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Google cofounder Larry Page’s wife’s company has donated over $120m in ocean projects

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 11:49
Lucinda Southworth, married to Google co-founder Larry Page, is a passionate advocate for ocean conservation through her organization, Oceankind. Since 2018, Oceankind has generously contributed over $120 million to improve marine ecosystems and support community health. With a focus on addressing pressing challenges like climate change and pollution, the organization champions innovative solutions and effective policies to protect our oceans worldwide.
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RBI has record forex reserves, but why is rupee still not out of the woods?

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 11:22
The currency is now hovering back to its two-month lows. While the RBI is intervening to prevent major volatility, the fact is the rupee is still facing immense pressure, and experts believe the currency is unlikely to appreciate much any time soon.
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'Subah Jalandhar, shaam nu Dilli': Abhishek Sharma's pep talk before 30-ball century

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:59
Abhishek tore into the Afghanistan bowling attack, scoring 108 off just 34 balls with 11 sixes. His innings took India to 221 for 7 after Afghanistan chose to field first.
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Jantar Mantar attacker Swatantra Bhardwaj released from Tihar on 3-week interim bail

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:45
Swatantra Bhardwaj, the social media influencer, was released from Tihar Jail after a Delhi court granted him three weeks' interim bail related to an alleged assault charge. The court enforced strict rules, particularly preventing him from sharing details of the case online. Bhardwaj's detention earlier this month followed an incendiary interview. The next court date is set for October 6, where the situation will be reassessed.
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Nandigram bypoll: TMC candidate withdraws after Suvendu meet, Mamata backs Cong

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:43
Nandigram bypoll: TMC candidate withdraws nomination, Mamata to support Congress
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Why too much kindness can feel uncomfortable, according to psychology

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:42
Receiving kindness can be an uncomfortable experience for many, invoking feelings of awkwardness. This unease can originate from various psychological factors and past experiences. Some view kindness as an obligation or believe they must earn affection. Likewise, receiving compliments can conflict with one's self-perception. Cultivating the ability to accept little gestures of care can significantly reduce this discomfort.
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NSE’s mega IPO crosses full subscription mark with strong institutional demand

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:18
The National Stock Exchange of India's IPO saw full subscription on its second day. Strong demand from institutional investors drove the significant subscription levels. Qualified Institutional Buyers and non-institutional investors showed robust interest in the offering. The IPO is an entirely an offer for sale, with proceeds going to selling shareholders. NSE shares are expected to debut on the market on September twenty-fourth.
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14 years after Austin Tice vanished, new betrayal may reveal what happened

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:14
Austin Tice, a journalist, disappeared in Syria in 2012 while covering the civil war. New BBC findings suggest his driver betrayed him to the Syrian regime for rewards. Confidential intelligence files indicate the Syrian government detained Tice after his alleged abduction. His mother maintains he is alive and being treated well by his captors. The US government continues its active investigation and offers a reward for his return.
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Charlie Puth’s $4.17m Montecito home sells for $18.5m nine years later

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 10:06
In a noteworthy real estate move, Charlie Puth has divested his Montecito estate for a stunning eighteen point five million dollars, significantly higher than his 2017 acquisition cost of four point one seven million dollars. This charming residence holds cherished memories, including his marriage to Brooke Sansone two years ago. This transaction showcases Puth's impressive financial progression, complementing his recent California property sales.
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Meet Dina McCormick, whom Zuckerberg asked to trade her Meta board seat for a job

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 09:57
Born in Cairo, Egypt and raised in Texas, Dina Powell McCormick gave up her Meta board seat last December after Mark Zuckerberg asked her to take an operating job instead. Nine months on, the Goldman Sachs veteran and former deputy national security adviser is president, vice chairman and co-leader of Meta Compute, handling the company's hardest legal, political and financial problems as its 2026 AI capex guidance climbs to as much as $145 billion.
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Watch: Chinese coast guard vessel rams civilian Philippine boat in South China Sea

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 09:57
In a troubling turn of events, a Chinese Coast Guard ship collided with a boat from the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources while it was refueling local fishermen. Although the Philippine vessel sustained structural damage, no injuries were reported. China claims that the Philippine boat ignored warnings and changed its course, further escalating tensions in the already contentious South China Sea.
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Gurgaon hit-and-run: Accused Kalyan Bainsla sent to 14-day judicial custody

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 09:13
Kalyan Singh Bainsla and cousin Lavnish face judicial custody following a hit-and-run incident involving Shivani Chauhan's motorcycle on Golf Course Road. The victim claims that the mahapanchayat's support seeks to distort the truth surrounding the event. She underscored that this case is not merely a matter of gender or communal affiliation, emphasizing the dire need for decisive actions to avert further road accidents and ensure citizen safety.
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Air India Express ordered to pay Rs 27K after bicycle put on baggage belt

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 09:10
A consumer commission ordered Air India Express to refund a fee. The airline mishandled a passenger's bicycle despite special handling payment. The commission found deficiency in service after the bicycle appeared on the regular belt. Air India Express must now pay compensation and litigation costs to the passenger. The total amount ordered to be paid is Rs 27,000.
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iPhone buying guide: iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone Duo vs iPhone 17, which one to buy

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 09:07
Apple's iPhone lineup in India now runs from Rs 79,900 to Rs 2,99,900, and the newest model is no longer the obvious buy. The 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max arrive with variable aperture and the A20 Pro, the foldable iPhone Duo lands in October, and there is no new standard model this year. Here is what each iPhone gives you, who it suits, and which ones to walk past.
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Anu chases podium: After 'paper bronze' in 2018, Japan offers redemption

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 08:59
At 33, Anu Raghavan has survived Rio heartbreak, financial uncertainty and personal loss. Now, armed with data, belief and one final shot, India's 400m hurdler returns to the Asian Games chasing the moment she was denied eight years ago.
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