We all grew up reading mythological stories either from comic books, or we listened to our grandparents narrate it to us – almost as if they were a part of it. These stories would paint too many pictures inside our heads back then, but out there in the real world, they have been represented by many talented artists. Can we correlate?
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With coming in of artificial materials to enrich the finishing of goods, natural substances like ceramics are being forgotten. But, ceramics form a very essential part of our everyday existence, even in places and instances where we are not aware of. How and where all, find out here.
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Cartoons are not just a means of entertainment, but serve several other crucial functions in a society. From exposing the fictitious sides of governments to becoming a powerful mode of
dissent when verbal communication is under attack – cartoons serve more functions than are just overtly obvious.
Food though is about taste, but is not limited to it, and spreads wide to include within it several other elements. It also contributes towards formulation of and sustenance of perceptions and also false notions about certain cultures or people. To know what else various connotations are associated with the word “food”, read here.
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Every moment we create history, and museums document history, so why can’t museums showcase present battles and scenarios? Read here, the newest artefacts and stories that museums should showcase.
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