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Nvidia invests $2 billion in Synopsys to boost AI and chip design partnership

Nvidia and Synopsys have started a new partnership to work together on AI and advanced computing tools. Nvidia also invested money in Synopsys as part of this plan. The two companies want to make faster, smarter technology for future products. This move shows how both firms are growing in the AI and chip design market.

1 Dec 2025 9:18 pm
Why is Taylor Swift avoiding NFL Games this season? Fans observe the changed pattern

Taylor Swift, who commanded significant NFL attention last season with her frequent and high-profile appearances at Kansas City Chiefs games, has maintained a markedly lower profile this year.

1 Dec 2025 9:17 pm
Trump says will 'look into' reported double-tap strike on alleged drug boat

US President Donald Trump said Sunday he would look into claims the military conducted a follow-up strike that killed survivors on a boat in the Caribbean, part of Washington's anti-drug raids that have heightened tensions with Venezuela. When asked if he would have wanted a second attempt to kill the survivors, We'll look into it, but no, I wouldn't have wanted that -- not a second strike.

1 Dec 2025 9:16 pm
Team Building! CM Siddaramaiah will head to DK Shivakumars house for breakfast on Tuesday

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will meet for breakfast. This meeting follows a previous discussion to resolve any political differences. Both leaders have pledged to work together and strengthen the party. They aim to deliver on promises made to the people of Karnataka.

1 Dec 2025 9:15 pm
SC seeks Centre's response on plea concerning GST concession on car purchase by persons with disabilities

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and others for their response regarding a plea that claims Goods and Services Tax benefits for disabled individuals buying cars have been removed. Notices have been issued, with replies due in four weeks. The plea argues that this action effectively ends concessional GST for eligible persons with disabilities, impacting their access to transport.

1 Dec 2025 9:10 pm
CBI arrests a suspect in 36-year old kidnapping of Rubaiyya Sayeed

The CBI has apprehended an individual linked to the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiyya Sayeed. Sayeed, daughter of the then Union home minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, was abducted by JKLF terrorists. She was released after five days in exchange for terrorists. The CBI took over the case in the early 1990s. Prime accused Yasin Malik is currently imprisoned.

1 Dec 2025 9:08 pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif 'intentionally' delaying Asim Munir's army promotion? Defence expert says so

Pakistan's military leadership is in flux. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's absence from the country has stalled a key notification for Field Marshal Asim Munir's new role. This has created a leadership vacuum at the top of the armed forces. The situation raises concerns about Pakistan's nuclear command authority.

1 Dec 2025 9:05 pm
Organic food exports: NE focus, cereals & millets drive growth

India aims to achieve $2 billion in organic food exports by 2030, with current exports reaching $665 million in 2024-25. The nation's organic production has surged to 46.99 lakh tonnes, driven by a 15% CAGR in cultivation area. The first Northeast India Organic Week is underway to boost regional organic potential.

1 Dec 2025 8:58 pm
Cyclone Ditwah: PM Modi holds calls Sri Lankan Prez Dissanayake, condoles loss of lives

Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences to Sri Lankan President Dissanayake following Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. India assured continued support under Operation Sagar Bandhu, aligning with Vision MAHASAGAR and its 'First Responder' role, to aid Sri Lanka's rehabilitation and restoration efforts.

1 Dec 2025 8:56 pm
Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba disqualified as New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules

A panel of judges from the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sitting in Philadelphia sided with a lower court judge's ruling after hearing oral arguments at which Habba herself was present on Oct. 20.

1 Dec 2025 8:54 pm
RBI MPC Meet 2025: Date, time, and where to watch Governor Sanjay Malhotras policy statement

The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee meets amid strong economic growth and record low inflation. Governor Sanjay Malhotra leads the panel, which is considering a repo rate cut. Markets are divided on whether the key rate will be lowered from 5.5% or held steady.

1 Dec 2025 8:53 pm
Tech Founder turns nostalgic landline into viral success, earns $120,000 in 3 days

Tech entrepreneur Cat Goetze, called CatGPT, has transformed her nostalgia for old school phones into a viral business. Aiming to reduce screen time, she changed a thrifted pink clamshell handset, making it Bluetooth-compatible, enabling calls through iPhone, Android, and apps such as WhatsApp and FaceTime. Sharing the gadget online in July 2025, Goetze anticipated a few preorders but received $120,000 in sales within three days, and more than 3,000 units were sold by October.

1 Dec 2025 8:47 pm
Bitcoin price crash forecast: Why BTC USD may fall below $50,000 by 2026 analyst warns of market reset, S&P 500 drop, and gold surge

Bitcoin price crash: A crypto analyst predicts a significant Bitcoin price drop below $50,000 by 2026, potentially triggering a broad market reset. This forecast includes a substantial decline in the S&P 500 and a surge in gold prices. The analyst also warns of potential bank collapses due to high debt levels, advising investors to maintain liquidity for future opportunities.

1 Dec 2025 8:46 pm
Who is Kali in Stranger Things? The return of 'The Lost Sister' changes everything in Season 5

Kali, or 008, Eleven's foster sister, reappears in Stranger Things season 5. Abducted from London, her powers were studied at the lab. She previously sought revenge but Eleven intervened. Now, Kali is seen in a machine, potentially Eleven's weakness. Her return connects season 2 to the current narrative, promising more twists and a potential showdown with Vecna and Eleven.

1 Dec 2025 8:38 pm
Fresh talks between Pakistan, Afghanistan fail without breakthrough: Media report

Saudi Arabia-sponsored talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Riyadh failed to achieve any breakthrough over the weekend. Both estranged neighbors refused to compromise on their stances regarding cross-border terrorism, with Pakistan declining a Saudi proposal to resume bilateral trade during ongoing discussions. The stalled talks highlight the persistent tensions between the two nations.

1 Dec 2025 8:36 pm
Maharashtra local body polls: SC rejects plea challenging validity of delimitation process

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea challenging the delimitation process for local bodies in Maharashtra. The court stated the petition appears to be a tactic to delay elections. Local body polls have been stalled since 2022. The apex court has urged the Maharashtra government and the state election commission to conduct these elections at the earliest.

1 Dec 2025 8:35 pm
US stock market crashes today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq all in red Is Wall Streets December rally already breaking as crypto tumbles?

US stock market crashes today as the Dow drops 127 points, the S&P 500 slips 29 points, and the Nasdaq sinks 161 points. Tech and crypto stocks drag markets lower. Bitcoins fall hits Bitfarms and Cleanspark. Nvidia, Snap, and Intel also decline. Q32 Bio and AHMA surge on heavy volume. December starts with weak sentiment and rising volatility.

1 Dec 2025 8:35 pm
Why rich Americans prefer travel rewards over cash-back credit cards

Many rich Americans do not use cash-back credit cards. Instead, they prefer travel rewards cards and cards with big sign-up bonuses. These cards help them get flight upgrades, free hotel nights, and other perks. Wealthy people use smart strategies like credit card churning to earn more rewards from their spending and lifestyle.

1 Dec 2025 8:29 pm
Instead of mourning death, Priya made every move to take control of assets: Sunjay Kapur's mother to Delhi HC

Sunjay Kapur's mother claims his wife Priya Kapur is seizing his assets. She states she was unaware of any will. Sunjay's children are also questioning the validity of his purported will. The court is hearing arguments on an interim injunction. Sunjay Kapur passed away in June after a collapse during a polo match.

1 Dec 2025 8:15 pm
WHO backs GLP-1 treatments to tackle obesity epidemic

The World Health Organization has unveiled new recommendations indicating that revolutionary weight-loss drugs could play a vital role in addressing the escalating obesity epidemic. Specifically, GLP-1 agonist therapies are suggested for long-term obesity care in adults.

1 Dec 2025 8:12 pm
Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi among 15 declared Fugitive Economic Offenders causing Rs 26,645 crore loss: MoS Finance

As of October 31, 2025, 15 individuals have been declared Fugitive Economic Offenders (FEOs) under the FEOA, 2018. Nine of these are linked to large financial frauds against public sector banks, causing a principal loss of Rs 26,645 crore. The government has recovered Rs 19,187 crore from these offenders.

1 Dec 2025 8:05 pm
Harley-Davidson X440T unveiled: Check likely price, launch date, key features and other details

Harley-Davidson, in partnership with Hero MotoCorp, has unveiled the new X440T, set for market launch this weekend. This model from the X440 family features a revised rear section with a sleeker cowl, updated seat, and chunkier grab handles. It retains the 440cc engine and trellis frame, with potential upgrades like ride-by-wire technology.

1 Dec 2025 8:04 pm
HELOC rates today, December 1, 2025: Home equity borrowing just got cheaper Is December the turning point as lenders brace for another Fed shift?

HELOC rates today: Home equity line of credit rates slipped again on December 1. The national average HELOC rate stands near 7.64%, according to new lender data. Some large banks now quote APRs around 7.75% to 7.90%, down from levels above 8.5% seen earlier this year.

1 Dec 2025 8:02 pm
SC grants bail to man who impersonated Amit Shah's nephew to con businessman

The Supreme Court granted bail to Ajay Kumar Nayyar, accused of impersonating Union Home Minister Amit Shah's nephew to cheat a businessman of Rs 3.9 crore. The court considered Nayyar's over four years in custody and the slow pace of the trial, with only the first witness's cross-examination ongoing after three years.

1 Dec 2025 7:54 pm
Baby stars shine bright: JWST detects unexpected ultraviolet glow

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have spotted high energy ultraviolet radiation around five infant stars, or protostars, in the Ophiuchus star forming area. These stars, still accumulating mass from surrounding molecular clouds, were not anticipated to emit UV radiation. Researchers found out that external sources like nearby massive stars were not responsible, indicating the radiation arrives internally.

1 Dec 2025 7:54 pm
Chennai school holiday: Check latest update amid heavy rains due to Cyclone Ditwah

Heavy rains have led to school and college holidays in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpet, and Kancheepuram districts on Tuesday. Anna University and Madras University have postponed their semester exams scheduled for the day. Continuous rainfall has been affecting Chennai and its surrounding areas since Monday morning.

1 Dec 2025 7:42 pm
New York City is finally getting its casinos? Here's a major development after 2013 constitutional amendment

In 2013, New York state voters authorized a constitutional amendment allowing up to seven casinos in the state, with up to three reserved for the New York City area.

1 Dec 2025 7:41 pm
ED FIR on Gandhis: Siddaramaiah hits out at BJP, Shivakumar warns history will repeat

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar condemned the Enforcement Directorate's FIR against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, branding it as a classic case of BJP's political vendetta. They highlighted that this act of intimidation signals a deep-rooted fear and undermines the essence of democracy.

1 Dec 2025 7:39 pm
Mortgage approvals dip as budget rumours slow buyers and push savers toward cash Isas

Mortgage approvals dropped in October as many home buyers felt unsure because of Budget rumours. Some experts say the housing market slowed for a short time, while others believe demand may rise again soon. Savers also put more money into cash Isas after hearing about new rules.

1 Dec 2025 7:39 pm
Kansas City Weather forecast: Which areas will expect heavy snowfall and when full timeline of Mondays winter storm

Kansas City Weather: Snowfall has begun across the Kansas City metropolitan area, prompting officials to declare a First Alert Weather Alert Day for Monday as conditions worsen. A Winter Weather Advisory will remain in place through Monday evening, with forecasters cautioning residents to prepare for reduced visibility and slow travel.

1 Dec 2025 7:37 pm
It's official, Tamil Nadu 'Raj Bhavan' is now 'Lok Bhavan'

An official release here said that the renaming reflects the evolution of Raj Bhavan into Lok Bhavan, carrying forward its longstanding commitment to people-centric governance and active public participation in its programmes and initiatives.

1 Dec 2025 7:31 pm
After Bitcoin crash, is the stock market next? Global stocks drop as BTC falls below $86,000 and S&P 500 futures slip 0.6%

BTC crash: Global stocks fell after Bitcoin crashed below $86,000 and Japans BOJ signaled a possible rate hike. S&P 500 futures dropped 0.6% as Japans two-year yield hit 1.84%, the highest since 2008. Bitcoin slid 5.7%, dragging major tokens and crypto-linked stocks lower. Meta and Nvidia fell over 1.3% as risk sentiment weakened across global markets.

1 Dec 2025 7:26 pm
Why Bitcoin price (BTC USD) crashed today: December crypto market sell-off reasons explained

Bitcoin price crash today: Cryptocurrencies experienced significant declines on the first trading day of December, with Bitcoin dropping 5% and other major coins like Ethereum and Solana also falling. This downturn is attributed to Federal Reserve interest rate uncertainty and volatility in AI stocks, impacting investor sentiment and leading to broad selling pressure across the crypto market.

1 Dec 2025 7:20 pm
Jet era over? Elon Musk's bold idea begins to shape up

Trkiye's Bayraktar Kzlelma successfully conducted an air-to-air missile strike, marking a significant advancement in uncrewed combat aircraft. This breakthrough fuels the debate on whether drones will replace manned fighter jets, challenging the dominance of expensive, crewed platforms like the F-35 in future aerial warfare.

1 Dec 2025 7:16 pm
Massive winter weather slams Midwest: Over 1,000 canceled flights amid heavy snow

A severe winter storm swept across the Midwest and Central U.S. during the Thanksgiving weekend, depositing heavy snow and interrupting travel. More than 1,000 flights at Chicago airports were canceled, and major delays impacted OHare and Midway. Highways became dangerous, including a 45-car crash on I70 in Indiana. Winter Storm Warnings covered states from South Dakota to Ohio, with cities such as Chicago, Milwaukee, and parts of Iowa anticipating up to a foot of snow.

1 Dec 2025 7:15 pm
Four major U.S. economic events expected to heavily influence Bitcoin volatility- here's what you need to know

Bitcoin braces for a volatile week as key US economic data and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech loom. The end of quantitative tightening and labor market reports will influence rate cut expectations. Inflation figures will be closely watched. These events are expected to dictate Bitcoin's direction and market sentiment for the remainder of 2025.

1 Dec 2025 7:15 pm
School Closings December 1, 2025: Full list of US districts announcing delays and class cancellations after severe 10-inch snowstorm

School delays: Heavy snowfall, icy secondary roads and alerts over a fast-moving Noreaster have prompted widespread school closures on December 1, 2025, with major districts across Missouri, Iowa and Michigan issuing Monday schedules that include full cancellations, delayed openings and mixed operational plans.

1 Dec 2025 7:09 pm
DRDO sanctioned 148 new R&D projects in last three years: Govt in Rajya Sabha

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has approved 148 new research projects over the past three years. Fifteen centres for industry and academia collaboration are now operational, focusing on advanced defence technologies. The DRDO is also developing a new policy to engage with startups. Budget allocations for defence research are set to increase in the coming years.

1 Dec 2025 7:08 pm
Omnicom to cut 4,000 jobs, shut several agencies after IPG takeover, FT reports

Omnicom is set to make significant changes after acquiring Interpublic Group for $13.5 billion. Over 4,000 jobs will be cut, primarily in administrative areas. Well-known advertising brands like DDB and MullenLowe will merge into TBWA. FCB, a major agency, will be absorbed by BBDO. These moves signal a major restructuring in the advertising industry.

1 Dec 2025 7:04 pm
Crypto market crash today: Why BTC, ETH, and XRP are falling Top crypto prices crash hard as liquidations hit $637 million

Crypto market crashed today as Japan signaled a 76% chance of a December 19 rate hike, pushing its 2-year yield to 1.84%, the highest since 2008. Algorithms triggered heavy selling. Liquidity tightened as money returned to Japan and China slowed U.S. debt buying. Over $637M was liquidated, including $200M in BTC and $159M in ETH, hitting all major tokens.

1 Dec 2025 6:56 pm
ED raids against Maharashtra-based Trust, Yemeni national in FCRA case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Maharashtra. The action is part of an investigation into alleged Foreign Contribution Regulation Act violations by the Jamia Islamia Ishatul Uloom Trust. The Ministry of Home Affairs had previously cancelled the Trust's registration. The probe follows an FIR and chargesheet filed by local police.

1 Dec 2025 6:47 pm
Parliament Street protest case: Delhi court reserves order on bail pleas of 8 accused for December 2

The police arrested 17 accused in a case lodged at Parliament Street Police Station. The court has already granted bail to nine accused persons. They are accused of raising slogans and scuffling with the police.

1 Dec 2025 6:46 pm
Sydney Sweeney as Shreks Dragon? The friendsgiving glow-up we didnt expect

Sydney Sweeney gained massive online attention following the debut of her dramatic outfit inspired by the dragon from Shrek during a themed Friendsgiving. The actress shared images in a red metallic bodysuit, knee-high socks, long gloves, black stockings, heels, and dragon ears, even posing with a guest in a Donkey costume. She captioned the post as friendsgiving week.

1 Dec 2025 6:45 pm
Yunus rule marked by rehabilitation of Jamaat; Institutional capture by radicals and attacks on minorities: Report

Since August 2024, Bangladesh has seen a surge in extremism following the interim government's rise, marked by the lifting of bans on Jamaat-e-Islami and its affiliates. This has led to increased radicalization in universities, open mobilization of banned groups, and a rise in violence and discrimination against minorities, signaling a weakening of state control and secular identity.

1 Dec 2025 6:45 pm
Bitcoin price today drops to $85,000: Why Michael Saylor predicts BTC USD could reach $21 million in 21 years is it possible?

Bitcoin price today: Despite a recent Bitcoin price slide and widespread market fear, long-time proponent Michael Saylor forecasts a staggering $21 million per coin within two decades. This bold prediction hinges on a conservative 30% annual growth rate, supported by historical performance and increasing institutional adoption, though rising leverage poses risks.

1 Dec 2025 6:44 pm
TikTok creator Taylor money says investing, not spending, is the real path to growing wealth

A TikTok creator called Taylor Money says people should use money to grow more money, not just buy bigger things. His idea focuses on expansion, meaning investing in options that can earn higher returns. The story explains simple ways to invest, like real estate platforms, stock apps, and art investing, for people who want to build long-term wealth.

1 Dec 2025 6:43 pm
Abhishek Banerjee says he will contest from any seat TMC directs, dismisses Nandigram speculation

At an event at Maheshtala in his Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency, the TMC national general secretary dismissed the debate as a manufactured flutter, turning the spotlight back on internal party discipline.

1 Dec 2025 6:40 pm