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Democrats and the White House are close to a spending deal that could prevent a partial US government shutdown, as talks continue over limits on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement push.The discussions come after two protesters were killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, increasing pressure on both sides to act. Democrats blocked a bill on…
Sean Mannion (Getty Images) Sean Mannion steps into Philadelphia carrying both promise and pressure. The Eagles did not just fill a vacancy on Thursday night. They made a statement about direction, trust, and belief in development over reputation. After a season that drifted away from expectations, the franchise turned to a young coach shaped by…
London: Brent oil futures prices jumped on Thursday, hitting a near six-month high on rising concerns about a possible US military attack on Iran, Opec‘s fourth-largest producer with output of 3.2 million barrels per day.“The immediate concern … is the collateral damage done if Iran takes a swing at its neighbours or possibly even more…
As Union Budget 2026 approaches, education experts are urging greater investment in universities, skills, and scholarships. As India prepares for Union Budget 2026 amid global economic uncertainty, the education sector is emerging as a critical stabiliser—one that policymakers are increasingly looking to strengthen for long-term growth. With international education expenses on the rise, global mobility…
Music’s biggest night is just around the corner and the Recording Academy has unveiled its slate of presenters set to take over the big stage. For the 2026 Grammy Awards, fans tuning in to watch the event live, can expect a mix of musicians, film stars and comedians lining up to present some of the…
We truly seem to be living in a strange world it seems. At a time when couples are getting divorced over petty issues, a woman in Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh, India had recently filed for a divorce from her husband within only 18 months of her marriage. The reason? The wife told the Sharia…
LUCKNOW: Seven years after a delayed train cost a young girl an important exam, she has been awarded Rs 9.1 lakh in compensation.The district consumer disputes redressal commission in Basti held the railways accountable for the delay that stopped her from reaching the entrance exam centre for Lucknow University’s BSc biotechnology course on time.The decision…
Today brings a sense of financial equilibrium, as your income aligns perfectly with your expenses, allowing for a more peaceful mindset. Travel plans may have been tossed aside unexpectedly, but this could be the perfect time to dive into home projects or spend quality moments with family. Look for opportunities to strengthen relationships through engaging…
US President Donald Trump sent reporters on an unexpected guessing game after sharing an anecdote about a “very famous” friend for whom Ozempic apparently didn’t work—prompting amused denials from within his own administration. As journalists tried to decode the mystery, Vice President JD Vance jumped in to rule himself out, drawing laughter and briefly turning…
India’s high cost of capital is a macroeconomic outcome rather than a financial-sector flaw. Borrowing is expensive not because malfunction in market, but because the economy saves too little and relies on foreign capital to fund its investment gap. Persistent current account deficits force India to pay a risk premium to global investors, which is…
