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Tinder, Hinge and other dating apps are designed with addictive features that encourage compulsive use

By Jonathan Stempel

The national security adviser to the White House said on Wednesday that a confidential meeting with congressional leaders was already scheduled before a leading House Republican called on President Joe Biden to «declassify all information» linked to a «serious national security threat,” ABC News reported on Wednesday.

Blue Lock enthusiasts can mark their calendars for the release of Chapter 252, slated to debut on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 12 am JST. Unlike some manga series, Blue Lock has not announced any breaks, ensuring that fans can anticipate the upcoming chapter to adhere to its weekly schedule. Readers can access the chapter on the K Manga platform, diving deeper into the exhilarating narrative.

A coalition of environmental groups is suing the federal government to try to force the finalization of ship speed rules the groups say are critically important to save a vanishing species of whale

By Akash Sriram

Terraform Labs, the company behind the stablecoins TerraUSD and Luna, which collapsed the cryptocurrency industry in 2022, has filed for bankruptcy in the United States.

Mint reported that the ED has initiated a probe into suspected breaches at Paytm Payments Bank following a referral from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The Enforcement Directorate is currently verifying the information it has received from RBI. "The next step will depend on the outcome of this verification," said a person aware of the developments.

The NSE Nifty 50 index rose 0.45% to 21,840, while the S&P BSE Sensex settled 0.39% higher at 71,833. Both the blue-chip indices had lost about 1% earlier in the session.

Blue Eye Samurai, Netflix has a ninja-packed surprise in store – the debut of the all-new Japanese action series, House of Ninjas. Crafted, written, and directed by Dave Boyle, this gripping series unfolds the tale of the Tawara family, seemingly ordinary but wielding the lethal skills of ninjutsu. With a blend of action and family dynamics, House of Ninjas promises to be a captivating addition to Netflix's international streaming lineup.

Kraken, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has recently introduced a new requirement for its users in the United Kingdom.

Delhi Traffic Police on Wednesday said Singhu border on NH-44 is inaccessible for traffic and issued advisory regarding the same due to the farmers' protest. Long traffic jams hit the Delhi-Ghaziabad border during the day and security checks were put in place by the authorities. Rapid Action Force personnel, Police personnel and Riot Control Vehicles are deployed at the Singhu Border in Delhi in view of the farmers' protest. The morning visuals showed that security arrangements have been intensified at the Shambhu border in Ambala, Haryana, as farmers who marched towards Delhi on Tuesday clashed with the police.

MS Dhoni, the iconic figure in Indian cricket, has sparked considerable interest with his latest bat sticker as the IPL 2024 approaches. As captain of the Chennai Super Kings, Dhoni appears to be gearing up for what could potentially be his final hurrah in cricket. Displaying the 'Prime Sports' logo on his bat serves as Dhoni's gesture of appreciation, reflecting his gratitude and affection for those who have supported him throughout his illustrious career. The owner of Prime Sports, Paramjit Singh, lauded Dhoni's action, describing it as a testament to their strong friendship. This act of appreciation transcended geographical boundaries, gaining recognition even from cricketing legends like Michael Hussey and Adam Gilchrist in Australia. Nevertheless, Prime Sports isn't the sole beneficiary of Dhoni's heartfelt gestures. Somi Kohli, the proprietor of 'Beat All Sports' (BAS), one of India's prominent sports manufacturing companies, disclosed Dhoni's greatness during the 2019 World Cup. Despite the tournament marking Dhoni's final appearance in Indian colors, he opted not to charge any fees for donning the BAS logo on his bat.

Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday said he doesn't think the China border is fortified the way the national capital is, adding that it's a democratic right of the farmers to protest and to be heard in the national capital. The member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram was reacting over the ongoing farmers' protest near different borders of the national capital demanding a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops, a complete waiver of farmer debts, pensions for farmers, and the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations. “It's a democratic right of the farmers to protest and come and be heard in the National capital.

CBS premiered the NCIS spin-off 'NCIS: Hawai'i' in 2021, it became quite popular and Season 3 is the first series in the NCIS franchise to be set outside US and to star a female lead. After Season 2 came to an explosive end in May last year, season 3 was confirmed soon after. 'NCIS: Hawai'i' Season 3 has arrived on CBS with more exciting plot twists and thrilling action and drama.

Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia on Wednesday alleged that national federation chief Sanjay Singh used devious means to get the suspension on WFI lifted by United World Wrestling (UWW) and threatened to restart their agitation against the body. The UWW on Tuesday lifted the provisional suspension on India but directed the national federation to provide written guarantees that there would be no discriminatory action against the protesting trio of Punia, Malik and Vinesh Phogat. The suspension was imposed by UWW in August last year after the WFI failed to hold elections in time. Punia, Malik and Phogat have been protesting for more than a year, demanding the arrest of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh for allegedly sexually harassing women grapplers.

NFL wide receiver Brandon Marshall has stirred up controversy with claims that Taylor Swift orchestrated Kanye West's removal from his seat at Super Bowl 2024. Marshall alleges that Swift took action after West purchased seats directly in front of her private suite at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. According to Marshall, who made these statements on the Paper Route podcast, the situation escalated due to West's strategic seating arrangement. He asserted, «Kanye West buys a ticket right in front of Taylor Swift’s booth so anytime they are gonna be showing Taylor Swift, Kanye’s face was going to be there — he had a mask on with his logo. So Taylor Swift gets pissed off.» Marshall further claimed that Swift made calls resulting in West's ejection from the stadium. He implied that West was attempting to capitalise on Swift's celebrity by positioning himself strategically for camera shots.

Maldives has deported 186 foreigners, including 43 Indians, after accusing them of committing crimes like visa violations and drug offences, according to a media report. The highest number of people deported was from Bangladesh. At least 83 Bangladeshis were deported followed by 43 Indians, 25 Sri Lankans and 8 Nepalis. The date of their deportation is not yet known, Male-based news outlet Adhadhu reported. The deportations come as efforts are underway in the Maldives to shut down businesses operated illegally.

Jagjit Singh Dallewal on Wednesday said they are ready for holding talks with the Centre over their demands, including a legal guarantee to minimum support price. Citing media reports, Dallewal said Union Minister Anurag Thakur has, in his statement, said that the Centre was ready for holding talks and was also ready to resolve the issues of the farmers. «We do not want to give any room to the Centre for saying that it was inviting us, but they did not accept it. That we have accepted and we are ready for talks,» he told reporters at the Shambhu border. Dallewal said the farmer leaders have taken the consent of fellow farmers for holding talks.

The United States Treasury is gearing up to address Congress on the emerging challenges posed by cryptocurrencies to existing financial regulatory frameworks.

₹1.8 lakh for a 40-minute circling time to ₹2.6 lakh for 60 minutes. This not only increases airfares for customers but also affects the efficiency of airport operations, resulting in long wait times and delays, the ministry added.