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Drake celebrates 40th birthday with Backstreet Boys performance and heartfelt speech: 'Tonight is just about being alive'
Drake celebrated his 40th birthday in New York with a surprise Backstreet Boys performance, singing “I Want It That Way.” The rapper also delivered a heartfelt speech about appreciating life, while guests enjoyed luxury gifts and cash prizes.
Is Bitcoin finally nearing a bottom? Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan answers
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan believes Bitcoin may be nearing a market bottom, citing subdued trading, investor apathy and a lack of sellers. He sees potential for upside volatility and remains optimistic about Bitcoin’s performance through year-end as the cryptocurrency trades near $71,647.
China acquired capacity to build 50 nuclear power reactors simultaneously: Official report
China is set to build up to 50 nuclear reactors at once. This move aims to boost nuclear power and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The nation's nuclear technology is advancing rapidly. China currently operates 60 reactors and has many more under construction. By 2040, capacity is projected to reach 200 GW.
ION service suspended due to maintenance work, operations to resume soon; check timings and alternate commute options
Attention commuters, Light Rail Transit service faces temporary suspension on August 24, 2025. Grand River Transit cites planned maintenance between Conestoga and Fairway stations. Shuttle buses will replace trains until 1 PM. In July 2025, a Canadian National Railway train derailed in Ontario. The incident halted passenger train service. An investigation is underway. Affected passengers should check train statuses online.
NASA tracks giant asteroid set to pass Earth on February 12 – Is there a risk?
Asteroid 2025 CV will pass Earth at a distance of 4,760,000 km, over five times the Earth-Moon distance. Three other asteroids passed by the Earth on February 10.
Is Cartoon Network shutting down? Channel issues clarification
The animation stated, "Cartoon Network is essentially dead and other big animation studios are not far behind. What happened to all the animation workers? Many are unemployed in record numbers, with some jobless for over a year, despite carrying the industry during the pandemic. When Covid first hit, animation was able to operate completely remotely, making it one of the only forms of entertainment that could continue production uninterrupted. But studios repaid them by cancelling projects, outsourcing jobs, and laying off artists en masse."
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Love comes calling for those in LDR! Kissing device invented by Chinese university lets couples smooch via an app
Users on social media platforms remain divided over the device.
'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' release date in India revealed
The film stars Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Jack Dyland Grazer, Asher Angel, Adam Brody, and Djimon Hounsou in lead roles.
Karnataka to decide soon on full ecommerce services
Karnataka has allowed ecommerce delivery of essential items, and ecommerce players want to start delivering non-essential items as well. Executives from the sector reached out to the state government seeking clarity on the formalities to be completed to resume fullfledged operations after April 20, according to a source in the government.
All for a new camera, better zoom: Xiaomi patents periscope lens technology
It is not yet known in which of its upcoming smartphones will Xiaomi use this new technology.
Microsoft says Bing search engine blocked in China
A search performed on Bing's China website - cn.bing.com - from within mainland China directs the user to a page that says the server cannot be reached.
Travel with a purpose to sustain nature’s green cover
Go ‘ecologically conscious’ as we mark World Environment Day on June 5.
China closes 580 social media accounts for spreading 'rumour'
China has shut down over 580 social media accounts, including those of popular commentators, for spreading rumour, misleading public and violating the Constitution.
China's country code domain ".cn" becomes world's largest
China's country code domain '.cn' has become the world's most commonly used in the internet with 16.36 million users, surpassing Germany's '.de' domain.
Foxconn's decision to invest in India causes concerns in China
The decision to invest in India has caused unease in China as it marks the first top international firm opting for India amid a slowdown in the Chinese economy.
Chinese TV host lands in trouble for making fun of Mao Zedong
A host of state-run CCTV has been suspended and put under investigation after a video emerged in which he was seen making fun of Mao Zedong.
82 per cent clear integrity test at self-payment cashier-less China stores
There were no employees either to supervise the stores. 82 per cent of the transactions were faithfully paid for.
President Xi Jinping appeals Chinese tourists to 'a leave good reputation'
The Maldives is among the 10 most popular overseas destinations for Chinese tourists, according to a tourist market survey.
100 lion cubs turn Gir into a roaring success
Gir, the world's only remaining home of wild Asiatic lions, sees about 80 to 85 new cubs every year.
Yeddyurappa hospitalised after complaining of chest pain
The 68-year-old BJP leader is now undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit of Jayadeva Hospital in Bangalore.
Chinese hackers spreading virus through HC replica websites?
Chinese hackers may be using websites similar to those of 19 high courts in the country to spread computer virus which can convert the user's system into a virtual zombie.
China state newspaper launches search engine
The People's Daily, the mouthpiece of China's ruling Communist Party, this week officially launched its search engine service as the country's state media seek even greater influence on the Internet.
Google services blocked in China except for Gmail
A Web page maintained by Google on accessibility in mainland China listed Web search, Google Ads & Google Mobile as 'fully blocked'. Google's China woes
CEO plays cool as Google search function blocked in China
Google CEO Eric Schmidt downplayed fears over the Internet giant's position in China on Thursday, amid a row over censorship and the blocking of a search feature there.
Google's search engine still partially blocked in China
Google's web search engine in China remained partially blocked Thursday, as the deadline for renewal of its licence to operate in the world's largest online market passed with no word from Beijing.
Google stops China censorship, but searches till blocked
Chinese access to websites covering sensitive topics such as Tibet remained blocked on Tuesday despite an announcement from Google that it had stopped censoring its Chinese-language search engine.
Chinese Internet users 'don't care' if Google quits: Survey
Most Chinese netizens "don't care" if the US Internet giant Google quits the country amid a censorship row with the Communist govt.
China warns Google to obey rules even if it pulls out
China on Tuesday again warned Google not to stop filtering its web search engine results, as rumours swirled about the company's plans following its threat to leave over censorship and cyberattacks.
China coal mine blast kills 35, 44 missing
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's central Henan province early on Tuesday killed 35 people and 44 others were missing, the government's work safety watchdog said.
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