THE WAVE III
Alaska midterm election results: Is Nick Begich III winning? When will final results be declared?
As the counting progresses for the US House of Representatives midterm election in Alaska, Republican Nick Begich III is currently in the lead with nearly half of the votes accounted for. Independent candidate Bill Hill trails behind and will need a substantial number of remaining ballots to narrow the gap. If no candidate garners over 50% of first-choice votes, ranked-choice voting will be implemented.
World War III? A ship sank off Bulgaria after a drone attack. Could the Black Sea crisis pull NATO closer to war?
World War III warning: The sinking of a cargo ship off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast has raised fresh questions about how far the Russia-Ukraine war could spread. Three maritime drones struck the Liberian-flagged container ship Contship Jet on Wednesday, causing the vessel to sink, according to Bulgarian authorities. The incident took place inside Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone, close to NATO territory.
Barbera Thornhill says her father invented a medical procedure so ‘millions of people’ can hear again; here is a fact check as she joins Katie Zacharia in making tall claims
Barbera Thornhill's recent role as Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons has led to intense debate. Her appearance has become a focal point on social media, igniting discussions about her qualifications. Furthermore, she asserts that her father created the stapedectomy, whereas records attribute the procedure to Dr. John J. Shea Jr. Unverified claims about her mother being a pediatrician have also emerged, sparking curiosity about her family's background.
Indian Navy to get another indigenous multipurpose ship built by L&T: What are its capabilities, role
The Indian Navy will induct INS Samarthak at Karwar on October 16, 2026. Built by L&T, the 107-metre multi-purpose vessel is designed for maritime surveillance, weapons trials, unmanned-system operations, naval training, towing and disaster relief. Equipped with guns, anti-submarine systems and electronic countermeasures, it is the first of two vessels being built under an Rs 887-crore contract.
Zydus moves closer to US market for Keytruda biosimilar as FDA accepts application
Zydus Lifesciences has received acceptance for its application regarding the biosimilar of Keytruda, which is a major cancer drug. The USFDA is expected to complete its review process by the third quarter of 2027. This biosimilar, named FYB206, was developed without a comparative Phase III efficacy trial. Zydus aims to make effective treatments more accessible in the oncology field in North America.
Meet world’s richest woman: Alice Walton got $33 billion richer without running Walmart, is building a $250 million tuition-free medical school
Alice Walton, the world’s richest woman and Walmart heiress, saw her fortune rise by $33 billion in one year even though she does not run the retail giant. Instead, the 76-year-old billionaire has focused on philanthropy, art and healthcare. She founded a medical school in Bentonville and donated $250 million to support it.
IITs to restrict 22 companies from campus hiring over unhonoured job offers
The Indian Institutes of Technology will not cooperate with 22 companies for recruitment over the next two years. This decision follows repeated failures by these companies to honor job offers made to graduating students. While the action aims to mitigate student impacts, it also seeks to uphold the credibility of the IIT placement process. Companies like Oracle are among those facing this non-cooperation due to job offer withdrawals.
Homegrown talent, MCC footprint to make India a global content production hub
India could emerge as a global content production hub by combining its growing AI capabilities, creative talent and expanding media global capability centres, industry experts said. The opportunity goes beyond traditional strengths such as VFX and outsourcing, with AI potentially enabling large-scale content production for global studios, streaming platforms and brands. Government initiatives including WAVES, WAVES Bazaar and Create in India Challenges are seeking to connect Indian creators with global markets, while investments in animation, VFX, gaming and comics are expanding the talent base beyond major cities.
At Texas’ Panther Creek III, blades from 133 turbines were repurposed in cement kilns as the wind farm’s capacity rose from 199.5 MW to 215 MW
Wind turbine blades, made of non-recyclable fiberglass, pose a significant waste challenge. A West Texas wind farm utilized cement kilns for blade disposal, diverting waste from landfills. This process uses ground blades as fuel and raw materials within the kilns. European countries have already banned landfilling wind turbine blades due to disposal issues. This method represents downcycling, offering a viable solution for nearby wind farms.
Stocks in news: Tata Group stocks, HDFC Bank, Coforge, HFCL, Sun Pharma and Varun Beverages
On September 11, Indian stock markets experienced a remarkable bounce back after an initial dip at opening. Key index heavyweights attracted selective buying, which limited the day’s overall losses. Major players like HDFC Bank and IT sectors remained in focus amid relevant corporate announcements. Additionally, SEBI's discussion paper regarding the Closing Auction Session received input on five critical areas.
Adani Airports to raise Rs 9,825 crore from Temasek, BlackRock, Premji Invest and Alpha Wave
Adani Enterprises will raise around $1 billion by issuing fresh shares in its airport unit, Adani Airport Holdings, to investors including Temasek, BlackRock, Premji Invest and Alpha Wave. The transaction will result in the consortium holding up to 5.54% in the business, while Adani Enterprises will retain control. The fresh capital will be used to fund the airport business.
Why are Registered Investment Advisers so rare in India? The big reason may surprise investors
In the Indian investment landscape, a stark difference exists between mutual fund distributors who earn commissions and fee-only advisors who charge direct fees. This distinction has left many investors perplexed. Industry professionals have embarked on varying paths, revealing the challenges posed by regulatory complexities and compliance demands. The market is in need of clearer guidelines and supportive regulations to enhance the viability of independent advisory practices.
No obvious sector to buy? So try an unconventional way: 7 stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 26%
So, what to do if you cannot pick a sector to buy into? Forget about themes and waves, and go looking directly for individual businesses that are strong. In a market with no clear leadership, the winners will not all come from one sector. They will be scattered, one strong company here, another there, across different parts of the market. But this raises a hard question. If you are not using a sector as your guide, how do you find these strong individual businesses? What do you look for? This is where an unconventional approach helps.
Ambani uses ₹10 power again for the next disruption in a hot Indian market
Reliance Consumer Products has entered India’s ice-cream market with Bombay Creamery, pricing cups, cones and sticks from ₹10. The brand is initially rolling out across western India before a planned nationwide expansion, bringing RIL’s low-price, high-distribution strategy to another consumer category.
In 1969, NASA launched Bonnie the monkey for a planned 30 days in orbit; his condition deteriorated after about 8 days, and the mission was ended early
In 1969, a brave monkey named Bonnie embarked on a solo space voyage aboard Biosatellite III. Unfortunately, his mission was cut short due to health issues and dehydration. Tragically, Bonnie passed away from a heart attack shortly after being rescued from the ocean. This incident sparked significant ethical debates around animal testing in space, prompting NASA to implement new guidelines for the treatment of research animals.
In 1240s, three trading ships vanished in a Menorca cove, archaeologists have now found their wrecks and a possible clue: a sudden meteotsunami
The three ships represent more than the remains of a possible natural disaster beneath the water. Their cargoes offer valuable clues about what medieval merchants traded, where those goods originated and how Christian and Muslim communities connected and interacted through commerce.
Samsung announces India’s first Mango phone
Samsung reiterated its commitment to the multi-platform strategy in the mobile phone market by announcing three phones powered by Android, Windows Phone and Bada operating software.
Samsung to retain multi-platform strategy for phones
Samsung will continue with its multi-platform strategy in smartphones as the company launches phones across android, windows phone and its own Bada OS.
Samsung launches phone powered by Windows 7.5
At a launch event Samsung executives announced that they were the first to officially launch a phone in India powered by Windows Phone 7.5.
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