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1A Celebration of Lights
2Small flickering oil lamps known as diyas are
lighting up Indian homes in South Asian
communities around the globe on Sunday as
hundreds of millions of people observe Diwali
(lasting five days). Otherwise known as the
Festival of Lights, it's a religious celebration
for those that practice Hinduism, of
self-awareness and reflection. Diwali is a public
holiday in a number of other nations, but it's
not nearly so well-known in the U.S.. While
families celebrate in many different ways the
Shukla family of Haverford, PA was willing to
share their story. Their home is a vibrant
display of light and colorful decoration. Inside
the kitchen, it's a feast for the senses. For the
Shuklas, Diwali ushers in a new year for
self-reflection or, as they put it, finding the
light within.
3In Other News
- Denver Broncos head coach John Fox, who was taken
to the hospital early on Saturday, will undergo
heart valve surgery. According to Broncos
executive director of media relations Patrick
Smyth, the 58-year-old did not have a heart
attack as was originally suspected. As of Sunday
night, the team had yet to announce the interim
head coach. - After a weekend of intense investigation,
authorities are piecing together more details
about Friday's fatal shooting at Los Angeles
International Airport, including the suspect's
behavior earlier in the week and a warning from
his family that may have come moments too late.
Police officers arrived at Paul Ciancia's
apartment less than an hour after the alleged
gunman left for the airport, investigators say.