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Elon Musk decreed that Twitter’s product name would be changed to “X," and that he is getting rid of the bird logo and all the associated words, including “tweet." Musk’s move wiped out anywhere between $4 billion and $20 billion in value, according to analysts and brand agencies. “It took 15-plus years to earn that much equity worldwide, so losing Twitter as a brand name is a significant financial hit," said Steve Susi, director of brand communication at Siegel & Gale. Musk, whose company has already declined significantly in value since he purchased it for $44 billion in October, announced the change on Saturday night.

North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern sea, South Korea's military said on Tuesday, adding to a recent streak in weapons testing that is apparently in protest of the US sending major naval assets to South Korea in a show of force. In its third round of launches since last week, North Korea fired the missiles just before midnight from an area near its capital, Pyongyang, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. It said both missiles travelled around 400 kilometers (248 miles) before landing in waters off the Korean Peninsula's eastern coast.

single-screen theatres «hangs by a thread», megastar Amitabh Bachchan says that many projectionists have lost their livelihood and it is important to recognise their contribution to the history of Indian cinema. In a recorded video message shared with Mumbai-based Film Heritage Foundation and its founder Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, Bachchan appreciated the 'Lifetime Achievement Award for Cinema Projection' that has been instituted by the FHF to celebrate the «unsung heroes» of the film industry. Bachchan, in his over a minute-long video, said, «The world of a projector, a beam of light in a dark room theatre, and flicker of images on the big screen. That was, what cinema was for me». «As the fate of single-screen cinemas, unfortunately, hangs by a thread, many of these projectionists have lost their livelihood. It is important to remember and recognise their immense contribution to the history of Indian cinema,» he said. The veteran cine actor said he was pleased to learn that Film Heritage Foundation had instituted a 'Lifetime Achievement Award for Cinema Projection' to celebrate the unsung heroes, «who brought the magic of cinema to the silver screen». Dungarpur on Sunday said the foundation will honour three projectionists with this award at a special event, to be held on Wednesday at Mumbai's heritage Regal Cinema, a single-screen theatre built in 1933. The awards will be an annual affair, he said.

Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft is expected to perform its fifth and final Earth-bound orbit-raising maneuver today, positioning itself for lunar insertion. It will then transfer to an Earth-to-Moon trajectory, with the Moon's gravity eventually pulling it into lunar orbit. Speaking about the mission, space minister Jitendra Singh said on Monday, “Chandrayaan-3 will enter the next (Earth) orbit tomorrow.

Google Doodle on Tuesday celebrates the 122nd birthday of an Egyptian-German medical doctor, Dr. Mod Helmy. He was born in 1901 in Khartoum, Sudan, to a German mother and an Egyptian father.

release from the hospital, where he had undergone the implantation of a pacemaker, adding yet another dramatic twist to the ongoing events. While Netanyahu's supporters celebrated their triumph and pledged to proceed with further reforms, thousands of protesters took to the streets in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv to express their opposition.  Moreover, opponents of the law stated their intentions to challenge it in the Supreme Court, signaling a continued struggle over the proposed changes in the country's justice system.  “It’s a sad day," Associated Press quoted Opposition leader Yair Lapid as saying after the vote.

Jane Birkin, whose funeral was graced by celebrities and live-streamed to the crowds outside Saint Roch church. Birkin, known for her successful film roles, songs and inspiration for the Hermès Birkin bag, had a significant artistic relationship with French songwriter Serge Gainsbourg. Her iconic track «Je T'aime… moi non plus» faced bans and Vatican condemnation due to its explicit lyrics. The fashion icon, recognized for her flared jeans and distinctive fringe, passed away at 76 in her Paris home last week. Celebrities like Vanessa Paradis, Catherine Deneuve, Isabelle Huppert and Charlotte Rampling paid their respects at the funeral. French First Lady Brigitte Macron and Birkin's daughters, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Lou Doillon, also attended. The emotional gathering witnessed heartfelt speeches from Gainsbourg and Doillon, who expressed their love and gratitude for their extraordinary mother. The square in front of the church was adorned with flowers, showcasing the deep affection France holds for Birkin. Banners reading «Jane Forever» and «Thank you Jane Birkin» adorned the scene as her songs resonated through the crowd. Emotions ran high as well-wishers paid tribute to the beloved star. Marie-Pierre Frapart, 63, shared her sentiments, stating, «I came to pay tribute to our little Englishwoman», to AFP.

Shark Tanks star Daymond John, a court has ordered former NFL player Al «Bubba» Baker, his wife, and his daughter not to make a comment about him. Thus John has been granted a permanent restrain against the three former contestants. This has come after Daymond John complained that the trio were making public statements on their social media sites about the nightmare experience with the celebrity investor. In the details order, issued by the court Al «Bubba» Baker, his wife, and his daughter have been asked not to make any comment that might be negative, disparaging, or false and may affect the reputation, goodwill, credibility, and value in any way. The court has also asked the Baker Family to delete the post in which they might have alleged that John had tried to capture their company Bubba’s Q Boneless Baby Back Ribs. The controversy is related to a show in which The Bakers appeared in 2014.

The Economic Times reported over the weekend that India has rejected Chinese automaker BYD's (OTC:BYDDY) proposal to set up a $1 billion factory in the country through a partnership with Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd.

Trevor Francis, has sadly passed away at the age of 69. Known for his prolific career with clubs like Birmingham City, Nottingham Forest, and Sheffield Wednesday, Francis was a true football icon.

South Korea's military said, hours after a US nuclear-powered submarine arrived in a naval base in the South. The reports come amid heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula as South Korea and the United States take steps to boost military readiness against North Korea's weapons programme with the deployment of U.S. strategic military assets.

“Barbie” didn’t just break the opening weekend record for 2023; It also shattered the first weekend record for a film directed by a woman

Jonnie Irwin has opened up about his current health and treatment. The 49-year-old, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer, talked favourably of his experience receiving palliative treatment in a hospice.

₹2700 crore. “With a campus area of approximately 123 acres, the IECC complex has been developed as India’s largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination. In terms of the covered space available for events, the IECC Complex finds its place among the top exhibition and convention complexes in the world," the PMO said.

Supreme Court on Monday rejected the West Bengal government plea as it refused to interfere with Calcutta High Court order directing a probe by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) into the incidents of violence that took place in the state during Ram Navami celebration. During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta apprised the top court that out of six FIR registered in the matter two FIR deal with explosive substances act.

New Zealand family of five purchased the tickets that took the sales total to 1.5 million for the Women's World Cup on Monday. Soccer's world governing body says the tournament being co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand is on track to be the best attended in the competition's history.FIFA said the 1,500,000th ticket went to Auckland woman Maria Strong, who bought tickets for her husband and three children to attend Italy's Group G win over Argentina at Eden Park as part of a family celebration for her son's 12th birthday. In a statement, FIFA said the sales target had been surpassed within the first five days of the month-long tournament, setting the 2023 edition on course to surpass 2015 in Canada for the record attendance.

on the iconic Red Bull RB14. Cox is among a constellation of cartists like Andy Warhol, Banksy, Roy Lichtenstein and JonOne who have made automobiles a canvas for their work.

«Yes, 40 is a great milestone. And I think some people often these days are saying 40 is a new 20 because with every generation, we are looking younger as we age right,» says Aditya Agarwal, Co-Founder, Wealthy.in.So 40, a very crucial age group where a few of us might be having a few of their financial goals almost round the corner and getting completed. And then you are looking at retirement or maybe if you are aware enough, you might have just started investing for retirement. But financially speaking, ideally, what kind of age group or what kind of space you should be in your 40s?Yes, 40 is a great milestone.

Andrew Forrest has lost a key lieutenant who served in fix-it roles and executive positions within his business empire for almost a decade, rising to chief financial officer at clean energy arm Fortescue Future Industries.

International Self Care Day. This special date, represented as 7/24, serves as a reminder that self-care is not confined to a specific time; rather, it should be practiced 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The day is dedicated to emphasizing the importance of self-love and taking care of both our bodies and minds.

Tequila enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the arrival of July 24, National Tequila Day, to revel in the rich heritage and craftsmanship behind this beloved beverage. Tequila's deep-rooted connection to Mexican culture is undeniable.