A New lego store in Sydney, Australia has officially opened LEGO its doors. It is the world’s largest lego store and is over 900 square metres. Prior to the opening of this Australian store, Lon-don’s Leicester Square Lego Store was the biggest in the world ?
Columbia recently passed a new law putting tax on ultra-processed foods. The ‘junk food law’, is the first of its kind in the world. It is reported that ultra-processed foods with high added sugars, salt, and saturated fats, including sausages, cereals, jellies and jams, purees, sauces, condiments and seasoning, will be taxed.
According to reports “an additional tax on affected foods will begin at 10% immediate-ly, rising to 15% next year and reaching 20% in 2025”. Colombia is also introducing compulsory health warnings on foods with high content of unhealthy ingredients, such as sugar or saturated fat.
What do you think, should India also introduce an additional tax on junk food?
NASA is asking people to send in their names so they can be blasted off on a space mission, deep into our galaxy. The ‘Message in a Bottle’ campaign wants to give people the chance to have their name sten-cilled onto a microchip which will ride on the Europa Clipper space-craft, past Mars, and all the way to Jupiter and its moon, Europa. So far, about 700,000 names have been submitted and the deadline is December 31, 2023.
Welcome, young readers, to an exciting adventure into the world of sports and grandeur! Today, we’re going to explore the incredible Narendra Modi Stadium, a colossal playground that echoes with cheers and the spirit of competition.
Get ready for a journey filled with fun facts and fascinating details about this remarkable stadium!
The Magnificent Structure:
Narendra Modi Stadium, located in Ahmedabad, India, is the world’s largest cricket stadium. Imagine a place so huge that it can accommodate over 130,000 spectators! That’s like fitting more than 1,000 school buses inside. The stadium is named after the honorable Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and it is a symbol of the country’s love for cricket.
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The Marvelous Makeover:
Did you know that the Narendra Modi Stadium wasn’t always this colossal? It used to be known as the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium, but it underwent a magical transformation to become the spectacular venue it is today. The makeover turned it into a state-of-the-art facility, making it the perfect place for epic cricket battles.
Gigantic Seating Bowl:
Picture yourself sitting in the stands, surrounded by thousands of enthusiastic fans, cheering for their favorite cricket team. The stadium’s seating bowl is like a gigantic amphitheater, creating an electric atmosphere during matches. The cheers, the excitement, and the energy are truly infectious!
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Innovative Features:
Narendra Modi Stadium isn’t just big; it’s also smart! The stadium boasts cutting-edge technology, including a LED lighting system that can create stunning visual effects. Imagine watching a cricket match under a sky of twinkling lights – it’s a sight to behold! The stadium is also equipped with top-notch facilities for players and fans alike.
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Host to Historic Moments:
Some of the most memorable moments in cricket history have unfolded on the grounds of Narendra Modi Stadium. From record-breaking performances to nail-biting finishes, this stadium has witnessed it all. It’s like a magical arena where dreams come true for cricket players and fans.
Cricket Fever at Its Peak:
The atmosphere inside Narendra Modi Stadium during a cricket match is nothing short of magical. The passion for cricket reaches its peak, with fans chanting, clapping, and waving flags. It’s an experience that every sports enthusiast, young and old, should witness at least once in their lifetime.
Eco-Friendly Touch:
Narendra Modi Stadium is not only massive but also environmentally conscious. It boasts eco-friendly features, including rainwater harvesting and solar power utilization. This commitment to sustainability showcases a harmonious blend of modernity and environmental responsibility.
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Narendra Modi Stadium is not just a cricket venue; it’s a symbol of the love and passion that India has for the game. As you dream about your own future adventures in the world of sports, remember the grandeur of this colossal stadium and the thrilling moments it has hosted. Who knows, maybe one day you’ll find yourself on the field, making history at the Narendra Modi Stadium!
Legend has it that Santa Claus lives in the North Pole with his wife, Mrs. Claus. As we all know that on Christmas Eve, Santa travels all over the world on a sleigh pulled by his famous reindeers and delivers toys to each child’s house. But do you know the story of Santa Claus?
The origins of Santa Claus can be traced to Saint Nicholas. Saint Nicholas was a real person. He was born 280 years after Christ in the 4th century in a small Roman town in modern day Turkey. He was much loved by people because of his generosity and his many acts of kindness, and thus Saint Nicholas became associated with gift giving.
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In many European countries like Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary children still receive gifts on Saint Nicholas Day or the Feast of Saint Nicholas, which is celebrated on December 6. Some other countries had similar traditions of children receiving presents around Christ-mas. It is believed that Europeans brought these traditions to the US with them when they settled in the American colonies. The Dutch in particular are said to have brought the story of Saint Nicholas to the US. The name Santa Claus comes from Sinterklass, the Dutch word for Saint Nicholas.
Celebrating Saint Nicholas Day
In many European countries, children put up their shoes with carrots and hay for the Saint’s horse the night before Saint Nicholas Day, hoping that Saint Nicholas would exchange them for gifts.
Saint Nicholas showed kindness to young children and used to give a lot of gifts to poor and young children, even by selling his own belongings. Once, he even left golden coins in stockings for poor children. Since then, it has become a tradition to hang stockings to celebrate Saint Nicholas Day. While a lot of similarities exist between the traditions of Christmas and Saint Nicholas Day, both are different. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. The similar traditions include leaving gifts in socks and stockings and exchanging Gifts.
Saint Nicholas Day is celebrated in various places but everyone celebrates it with their own set of unique traditions and feasts.
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Did You Know?
The night of December 5 is known as Krampus Night. Krampus or the Christmas devil is a creature from German legend centuries ago. It is believed that naughty children are visited by Krampus instead of Saint Nicholas.