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coronavirus pandemic as online shopping for groceries became the norm. Instacart raised $2.74 billion as a startup and was valued at $39 billion in 2021, according to data provider PitchBook.

yen to a 10-month trough on Thursday and kept the euro and sterling pinned near three-month lows, as investors placed their faith in a still-resilient U.S. economy even amid a dour global growth outlook. The greenback scaled a fresh top of 147.865 yen in early Asia trade, its highest since last November. Against a basket of currencies, the dollar was last 0.05% higher at 104.91, holding on to some of its gains from the previous session after scaling a six-month peak on news that the U.S.

Gold lingered near a one-week low on Thursday following five consecutive sessions of declines, while the dollar sat atop mid-March highs after data showed the U.S. services sector unexpectedly gained steam in August.FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was up 0.1% to $1,917.99 per ounce by 0120 GMT, its lowest level since Aug.

Jawan premiered today at 5 AM (yes, you read that right), smashing records even before its release. Now, it seems 2023 belongs to SRK as, after Pathaan minted ₹1,000 crore, Jawan looks all set to top Khan’s all-time-blockbuster. The first reviews and reactions are out.

Reliance Industries: Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. (RRVL) on Wednesday said it has signed a joint venture agreement to acquire a 51% stake in Ed-a-Mamma, a kid and maternity-wear brand founded by actor Alia Bhatt. The partnership will see the brand grow into new categories such as personal care and baby furniture, children’s story books and an animated series, RRVL said in a statement announcing the investment.

SAIC Motor Corp is weighing multiple options to partner an Indian company for expanding its presence in the growing automobile market, said Chen Hong, chairman of China's largest automaker. The company didn't comment when asked about the prospect of an alliance with JSW Group. ET reported in its June 14 edition that a private company owned by Sajjan Jindal, chairman of JSW Group, aims to buy a stake of as much as 48% in MG Motor India. Talks between SAIC, the parent of MG Motor India Pvt Ltd, and one of the potential Indian investors are likely to conclude in a few months, said another senior executive.

A South Korean survey has found that 80% of citizens think crypto is a form of “gambling,” while many expressed fears about the dangers of rug-pulls and token price manipulation.

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Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake, a new animated series on Max, has garnered attention since its August 2023 debut. This spinoff of the popular Adventure Time franchise targets an older audience, receiving a TV-14 rating. The show features Madeleine Martin as Fionna the Human and Roz Ryan as Cake the Cat, with other notable cast members.The burning question for many fans is, how many episodes are there in Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake, and when do they release?Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake: Episode CountAdventure Time: Fionna and Cake consists of a total of 10 episodes on Max. Notably, the original Adventure Time series spanned 10 seasons before concluding in 2018. This sequel could potentially have a long run if it proves popular.Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake: Release ScheduleAdventure Time: Fionna and Cake premiered on August 31, 2023, with the first two episodes available on Max. Going forward, the series follows a release pattern of two new episodes each week. The final episode is set to air on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

comedy game show, Taskmaster, is set to return with its 16th series, and the wait won't be long. The show, hosted by Greg Davies and Alex Horne, will air its new episodes on September 21 at 9 pm on Channel 4. In this fresh installment, a group of comedians will face the quirky challenges set by the Taskmaster, all vying for the coveted golden bust of Greg Davies' head. The line-up includes Susan Wokoma, known for her roles in Netflix's Enola Holmes and BBC One's Cheaters, along with former Great British Bake Off host Sue Perkins. Joining them is TV veteran Julian Clary, as well as stand-up comedians Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell, who occasionally appear on Gogglebox and Sky's Bloods, respectively. Channel 4 has teased fans with promises of bizarre tasks, like wrangling giant ducks and crafting new sausages. Viewers can also anticipate the weekly unveiling of the contestants' peculiar objects. Adding to the excitement, Taskmaster fans can look forward to more content in the coming years. In March 2023, the show was renewed for an additional six series, extending its run for three more years. A new spin-off has also been announced, featuring a junior version hosted by Taskmaster alumni Rose Matafeo and Mike Wozniak.

On Tuesday, amid mounting pressure, Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce announced he was stepping down, handing over the reins to Vanessa Hudson two months earlier than expected.

An ETF shop known for shorting Jim Cramer’s and Cathie Wood’s stock picks is preparing to bet against a different category: ESG.

NEW DELHI : The Revenue Department has tightened the rules under the anti-money laundering law to make reporting obligations more stringent for entities like banks, stock brokers and insurers, showed an official order. The Money-laundering (Maintenance of Records) Second Amendment Rules, brought out by the Revenue Department seeks to ensure more effective compliance of the reporting requirements. The order redfines the ‘principal officer of a reporting entity’, the ‘beneficial owner’ of partnership firms and the list of records to be maintained physically by the reporting entities.

Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video requiring payments. However, there are some free alternatives like CW TV, which was originally known as CW Seed. It offers a variety of content from the CW network and some unique shows you can't find elsewhere.

Investing.com — U.S. crude oil stockpiles fell by more than 5 million barrels in the just-ended week, petroleum industry group API said in a preliminary report Wednesday that showed a four straight weekly decline in inventory as refiners maxed out fuel processing in preparation for the final hurrah in summer travel.

INDIA is preparing a list of anchors of TV media channels whom the alliance will boycott and the leaders from different parties will not participate in debates and shows run by those anchors, sources said. According to sources in the know, the list will include those anchors who do not give adequate space to opposition leaders in their debates as well as try to «impose a narrative» that runs against the interests of the opposition and often works in favour of the ruling BJP. The alliance's 'working group for media' is scheduled to hold a meeting on September 8 where discussions regarding the issue will also be held, amongst other issues. The INDIA bloc is likely to release the list in a month and restrictions will be followed until the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, a member-leader of the working committee told ET on conditions of anonymity.

Some workers are celebrating their promotions by walking out the door. Promotions are typically considered milestones that solidify an employee’s place at a company. That is not always the case, new research shows.

The U.K. is set to re-enter the European Union’s flagship scientific research program, according to two people familiar with discussions, the biggest step by the U.K. to tighten ties with the bloc since Brexit.

LONDON (Reuters) — Major Glencore (OTC:GLNCY) shareholder BlackRock Inc (NYSE:BLK) was among investors to reject the mining giant's climate progress report at its annual meeting in May, citing inconsistencies, a voting disclosure page on the asset manager's website shows.

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