Vastu for Diwali Lights: Which Direction Should Your First Diya Face?
On Diwali evening, many homes have a small debate. Who lights the first diya? Where does it go? And which way should the flame face?
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LeBron Has Best Game with 76ers vs. Knicks, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Brunson, Top Players
Tyrese Maxey and LeBron James lifted the Philadelphia 76ers to a 98-93 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night, combining for 57 points to lead Philadelphia to a victory in its first NBA Cup game of the season.
Leo Weekly Shani Horoscope, 2–8 November 2026: Jupiter Arrives in Your Sign Just Before Diwali to Soften Shani Dhaiya
Relief arrives for Leo at a perfect time this festival week.
Steph Sparks Warriors Comeback vs. Lakers, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Luka, Reaves, Top Players
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors stormed back from a 25-point deficit to defeat Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 on Friday, behind 31 points from Curry.
"I went through a lot of pain.." Her father had a dream for her at 59, Howrah’s Dolly Rana became a conductor to save the bus she bought to fulfil her late father’s dream
At 59, when many people might be thinking about slowing down, Dolly Rana is doing the opposite.
'Something I want to prove' - Former Ireland star James McClean calls out reality TV star Joey Essex for Misfits boxing bout
Former Republic of Ireland and Wrexham captain James McClean has expressed a desire to step into the boxing ring following his recent departure from hometown...
Does Tennessee play today? Schedule, time, channel for next UT Vols football game
A top-10 foe awaits for the Vols after their bye week. Here's all you need to know about what's next.
How the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland fared this week
A look at how The Times' top 25 high school football teams fared in the last week of the regular season.
Does LSU play today? Schedule, time, channel for next Tigers football game
A brutal three-game stretch awaits for the Tigers. Here's all you need to know about what's next.
LeBron James Discusses His Longevity, Being Calming Presence for 76ers Amid 5-1 Start to Season
LeBron James says he thinks his unprecedented longevity in the NBA has allowed him to be a "calming factor" late in games for the Philadelphia 76ers.
Auqib Nabi added to India squad for first three ODIs against New Zealand
India have added fast bowler Auqib Nabi to their squad for the first three ODIs against New Zealand, bringing him into the group earlier than initially
A charity finance employee redirected a £91,966 payment meant for a breast cancer organisation into his own account and spent £14,000 on a ring for his wedding
A former charity finance employee in the UK has been sentenced to two years and six months in prison after diverting a £91,966 payment intended for a
Thunder to lose Chet Holmgren for at least 2 months with knee injury amid string of early-season NBA injuries
Chet Holmgren will miss eight to 10 weeks after undergoing treatment for a small patellar tendon tear, compounding the Thunder's mounting injury woes.
Burnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but rules out reparations
The prime minister says Britain must "face up to the past" for its role in the transatlantic slave trade but reparations are "not the right answer".
Dosas, Diwali and temple visits: US midterm candidates step up outreach to Indian-American voters
As the US midterm campaign gathers pace, Indian-American communities are increasingly finding themselves in the spotlight, with candidates turning to
“I try to show up": Connor McDavid’s wife Lauren Kyle opens up about handling the emotional pressure of his demanding NHL career
Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers’ star player and captain, has remained focused on the team’s performance as they are off to a strong start in the
In 1978, barefoot forest ecologist Stephen King and fellow protesters camped in Pureora’s ancient tōtara canopy; logging was suspended in the occupied Pikiariki block
In January 1978, Stephen King and conservationists began a pioneering tree-sitting protest in Pureora Forest, halting logging efforts and preserving New Zealand's native forest ecosystems for future generations.
Glasgow’s historic Rogano restaurant failed to reopen after flooding and a fire as the UK Supreme Court rejected a claim for lost profits
Glasgow’s Rogano restaurant was unable to reopen after flooding and an electrical fire damaged its premises, prompting a legal dispute between its tenant
In 2019, South Carolina sank a 95-foot retired tugboat 30 miles off Georgetown; it joined a deepwater reef known for snapper, grouper and other fish
In June 2019, South Carolina sunk a retired 95-foot tugboat named Susan Richards to create an artificial reef 30 miles offshore, boosting marine life habitats and recreational fishing opportunities.
US greenlights $2.1bn Patriot missile sale to Ukraine
Deal would be one of the most significant steps to supply defensive weapons to Kyiv since Trump took office in 2025.
'Haunted Hotel' renewed for Season 3; Matt Roller promises bigger, funnier and scarier stories; series to return in 2027
'Haunted Hotel', a popular animated series, has been renewed for the third season.
In eye of storm, IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, IPS officer wife Prashakha Mathur: 'Bought 10 villas for Rs 15 lakh each in Udaipur, 8 in Alwar for Rs 16.5 lakh apiece'
JAIPUR: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Friday registered a preliminary inquiry against senior IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal for allegedly misusing his
Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder hundreds put South Africa in driver's seat, set 288-run target for Australia in series decider
Centuries from Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder put South Africa in a commanding position against Australia in the series-deciding third Test at Newlands
"They put a bird's eye view of where we live": Kylie Kelce has a blunt response for critics questioning her family's decision to own multiple neighboring homes
Kylie Kelce had little patience for strangers questioning why her family owns several neighboring properties.
Scientists put brown anoles on 3 artificial Florida islands; within 3 months native green anoles climbed higher, then evolved larger, stickier toe pads
A recent study published in Science highlights how native green anoles evolved larger, stickier toe pads and changed their perch behavior within months of brown anole invasion on artificial Florida islands.
Appleton-area high school sports results for Friday, Oct. 30
High school football teams were in action in the second round of the WIAA playoffs.
No one can stop Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo on tough and-1 vs. Pacers
Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to exert brute force with an incredible highlight during the Miami Heat’s NBA Cup matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on F...
A Georgia man bought 7.25 acres for $89,000, but the house he planned to sell stood on a separate one-acre plot; a court upheld the disputed sale of both
A Georgia appeals court has upheld a ruling in a property dispute involving a house built across two adjoining plots, after a deed mistakenly excluded the
A couple spent years restoring a 170-year-old Wisconsin grain mill into a 4,388-square-foot home; the historic property is reportedly sold for $750,000
A deteriorating grain mill in rural Wisconsin was given a second life as a country home after years of work by Ross and Theresa Halverson, who had
Why are US, Russia and China racing to put nuclear reactors on the moon?
Reactors could revolutionise moon exploration, providing energy for bases and mining, but risks of contamination remain.
Bloomington area and Indiana state high school football scores from Oct. 30
Friday's high school football sectional semifinal scores for Bloomington area and Indiana state from October 30, 2026.
'Real danger, real need': Why Zelenskyy wants Patriot missiles before winter
NEW DELHI: Ukraine is racing to secure hundreds of Patriot air defence interceptors before winter, as Russia intensifies attacks on critical
Lakers blow 25-point lead in double-digit loss to Warriors
The Lakers take a 21-point lead in the first quarter and build it to 25 before the Warriors race back to tie the score at halftime and win the second-half ba...
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson calls out Josh Hart for fatigue comments
Jalen Brunson always has a thing or two up his sleeve to take shots at his teammate Josh Hart. The star point guard recently had a lighthearted response to...
‘If you want to fit Vaibhav’: Ex-India cricketer's message to Gautam Gambhir-led management on accommodating Sooryavanshi
Former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik believes Abhishek Sharma should be rested rather than Sanju Samson being dropped again if India want to bring
Thunder’s Injury Nightmare Could Have a Silver Lining for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
The Oklahoma City Thunder watched as injuries piled up, turning an encouraging start into a difficult stretch for a team with championship expectations. Befo...
Sam Houston leans on Jaidon Hamilton, rolls into bye week with win over Highlands
The running back rushed for 133 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and the Hurricanes defense bottled up Highlands to earn the win headed into an open week.
Philip Rivers Reacts to NC State HC Rumors in New Video with Son Gunner Committed to Wolfpack
Former star quarterback Philip Rivers discussed his involvement in rumors linking him to NC State's full-time head coaching vacancy after Dave Doeren was recently fired.
Illinois high school advances in football playoff after record-breaking 88-84 win, temporary suspension due to darkness
The high-scoring matchup in Chicago ended with 172 total points, with the winning quarterback throwing for more than 650 yards and 8 touchdowns (a state reco...
'King' UPDATE: First song to release on Shah Rukh Khan's birthday; Arijit Singh to sing lead track - Reports
Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming action thriller 'King' is gearing up for an important promotional milestone.