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Socialist Nithya Raman drew loud groans and hisses from a crowd of Democrats during the Los Angeles mayoral debate after she fumbled while explaining her decision to hire the political consulting firm behind disgraced former Senate candidate Graham Platner's campaign.
After winning the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Maine, Platner, also a socialist, dropped out of the race in July after several ****** ual misconduct allegations. Even before the allegations arose, Platner had stirred significant controversy over his history of inflammatory statements and a chest tattoo critics say resembles a well-known ****** symbol. Though he continues to deny the ****** ual misconduct allegations and maintains his innocence, Platner remains an embarrassment for many Democrats after several prominent figures in the party endorsed and praised him.
During the debate Wednesday night, Raman, a Los Angeles City Council member and a member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Los Angeles chapter, faced questions over her decision to hire the consulting firm Fight Agency.
"[It was] reported that you've hired the same political consulting firm that managed Graham Platner's campaign in Maine, who had to resign amidst ****** ual ****** ault allegations. Is that true? And is that the best choice? And why did you make that decision?" the moderator asked.
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After winning the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Maine, Platner, also a socialist, dropped out of the race in July after several ****** ual misconduct allegations. Even before the allegations arose, Platner had stirred significant controversy over his history of inflammatory statements and a chest tattoo critics say resembles a well-known ****** symbol. Though he continues to deny the ****** ual misconduct allegations and maintains his innocence, Platner remains an embarrassment for many Democrats after several prominent figures in the party endorsed and praised him.
During the debate Wednesday night, Raman, a Los Angeles City Council member and a member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Los Angeles chapter, faced questions over her decision to hire the consulting firm Fight Agency.
"[It was] reported that you've hired the same political consulting firm that managed Graham Platner's campaign in Maine, who had to resign amidst ****** ual ****** ault allegations. Is that true? And is that the best choice? And why did you make that decision?" the moderator asked.
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#raman
9 days ago
As the second quarter earnings season begins to wind down, Wall Street and Main Street alike are tallying up the scores, and the numbers have been unquestionably strong.
With just under 90% of companies in the S&P 500 (^GSPC) having released second quarter earnings, roughly 80% have reported year-on-year EPS growth, putting the quarter in the 94th percentile for the metric, per Bank of America research.
Those results, plus Wall Street consensus forecasts for the third and fourth quarters, put the S&P 500 on track for four consecutive quarters of EPS growth exceeding 20%, per BofA, a phenomenon that has only happened 10 times since 1936.
Part of that story, according to Bank of America strategists led by Savita Subramanian, is the AI boom that has largely been driving the US equity market.
The second quarter has seen broad earnings growth, with 10 out of 11 sectors on pace for positive year-on-year movement, BofA noted. Yet, "even so, AI remained the index's primary growth engine," the strategists wrote. While the median AI-related stock notched EPS growth of 28%, the median non-AI-related stock saw growth of just 12%.
#quarter #street #second #America
With just under 90% of companies in the S&P 500 (^GSPC) having released second quarter earnings, roughly 80% have reported year-on-year EPS growth, putting the quarter in the 94th percentile for the metric, per Bank of America research.
Those results, plus Wall Street consensus forecasts for the third and fourth quarters, put the S&P 500 on track for four consecutive quarters of EPS growth exceeding 20%, per BofA, a phenomenon that has only happened 10 times since 1936.
Part of that story, according to Bank of America strategists led by Savita Subramanian, is the AI boom that has largely been driving the US equity market.
The second quarter has seen broad earnings growth, with 10 out of 11 sectors on pace for positive year-on-year movement, BofA noted. Yet, "even so, AI remained the index's primary growth engine," the strategists wrote. While the median AI-related stock notched EPS growth of 28%, the median non-AI-related stock saw growth of just 12%.
#quarter #street #second #America
11 days ago
Aug 10 (Reuters) - Tata Consultancy Services has received alerts alleging the possible exposure of certain employee-related data, India's largest IT firm said on Monday, adding that there was no indication that customer data or systems have been impacted.
The information referenced in the alerts appears to be over-four-year old and limited to basic employee information, TCS said in a statement, without offering further details including who has issued the alerts and when.
TCS said it has had safeguards in place for over two years against the manner in which this attack was carried out. Its own operational systems have not been impacted, the IT firm said.
"Based on the current review, these controls remain effective, and the Company continues to monitor the environment closely," it said.
(Reporting by Kashish Tandon and Haripriya Suresh in Bengaluru; Editing by Janane Venkatraman and Mrigank Dhaniwala)
#alerts #data #systems
The information referenced in the alerts appears to be over-four-year old and limited to basic employee information, TCS said in a statement, without offering further details including who has issued the alerts and when.
TCS said it has had safeguards in place for over two years against the manner in which this attack was carried out. Its own operational systems have not been impacted, the IT firm said.
"Based on the current review, these controls remain effective, and the Company continues to monitor the environment closely," it said.
(Reporting by Kashish Tandon and Haripriya Suresh in Bengaluru; Editing by Janane Venkatraman and Mrigank Dhaniwala)
#alerts #data #systems
11 days ago
The move, outlined in a meeting held last week between Hirdaramani Group director Sid Hirdaramani and General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) CEO Dr. Mohamed Awad, is part of Egypt's continued push to attract foreign direct investment, particularly in export-oriented manufacturing.
According to GAFI, Hirdaramani Group intends to establish Egypt as a regional centre for manufacturing and exports to global markets, leveraging what the company described as Egypt's "competitive advantages".
The group, which operates more than 30 factories across several countries and employs over 55,000 staff, reported annual revenues of approximately $1.2bn with monthly garment production ranging from 12 million to 18.4 million units exported internationally.
During the meeting, Dr. Awad reiterated GAFI's support for facilitating Hirdaramani's expansion, highlighting the importance of attracting international manufacturers as part of Egypt's strategy to grow its export base and deepen local industrial capabilities.
He stated that such investments help integrate Egypt further into global supply chains and support the development of local supplier industries capable of meeting high international standards.
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According to GAFI, Hirdaramani Group intends to establish Egypt as a regional centre for manufacturing and exports to global markets, leveraging what the company described as Egypt's "competitive advantages".
The group, which operates more than 30 factories across several countries and employs over 55,000 staff, reported annual revenues of approximately $1.2bn with monthly garment production ranging from 12 million to 18.4 million units exported internationally.
During the meeting, Dr. Awad reiterated GAFI's support for facilitating Hirdaramani's expansion, highlighting the importance of attracting international manufacturers as part of Egypt's strategy to grow its export base and deepen local industrial capabilities.
He stated that such investments help integrate Egypt further into global supply chains and support the development of local supplier industries capable of meeting high international standards.
#part
16 days ago
NEW DELHI/MUMBAI, Aug 4 (Reuters) - India has moved a step closer to reintroducing merchant fees on transactions made through its popular Unified Payments Interface (UPI) after proposed changes to the country's payments laws were introduced in parliament on Tuesday.
UPI, one of the world's largest real-time payments networks, processed 23.6 billion transactions worth 29.9 trillion rupees ($313.5 billion) in July, according to official data. Walmart's PhonePe and Alphabet's Google Pay dominate payments via UPI.
Industry executives have long argued that growth in digital payments has become harder to sustain because payment firms earn no fee on UPI transactions, limiting their ability to invest in the ecosystem.
An amendment to India's Payment and Settlement Systems Act, tabled in parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, would allow the introduction of a merchant discount rate (MDR) on digital payments, according to industry and regulatory sources.
The sources said the change creates a legal basis for charging an MDR, but no decision has yet been made on the level of fees or where they would apply.
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UPI, one of the world's largest real-time payments networks, processed 23.6 billion transactions worth 29.9 trillion rupees ($313.5 billion) in July, according to official data. Walmart's PhonePe and Alphabet's Google Pay dominate payments via UPI.
Industry executives have long argued that growth in digital payments has become harder to sustain because payment firms earn no fee on UPI transactions, limiting their ability to invest in the ecosystem.
An amendment to India's Payment and Settlement Systems Act, tabled in parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, would allow the introduction of a merchant discount rate (MDR) on digital payments, according to industry and regulatory sources.
The sources said the change creates a legal basis for charging an MDR, but no decision has yet been made on the level of fees or where they would apply.
#according
17 days ago
DDG is in search of a new cameraman after the previous one left for reasons that the streamer decided to discuss publicly earlier this week.
Prior to announcing the official cameraman tryouts on his Kick stream on Tuesday (July 28), DDG reflected on the situation involving the departure of his now-former camera guy.
"I seen some ****** , it made me be like, 'I made the right decision,'" he said.
DDG implied that the cameraman was unhappy with how much he was getting paid. The streamer explained his justification for the salary, saying, "No cameraman would ever make as much money as the n**** they're filming."
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Prior to announcing the official cameraman tryouts on his Kick stream on Tuesday (July 28), DDG reflected on the situation involving the departure of his now-former camera guy.
"I seen some ****** , it made me be like, 'I made the right decision,'" he said.
DDG implied that the cameraman was unhappy with how much he was getting paid. The streamer explained his justification for the salary, saying, "No cameraman would ever make as much money as the n**** they're filming."
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20 days ago
Schalke produced a dominant display in their pre-season friendly against Regionalliga side Hessen Kassel, with goals from Kenan Karaman, Junior Adamu, Adil Aouchiche, Moussa Sylla and Satoshi Tanaka sealing a comfortable 5-0 victory. However, injuries to Robin Gosens and Dejan Ljubičić cast a shadow over an otherwise encouraging afternoon.
More than 18,000 spectators packed into the Auestadion to watch the newly promoted Bundesliga side take on the regional league outfit. The game got off to a worrying start for Schalke, as new signing Robin Gosens was on the receiving end of a heavy challenge inside the opening minute.
The left-back was left in visible pain and required lengthy treatment before attempting to continue. However, despite battling on, the Germany international was eventually forced off after just 13 minutes.
Schalke's injury concerns worsened after the break when midfielder Dejan Ljubičić was also forced off. The summer signing limped from the pitch, with the extent of both injuries still unclear.
While no official diagnosis has yet been confirmed, there is cautious optimism that neither issue is serious, as both Gosens and Ljubičić were able to leave the field under their own power.
#schalke #however #side #left
More than 18,000 spectators packed into the Auestadion to watch the newly promoted Bundesliga side take on the regional league outfit. The game got off to a worrying start for Schalke, as new signing Robin Gosens was on the receiving end of a heavy challenge inside the opening minute.
The left-back was left in visible pain and required lengthy treatment before attempting to continue. However, despite battling on, the Germany international was eventually forced off after just 13 minutes.
Schalke's injury concerns worsened after the break when midfielder Dejan Ljubičić was also forced off. The summer signing limped from the pitch, with the extent of both injuries still unclear.
While no official diagnosis has yet been confirmed, there is cautious optimism that neither issue is serious, as both Gosens and Ljubičić were able to leave the field under their own power.
#schalke #however #side #left
27 days ago
By Jack Queen
NEW YORK, July 23 (Reuters) - The Trump administration will withdraw subpoenas issued to New York Times' journalists who reported on security concerns about the president flying on a Qatari-donated Air Force One, a prosecutor said at a court hearing on Thursday.
The subpoenas issued by Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton on July 10 were the latest instance of the Trump administration seeking to compel journalists to divulge confidential sources in leak investigations, a practice press-freedom advocates say can chill reporting.
A prosecutor with Clayton's office informed U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian of the decision after the judge spent roughly 1-1/2 hours questioning government attorneys about procedural issues in the leak investigation, including their handling of subpoenas for reporters' phone records.
"The government is prepared unilaterally to withdraw the subpoenas," prosecutor Sean Buckley said, noting that the probe was ongoing and that the government could subpoena the reporters again.
#administration #issued
NEW YORK, July 23 (Reuters) - The Trump administration will withdraw subpoenas issued to New York Times' journalists who reported on security concerns about the president flying on a Qatari-donated Air Force One, a prosecutor said at a court hearing on Thursday.
The subpoenas issued by Manhattan U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton on July 10 were the latest instance of the Trump administration seeking to compel journalists to divulge confidential sources in leak investigations, a practice press-freedom advocates say can chill reporting.
A prosecutor with Clayton's office informed U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian of the decision after the judge spent roughly 1-1/2 hours questioning government attorneys about procedural issues in the leak investigation, including their handling of subpoenas for reporters' phone records.
"The government is prepared unilaterally to withdraw the subpoenas," prosecutor Sean Buckley said, noting that the probe was ongoing and that the government could subpoena the reporters again.
#administration #issued
28 days ago
If you've ever spent a Saturday afternoon in the north of Rome, you'll know that the air feels different when Lazio are playing at home. It's a mixture of nervous energy, the scent of roasting meat from street stalls, and a very specific kind of quiet tension that hums through the crowds heading toward the Stadio Olimpico.
For the Biancocelesti faithful, a match isn't just ninety minutes of football; it's a complex dance with fate. In Italy, they have a word for this that goes beyond simple superstition: Scaramanzia. It's the art of fending off bad luck. It's the belief that if you wear the wrong socks, take the wrong bridge over the Tiber, or speak too confidently about a win, you'll personally be responsible for a last-minute goal from the opposition. While some might call it irrational, for those in the Curva Nord, it's a science.
The journey to the stadium usually starts at the Ponte Milvio. This ancient bridge, famous for its history and more recently for its "love locks," serves as the psychological gateway for Lazio fans. You'll see thousands of supporters gathered here, and if you look closely, you'll notice the patterns. It isn't just about getting a drink before the game; it's about the repetition of specific actions that have "worked" in the past.
I've spoken to fans who have worn the same faded shirt to every home game for a decade. It doesn't matter if it's thirty degrees in August or freezing in January; that shirt is a lucky charm. If they wash it, they're washing the luck away. It sounds absurd to an outsider, but when you're standing in the middle of a crowd of passionate Italians, you start to believe it too.
The food rituals are just as strict. Many fans won't dream of entering the stadium without a specific meal at a specific stall near the bridge. Whether it's a porchetta sandwich or a simple slice of pizza, the consistency provides a sense of control over an outcome that is, in reality, entirely out of their hands. It's a way of grounding themselves before the emotional rollercoaster begins.
#fans #lazio #isn 't #luck
For the Biancocelesti faithful, a match isn't just ninety minutes of football; it's a complex dance with fate. In Italy, they have a word for this that goes beyond simple superstition: Scaramanzia. It's the art of fending off bad luck. It's the belief that if you wear the wrong socks, take the wrong bridge over the Tiber, or speak too confidently about a win, you'll personally be responsible for a last-minute goal from the opposition. While some might call it irrational, for those in the Curva Nord, it's a science.
The journey to the stadium usually starts at the Ponte Milvio. This ancient bridge, famous for its history and more recently for its "love locks," serves as the psychological gateway for Lazio fans. You'll see thousands of supporters gathered here, and if you look closely, you'll notice the patterns. It isn't just about getting a drink before the game; it's about the repetition of specific actions that have "worked" in the past.
I've spoken to fans who have worn the same faded shirt to every home game for a decade. It doesn't matter if it's thirty degrees in August or freezing in January; that shirt is a lucky charm. If they wash it, they're washing the luck away. It sounds absurd to an outsider, but when you're standing in the middle of a crowd of passionate Italians, you start to believe it too.
The food rituals are just as strict. Many fans won't dream of entering the stadium without a specific meal at a specific stall near the bridge. Whether it's a porchetta sandwich or a simple slice of pizza, the consistency provides a sense of control over an outcome that is, in reality, entirely out of their hands. It's a way of grounding themselves before the emotional rollercoaster begins.
#fans #lazio #isn 't #luck
1 month ago
A Fort Worth Police officer ticketed a preacher in late June, claiming the content of his speech was offensive. This week the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division launched an inquiry into the incident to determine if the officer violated the First Amendment.
The widely circulated video of the confrontation shows an officer and a protester during the Trinity Pride Fest on June 27. "If someone is offended by your talking, then we have a problem," said Officer Sara Stogner.
"That's a constitutional violation of our rights," responds David Grisham, a street preacher and retired federal law enforcement officer. The two continue to argue when Stogner **** erts, "OK, then I'll write you the ticket, and we'll go from there."
"Wait, you're going to ticket us for offensive speech?" the cameraman asks incredulously. To which the officer confidently responds, "Yes, absolutely."
Stogner continues to claim she can ticket the two men for disorderly conduct "if someone complains that your language or what you're saying is offensive."
But that's not how the First Amendment works, according to legal experts. "The First Amendment does not allow government officials to shut down speech simply on account of it being 'offensive,'" said Brennan VanderVeen, program counsel at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. "The government can restrict certain types of conduct or restrict noise above a certain volume level," he continued, but citing someone because people are offended by the content of protected speech is "precisely what the First Amendment does not allow."
The widely circulated video of the confrontation shows an officer and a protester during the Trinity Pride Fest on June 27. "If someone is offended by your talking, then we have a problem," said Officer Sara Stogner.
"That's a constitutional violation of our rights," responds David Grisham, a street preacher and retired federal law enforcement officer. The two continue to argue when Stogner **** erts, "OK, then I'll write you the ticket, and we'll go from there."
"Wait, you're going to ticket us for offensive speech?" the cameraman asks incredulously. To which the officer confidently responds, "Yes, absolutely."
Stogner continues to claim she can ticket the two men for disorderly conduct "if someone complains that your language or what you're saying is offensive."
But that's not how the First Amendment works, according to legal experts. "The First Amendment does not allow government officials to shut down speech simply on account of it being 'offensive,'" said Brennan VanderVeen, program counsel at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. "The government can restrict certain types of conduct or restrict noise above a certain volume level," he continued, but citing someone because people are offended by the content of protected speech is "precisely what the First Amendment does not allow."
1 month ago
By Stephen Nellis, Jaspreet Singh and Deepa Seetharaman
July 10 (Reuters) - Apple on Friday sued OpenAI and two former employees, alleging misappropriation of its trade secrets to benefit the ChatGPT-owner's foray into consumer hardware, a dramatic escalation of already simmering tension between the two companies.
The complaint accuses OpenAI of orchestrating a broad effort to systematically acquire and exploit Apple's confidential information through former employees, recruiting practices and supplier relationships to accelerate its push into the consumer hardware business.
"We have no interest in other companies' trade secrets," OpenAI said in a statement. "We remain focused on building innovative technology that empowers people everywhere."
The lawsuit sets up a battle over who will control future AI devices that may not use traditional apps or operating systems — devices which, if successful, would direct consumer attention away from Apple's best-selling iPhone. ******* ysts believe OpenAI is working on a phone or other device of its own.
July 10 (Reuters) - Apple on Friday sued OpenAI and two former employees, alleging misappropriation of its trade secrets to benefit the ChatGPT-owner's foray into consumer hardware, a dramatic escalation of already simmering tension between the two companies.
The complaint accuses OpenAI of orchestrating a broad effort to systematically acquire and exploit Apple's confidential information through former employees, recruiting practices and supplier relationships to accelerate its push into the consumer hardware business.
"We have no interest in other companies' trade secrets," OpenAI said in a statement. "We remain focused on building innovative technology that empowers people everywhere."
The lawsuit sets up a battle over who will control future AI devices that may not use traditional apps or operating systems — devices which, if successful, would direct consumer attention away from Apple's best-selling iPhone. ******* ysts believe OpenAI is working on a phone or other device of its own.
1 month ago
By Kavya Balaraman
July 9 (Reuters) - Skyrocketing demand from artificial intelligence data centers is exacerbating shortages of critical grid equipment like transformers across the U.S., driving up costs, stretching out wait times and spurring utilities and developers to lock in orders far in advance.
Transformers, which are used to step up or step down electricity voltage, have witnessed persistent shortages over the last five years, when demand began to rebound faster than supply due to COVID-19-related lockdowns.
Supplies are being further squeezed by the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure, experts say. Lead times, or the time taken between an initial order and its delivery, for some high-voltage transformers have increased to multiple years from around a year in 2020 and 2021.
"Equipment availability is becoming the biggest concern for developers as they value time to market so highly," said Ben Boucher, senior **** yst with consultancy Wood Mackenzie.
July 9 (Reuters) - Skyrocketing demand from artificial intelligence data centers is exacerbating shortages of critical grid equipment like transformers across the U.S., driving up costs, stretching out wait times and spurring utilities and developers to lock in orders far in advance.
Transformers, which are used to step up or step down electricity voltage, have witnessed persistent shortages over the last five years, when demand began to rebound faster than supply due to COVID-19-related lockdowns.
Supplies are being further squeezed by the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure, experts say. Lead times, or the time taken between an initial order and its delivery, for some high-voltage transformers have increased to multiple years from around a year in 2020 and 2021.
"Equipment availability is becoming the biggest concern for developers as they value time to market so highly," said Ben Boucher, senior **** yst with consultancy Wood Mackenzie.
2 months ago
Braiin Limited (NASDAQ:BRAI) is one of the best new tech stocks to buy according to ****** ysts. On June 17, Braiin announced a landmark partnership with BillCentral Pty Ltd to deploy its full-stack Agentic AI customer experience platform. This agreement marks a major milestone for the company's CXaaS division and is expected to accelerate the rollout of its enterprise AI suite across Australia and international markets.
The company is positioning its AI-native infrastructure to capture a share of the global CXaaS market, which is projected to exceed $ 20 billion. By replacing fragmented legacy systems with a unified ecosystem for voice, messaging, and workflow automation, Braiin Limited (NASDAQ:BRAI) aims to improve operational efficiency and secure a scalable, recurring SaaS revenue model.
CEO Natraj Balasubramanian emphasized that the partnership validates the company's Agentic AI strategy and its ability to deliver enterprise-grade engagement tools. Utilizing over 15 years of industry experience, the platform is designed to automate complex workflows while reducing costs, further integrating AI into the company's broader PropTech and transaction infrastructure ecosystem.
Braiin Limited (NASDAQ:BRAI) is a multifaceted technology firm that integrates AI, automation, and various service sectors to manage connected consumer experiences and home infrastructure.
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The company is positioning its AI-native infrastructure to capture a share of the global CXaaS market, which is projected to exceed $ 20 billion. By replacing fragmented legacy systems with a unified ecosystem for voice, messaging, and workflow automation, Braiin Limited (NASDAQ:BRAI) aims to improve operational efficiency and secure a scalable, recurring SaaS revenue model.
CEO Natraj Balasubramanian emphasized that the partnership validates the company's Agentic AI strategy and its ability to deliver enterprise-grade engagement tools. Utilizing over 15 years of industry experience, the platform is designed to automate complex workflows while reducing costs, further integrating AI into the company's broader PropTech and transaction infrastructure ecosystem.
Braiin Limited (NASDAQ:BRAI) is a multifaceted technology firm that integrates AI, automation, and various service sectors to manage connected consumer experiences and home infrastructure.
While we acknowledge the potential of BRAI as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
2 months ago
By Sethuraman N R
NEW DELHI, July 3 (Reuters) - India's coal-fired power generation surged to a near-three-year high in June because of increased cooling demand from higher temperatures from an extended heatwave and below-average monsoon rainfall, government data showed.
India's total electricity generation in June rose 10.4% from a year ago to 178.31 billion kilowatt‑hours, according to Reuters calculations of daily data from federal grid regulator Grid-India.
Coal-fired power generation rose about 14% year-on-year to 120.20 billion kWh in June, the highest since November 2023, the data showed.
Last month, India logged its fifth-driest June since 1901 due to a strong El Nino pattern, with searing heat driving demand for cooling, according to weather office data. The El Nino is a weather phenomenon caused by a warming of the Pacific Ocean waters off South America that tends to cause hot, dry weather in South and Southeast Asia.
NEW DELHI, July 3 (Reuters) - India's coal-fired power generation surged to a near-three-year high in June because of increased cooling demand from higher temperatures from an extended heatwave and below-average monsoon rainfall, government data showed.
India's total electricity generation in June rose 10.4% from a year ago to 178.31 billion kilowatt‑hours, according to Reuters calculations of daily data from federal grid regulator Grid-India.
Coal-fired power generation rose about 14% year-on-year to 120.20 billion kWh in June, the highest since November 2023, the data showed.
Last month, India logged its fifth-driest June since 1901 due to a strong El Nino pattern, with searing heat driving demand for cooling, according to weather office data. The El Nino is a weather phenomenon caused by a warming of the Pacific Ocean waters off South America that tends to cause hot, dry weather in South and Southeast Asia.
2 months ago
Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (Va.) on Sunday criticized President Trump for canceling the signing of a bipartisan housing bill.
"I don't know with this president, because he's said that he doesn't care about rising costs," Subramanyam told host Chris Stirewalt on NewsNation's "The Hill Sunday," regarding whether he expects Trump to sign the bill this upcoming week.
"He said … if he doesn't have a housing problem and his friends don't have [a] problem with housing, then it doesn't matter to him," the Virginia Democrat added. "So, I actually wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't sign it."
Trump canceled the signing of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on Wednesday, despite the legislation gaining passage through both chambers of Congress via overwhelming, veto-proof majorities.
The president said he will not sign the housing bill until the Senate passes the House-approved Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act — which proposes requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.
"I don't know with this president, because he's said that he doesn't care about rising costs," Subramanyam told host Chris Stirewalt on NewsNation's "The Hill Sunday," regarding whether he expects Trump to sign the bill this upcoming week.
"He said … if he doesn't have a housing problem and his friends don't have [a] problem with housing, then it doesn't matter to him," the Virginia Democrat added. "So, I actually wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't sign it."
Trump canceled the signing of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on Wednesday, despite the legislation gaining passage through both chambers of Congress via overwhelming, veto-proof majorities.
The president said he will not sign the housing bill until the Senate passes the House-approved Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act — which proposes requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.
2 months ago
As reported by Paul Joyce on Sunday, Liverpool have rejected a second offer from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones.
Fabrizio Romano claimed earlier this month that the Serie A champions are ‘very interested’ in the midfielder, who’s said to be ‘keen on the move’, and the Nerazzurri had unsuccessfully sought to sign him on loan in January.
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However, as per Anantaajith Raghuraman for The Athletic, the Reds don’t want to lose the 25-year-old (who’s valued at £35m) and would only sanction a sale if they receive a ‘suitable offer’ and the player pushes for an exit.
On Sunday evening, Joyce reported for The Times that Inter have failed with a second bid for Jones, with their £21m offer falling well short of Liverpool’s valuation.
Fabrizio Romano claimed earlier this month that the Serie A champions are ‘very interested’ in the midfielder, who’s said to be ‘keen on the move’, and the Nerazzurri had unsuccessfully sought to sign him on loan in January.
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However, as per Anantaajith Raghuraman for The Athletic, the Reds don’t want to lose the 25-year-old (who’s valued at £35m) and would only sanction a sale if they receive a ‘suitable offer’ and the player pushes for an exit.
On Sunday evening, Joyce reported for The Times that Inter have failed with a second bid for Jones, with their £21m offer falling well short of Liverpool’s valuation.
2 months ago
Warren Barton was left “dripping with blood” after being hit by an apparent beer bottle during his World Cup 2026 commentary duties in Colombia’s 3-1 win over Uzbekistan.
Barton was at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City to team up with Jacqui Oatley during the Fox broadcast. The wild atmosphere saw both commentators drenched with beer in the first half after Daniel Munoz broke the deadlock for Colombia.
And the wild scenes continued in the second half when Barton appeared to be hit by a projectile in the closing stages of the contest, though the former Newcastle and Wimbledon player persevered with the commentary to the end, which saw a frantic finale, including Jaminton Campaz’s stoppage-time strike.
Later, Oatley posted an update on X, revealing that Barton was “OK” after the incident. “That was an unusual one,” she said. “Getting drenched in beer while commentating on a goal (quite refreshing, actually) and poor Warren Barton as whacked/cut in the head by a flying bottle!
“I heard him being hit and turned round to see blood trickling down his forehead. He’s OK. Poor cameraman wiped out/injured by tackle too.”
Barton was at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City to team up with Jacqui Oatley during the Fox broadcast. The wild atmosphere saw both commentators drenched with beer in the first half after Daniel Munoz broke the deadlock for Colombia.
And the wild scenes continued in the second half when Barton appeared to be hit by a projectile in the closing stages of the contest, though the former Newcastle and Wimbledon player persevered with the commentary to the end, which saw a frantic finale, including Jaminton Campaz’s stoppage-time strike.
Later, Oatley posted an update on X, revealing that Barton was “OK” after the incident. “That was an unusual one,” she said. “Getting drenched in beer while commentating on a goal (quite refreshing, actually) and poor Warren Barton as whacked/cut in the head by a flying bottle!
“I heard him being hit and turned round to see blood trickling down his forehead. He’s OK. Poor cameraman wiped out/injured by tackle too.”
2 months ago
Spencer Pratt is at the center of a growing political controversy in Los Angeles after a series of videos surfaced showing Skid Row residents claiming they were paid or otherwise incentivized to vote for Mayor Karen Bass and councilwoman Nithya Raman.
The videos posted to TikTok were recorded near 7th Street and Flower Street in downtown Los Angeles, per a New York Post report published Tuesday, June 9, which noted the footage has been turned over to the Department of Justice.
In one clip, a man who identified himself as Kevin Shepherd, who has been living on Skid Row for five years, claimed he received $4 in exchange for completing a mail-in ballot for Bass and dropping it in a ballot box. Shepherd said he was initially offered $2 but negotiated for a higher payment.
Another man on Skid Row who said he was a registered voter — but not in that county — described a more directed form of alleged influence. "They gave me a whole paper of what to write and who to sign," he said. "I just signed off on it to make some money."
A woman in a wheelchair also spoke on camera about the alleged arrangement. "I signed twice and could pick out whatever I wanted," she said, describing being offered a gift in exchange for her vote, in the video.
The videos posted to TikTok were recorded near 7th Street and Flower Street in downtown Los Angeles, per a New York Post report published Tuesday, June 9, which noted the footage has been turned over to the Department of Justice.
In one clip, a man who identified himself as Kevin Shepherd, who has been living on Skid Row for five years, claimed he received $4 in exchange for completing a mail-in ballot for Bass and dropping it in a ballot box. Shepherd said he was initially offered $2 but negotiated for a higher payment.
Another man on Skid Row who said he was a registered voter — but not in that county — described a more directed form of alleged influence. "They gave me a whole paper of what to write and who to sign," he said. "I just signed off on it to make some money."
A woman in a wheelchair also spoke on camera about the alleged arrangement. "I signed twice and could pick out whatever I wanted," she said, describing being offered a gift in exchange for her vote, in the video.
2 months ago
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt lost his bid for Los Angeles mayor, placing third in the city's closely watched primary after several days of vote-counting
Incumbent L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman, both Democrats, will advance to the general election on Nov. 3
Pratt, 42, previously threatened to move out of L.A. if Bass or Raman are elected
Spencer Pratt, a former reality television star turned political hopeful, lost his long shot bid for Los Angeles mayor, placing third in the city's closely watched primary after months of headline-grabbing interviews and campaigning that brought national attention to the race.
Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, was the first to secure a spot on the general election ballot as votes were tallied in the aftermath of the nonpartisan primary on Tuesday, June 2, leaving Pratt and Democratic City Councilwoman Nithya Raman, fighting for second place in a contest where only the top two proceed.
Incumbent L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman, both Democrats, will advance to the general election on Nov. 3
Pratt, 42, previously threatened to move out of L.A. if Bass or Raman are elected
Spencer Pratt, a former reality television star turned political hopeful, lost his long shot bid for Los Angeles mayor, placing third in the city's closely watched primary after months of headline-grabbing interviews and campaigning that brought national attention to the race.
Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, a Democrat, was the first to secure a spot on the general election ballot as votes were tallied in the aftermath of the nonpartisan primary on Tuesday, June 2, leaving Pratt and Democratic City Councilwoman Nithya Raman, fighting for second place in a contest where only the top two proceed.
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