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Bitter truth: Surge in sugar prices to push up festival budgets
Sweets and desserts are experiencing higher prices this festive season due to increasing sugar costs and rising demand. Sugar prices have surged significantly year-on-year, contributing to overall food inflation. The festive calendar is expected to drive further demand for sweets and confectionery items. Manufacturers may react by adjusting prices while trying to maintain consumer affordability. Concerns about production due to uneven rainfall could complicate future price trends.
19-year-old Shubham Kumar from Bihar enters International Book of Records after achieving Level 22,222 in Candy Crush Saga
Shubham Kumar, a 19-year-old from Dighwara, Bihar, achieved Level 22,222 in Candy Crush Saga. This milestone has been recognised by the International Book of Records for teenagers. The achievement was accomplished on July 5, 2026, marking significant progress in the mobile puzzle game. Details about his gameplay duration or academic background were not disclosed. His accomplishment highlights achievements outside conventional areas like academics or sports.
Next Halo game to be made by Call of Duty makers as Microsoft lays off 268 employees: What we know
In a significant shake-up, Microsoft has let go of 268 employees from its gaming division, paving the way for Activision to spearhead the upcoming mainline Halo title for Xbox. Studios like Rare and World's Edge will now align under Activision, while Bethesda's Obsidian faces a transition to another studio amid shifting Fallout game plans. Additionally, plans to close Ninja Theory could hinder future titles.
Are your Halloween treats safe? Zingerman’s Candy Manufactory issues recall for two popular candy bars
Ahead of Halloween, Zingerman's Candy Manufactory has recalled two popular candy bars due to undeclared allergens. Peanut Butter Crush bars may contain cashews, while Cashew Cow bars might have peanuts. This mix-up, stemming from a production error, poses a risk to those with severe nut allergies. No illnesses have been reported.
How Candy Crush uses AI to keep players coming back to its puzzles
Candy Crush Saga utilizes artificial intelligence to assist developers in creating and updating its vast library of over 18,700 levels. AI helps streamline the design process, allowing for faster and more accurate level generation and refinement. This technology ensures players remain engaged and challenged without developers manually reconfiguring each level, ultimately enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Candy Crush Solitaire: New mobile game’s release date and gameplay
King will release Candy Crush Solitaire on February 6, blending tripeaks solitaire with new features. The free-to-play game offers in-game purchases and rewards for early registrants.
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'I do have a phone but I use it only to set an alarm at night.' MS Dhoni says spending too much time on social media affects people
The skipper, whose love for the game Candy Crush remains legendary, maintained that he does not like playing any games on the phone any longer as it appears small.
Candy Crush Saga hits $20 billion revenue milestone, says maker King
Candu Crush Saga pioneered the "freemium" model, in which the game is free but players can spend money to boost their performance or can watch ads to gain moves.
Video of MS Dhoni playing Candy Crush on IndiGo flight makes game trend, parody a/c has a field day!
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the legendary cricketer and captain of Chennai Super Kings, had a heartwarming experience with a fan on an IndiGo flight. The fan, a flight attendant, offered a tray of goodies to Dhoni and his wife Sakshi.
Metaverse access needs to be safe and inclusive, says tech futurist Kelly Vero
Regulations that create a safe metaverse experience will open a multitude of opportunities
Games like Candy Crush can be used for data harvesting, warn experts
Users should make sure they are validating the terms and conditions of any personal information provided online especially on social media, experts say.
Angry Birds maker plans IPO that may value it at $2 billion
The IPO could value the maker of the Angry Birds mobile games and movie at about $2 billion, people familiar with the matter said last month.
Down, but not out! 'Pokemon Go' fervor has cooled, but the game isn't dead yet
It was the first mobile game to go mainstream in a big way since "Candy Crush" in 2014 or "Angry Birds" in 2012.
Top 10 companies by gaming revenue
Video gamemaker Activision Blizzard said it will buy "Candy Crush Saga" creator King Digital Entertainment for $5.9 billion.
Technology can help build superpowers: Mark Zuckerberg
Facebook CEO and caped crusader Batman have one thing in common -- both believe technology is a superpower.
Tired of Candy Crush invites? It could be gone soon, hints Zuckerberg
Addressing his first Townhall in India, he was questioned by a member from the audience as to how they could stop getting invitations to Candy Crush.
Why banking apps vie for eyeballs with Candy Crush
“Most consumers today have a 16GB smartphone. With a limited memory on their phone, sometimes we are competing with even Zynga Poker and Candy Crush."
65 Android apps & games you should never download
Android users are indeed spoilt for choice when it comes to apps. But some of the most popular apps may not be good for your smartphone's health.
Top-selling iPhone apps you've never heard of
Here's a look at some of the highest-grossing iPhone apps, as measured by Apple, around the globe on June 2015.
Here's how 'Clash of Clans' app makes $1.5 million a day
The mobile game "Clash of Clans is free to download and free to play, so how does it pull in an unheard of $1.56 million revenue everyday?
Here's why Microsoft employees are playing Solitaire
25 years ago, Solitaire debuted in Windows. To celebrate Microsoft is throwing an internal competition to find the best players in the company
Man tears thumb tendon after playing Candy Crush non-stop
In a bizarre case, a 29-year- old man in the US ruptured a tendon in his thumb after playing puzzle game 'Candy Crush' on his smartphone non-stop for over a month.
Coming soon: Candy Crush T-shirts
Dream Theatre, which has bagged the game's local licensing deal, will create apparel and other merchandise for the Indian market.
Candy Crush to launch designer clothes, handbags; inks licensing deal with Dream Theatre
“Since women between 18-25 yrs are primary consumers, our focus is women's fashion clothing, accessories, handbags, footwear,” said Jiggy George.
Candy Crush Saga owner moves court to protect IPR
The high court, based on King's ownership of the intellectual property rights for the Candy Crush game and the evidence of its popularity.
Kim Kardashian faces backlash over video game, asks parents to be more responsible
Kim has faced a lot of backlash over her new video game Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, with many parents complaining that their children are spending hundreds of dollars on in-app purchases.
Meet the king of the gaming world
Lars Markgren, co-founder of the firm that makes Candy Crush, says that simplicity and finding joy in work contributed to his success
Delicious! Candy Crush games valued at $7.5 billion
King Digital Entertainment, maker of hit mobile phone game "Candy Crush Saga", expects to be worth up to $7.6 billion when it goes public this month in the US.
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