

Six Strings, Endless Stories: How The Guitar Inspires Legends, Cultures, And Creativity

Man says biggest culture shock after moving from Bengaluru to Mumbai wasn’t rent or traffic, it was…