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Gene Hackman's mysterious death opens Pandora's box of speculation as conspiracy theories including Epstein connection take over
The deaths of Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa, and their dog in their Santa Fe mansion remain unexplained. Initial autopsy reports provide no clear cause. Investigators rule out carbon monoxide poisoning and find no signs of forced entry. As conspiracy theories emerge online, authorities continue to speculate on the cause of their deaths.
State governments should not tax minerals excessively, says Kishan Reddy
Union Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy urged state governments to refrain from imposing higher taxes on minerals, as it would increase the cost of steel and cement for consumers. Mines Secretary V L Kantha Rao supported this stance, emphasizing the need for a stable tax regime and minimising the impact of global sanctions on Indian metal producers.
Zelenskyy says progress made on reaching an agreement with the US on rare minerals deal
President Zelenskyy confirms a more equitable deal is being negotiated with the U.S. for Ukraine's rare earth minerals, without the proposed $500 billion payment. Kyiv seeks security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression, while European leaders prepare for discussions amidst shifting U.S. policies under President Trump.
Nepal took a risk on a $500 million US grant. It may now regret it.
Nepal accepted a $500 million grant from the U.S. to expand its infrastructure, despite facing pressure from China. However, with the Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid, the project's future is uncertain. Nepali leaders fear repercussions and regret their decision, highlighting geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China over influence in the region.
Valentine’s Day Last minute gift ideas: Best presents that can be delivered by February 14th
Finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift doesn't have to be stressful, even at the last minute. With these thoughtful options available for fast shipping, you can still impress your Valentine.
NASA close to probing alien atmospheres; Here's all you need to know
Pandora, a small satellite, is set to study at least 20 known exoplanets to analyze their atmospheres for hazes, clouds, and water. This undertaking will help refine data collected by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope. The mission is a collaboration between NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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Tussle between Elon Musk and Steve Bannon gets nasty; world’s richest man hit back at MAGA torchbearer saying, 'Bannon is a great talker, but not a great doer'
Elon Musk again took a dig at Steve Bannon, rekindling the infamous MAGA civil war that had begun a couple of months back. This has taken an interesting turn yet again.
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway buys more SiriusXM shares, boosts stake to 35%
SiriusXM disclosed that its outstanding shares stood at nearly 338.77 million in its annual 10-K report published late last month. This update reflects Berkshire’s increased stake in the company, rising from 34.67% to around 35.36%.
Grammy 2025 winners: Beyonce makes history again, Kendrick Lamar dominates rap categories. Check full list
Grammy Awards 2025 Winners: The Grammy Awards 2025 celebrated the best in music, with Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Charli XCX among the night's biggest winners. Beyoncé extended her record-breaking Grammy tally, while Kendrick Lamar dominated the rap categories. Sabrina Carpenter’s "Espresso" and The Beatles’ "Now and Then" earned major wins. Charli XCX’s album "BRAT" and single "Von Dutch" also took home awards.
SC delivers split verdict on Tahir Hussain's bail plea
The Supreme Court's division bench delivered a split verdict on ex-AAP councillor Tahir Hussain's interim bail plea to campaign for Delhi elections. Justice Pankaj Mithal rejected it, fearing it could set a precedent, while Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah approved it with strict conditions. The case now goes to the Chief Justice of India.
Poll campaign: No interim bail for 2020 riots accused Tahir Hussain as SC gives split verdict
The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Delhi riots accused Tahir Hussain's interim bail plea to campaign for assembly polls. While one judge dismissed the plea, another supported his release on interim bail. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna will form a new bench to resolve the issue.
Trump's new meme coin soars on his first day in office, lifts other tokens
Trump's new crypto token, launched over the weekend, saw a surge in its market value and contributed to a brief peak in bitcoin prices. The $TRUMP token and World Liberty Financial's successful token sale highlight growing crypto interest under his administration. However, concerns about ethics and market volatility persist amid expectations of crypto-friendly policies.
Steel Minister Kumaraswamy red flags high mineral tax by Karnataka government
Union Steel Minister H D Kumaraswamy has stated that additional taxes by Karnataka on mining operations will negatively impact the steel and mining sector. He mentioned this during a meeting with Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal. These taxes are three times higher than those in other parts of the country.
Lunar New Year 2025: Disneyland shares food guide and fun festivities to ring in the Year of the Snake, check dates and all details
The Lunar New Year Festival at Disneyland Resort offers a rich tapestry of culinary delights, cultural experiences, and festive entertainment.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora DLCs: Everything we know about release date, content and more
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will receive two new DLC packs in 2024. "The Sky Breaker" launches on July 16, 2024, and "Secrets of the Spires" will release in the fall. These packs will offer new storylines, regions and gameplay experiences.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: See all trophies and achievements in game
For completionists seeking the coveted platinum trophy in Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, a comprehensive guide provides a breakdown of all 32 achievements and trophies, offering a roadmap to navigate the expansive world of Pandora.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: How to hunt?
Learn essential hunting techniques in Ubisoft’s RPG, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. Efficiently navigate the Western Frontier, marking targets, utilizing stealth and respecting nature for optimal rewards.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora DLC: Here’s what we know about release date, what’s included in it, season pass, platforms and more
Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will receive two DLC packs in 2024. The first, "The Sky Breaker," arrives in Summer, followed by "Secrets of the Spires" in Fall.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: Check out combat-based difficulty settings
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora introduces diverse difficulty settings for personalized gameplay. The Ubisoft game offers three combat-based options affecting damage dealt and taken. With a focus on exploration and combat, players can choose a relaxing or challenging experience.
Avatar Frontiers of Pandora review: Alien beauty with awe-inspiring essence of movies
The Avatar game weaves a narrative thread, introducing the players as Na’vi’s child abducted by the oppressive RDA organization. It returns with a Far Cry-style game on PS5 and Xbox Series X that takes all the wonder of the hit movies. Know more about it.
Avatar Frontiers of Pandora: Check out release date, time, platforms, and more
Avatar Frontiers of Pandora releases on December 7, 2023, across platforms - PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, PC, and Amazon Luna. The game will be accessible from 00:00 am local time, with an early launch for Asia and Europe. Purchasers receive the 'Child of Two Worlds Pack' offering a cosmetic and weapon skin. PC players should anticipate storage requirements.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora on PC release date, trailer teaser: Watch video, key details
"Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora" will be released in December this. An official trailer teaser for the video game has been unveiled.
Pandora Papers leak: ED seizes asset worth over Rs 36 cr from Goa miner's son Rohan Timblo
The Enforcement Directorate has seized an asset worth Rs 36.8 crore belonging to Rohan Timblo, the son of a Goa miner, as part of an investigation into the 'Pandora Papers' leaks that unveiled his alleged undisclosed foreign exchange outside India. The investigation revealed that Rohan Timblo owned an offshore family trust and three associated entities that came under the scanner of the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore. Rohan Timblo was found to have contravened the provisions of section 4 of FEMA, 1999, and an immovable property of his has been seized.
Whistleblowers, whistle cautiously
One may regard whistling different from blowing a mechanical whistle. But both are calls for attention - the former to oneself; the latter to others or as a warning. Blowing a whistle in many societies signifies pleasure or even a show of innocence when one is suspected of something dodgy.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw says 'Pandora Papers' wrongly implicates husband's offshore trust
'Pandora Papers' have named 300 Indian individuals, including Sachin Tendulkar, Anil Ambani, Nirav Modi and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw.
Pandora Papers: Financial secrets of global elite, including Indians leaked
The so-called "Pandora Papers" investigation -- involving some 600 journalists from dozens of media including The Washington Post and The Guardian -- is based on the leak of some 11.9 million documents from 14 financial services companies around the world.
Pandora Papers: A money bomb with political ripples
The report was based on what its authors described as 11.9 million records leaked from 14 firms in the offshore financial services industry, depicting how the wealthy hide their assets.
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw says husband’s offshore trust wrongly implicated in 'Pandora Papers'
“Media stories reporting on Pandora Papers wrongly implicate my husband’s offshore trust, which is a bonafide, legitimate trust and is managed by Independent Trustees. No Indian resident holds “the key” to the trust as alleged in these stories,” Mazumdar-Shaw said in a statement to ET.
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