A walk through urban mosaic on streets of Schaerbeek
The article explores the colorful tradition of mosaic street art tiles found on the cobblestone footpaths of Brussels, specifically within the Schaerbeek municipality. Originally a…
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Writing Through Light: What My Shadow Taught Me
Inspired by a photograph of her own shadow, the author uses the metaphor of darkness to reflect on the complexities of human existence, including our evolving identities and the qu…
A Bihari Worker
While traveling, the narrator meets Kamrul T., a young welder from Bihar who migrated to Tiruvuru due to a lack of employment opportunities in his hometown. Kamrul earns a modest w…
Discovering the Iconic Château Frontenac in Québec City
The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is an iconic, French-inspired landmark in Québec City that has served as a grand architectural symbol since 1893. Beyond its stunning "château-sty…
#ThursdayTreeLove – 202
While walking in Bangalore, the author identifies a Redvine Flowering Maple, a South American plant that has become naturalized in India. The post also promotes "Thursday Tree Love…
Eagle o Eagle, where art thou?
The author and their companion, Sid, went on a morning hike in Pittsburgh with the specific goal of spotting a bald eagle. Although they did not find the eagle, they observed vario…
Krishna Calls.
The author contrasts his nostalgic memories of authentic, community-centered Krishna Ashtami rituals in Udupi with the modern era's commercialized and performative celebrations. He…
An Engineer bird
The weaver bird uses grass and flexible sticks to engineer intricate, hanging nests that provide comfort and protection from predators like snakes. These impressive structures are …
Engagement ceremony
Through an interview with Mrs. Mallika Ranganathan, this article details the traditional Brahmin (Iyengar/Iyer) customs and procedures involved in an engagement (Nischayathartham).…
#ThursdayTreeLove – 200
Marking the 200th edition of the "Thursday Tree Love" photo feature, the author shares a poignant reflection on the cycle of life and death inspired by a Peepal tree at a cremation…
#ThursdayTreeLove – 195
To conclude the final "Thursday Tree Love" edition of 2025, the author shares a mesmerizing photo of a tree captured near the Ozarkhed dam in India. The post invites the global tre…
Spiritual Shades of the Rainy Season
While popular culture often associates the rainy season with romance, Sant Tulsidas uses the monsoon in the *Ramcharitmanas* to offer profound spiritual lessons. By using natural p…