December 30 Top News: Economic Growth, Digiyatra Data & Political Tensions

Significant developments occurred on Monday, including significant stock market trends, economic growth projections, and heated political debates. The Indian stock market’s benchmark index, Nifty 50, closed almost a per cent lower due to losses in banking heavyweights such as HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. Despite this, the economy is projected to grow at 6.6% in … Read more

Boost Your Gut Health Score to 93% with Two Simple Rules

Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is crucial for overall wellbeing, according to scientists, doctors, and nutrition experts. The gut houses the gut microbiome, a unique ecosystem of trillions of bacteria that influences various aspects of our health, including our immune system, mental health, and digestion. A growing consensus among experts suggests that ultra-processed foods can … Read more

Oil Prices Rise Ahead of China’s Economic Growth Forecast Upgrade

Oil markets received a boost ahead of the new year as crude inventories in the US fell by 4.2 million barrels, leading to a marginal increase in futures prices. The US Energy Information Administration reported that refiners increased production to meet higher fuel demand during the festive season. The Brent front month crude futures contract … Read more

Website Down Due to Overwhelming Traffic

A 429 Too Many Requests error has been reported by users attempting to access a certain website, resulting in downtime and frustration. The error message indicates that the server has reached its maximum capacity and can no longer process requests. The issue is believed to have arisen due to an unexpected surge in traffic, overwhelming … Read more

Microsoft to Gradually Replace Passwords with Passkeys on Windows 11

Microsoft has confirmed plans to replace passwords with passkeys on Windows 11 in a gradual process. This move aims to enhance security and reduce vulnerabilities associated with traditional passwords. Here’s what you need to know: Microsoft’s goal is to phase out passwords and adopt passkey authentication, which uses cryptography keys to unlock accounts without the … Read more

Widow Gives Birth 4 Months After Late Husband’s Death

Madeline Gaudreau has given birth to her first child, son Tripp Matthew Gaudreau, just four months after the death of her late husband, Matthew. The professional hockey player and high school coach passed away in a fatal car accident involving an alleged drunk driver. Madeline shared the news on Instagram with a photo of the … Read more

NBA Postgame Ejections Explained by Marc Davis

NBA postgame ejection explanations from Crew Chief Marc Davis Crew Chief Marc Davis broke down the series of ejections that occurred during last night’s Miami at Houston game in a post-game interview with The Athletic’s Kelly Iko. The first ejection occurred when Fred VanVleet was assessed for five seconds without being granted a timeout. When … Read more

Costco Resists Efforts to End Diversity Initiatives

Costco, a multinational retailer, has pushed back against efforts by some companies and organizations to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The company’s Board of Trustees recently voted unanimously to urge its shareholders to reject a proposal submitted by the National Center for Public Policy Research, which claims that DEI programs are discriminatory and … Read more

Merkel Challenger Criticizes Musk Over AfD Support

German chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz has slammed Elon Musk over his public support for the far-right Alternative for Germany party. In an op-ed piece published in a major German newspaper, Musk praised the AfD’s approach to regulation and taxes, calling it “the last spark of hope” for the country. Merz, a center-right candidate for chancellor, … Read more

Norovirus Outbreaks Surge in US During Winter Season

A surge in cases of a stomach bug is being reported in parts of the United States this winter, according to government data. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recorded 91 outbreaks of norovirus during the week of Dec. 5, an increase from the previous week’s 69 outbreaks. Norovirus, a leading … Read more