South Korea's KOSPI crashes around 11%: Circuit breaker triggered, market sees worst session in 5 months
Investor sentiment was also weighed down by developments in China, including the blockbuster listing of ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) and reports that a Chinese state-backed company has started manufacturing immersion DUV lithography equipment.
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Robert Downey Jr.'s 'Avengers' salary revealed: Doctor Doom to take home $100 million for two superhero films
Robert Downey Jr. stands to receive an astonishing nine-figure payment for his role as Doctor Doom in the upcoming films, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. This remarkable financial package underscores his prestige within the Marvel Universe. In contrast, fellow stars Chris Hemsworth and Chris Evans will earn significantly less for their parts. The total budget for both films is projected to reach around six hundred million dollars.
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Opposition steps up attack over Punjab pharmacy exam row; Arvind Kejriwal alleges ‘BJP lies’
Opposition parties are intensifying their criticism of Punjab's chief minister regarding alleged exam irregularities. The Shiromani Akali Dal is seeking a judicial investigation into the pharmacy officers' recruitment. The Bharatiya Janata Party has demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation inquiry into the matter. Congress staged a protest outside Parliament, accusing the chief minister of misleading the public. Several organizations have announced further protests to demand accountability from ministers.
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From the 1940s, multiflora rose was widely planted as a living fence; the thorny shrub now infests millions of acres across the eastern US
Multiflora rose, promoted for erosion control, now aggressively invades eastern United States woodlands. This thorny shrub forms dense thickets, crowding out native plants and disrupting local ecosystems. A mature plant produces millions of seeds, which birds and animals disperse widely. Controlling this invasive species requires a targeted approach, addressing both roots and seeds. Cooperative efforts and community awareness are essential for effective long-term eradication.
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Meghan Markle faces backlash after her ‘MasterChef Australia’ stint: ‘She was stepping into a character for the show’
Meghan Markle's recent guest appearance on MasterChef Australia drew mixed reactions, with some viewers criticizing her engagement as overly theatrical. Contestants were tasked with whipping up elegant dishes using her selected ingredients, while Markle emphasized her family's casual approach to cooking. The episode even featured a surprise call from Prince Harry during filming, adding a personal touch to the culinary challenge.
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She chose motherhood over a Rs 5 LPA corporate job after engineering, the business she built now earns Rs 50 lakh annually
Mayuri Nitin Kale’s journey from an engineering graduate to a successful entrepreneur shows how courage and persistence can create new opportunities. After rejecting a Rs 5 lakh corporate job to stay with her young daughter, she started a juice outlet in Nashik with no prior business experience. Within two years, her venture reportedly grew into a business earning around Rs 80,000 monthly profit. Her story highlights resilience, entrepreneurship and the power of making bold choices.
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Nividia's 'Chinese trouble' continue, loses world's most-valuable company position to Apple
Apple has now surpassed Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company. Nvidia's market capitalization declined amid concerns about AI infrastructure costs. Apple's cautious capital expenditure strategy on AI is now paying off. Investors are also looking at memory chipmakers as the AI race expands. Government approval for Apple Intelligence in China boosts its growth prospects.
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German scientists discovered naturally occurring microbes that removed 95% of dissolved uranium from contaminated water
German scientists discovered naturally occurring microbes that removed 95% of dissolved uranium from contaminated water
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This 15-year-old chess prodigy from Tamil Nadu wanted to quit because it was too expensive; his father, who earned just rupees 600 a day, told him: "Play as long as I'm alive"
Across India, countless families put their children's chess aspirations above personal comfort. Sabarinathan Iyyappan's father, a construction worker, faced immense financial difficulties yet continuously supported his son's dream. With technology being a rare privilege, Sabarinathan practiced using an outdated mobile phone; however, support from benevolent strangers ensured he received necessary coaching. This narrative powerfully underscores the belief and dedication of parents as a cornerstone of success for their children.
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Thalapathy Vijay's QUOTE from 'Nanban' continues to inspire fans even now: 'Don't follow success, choose a career you like and develop your skills, success will follow you'
Thalapathy Vijay's iconic dialogue from 'Nanban' continues to inspire many people. He is celebrated for his blockbuster films and memorable on-screen dialogues. Vijay has also emerged as a prominent political figure with his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. He is regarded as one of South Indian cinema's wealthiest stars with diverse earnings. Despite his busy schedule, Vijay keeps his family life away from public view.
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July 20 protest: RAF used tear gas, anti-riot guns and plastic pellets
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July 20 NEET protest: SC asks states to release student protesters under 18 with no criminal records
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'Removed in error': Meta responds after PM Modi's video was blocked on Facebook; govt summons company official
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More than 4,000 Kenyan students came together to plant mangroves in a bid to set a Guinness World Record
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After World War II, a few snakes reached Guam; they now number up to 30,000 per square mile, and scientists found 19,000 hidden genetic changes
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