US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologized for not informing President Biden about his prostate cancer surgery. Austin, who returned to work after a two-week hospital stay, acknowledged mishandling the situation. His undisclosed health issue raised questions about the chain of command during geopolitical tensions, including the Israel-Hamas conflict and US responses in the Middle East. Austin emphasized recovering and addressing potential threats from Iran-backed groups.
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Catch the exclusive highlights of the conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bill Gates. Explore the key topics discussed and insights shared by these influential figures on critical issues shaping our world today. Don't miss this insightful dialogue between two global leaders.
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In a candid conversation with Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of establishing guidelines for the ethical.. DNA
K Padmarajan, known as the 'Election King', from Mettur, India, emphasizes participation over victory, contesting elections persistently. He aims for recognition.. IndiaTimes
Mahua Moitra campaigned in Krishnanagar, West Bengal, avoiding ED's New Delhi summons for FEMA case questioning. The 49-year-old Trinamool Congress leader.. IndiaTimes
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena of New Delhi warned against running the government from jail, potentially hinting at President's Rule if Arvind Kejriwal.. IndiaTimes
Standing shoulder to shoulder with Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo in Manila, India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S Jaishankar reaffirmed New Delhi's steadfast backing of the Philippines in safeguarding its national sovereignty. This commitment emerges against the backdrop of mounting tensions in the South China Sea, following incidents involving the China Coast Guard's aggressive manoeuvres near a Philippines vessel close to Ayungin Shoal on March 23, eliciting widespread international apprehension.
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On March 24, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) welcomed former Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria (Retd) into its fold at the party headquarters in New Delhi. Joining him was Varaprasad Rao, a former Member of Parliament from Tirupati, marking a significant addition to the party's ranks.
Hailing from Uttar Pradesh, Bhadauria's entry into the BJP has sparked speculation about his potential candidacy in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
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Deepening the political crisis in Himachal Pradesh and posing a serious threat to the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu govt in the state, six disqualified Congress.. IndiaTimes
These US Cities, Have the Highest Populations of, Millionaires.
According to a report by Henley & Partners,
the United States remains the top country in the
world for private wealth creation and accumulation.
Quartz reports that the U.S. accounts
for about 32% of global liquid investable
wealth, valued at approximately $67 trillion.
Here are some of the cities
with the largest populations of
millionaires, according to the report.
Austin, This Texas city had the biggest explosion
in millionaire growth in the U.S. over the past
ten years, reaching 32,700 by the end of 2023. .
Miami, This Florida city is home to
35,300 millionaires and 15 billionaires,
including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.
Boston, While having just eight billionaires,
the fewest of any other city on the list,
this New England city is home to , 42,900 millionaires.
Seattle, This Washington State city is the home of
some of the largest corporations in the U.S.,
including Amazon and Microsoft. It's also
home to 54,200 millionaires and 11 billionaires. .
Chicago, Approximately 120,500 millionaires
live in this Midwestern metropolis. .
Los Angeles, The second-most populous city in the U.S. has about, 212,100 millionaires and 43 billionaires.
San Francisco, The tech hub of the U.S. boasts the most
billionaires with a whopping 68, as well as
the second-most millionaires with 305,700. .
New York, The city with the most high
net worth individuals has about , 349,500 millionaires
and 60 billionaires
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House of Robb, the immersive pop-up featuring tastings, brand activations and live discussions from 'Robb Report,' returned to SXSW for the 2024 festival in Austin. The Hollywood Reporter hosted a conversation with Suzy Batiz, the CEO and founder of Pourri. The chat, titled "From Disaster to Triumph, Making Change That Matters," hit on a wide range of topics, including Batiz's upbringing, her decision to create Poo-Pourri and her concept of an "alive idea."
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Artists and Speakers Boycott SXSW , in Protest of Military and Defense Industry Sponsorships.
As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on,
dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies
and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. .
As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on,
dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies
and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. .
The protest is meant to show solidarity
with Palestinians in Gaza.
The protest is meant to show solidarity
with Palestinians in Gaza.
A music festival should not include
war profiteers. I refuse to be
complicit in this and withdraw
my art and labor in protest, Singer-songwriter Ella Williams, via Instagram.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took to social
media to respond to the protest.
Bye. Don’t come back, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X.
We are proud of the
U.S. military in Texas. If you
don’t like it, don’t come here, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X.
However, SXSW "does not agree" with Abbott's approach, CNN reports. .
We fully respect the decision
these artists made to exercise
their right to free speech, SXSW organizers, via statement.
The defense industry has historically
been a proving ground for many of
the systems we rely on today. , SXSW organizers, via statement.
These institutions are often leaders in emerging technologies, and we believe it’s better to understand how their approach will impact our lives. , SXSW organizers, via statement.
The Army’s sponsorship is part of
our commitment to bring forward
ideas that shape our world, SXSW organizers, via statement.
The annual Austin, Texas,
festival lasts until March 16
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Supreme Court Pauses , Implementation of Immigration Law in Texas.
On March 4, the Supreme Court temporarily stopped the state from enforcing a law that gives Texas the authority to arrest and detain those it suspects to be illegal immigrants. .
The administrative hold, issued by Justice
Samuel Alito, will keep the law from going
into effect until March 13, CNN reports. .
It was previously scheduled
to go into effect on March 10.
An emergency application was filed by
immigration groups and the White House
in an attempt to block the law. .
According to the Justice Department, the law would "profoundly" impact the parameters that have "existed between the United States and the States in the context of immigration for almost 150 years.".
Immigration advocates say that Senate Bill 4 will increase instances of racial profiling, detentions and attempted deportations. .
A federal judge in Austin blocked Texas
from implementing the law last week. .
If allowed to proceed, SB 4 could open the door to each state passing its own version of immigration laws, Judge David Alan Ezra, via statement.
CNN reports that "Latinos represent
40% of the population" in Texas.
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Political Differences Driving, US Migration Habits.
'Newsweek' reports that widespread political
tension has driven some Americans to relocate
to places with more compatible points of view.
The political divide in the United States
has become one of the major drivers for
people to pick and move across the country. .
According to the latest Redfin report, one-third of real
estate agents said they had clients who said they
were moving solely because of political reasons in 2023.
Some of the most common migration
routes for homebuyers last year were
from blue states to red or purple
states: San Francisco to Austin;
Seattle to Phoenix; New York to
Orlando and other parts of Florida. , Redfin report, via 'Newsweek'.
That's due largely to housing
affordability, but some homebuyers
moved because they wanted to live
in a more conservative place, Redfin report, via 'Newsweek'.
'Newsweek' points out that the Redfin survey found
that 40% of Texas and Florida residents said they
would rather live in a state where abortion is legal.
'Newsweek' points out that the Redfin survey found
that 40% of Texas and Florida residents said they
would rather live in a state where abortion is legal.
Meanwhile, other U.S. residents are returning to states like
New York in favor of stricter gun laws, fewer restrictions
on abortions and greater acceptance of LGBTQ rights.
Many Americans are moving
because of political differences
and gun control issues, among
other reasons. As opinions get
more divided and laws change,
some folks want to live in
places that match their beliefs, Ron Resha, Real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, via 'Newsweek'.
Many Americans are moving
because of political differences
and gun control issues, among
other reasons. As opinions get
more divided and laws change,
some folks want to live in
places that match their beliefs, Ron Resha, Real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, via 'Newsweek'.
Ron Resha, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker
Realty, points out that politically motivated
migration could impact the 2024 presidential election. .
People are looking for places
that make them feel secure
and comfortable, and this
could affect the upcoming
political election depending
on party preferences, Ron Resha, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, via 'Newsweek'.
People are looking for places
that make them feel secure
and comfortable, and this
could affect the upcoming
political election depending
on party preferences, Ron Resha, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, via 'Newsweek'
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Volunteers continue to work on the National Covid Memorial Wall to commemorate each one of the UK's 127,000 COVID deaths during the course of the pandemic in London on March 30.