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Commentary: Do we believe in elves? Of course! Otherwise we’d miss out on the magic

LA Times

We all buy into a suspension of disbelief in certain areas of our lives. The daily surprise is their real purpose: One morning a girl might awaken to see the elf nestled next to her bed; another day a boy might find his household’s elf ensconced in the kitchen in the midst of making pancakes. For years at a Catholic …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Keir Starmer proved the crystal ball wrong this year – what has 2025 in store?

The Independent

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Keir Starmer …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Sunset anxiety is real: Here’s what it is and how to conquer the dread of dusk

Hindustan Times

As the day draws to an end with the sun dipping below the horizon, the realisation of the day’s end strikes, bringing forth many epiphanies. Dr Mehta explained, “Sunset anxiety is formed from two words anxiety and sunset which means the anxiety happening or increasing during evening time.” He elaborated that it is largely shaped by office working hours and …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Top news of the day: SC constitutes Special Bench headed by CJI to hear challenges to Places of Worship Act; Prospects for South Korea’s President impeachment are dim with ruling party boycotting vote

The Hindu

SC constitutes Special Bench headed by CJI to hear challenges to Places of Worship Act Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has constituted a Special Bench to hear petitions challenging the validity of the Places of Worship Act Act of 1991, a statute that protected the identity and character of religious sites as they existed on August 15, 1947. The …

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Prospects for South Korea’s President impeachment are dim with ruling party boycotting vote

The Hindu

Most ruling party lawmakers were boycotting a parliamentary vote Saturday to deny a two-thirds majority sought by the opposition to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his short-lived imposition of martial law, as protests grew nationwide calling for his removal. Mr. Yoon’s martial law declaration drew criticism from his own ruling conservative party, but it is also determined to oppose …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Why Soccer Players Are Training in the Dark

Wired

I stand in the darkened silence of a rectangular chamber, 8 meters long and 6 meters wide, balanced on the tips of my toes. “The athlete will go inside of this box, and when they come out they’ll be better prepared for their match or for their training,” suggests Okkulo’s founder, Mel O’Connor. “It’s about maximizing the processing power.” I …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan’s Imran Khan warns of civil disobedience amid legal woes, protests

Al Jazeera

Former PM makes new threat days after security forces cracked down on a major protest by his party and supporters. Islamabad, Pakistan – Less than two weeks after his “final call” protest in Islamabad was forcefully dispersed, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has pledged to continue his fight, threatening to launch a nationwide civil disobedience movement. The team aims …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Meghan Trainor Opens Up About Cosmetic Procedure That Left Her Unable To Smile

Huff Post

Meghan Trainor is opening up about a recent facial procedure that didn’t turn out how she’d hoped. In an episode of the podcast “Workin’ On It,” which she co-hosts with her brother Ryan Trainor, the singer candidly discussed her experience with botulinum toxin, widely known as Botox. She described opting for a “lip flip” procedure, which uses Botox to relax …

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4 weeks ago

Memorial service set for next week for Broadway star Gavin Creel, who died Sept. 30

Associated Press

NEW YORK — A memorial tribute to Broadway star Gavin Creel is planned next Monday in the theater where he starred in “Into the Woods” and will be livestreamed online to viewers in the U.S. and U.K. Creel died Sept. 30 at the age of 48. MCC Theater will host livestreaming access on its YouTube channel in the U.S. starting …

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4 weeks ago

Webb captures Sombrero galaxy that hides black hole the size of 9 billion suns

India Today

Nasa's James Webb Space Telescope has captured a stunning new image of the Sombrero galaxy, revealing unexpected details and challenging previous observations. The mid-infrared view, taken by Webb's MIRI, transforms the galaxy's appearance from its familiar hat-like shape to something resembling an archery target. In this new perspective, the Sombrero galaxy's typically bright core appears dim, unveiling a smooth inner …

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4 weeks ago

Gavin Creel memorial service will livestream as tribute to ‘Hello, Dolly!’ star

LA Times

A memorial tribute to Broadway star Gavin Creel is planned for Monday in the theater where he starred in “Into the Woods” and will be livestreamed online to viewers in the U.S. and Britain. Creel was a Broadway musical theater veteran who won a Tony for “Hello, Dolly!” opposite Bette Midler and earned nominations for “Hair” and “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” …

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4 weeks ago

Senate Outlook Dims For Bill Charities And Nonprofits Worry Could Be Used Against Them

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Senate prospects appeared dim Monday for a controversial bill that recently passed the House that many civil liberties groups and nonprofits said could be used to retaliate against them for their activities. In an email to HuffPost on Monday, a spokesman for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said that Schumer “is opposed to the provisions to strip …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Desolation in a ghost town in Delhi

Hindustan Times

Standing atop the terrace of a 13-storey tower in sector G7 in Narela – a vast expanse of seemingly endless rows of residential high-rises – a sense of desolation and melancholy is inescapable. As the sun sets, the solitary lives of a few residents becomes glaringly visible with one or two isolated windows glowing with dim white light – a …

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1 month ago

Hopes of trillion dollar climate fund dim at Cop29 after developed countries fail to offer commitment

The Independent

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It’s like developed countries are saying the dog ate their homework.” open image in gallery Activists demonstrate for climate …

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1 month ago

Government tells Future Fund to invest in climate and housing but preserve focus on returns

ABC

The federal government will direct the Future Fund to invest in housing and the green energy transition where profitable, in the most consequential role change in its 18-year history. Mr Combet said the announcement reflected "confidence in the work we do" and would allow the fund to stay focused on delivering a return while adding to its portfolio of energy …

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Perpetual firecracker ban needs serious work

Hindustan Times

The Supreme Court’s direction to the Delhi government to decide within two weeks if there should be a year-round ban on firecrackers comes in the context of the city’s abysmal air quality. Delhi is likely to end 2024 without a single good air day, and an HT analysis shows that despite overall improvement in the Capital, the air quality in …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

I was going to the bathroom often and had bad headaches. At first my GP was dismayingly unconcerned... but these were the signs of brain cancer that changed my life. With astonishing bravery, HARRY HO

Daily Mail

Remember, remember, the 5th of November. Harry Howard recovering at King's College Hospital in November 2011, shortly after his second brain operation within days But as I waited to be seen, lying across several seats in the A&E waiting room and with my head resting on my mum’s lap, I had no idea how my life was about to change. …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: United take dim view of Sky Sports' Ruben Amorim questions, Eric Cantona's personal messages for redundant staff and squad's well wishes for Erik ten Hag

Daily Mail

Manchester United are said to be disappointed with the confrontational approach of Sky Sports reporter Gary Cotterill towards their new head coach Ruben Amorim in Portugal on Monday. His attempts to get a few words out of Erik ten Hag after his appointment was confirmed in 2022 – approaching him at Ajax's training ground and again at Selhurst Park where …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Kajol Takes a Stand Against Paparazzi, Defusing Social Media Storm

India TV News

Kajol addresses recent backlash with a powerful and refreshing statement. The actress refuses to apologize for her genuine self and expresses her frustration towards Paparazzi. She emphasizes that celebrities are human and that imperfection is a part of being human. Despite the criticism, Kajol remains true to herself and continues to thrive in her career.

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2 months ago

Hong Kong Artist Creates Magical Chocolate Rain Exhibit in New Jersey

China Daily

Hong Kong artist Maisie Mak presents a magical chocolate rain exhibit in New Jersey, showcasing the vibrant street food culture and landmarks of both cities. The exhibition offers interactive do-it-yourself workshops and artistic displays, connecting the hearts between Hong Kong and the American audience.

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2 months ago

Hong Kong Artist Creates Chocolate Rain on New Jersey, Connecting Two Cultures

China Daily

Hong Kong artist Maisie Mak presents her art at the Hong Kong Meets America — Pop Art Exhibition by Chocolate Rain in New Jersey. The exhibition showcases Hong Kong's vibrant street food culture and landmarks alongside similar scenes from New York. Mak hopes to inspire a connection between the Greater New York area and Hong Kong through her art. She …

Food Culture Travel Art New Jersey

2 months, 1 week ago

Hong Kong Icon Sparks Artful Encounter in NYC with Pop Art Exhibition

China Daily

Hong Kong designer Prudence Mak showcases her art at the Hong Kong Meets America - Pop Art Exhibition by Chocolate Rain in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The event offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience Hong Kong through interactive do-it-yourself workshops and artistic displays. Mak features iconic landmarks in her 3D artworks, such as the Statue of Liberty and yellow …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Review: A power broker takes on a quick study in ‘The Apprentice,’ a window onto Trump’s rise

LA Times

There’s a scene late in “The Apprentice,” the new film directed by Ali Abbasi about the relationship between Donald J. Trump and his attorney and mentor Roy Cohn, that’s akin to Dr. Frankenstein realizing in horror just what he has made. After an aggressive and somewhat insulting birthday toast, Trump wheels out an American flag-shaped birthday cake festooned with sparklers, …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Why allegations of war crimes against Australian Defence Force soldiers may never result in charges

ABC

The prospect of multiple prosecutions of members of the Australian Defence Force over alleged war crimes in Afghanistan appears dim. In a statement to federal parliament, Mr Marles said: "The allegations which are the subject of the Brereton report are arguably the most serious allegations of Australian war crimes in our history. "We are, like the Brereton report, looking at …

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Commentary: Do we believe in elves? Of course! Otherwise we’d miss out on the magic

Keir Starmer proved the crystal ball wrong this year – what has 2025 in store?

Sunset anxiety is real: Here’s what it is and how to conquer the dread of dusk

Top news of the day: SC constitutes Special Bench headed by CJI to hear challenges to Places of Worship Act; Prospects for South Korea’s President impeachment are dim with ruling party boycotting vote

Prospects for South Korea’s President impeachment are dim with ruling party boycotting vote

Why Soccer Players Are Training in the Dark

Pakistan’s Imran Khan warns of civil disobedience amid legal woes, protests

Meghan Trainor Opens Up About Cosmetic Procedure That Left Her Unable To Smile

Memorial service set for next week for Broadway star Gavin Creel, who died Sept. 30

Webb captures Sombrero galaxy that hides black hole the size of 9 billion suns

Gavin Creel memorial service will livestream as tribute to ‘Hello, Dolly!’ star

Senate Outlook Dims For Bill Charities And Nonprofits Worry Could Be Used Against Them

Desolation in a ghost town in Delhi

Hopes of trillion dollar climate fund dim at Cop29 after developed countries fail to offer commitment

Government tells Future Fund to invest in climate and housing but preserve focus on returns

Perpetual firecracker ban needs serious work

I was going to the bathroom often and had bad headaches. At first my GP was dismayingly unconcerned... but these were the signs of brain cancer that changed my life. With astonishing bravery, HARRY HO

MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: United take dim view of Sky Sports' Ruben Amorim questions, Eric Cantona's personal messages for redundant staff and squad's well wishes for Erik ten Hag

Kajol Takes a Stand Against Paparazzi, Defusing Social Media Storm

Hong Kong Artist Creates Magical Chocolate Rain Exhibit in New Jersey

Hong Kong Artist Creates Chocolate Rain on New Jersey, Connecting Two Cultures

Hong Kong Icon Sparks Artful Encounter in NYC with Pop Art Exhibition

Review: A power broker takes on a quick study in ‘The Apprentice,’ a window onto Trump’s rise

Why allegations of war crimes against Australian Defence Force soldiers may never result in charges