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Daylight Saving Time is scheduled to conclude on Sunday, November 5, resulting in most US states turning their clocks back by one hour. This change has significant implications for our health. The US Senate approved legislation in March 2022, declaring that Daylight Saving Time will become a permanent fixture in the US calendar starting in 2023. This means that the biannual clock adjustments will be eliminated. The Senate's unanimous approval means that US clocks will align with the sun by moving one hour ahead. Nonetheless, there are dissenting voices among health professionals who argue that this transition may have an adverse impact on people's overall well-being. The culmination of Daylight Saving Time phase often serves as a trigger for cluster headaches, a condition characterized by severe headaches that manifest in cycles lasting approximately six to eight weeks before subsiding. It is theorized that the transition associated with Daylight Saving Time may, in fact, induce such a cycle, CNN reported quoting health expert. The correlation between this time shift and cluster headaches is rooted in the fact that the brain's region responsible for generating cluster headaches is also responsible for managing circadian rhythms, situated within the hypothalamus, as per a CNN report. Despite its seemingly minor nature, Daylight Saving Time can exert a notable influence on our circadian rhythm, which regulates our sleep-wake patterns, CNN reported. The end of Daylight Saving Time results in reduced daylight and shorter fall and winter days. This alteration may contribute to the onset or exacerbation of Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of depression linked to seasonal changes and diminished daylight.

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H-1B visa process for speciality occupations could harrow the scope of applicants who qualify for the visa, said IT industry body Nasscom in a preliminary note. On October 23rd, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a proposed rule intended to modernize, improve, and increase flexibility in the H-1B visa program. The H-1B non-immigrant visa program allows US employers to temporarily hire foreign workers for specialized occupations that require a bachelor's degree or higher. Nasscom has also welcomed some of the proposed changes. The proposed rule is currently open for a 60-day comment period. Nasscom will be making a formal submission and has already begun a thorough industry assessment of the proposed rule. Nasscom said, in a note, that sections of the proposed rule align with the former (US) administration’s unsuccessful attempts to limit the H-1B program in a manner that raises concerns for the IT industry. “For example, the proposed tightening of the definition and requirements for H-1B “specialty occupations” narrows the scope of applicants who will qualify for an H-1B visa and ignores the nature of our modern workforce, not found in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This and other hurdles in the proposed rule create difficulties for companies attempting to hire the necessary skilled workers to fill key, and currently unfilled, jobs across STEM fields,” said Nasscom.

Investing.com — U.S. futures slipped lower Thursday, as investors digested earnings from some of the influential tech giants.

electric vehicle (EV) maker Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility on Thursday signed an initial pact with the Gujarat government to invest Rs 2,000 crore to develop an EV ancillary cluster by 2024. The proposed investment will be on research and development of electric two-and three-wheelers, setting up a motor assembly unit at the company's Vadodara manufacturing facility, lithium-ion (li-ion) cell production and the development of ancillaries for raw material manufacturing, Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility said in a statement.

AirPods Max headphones is also in the works, cites the report. Apple intends to discontinue the second-generation and third-generation AirPods in the near future, cites the report. These models will be succeeded by two fourth-generation AirPods, which will be priced similarly to the existing ones but with increased differentiation.

international markets, Ayesha! However, you must first assess your risk profile and be clear about your long-term investment goals. You will also need to decide what percentage of your portfolio you wish to commit to foreign investments. Once you are set, please keep in mind the following factors: Select the right products: Choose products that align with your investment objectives.

Bud Light is set to return as the official beer of the UFC in the U.S. next year as the brand tries to recover from a conservative backlash to a promotion with a transgender influencer

After making a statement on the 10th of October 2023 outlining changes in its operational emphasis, the blockchain technology company Parity Technologies, which is the service provider behind the Polkadot (native token: DOT) blockchain, is said to have let go of more than 300 workers this week. According to a tweet published by Parity Technologies, the firm is «sunsetting its go-to-market functions» in order to make room for more extensive community-driven initiatives amid the expansion of Polkadot's ecosystem.

Cyprus is set to introduce stringent penalties for unregulated cryptocurrency service providers (CSPs), according to the Cyprus Mail . The government has submitted a legislative amendment to the «Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Law,» aiming to align the country with international anti-money laundering (AML) and combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) standards. The amendment was presented to the Parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs on October 10, 2023.

In light of the significant regulatory strides taken by South Korea in the cryptocurrency domain, the disclosure of 'Compensation Reserve Funds' by domestic crypto exchanges emerges as a resonating move toward bolstering financial safeguards in the burgeoning digital asset market. Leading the pack, Upbit has earmarked KRW 20 billion as a financial buffer, demonstrating adherence to the forthcoming regulatory landscape slated for full implementation in 2024.

In the realm of property acquisitions, conducting thorough legal due diligence is of paramount importance to safeguard your investment. Whether you are purchasing a property still under mortgage, it is crucial to undertake a meticulous examination of both the physical aspects of the property and its legal standing. By following a systematic approach, you can ensure that your hard-earned money remains secure and free from any potential legal disputes.

Bitcoin (BTC), the most valuable cryptocurrency in the world, has recently achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $34,000. This represents its highest point in the past three months. 

Modern Wealth Management has made its fifth acquisition as the national RIA aggregator continues is rapid growth since launching earlier this year.

NTPC Ltd and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam, is set to foray into floating solar projects, in line with the energy transition goals of its promoter NTPC, said Sunil Kumar, the chief executive of the Uttar Pradesh-based power generation company. In an interview, Kumar said the joint venture is committed to diversify operations to align with its evolving energy transition objectives and increasing power demand. The company has also unveiled plans to raise its thermal power generation capacity to 5.6 GW, from 1.32 GW it currently has.

In January 2023 the clues appeared to be aligning in favor of an end to the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes. It was a false dawn – the Fed lifted its target rate four times in subsequent months, by a total of 100 basis points.

Paytm Founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma on Monday announced the launch of VSS Investments Fund for his private investments, with a total target corpus of Rs 30 crore.