Why is Diwali called Diwali?

Why is Diwali called Diwali? Diwali, or Dipawali, is India’s biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. Is Diwali known as the Festival of Lights? […]

Is the original Nook still supported?

Is the original Nook still supported? Because of advancements in our eReader technology, unfortunately we are unable to continue to support the NOOK 1st Edition. To ensure that we can keep your information as secure as possible at all times, we can no longer allow the NOOK 1st Edition to be used for online transactions, […]

Which NSYNC members were on Mickey Mouse Club?

Which NSYNC members were on Mickey Mouse Club? Chasez was a member of the legendary 1990s Mickey Mouse Club, a group of talented youngsters that included the likes of two NSYNC members (Chasez and Justin Timberlake), Ryan Gosling, Britney Spears, and more. Was Lance Bass Mickey Mouse Club? Cast/Lance_Bass Lance Bass (born James Lance Bass […]

What are the 8 Civil Rights Acts?

What are the 8 Civil Rights Acts? Sections Amendment/Act Public Law/ U.S. Code Civil Rights Act of 1960 P.L. 86–449; 74 Stat. 86 Civil Rights Act of 1964 P.L. 88–352; 78 Stat. 241 Voting Rights Act of 1965 P.L. 89–110; 79 Stat. 437 Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing Act) P.L. 90–284; 82 Stat. […]

Can I play PokerStars in Connecticut?

Can I play PokerStars in Connecticut? Nope. There’s no PokerStars in Connecticut just yet. While Connecticut has some pretty great card rooms at its tribal casinos, PokerStars hasn’t been there since 2011. Currently, PokerStars is only available in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Is gambling legal in Connecticut? The bill approved by the legislature this year […]

Do all swimming goggles fog up?

Do all swimming goggles fog up? Swimming goggles start to fog up when people sweat because the perspiration spreads to the lenses, building up on them. One of the ways to prevent this from happening is to remain cool in the water. This means drinking cold water or sports drinks to keep the core body […]

What does a yamaka stand for?

What does a yamaka stand for? Wearing a skullcap is seen as a sign of devoutness. Women also cover their heads by wearing a scarf or a hat. The most common reason (for covering the head) is a sign of respect and fear of God. It is also felt that this separates God and human, […]

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