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Photos: Donald Trump's Cabinet - Who's Been Picked, Who's In The Running

Donald Trump has begun the process of choosing a cabinet and selecting other high-ranking administration officials following his presidential election victory.




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How The Church Of England, Hit By Unprecedented Scandal, Will Pick Its Next Leader

The archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, resigned over an abuse cover-up scandal on Tuesday, marking an unprecedented moment for the Church of England.




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Salman Khan's Lyricist Sent Threats To Actor To Publicise Song, Arrested: Police

In a twist worthy of a Bollywood movie, the 24-year-old lyricist of a song in an upcoming Salman Khan film has been arrested for issuing a death threat - purportedly from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang - to the actor and himself.




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Saudi Arabia Replaces CEO Of Futuristic Mega-City NEOM Amid Rising Scepticism

Saudi Arabia announced that it was replacing the chief executive of its futuristic mega-city NEOM as scepticism mounts over the Gulf kingdom's most ambitious development projects.




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NTPC Green Energy Sets Price Band Of Rs 102 For $1.2 Billion IPO

NTPC Green Energy has set a price band of 102 rupees to 108 rupees per share for its Rs 100 billion IPO.




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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Air Quality Hits Severe, Flight Ops Hit

A dense layer of smog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad on Wednesday morning.




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IIM Kozhikode, Emeritus Launch Chief Product Officer Course

The programme is designed to help product leaders, new and evolving CPOs, business founders and consultants.




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First American Turkey Shipment Leaves For Indian Market

The first shipment of American Turkey products for India left on Tuesday, marking a new phase in the bilateral trade relations between the two countries.




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Donald Trump's Presidency Raises Fresh Conflict Of Interest Concerns

Donald Trump's impending White House return poses questions once again about conflicts of interest related to his business empire, with new cryptocurrency and other ventures raising fresh concerns.




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"Officials To Pay From Salary": Top Court Guidelines On 'Bulldozer Justice'

The Executive cannot replace the Judiciary and legal process should not prejudge the guilt of an accused, the Supreme Court said today, taking a tough stand on the issue of 'bulldozer justice'.




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Donald Trump Sets 'Existential' Battle Against China With Cabinet Picks

In leaning on hawks Marco Rubio and Mike Waltz, Donald Trump is setting the stage for an existential battle against China -- although, as always, the president-elect's knack for dealmaking may intervene.




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Former NBA Player Kyle Singler's Cryptic Instagram Videos Raise Concerns

Kyle Singler's videos have left the NBA fraternity concerned with many of his former teammates offering support.




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"Excesses At Hands Of Executive...": Court's Top Quotes On 'Bulldozer Justice'

Hearing a petition against 'bulldozer justice' today, the Supreme Court today said that the Executive cannot replace the Judiciary and the law should not prejudge an accused's guilt.




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ICAI Releases Mock Test Paper Series For January 2025 CA Intermediate Exams

The mock test papers series-I will commence from November 18, 2024 while that for series-II will begin from December 9, 2024.




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Airlines Cancel Flights After Volcanic Eruptions. Why That's A Good Thing

At least three airlines cancelled flights between Australia and Bali this week after a volcano eruption in eastern Indonesia spewed a vast plume of volcanic ash into the air.




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In This Country, Cold War Relics Are Coming Back To Life. Here's How

Albania is seeing a rebirth of its communist-era military structures. No, not to prepare for a war. The country has turned old bunkers and barracks into tourist destinations.




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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Air Quality Hits Severe, Flight Ops Hit

A dense layer of smog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad on Wednesday morning.




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"Officials To Pay From Salary": Top Court Guidelines On 'Bulldozer Justice'

The Executive cannot replace the Judiciary and legal process should not prejudge the guilt of an accused, the Supreme Court said today, taking a tough stand on the issue of 'bulldozer justice'.




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Crypto Price Today: Bitcoin Hits New All Time High of $81,000, Market Highly Volatile

The overall crypto market grew by 1.42 percent in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin was joined by Dogecoin, Cardano, Ripple, and Tron on the profit-making side of the crypto charts on Monday, November 11.




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Android 15 Brings Support for True Adaptive Refresh Rate on Smartphones and Other Devices

Android 15 was released globally in August and since then, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as OnePlus, Oppo and Realme have introduced their iterations of the new operating system (OS) for their smartphones and other devices. The update is said to bring support for true adaptive refresh rate (ARR) which leverages discrete VSync steps to adapt to the frame rate of the on-screen content without changing the current display mode.




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PS5 Pro Aimed at 'Hardcore' Users, Pricing Has Not Had 'Negative Impact' on Sales, Says Sony President

Sony has said that the pricing of the newly launched PlayStation 5 Pro has not had a negative impact on console sales. While the company has not revealed initial sales figures for the PS5 Pro, it believes PS5 Pro sales will not have a “large contribution” to PS5 sales overall, considering it was a high-end console targeting “hardcore” users.




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Sewage Surveillance Might Be a Powerful Tool to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance, New Study Reveals

Sewage surveillance is emerging as a crucial method in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), according to new research from Virginia Tech. Published in Nature Water, the study demonstrates that monitoring wastewater provides a more efficient and comprehensive approach to tracking antibiotic-resistant bacteria than testing individuals. This method holds particular promise for underserved communities, where access to healthcare is limited, and AMR-related diseases are most prevalent. The research team, led by experts such as Dr. Leigh-Anne Krometis and Dr. Marc Edwards, explored sewage samples from 62 countries and found significant correlations between AMR levels and socioeconomic factors, such as healthcare accessibility. By examining wastewater, public health officials could gain early insights into AMR spread, allowing them to take targeted actions to protect vulnerable populations. This approach could revolutionise AMR monitoring, particularly in rural and low-income areas, where AMR poses a growing threat.




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Scientists Move Closer to Synthesising Element 120, Marking Potential New Era in Periodic Table

Scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California are exploring new techniques for creating superheavy elements, focusing on the potential synthesis of “element 120,” also called unbinilium. If successful, this addition could lead to an eighth row on the periodic table. Using ion bombardment, researchers demonstrated a process that may achieve unbinilium by targeting californium with supercharged titanium ions. The approach offers promise, although creating just two atoms could take weeks. This project marks an important step forward in understanding atomic structures and superheavy elements.




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Vivo Y300 India Launch Timeline, Colour Options, Specifications Tipped

Vivo Y300 Plus with Snapdragon 695 SoC was launched in India last month. According to a report, Vivo is also readying to launch the Y300 in the country. Colourways and specifications of the upcoming Vivo Y series phone have also leaked alongside its India launch timeline. It is said to be available in three colour options. The Vivo Y300 could boast a Sony IMX882 portrait camera.




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OnePlus Ace 5 Series Tipped to Get Metal Middle Frame, Ceramic Body, 24GB RAM, More

OnePlus seems to be preparing to launch the OnePlus Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro in China. The Chinese tech brand is yet to make an official announcement, but rumours about the duo continue to surface on the Web. As per a new leak, the OnePlus Ace 5 will run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. The upcoming Ace 5 smartphones are also said to feature a metal middle frame.




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What is the Digital Assets Platform Being Discussed by the BRICS Group?

The BRICS group is considering the creation of a digital assets platform to reduce reliance on US dollars for international transactions. President Putin has expressed his support for this initiative, emphasising that digital currencies could benefit not only BRICS nations but also other developing economies.




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A Very Royal Scandal OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch the British Historical Drama Series

A Very Royal Scandal, featuring Ruth Wilson and Michael Sheen, brings viewers into the world of the British royal family’s explosive 2019 interview that revealed new truths about Prince Andrew. Now available in India on SonyLIV, the series dives deep into royal drama. Directed by Julian Jarrold and produced by Amazon MGM Studios, it revisits key events and figures surrounding one of the monarchy’s most notable scandals.




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Google's Quick Share App Now Available for Snapdragon X Elite, Other ARM Devices Running Windows 11

Google has announced the silent rollout of its Quick Share app for ARM-powered devices running Windows 11 or later. Users can now easily send and receive photos, documents, and more data between nearby Android devices and ARM-based Windows PCs including the new Snapdragon X Elite laptops.




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iPhone 17 Air Might Not Be as Thick as Apple Planned Due to Technical Challenges, Tipster Claims

Apple's iPhone 17 Air model might not be as thin as the company previously planned, according to a tipster. Expected to replace the 'Plus' model in its lineup in 2025, Apple has reportedly encountered challenges in lowering the device's thickness due to the battery.




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Vivo Y18t With 5,000mAh Battery, Unisoc T612 Chipset Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo Y18t was silently launched in India as the latest entrant in the company's Y series. The new Vivo handset arrives in two colourways with an IP54-rated build. The Vivo Y18t sports a dual rear camera unit led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. It runs on a Unisoc T612 chipset with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. The budget smartphone carries a 5,000mAh battery with 15W fast charging support.




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Jio Star Website Goes Live Ahead of Anticipated Merger of Reliance Jio and Disney+ Hotstar

The merger between Reliance Jio’s Viacom18 and Star India Private Limited is expected to reach its conclusion this week. Ahead of the anticipated completion, a new website has surfaced which could allegedly be the home of the new OTT service formed courtesy of the amalgamation of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar — two popular streaming services in India.




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Cryptocurrency Mixer Bitcoin Fog Convicted of Crypto Money Laundering

Prosecutors said Bitcoin Fog processed more than $400 million in untraceable transactions, including $78 million involving known darknet markets. Defense lawyer Tor Ekeland called the verdict “disappointing” and said they will appeal.




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Samsung Galaxy S23 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 5G: Which is Better?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 5G are available at a starting price of Rs 41,999 and Rs 57,499 during the festive sale. Both models offer some premium design language and come equipped with the latest hardware. In this comparison, we will talk in-depth about both the models and which one you should consider.




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Reliance Jio True 5G Network Extends Battery Life by Up to 40 Percent, Claims Official

Reliance Jio’s True 5G network can improve the smartphone’s battery life by up to 40 percent, a company official highlighted during the company’s earnings call for the second quarter (Q2) of FY25. The telecommunications provider leverages a standalone (SA) architecture along with other technical features for its 5G services in India and assigns the spectrum bandwidth as per the application.




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Honor Magic 7 RSR Porsche Design Tipped to Feature 200-Megapixel Periscope Camera, 1.5K Display, More

Honor Magic 7 RSR Porsche Design will join the Honor Magic 7 series soon. As we await the formal launch of the handset, its key specifications have surfaced online. The Honor Magic 7 RSR Porsche Design is tipped to feature a 6.8-inch display with 1.5K resolution and a triple rear camera unit comprising a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto sensor.




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Indian Researchers Develop Energy-Efficient Method to Create Glass, Could Improve Efficiency of Data Centres

Scientists from IISc, University of Pennsylvania, and MIT reveal a breakthrough with indium selenide that transforms crystalline structures to glass using significantly less energy. By passing a continuous electric current, the crystalline material experiences a “shock” that converts it to glass. The low energy requirement could help lower power needs for data storage devices, potentially advancing phase-change memory in computers and mobile devices. This research opens a pathway for integrating this memory tech on CMOS platforms.




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Oppo Pad 3 Specifications Tipped; Said to Get 144Hz Display, Dimensity SoC, SuperVOOC Charging, More

Following the launch of Oppo's Pad 3 Pro tablet, which boasted premium hardware, a new leak has surfaced online that indicates the existence of a lower-priced Pad 3 with watered-down specifications. Leaked details suggests that the mid-range tablet has specifications similar to the older OnePlus Pad, which was unveiled in the first half of 2023. Te upcoming tablet is said to get a MediaTek Dimensity SoC, an 11.6-inch display, and a 9,510mAh battery.




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Namechain: The Next Major Project from the Creators of Ethereum Name Service, Explained

ENS Labs will be launching its own layer-2 blockchain network, called Namechain by the end of 2025. The network is being built atop the Ethereum blockchain and will use scaling technology called zero-knowledge rollups to make transactions more cost and time efficient.




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Bitcoin Price Nears $90,000 After US President-Elect Donald Trump's Victory: What's Fuelling the Optimism Around Crypto

Bitcoin created its third all-time high in the past week, surging past $89,900 (roughly Rs. 75.9 lakh) in the last 24 hours, amid an ongoing surge spurred by Donald Trump's victory in the recently concluded US Presidential elections.  Here's why investors are optimistic about US President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House in January 2025.




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Instagram AI Feature That Lets Users Generate Profile Pictures Spotted in Development

Instagram might be working on a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will allow users to upload AI-generated images. A new leak claims that the Meta-owned social media platform is testing a feature that will allow users to use AI models to generate profile pictures using AI. While not a lot is known about the feature at this point, similar features are reportedly being developed for Facebook and WhatsApp as well.




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NASA’s Atmospheric Waves Experiment Captures Gravity Waves From Hurricane Helene in Florida

On September 26, NASA’s Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) captured atmospheric gravity waves caused by Hurricane Helene’s powerful landfall along Florida’s Gulf Coast. These waves, observed as concentric ripples extending from Florida, highlight NASA’s efforts to understand how terrestrial weather can impact space weather and disrupt communication systems. AWE’s observations offer a critical step in decoding the effects of severe storms on the upper atmosphere.




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Voyager 2's Historic Flyby of Uranus Exposes Rare Magnetic Distortion

A new analysis of Voyager 2’s flyby of Uranus in 1986 reveals a unique magnetic anomaly caused by a rare solar wind event. Scientists from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Caltech found that the solar wind’s impact on Uranus’s magnetosphere was a unique occurrence, influencing measurements of the planet’s magnetic field. The study also suggests that the planet’s outer moons lie within its magnetosphere, potentially aiding future probes in identifying subsurface oceans on these moons.




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BSNL Launches Fibre-Based Intranet TV Service With Over 500 Live Channels in India

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the launch of the first fibre-based intranet TV service in select regions in India. This service, dubbed IFTV, was first introduced last month alongside the unveiling of the state-owned telecommunications provider’s new logo and six other new facilities.




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iPhone SE 4 Camera Production to Begin Soon Ahead of Anticipated Debut in March 2025: Report

iPhone SE 4 could be launched in early 2025, according to a report. An Apple supplier is reportedly gearing up for mass production of camera components for the iPhone SE 4, which is expected to succeed the iPhone SE (2022).




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Xiaomi Shows Off HyperConnect Feature for Easy File Sharing With iPhone and Other Apple Devices

Xiaomi announced the the latest operating system (OS) for its devices dubbed HyperOS 2.0 last month. A company official has now previewed another new feature which improves compatibility of Xiaomi smartphones with Apple devices such as the iPhone, enabling the user to share files easily across ecosystems.




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Crypto Price Today: Micro Losses Strike BTC, ETH Leaving Altcoins Turbulent

The overall crypto market cap tumbled by 4.12 percent over the last day due to market fluctuations. Bitcoin and Ether both registered losses on Wednesday. Tether, Solana, and Tron also saw registered losses alongside BTC and ETH. Ripple and Tron saw losses. 




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Mr Plankton Review: The K-Drama Is A Mixed Bag Which Is More Frustrating Than Fulfilling

Mr Plankton Review - The K-drama has the potential to be tighter but the pacing suffers from unnecessary delays and moments of repetitiveness that only serve to dilute the stakes.




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Nick Jonas Is Son-In-Law Of The Year As He Attends Priyanka Chopra's Cousin's Wedding Solo With Mother-In-Law Madhu Chopra

Nick Jonas even grooved a bit with his mother-in-law, Madhu Chopra at Priyanka Chopra’s cousin’s wedding




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Captain America Brave New World Trailer: Anthony Mackie's Captain America vs Harrison Ford's Red Hulk

Captain America: Brave New World will hit the theatres on February 14, 2025




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Leonardo DiCaprio Turns 50: Titanic To Inception, A Look At Actor's Best Performances

Leonardo DiCaprio has won numerous Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and BAFTA Awards