Articles for This Year

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day
2 days, 1 hour ago

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day

Associated Press  

Hanukkah, Judaism’s eight-day Festival of Lights, begins this year on Christmas Day, which has only happened four times since 1900. “This can be a profound opportunity for learning and collaboration and togetherness,” said Rabbi Josh Stanton, a vice president of the Jewish Federations of North America. The doughnut-like pastries were sufganiyot — a Hanukkah specialty — and buñuelos, And the …

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India Art Festival back in Bengaluru for fourth edition
2 days, 23 hours ago

India Art Festival back in Bengaluru for fourth edition

The Hindu  

Bigger and better than before, this week will see the city host the fourth edition of the India Art Festival, with around 30 galleries showcasing the works of over 350 artists from across the country. The upcoming India Art Festival marks the 30th edition of the event in India since its inception 15 years ago, says Rajendra Patil, founder-director, IAF. …

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Our Christmas lights display is so huge people book to visit our house...some neighbours hate us, we get abused and accused of stealing electricity - but we've already ordered the decorations for next
3 days, 7 hours ago

Our Christmas lights display is so huge people book to visit our house...some neighbours hate us, we get abused and accused of stealing electricity - but we've already ordered the decorations for next

Daily Mail  

From January to November, Petitts Lane in Romford, Essex, looks like any other residential road in the area but on December 1, it begins to glow. Perhaps you have seen the viral videos on social media of the old market town's very own Christmas Wonderland or maybe you live nearby and have seen the twinkling light display with your own …

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Yearender 2024: From Predator drones to C-295 aircraft, India’s top defence achievements this year
4 days, 1 hour ago

Yearender 2024: From Predator drones to C-295 aircraft, India’s top defence achievements this year

India TV News  

Yearender 2024: A lot has happened in India's defence arena over the last 12 months as the country made significant strides in bolstering its Armed Forces with a focus on modernizing its military assets and enhancing indigenous production. This year, key achievements in the defence sector include the induction of advanced Predator drones and the establishment of a domestic manufacturing …

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From Sanju Samson To Tilak Verma: Top Indian Run-Scorers In T20 Cricket This Year
5 days ago

From Sanju Samson To Tilak Verma: Top Indian Run-Scorers In T20 Cricket This Year

ABP News  

India's highest run-scorer in T20Is in 2024: This year has been exceptional for Indian T20 cricket, highlighted by their triumphant victory in ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The Indian cricket team, led by senior opener Rohit Sharma, clinched the T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa in the final held in West Indies. Here's a look at the top …

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Yearender 2024: Mary Jane to Old Money: Top 5 fashion trends that defined 2024
5 days, 1 hour ago

Yearender 2024: Mary Jane to Old Money: Top 5 fashion trends that defined 2024

India TV News  

In the fast-paced world of fashion, trends come and go quicker than the changing seasons. From Mary Jane to Old Money, there have been some iconic styles and fashion moments that have taken the world by storm. Let's take a journey down memory lane and explore the top 5 fashion trends that have shaped 2024. Oversized jackets, unisex trousers and …

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Firms in high gear for year-end sales
5 days, 14 hours ago

Firms in high gear for year-end sales

China Daily  

Customs officials inspect samples of products bound for export at Liaoning Creative Arts and Crafts Co Ltd in Shenyang, Liaoning province, last week. CHINA DAILY With Christmas and year-end sales approaching in many Western countries, Chinese manufacturers are ramping up shipments to these markets via both air cargo and maritime container services, while experiencing a surge in sales on cross-border …

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Firms in high gear for year-end sales
Trending News
5 days, 14 hours ago

Firms in high gear for year-end sales

China Daily  

With Christmas and year-end sales approaching in many Western countries, Chinese manufacturers are ramping up shipments to these markets via both air cargo and maritime container services, while experiencing a surge in sales on cross-border e-commerce platforms. December and January are peak shopping seasons in Europe and the United States, and China's cross-border e-commerce exports to these markets — especially …

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From destruction to deadly heat, Associated Press photographers capture climate change in 2024
6 days, 2 hours ago

From destruction to deadly heat, Associated Press photographers capture climate change in 2024

Associated Press  

A world altered by climate change After heat records were smashed and a torrent of extreme weather events rocked countless countries in 2023, some climate scientists believed that the waning of the El Nino weather pattern could mean 2024 would be slightly cooler. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Residents collect drinking water …

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‘A necessary evil’: The captive dogs whose blood saves lives
6 days, 14 hours ago

‘A necessary evil’: The captive dogs whose blood saves lives

LA Times  

Inside a subzero freezer at a Northern California pet hospital sit rows of carefully labeled bags of fresh frozen plasma. “I don’t want to see captive dogs,” said Ken Pawlowski, clinical director of one of three community blood banks in the state licensed to sell blood products. Kramer said donor dogs receive care “as good or better than any pet …

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Rewind 2024: The biggest scandals and controversies of the year
1 week ago

Rewind 2024: The biggest scandals and controversies of the year

Firstpost  

Another year is almost over and a new one is set to begin. From South Korea’s martial law to Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification in the Paris Olympics, here’s what raised eyebrows this year Participants gather to celebrate after South Korea's parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol outside the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, December 14, 2024. On the …

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Yearender 2024: Sonakshi Sinha-Zaheer Iqbal to Sobhita Dhulipala-Chaitanya, actors who got married this year
1 week ago

Yearender 2024: Sonakshi Sinha-Zaheer Iqbal to Sobhita Dhulipala-Chaitanya, actors who got married this year

India TV News  

2024 is coming to an end and with it, this year's wedding season is also about to wrap up. Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare The year started with the celebrity wedding of Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan, who had registered marriage to her longtime boyfriend and fitness coach Nupur Shikhare on January 3, 2024. Apart from their family members and …

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Seven quiet breakthroughs for climate and nature in 2024 you might have missed
1 week ago

Seven quiet breakthroughs for climate and nature in 2024 you might have missed

BBC  

Seven quiet breakthroughs for climate and nature in 2024 you might have missed Alamy Global temperatures rose and extreme weather ramped up, but there were also some significant breakthroughs for the climate this year. Getty Images The UK stopped burning coal for power in 2024 …and a global surge in green power The International Energy Agency expects the world to …

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What happened to Russell Crowe’s career? Where did it go wrong?
1 week, 1 day ago

What happened to Russell Crowe’s career? Where did it go wrong?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Critics duly hunted Kraven down, and Crowe’s performance along with it – shooting it, skinning …

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She was separated from her 1-year-old at the border. The government wouldn’t tell her why.
1 week, 3 days ago

She was separated from her 1-year-old at the border. The government wouldn’t tell her why.

Raw Story  

ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. The settlement also said separations were allowed when government officials found parents or legal guardians could pose “a public safety or national security risk to the United States,” including people suspected of terrorism or espionage. However, when asked whether the Russian cases highlight the potential pitfalls of the agreement the ACLU made with …

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Yearender 2024: From tariff hikes to increasing spam calls, how this year shaped telecom sector in India
1 week, 4 days ago

Yearender 2024: From tariff hikes to increasing spam calls, how this year shaped telecom sector in India

India TV News  

As 2024 draws to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on the events that shaped the year, especially in the telecom sector. Tariff Increases One of the biggest developments this year was the increase in mobile service prices by major telecom companies like Jio, Airtel, and Vi. In response, the government developed new tools using artificial intelligence and …

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Christmas hampers more expensive this year; deemed necessary due to labor shortages
1 week, 4 days ago

Christmas hampers more expensive this year; deemed necessary due to labor shortages

NL Times  

Christmas hampers have become more expensive this year, and are becoming an increasingly important way for employers to show appreciation to their staff, Christmas hamper sellers told ANP. The Christmas hamper and other gifts throughout the year are "more important than ever" for employers to keep staff satisfied and retain them, according to trade organization Promotional Product Professionals. “There is …

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Kate Middleton makes biggest appearence since chemotherapy at Christmas carol service: ‘Didn’t know this year was…’
1 week, 4 days ago

Kate Middleton makes biggest appearence since chemotherapy at Christmas carol service: ‘Didn’t know this year was…’

Live Mint  

2024 ended for Kate Middleton with a heartwarming Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey last week. The Christmas story encourages us to consider the experiences: Kate Middleton This year’s concert is designed to celebrate the support people give to one another, especially as they struggle through difficult times, a theme that may have particular resonance for the princess after abdominal …

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Yearender 2024: From Microsoft to IRCTC, millions affected by major service outages this year
1 week, 5 days ago

Yearender 2024: From Microsoft to IRCTC, millions affected by major service outages this year

India TV News  

As 2024 comes to a close in just a few days, it’s a year that many will remember for a mix of good and bad experiences. Major tech companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and X experienced outages that led to major inconveniences for users and financial losses. Here’s a look at some of the significant service interruptions that occurred in …

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Yearender 2024: India's top Google searches for this year revealed
1 week, 6 days ago

Yearender 2024: India's top Google searches for this year revealed

India TV News  

Google has shared its list of the most popular searches in India for this year. This year, many people were also focused on the election results, with the Bharatiya Janata Party and "Election Results 2024" ranking as the third and fourth most searched terms. Recently, there has been significant interest in two films: "Stree 2," featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha …

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I’m not buying friends and family Christmas presents this year, and you shouldn’t either
1 week, 6 days ago

I’m not buying friends and family Christmas presents this year, and you shouldn’t either

The Independent  

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Daredevils descend on Zhangjiajie's iconic peaks
1 week, 6 days ago

Daredevils descend on Zhangjiajie's iconic peaks

China Daily  

Argentina's Lautaro Chialvo celebrates after winning the 2024 Parkour on the Highest Ladder at Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province, on Aug 25. Tian Hongman, deputy director of the Zhangjiajie bureau of culture, tourism, radio, television and sports, said the city welcomed a total of more than 786,000 international travelers in the first half of this year, …

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Apple tops the list of best-managed companies of 2024
2 weeks ago

Apple tops the list of best-managed companies of 2024

Live Mint  

Technology companies continue to hold most of the top spots in the annual Management Top 250 ranking of America’s best-run companies, with Apple unseating Microsoft at No. Apple’s winning formula Tech companies were the clear winners in this year’s ranking, having been able to emerge from a downturn that saw them laying off thousands of workers after a period of …

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EU climate monitor says 2024 ‘certain’ to be hottest year on record
Trending News
2 weeks ago

EU climate monitor says 2024 ‘certain’ to be hottest year on record

Al Jazeera  

The Copernicus Climate Change Service says this year is sure to eclipse 2023 as the hottest yet. Europe’s climate monitor says 2024 is “effectively certain” to be the hottest on record and the first year above the 1.5 degrees Celsius climate benchmark, a critical threshold to protect the Earth from dangerously overheating. The Copernicus Climate Change Service said on Monday …

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