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7 Best Snow Destinations Across The World To Visit This Winter
From the Himalayas to the Arctic, these destinations redefine winter with postcard-perfect snow, quiet magic, and unforgettable adventures.
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Mexico President's Rivals Accuse Her Of Using Groping Row As Diversion Tactic
The groping of Mexico President on a street shone a bright light on the gender violence women face every day, but the country's political polarisation has tarnished what under other circumstances would seem a natural moment for national solidarity.
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US Official Says China Gave Green Light To TikTok Transfer
China has approved the transfer agreement for the short video app TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday, adding that he expects it to move forward in the coming weeks and months but giving no other details.
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Singapore Charges Indian-Origin Man Over Diwali Fireworks Display
A 39-year-old Indian-origin man was charged on Thursday for lighting fireworks in Singapore as part of Diwali celebrations, despite a ban on fireworks by the city-state, local media reported.
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Trump's "Light's Victory Over Darkness" Diwali Message For Americans
Donald Trump said Diwali is a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate.
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Ayodhya Eyes Guinness Record, To Light 26 Lakh Diyas On Deepotsav Today
Ayodhya is set to celebrate Deepotsav from today, marking the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. The grand preparations are underway for Deepotsav to create history with over 26 lakhs diyas.
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"Warm Welcome" For Keir Starmer In Mumbai As He Lights Diyas Ahead Of Diwali
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer lit diyas in Mumbai on Wednesday, symbolising the deep cultural ties between India and the United Kingdom as the Diwali festival approaches.
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California Becomes Third US State To Recognise Diwali As Official Holiday
In a historic development for the Indian diaspora, California has designated Diwali as an official state holiday, becoming the third state in the US to officially recognise the Indian festival of lights as a holiday.
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US Government On Brink Of Shutdown After Senate Rejects Funding Bills
The US government barreled towards its first shutdown in six years Tuesday, with funding expiring at midnight after Democrats fought a war of words with Donald Trump and senators rejected a last-ditch bid to keep the lights on.
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Watch: Dubai's Burj Khalifa Lights Up To Celebrate PM Modi's 75th Birthday
Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa was illuminated with the images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of his 75th birthday on Wednesday.
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Xi Jinping, Putin's Minute-Long Chat Puts Bonhomie On Display At SCO Summit
As leaders from across Asia congregate for the Shanghai Cooperation Summit, lighter moments are being witnessed apart from discussions on pressing issues like trade, development and regional conflicts.
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8 Must-Visit Dark Sky Destinations For Astronomy Lovers
Stargazing has captivated humans for centuries, and while city life can make it hard to experience, there are still some incredible spots around the world where the night sky is as breathtaking as it's been for millennia.
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Fireball Lights Up Night Sky In Japan
A flashing fireball dashed across the skies of western Japan, shocking residents and dazzling stargazers, though experts said it was a natural phenomenon and not an alien invasion.
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892-Kilometres Megaflash From Texas To Kansas Shatters World Record For Longest Lightning Strike
Researchers used data from the GOES East weather satellite, which orbits 22,236 miles above Earth's surface, to detect the enormous lightning strike.
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Migrant Workers Face Evictions As Dubai Cracks Down On Shared Crowded Apartments
Lights flicker, doors hang off their hinges and holes in the walls expose pipes in the apartment building where Hesham, an Egyptian migrant worker, lives in Dubai, an emirate better known for its flashy skyscrapers and penthouses.
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7 Best Snow Destinations Across The World To Visit This Winter
From the Himalayas to the Arctic, these destinations redefine winter with postcard-perfect snow, quiet magic, and unforgettable adventures.
-
Mexico President's Rivals Accuse Her Of Using Groping Row As Diversion Tactic
The groping of Mexico President on a street shone a bright light on the gender violence women face every day, but the country's political polarisation has tarnished what under other circumstances would seem a natural moment for national solidarity.
-
US Official Says China Gave Green Light To TikTok Transfer
China has approved the transfer agreement for the short video app TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday, adding that he expects it to move forward in the coming weeks and months but giving no other details.
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Singapore Charges Indian-Origin Man Over Diwali Fireworks Display
A 39-year-old Indian-origin man was charged on Thursday for lighting fireworks in Singapore as part of Diwali celebrations, despite a ban on fireworks by the city-state, local media reported.
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Trump's "Light's Victory Over Darkness" Diwali Message For Americans
Donald Trump said Diwali is a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate.
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Ayodhya Eyes Guinness Record, To Light 26 Lakh Diyas On Deepotsav Today
Ayodhya is set to celebrate Deepotsav from today, marking the homecoming of Lord Shri Ram. The grand preparations are underway for Deepotsav to create history with over 26 lakhs diyas.
-
"Warm Welcome" For Keir Starmer In Mumbai As He Lights Diyas Ahead Of Diwali
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer lit diyas in Mumbai on Wednesday, symbolising the deep cultural ties between India and the United Kingdom as the Diwali festival approaches.
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California Becomes Third US State To Recognise Diwali As Official Holiday
In a historic development for the Indian diaspora, California has designated Diwali as an official state holiday, becoming the third state in the US to officially recognise the Indian festival of lights as a holiday.
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US Government On Brink Of Shutdown After Senate Rejects Funding Bills
The US government barreled towards its first shutdown in six years Tuesday, with funding expiring at midnight after Democrats fought a war of words with Donald Trump and senators rejected a last-ditch bid to keep the lights on.
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Watch: Dubai's Burj Khalifa Lights Up To Celebrate PM Modi's 75th Birthday
Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa was illuminated with the images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of his 75th birthday on Wednesday.
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Xi Jinping, Putin's Minute-Long Chat Puts Bonhomie On Display At SCO Summit
As leaders from across Asia congregate for the Shanghai Cooperation Summit, lighter moments are being witnessed apart from discussions on pressing issues like trade, development and regional conflicts.
-
8 Must-Visit Dark Sky Destinations For Astronomy Lovers
Stargazing has captivated humans for centuries, and while city life can make it hard to experience, there are still some incredible spots around the world where the night sky is as breathtaking as it's been for millennia.
-
Fireball Lights Up Night Sky In Japan
A flashing fireball dashed across the skies of western Japan, shocking residents and dazzling stargazers, though experts said it was a natural phenomenon and not an alien invasion.
-
892-Kilometres Megaflash From Texas To Kansas Shatters World Record For Longest Lightning Strike
Researchers used data from the GOES East weather satellite, which orbits 22,236 miles above Earth's surface, to detect the enormous lightning strike.
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Migrant Workers Face Evictions As Dubai Cracks Down On Shared Crowded Apartments
Lights flicker, doors hang off their hinges and holes in the walls expose pipes in the apartment building where Hesham, an Egyptian migrant worker, lives in Dubai, an emirate better known for its flashy skyscrapers and penthouses.
