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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Eight years ago China lost a legal battle over its fantastical territorial claims in the South China Sea. An international tribunal ruled they had no basis.

Bengaluru civic body has issued a notice to former India captain Virat Kohli’s One8 Commune pub on a complaint alleging fire safety violations. The pub, located on the sixth floor of Ratnams Complex on Kasturba Road near the Chinnaswamy stadium, has been alleged of operating without implementing mandated fire safety measures or obtaining a fire department clearance certificate. BBMP's notice comes after a notice filed by social activist Venkatesh, who claims that the lack of fire safety measures poses a risk.

block deals worth Rs 5,683 crore on screen, which included both buying and selling action. In the largecap segment, 15 companies witnessed significant block deals on the screen worth Rs 2,477 crore, led by Reliance Industries with 8 block counts totalling Rs 461 crore. The next in line were Zomato (Rs 343 crore), ICICI Bank (Rs 312 crore), Bajaj Auto (Rs 241 crore), Godrej Consumer (Rs 171 crore), Kotak Mahindra Bank (Rs 160 crore), Nestle India (Rs 137 crore) and HDFC Bank (Rs 114 crore).

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was disallowed to address Friday congregation for the third consecutive week at the historic Jama Masjid in Srinagar as the locals termed it as interference in religious affairs of muslims. The Anjuman Auqaf which runs the affairs of the Jama Masjid Srinagar denounced the continuous house detention of Mirwaiz stating that the administration imposes arbitrary and unjustified restrictions on the religious functioning of Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir. “In such bitter cold, thousands of devoted men, women, children and physically challenged persons from various parts of the Valley gather at the historic central Jama Masjid in Srinagar to listen to the sermon of their beloved Mirwaiz,” read the statement. They said that the action of the authorities of keeping him under house arrest at his Nigeen residence “deeply hurts the sentiments of these devotees and deprives them of their religious freedoms.”

Amazon in the peak festive period extended into a second day Friday as the retail behemoth said the labor action would not affect its business, as per a report on AFP. Amazon has experienced «no disruptions at all,» a company spokeswoman told AFP. «And we aren't anticipating any either», AFP reported. The Teamsters union on Thursday launched a strike targeting seven Amazon facilities spaced around the United States. Union officials said the stoppage continued Friday at the same locales.

Ajay Devgn’s blockbuster cop drama Singham Again is now available on Amazon Prime Video for rental viewing. Originally priced at Rs 499, the film is currently available at a reduced rate of Rs 199, making it more accessible to viewers. For those waiting to watch it for free, the movie will eventually be available for streaming on the platform at a later date. The film brings together an impressive ensemble cast, adding depth and flair to the high-octane narrative of Rohit Shetty’s film. Ajay Devgn reprises his iconic role as Bajirao Singham, delivering yet another powerful performance. Kareena Kapoor Khan takes on the role of Avni Kamat with poise and grace, while Deepika Padukone debuts in the series as Shakti Shetty, bringing a fresh energy to the storyline. Tiger Shroff, as Satya, contributes to the adrenaline-filled action, while Ranveer Singh’s return as Sangram ‘Simmba’ Bhalerao adds his signature exuberance. Akshay Kumar’s appearance as Veer Sooryavanshi further elevates the star-studded lineup. In this instalment, Bajirao Singham’s relentless quest for justice unfolds against a backdrop of crime and corruption. The narrative delves into themes of moral dilemmas, personal conflicts, and the sacrifices required to uphold integrity. As Singham faces formidable adversaries, he relies on his courage, intellect, and unyielding sense of duty to navigate the challenges and safeguard justice.

The Biden administration says it is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 public service workers through an existing forgiveness program

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. We might as well confront it head-on: What the Federal Reserve did this week doesn’t make any sense. The Federal Open Market Committee on Wednesday cut the target range for the Fed funds rate by one-quarter percentage point, to 4.25% to 4.5%, its third consecutive rate reduction.

Actor-director Upendra steps into the dystopian action genre with his highly anticipated film, UI The Movie. Released on Friday, December 20, the film has garnered a U/A certification. As audiences share their reactions, early reviews paint a mixed picture. One reviewer noted, "#UITHEMOVIE, despite a predictable screenplay, is carried by the magnetic presence of Upendra. His signature sarcasm on global politics adds his distinct stamp. First half done." Another Twitter user criticized the screenplay, commenting that its predictability made some scenes feel flat and lack impact.

An Australian computer scientist who falsely claimed to be the founder of the bitcoin cryptocurrency has been found to have committed contempt of court by breaching an order of London’s High Court

Viduthalai Part 2, featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Soori, premiered on December 20, generating excitement among fans. Directed by Vetrimaaran, the intense crime drama captivated audiences with its gripping trailer and realistic storytelling. The movie progresses with the second segment of the two-part transformation of Jeyamohan's short narrative Thunaivan, exploring further the fierce confrontation between a law enforcement officer and the leader of a separatist faction. The illustrious cast features Soori, Vijay Sethupathi, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Bhavani Sre, and Rajiv Menon returning to their previous roles, while Manju Warrier, Kishore, and Anurag Kashyap are added to the ensemble for the continuation. The film has been met with a blend of reactions from audiences, with some referring to it as Vetri Maaran's «masterpiece.»

This week, Canada’s mortgage rate scene was as quiet as a bank vault on Christmas Day. Only one national mortgage rate leader tweaked its offers since last Thursday. That was on the two-year insured fixed, which rose one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.74 per cent.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Thousands of Amazon.com workers went on strike Thursday during the crucial run-up to Christmas over contract negotiations and the company’s refusal to recognize the Teamsters labor union. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union that represents the Amazon employees, called the action the largest ever strike against Amazon by U.S.

WASHINGTON — Below is the statement the Federal Reserve released Wednesday after its latest policy meeting ended:

The Environmental Protection Agency has granted two requests from California to enforce strict standards for vehicle emissions, including a rule aimed at banning sales of new gasoline-powered cars in the state by 2035

WASHINGTON – The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point, the third consecutive reduction and one that came with a cautionary tone about additional reductions in coming years. 

According to a notice to shareholders seen by Investment Week, the change to the Coutts Diversifying Alternatives Multi-Manager fund will come into effect on the 14 January 2025.  The move comes shortly after the fund was launched earlier this year.  In early May, Coutts teamed up with JP Morgan AM to launch the strategy, allowing Coutts and NatWest clients to diversify their assets within equity or bond portfolios.  Shareholders comfortable with the change will not need to take action but those not in favour of the alteration will have the option to switch their investment to anot...

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. U.S. authorities are investigating whether a Chinese company whose popular home-internet routers have been linked to cyberattacks poses a national-security risk and are considering banning the devices.

Pallab De, an X (formerly Twitter) user, vented his frustration on the platform, accusing Zomato of selling Rs 10 water bottles for Rs 100 at a concert venue, where attendees were not allowed to bring their own bottles. His post quickly gained traction, resonating with many users who were equally outraged by the price hike with one pointing out how going to events feels like being in the proverbial “Squid Games”. In his post, Pallab De shared an image of the water bottles he purchased, showing an MRP of Rs 10, which was being sold for a much higher price. He expressed his disbelief over how such practices could occur, tagging the Telangana High Court advocate and prompting a wave of responses from social media users who were quick to criticize the overpricing. The tweet has garnered about 3.7 lakh views on the micro-blogging site.

Volkswagen and German unions will most likely either reach a deal in the early hours of Wednesday or adjourn until the new year, a source familiar with discussions said on Tuesday, as the two sides strive to reach a cost-cutting pact before Christmas. After a 13-hour negotiation round on Monday ending after midnight, talks are expected to stretch even further into the early hours of Wednesday, the source said, declining to be named because discussions are private. Both Volkswagen and labour leaders have expressed a keen interest in a deal this year, but they remain far apart on key issues, including the possibility of plant closures, which labour representatives adamantly oppose but which the carmaker insists it cannot rule out.