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Trump sends National Guard troops to quell LA immigration protests
Donald Trump deployed National Guard troops to Los Angeles amidst protests against immigration raids. This decision, opposed by California Governor Gavin Newsom, follows clashes between federal agents and protesters. Demonstrators expressed anger over migrant arrests. Karoline Leavitt cited lawlessness as the reason. Karen Bass indicated troops were not yet deployed. Newsom criticized the move as inflammatory, urging peaceful protest.
Matches made less and less in eHeaven
Dating apps are facing challenges as successful matches shrink the market and information gaps lead to user dissatisfaction. The focus shifts from finding genuine connections to monetizing lingering users. While competition and better information sharing could solve these issues, industry leaders prioritize profit through acquisitions and AI, alienating customers.
We will break barrier of 50 pc cap on quotas: Rahul Gandhi in Bihar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, during his visit to Bihar, challenged the 50 per cent cap on caste-based reservations, promising to remove it in states where his party gains power. He advocated for a caste census, citing its success in Telangana and Karnataka.
Trump-Musk spat spills onto social media: Blow-by-blow account of how the tiff unfolded
A public feud has erupted between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, playing out on social media. The conflict began with Musk criticising Trump's spending bill, leading to a series of retaliatory posts, where Trump threatened to cancel government subsidies and contracts granted to the billionaire's companies.
Royals vs. Cardinals lineups revealed ahead of June 5 matchup at Busch Stadium
The Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals have released their lineups for the June 5, 2025, matchup. With left-hander Mason Cameron facing right-hander Miles Mikolas, both teams bring distinct offensive profiles into the interleague game as Kansas City aims to climb in the standings while St. Louis looks to stabilize
America defanged WTO. India wants its fangs back
India prioritises restoring the WTO's dispute settlement mechanism, stalled since 2019 due to U.S. blocking of appointments to the Appellate Body. The U.S. criticizes the system as litigious and infringing on sovereignty, while developing nations see it as vital for fair trade. The paralysis undermines the WTO's role, potentially increasing unilateral actions and disadvantaging smaller countries.
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Wants his son to become king of Bihar despite not passing 9th class: Prashant Kishor slams Lalu Yadav
Prashant Kishor criticized Lalu Prasad Yadav for prioritizing his son Tejaswhi's political career despite his education, contrasting it with the struggles of educated but unemployed youth in Bihar. Kishor, during his 'Bihar Badlav Yatra' in Saran, highlighted public frustration with corruption and a desire for change, noting the diverse attendance at his rallies.
How fast you take loans also impacts your credit score, not just the amount: Bhavesh Jain, MD & CEO, TransUnion CIBIL
A lot more needs to be done to educate borrowers on the finer aspects of credit behaviour. Often, the borrowers don’t understand the impact of missing even one or two payments, says Bhavesh Jain, MD & CEO of TransUnion CIBIL.
End of the Musk-Trump era: From Silicon Valley disruptor to DOGE head, how Musk's legacy shaped Trump 2.0
Elon Musk's brief but disruptive tenure as a senior advisor in the Trump administration concluded with unmet expectations and considerable damage. Arriving with promises of government efficiency and significant budget cuts, Musk's confrontational approach led to controversial firings, operational crises, and limited tangible results.
Day after PM lauds caste census decision, Cong takes swipe at him with two videos
Following PM Narendra Modi's support for a caste census, Congress has attacked him. They shared old videos of Modi criticizing the idea. Jairam Ramesh highlighted Modi's past statements against caste-based surveys. BJP defended the census, stating it aligns with their goal of uplifting marginalized communities. The central government recently announced the inclusion of caste details in the upcoming census.
Redmi Watch Move review: Familiar form, smarter function
Redmi Watch Move is priced at Rs.1,999. The smartwatch runs with both Android & iOS devices. The smartwatch boasts a wide variety of sensors.
Early jitters: May rains shed light on Delhi's poor preparedness for monsoon
Heavy rainfall in Delhi exposed the city's inadequate monsoon preparedness, causing widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Key areas like Dhaula Kuan and Minto Bridge were severely affected, overwhelming drainage systems. While officials claim swift action, citizens voiced frustration over persistent issues, leading to a political blame game regarding infrastructure maintenance and responsiveness.
Dillon Brooks accused of trying to injure Steph Curry in Houston Rockets versus Golden State Warriors Game 3
Dillon Brooks faced accusations of targeting Steph Curry's injured thumb during Game 4 between the Rockets and Warriors, overshadowing Golden State's victory. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter when Brooks appeared to swipe at Curry's bandaged hand after he launched a three-pointer. Social media erupted with debate, with many accusing Brooks of attempting to injure Curry.
Trump names ‘8 non-tariff sins’ in Easter post, threatens trade payback
In a striking Easter Sunday message, US President Donald Trump issued a scathing eight-point list accusing global trade partners of "non-tariff cheating," targeting practices like currency manipulation and IP theft. The post, released on Truth Social, comes amid ongoing trade talks with China and follows Trump’s 90-day tariff pause for most partners. Blending holiday greetings with political attacks, Trump also lashed out at Joe Biden, US judges, and the Left, while declaring his mission to “Make America Great Again.”
CPI(M) demands judicial probe into Murshidabad riots, says violence 'scripted for political gains'
CPI(M) demanded a judicial probe into the Murshidabad riots, accusing TMC and BJP of colluding to instigate violence for political gains ahead of the 2026 elections. Mohammed Salim alleged both parties are engaging in communalism to divert attention from unemployment, price rise, and corruption.
Hugh Jackman tosses a verbal grenade at Ryan Reynolds just as Blake Lively Justin Baldoni scandal heats up, fans wonder if their feud is turning real
Hugh Jackman playfully called out Ryan Reynolds during his Radio City Music Hall performance, expressing mock anger about being excluded from a dance scene in Deadpool & Wolverine. He humorously questioned Ryan's dancing abilities and revealed he was left out of the opening sequence featuring an NSYNC song.
Desi techies’ US woes; ETtech Done Deals
Happy Wednesday! Indian techies in the US are raising alarms online over layoffs and a dismal job market. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Indian-American comedian Zarna Garg’s hilarious and honest matrimonial ad might be the dating blueprint for the modern age
Zarna Garg, an Indian-American comedian, found her husband through a unique matrimonial ad 27 years ago. She shared this story on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The ad demanded ambition, honesty, and even tax returns. Zarna defied arranged marriage, became a lawyer, and then a comedian. She is now touring globally and has a Prime Video special.
Swipe left! AI-generated bots proliferate online dating space
Cybersecurity firm McAfee has found in a survey that 77% of Indians have come across fake profiles and photos generated using AI tools created to commit romance scams and catfishing. 39% of Indians said their conversations with a potential love interest online turned out to be with a scammer.
Tinder-owner Match Group swipes left on Russia, will exit by June 30
Many digital services providers with few staff in Russia, such as Spotify and Netflix, pulled out shortly after Moscow began its military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022.
Hybrid workplaces swipe left on attendance machines
The clock-in/clock-out system lost its relevance at artificial intelligence and analytics firm Fractal well before the pandemic set in, says Rohini Singh, its chief people officer.
Setting your swipes and a good screening can help you managing email overload on the go
Many apps include shortcuts to streamline the mail handling.
'Swipe Night': Tinder's popular murder mystery series returns for part two
People will be paired with others to debate likely suspects and analyze clues.
No room for bullying: Dating apps swipe left on those that body shame
Many believe people are more likely to make unsolicited comments online, says a Bumble survey.
Got too many numbers in your contact list? Cinder will help you manage them
We haven't seen an easier way to prune old contacts from iOS before this.
Cleanfox review: The app lets you clean up the inbox in an easy manner
This app is 100% free — no ads, no restrictions and no limitations.
Kiren Rijiju takes swipe at Left's win in JNU polls
Unlike JNU, in Delhi University which had embraced the ABVP, the students were "fresh minded" and insulated from the "obsolete" Left ideology, he said.
On the Grape Vine: Scion seeking Tinder loving care?
There is no case to be made against swiping right or swiping left. After all, the honest-to-God reason for being in this space could only be to meet new people
10 guys you will typically find on dating apps
Find yourself newly single and are dreading the idea of jumping face-first into the dating cesspool again? Well, dating apps could be the solution for you.
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