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A government shutdown at risk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to figure out how to meet President-elect Donald Trump’s sudden demands — and keep his own job

digital marketing lead. What was meant to be a routine discussion about their skills and career aspirations turned into an uncomfortable and humiliating encounter, he said in post on social media. During the interview, the CEO laughed at one of their previous job roles, dismissing it as a “gig” instead of a real job, solely because it was a remote position for an overseas company. Despite attempts to explain the nature of their work, the professional felt belittled and exhausted by the interaction, he said. The situation worsened when the CEO mocked his career trajectory, pointing out that their last three jobs were in different industries. Instead of appreciating the adaptability and diverse experience, the interviewer appeared to see this as a lack of focus or commitment. The professional left the interview feeling humiliated and questioning whether this treatment was normal or an indication of something deeper about the company’s culture.

Nirmala Sitharaman lauded the customs officials of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (CSMI) Airport for their vigilance and successful seizure of over 2 kg of smuggled gold worth Rs 1.48 crore. In a social media post, the minister wrote, «Appreciate @mumbaicus3 for showing diligence. Well done,» acknowledging the team's efforts. The Customs Department at the Mumbai airport intercepted two cases of gold smuggling during December 18-19, 2024. The officials confiscated a total of 2.073 kg of 24-karat gold, which had been smuggled in innovative ways.

Fans can expect the complete season to drop on February 6, 2025, as mentioned in a report by What’s On Netflix. Here’s everything we know about Sweet Magnolias Season 4 and what could lie ahead in Sweet Magnolias Season 5.

Donald Trump has delivered a probable death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations by rejecting the measure as a “betrayal of our country” just days before a spending deadline

BJP on Thursday launched a fresh attack on the Congress over its treatment of B R Ambedkar as the ruling party's president J P Nadda asked the opposition party to «stop lying». Nadda reiterated his party's accusations against the Congress for insulting and ignoring Ambedkar and his legacy, and cited the work undertaken by the Modi government to honour his legacy. His posts on X came amid the opposition's relentless attack on Home Minister Amit Shah for allegedly insulting Ambedkar during his Rajya Sabha speech. He told the Congress and its «rotten ecosystem» that they lost Lok Sabha polls for a third consecutive time in June and performed badly in a number of assembly polls.

A popular social media influencer has issued an apology after a Swedish tabloid published a report saying she created a work environment filled with fear and psychological pressure at her fashion brand

Alberta’s premier responded to President-elect Donald Trump’s trolling of Canada by saying the trade deficit with the country is due to billions of raw materials being sent south which creates trillions of wealth in America

The Supreme Court will hear arguments next month over the constitutionality of the federal law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. if its Chinese parent company doesn’t sell it

Harit Nagpal, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Play Ltd., recently sparked controversy on social media by using the term «rent» to describe the hiring of employees. In a LinkedIn post, Mr. Nagpal emphasized the importance of embracing the unique perspectives and attitudes of hired individuals, granting them the freedom to grow. In return, he explained, their increased knowledge and confidence would contribute to the company’s success. However, his choice of words in the opening line—"rent people"—left many readers puzzled. His post read, “Don't build careers. Rent people. This isn't their first job. They won't retire here. Allow them to bring their beliefs and attitudes with them. Let them be and do what they couldn't where they were before. As their knowledge and confidence grows, they will learn to fly and make you soar too. And when they leave, they'll encourage others like them to join you.” The post, shared a few days ago, has since garnered significant attention and sparked varied reactions. While some praised his insight, others found the phrasing difficult to overlook.

Ramsey Solutions personality Jade Warshaw breaks down how to get the most out of your Social Security check and more on ‘The Bottom Line.’

Mayor of Kingstown will return for a fourth season. Paramount+ announced the renewal after Season 3’s explosive finale earlier this year.

Bettina Anderson, Donald Trump Jr.'s new girlfriend, wants a cosy charitable position in the Trump administration. Anderson is a Palm Beach socialite who has stated that she would like to be on one of the advisory committees or community outreach boards of the Trump White House, according to a source familiar with the transition efforts, as quoted in a report by The NY Post. She has been vying for the top position on the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. She has been schmoozing insiders at Donald Trump's resort home after his eldest son called it quits with his fiancée of nearly four years, Kimberly Guilfoyle. The breakup occurred at the same time that Guilfoyle was appointed US ambassador to Greece. Trump called the former Fox News host a close friend and ally in a Truth Social post announcing the appointment. He also acknowledged her extensive experience and leadership in law, media, and politics, along with her sharp intellect, describing her as extremely qualified to represent the United States and safeguard its interests abroad.

Trump ally Elon Musk said on Wednesday that U.S. lawmakers who vote for a stopgap measure to fund the government past Saturday should be voted out of office, a move that could complicate the U.S. Congress' efforts to avert a partial government shutdown. «Any member of the House or Senate who votes for this outrageous spending bill deserves to be voted out in 2 years!» the Tesla chief executive and world's richest person wrote on his X social media platform. The federal government will run out of money to fund operations on Saturday unless Congress acts. Negotiators on Tuesday agreed on a deal to extend funding through March 14.

Donald Trump lobbed a fresh taunt at Canada as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tries to weather a crisis sparked by the sudden departure of a minister who was a bulwark against the U.S.president-elect’s plan to start trade wars with his neighbours.

MMA) fighter Conor McGregor has reached a preliminary agreement to fight American social media influencer-turned-fighter Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match, the former UFC champion said on social media on Tuesday. McGregor, who was ordered to pay damages last month after a jury in a civil trial at Ireland's High Court found he assaulted a woman in 2018, said the fight would take place in India but did not specify when it would potentially occur. «I am in preliminary agreements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition in India. I have agreed,» McGregor wrote on X. «I will then seek my return to the Octagon,» he posted.

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Anand Mahindra, the chairperson of the Mahindra Group, recently shared a compelling update on social media highlighting the market capitalization rankings of the world’s top automakers. Leading the list is Tesla, valued at an astonishing $1.23 trillion, followed by Toyota at $233.26 billion. Chinese automakers BYD and Xiaomi secured the third and fourth spots with valuations of $107.52 billion and $105.72 billion, respectively. Mahindra & Mahindra ranked 11th, with a market capitalization of $43.12 billion, placing it ahead of major global players like Stellantis, Ford, and Renault. Reflecting on this achievement, Anand Mahindra traced the company’s journey back from the early 1990s when India’s economy opened up. At that time, the world doubted whether Indian automakers could survive without external partnerships. Mahindra sought technological collaboration with companies like Peugeot (now part of Stellantis), Ford, and Renault to learn the art of building modern vehicles. While expressing gratitude for these partnerships, he noted the sense of fulfillment in seeing Mahindra now outpace some of these former collaborators in global market capitalizations. He emphasized that such milestones are never permanent but are a reminder of the constant effort required to stay competitive. Mahindra’s customer-centric approach and commitment to excellence, he stated, remain central to their long-term success and relevance.

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) went up by 3% in October to 1.78 million compared to 1.72 million in October 2023, shows the provisional payroll data released by the ministry of labour and employment on Wednesday. Month-on-month, the formal jobs created under ESIC, however, fell by 13.2% when compared to 2.05 million formal jobs created in September 2024. As per the provisional payroll data, around 21,588 new establishments have been brought under the social security ambit of the ESI scheme in October compared to 23,043 establishments added in September, 2024.

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