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Walmart Plus, at a 50 per cent discount ahead of the holiday season, as the retailer attempts to close the gap with rival Amazon.com's Prime subscription service, as per a report. This year, U.S. retailers like Walmart have launched sales events earlier and added more deals and perks to attract shoppers coping with high inflation. The National Retail Federation forecasts U.S. holiday retail sales will grow up to 3.5 per cent, the slowest pace in six years due to frugal spending, Reuters reported. As part of these early deals, Walmart is offering a one-year Walmart Plus membership for $49, down from its regular $98, from Monday through December 2.

Diddy is sad and lonely in prison, according to the psychiatric team, who see him every day, as quoted in a report by the Daily Star. Rapper and producer P Diddy is accused of human trafficking on several counts, and it has been reported that his mental health is deteriorating as he adjusts to life behind bars. The rapper, whose real name is Sean Combs, was cuffed in September on a number of charges and has since been imprisoned in New York's infamous Metropolitan Detention Center.

Philadelphia’s district attorney says he has filed a lawsuit to halt Elon Musk’s $1 million giveaway as part of his political organization’s effort boosting Donald Trump’s presidential campaign

The owner of two Boston-area pizza shops convicted of forced labor for using physical violence and threats of reprisal or deportation against employees living in the country illegally has been sentenced to more than eight years in prison

Former President Trump addresses questions from Georgia women voters during an exclusive town hall on ‘The Faulkner Focus.’

Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman supposedly managed to keep their alleged romance private. The rumors of a potential romance with Hugh Jackman exploded after Sutton Foster filed for divorce from Ted Griffin this week after ten years of marriage. If rumors are to be believed, the former co-stars of the Broadway revival of The Music Man may have fallen in love while they were performing. This is precisely what transpired between the 49-year-old actress and the 56-year-old Deadpool & Wolverine star. By meeting up out of sight, the couple allegedly managed to keep their romance a secret, as quoted in a report by She Knows. Also Read: Biden proposed her name as Democratic Party candidate for U.S elections, but Kamala Harris repeatedly snubs his requests to campaign

U.S. election approaches, President Joe Biden has been attempting to support Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail, but his efforts have reportedly been met with repeated snubs from her campaign. According to Axios, Harris' team has not scheduled any joint appearances, leading some to speculate about the dynamics between the two leaders. Biden, at 81, has made several campaign stops, including events in Philadelphia, New Hampshire, and Pittsburgh, while Harris, 60, has not appeared alongside him. One insider noted that Biden's presence reminds voters of the previous administration, making it difficult for Harris to embrace his support fully. Despite this, the White House has stated that they remain in close communication with Harris' campaign to determine how Biden can assist. The friction comes at a crucial time, as polls indicate Biden’s approval rating is struggling, sitting at 40.8% approval and 56.6% disapproval, according to RealClearPolitics. Also Read: That Christmas: Netflix animated film’s plot, release date, cast and characters

Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have embarked on reforms but the pace and ambition fall «well short» of what was recommended and what is required, said Lawrence Summers and NK Singh, who were co-conveners of the G20 Independent Expert Group on MDB Reforms under India's presidency last year. «In our view, the shortsighted approach of waiting until a crisis hits before acting forcefully on MDB reform will turn out to be a costly misjudgment. Time is not on our side,» they said in a latest report card on MDB reforms. Summers, president emeritus at Harvard University, and Singh, a former senior bureaucrat, had recommended a vision for better, bolder, bigger MDBs as a central tool to respond to the issues facing emerging markets and developing economies. The Brazilian G20 presidency this year has followed up by developing a road map of MDB reforms.

A port in Vizhinjam was one of former Kerala CM Oommen Chandy's dreams. Multiple governments attempted to construct a port in the PPP mode but failed. IFC, which was roped in to prepare a report, pointed out that the project would not be viable on a standalone basis without substantial government funding of 85% of the cost. Even though the project was financially unviable, both CPI(M)-led and Congress-led political formations were intent on developing the port. They both knew it had the potential to change the economic landscape of Kerala. Planning Commission's help was sought.

Artificial intelligence startup Sierra, co-founded by ex-Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor, is more than quadrupling its valuation to $4.5 billion in a fresh funding round.

Prince Harry were spotted together. Since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle haven't appeared together in over a month, there has been conjecture that their marriage might be in jeopardy, as quoted in a report by The New York Post. However, a public relations specialist claims that their individual public appearances are unrelated to their private lives. Rather, Ed Coram According to James, it all comes down to business and rebranding. James said that Harry and Meghan have had a distinct brand since their marriage and that brand is built around a pair. The truth is that they have been used interchangeably for years, as reported by The New York Post.

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand their families, each competing to send their loved one to the White House and in turn become the nation's "first family." Spouses and children have long been crucial players in US presidential campaigns, often giving the candidates a personal appeal that can entice voters. A closer look reveals Harris and Trumps' differing life stories — and how their families are involved in this year's election battle.

Taylor Swift's ‘Eras Tour’ in New Orleans are experiencing a significant decline. Scheduled for October 25-27 at the Caesars Superdome, the event promises three days of musical entertainment. Swifties looking to attend can benefit from this price reduction, although it is advisable to act promptly, as prices are subject to change, as quoted in a report by The New York Post. Last-minute tickets are still available for the Friday through Sunday event. The lowest ticket price was $634 before fees on Vivid Seats, a $380 savings. This is an ‘Enchanted’ deal for those who want to save money on their tickets. The prices listed are subject to fluctuation.

Season 4 of Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, fans are eagerly speculating about the potential fate of several characters. As Charles (Steve Martin), Oliver (Martin Short), and Mabel (Selena Gomez) prepare to solve the murder of Sazz (Jane Lynch), the question looms: which beloved character might not survive the season finale? Here are five predictions for the next victim in this captivating mystery series, as mentioned in a the report by TV Insider.

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to train and fight in Ukraine within «the next several weeks,» the Pentagon said Monday, in a move that Western leaders say will intensify the almost three-year war and jolt relations in the Indo-Pacific region. Some of the North Korean soldiers have already moved closer to Ukraine, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said, and were believed to be heading for the Kursk border region, where Russia has been struggling to push back a Ukrainian incursion. Earlier Monday, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte confirmed recent Ukrainian intelligence reports that some North Korean military units were already in the Kursk region.

Federal Bank on Monday posted an 11 per cent increase in net profit to Rs 1,057 crore in the September quarter. The lender had earned a net profit of Rs 954 crore in the year-ago period. The total income increased to Rs 7,541 crore during the quarter under review against Rs 6,186 crore in the same quarter last year, Federal Bank said in a regulatory filing.

CAMS, which acts as a registrar and transfer agent for mutual funds, on Monday reported a 45 per cent rise in profit after tax to Rs 122.5 crore for the three months ended September 2024. It had a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 84.51 crore in the same quarter of the preceding fiscal. The company's revenues from operations rose 33 per cent to Rs 365.17 in the July-September quarter of the current financial year (FY25) from Rs 275 crore in the year-ago period, the company said in a statement.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that the West Bank’s economy could collapse if Israel doesn’t preserve its banking relationship with Palestinian financial institutions in the territory it occupies, highlighting another potential source of instability as Israel also fights foes in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. In a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Yellen and several of her global counterparts urged the Israeli leader’s government to approve a waiver that would continue to allow Palestinian and Israeli banks to correspond.

Redmi A4 5G smartphone during the IMC 2024, marking a significant collaboration with Qualcomm. This device will be powered by the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset, making it Xiaomi's first 5G-enabled Redmi phone priced under ₹10,000. While the official launch date is yet to be confirmed, Xiaomi has indicated that the commercial release will occur later this year.The Redmi A4 5G is expected to be available in a single variant featuring 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, priced around ₹8,499, inclusive of launch and bank offers.

Justin Trudeau is supposed to respond Monday to a group of Liberal MPs demanding his resignation as party leader, but the prime minister has already made his plans clear.

Sun Pharma reported a 28% year-on-year (YoY) jump in net profit to Rs 3040 crore in Q2FY25 led by higher sales growth in domestic formulation and global specialty portfolio. The company reported net profit of Rs 2375.5 crore during the corresponding quarter of the previous year.