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Body found in the search for missing woman, 28, who vanished on Scottish island days agoTexas approves Bible-based lessons in public schools in latest win for Christian activistsThis year, the first night of Hanukkah will fall on the same day as Christmas for the first time since 2005. Christmas and Hanukkah both always fall on the 25th, but of two different months, with Christmas coming on the Dec. 25th of the Gregorian calendar, and Hanukkah starting on the 25th day of the month of Kislev in the Jewish calendar. Hanukkah's start date on the Gregorian calendar varies year by year because the Jewish calendar is based on luni-solar calendar cycles . According to Chabad, months under the Hebrew calendar follow a lunar cycle, lasting about 354 days. To keep from falling behind the approximately 365-day solar calendar, there's a 13th month on the Jewish calendar every few years to make a "leap year." Another difference is that on the Jewish calendar, holidays begin at sundown and continue through the next day, so Hannukah, which lasts eight days, will get its start this year hours after the start of Christmas. Hanukkah and Christmas have only coincided a handful of times since 1900, according to the Jewish Federations of North America. They started on the same day in 1910, 1921, 1959 and 2005. Rabbi Joshua Stanton, vice president of interfaith initiatives for Jewish Federations of North America, views it as an opportunity for learning, collaboration and togetherness. "The goal is not proselytizing; it's learning deeply from each other," Stanton told CBS News in a statement. "It's others seeing you as you see yourself." Rabbi Moshe Hauer, executive vice president of the Orthodox Union, said he views the convergence of holidays as an opportunity to value the diverse religious landscape in the U.S. "This is something that we have learned that we must work hard to protect, especially in times of rising antisemitism and other forms of hate," Hauer told CBS News in an email. The convergence of holidays also offer unique opportunities and challenges for interfaith families. Some people celebrate what's known as "Chrismukkah," a name derived from the overlap of the holidays that was made popular by the television series "The O.C." "I think that, especially as Hanukkah has become seen as kind of the Jewish Christmas, we are seeing more and more interest in sort of how they might correspond to one another. Both holidays are interested in light and in God's presence in dark times," Candida Moss, a professor of theology at the University of Birmingham, told "CBS News 24/7." "And of course this presents a huge opportunity for interfaith families to celebrate both traditions alongside one another." Rabbi Rick Jacobs, the president of the Union for Reform Judaism, said he feels that each holiday should be given its due, rather than blended together, "because I think that does harm to the uniqueness of each." "But the proximity can actually lead us to understand more, to appreciate more about those who make up different faiths, and for us to create more light in an often very dark time of year," Jacobs told "CBS News 24/7." The two holidays will coincide again in 2035 and 2054, according to Hebcal . It's also rare for Hanukkah to start on Christmas Eve. It's happened twice in the last 50 years: in 1978 and 2016. Hanukkah Christmas Aliza Chasan is a Digital Content Producer for "60 Minutes" and CBSNews.com. She has previously written for outlets including PIX11 News, The New York Daily News, Inside Edition and DNAinfo. Aliza covers trending news, often focusing on crime and politics.
Nikola Jokic is putting his best foot forward in a new pair of shoes. The "Joker 1" was released by 361 Degrees in early December. Jokic has played exclusively in his first signature shoe to start his 10th NBA season, and the results are better than ever. The three-time Most Valuable Player is on pace to set new career highs in points per game (30.9), 3-point percentage (51.4), steals per game (1.7) and minutes per game (37.1), while his rebounds (12.5), assists (9.7) and blocks (.7) per-game numbers aren’t far off his previous bests. Maybe it’s the shoes. “They’re really good. They’re so comfortable. I just love how they feel on my feet,” Jokic said after dropping 32 points on 12-of-17 shooting, including a 4-for-6 mark on 3-pointers, in Monday’s win over the Suns. “When we were starting conversation when I started with 361, that was probably the biggest key for me. We are playing so much games, and we practice. So, comfortability was the No. 1 thing for me.” Jokic said he didn’t have a ton of input on the design, but they still pay homage to his roots. The outsole, or bottom of the shoe, combines traditional Serbian designs with functional traction. That kind of detail is what attracted Nuggets teammate Aaron Gordon to the brand that’s released five of his signature shoes. “The creative direction that they were going in and the collaboration. They were really, really intrigued, interested and hungry to know what we liked and to apply it to the shoe,” Gordon told The Denver Gazette in the locker room while surrounded by a pile of his own kicks. “From top to bottom, from bottom to top, they let you choose what you like, what you prefer, what you want to build out. They go through your whole background, your whole upbringing and they really tie together a shoe that embodies who you are.” Nikola Jokic talks new shoe deal, frequent free throws after Nuggets defeat Warriors The Joker 1 comes in five colorways that were on display at a release party at Ball Arena on Dec. 2. All are priced at $129 and available via the 361 online store. The “Ace,” a standard black-and-white option, is the only one currently available for purchase. The “Joker” model is purple and green, a nod to the Batman character's colorful suits, and is set to go on sale Jan. 1. The “Denver” version features the light blue and yellow of the Nuggets’ uniforms during Jokic’s early days with the franchise, and the “Triple Red” that lives up to its name and “conveys wishes for prosperity, harmony, and good fortune in the coming year,” according to the brand’s website, will be available soon. “They’re hard,” Gordon said of Jokic’s first signature shoes. “It’s so, so tough.” Jokic played Monday’s game against Phoenix in the “Champagne” colorway that evokes memories of the 2023 Finals Most Valuable Player spraying bottles of bubbly during Denver’s championship celebration. Suns center Jusuf Nurkic put the shoe to the test in the first half on Thursday’s game. Some textbook Jokic footwork got Phoenix’s 7-foot, 291-pound big man off balance. When Jokic went into his move, Nurkic’s foot was planted firmly atop the sneaker. Jokic ended up on the court, grabbing his ankle, but the shoe passed the test. “I kind of tried to do a spin move, and he stepped on my foot,” Jokic said. “I kind of pulled my leg out, and I couldn’t jump. It just felt a little bit uncomfortable, but everything is ok.” "'Air Joker' sounds pretty damn cool": Why Nike has no plans for a Nikola Jokic signature shoe Jokic was previously a Nike athlete but never got a signature shoe from the swoosh despite his decorated career. He signed with 361 a year ago and started wearing the brand’s “BIG3” line until his signature shoe was ready. It took a little longer than originally planned, potentially too late to find them under many Christmas trees in America, but there’s plenty of time for Serbian Orthodox Christmas, which Jokic celebrates on Jan. 7. “We needed a little bit more time to kind of get to this point about how they feel,” Jokic said. “They’re feeling really good now.”NoneVST Tillers Tractors targets ₹2,000 crore revenue by FY26; eyes 20% growth in FY25
TEHRAN- A Persian translation of Turkish musician and author Zülfü Livaneli’s 2024 novel “On the Back of the Tiger” has recently been published by Negah Publications in Tehran. The book has been translated into Persian by Ilnaz Hoquqi. In "On the Back of the Tiger," Livaneli presents a compelling narrative centered on the life of Abdulhamid II, the last sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who ruled from 1876 until his deposition in 1909. This historical novel, inspired by the memoirs of Atif Huseyin Bey, Abdulhamid's personal physician, delves into the final days of the sultan's life in exile in Thessaloniki, following the tumultuous Young Turk Revolution. Livaneli paints a vivid portrait of a ruler who, despite his progressive reforms, is often labeled as the “Red Sultan” due to the notorious Armenian massacres that marked his reign. Through the lens of his physician, the novel intricately explores the complexities of Abdulhamid’s character and the burdens of power he bore. It depicts the sultan’s introspection and the paradox of a leader who sought modernization while grappling with the ethical implications of his policies. The narrative also serves as a poignant critique of Western hypocrisy, shedding light on the tumultuous political landscape of the era. As Abdulhamid navigates the treacherous waters of exile and reflects on his rule, the novel offers a nuanced examination of authority, guilt, and the legacy of a man who influenced the fate of an empire. "On the Back of the Tiger" transcends the historical genre, blending personal and political themes to reveal the inner struggles of a complex figure in a transformative period. Livaneli's work challenges readers to reconsider the interplay between power and morality, urging a deeper understanding of the past and its reverberations in contemporary society. Born in 1946, Zülfü Livaneli is a renowned Turkish musician, author, poet, and politician. He was imprisoned multiple times during the 1971 Turkish military crackdown for his political beliefs, leading to his exile in 1972. While living in Stockholm, Paris, Athens, and New York, he collaborated with notable artists such as Elia Kazan and Arthur Miller. Livaneli returned to Turkey in 1984, and in 1995, UNESCO appointed him Goodwill Ambassador for his cultural and peace efforts. He resigned in 2016 in protest against the Turkish government's destruction of the historic Kurdish Old Town of Diyarbakir. In addition to serving in the Turkish Parliament and the Council of Europe, Livaneli gained recognition as a writer after a successful music career. His debut collection, “A Child in Purgatory,” was published in 1978. His novels, including “Bliss,” “Serenade for Nadia,” and “Leyla's House,” have been translated into 37 languages and adapted into various artistic formats. SAB/
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Given everything that had occurred in the previous hour or two, it made bizarrely perfect sense that Sione Tuipulotu’s grandmother would hand him the Hopetoun Cup trophy after beating the Wallabies at Murrayfield. “She whispered in my ear and said, ‘we got them’,” Tuipulotu said post-game. Sione Tuipulotu is presented with the Hopetoun Cup at Murrayfield by his grandmother Jaqueline Thomson. Credit: Getty Images The Scotland captain’s answer came with a broad grin, and an even broader Australian accent. And it all came after a memorable afternoon at Murrayfield where Tuipulotu – and his 77-year-old grandmother – were in the middle of absolutely everything, much to the delight of an adoring Scottish crowd. But first to re-cap. Born and raised in Melbourne, Tuipulotu played for the Junior Wallabies but couldn’t crack a regular spot for the Rebels in Super Rugby, and so he moved to Scotland to play. The son of a Tongan-Australia father and a mother with Italian-Scottish heritage, Tuipulotu qualified as eligible for Scotland due to his maternal grandmother Jaqueline Thomson, who was born in Greenock in the Scottish lowlands but emigrated to Australia as a child and settled in Frankston. The nuggety centre debuted for Scotland in 2021 and quickly became a fan favourite, and Thomson became something of a cult hero, too, often getting thanked on Scottish rugby social media after a big game by Tuipulotu. The 27-year-old was made captain ahead of the November internationals, and last week, Thomson was flown to Scotland by a sponsor, for the first time in decades, as a surprise for Tuipulotu and his brother Mosese, who both play rugby in Scotland and are close to their gran. Tuipulotu hadn’t seen her in years and after the reunion video did the rounds in Scotland, Thomson was given a rousing cheer when the video – and Thomson – were shown again on the Murrayfield screen on Sunday just before kickoff. When her grandson later scored a try and pointed to her in the stand, the camera found the overwhelmed grandmother; this time shaking her head. “It was super special,” Tuipulotu said. “I don’t really score many tries, to be honest. Not for Glasgow, not for Scotland. But that one was pretty special to score while my gran was here and knowing how much she also wanted to beat Australia.” Sione Tuipulotu scores for Scotland. Credit: Getty Images Divided loyalties have long been dealt with for Tuipulotu, but he appeared to set a physical, no-backward-step tone against Australia for his Scotland teammates. Early on he had a push-and-shove with Tom Wright, and Tuipulotu was heard to say on the ref’s mic “you forget I know who you are”. “We know who you are too lad,” Wright said. The microphone didn’t pick up a feisty episode later with big-money recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, when the Wallaby belted Tuipulotu with a chest tackle but immediately grabbed his injured arm. When play broke down, Tuipulotu came back over to Suaalii and exchanged words about who’d come off worse. With insult added to his injury, an angry Suaalii then sought to scrap with Tuipulotu. “I’ll see you next time”: Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Sione Tuipulotu trade words at Murrayfield. Credit: Getty Images “I will see you next time,” Suaalii said, before departing and setting a potentially spicy Lions series soap opera next year. Tuipulotu said: “I didn’t really know it was him that hit me. I don’t know how it looks on camera, but it felt humongous. And when I popped up, I was just kind of looking around at who it was and then I saw that he was on the ground, so I said something to him. And then he went off the pitch. That’s all I can really say about it.” What did you say? “I said, I hope you’re OK,” Tuipulotu said with a grin post-game. Later Thomson was enlisted to give her grandson the Hopetoun Cup, the trophy contested between Australia and Scotland. Asked afterwards if it all felt a bit strange seeing his grandma being on the big screen, cheered by 68,000 people and handing out trophies, Tuipulotu choked up. “It does feel weird. But I feel really blessed because of this all happening,” he said. Loading “And not just for me. Before the match, I was a little bit emotional about the fact that her life’s just gone full circle. That she’s back here watching me play for Scotland and watching me captain Scotland. I’m just happy that she gets to have that moment. “She moved over to Australia as a young girl and raised my mum with limited stuff. And now she gets to enjoy this, gets to sit in the stand and get some recognition. It makes me so happy.” Sports news, results and expert commentary. Sign up for our Sport newsletter . Save Log in , register or subscribe to save articles for later. License this article Scotland rugby Australian rugby Wallabies Iain Payten is a senior sports reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald. Connect via Twitter or email . Most Viewed in Sport Loading
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