India is in mourning following the passing of iconic industrialist Ratan Tata at the age of 83. Several states, including Maharashtra and Jharkhand, have declared a one-day state mourning on Thursday, with flags flown at half-mast and entertainment events canceled in respect for the former Tata Group chairman. The public will have the opportunity to pay their respects at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in Mumbai.
The White House Historical Association and NYU Steinhardt have launched a digital exhibit exploring the use of black cloth in mourning rituals at the White House from the mid-19th to mid-20th centuries. The exhibit, curated by NYU Costume Studies student Rachel Bellis, showcases how black fabric was used to drape the White House and adorn the mourning attire of First Ladies following the deaths of eight presidents in office.
Vietnamese social media users are showing their respect for late leader Nguyen Phu Trong by changing their profile pictures to black. The former Communist Party general secretary passed away at the age of 80, leaving a legacy of leadership during a period of significant economic growth and political stability.
