tion from European folklore, illustrator Thomas Nast popularised Santa's classic appearance, which quickly gained international acclaim. However, the enduring tradition of Santa dishing out Christmas gifts was started by businessman James Edgar in 1890, who dressed as Santa and met children at his department store at Brockton, Massachusetts. After it grew popular, the visit by Santa during XMAS has become an annual feature.
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Widespread Celebrations Add Gaiety to Festivities
XMAS SPIRIT PEAKS
Endearing Face Of XMAS
SANTA'S EMERGENCE FROM ST NICHOLAS
ROARS AS AN ASCENSION STORY BUT GOES SILENT IN EMOTIONS
THE STORY of a reluctant leader rising to power is always a charming idea.
Oscar Isaac and Ana de Armas to lead new Apple TV+ series, Bananas
Oscar Isaac and Ana de Armas are set to headline a new drama series from Apple TV+, tentatively titled Bananas.
A GRAND ORIENT-OCCIDENT FUSION
TNIE takes a look at the traditional Christmas spread that makes the season all the more delightful
New menu @ Encore by District 7 is a winner
New menu at Encore by District 7 delivers a delightful burst of flavour. The tender, juicy chicken came with just the right amount of tang. Loved it.
We knew casting Santhwanam's hit pair would work out well
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CONDUIT TO FUTURE VIA THE PAST
MOOZHIKULAM Sala, a serene campus steeped in history and ideals of self-sufficiency, is hosting its first literary and heritage festival on Saturday.
CALL FOR NEXUS APPROACH AS CLIMATE CHANGE, BIODIVERSITY LOSS INTERLINKED
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MAPPING FLOOD, DROUGHT RISKS OF INDIAN DISTRICTS
A new report from the Department of Science and Technology and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, quantified the vulnerability of each district in the country to climate change so as to develop actionable pathways to mitigate them and evolve sustainable solutions.
