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Rich in culture and history, India is also the birthplace of some unique and powerful martial arts. From its northernmost reaches to its southernmost reaches, India's diverse martial arts forms reflect its diverse culture and traditions. Here we delve into five of his popular martial arts forms of Indian origin, each with a different history and contemporary significance.Kalaripayattu: Mother of Martial ArtsKalaripayattu, which originated in Kerala, is considered one of the oldest fighting systems in existence. Its roots date back to the 3rd century BC, when it was based on the teachings of sage Agastya. This art form focuses on…
Open Source This story was published in response to reader questions submitted through open source platforms. Do you have a question you'd like our reporters to answer? Click here to submit. ASHLAND — Sandra Tannell, executive director of Ashland Main Street, told members at the organization's annual recognition ceremony that the organization signed a contract to use Placer.ai in November. He said the technology will allow Ashland Main Street to track data about who is entering stores and attending events in downtown Ashland. How to use The technology uses “anonymized location data from millions of mobile devices” to understand who…
According to a longtime Silicon Valley reporter, technology is so pervasive and invasive that it polarizes people, creating a love for and hate for tech devices, online services, and the visionaries behind them. It is said that it creates a feeling. Kara Swisher reveals how we got to this point in her incendiary memoir, Burn Book, released Tuesday. This tell-all book also aims to avoid technological disasters on the treacherous road ahead. When we met them decades ago as entrepreneurs, Swisher was a once-idealist who promised to change the world for the better but instead often chose a path of…
The Detroit Institute of Arts has been named America's Best Art Museum in USA TODAY's 2024 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. DIA won the top award for the second year in a row, beating out other institutions such as the Art Institute of Chicago.USA TODAY reported, “The Detroit Institute of Arts, housed within the Beaux Arts Museum, manages a collection of more than 65,000 works, making it the largest and most comprehensive collection in the United States.” Visitors explore her more than 100 galleries, including the Center for African American Art, one of the first collections dedicated to African American art…
The Virginia Tech Hokies (17-13, 9-10 ACC) have won their third straight home game and will take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (12-18, 7-12 ACC). The Hokies are favored by 9.5 points in the contest, which begins Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. ET. The over/under for this matchup is 134.5 points.Bet on college basketball games at BetMGM and get your first deposit bonus when you sign up using our link!Virginia Tech vs. Notre Dame odds and informationdate: Saturday, March 9, 2024time: 2:30pm ETtv set: ESPNUwhere: blacksburg, virginiavenue: Kassel ColiseumWatch college basketball action all season long on Fubo!…
Students from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine, Nursing, Veterinary Medicine and others, as well as students from the Amarillo School of Health Professions and Biomedical Sciences, participated in a disaster day simulation Thursday at Texas Tech University Graduate School of Medicine. participated in. Veterinary medicine.According to Texas Tech University, the scenarios developed in collaboration with the Texas Tech University College of Veterinary Medicine (TTUSVM), Red Cross staff and volunteers, the Amarillo Fire Department, and the Amarillo Medical Response Department provide a realistic picture of what could happen in the event of a disaster. It…
Capoeira is a martial art originating from Brazil that combines self-defense techniques with dance. The Brazilian Cultural Foundation (BCF) and Axe Capoeira Comox Valley will celebrate 15 years of Afro-Brazilian culture in the Comox Valley with intercultural celebrations, batizados and troco de corda events. The celebration will take place across multiple venues over the weekend of March 15-17, 2024, for both registered participants and the general public. Led by Axé Capoeira Comox Valley leader Professor Onça (Alicia Fennell), Batizado and Troca de Corda attracted over 120 participants from across British Columbia. Participating Axé Capoeira students had the opportunity to learn…
In this January 2022 file photo, then-Hamburg junior Clara Strzok shows off her jumper in a game where she set the Bulldogs' single-game scoring record with 47 points against Jamestown at McElrath Gymnasium. are doing. On Friday, Strzok, now a freshman at Virginia Tech, filled in for injured three-time ACC Player of the Year Elizabeth Kitley in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals against Miami. Strzok had 10 points, five rebounds and two blocks. OBSERVER File photo: Christian Storms GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Georgia Amoore scored 23 of her 27 points in the second half, her 15th 20-point…
Texas catcher Rylan Galvan stands at bat with Mercer during an NCAA baseball game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Stephen Spielman) AUSTIN (KXAN) — No. 24 Texas had 20 hits, including two grand slams, to defeat No. 17 Texas Tech 22-8 in the Big 12 Conference opener Friday in Lubbock. . Freshman center fielder Will Gasparino hit a grand slam in the top of the ninth inning, clinching the Longhorns' big win. Max Bellew hit a three-run home run in the first inning, helping the Longhorns quickly build a 4-0 lead, and Porter Brown hit three more…
Tiger Rock Martial Arts will host its own Southeast Texas Taekwondo District Championships on Friday and Saturday. BEAUMONT, Texas — Young athletes from Southeast Texas are getting a chance to compete in a taekwondo tournament at Parkdale Mall. Tiger Rock Martial Arts will host its own Southeast Texas Taekwondo District Championships on Friday and Saturday. The tournament will feature more than 200 contestants from Beaumont, Orange, Lumberton and Bridge City who will compete to showcase their martial arts skills. Children participate in form tests, sparring, and even board breaks. “Tiger Rock's motto is to compete, protect and advance,” said Tiger…