31+ min ago (71+ words) These colorful shops in North Park offer gift ideas for dogs, kids and anyone else on your list. An artsy neighborhood with a little bit of everything; this is one way to describe the North Park neighborhood shopping district. It includes music stores, gift shops and boutique stores with original artwork. Here are a few shopping options in the heart of North Park, in and around 30th Street and University Avenue....

1+ hour, 4+ min ago (415+ words) By Larry Felton Johnson When my accountant was located on that part of Whitlock, I'd love to drop off and pick up papers, because it gave me the opportunity to walk down to the pond to watch the waterfowl and reptiles. Laurel Park is a 25-acre park with a tennis court, two ponds, and a playground." Ducks, Canada geese, and turtles are often seen in the ponds." The park is near Whitlock Avenue, at"151 Manning Rd SW, Marietta, GA 30060. Check out the slideshow below of this small, peaceful, beautiful park below: Marietta has posted a playlist of videos highlighting Marietta's park system. The intro to the videos describes the playlist as follows: Discover Marietta's parks! The City of Marietta offers over 380-acres of parks and greenspace for residents and visitors to enjoy. With more than 40 parks across the city, each…...

2+ hour, 58+ min ago (391+ words) The 10-day festival, coinciding with Nagaland's Statehood Day, will be celebrated from December 1 to 10. This year's 'Hornbill Festival' will also see the participation of six Partner Countries - the UK, France, Austria, Switzerland, Malta and Ireland, while Arunachal Pradesh will participate as the Partner State. Named after the hornbill, the globally admired bird revered across Naga folklore, the festival draws together all 17 major tribes of Nagaland and their sub-tribes, showcasing their rich cultural heritage through traditional dances, music, attire and customs. Over 86 per cent of the state's two million population (2011 census) belong to tribals. The objective of the annual event is to preserve and promote the enduring traditions of Nagaland while offering visitors a closer understanding of its diverse cultural tapestry. Tourists from across India and abroad flock to the festival every year to enjoy traditional cuisine, art forms, performances and…...

3+ hour, 30+ min ago (299+ words) Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this mention, saying that the Prime Minister is the biggest brand ambassador of Uttarakhand tourism. Also Read | West Bengal: Goods Train Hits 2 Elephants in Jalpaiguri, One Dead, One Injured. In the 'Mann Ki Baat' programme, Prime Minister Modi dedicated nearly two and a half minutes specifically to Uttarakhand. He said that winter tourism in the state is attracting a large number of visitors. Places such as Auli, Munsiyari, Dayara, and Chopta are gaining popularity during the winter months. Also Read | MP Road Accident: 4 Killed As 2 SUVs Collide on Bhopal-Vidisha Highway. Praising Uttarakhand's winter tourism, the Prime Minister said that the state is also set to host the Uttarakhand Winter Games in the coming weeks, generating excitement among athletes, adventure enthusiasts, and sports lovers across the country, the release stated....

3+ hour, 37+ min ago (413+ words) Nagaland is fully geared up for the 26th edition of the iconic 'Hornbill Festival', beginning Monday, with elaborate preparations in place at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, around 12 km south of the state capital Kohima. The 10-day festival, coinciding with Nagaland's Statehood Day, will be celebrated from December 1 to 10. This year's 'Hornbill Festival' will also see the participation of six Partner Countries - the UK, France, Austria, Switzerland, Malta and Ireland, while Arunachal Pradesh will participate as the Partner State. Named after the hornbill, the globally admired bird revered across Naga folklore, the festival draws together all 17 major tribes of Nagaland and their sub-tribes, showcasing their rich cultural heritage through traditional dances, music, attire and customs. Over 86 per cent of the state's two million population (2011 census) belong to tribals. The objective of the annual event is to preserve and promote the…...

3+ hour, 47+ min ago (582+ words) Kohima, Nov 30 (PTI) Nagaland is fully prepared to host the 10-day Hornbill Festival, in which six country partners will participate, Tourism minister Temjen Imna Along said on Sunday. Briefing media on preparations for the 26th edition of the Hornbill festival at a press conference here, the minister said the celebration will open on December 1, coinciding with Nagaland Statehood Day. Celebrated since 2000, the Hornbill festival is an annual tourism promotional event of the state government and has grown into Nagaland's largest cultural event, envisioned to promote the traditions of all Naga tribes while boosting tourism. It is the coming together of all the tribes of the state under one roof in Kisama, some 12 km south of the state capital on the NH-29, Kohima-Imphal road. Over the years, it has evolved into an international platform, attracting visitors from across India and abroad and…...

3+ hour, 59+ min ago (412+ words) India sits along major migratory routes, especially the Central Asian Flyway. As northern regions freeze, many species travel south to find food and safe habitats. Wetlands fill with fish, insects and aquatic plants, giving birds everything they need to survive the season. This is why winter brings some of the rarest species to Indian parks. Once known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo is one of India's most popular sites for winter birdwatching. Its wetlands attract massive flocks of waterfowl and several rare Siberian migrants. The well-marked trails, cycle options and guided rickshaw tours make it easy to explore even if you're visiting for the first time. " Wagtails and pipits Best Time To Visit:"November to February, when most migratory species arrive. December to January offers peak sightings. Chilika Lake is Asia's largest brackish water lagoon and a major stopover for…...

4+ hour, 12+ min ago (1828+ words) With Thanksgiving over, the Christmas season is in full swing. If you want to know where you can meet Santa and his elves, drink a piping hot cup of hot chocolate or admire the twinkling holiday lights, you're at the right place. Here's a look at the biggest, best and most interesting things happening in Cincinnati over the next seven days. Have an event you'd like us to know about? Submit it online at'cincinnati.com/events, and we'll tell the world about it.'Head to that same site to peruse our full calendar of events. View the collection of mechanized figures that depict various Christmas scenes, including Santa's workshop. They've been a classic Cincinnati holiday tradition going back 70 years, bringing joy to those who make the pilgrimage to see their spritely, festive scenes. They can be seen in two different…...

4+ hour, 50+ min ago (431+ words) On Saturday, November 29, 2025, S'o Paulo mixed a public-health tech launch with the city's holiday kickoff and practical mobility notes. City Hall unveiled "Modera SP," a digital tool to help residents curb risky drinking. At night, Ibirapuera switched on the season's landmark tree and opened a month of free attractions. A men's-health mutir'o reported strong turnout across the city. SPTrans published targeted weekend bus diversions tied to neighborhood events. Cultural institutions kept a full slate'MASP workshops on the avenida, municipal concerts, and district-level holiday programs'while national defense readers got a fresh FAB weekend digest. B3, closed to regular trade, ran a scheduled PUMA simulated session for upcoming tech changes. Summary: The Health Secretariat introduced "Modera SP," with guidance and self-assessment resources to prevent harmful consumption and steer people to care when needed. Why it matters: A useful, stigma-light resource for families, schools,…...

5+ hour, 16+ min ago (497+ words) Something about Christmas in Orlando is just magical. All the things that terrorize Floridians " the intense Summer humidity, the stress-inducing hurricane season " disappear by December. It's nothing but perfect 80-degree weather and a season of joy ahead. Orlando, the mecca for vacationing, offers beloved holiday traditions everywhere, from the big theme parks down to the smaller attractions. Here's what's happening this season. In its second year, Hollywood Studios' Jollywood Nights is back. Guests can join Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along" or see the Muppets in a holiday show. This special ticketed event includes holiday merchandise, food and opportunities to see characters that aren't normally roaming the parks. Jollywood runs on select nights through Dec. 22 SeaWorld Orlando looks beautiful, with millions of Christmas lights glowing. Festival booths are open, serving everything from turkey and stuffing to Coquito. SeaWorld's Christmas…...