Elias Pettersson’s wife, Katelyn Byrd, launched her Swedish-inspired candy brand, Swete, at a Vancouver Canucks game. The debut saw overwhelming fan enthusiasm, with products selling out quickly. Despite the Canucks’ loss, the event highlighted a sweet success for Byrd’s new venture, offering fans a glimpse into Pettersson’s life beyond the rink.
The North Eastern Council (NEC) has completed vital projects in Mizoram, including a new dialysis unit in Lawngtlai and rural development initiatives in Lunglei. Over Rs 15 crore has also been allocated for crucial road and infrastructure upgrades across the state, boosting healthcare, connectivity, and livelihoods for residents.
Mizoram’s ZPM has nominated 25 candidates for the Lai Autonomous District Council elections on December 3. The ruling MNF announced 20 nominees, with more to follow, while the Congress revealed 10 candidates. Speculation of a pre-poll alliance between MNF and BJP is rife, though both parties remain silent.
Warren Buffett criticizes soaring CEO salaries, attributing the trend to greed and selfishness among executives. He notes that disclosure rules, intended to curb excessive pay, have instead fueled envy and competition. Buffett’s final letter as Berkshire CEO also offers personal reflections on life, learning, and the importance of kindness.
A suspected gastroenteritis outbreak since November 4 has claimed six lives in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai and Siaha districts. A medical team has collected samples from sick villagers and the water source for testing, with villagers suspecting infected individuals from Myanmar as the cause. Entry points between Mizoram and Myanmar have been temporarily closed.
Elon Musk, despite his immense wealth, champions a minimalist lifestyle, reportedly living in a $50,000 prefab home. While he sold off luxury real estate, his collection of rare cars and private jets suggests a different priority. Musk’s focus appears to be on concentrating resources for ‘humanity’s future,’ even as his philanthropic efforts face scrutiny.
Belgian coach Pascal Kina sees a strong medal chance for India at the 2026 Hockey World Cup, despite recent home tournament disappointments. He highlights the team’s potential, skill, physical improvement, and potent penalty corner, believing they can win. Kina also anticipates strong performances from Australia and Argentina, while looking forward to his son playing for…
Polling officials and security personnel have securely stored EVMs and VVPATs after the Dampa assembly constituency by-election. The election saw a voter turnout of 83.07%, with no major complaints reported. Counting of votes is scheduled for Friday, following a smooth polling process with only a minor VVPAT replacement.
Reliance Jio has topped TRAI’s independent network performance tests in Shillong and East Khasi Hills. The study, conducted September 1-5, found Jio offering the fastest voice and data speeds, with its 5G network reaching over 200 Mbps at hotspots. Airtel secured second place, while Vodafone Idea and BSNL lagged behind in the evaluation.
