No element is playing the role as prominently as religion in the present-day India . On the one hand, the nation is witnessing rapid economic growth and technological progress that need knowledge, ...

The second season of the global streaming sensation “Squid Game” introduced viewers to several new characters. One of the most intriguing has been Player 044 due to her strong religious beliefs. Playe ...

Over time, through reading, conversations with people in academia, family discussions, and moments of introspection, I’ve ...

Devotees, saints, and spiritual seekers from across the globe gather at the confluence of sacred rivers to participate in rituals that have been passed down through generations. Each of these ...

India's history is a mosaic of diverse cultures and civilizations, many of which predate the arrival of the Aryans. The ...

December 29, 2024 • Native American New Year was celebrated on the solstice under a canopy of winter stars. Near a crackling bonfire, the Nisqually tribe shared their culture and renewed their ...

Every January, the predictions begin to be proven wrong. You probably already know that this annual forecasting ritual is absurd. What you might not realize is that it’s also toxic. Even so ...

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FYI: there’s power in numbers, so when you gather with your coven of mates, it might be a good idea to combine your collective and perform a joint ritual for the new year. Speaking of numbers!

Ritual is a league mechanic added to the core endgame of Path of Exile 2. Players will get accustomed to the Ritual during the early hours of the campaign, when everyone must head to Freythorn and ...