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Small plane crashes in Brazil's Gramado, kills at least 10 people

A small plane crashed into a Brazilian town that’s popular with tourists on Sunday, killing all 10 passengers on board and injuring more than a dozen people on the ground, Brazil’s Civil Defense Agency said. Local media reported that the plane was piloted by Luiz Claudio Galeazzi, a Brazilian businessman who was travelling with his family to Sao Paulo State. …

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1 day, 18 hours ago

India's architecture fans guard Mumbai's Art Deco past

Deccan Chronicle

Mumbai: A towering cinema with a roofline like an ocean liner stands out in India's financial capital Mumbai, part of a remarkable Art Deco architectural heritage that campaigners say needs protection. A sweep of some Art Deco buildings -- including offices, colleges and residential complexes -- was listed on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 2018, alongside the city's Victorian Gothic …

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2 days, 6 hours ago

Scholarships: December 21, 2024

The Hindu

Swami Dayanand Merit India Scholarships An initiative of the Swami Dayanand Education Foundation. Eligibility: Open to first- and second-year students enrolled in Engineering, Medical, or Architecture programmes at government or private institutions across India. Rewards: Variable depending on AIR score in entrance exams Application: Online Deadline: December 31, 2024 www.b4s.in/edge/SDEFSL1 Omron Healthcare Scholarship An initiative of OMRON Healthcare India. Rewards: …

India

3 days, 12 hours ago

A 44-member team from Uttar Pradesh reaches Vijayawada as part of Centre’s youth exchange programme

The Hindu

A team of 44 students and young professionals, drawn from various educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh, has arrived at the School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, as part of the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” initiative of the Union Ministry of Education. The youth exchange programme aims to foster unity in diversity, cultural exchange and experiential learning among the youth across …

Spa Uttar Pradesh Vijayawada Yuva Sangham

3 days, 23 hours ago

Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

India Today

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams announced the launch of Tirumala Vision 2047, an initiative aimed at the sustainable development, environmental management, and heritage conservation of the town. This initiative aligns with the state government's Swarna Andhra Vision 2047, with an emphasis on transforming Tirumala into a globally recognised model of spiritual and sustainable growth. The initiative aims to blend traditional aesthetics with …

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3 days, 23 hours ago

Fostering an awareness of 20th-century architectural heritage

China Daily

Part of the stepped garden residence complex on the North China University of Technology campus. Still in use, Lyu's project was inscribed on the fourth batch of Chinese 20th-century architectural heritage sites, co-presented by the Chinese Cultural Relics Society and the Architectural Society of China in 2019. To keep up with the international trend of studying and safeguarding 20th-century architectural …

Architecture Heritage China Committee Chinese Century Architects

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Nvidia's most affordable Gen AI supercomputer, Jetson Orin Nano, is here: What is it and how it works

India Today

Nvidia, a global leader in computing and artificial intelligence, has unveiled its most affordable generative AI supercomputer, the Jetson Orin Nano. The Nvidia Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit is compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand and offers enhanced generative AI capabilities. The latest software updates for the Jetson Orin Nano Super will enhance generative AI …

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TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

Deccan Chronicle

The devasthanam has issued a Request for Proposal, inviting experienced agencies to contribute their expertise for planned development, heritage preservation and environmental sustainability of the sacred Tirumala hill town. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has already emphasised the importance of preserving Tirumala’s cultural and religious heritage while incorporating sustainable and contemporary design principles to enhance pilgrims’ experience. His vision focuses …

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4 days, 23 hours ago

China eases visa-free transit rules to boost openness, int'l exchanges

China Daily

The National Immigration Administration said the permitted stay for eligible foreign travelers has been extended from the previous 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours, or 10 days. "Compared with the previous 72- and 144-hour visa-free transit policies, a notable feature of the policy adjustment is the introduction of cross-regional travel, allowing foreign visitors to move freely across the designated …

Travel Policy China Visa Regions Foreign Liu

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Hollywood Forever’s new mausoleum is a high-rise for the dead: ‘This is the future of cemeteries’

LA Times

Hollywood Forever Cemetery, the resting place of Rudolph Valentino, Judy Garland, Alfred Hitchcock, Cecil B. DeMille and other Hollywood royalty — not to mention contemporary icons like Johnny Ramone, Chris Cornell and Quincy Jones — has always been a place of innovation. “We’re not going to build more cemeteries in L.A., so we need to come up with creative ways …

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Movie Review: Like architecture itself, ‘The Brutalist’ is an epic exercise in ambition and grandeur

Associated Press

“The making of a good building,” observed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, “is a great moral performance.” Like many notable quotes about architecture, it speaks to grandeur, permanence, scale. Tóth, played with deep soul and unrelenting intensity by Adrien Brody in “The Brutalist,” is actually fictional, though you could be forgiven for thinking otherwise, so richly realized is his story in …

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Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann charged in 7th woman's murder

India Today

RIVERHEAD, N.Y: The New York architect facing murder charges in a string of deaths known as the Gilgo Beach killings was charged on Tuesday in the death of a seventh woman. “No one understands that more than the families.” Man charged in Long Island slayings Rex Heuermann, an architect who has lived for years in Massapequa Park on Long Island, …

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5 days, 23 hours ago

Inside Abu Dhabi's Zayed Airport: See why it's world's most beautiful

India Today

Take a visual journey through the stunning Zayed International Airport, named the world's most beautiful terminal. A GLOBAL WINNER Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s most beautiful airport, beating over 400 competitors at the Versailles Prix architectural competition in Paris. Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s most beautiful airport. CULTURAL …

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Tulsi Gabbard visits BAPS Akshardham temple in New Jersey, calls it timeless offering

India Today

Tulsi Gabbard, US President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence, visited the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Jersey. During her visit, she praised the temple as a "timeless offering that will bring peace and joy to all who come". “To be able to hear about the many thousands of hands and hearts that went into building this …

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Authorities impose overnight curfew in cyclone-ravaged Mayotte as France rushes in aid

Associated Press

SAINT-DENIS, Reunion — French authorities on Tuesday announced an overnight curfew in Mayotte as they sought to stabilize the island territory in the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, the most intense storm to hit the Indian Ocean archipelago in 90 years. “The priority today is water and food,” Soumaila told RFI radio, adding that “there are people who have unfortunately died …

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Range Rover Electric: Release date, price and EV rumours

The Independent

The very first all-electric Range Rover is almost ready to go on sale. Clearly, JLR isn’t too concerned about the design of the Range Rover Electric leaking ahead of the formal reveal, since even the company itself has published photos of test vehicles wearing zero camouflage. As of December 2024, the company’s website still invites customers to join a waiting …

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6 days, 16 hours ago

I am the connecting link between two generations

The Hindu

As I enter the 80th year of my musical career, I look back at the many dimensions of Carnatic music that has left an indelible impression on me. Today, 9 a.m.: Bangalore Brothers; 11.45 a.m.: J. Yoga Kirtana; 1.30 p.m.: Ananya Ashok; 4 p.m.: Madurai T.N.S. Vittaldas Jayakrishna Dikshitar’s Maha Bhaktha Vijayam at 7 a.m.; Malladi Brothers’ vocal concert at …

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1 week ago

UN announces initiative to overcome political deadlock in Libya

Associated Press

UNITED NATIONS — The top U.N. official in Libya announced a new initiative Monday to overcome a three-year deadlock and move the divided oil-rich North African nation toward a national election. The U.N. deputy special envoy for Libya, Stephanie Koury, told the U.N. Security Council that as a first step, the U.N. political mission in Libya known as UNSMIL intends …

Political National Libyan Libya Koury

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Bengaluru's glass house amazes the internet with its cutting-edge design: 'Absolutely breathtaking'

Hindustan Times

A video of the "Crystal Hall," a glass house in Bengaluru, has captured the internet's attention with its ingenious design and architectural brilliance. Content creator Priyam Saraswat recently shared an enchanting tour of the property, with Abraham himself providing insights into the innovative ideas behind its eco-friendly and striking design. Innovative design meets nature The Crystal Hall boasts double-layered, high-performance …

Design Bengaluru Crystal Hall

Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

China Daily

Hanfu lovers showcase the traditional Chinese dress in Huizhou Ancient Town in September. The coffee shop nestled in Huizhou Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Shexian county, Anhui province, is adorned with traditional Chinese calligraphy and decorations such as colorful fish-shaped lanterns. SHI YALEI/FOR CHINA DAILY In Yihuawan Cultural Tourism Town, located in Anhui's Susong county, visitors can hike …

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Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

China Daily

Hanfu lovers showcase the traditional Chinese dress in Huizhou Ancient Town in September. The coffee shop nestled in Huizhou Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Shexian county, Anhui province, is adorned with traditional Chinese calligraphy and decorations such as colorful fish-shaped lanterns. SHI YALEI/FOR CHINA DAILY In Yihuawan Cultural Tourism Town, located in Anhui's Susong county, visitors can hike …

Local Cultural Chinese Town Huizhou Huizhou Ancient Town

1 week ago

Abu Dhabi airport is world's most beautiful airport; 2 Asian gems in top 5

India Today

Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi has been named the most beautiful airport in the world, a title awarded at the prestigious Versailles Prix event held at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. Renowned for its rich historical importance, Zayed International Airport is named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the UAE. Singapore's Changi Airport Terminal 2, which …

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1 week ago

Dutch Defense Minister wants to start Ukraine peace talks before Donald Trump does

NL Times

Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans no longer rules out negotiations with Russia on peace in Ukraine, he said in an interview with the newspaper Trouw. “We have to make sure that European countries are at the table so that Trump does not decide with Putin on the security architecture in Europe,” Brekelmans said in the interview. Brekelmans speaks of an “acceleration.” …

Trump Minister European Countries Ukraine Peace

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From St. Mary To St. John: Explore Beautiful Churches In Himachal Pradesh To Celebrate Christmas

ABP News

Himachal Pradesh is the land rich with beautiful landscapes and incredible experiences that offers a paradise for nature lovers and adventure-seekers. St. Mary's Church, Kotgarh, Shimla: St. Mary's Church prays in Kotgarh, huddled in the midst of a beautiful apple orchard. St. Michael's Cathedral, Shimla: Below the District Court in Himachal Pradesh's first Catholic church, St. Michael's Cathedral is a …

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Small plane crashes in Brazil's Gramado, kills at least 10 people

India's architecture fans guard Mumbai's Art Deco past

Scholarships: December 21, 2024

A 44-member team from Uttar Pradesh reaches Vijayawada as part of Centre’s youth exchange programme

Tirumala to have vision document in line with Chandrababu Naidu's Vision 2047

Fostering an awareness of 20th-century architectural heritage

Nvidia's most affordable Gen AI supercomputer, Jetson Orin Nano, is here: What is it and how it works

TTD invites experts to draft Tirumala Vision 2047 document

China eases visa-free transit rules to boost openness, int'l exchanges

Hollywood Forever’s new mausoleum is a high-rise for the dead: ‘This is the future of cemeteries’

Movie Review: Like architecture itself, ‘The Brutalist’ is an epic exercise in ambition and grandeur

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann charged in 7th woman's murder

Inside Abu Dhabi's Zayed Airport: See why it's world's most beautiful

Tulsi Gabbard visits BAPS Akshardham temple in New Jersey, calls it timeless offering

Authorities impose overnight curfew in cyclone-ravaged Mayotte as France rushes in aid

Range Rover Electric: Release date, price and EV rumours

I am the connecting link between two generations

UN announces initiative to overcome political deadlock in Libya

Bengaluru's glass house amazes the internet with its cutting-edge design: 'Absolutely breathtaking'

Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

Rural tourism thriving in Anhui ancient town

Abu Dhabi airport is world's most beautiful airport; 2 Asian gems in top 5

Dutch Defense Minister wants to start Ukraine peace talks before Donald Trump does

From St. Mary To St. John: Explore Beautiful Churches In Himachal Pradesh To Celebrate Christmas