Best centre tables for living room: Add functionality with a touch of elegance to your space
Find the perfect centre table for your living room with our top 10 picks of 2024. Compare prices, features, and more to make the right choice. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFight to Save a New York Birth center Tests State Law
As maternity wards close across the U.S., some states are weighing the impact on underserved people before approving health-facility changes. Key Points
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The center for Humane Technology stoked conversation about the dangers of social media. Now it’s warning that artificial intelligence is as dangerous as nuclear weapons. Key Points
WIREDBoeing opens its first India-focused distribution center in Uttar Pradesh
New Delhi [India], January 15 (ANI): Global aerospace major Boeing has opened its first distribution center in India — in Khurja, Uttar Pradesh. The 36,000-square-foot parts warehouse will support regional aviation customers in maximising fleet utilisation. The aerospace company, in a release issued on Monday, asserted that the new site is part of its continued […] Key Points
ThePrintJustin Timberlake adds new Chicago dates to 2024 Forget Tomorrow World Tour
Earlier last month, Justin Timberlake announced he would embark on 'The Forget Tomorrow World Tour' beginning this spring. He first revealed his tour plans on 'The Tonight Show' with Jimmy Fallon. Now, he has added new shows to the tour. Key Points
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Animals from Katraj Rescue are likely to shift in the TTC centre
Forest Department plans to shift wild animals from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park's rescue center to newly inaugurated Transit Treatment Centre in Bavdhan. Investigation reports highlighted mistreatment and lack of information about animals at the rescue center. Decision on NGO to run the new facility expected in August. Key Points
Hindustan TimesOne dead, five others injured in Pennsylvania community center shooting
At approximately 12:35 a.m., authorities received reports of a shooting at the Chevy Chase Community center in White Township, as confirmed by the Pennsylvania State Police. In White Township, located about 57 miles northeast of Pittsburgh in Indiana County, six individuals were shot during the incident. Tragically, one victim was declared deceased at the scene. Key Points
Economic TimesKerala dog breeder sold ganja, trained dogs to attack people in 'khakis'
A dog breeder in Kerala, who sold marijuana under the guise of running a pet centre, had trained dogs to attack people wearing khaki-coloured clothes. Police recovered 17 kgs of ganja from the dog-training center. Key Points
India TodayMagnitude 6.9 earthquake shakes southern Philippines
The quake struck off the shore of the Mindanao region, at a depth of 10 kilometres (6.2 miles), GFZ added. The Pacific Tsunami Warning center said no tsunami was expected. Key Points
Business Today5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Pakistan near Afghanistan border
The National center for Seismology (NCS) reported a 5.2 magnitude earthquake in Pakistan. | World News Key Points
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Chaos in hospital after 18 killed in shooting in Maine, least violent state in US
The staff of Central Maine Medical center saw their hospital upended by a mass shooting in Lewiston that left 18 people dead. The hunt for the gunman is still on. Key Points
India TodayKarnataka: Barack Obama, Dalai Lama to visit Mandya in December
Former US president Barack Obama and Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama will lay the foundation stone of the International Yoga and Meditation center that is being built by US surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthys family in their hometown Hallegere. Key Points
Economic TimesTexas car crash accused charged with manslaughter, death toll rises to 8
The driver, George Alvarez, lost control of his vehicle and struck 18 people as the car flipped on its side. Alvarez attempted to flee but was held down by several bystanders. Meanwhile, the police have not ruled out the possibility that the crash was intentional. Key Points
India TodayEarthquake of 4.1 magnitude hits Jammu and Kashmir
An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Jammu and Kashmir early Sunday morning, National center for Seismology said. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS Weather: Freeze Warning issued, cold waves may hit 25 million people in 11 states
NOAA's Weather Prediction center has issued a Freeze Warning for Little Rock in Arkansas, Memphis in Tennessee, Tupelo, Starkville, Jackson and Hattiesburg in Mississippi. Besides people of Huntsville, Birmingham and Montgomery in Alabama, Atlanta and Griffin in Georgia, Anderson in South Carolina and Charlotte in North Carolina have also been warned of freezing temperatures. Key Points
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Adani Enterprises aims big on data centers with $1.5 billion capex planned
Adani Enterprises is planning to build nine data centers and targeting a total capacity of 1 gigawatt by 2030. This will provide infrastructure for the booming digital services demand in the nation of 1.4 billion people thats already luring the biggest global firms such as Amazon.com Inc and Google. Key Points
Economic TimesLeading abortion rights legal group hires Covington's Brinkmann
Veteran appellate lawyer Beth Brinkmann of Covington & Burling has left the law firm to serve as senior litigation director at the center for Reproductive Rights, a U.S. nonprofit that has been closely involved in major court clashes over abortion rights and related health services. Key Points
ReutersI met my true love in the dog park. He invited me on a date to pick up 600 pounds of frozen rats and a baby owl.
The author shares how the date made no sense to her, but she went with it. They're now engaged, and she says yes to all his weird invitations. Key Points
InsiderTremors felt in Delhi-NCR, J&K as earthquake of 5.8 magnitude strikes Afghanistan
According to National center for Seismology, its epicentre of the earthquake was found at Latitude 36.38, and Longitude 70.77. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 181 km. Key Points
FirstpostInflux of inquiries from European companies on renewed interest in India: World Trade Center
The World Trade center (Pune) is receiving 10-15 inquiries every week from European companies who are keen to manufacture or distribute from India. “There is an influx of inquiries from Europe for India for manufacturing and distribution. Before the pandemic, the interest was more in China,” said Niraj Khinvasara, Chief Innovative officer, World Trade center (Pune). Key Points
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Samsung launches Digital Service Center: What is means for Samsung users
Samsung has launched its Digital Service Center, a platform that provides personalized customer service for its products. Users can access the center through the support menu on Samsung's website or by visiting www.samsungdigitalservicecenter.com. Key Points
mintCBSE exams 2024: Board issues advisory for class 10, 12 students amid farmer protests; check details here
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) issued an advisory to class 10 and 12 students regarding potential delays in reaching examination centers due to ongoing farmer protests in Delhi. CBSE advised students to leave their homes early to ensure timely arrival and suggested using metro services, which are running smoothly. Students were urged to reach the examination center by 10:00 am (IST) due to traffic, weather conditions, etc., as entry would be restricted after this time. Key Points
Economic Times'Ridiculous' US lawsuit by Musk's X Corp should be dismissed -hate speech watchdog
A nonprofit that monitors online hate speech urged a U.S. federal judge to throw out what it called a "ridiculous" lawsuit by Elon Musk's X Corp to stifle free expression. Key Points
ReutersStrong thunderstorms may hit Houston, Chicago, 50 million people may suffer due to severe weather conditio
The Storm Prediction center of the NOAA has apprehended that nearly 50 million people from Houston and New Orleans on the Gulf Coast to St. Louis and Chicago in the Midwest may suffer. Flash flooding may hit the areas from New Orleans through Mobile and Montgomery in Alabama, and Atlanta and Valdosta in Georgia. Florida Panhandle may receive heavy rainfall. Key Points
Economic TimesAdani's data center JV seeking second dollar loan in six months
Data center provider AdaniConneX Private Ltd. will use the money to fund its growth plans this year, with a five year tenor under discussion, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified because the matter is private. Key Points
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Technology 'enduring component' of India-US ties — America's acting envoy for critical & emerging tech
Speaking at Global Technology Summit organised by MEA & Carnegie India., Seth center says India-US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies central to ties between both countries. Key Points
ThePrintEarthquake today: 3.4 scale quake hits Ladakh, 5.8 quake hits Bangladesh
Earthquake today: Ladakh in India (3.4 intensity) and Bangladesh (5.8 intensity) both were hit by earthquakes today on December 2 Key Points
mintAAP leader's husband opens fire at her gym centre in Madhya Pradesh, 2 injured
The incident happened in Gwalior's City center area where AAP's Madhya Pradesh Vice President, Ruchi Gupta's fitness and beauty centre is located. As per information, her husband reached the venue during the Diwali puja ceremony and opened fire. Key Points
India TodayWorld Powers Say They Want to Contain AI. They’re Also Racing to Advance It
The US, China, and others signed a declaration coordinated by the UK warning AI could be “catastrophic.” Yet none seem to be suggesting development of the technology should slow down. Key Points
WIREDHow Maine mass shooting victims were treated? Inside coverage of hospital situation
Lewiston is the second largest city in Maine. FBI ranked the state as the least violent in the nation. The number of those killed on October 25 was slightly below the average number of homicides in Maine for an entire year. Key Points
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Hurricane tracker: What is Fujiwhara Effect? Will tropical storms Rina and Philippe really dance together?
Storms Rina and Philippe will dance together over the Atlantic Ocean. Really? Know in detail what is this and what it means. Key Points
Economic TimesJimmy Carter at peanut fest ahead of 99th birthday
Plains: Former US President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn on Saturday made a surprise appearance at the Plains Peanut Festival in their Georgia hometown, the Carter center wrote on X. The former president and his wife are seen in a reposted video riding through the festivities in a Black SUV. C Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRockwell Automation misses quarterly forecasts on shipping delays
Rockwell Automation (ROK.N) on Tuesday reported third-quarter sales and profit below expectations after shipping delays impacted its ability to get goods to customers. Key Points
ReutersApplied Digital confident on annual revenue as AI drives up data center demand
Applied Digital (APLD.O) forecast annual revenue above market estimates on Monday, as the rise of artificial intelligence drives up demand for its data center services, sending the company's shares 18% higher in early trading. Key Points
ReutersAI4Bharat: Putting India on the global map of cutting-edge AI innovation
Launched a year ago, the Nilekani center at AI4Bhārat has set up a team of close to 200 translators across the country covering 22 Indian languages. Tech billionaire philanthropist Nandan Nilekani is the primary sponsor of the Nilekani center at AI4Bharat with a focus on developing open-source language tech as a public good. Key Points
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Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolts Japan
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocked Japan's Tokyo at around 3:33 pm on Friday, according to the National center for Seismology. Key Points
India TodayDisfigured body, 80% burns: Dangerous TikTok challenge leaves US teen 'unrecognisable'
A TikTok challenge that went horribly wrong left a 16-year-old US boy severely disfigured. The boy suffered 80 per cent burn injuries and his mother said her son is now 'unrecognisable'. Key Points
India TodayTwo earthquakes hit Nepal within 2 hours, no casualties reported
Two earthquakes measuring 4.8 and 5.9 on the Richter scale hit Nepal’s Bajura in the wee hours of Thursday. Key Points
India TodayEx-New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to join Harvard
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will be temporarily joining Harvard University later this year. Ardern has been appointed to dual fellowships at the Harvard Kennedy School. Key Points
India TodayHow microchips migrate from China to Russia
Like birds, microprocessors often take a circuitous route to arrive at their destination. Controlling where they fly to is proving difficult. Key Points
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