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America's pioneering sex educator Dr. Ruth Westheimer passes away at 96
Ruth Westheimer, widely known as Dr. Ruth, passed away at 96 in New York City. A grandmotherly psychologist, she became America's best-known sex counselor with her frank and humorous radio and TV programs starting in the 1980s. Her groundbreaking show "Sexually Speaking" evolved into a media empire, making her a national celebrity. Westheimer's candid discussions on sex and relationships influenced social mores and promoted sexual literacy.
Joe Biden can continue in office even if he has Parkinson’s; according to this Doctor
A neurologist has said that US President Joe Biden can continue in office even if he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The doctor was responding to an op-ed in the New York Times which called on the President to resign due to his cognitive decline.
Amid strained relationship with Prince Harry, King Charles buys luxury condo in New York. Details here
King Charles III purchased a luxury condo in New York City. He praised Prince William in a recent speech but has a strained relationship with Prince Harry due to health concerns and personal tensions.
Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana's New York shoe store visit goes viral: Fan asks if King Khan was rude
Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan were seen in a New Balance store in New York in a viral Instagram video. They're in New York for 'King' pre-production. It is Suhana's first theatrical release after 'The Archies'. Shah Rukh's recent hits include 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan'.
How Bengaluru drivers are outsmarting traffic police using Google Maps
In Bengaluru, residents are using Google Maps to avoid traffic fines by pinpointing locations where police are likely to monitor violations. This grassroots strategy, sparked by social media posts sharing police presence alerts on the app, has gained popularity. Drivers search for keywords like "Police irt" to plan routes that bypass these areas, enhancing their chances of navigating the city without penalties. Despite its widespread use, authorities and Google have yet to officially respond, highlighting residents' resourcefulness in using technology to navigate urban challenges.
Del Monte Foods announces Abhinav Kapoor as new CEO
Abhinav Kapoor was previously vice president, sales at VIP Industries, where he was overseeing P&L, multiple channels and sales, the company said in a statement, adding that Kapoor has over two decades of experience in sales and distribution within consumer businesses. He has previously held leadership positions at Cavinkare, Britannia Industries, Mondelez and Marico, the statement said.
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US Independence Day 2024: Will stock markets stay open on Fourth of July?
Fourth of July celebrations are just on the brink, and people in the US are in a rather jovial mood due to all the festive plans and events around this occasion of US Independence Day 2024. However, this day being a federal holiday, will see some major operations staying closed.
Judge delays Donald Trump's hush money sentencing to September 18
Trump faces an uphill battle getting the hush money conviction overturned, since much of the conduct at issue in the case predated his time in office. Trump's lawyers on Monday asked Justice Juan Merchan to allow them to argue his conviction in New York state court in Manhattan should be overturned due to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on July 1 that presidents are entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts.
New surprises before US Presidential Elections: Donald Trump's lawyers ask NYC judge to overturn hush-money conviction
Donald Trump's lawyers reportedly asked for his hush money criminal case conviction to be overturned citing the Supreme Court's recent ruling giving him immunity from prosecution for official decisions, while sitting on the President's chair. What more surprises lie in wait ahead of the US Presidential Elections, that are just round the corner?
Has Melania struck deal with Donald Trump to be part-time first lady if he gets second term? The Inside Story
Melania Trump plans a part-time First Lady role if Donald Trump wins in 2025, prioritizing her son Barron's college years in New York City over full-time duties in Washington, D.C., due to her changed perspective on the unpaid position.
Why these Chinese working mothers don't want more babies
A woman leading a financial team earning more than her husband, another pursuing a dream to become a civil servant, and a budding influencer aiming to be the family breadwinner are all young mothers in China who have one thing in common: they are raising one child and don't want another, regardless of their husbands' opinions or the government's incentives aimed at addressing an aging population.
New York Judge partially lifts Trump hush money gag order
The revised order now allows Trump to speak publicly about witnesses in the case, but keeps in place restrictions on his comments about individual prosecutors and others involved in the case. Trump's lawyers argued the gag order was stifling his campaign speech, and said it might limit his ability to respond to attacks from Democratic President Joe Biden during their coming debate on June 27.
New York recovers $50 million for defrauded Gemini Earn crypto investors
NY AG Letitia James recovers $50 million from Gemini Trust to repay investors in Gemini Earn program, run by Winklevoss twins. Gemini to provide full recoveries to 230,000+ investors, ban on crypto lending programs in NY.
Nothing can beat experience, says Rohit Sharma as he banks on Kohli ahead of marquee clash against Pakistan
India have had a fair share of experience playing at Nassau County. The Rohit-led side pulled off a dominant win against Bangladesh in the warm-up game. The Men in Blue went on to put a clinical performance in their campaign opener against Ireland. Stalwart batter Kohli missed the warm-up game and scored just a run in five deliveries while opening alongside Rohit. Rohit feels Kohli has enough training to perform and possesses experience which can't be beaten by anything.
Walmart opposes adding panic buttons to stores
Walmart opposes legislation requiring panic buttons in stores, citing potential for false alarms, despite New York State Senate passing a bill that would mandate big retail chains to implement them. Walmart's executive VP of corporate affairs expressed concerns over the practicality of installing panic buttons in all of its 4,700 stores nationwide. The legislation, if signed by Governor Hochul, would also require violence prevention training for retail employees.
Ex-BCCI curator slams 'poor' drop-in pitches in NYC, says they should've been installed 3 months ago
Former BCCI chief curator Daljit Singh criticizes the 'poor quality' of drop-in pitches at the T20 World Cup games in New York, including India's matches, citing safety concerns and lack of preparation.
Accenture inks three-year sponsorship deal with MI New York
Accenture has partnered with MI New York, the Major League Cricket Champions, to enhance performance on and off the field using digital services and consulting expertise. The partnership includes displaying the Accenture logo on MI New York jerseys.
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square sells 10% stake to raise $1.05 billion
Billionaire Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has raised $1.05 billion by selling 10% stake in the hedge fund to a consortium of institutional investors and family offices, it said on Monday.
Virat Kohli receives ICC ODI Player of the Year 2023 award
The official handle of ICC took to Instagram on Saturday morning to post a video of Virat being given his trophy and cap, in acknowledgement of an incredible 2023 he had with the bat.
Donald Trump sentence: Ex-president could face community service like trash pickup, graffiti cleanup, say experts
People are waiting for July 11, when Manhattan Court Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Donald Trump. Will he be sent to jail, get probation or be asked to do community service?
India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match: ISIS-linked outfit threatens attack, New York on high alert
New York will increase security for the T20 Cricket World Cup, especially for the India-Pakistan match in June, due to potential threats. Governor Kathy Hochul announced on X that state, federal, and local law enforcement are collaborating to ensure safety, with no credible threat currently identified. The India-Pakistan game is on June 9 at Eisenhower Park, Nassau County., New York
New rule for EPF death claim: Now physical claims can be processed without seeding Aadhaar
EPF death claim: The EPFO stated that it has received specific references from field offices indicating that they are unable to seed and authenticate Aadhaar in cases of death of EPF members. Note that Aadhaar details cannot be updated or corrected after a member passes away, which presents challenges for the field offices.
Michael Cohen: A challenging star witness in Donald Trump's hush money trial
Michael Cohen, once fiercely loyal to Trump, now stands as a key witness against him in a hush money trial. Despite his criminal past and history of lies, prosecutors present him as corroborative evidence. Cohen's credibility is challenged by his erratic behavior and anti-Trump stance, yet his testimony remains pivotal.
'Kingdom of the Planet of Apes' records third highest opening of year. Know in detail
Wes Ball's 'Kingdom of the Planet of Apes' has dominated the opening week at the box office after grossing $56.5 million across North America. This was exactly what was needed to give theatres here a push during an uncertain season.
Grabbing a water bottle gets a marathon winner disqualified
Esteban Prado won the Orange County Marathon but was disqualified for receiving unauthorized water assistance. Rule enforcement by race officials ensured fairness. Similar incidents at other marathons highlight the importance of following regulations to maintain integrity in competitions.
SBI invested Rs 714 crore in TCG’s Gurugram project
The State Bank of India invests Rs 714 crore in TCG Urban Infrastructure for the World Trade Centre project in Gurugram. With a total cost of Rs 1,211 crore, TCG has infused substantial capital for construction, while SBI's investment supports the project's development. TCG is a New York-based conglomerate with diverse investments globally, including real estate.
Police officer fired gun while clearing protesters from Columbia building, prosecutors say
A police officer fired his gun inside Columbia University's Hamilton Hall while clearing pro-Palestinian protesters barricaded inside. No injuries were reported, and the district attorney's office is reviewing the incident. The protesters had been occupying the hall for over 20 hours. The incident is part of a wave of protests across US college campuses against the Israel-Hamas conflict. In Los Angeles, over 200 people were arrested after police clashed with protesters at UCLA, leading to a chaotic scene.
Large numbers of New York City police officers begin entering Columbia University campus
Protests have spread to campuses from California to Massachusetts as May commencement ceremonies near, putting added pressure on schools to clear protesters. More than 1,000 protesters have been arrested over the last two weeks on campuses in states including Texas, Utah, Virginia, North Carolina, New Mexico, Connecticut, Louisiana, California and New Jersey, some after violent clashes with police in riot gear.
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