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just now (261+ words) One of the best-loved stories in Hindu mythology is about a deal made between Garuda, a powerful bird-like creature, and the deity Lord Vishnu. In exchange for freeing his mother from slavery by evil dragons, Garuda fulfilled his promise and became Vishnu's loyal mount. The story symbolises the triumph of good over evil and the importance of fulfilling one's word. Ancient statues of Vishnu flying on Garuda's back have been discovered across Asia: at the Angkor Wat Archaeological Park in Cambodia, on the roof of the Srikanteshwara Temple in southern India, and at Wat Ratchaburana Temple in Thailand. But the biggest statue of all is found in Bali. "I saw it from the plane and thought I had to see it on my last day here. But what really surprised me were all the other attractions. "I thought it would…...

just now (579+ words) A week before Park City Opera's latest production opens, singers Th'odora Cottarel and Sarah Neal are rehearsing, their voices swelling in the sanctuary of a local church with operatic vibrato. Conductor Ben Beckman is at the piano as they sing, stopping the pair to provide feedback as they polish the piece before the curtain goes up Dec. 17. Cottarel is a soprano based in Seattle and Neal is a mezzo-soprano based in Houston. They are playing Della and Maggie in the nonprofit's production of "The Gift of the Magi" by David Conte. Park City Opera co-founder Lisl Wangermann is directing the production. She said the opera is based on the short story by O. Henry. It tells the story of a poor married couple, Della and Jim, who are willing to sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy each other a Christmas…...

2+ min ago (370+ words) Paying for match tickets with Bitcoin or USDT might still feel "niche, but it's becoming a genuine option for fans. As Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates once said, "The future of money is digital currency. That future is quietly creeping into the turnstiles, box offices, and ticketing apps of sporting events worldwide. Apart from sports, crypto's acceptance is so high that it is now adopted as a means of payment in many industries, including healthcare, aviation, agriculture and online betting. And talking about the online betting industry, those who want to use these digital currencies for transactions will find many bookmakers that are willing to welcome them. Using crypto isn't just about "being trendy. When it's done on reputable platforms, it offers some very practical benefits for both organizers and fans. A 2023 analysis estimated that around 81 million people worldwide use Bitcoin,…...

3+ min ago (104+ words) "We are very sorry to share that we have confirmed reports of multiple shooting victims, but we are not able to share their condition," Brown University wrote in a statement. In this early report from the scene, NewsCenter 5's Todd Kazakiewich provides the latest information as of approximately 6:10 p.m. "We are very sorry to share that we have confirmed reports of multiple shooting victims, but we are not able to share their condition," Brown University wrote in a statement. In this early report from the scene, NewsCenter 5's Todd Kazakiewich provides the latest information as of approximately 6:10 p.m....

4+ min ago (146+ words) Home " Amar Satpathy and Prabhat Tripathy Clarify Delhi Visit, Dismiss BJP Switch Rumours Senior Odisha politicians Amar Satpathy and Prabhat Tripathy returned to Bhubaneswar from New Delhi on Saturday, putting an end to widespread political speculation surrounding their recent visit to the national capital. Speaking to the media after their arrival, both leaders clarified that their trip to Delhi was undertaken for personal reasons and was not linked to any political discussions or realignments. Addressing rumours about a possible move to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Amar Satpathy firmly stated that no discussions have taken place regarding joining the party or forming a new political outfit. "There has been no talk about joining the BJP. No decision has been taken about forming or joining any new party. If any decision is made in the future, it will be communicated at…...

5+ min ago (10+ words) Thailand denies truce with Cambodia, hours after Trump claims deal...

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6+ min ago (261+ words) Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GRAB) is one of the 14 Most Promising Fintech Stocks to Invest In. On December 9, Benchmark reaffirmed its Buy rating on Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GRAB). This update came after a virtual non-deal roadshow with the company's investor relations team, which confirmed a positive outlook for fiscal year 2026. Benchmark pointed out that Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:GRAB) is aiming for sustained growth in its core Deliveries and Mobility segments. The company is also looking to maintain stable incentive levels, which shows good operational efficiency. Benchmark sees this weakness as an attractive chance to invest. It is a good opportunity for investors wanting exposure to emerging markets in the fiscal year 2026 portfolios. The research firm expects Grab Holdings Limited's (NASDAQ:GRAB) efforts to make services more affordable to boost user adoption and market reach. Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:…...

7+ min ago (269+ words) Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP) is one of the 14 Most Promising Fintech Stocks to Invest In. On December 11, Citizens reaffirmed its Market Outperform rating on Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP) with a price target of $185. This update came after the company released its Shopify "26 Winter Editions update. This biannual product update arrived packed with more than 150 new features and enhancements that are designed to improve efficiency, personalization and innovation for merchants as they build, design, and grow their businesses. Citizens shared that it is confident about Shopify Inc.s (NASDAQ:SHOP) growth as it has leading positions in online, offline, and B2B commerce. The research firm believes that the company can continue gaining share in the e-commerce market, which is valued at more than $6 trillion. International expansion represents an additional growth opportunity for the company. Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP) is a Canadian multinational…...

7+ min ago (357+ words) Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) is one of the 14 Most Promising Fintech Stocks to Invest In. On December 4, TipRanks reported that Goldman Sachs analyst Tito Labarta reaffirmed a Buy rating on Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) with a price target of $21. Earlier, on November 25, BofA Securities increased its price target on Nu Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NU) from $16 to $18 and reiterated a Neutral rating on the stock. This update came after investor meetings in New York and Boston with the company's Investor Relations Officer, Guilherme Souto, who shared an optimistic view of the company's business. BofA Securities noted that the company's AI initiatives are supporting the re-acceleration of growth in Brazil while also managing risks. The research firm believes this is valuably extending Nu Holdings Ltd.'s (NYSE:NU) first growth curve. Additionally, BofA Securities pointed out that the company's operations…...