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Giant clocks worldwide are more than timekeepers. They are architectural wonders and cultural symbols. From Saudi Arabia's Makkah Royal Clock Tower to India's Bhestan Floral Clock, these structures blend engineering and art. They stand as landmarks, reflecting local heritage and human creativity. These colossal timepieces captivate visitors and locals alike.

Ukrainian content creator Sandra received an unexpected gift of money from her Indian father-in-law, who explained it was because she embodies Goddess Lakshmi, a symbol of wealth and prosperity. This sweet gesture highlights a cultural belief in Indian homes where women are seen as bringing good luck and positivity to the household, a sentiment Sandra found heartwarming.

Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans, has passed away at the age of 43. He died peacefully after a prolonged battle with cancer. Radvinsky acquired the adult-content platform in 2018. He transformed OnlyFans into a major cultural force, reshaping the pornography industry. His family has requested privacy during this difficult time.

The world is focused on the West Asia war. So partly are Ukrainians, who have endured the sound and pain of war for four years. “Now you know what we go through,” they say. Resilience has become a fact of life for them; surrender is off the table. As a TOI journalist visiting the country’s war-hit capital discovered, having lost so much, most Ukrainians are still not prepared to lose their dignity

Noted Ukrainian pianist and ethnomusicologist Taras Filenko explains how Russia is constantly using culture for political goals

Ukrainian ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk responded to his Russian counterpart’s letter (‘Ukraine has repressed Russian-speaking people’, July 10). The Russian ambassador’s letter was in response to one story in TOI ’s eight-part series on the price of war and fight for peace. Excerpts:

The concert featured an evocative performance by Dr. Taras Filenko, a renowned Ukrainian pianist and ethnomusicologist, alongside acclaimed Polish violinist Tomasz Pajak.

Austria and Ukraine Present a Joint Literary Voice at the New Delhi World Book Fair

UNESCO rushes to save Ukrainian borscht soup tradition threatened by war as refugees rebuild lives abroad