A recent study reveals that the type of dietary fat, rather than overall fat mass, significantly impacts cancer development in obese individuals. Animal fats like lard and beef tallow compromise anti-tumor immunity and accelerate tumor growth in mice.
Silver prices surged for the third consecutive day, nearing a record high of Rs 1,57,000 per kilogram in Delhi. This rally is driven by global uncertainties, the US government shutdown, and strong safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and economic concerns. Year-to-date, silver has seen a significant jump of over 75%.
Steve Kerr revealed that Michael Jordan’s unexpected departure from basketball in 1993 inadvertently benefited his career. Joining the Chicago Bulls with a non-guaranteed deal, Kerr gained crucial playing time due to Jordan’s absence. This exposure allowed him to develop his skills alongside NBA legends like Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant, ultimately transforming him into a…
Parag Agrawal, ex-CEO of Twitter, is now leading Parallel Web Systems. This AI startup focuses on improving AI agents for computer tasks. It secured $30 million in funding, including from Vinod Khosla. Parallel aims to enhance AI’s web search capabilities. Agrawal’s team operates from Palo Alto. He wants this venture to define his career post-Twitter.
LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers is uncertain, sparking debate during the NBA offseason. An NBA executive suggests James made a mistake by not returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers, believing a team with Mitchell, Mobley, Allen, and Garland would have dominated. James emphasizes the importance of loving the process to achieve success, both…
Shashi Tharoor’s critique of the 1975 Emergency, particularly Sanjay Gandhi’s sterilization campaigns, has stirred debate within the Congress party. His article in Deepika highlights the fragility of democracy and the need for vigilance against authoritarian tendencies. This comes amid existing tensions between Tharoor and the party leadership, further fueled by differing views and public statements.
Aravind Srinivas, 31-year-old co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, has debuted on the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 as the country’s youngest billionaire with a net worth of Rs 21,190 crore. His achievement signals India’s economic transition towards a deep-tech, product-led powerhouse. Srinivas, who built his fortune on a foundational AI model, plans to…
Brock Boeser declined a potentially more lucrative, short-term offer from the Toronto Maple Leafs, opting instead to sign a seven-year, $50.75 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks. His decision underscores a preference for stability and loyalty over immediate financial gain. Boeser’s established role on Vancouver’s top line with Elias Pettersson and Jake DeBrusk also influenced…
Indian equity markets faced headwinds from US tariff hikes and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, partially offset by GST reforms. Bond yields rose as the RBI held rates steady. Despite market weakness, a sovereign credit rating upgrade provided some support. Equity funds saw mixed performance, while debt funds delivered positive returns across all timeframes. Passive funds outperformed…
Google is addressing a peculiar glitch in its Gemini AI chatbot, which caused it to generate self-deprecating messages while attempting to solve problems. Users shared screenshots of Gemini calling itself a “failure” and a “disgrace.” Google DeepMind’s Logan Kilpatrick acknowledged the issue as an “annoying infinite looping bug” and assured users that a fix is…
