US joblessness data: Applications for benefits remain in historically healthy range; fell to 227,000 last week

Unemployment benefit claims in the US recently dipped, signaling continued strength in the labor market despite economic uncertainties. Initial applications fell to 227,000, below analysts’ predictions, while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1%. However, major firms like Microsoft and Google have announced job cuts, and concerns persist over the impact of tariffs on economic…

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Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy century-old cereal maker WK Kellogg for $3.1 billion

Italian confectioner Ferrero, famed for Nutella, is set to acquire WK Kellogg, the century-old U.S. cereal giant, for $3.1 billion. The deal encompasses iconic brands like Fruit Loops and Rice Krispies across the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean. This acquisition follows Kellogg’s 2023 split, spinning off snack brands into Kellanova. Ferrero’s expansion continues after previous…

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Vadodara bridge collapse: Gujarat CM suspends four officials; police register accidental death complaint

Following the collapse of the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge over the Mahisagar river in Vadodara, Gujarat’s Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has suspended four government officials. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, resulted in sixteen fatalities and several injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse, while police have registered an accidental death complaint.

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New elusive dating trend banksying is here, and it makes ghosting look polite

Banksying, named after the elusive artist, describes a slow emotional withdrawal from a relationship. Unlike ghosting, it involves a gradual fading, leaving the other person confused and questioning. This silent exit, often motivated by fear of confrontation, can be more damaging than a direct breakup, highlighting the importance of open communication and honesty in relationships.

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