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Hans India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Wordle June 9, 2025 (Puzzle #1451) – Hints and Answer Guide
A new Wordle puzzle is here. It's time to guess the word, test your brain, and have fun. If you need help or want the answer, you're in the right place. Let's go step by step. Whether you're trying to keep your streak or just want to win, we've got hints and the answer below. What Is Wordle? Wordle is a word game you play online. You have to guess a five-letter word in six tries or less. After each guess, the game gives you clues: Green means the letter is right and in the right place. Yellow means the letter is in the word, but in the wrong place. Gray means the letter is not in the word. Wordle was made by a man named Josh Wardle. Later, The New York Times bought it. You can still play it for free in your browser. How to Play Wordle A new puzzle comes out every day. Everyone gets the same word to guess. You get six guesses. Use the colors to help you guess better next time. Your guess must be a real word. You can share your result with friends using colored squares. Hints for Wordle Puzzle #1451 (June 9, 2025) Need a little help? Try these hints. Use only the ones you need! The word has two vowels. It starts with B. It ends with D. It is a thing used in games like Ludo or Carrom. The Answer (Spoiler Below!) Still can't get it? No problem. Here is the answer to today's Wordle: BOARD Yes, the word is BOARD—like in board games! Final Tip If you didn't guess it today, don't worry. Try again tomorrow! Wordle is a great way to learn and have fun with words. See you for the next puzzle!
Hans India
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Carrom Shines in the U.S.: 29th Nationals Championship 2025 Sets New Benchmarks in Participation and Prestige
Held in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, the tournament received overwhelming participation. Over 150 players from 30 states took part in the championship. Key figures such as MATA founder Srinivas Ganagoni, co-founder Pradeep Samala, President Kiran Duddgagi, Sports Director Suresh Khajana, General Secretary Vijay Bhaskar, Honorary Advisors Raghu Ram Veeramallu, USCF volunteer Sri Charan Khajana and team, USCA President Atul Bhave, and Shakeel played crucial roles in the success of this event. The tournament commenced with a grand kick-off event and concluded successfully with a grand finale. Competitions were held in Doubles, Singles, and Juniors categories. Notably, Carrom competitions were held in the Juniors category for the very first time. The Doubles event was a major success, with over 60 teams participating, including national-level players. Every team competed enthusiastically. The Doubles Final, Singles Final, and Juniors National Final were held successfully, with athletes participating with great enthusiasm and demonstrating their talents. The Juniors Carrom Nationals received an unexpected and overwhelming response. USCA President Atul Bhave and former Treasurer Mandar Ashtekar served as commentators for the Doubles Finals. The winners were honored with mementoes and awarded prizes, including first, second, and third place in each category, along with special prizes. In total, $10,000 in cash prizes was distributed among the winners. Distinguished guests like Middlesex County Commissioner Shanti Narra, NJ Board of Public Utilities Commissioner Dr. Upendra Chivukula, Jersey City Council candidate Shahab Khan, Jersey City Mayor candidate Mussab Ali, and Edison Council President Nitesh Patel attended and presented awards to the winners. They emphasized the importance of promoting recreational sports and encouraged everyone to make sports a part of their lifestyle.
Business Insider
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
I moved to a new city in my 20s and knew no one. Going to the same café every day helped me make connections.
At 25, I had a great group of friends. We'd have our religious Sunday brunches once a month, and our not-so-religious coffee catch-ups once a week. It was perfect. But then I got a new job and was forced to move to a new city in India where I knew no one, ripping me from the social life I loved. Thankfully, my new job took me to a beautiful, slow-paced city, and I loved navigating my new life there. After this honeymoon phase, I needed something more — something that broke the home-to-work and work-to-home monotony. I needed friends, or at least connections. That's when I found a lovely, Instagram-worthy café to visit in the evening. Most nights, I'd head there, have tea, and people-watch. That was until I made the connections I so desperately needed. I felt the need for connection I'd watch people walk into the café, spot someone they know, give a big smile, a frantic wave, walk toward them, and leap into a hug. I wanted to be part of that, so I tried to impress people with my mediocre conversational skills. I'd make eye contact with all the fellow customers, hoping they'd come over and speak to me. But they'd just wave from afar and get on with their thing. Then came one rainy day. As I waited for the rain to simmer down, I spotted a guy across the café playing Carrom, a traditional Indian wood board game, alone. I knew how to play and figured it was the perfect way into a conversation. I went over and asked if he was up for a game. We were equally bad. Two months later, we got better, and two other players joined our Carrom ritual. I spent the next few months getting better at Carrom and found three others who loved the game equally. Multiple times a week after work, I'd head to the café for tea and a few games. I mostly lost, but I'd befriended the café's chef, a business owner, and a software developer. When my roommate was away for a month, the café kept me sane. On one particularly lonely day, I ended up having an hourlong conversation with one of the managers. Until then, the longest conversation I'd had with her was, "Hi." I didn't expect to connect so easily with her, but I was grateful it happened when I needed it the most. C onsistently showing up helped me make connections Consistency was a game changer in meeting new people in my new city. Everything was consistent: the café, my beverage order (which led to many tea-related conversations between the chef and me), and Carrom. When I moved away from that city two years later, I was proud of the community I built. Not every connection was a deep friendship, but I met people who kept my life fun and interesting. They were the one constant in my life at that time. When I went to the café one last time, I sat alone during rush hour, nodding and smiling at everyone I knew. The Carrom board was occupied, and no one had time for a conversation. I didn't mind because I knew that when I visited next, my friends would be there, smiling, waving, and asking me if I was up for a game.
Al Etihad
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Flicks and tricks of Carrom enliven Ramadan nights in UAE
2 Mar 2025 23:07 AMEINAH ALZEYOUDI (AU DHABI)Ramadan, a month of contemplation, spirituality, patience and giving, is also an occasion for socialising and spending time with family and friends. During Ramadan when people gather in households, the tabletop game of Carrom remains a binding force that brings joy and happiness activity. With the passage of time, and despite the influence of modern technology, the game of Carrom has not lost its place in Emirati society. In many Ramadan gatherings, Carrom still enjoys great popularity, despite the emergence of more advanced electronic games. The game of Carrom is played on a rectangular table with four small holes or pits, each placed in every corner. Points are determined based on the pieces that are placed into these holes. Players use flick discs to move their pieces into the available pits in a way that guarantees the most points, making Carrom a game full of challenge and fun."Carrom is not just a game; it is a part of our heritage and a way to connect generations. When we play it, we feel that Ramadan carries a deeper meaning than just worship; it is a true gathering of family and community," said Fahad Alhammadi, a Carrom enthusiast. In some cases, young people have begun to use electronic versions of the game on smartphones, but these versions still lack the traditional atmosphere that distinguishes Carrom sessions in Emirati homes."Despite technological advancements, Carrom remains an integral part of our cultural identity, and its presence in Ramadan brings back the beautiful memories of the past," said Sultan Abdullah, another Mohammad, a senior Emirati citizen, said Carrom has always been and remains "a social heritage we cherish". "In Ramadan, it is more than just a game, it is an opportunity to connect with family, especially the older generations who share with us the stories of the past," he added.
The National
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Saadiyat Nights to host Layali Ramadan during the holy month
Saadiyat Nights, Abu Dhabi's open-air venue, is set to host Layali Ramadan – a food, retail and entertainment experience that will be open for suhoor daily during the holy month. From 9pm to 3am, guests will be able to enjoy some of the UAE's most popular dining concepts in one space. There will also be daily live entertainment from local performers as well as spaces to play traditional board games, from Carrom to Backgammon. For those wanting to immerse themselves in Emirati culture, the event will feature live demonstrations of traditional crafts, including Henna art, calligraphy and Al Talli embroidery. Launched last year, the second season of Saadiyat Nights began with a performance by British pop star Robbie Williams in December. Other global musical stars who have taken the stage include Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Lopez. The series concluded on February 22 with a performance by Lionel Richie. The venue's striking design, located minutes away from beach destination Mamsha Al Saadiyat, was inspired by the UAE dunes. Saadiyat Island is also home to Saadiyat Cultural District, which encompasses top attractions including Louvre Abu Dhabi, Manarat Al Saadiyat and the Abrahamic Family House. Several other landmarks in the district are due to be completed this year, including Zayed National Museum, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is set to open on April 18. The 17,000 square metres permanent home of the attraction, led by Japan's renowned technology-driven art collective, has already made waves with its amoebic architecture. Once open, it will blend art, science and technology through exhibitions, engaging the sight, sound and touch of its visitors, the company said. Table bookings for Layali Ramadan can be made by calling 054/2777731
