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A French family had a painting of seven lions hanging in its living room since the 1800s; an auctioneer identified it as a Delacroix original that sold for €455,000
An auctioneer named Malo de Lussac discovered a valuable oil painting by Eugène Delacroix in central France. This painting, titled 'Study of Reclining Lions,' had been in one family since the mid-1800s. It depicts seven lions and includes certificates authenticating its provenance, linking it to Delacroix's work. The artwork estimated at €200,000 to €300,000 sold for €455,000 in late March.
Amid layoff season, this Bengaluru company is paying employees to quit and start their own business and return back if things don't work out
Amid layoffs and voluntary buyout offers at global tech companies, Bengaluru-based iD Fresh Food is encouraging employees to quit and start their own businesses. CEO Musthafa PC's entrepreneurship policy offers a partially paid sabbatical, mentorship, access to the company's business network and an option to return if their ventures fail.
Sundar Pichai pens welcome note to Mark Zuckerberg, says 'excited to serve Google Cloud customers'
Google CEO Sundar Pichai welcomed Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement that three of the company's AI models are now available on Google Cloud's Model Garden. The models feature multimodal capabilities and context windows of up to 1 million tokens, marking a collaboration between the two tech giants.
Adobe, Canva, Figma tools in Claude: Anthropic lets users edit photos, PDFs and designs without switching apps
Anthropic has upgraded its AI assistant Claude, allowing users to edit photos and work on PDFs directly within applications. Users can now interact with tools like Adobe and Canva without switching between different windows. Claude can make direct changes in applications as users monitor the edits in real-time. Additional integrations with apps such as Figma and Shopify are also under development.
Apple iPad mini OLED Review: The iPod Touch of 2026, and Perhaps the Best iPad for Most Users
Apple iPad mini OLED review: With an 8.5-inch OLED display, A20 Pro chip and compact design, Apple's latest tablet brings back the spirit of the iPod Touch. But with the iPhone Duo offering a foldable screen, does the Rs 82,900 iPad mini still make sense? We review its display, performance, battery life and everyday usability to find out why it could be the most practical iPad for many users.
Meta unveils India pricing for AI agent Muse ahead of local launch
Meta has announced the pricing details for its AI companion, Muse, in India. The subscription options are set at ₹1,799 for the 'Power' tier and ₹8,999 for the 'Maximum' tier. Users currently outside supported markets can register via a VPN. Muse aims to enhance user experience by integrating with various Meta services, positioning itself against local competitors like Instinct, available worldwide.

Canva laid her off during maternity leave, but she is not walking away empty-handed: Pune woman reveals benefits included in severance package
A Pune woman who was laid off by Canva while on maternity leave has shared details of the company's severance package. Shraddha Khule, who joined the design platform in 2023, said employees can retain their MacBooks and receive a one-year LinkedIn Premium subscription, career coaching, interview preparation and access to an alumni talent directory. She also recalled how Canva supported her during maternity leave.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up in US, UK and Canada: Who is eligible and how to register for free books every month
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Sign Up is gaining attention after the UK government announced up to £15 million to help more young children access free books. Find out how parents in the US, UK and Canada can register their children, who is eligible, how the programme works and how to check availability in their area.

Kimmarie Johnson cause of death: What happened to Beverly Hills, 90210 actress before she died at 50?
Kimmarie Johnson, an actress recognized for her role in Beverly Hills, 90210, passed away at the age of 50. She suffered a heart event at her home in Los Angeles on October 27. Johnson was diagnosed with a heart aneurysm condition and died on November 4, according to her niece. In addition to acting, she was involved in the skincare industry and was a beauty director.

Is Pete Hegseth getting fired? Impeachment threat grows as Republicans question his Iran war strategy
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing growing pressure amid reports that Donald Trump had considered replacing him, although the president has since publicly backed him. Meanwhile, a possible impeachment vote in the House of Representatives could take place as early as next week, with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie pushing for action over allegations that Hegseth exceeded his constitutional authority.

Canva layoffs: CEO Melanie Perkins calls job cuts ‘hardest moment’ in company's history, says ‘deeply sorry’. Read full letter
Canva Group, recognized as a prominent Australian graphic design platform, is set to undergo significant changes with a restructuring plan that impacts its workforce. The company has announced the elimination of 1,271 jobs, representing about 22% of its total employees. After a decade of steady growth, this move aims to optimize operations.

Canva layoffs: Affected staffers to get 6 months’ pay, a MacBook, and $10,000 to start up
Canva has announced significant changes that will impact around 1,271 team members, driven by a downturn in revenue growth. To improve project management and empower decision-making, teams will be consolidated. From January, employees will need to work in the office two to three times a week. A support package will provide generous severance, healthcare benefits, and career assistance, alongside a grant program to help exiting employees pursue new career paths.

First husband, then wife lose their tech jobs in US, newborn baby at home and healthcare coverage worries. Heartbreaking post highlights growing anxiety among tech workers
Ha Nguyen, a founder and managing partner, shared the heartbreaking story of a US-based tech couple who lost their jobs one after another while caring for their newborn baby. With healthcare coverage at risk, the couple faces mounting uncertainty. Her post highlighted the human cost of tech layoffs and called for greater support for affected employees.

Canva layoffs severance package: From six months’ salary, $10,000 grants to MacBooks, here’s what company has promised affected employees following a 22% workforce reduction
Canva layoff news: Canva Group has announced plans to lay off approximately 1,271 employees as part of a major restructuring effort. The company aims to consolidate its teams to enhance operational efficiency and clarify ownership. Employees affected by the layoffs will receive a generous severance package, which includes financial support for their future endeavors. Canva will require some staff to relocate to Sydney, where product teams will be centralized.

Canva layoffs: Employee's ‘four-year journey came to an unexpected end’ after job loss and shares an emotional post after layoff
Monica Gonzalez Castro, a former Operations Business Partner at Canva, was among the 1,200-plus employees affected by layoffs. Sharing an emotional LinkedIn post, she reflected on her four-year journey, thanked her colleagues and mentors, and described the experience as deeply rewarding. She also announced that she is looking for her next professional opportunity.

How Students Can Use AI to Study Smarter Without Letting AI Do the Thinking for Them
Join the Winter Cohort of the AI Bootcamp for Students by Times of India, where learners will harness cutting-edge AI tools like Claude, Gemini, and NotebookLM. This program aims to transform education by empowering students to explore difficult concepts and craft customized learning materials. Participants will also learn to sharpen their questioning abilities, design interactive review content, and strengthen their overall study habits.

Canva layoffs: Top manager feels ‘deja vu’, urges colleagues to ‘to be kind’ after 1,271 job cuts
Canva employee Artemi Ollin says the company's decision to cut 1,271 jobs feels like “déjà vu” after he experienced layoffs at Google. In a LinkedIn post, he urged affected colleagues to prioritise their wellbeing and encouraged remaining employees to offer support through referrals, recommendations or simply a kind word. Canva is restructuring after growth slowed.

Canva may announce another round of layoffs in November, report claims; hiring freeze also possible
Canva appears to be bracing for possible layoffs or a hiring freeze after recently downsizing their team by cutting 32 employees from the technical content department. Although user growth surged in 2025, the company has drastically revised its revenue forecasts for 2026. CEO Melanie Perkins noted that projections have not met earlier expectations but underscored their commitment to an AI-driven strategy.

In 2015, Airtree backed Canva's $6 million Series A; 6 years later, a partial sale at a $39 billion valuation returned 1.4x its first fund; here's how
Canva reached a $39 billion valuation when Airtree reduced part of its holding in 2021. In September that year, Canva announced a separate $200 million funding round at a $40 billion valuation. According to reportes, a more recent Canva share sale generated a return equivalent to 1.4 times the total capital invested in Airtree's first fund.
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