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Britain is out of EU 

It has happened. Brexit is done and though the British government would follow the European Union rules and bills till the end of this year, the country is officially the first one to walk out of the EU. The United Kingdom broke off its ties with European Union — an economic and political partnership of […]
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Cricket: World record for Team India 

India cruised to victory against New Zealand after winning all five matches in the T20 ODI series. India is the first country to win every match in the series till now. This is also the first time India have won a T20I series in New Zealand after failing to do so in two attempts previously. […]
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Facts you didn’t know about Oscars 

As the nominees for Oscar awards are announced, let’s take a look at some interesting facts about this most sought-after Cinema trophy. The first Academy Awards, which took place at a private dinner for about 270 people, were presented in 1929 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, Los Angeles, California. Oscar Awards formal name is Academy […]
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Mary Kom, Dutee Chand nominated for BBC Sportsperson Award 

The nominees for the inaugural BBC Indian Sportswoman award have been announced, and some famous names have made it to the list.  Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, Shuttler P.V. Sindhu and Boxer M.C. Mary Kom will compete for the award after being nominated for the honour. Sprinter Dutee Chand and para-badminton player Manasi Joshi are the other […]
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How cheesy is that! 

In love with cheese? Read this… The world’s first cheese-themed hotel has opened in London.  The Cheese Suite, in Camden, features cheese-themed furniture, wallpaper, cushions and throws and even offers cheesy-scented soap in the bathroom. Guests are able to take selfies in front of the suite’s giant cheese installations before turning in for the night […]
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Listings: Have a fun week ahead!

What: Valentine’s Day Workshop for Kids! When: Saturday, 15th February 2020 Where: Midcity Studios, Behind Mahindra Towers, Aurus Chambers, B – 520, Worli, Mumbai By: Beyond Books For: 3-7 age group | Call 9821031839 for more info Cost: Rs 1000 Detailed Info: What: Free Workshop for Kids age 5 to 16 When: Sunday, 16th February […]
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Meet Mikhail, the young artist! 

We have been learning about different forms and styles of paintings that have evolved over years in various regions of India. Let us deviate a little and see what ‘young ones’ around the world are up to. What I mean is, boys and girls who are not even in middle school yet, are making fabulous […]
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Djokovic wins 8th Australian Open title 

Novak Djokovic won his eight Australian Open title to stand on top of the game, and rankings. The Serbian star fought back to beat fifth-seeded Austrian Dominic Thiem 6-4, 4-6, 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 over three hours and 59 minutes in Sunday’s final for his 17th Grand Slam championship crown.  Only Roger Federer (20) and Rafael […]
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Is this Lonavala chikki as Amitabh Bachchan said? 

No, it’s not. As a matter of fact, it’s nowhere close to chikki or popcorn as you may think at the first look. It is the surface of the sun! Yes, and even superstar Amitabh Bachchan confused it with our very own Lonavala Chikki.  A new solar telescope in Hawaii has taken its first photo […]
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Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCov)

What is the Corona Virus? A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. The coronavirus, which is currently a concern, is called the novel coronavirus (2019-nCov). It is also called as Wuhan coronavirus because it was first identified in Wuhan, China. It is a […]