PASADENA, Calif. -- Billions of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists worldwide are preparing to celebrate Diwali, also known as the "festival of lights." This year, Diwali begins Thursday, Oct. 31. The dates of the festival are based on the Hindu lunar ...

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Diwali, a major holiday celebrated by many South Asian communities, began today, two days after Dhanteras. Here's what you need to know.