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Kaylee Russell of Colorado: Twenty-year-old Kaylee Russell of Colorado, who was the subject of an intensive search, has been found deceased. Her vehicle was discovered submerged in water near Timnath Reservoir, approximately 15 miles from where she was last seen. Law enforcement has not yet released official details regarding the cause of her death or the circumstances surrounding the discovery.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin met for a private dinner. They discussed strengthening economic ties and increasing India's exports to Russia. The leaders aimed to boost bilateral trade significantly. Several agreements are expected to be signed. This visit highlights the strong India-Russia partnership.
Heated Rivalry Episode 3 release time, schedule, how to watch is confirmed for December 5 on HBO Max. The episode continues the weekly rollout after the two-episode premiere. This explainer covers global release times, streaming platforms, episode count, cast, and all viewing options across regions.
Discord Checkpoint 2025: Discord has released its first yearly activity summary, Discord Checkpoint 2025. Users can now see their message counts, voice channel hours, top emojis, most active servers, and frequent DM friends. Exclusive avatar decorations are also available. The feature is rolling out gradually and requires the latest app version.
Will Donald Trump pardon Brian Cole and why it took 5 years to catch Jan 6 pipe bomber is a major topic online after the arrest of Brian Cole Jr from Woodbridge VA. Users question the long investigative delay, unverified political claims, and public confusion around the suspect. This explainer breaks down confirmed details.
Total War: Medieval 3: Creative Assembly has revealed Total War: Medieval 3. This strategy game returns to Europe after almost twenty years. The studio confirmed the game is years away from release. It will be built on a new engine. This title will also be the first Medieval game on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Players can rewrite medieval history in this sandbox experience.
Bill Gates co-founded Microsoft in 1975, becoming the world's youngest billionaire by 1987. He warns that success can be a poor teacher, fostering overconfidence that blinds individuals to risks and the need for continuous learning. Gates later transitioned to philanthropy, focusing on climate change, healthcare, and education through his foundation and ventures.
There are multiple routes and one of the primary instruments is going to be the tenders floated by the states, Sarangi said while addressing the session on energy transition at CII India Edge.
India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is partnering with IIT-Kanpur to leverage AI for identifying and analyzing high-risk road lack spots. This initiative aims to understand the root causes of repeated collisions on national highways and implement targeted solutions. The project seeks to improve accident data analysis and reporting to significantly reduce road crashes by 2030.
A new health and national security cess will be imposed on demerit goods like pan masala. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated this cess will not affect essential commodities. The collected revenue will create a dedicated fund for health and national security. This move aims to deter consumption of certain products. The bill has received parliamentary approval.
Sberbank, which processes the largest share of India-Russia trade payments, is also looking at channelling rupee surplus of its investors into government securities, said Herman Gref, CEO and chairman of the executive board. The bank is also considering the export of gold to India, having secured a licence to do so. It's also examining entry into the education and healthcare sectors.
India and Russia aim to double bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, focusing on diversifying exports beyond current levels. Both nations are actively seeking to address the significant trade imbalance, with New Delhi identifying opportunities in consumer goods, automobiles, and electronics. Russia is keen to increase India's share in its imports, offering support for Indian businesses.
Fitch Ratings has boosted India's economic growth forecast for FY26 to 7.4 percent. This upgrade is driven by robust consumer spending and recent Goods and Services Tax reforms. The agency anticipates the Indian Rupee will strengthen against the dollar. Falling inflation provides room for the Reserve Bank of India to further reduce policy rates.
BTC USD prediction 2026: JPMorgan predicts Bitcoin could surge to $170,000 in 6-12 months, despite its recent slump. This optimistic outlook hinges on two key risks not escalating: MicroStrategy's potential token sales and MSCI's decision on digital asset index inclusion. A positive MSCI outcome could trigger a strong rebound for both MicroStrategy and Bitcoin.
To be sure, GIFT City already extends several benefits to reinsurers seeking to make this an operational hub. It offers no additional capital injection requirement, a 10-year tax holiday, and significantly lighter staffing and regulatory obligations than onshore India, where full-fledged operations demand a CEO, CFO, chief compliance officer and strict key managerial personnel norms.
Sandeep Agarwal is currently serving notice period in UBS and likely to join Modulus in January. He is likely to spearhead the business as well as the investments, people cited above said. Agarwal did not respond to queries.
An arrest has been made in connection with pipe bombs planted near political headquarters. A Virginia man was taken into custody by the FBI. The incident occurred the night before the US Capitol riot. Investigators are exploring possible motives and the suspect's political beliefs. Anarchism, a philosophy skeptical of state authority, is discussed in relation to the suspect's alleged views.
Several people curl their arms tightly while sleeping, a posture nicknamed as the T. rex position on social media. Although it may feel comforting, doing it regularly may cause nerve damage. Doctors caution that bending arms during sleep can press on nerves, restrict circulation, and result in numbness or tingling. Symptoms are shooting pain, weak grip, or frequent dropping items. Stress, poor sleep, and anxiety can trigger this position.
Akhtarul Iman also claimed that opposition to construction or naming of religious places is unconstitutional.
Costco stock: Costco shares fell on Thursday even as quarterly sales outpaced rivals. Investors are watching a slowdown in monthly sales growth. This trend is causing caution. The company's stock has seen a decline this year. This follows a strong performance in the previous two years. Competitors BJ's Wholesale and Walmart's Sam's Club also reported sales figures.
The plan of space cooperation in future covers several joint areas, including engine development, crewed missions, orbital stations, personnel training, and rocket fuel, ET has learnt.
Suzlon Energy is launching three new AI-powered smart blade factories. This expansion will boost its manufacturing capabilities across India. The new facilities aim to improve blade quality and production efficiency. Suzlon is also upgrading its existing plants. This strategic move supports its large order book and strengthens its position in India's growing wind energy sector.
Amazon is accelerating its 10-minute delivery push in India. The e-commerce giant is adding two dark stores daily. It plans to have 300 micro warehouses across Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR by the end of this year. This expansion comes amid intense competition in the quick-commerce market.
India's first integrated 6 GW solar photovoltaic ingot and wafer manufacturing plant will be established in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh, by ReNew Photovoltaics. This 3,990 crore greenfield unit aims to reduce reliance on Chinese imports and bolster India's solar capacity targets. The project, supported by the PLI scheme, is expected to create 1,200 jobs and commence commercial production by January 2028.
Returning professionals and retirees from the US face higher taxes. A US clarification on tax treaties may end lower tax rates on their US earnings. This change impacts individuals considered 'resident but not ordinary resident' in India. They could see increased withholding taxes on dividends, interest, and royalties. This situation requires individuals to reassess their financial planning and return timing.
Social Security mistakes are costing retirees big. One slip-up can wipe out a $2,000 monthly benefit. If you claim benefits before full retirement age and keep working, earnings over the limit trigger cuts. The government can take $1 for every $2 earned above the threshold. Filing at 62 can reduce lifetime benefits by up to 30%. Missing spousal or survivor benefits or incorrect wage records can further slash payments. Even taxes can take 85% of benefits.
Lenovo Group witnessed a significant 68% surge in its Indian PC and mobile business last fiscal year, driven by a remarkable 150% jump in smartphone sales. The company's total consumer revenue reached 27,424 crore, with strong demand fueled by digitization, premiumization, and GST cuts. Lenovo India's profit after tax also saw a healthy 24% increase.
Zia, the 80-year-old Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson, will be flown in an air ambulance late after midnight or early Friday to London, where her elder son and acting BNP chief Tarique Rahman lives. After she developed a chest infection that affected both her heart and lungs, Zia was admitted to a private hospital here on November 23 and four days later, shifted to the coronary care unit (CCU) after several of her health complications worsened.
India's largest airline, IndiGo, has apologized for widespread operational disruptions and delays over the past two days. The airline is collaborating with aviation authorities and airport operators to mitigate the cascading impact and restore normal operations. IndiGo advises customers to check flight status before traveling.
Brian Cole: The FBI arrested Brian Cole Jr. from Woodbridge, Virginia, on December 4, in connection with pipe bombs planted near DNC and RNC headquarters on January 5, 2021. The arrest follows a nearly five-year investigation into the suspect, who was captured on surveillance footage. Authorities have not yet confirmed Cole's involvement.
Blood sugar influences daily health, impacting energy, mood, and appetite. High blood sugar can result in fatigue, mood swings, and long term complications, while low sugar can cause dizziness and fainting. Selecting the right breakfast is important, and fiber-rich, whole-grain cereals with minimal sugar help regulate glucose.Portion size, fiber, whole grains, and low added sugar are vital for optimal morning breakfast.
A recent Instagram video by cardiothoracic surgeon Dr Jeremy London challenges the belief that all stress harms the heart. He explains that controlled, self-chosen stress, particularly through aerobic exercise, can strengthen the cardiovascular system, improve vessel flexibility and build resilience. However, chronic emotional stress triggers harmful hormonal responses, increasing the risk of inflammation, hypertension and heart attacks. London urges people to embrace beneficial physical stress
As per the illustration given in the latest draft rule, a service provider holding frequencies in a different band can share them with other operators having spectrum in a separate band but within the same category and telecom circle.
AT&T customers have just two weeks left to claim up to $7,500 from a $177 million data breach settlement. Two breaches in 2024 exposed names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, Social Security numbers, and call data. Claims must be filed by Dec. 18, 2025, online at www.telecomdatasettlement.com or by mail. Millions are eligible, including those in both settlement classes. Tiered payouts range from documented losses up to $5,000 to combined claims reaching $7,500.
India abstained from a United Nations General Assembly vote on a resolution concerning Ukrainian children. The resolution demanded Russia's immediate return of children forcibly transferred or deported since the war began. Many nations also abstained. Russia stated the resolution contained baseless allegations. The UNGA has passed multiple resolutions regarding the conflict.
President Zardari approved the summary submitted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formally asking him to appoint Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Munir as the first CDF of Pakistan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Assam on December 20, inaugurating a new airport terminal and laying the foundation for a urea complex, signaling a new wave of development. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will also visit soon to finalize election preparations for the upcoming assembly polls.
High cholesterol often shows early effects in the legs because plaque can narrow the arteries that supply blood to the lower body. Symptoms such as leg pain while walking, quick fatigue, one foot feeling colder, numbness in the toes and unusual skin color changes may indicate circulation problems linked to peripheral artery disease.
Foxgloves are visually striking plants with tall, pastel colored spikes, but they contain hazardous cardiac toxins known as digitalis glycosides. The foxglove plant is noticeable for its tall spires of purple, pink, or white blooms, but it hides powerful toxinsthat can affect your hearts rhythm and be fatal if consumed, cautions Andrew White, flower expert at Eflorist.
The Election Commission of India is launching new software to find and remove duplicate voters. This technology will be used in 12 states, including West Bengal, during a special revision of voter lists. Officials are urging election workers to be diligent in verifying voter details. Strict action will be taken against intentional errors.
CA Nitin Kaushik, in a social media post, has highlighted pattern recognition as a key skill that can significantly improve financial and life decisions. He explained that human behaviour, market movements and personal responses often follow repeating cycles, and individuals who learn to observe these patterns gain a clearer understanding of outcomes
Dollar Tree price point changes: Dollar Tree is changing its pricing strategy. The retailer is introducing higher price points like $3, $5, $7, and $9. This move is attracting more shoppers, including those with higher incomes. The company is converting stores to a new format to support this expansion. This strategy is driving strong sales and positive investor response.
2026 IRA limits are up. Savers can now contribute $7,500 to traditional and Roth IRAs. Those 50 and older can add a catch-up $1,100, for a total of $8,600. Roth IRA contributions phase out above $153,000 for singles and $242,000 for joint filers. Traditional IRA deductions reduce at higher incomes if you have a workplace plan. Every extra dollar counts. Splitting contributions between Roth and traditional is allowed, but total limits apply. Maximize your savings now. Small increases today can gr
Dr. Sudhir Kumar, senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, recommends a simple, non-medication approach to reduce snoring and mild sleep apnea: sleeping on the side instead of the back. This posture helps keep the airway open by preventing the tongue and soft tissues from collapsing backward, a common cause of snoring.

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