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Stanford University's 105-year-old woman student returns after 83 years to become graduate. Why did she leave campus?
Virginia Hislop of Stanford University came back after 83 years to be awarded with master's degree at the age of 105.
Rishi Sunak's campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch
Predecessors such as Tony Blair and Boris Johnson were more politically astute and able to connect with voters. As for Sunak, he didn't have to call the election until Jan. 2025. He defied political advice by doing so in May - with Conservative support dwindling steadily amid an economic slump, ethics scandals and a revolving door of leaders over the last two years - and announced the July 4 date in the pouring rain.
Bill Gates' daughter Phoebe confirms relationship with Paul McCartney's grandson, shares images. Know in detail
Phoebe is the daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates. She has recently confirmed her relationship with Arthur Donald, grandson of The Beatles' superstar Paul McCartney.
'Research' now key to get into top global schools
Top international universities accepted only 4% of undergraduate applicants in recent admission cycle. Research is now a vital factor for admission abroad, along with grades and extra-curricular activities.
Small Indian-American community making grand contributions in the US: Report
The report "Indiaspora Impact Report: Small Community, Big Contributions," conducted by Boston Consulting Group, is the first volume in a series to look at the impact of the Indian diaspora, with a special focus on public service, business, culture and innovation in the United States.
LinkedIn profile with degrees from top universities like Oxford, Harvard, Stanford goes viral: Netizens call it 'cheat code for life'
Jamie Beaton, CEO of Crimson Education, has gone viral on social media for his extraordinary LinkedIn profile, which lists degrees from prestigious universities such as Oxford, Harvard, and Stanford. Shared by startup co-founder Nikhil Basu Trivedi, the post has garnered over 170,000 views and sparked numerous reactions, with many users humorously comparing Beaton's academic achievements to a "cheat code for life."
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UK is my home: Rishi Sunak dismisses post-election relocation jibe
The British Indian leader told voters on the campaign trail in Amersham, south-east England, that he was surprised at Lord Zac Goldsmith's comments posted on social media this week as he had not spoken to the former Foreign Office minister for a long time. The 44-year-old father of two school-going daughters, Krishna and Anoushka, said he had no intention of pulling them out of their schools in the UK and relocating.
Google cuts mystery check to US in bid to sidestep jury trial
Google disclosed the payment, but not the amount, in a court filing last week that said the case should be heard and decided by a judge directly. Without a monetary damages claim, Google argued, the government has no right to a jury trial.
Out of school, into startups: Young founders are on the rise, ready to even pause studies to chase their entrepreneurial dreams
In 2023, Ayush Pathak and Aryan Sharma founded Induced, assisting businesses in automating workflows with AI. Apoorv Singh launched Connect AI with Asta. Himanshu Rajpurohit's startup, Strangify, provides corporate mental health solutions. Dyumna Madan's ProjectClay helps students find career paths.
Not just a one-horse town: Empower Opposition to become active political participants
India aims to be a $5 tn economy. So, there's much talk about accelerating growth and enhancing economic competitiveness. But are we through talking about political competition?
Legally Blonde prequel series 'Elle' set to debut: When and where to watch
Legally Blonde prequel series titled Elle premiere date has been set. This eagerly anticipated project will explore the formative years of everyone's favorite legal fashionista, Elle Woods.
What's gone horribly wrong with the US college admission system
Applicants have more anxiety than ever. Elite schools have more power than ever. Something had to give.
Stanford University appoints Jonathan Levin as its next president
Jonathan Levin, an economist and Stanford alum, has been appointed as the next president of Stanford University, effective August 1, 2024. Levin attended Stanford as an undergraduate, completing a BA in English and a BS in mathematics in 1994. He then completed an MPhil in economics from Oxford University and a PhD in economics from MIT.
Keeping AI's future open: A key to ethical and inclusive AI innovation and governance
The rapid evolution of AI presents a unique opportunity to merge cultures, ideas, and knowledge into a unified canvas of innovation. With AI predicted to inject $15.7 tn into the global economy, its role extends beyond economic growth to societal transformation. Policymakers worldwide are focusing on a broader, more inclusive approach to governance that transcends conventional regulatory strategies.
Makeover of business administration: Indian B-schools adapt for tomorrow's challenges
While the charm of MBA is fading globally, Indians are still in a mad rush for it. The leading B-schools in the country are reimagining the course to fit the future of business.
Big business is facing a big idea drought
The last flurry of new thinking arguably came in the early 2000s with the invention of Agile in the tech world and the discovery of new markets in the emerging world.
India-US relationship now can be as ambitious as we choose to be: Deputy Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan
At the Stanford India Dialogue, Indian Deputy Ambassador to the US, Sripriya Ranganathan, emphasized the remarkable progress in the India-US relationship over the past 20 years and encouraged Indian and Indian-origin students to maintain connections with India. She highlighted the potential for ambitious goals and collaboration in various sectors, including space and emerging technologies.
BITS Pilani launches design school
The school will introduce a four-year, residential Bachelor of Design (Honours) programme in the academic year 2024-25, followed by a master’s degree programme and a faculty development programme for design educators over the next two years.
How a strong GRE score can boost your business school application
The shorter GRE remains section level adaptive, granting students flexibility to answer questions in sequences that suit them and modify their responses as needed, within each timed section. More than 1300 business schools in 72 countries accept GRE scores for their master’s, MBA and doctoral programs.
4 days after Andre Braugher's death, publicist reveals ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ star was battling lung cancer
In an interview with the New York Times in 2014, Braugher revealed that he had quit smoking and drinking alcohol years ago.
Who was Jean Tatlock? Unveiling the life of Florence Pugh's character in Oppenheimer
Jean Tatlock's past involvement with communist politics led to FBI surveillance due to her relationship with Oppenheimer. She introduced him to prominent members of the Communist Party, and their association raised concerns during Oppenheimer's later security hearings.
Humour as a senior leadership skill
Humour can be an essential skill for senior leaders, as it helps build a more relatable persona and fosters open communication within teams. A recent study on "Humour at scale” at McKinsey & Company found that humour can be part of a company's global culture. However, leaders should be cautious not to use derogatory or non-inclusive humour, and it should be contextual, relevant and real to connect with audiences. Humour can make leaders more approachable and foster engagement but should be used wisely.
LS disqualification has given a huge opportunity: Rahul Gandhi
Dwelling on the backdrop of his Bharat Jodo Yatra, Gandhi said, ""I think the drama started really, about six months ago. We were struggling. The entire opposition is struggling in India. Huge financial dominance. Institutional capture. We're struggling to fight the democratic fight in our country," he said.
Isha Ambani opts for a cozy look as she steps out for a causal date night with hubby Anand Piramal
Ambani & Piramal were all smiles as they posed for the paps.
Inflation will remain the Fed’s greatest priority — with the banking crisis tightening credit, it may not need to raise rates much: Darrell Duffle
"The European Central Bank (ECB) recently raised interest rates by twice the normal amount and Christine Lagarde was praised by Larry Summers for not succumbing to ‘financial dominance’ — this means the fight to cure inflation should not take second chair to the need to protect investors and markets. Christine Lagarde was right to push ahead and I think the Fed will see inflation as its greatest priority," Duffle said.
Bill Gates’ daughter Jennifer announces birth of first child, shares photo
Jennifer Katharine Gates, Bill, and Melinda's oldest child was born on April 26, 1996. She pursued her undergraduate degree in human biology at Stanford University and is currently an MD candidate at the Icahn School of Medicine in New York City.
From Anand Piramal to Radhika Merchant, here are the educational qualifications of the Ambani family
Business tycoon Mukesh Ambani’s family often hits the headlines, whether it's about the engagement of Anant Ambani or business ventures from the family. However, people may not be aware of the educational qualifications of the different members of the Ambani family.
Green hydrogen is no longer a pipe dream — it will be a significant element in deep decarbonisation worldwide: Stefan J. Reichelstein
ossil fuel-based electricity is available when you need it — it is dispatchable. You can crank up your natural gas or coal-fired power plant, let this run and get power throughout the hours and seasons, says Stefan J. Reichelstein.
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