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Meta launches Muse Ember, its most efficient AI model to handle repetitive tasks; know what it can do and here's how it works

Meta has said that Muse Ember is significantly cheaper than competitors like Haiku and Luna. Despite being designed as a lightweight execution model, Ember can process different types of information. Meta claims it supports text, images and audio. The objective is to make the AI agents faster and cheaper to operate.

10 Nov 2026 2:04 am
Your Social Security check faces a 22% cut risk: The funding shortfall that could cost retirees $2,700 a year

Social Securitys 2032 warning: Millions of retirees could receive smaller monthly checks if the retirement trust fund runs out of reserves. Payroll taxes would still finance payments, but cover only 78% of scheduled benefits, according to trustees. Congress could prevent the reduction through legislation. Until then, workers may need additional retirement savings through 401(k) plans and IRAs.

10 Nov 2026 2:00 am
National Chicken Sandwich Day 2026: How to get free Popeyes, KFC, Jollibee sandwiches, $2 McDonalds McCrispy and more deals today

National Chicken Sandwich Day 2026: Fast-food chains are celebrating National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day on November 9 with free sandwiches, discounted meals and buy-one-get-one offers. Popeyes, McDonalds, KFC, Burger King, Jollibee and Wingstop are among the participating brands.

10 Nov 2026 1:21 am
Boeing layoffs: Which department will be affected and why will it cut 5% of its workforce? Here's what we know

Boeing will eliminate the posts through a mix of layoffs and attrition. The reason is because of a slower ramp-up to 'provide our factories and supply chain partners additional time to achieve stability,' said a message to employees from Stephanie Pope. The development comes just two weeks after Boeing said it was delaying plans to increase production of its 737 Max narrowbody jet into 2027.

10 Nov 2026 1:11 am
UFO, Aliens are real? Donald Trump reveals 'real deal' Air Force pilots told US President about 'strange' flying object faster than F-22 fighter jet

Donald Trump directed his administration to provide more transparency on questions of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and alien life.

10 Nov 2026 1:09 am
Warren Buffett is worth $163 billion but still lives in his $31,500 Omaha home: Why the billionaire never moved in 68 years

Warren Buffett, with a net worth of about $163 billion, has remained in his Omaha home since 1958. He purchased the house for $31,500, and its value has grown substantially over the years. Buffett maintains a simple lifestyle, often having breakfast at McDonald's and driving an older car. His final shareholder letter emphasized kindness over wealth.

10 Nov 2026 1:00 am
Citi downgrades US stocks to 'neutral' as AI sell-off, regulatory risks mount

Citigroup strategists downgraded US stocks to neutral from overweight, saying they wanted to see cleaner investor positioning and more stable sentiment towards artificial intelligence stocks following a sharp sell-off driven by concerns about surging AI spending and tighter regulation, Reuters reported.We worry that positioning on key indices, such as the Nasdaq, could reset lower into net-short territory, strategists led by Beata Manthey said in a note on Monday.For live updates on US Markets,

10 Nov 2026 12:42 am
NASA is hiring astronauts for future Moon missions: Who can apply, what tests must you pass and how to get selected?

NASA is recruiting its next class of astronauts, with selected candidates potentially preparing for future Moon missions and living at a lunar base. The agency is accepting applications from qualified US citizens, including candidates with master's-level nursing degrees. Here's a look at the eligibility criteria, experience requirements, $164,395 starting salary and application deadline.

10 Nov 2026 12:30 am
AAP, BJP engage in blame game over Delhi pollution and Punjab stubble burning

Delhi minister Kapil Mishra has raised concerns over a sudden rise in stubble-burning incidents in Punjab during Diwali. AAP officials responded by asserting that smoke from Punjab cannot reach Delhi quickly. Mishra also claimed that farmers alleged fields were being set on fire amid their celebrations. Punjab faced its highest number of farm fires during this season, with 1,152 incidents recorded on Diwali.

10 Nov 2026 12:21 am
Why Bruce Willis doesn't know he has dementia? Here's what frontotemporal disease does to the brain

Bruce Willis had retired from acting in 2022 after being diagnosed with aphasia. It is the inability to formulate language due to damage to areas of the brain. It was announced the following year that the Hollywood star had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. It is one of the most common forms of dementia in people under 60.

10 Nov 2026 12:17 am
Scorpio New Moon opens a smoother week for 5 zodiac signs: Heres what could change by November 15

The Scorpio New Moon opens a week that could bring some welcome breathing room for five zodiac signs. With Mercury and Venus turning direct, the forecast favors picking up stalled conversations and unfinished plans.

10 Nov 2026 12:10 am
When will DC Studios leadership change come into effect, and will James Gunn and Peter Safran still work with DC Studios?

DC Studios will see a change in leadership as James Gunn and Peter Safran will resign from their role as co-CEOs on December 1, 2026. Former Marvel Studios executive Jeremy Latcham will be stepping in as President and Chief Creative Officer. Gunn and Safran will continue their creative and producing roles and Latcham will manage the film, TV and animation projects at DC.

10 Nov 2026 12:08 am
Session Unprorogued for Record 88 Days: Congress

Congress has noted the current monsoon session of Parliament has lasted a record 88 days. They accused Union home minister Amit Shah of trying to manipulate support for the delimitation bill. Congess spokesperson Jairam Ramesh expressed confidence in a united Opposition against the bill if Shah uses aggressive tactics. Additionally, Pawan Khera clarified a controversial remark made by Mallikarjun Kharge regarding festivals.

10 Nov 2026 12:02 am
Ladakh's Kargil region may witness 'complete shutdown' today

Civil society organizations in Kargil have called for a complete shutdown on November 10. They demand the postponement of elections for the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council. Concerns arise that elections may take place during the winter migration period. Political parties and various groups have shown their support for this shutdown. A candlelight march will further emphasize their demand for democratic representation in the region.

10 Nov 2026 12:00 am
$57.2 billion Treasury cash drain hits Wall Street this week: Why semiconductor stocks and SMH ETF investors face more volatility, with a bigger liquidity test coming in 2027

Upcoming Treasury bill settlements on November 10 and 12 are expected to withdraw $57.2 billion from markets. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF has already experienced a notable decline since October, losing nearly 25 percent of its value. Historical trading data indicates that semiconductor stocks perform better when Treasury bill issuance is lower. A potential easing of liquidity pressure may occur in December due to reduced auction sizes.

9 Nov 2026 11:54 pm
Between the chip and the slip: Honeytrap suspicions further sours ties between US and China

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang is being investigated for having an alleged affair with a potential Chinese intelligence agent. This individual reportedly sought to gather information about Nvidia's advanced technology. Nvidia's board has launched an independent probe to examine the allegations against Huang. US lawmakers are demanding a briefing on the matter amid heightened concerns over national security.

9 Nov 2026 11:51 pm
Russia-Ukraine peace talks: In Abu Dhabi, US to look for security guarantees for both

The talks follow last month's localized truce around the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky in southern Ukraine that was brokered with the help of US first lady Melania Trump and allowed the evacuation of some of its residents and the delivery of desperately needed humanitarian supplies.

9 Nov 2026 11:46 pm
Diabetes, weight-loss drugs Novo Nordisk's Ozempic, Wegovy, Eli Lilly's Mounjaro, Zepbound pose potential threat to eye, sudden vision loss, warns US FDA

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro and Zepbound and Novo Nordisk's Ozempic and Wegovy were under scanner of United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA).

9 Nov 2026 11:43 pm
RBI extends supersession of Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank Board for one more year

The Reserve Bank of India has extended the supersession of the Board of Directors of Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank. This extension will be effective until November 24, 2025, continuing a period of oversight. The RBI aims to address governance standards that raised material concerns regarding the bank's operations. Satya Prakash Pathak remains the Administrator, overseeing the bank's management during this time.

9 Nov 2026 11:26 pm
Who was CJ Beach? Rising country-rock singer dies at 22, had performed at a Florida venue just hours before fatal car crash; here's what happened

CJ Beach was a singer, songwriter and guitarist, and was based in Tallahassee, Florida. He was the frontman of CJ & the Deadman. This band performed across the Florida Big Bend region. The young singer had a powerful voice and natural ease on stage. This made him one of the most promising young artists in the region.

9 Nov 2026 11:24 pm
On and off since 2007, married in 2017: The long relationship behind wife Laura Gallacher who stood by Russell Brand

Russell Brand and Laura Gallacher's journey began in 2007 and saw a romantic revival in 2015, leading to their marriage in 2017 and the birth of their three children. However, the recent conviction of Brand for several sexual offences, resulting in a decade-long prison sentence, has put their bond to the test.

9 Nov 2026 11:20 pm
Johnny Depp returns to Hollywood with Ebenezer, Penelope Cruz reunion in Day Drinker and Pirates of the Caribbean comeback talks - why hes grabbing headlines

Johnny Depp is returning to a major studio film as Ebenezer Scrooge in Paramounts upcoming Christmas adaptation of A Christmas Carol. He is also set to reunite with Penelope Cruz in Day Drinker, while renewed discussions about a possible Pirates of the Caribbean return have brought fresh attention to his Hollywood comeback.

9 Nov 2026 11:20 pm
Home Minister Amit Shah sets December 2028 drug-free Gujarat target, a year ahead of national deadline

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday set December 31, 2028, as the deadline to make Gujarat drug-free, a year ahead of Indias December 31, 2029, target. Addressing a gathering in Ahmedabad, he urged citizens to report drug abuse and drug sales to authorities, stressing that government efforts alone cannot eliminate narcotics.

9 Nov 2026 11:08 pm
Political row erupts in West Bengal after fourth police encounter since July; CM Suvendu Adhikari cites self-defence

A political row has erupted in West Bengal after the prime accused in the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Raiganj was killed in a police encounter. Police said Dilip Roy opened fire on the team sent to arrest him, prompting retaliatory firing.

9 Nov 2026 11:01 pm
'Those frustrated at progress deserve to be called dimagi Naxals': Dharmendra Pradhan

BJP leader Dharmendra Pradhan has urged citizens to reject individuals undermining national progress, calling them 'dimagi naxals'. He met with JDU president Nitish Kumar and national working president Sanjay Jha during his visit to Bihar. Pradhan highlighted Prime Minister Modi's concerns regarding the threats to stability and progress facing the nation. Additionally, he extended Chhath greetings to the people of Bihar, emphasizing development matters.

9 Nov 2026 11:00 pm
Mars and Jupiter converge this weekend, but fireballs after dark could steal the show first

Mars and Jupiter converge in the eastern sky before sunrise on November 15 and appear especially close the following morning.Both events are visible without a telescope, but they call for different viewing times.

9 Nov 2026 10:55 pm
US stock market stages massive rally today, adds $1.5 trillion: 5 reasons why Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq surge as AMD and Tesla jump while Nvidia sinks

US stock market rally today: Wall Street added $1.5 trillion in market value on Monday as technology and semiconductor stocks recovered from last week's sell-off. The Dow Jones jumped more than 1,000 points, the S&P 500 gained 2.17%, and the Nasdaq rose 2.51%. AMD and Tesla led major stock gains, but Nvidia fell nearly 5%

9 Nov 2026 10:51 pm
Akhilesh Yadav reiterates demand to link voter ID with Aadhaar card

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has demanded linking voter ID cards with Aadhaar and replacing paper or plastic cards with metal ones to prevent duplication and forgery. He also called for fingerprint or iris-based biometric identification, alleging it would prevent vote rigging.

9 Nov 2026 10:46 pm
Sheikh Hasina seeks fresh passport, national ID for Bangladesh return amid extradition demands

Sheikh Hasina has requested a new passport and national identity card to facilitate her return to Dhaka. Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs has called for her extradition instead of issuing new travel documents. Officials are currently reviewing the legitimacy of Hasina's application for these documents. The matter could impact the diplomatic relations between Bangladesh and India significantly.

9 Nov 2026 10:43 pm
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi likely to visit Imphal on November 26

Rahul Gandhi is expected to visit Imphal on November 26 to meet internally displaced persons and assess the situation. He aims to understand the ongoing violence and insecurity that have affected the state. Recent ethnic clashes have resulted in significant casualties and a large number of displaced individuals. This trip follows a prior visit to relief camps in Manipur earlier this year.

9 Nov 2026 10:42 pm
Rs 628.49 cr generated through scrap disposal, over 14 acres of space freed up: Railways

Indian Railways generated Rs 628.49 crore through scrap disposal while also freeing up over 14 acres of space. The Special Campaign 6 concluded with a focus on cleanliness, e-waste management, and effective disposal of pending matters. Over 1 lakh cleanliness drives were conducted across various railway establishments during this campaign. Additionally, more than 1.50 lakh units of e-waste were responsibly disposed of, generating Rs 10.43 crore in revenue.

9 Nov 2026 10:37 pm
Nvidia pays for CEO Jensen Huangs home security, travel, drivers and car expenses: How much does it cost to protect him and his family?

Nvidia reported nearly $4 million in security-related costs for CEO Jensen Huang in fiscal 2026. The disclosure covers residential protection, personal-travel security, consultation fees and driver services, but does not reveal how many guards protect his home. The filing comes as Nvidia investigates reports of an alleged foreign intelligence effort targeting its CEO.

9 Nov 2026 10:32 pm