Pink cotton candy. The buttery smell of popcorn. Colourful heart-shaped balloons sold by a vendor on a cycle near the gate. Stage lights in order. Speaker volumes checked. Cushiony seats dusted and ...

The Olympics is a global stage where athletes can make their name, pushing them to their limits as competitors, but what’s left of its ancient spiritual roots?

7. It is believed that Kalarippayattu was introduced to China at the Shaolin Temple in the 5th century AD by Bodhidharma, who was originally from Thanjavore, a cultural center that was part of Kerala ...