Sam Altman is the latest tech exec to get a seat at the political table. The OpenAI cofounder and CEO is cochairing the transition team for San Francisco mayor-elect Daniel Lurie, Lurie announced Monday. The other cochairs include alums from local government and nonprofits, as well as Ned Segal, Lurie's campaign cochair and Twitter's former CFO. "I'm excited to help the city I love, and wher
WiFi Money was sued by Nebraska's Attorney General who alleged the social-media collective offered "deceptive" get-rich-quick schemes that lost residents of the state more than $3 million. On Tuesday, the state filed a lawsuit focused on investment opportunities that WiFi Money marketed during the COVID-19 pandemic that promised to make investors a profit by dropshipping on Amazon and Walmart's
CHENNAI: As part of the ease of doing business in the State, the Energy Department has notified 650 volts as the notified voltage up to which self-certification through Chartered Electricity Safety Engineers would be sufficient instead of inspection by the electrical inspectorate. According to the government order (GO) issued by the energy department, a multi-storeyed building of more than 15 met
Global alliance launched to fight hunger, poverty with 80 nations The countries of the Global South are most adversely impacted by the food, fuel and fertiliser crisis caused by global conflicts and G20 must give primacy to their concerns and priorities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday. In an address on the first day of the G20 summit, Modi complimented the Brazilian presidency of th
"Sakhavu Pinarayikku abhivadyangal, ayiram ayiram abhivadyangal' (Salutations to Comrade Pinarayi, a thousand salutations)," cried party workers with red bandanas on their foreheads as the CM took to the makeshift stage. The CM then settled into his tried-and-tested mode of oratory, speaking slowly but coherently, occasionally looking at the paper in front of him, but mostly with his eyes towar
The G20 should focus on the challenges and priorities of the Global South, which have been most affected by the food, fuel and fertiliser crisis brought on by global conflicts, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday. Modi's remarks, made during the first session of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro that focused on "Social inclusion and the fight against hunger and poverty", built on India's
Delhi was smeared in a morbid grey on Monday as the air quality index (AQI) surged to 494, the city's second-highest reading ever and just shy of the maximum of 500, as the Capital's calamitous pollution crisis plumbed new depths, with more than 20 million people held hostage in a sea of poison by the weather and an apathetic administration. Delhi's AQI was this bad on November 3, 2019, when the
Manasi Parekh says actresses shouldn't be embarrassed about their age. She recalls being dissuaded from marrying during her debut. 2024 has been rather special for Manasi Parekh. Not only did she mark two decades as an actor but also won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in Kutch Express. However, her initial days in the entertainment industry was no cakewalk. In an exc
The EU's aggressive stance against Big Tech has inspired governments worldwide, from Australia to the US, to draft their own regulatory frameworks. The European Union (EU) has long prided itself on being a global leader in the regulation of Big Tech, with initiatives like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the more recent Digital Markets Act (DMA) and Digital Services Act (DSA). Th
While India must put in place the best possible dispute resolution system, there is a need to further liberalise the policy regime for FDI, besides improving the conditions for doing business in the various states. The National Democratic Alliance regime is optimistic of attracting $100 billion annually in foreign direct investments (FDI) as it is currently the world's fastest-growing large econo
VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BioVaxys Technology Corp. (CSE: BIOV) (FRA: 5LB) ("BioVaxys" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it intends to complete a non-brokered private placement offering (the "Offering") consisting of up to an aggregate of 14,285,715 units of the Company (each, a "Unit") at a price of CAD$0.07 per Unit for gross proceeds of up to CAD$1,000,000. Each
Times of India's Edit Page team comprises senior journalists with wide-ranging interests who debate and opine on the news and issues of the day. Over time, govts' failure to improve Delhi's air quality is bound to impact its economic primacy About three weeks ago, Delhi govt told NGT it was implementing its 21-point winter action plan involving about 30 govt depts to mitigate air pollution. It w
A crucial meeting of the National Democratic Alliance called by Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Monday evening saw significant absences, with only 27 of 45 MLAs attending in person and one joining virtually, highlighting growing fissures within the ruling coalition as the state grapples with a fresh wave of ethnic violence. While six legislators cited medical reasons for their absence,
Sir Speedy, PIP, and Signal Graphics continue to see growth and demand for printing services. Print supports many small businesses nationwide, which rely on fast, affordable marketing, sales, and training materials to promote and operate their businesses. MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sir Speedy, PIP, and Signal Graphics -- nationally known brands in the printing, s
A Datum Intelligence report claimed that ecommerce GMV for the festive season crossed the INR 1 Lakh Cr mark in 2024, as against INR 81,000 Cr in 2023 and INR 69,800 Cr in 2022 After all the buzz around the fight between ecommerce marketplaces and quick commerce giants, how did Amazon India fare in the 2024 festive season sales? For the US-based ecommerce giant, the Great Indian Festival, wh
NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global 5G testing equipment market size is estimated to grow by USD 605.76 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 8.43% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for improved network capacity to access connected services is driving market growth,
The headline, explained: We are amused, perplexed, little scared at Kochi schools' idea of grading with emojis Emojis originated in the 1980s from a foreshadowing that in the computer age, conveying human emotions would somehow become harder than it had been for millennia. Internet, smartphone and AI later, they may be the fastest growing language. Young Indians are second to none in 'speaking' i
NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with the AI impact on market trends - The global science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) toys market size is estimated to grow by USD 8.09 bn from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.89% during the forecast period. Growing emphasis on stem education is driving market growth, with a trend to
Winter pollution poses serious physical and mental health risks. Combat stress with mindful practices, hydration, skincare, indoor plants, and exercise to improve well-being and resilience.With the onset of winter and AQI already skyrocketing, the air is not just polluted but stressful. To even think of stepping out of your doors is stressful; it is smog that has engulfed most cities, the capital
Delhi's air pollution is getting worse every year, and it's becoming a big problem for the city's future. Just three weeks ago, the Delhi government told the National Green Tribunal (NGT) it was working on a 21-point plan to fight pollution. Sounds good, right? But yesterday, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) hit 490 out of 500 in many parts of the city. That's *hazardous*. Even with rules like bann
Did you know emojis have been around since the 1980s? Back then, people were already worried that computers might make it harder to express feelings, something humans have done for thousands of years. Fast forward to today, and emojis are everywhere! They've become one of the fastest-growing "languages," and young Indians are total experts at using them. For adults trying to keep up, emojis are l
The markets traded with a weak undertone as they stepped into the fresh week on Monday. The Nifty opened on a very quiet and flat note but soon lost ground in the first hour of the trade. A smart recovery followed, which saw the Nifty rebounding from its low point. The recovery of over 120 points was not sustained and the Nifty came off from its high point as well. The second half of the session w
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In a revealing Knesset speech on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel was behind a series of devastating attacks on Hezbollah in September, revealing that the operation was brought forward after concerns that a secret Israeli intelligence method was about to be uncovered. Netanyahu disclosed that the attack, initially planned for October, was accelerated to preve
Uno Minda Ltd, an aerospace industry player, shows potential for a price surge. Experts suggest a buying opportunity for high-risk traders if the stock closes above Rs 1,050. This could lead to a target price of Rs 1,175-1,255 within the next four to six weeks. The stock, forming a Rounding Accumulation pattern, indicates a potential upward trend reversal. Uno Minda Ltd, part of the aerospace ind
Boston, MA, Nov. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MiniLuxe Holding Corp. (TSXV: MNLX) today announced its financial results for the 13 and 39 weeks ended September 29, 2024 (Q3 2024 and YTD Q3 2024, respectively). The fiscal year of MiniLuxe is a 52-week reporting cycle ending on the Sunday closest to December 31, which periodically necessitates a fiscal year of 53 weeks; fiscal years referred to in t
MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX; Nasdaq: TLX, Telix, the Company) today announces it will expand its theranostic pipeline with new assets targeting Fibroblast Activation Protein (FAP), one of the most promising pan-cancer targets in nuclear medicine. Telix's development program will initially focus on the treatment of bladder cancer,
Wind Creek Hospitality, under the ownership of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has agreed to purchase the Birmingham Racecourse from the McGregor family, known for their stakes in both the Birmingham and Victoryland Casinos. The acquisition, set to conclude by early 2025, marks a significant expansion for Wind Creek in the Southeast. "For over 30 years, we have worked to provide the best possib
Rachel Ruggeri, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:SBUX), recently sold 1,452 shares of the company's common stock. The transaction, executed on November 15, 2024, was conducted at an average price of $99.07 per share, amounting to a total sale value of approximately $143,849. This sale was carried out as part of a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 tradin
Woolworths has defended 'shrinkflation' on home brands and does not want an active role in notifying shoppers when other brands do it. The practice, also known as package downsizing, happens when product lines decrease in size while the price stays the same, helping brands maintain margin and profitability. Consumers have raised concern about the lack of transparency around shrinkflation to the