Law protecting historical holy sites under scrutiny in India

India central bank cuts growth forecast

RBI holds rates and says economy has bottomed out

Financial Times - 6d

US shuts down prisons amid scrutiny over sexual abuse and crisis of suicides

Bureau of Prisons closes California facility and suspends operations at six others as rights activists call for clemency. The US Bureau of Prisons (BoP) announced on Thursday it was permanently ...

The Guardian - 6d

‘Delay, Deny, Defend’: United Has Faced Scrutiny Over Denying Claims

The company has been accused of using algorithms to deny treatments and refusing coverage of nursing care to stroke patients.

The New York Times - 6d

Millions in Northern U.S. Under Winter Storm Warnings

Forecasters warned of the possibility of wind gusts as strong as a hurricane as another round of heavy lake-effect snow and blustery cold moves through the Northeast.

The New York Times - 6d

'Last minute spending spree' by Biden, including Rivian loan, to get DOGE scrutiny, says Vivek Ramaswamy

DOGE co-lead Vivek Ramaswamy says Biden administration attempts to dole out IRA, Chips Act funds, and EV loans, at the last minute will be reviewed.

CNBC - 6d

Mattel sued by mom over 'Wicked' merchandise with link to porn site

A South Carolina mom is suing Mattel after the toymaker mistakenly printed URL links on 'Wicked' dolls' packaging that directed consumers to a porn site.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

Art fairs cancelled in Hong Kong and India

Anti-apartheid photographer gets his due; steady sales at Art Basel Miami Beach; momentum builds for Miami artist

Financial Times - Dec. 5

World’s biggest hedge fund flags the ‘holy grail’ that may shield investors if U.S. stock rally crumbles

Karen Karniol-Tambour, co-chief investment officer at Bridgewater Associates, says valuations are much higher for U.S. stocks than they were when the bull run began.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

In India, the Buzz of a Bazaar Inspires Jewelry

Akshat Ghiya says the bustle of Jaipur’s Old City helps him design pieces for his Tallin collection.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Live updates: Hegseth doubles down despite increasing scrutiny

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s embattled pick for Defense secretary, spent Wednesday trying to keep his nomination as Defense secretary moving in a forward direction, amid growing scrutiny ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

'Sacked in the morning' - Wolves boss O'Neil under fire

Wolves fans turned on Gary O'Neil by chanting he should be "sacked in the morning", with the manager seemingly clinging to his job after a 4-0 thrashing at Everton.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Mattel Sued Over ‘Wicked’ Dolls Packaging Linking to Porn Site

Dolls of characters in the hit movie went to store shelves with an error that send customers to an adult film site, prompting a South Carolina mom to file suit against the toy maker.

Inc. - Dec. 4

Encore’s AI-Powered Site Helps You Shop for Vintage and Secondhand Items

Using a blend of GPT-4 and its own computer model, Encore’s natural language search tool can recognize numerous brands, styles, and aesthetics across the web’s many vintage resale sites.

Wired - Dec. 4

Pete Buttigieg on Airlines, Passenger Protections and Travel Advice

The outgoing transportation secretary talks about his record of holding airlines accountable, what might come next and whether to check a bag. (No.)

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Mom sues Mattel over Wicked doll packages with porn site link

Holly Ricketson of South Carolina files proposed class action after daughter shows her hardcore photographs. Mattel was sued on Tuesday by a South Carolina mother for mistakenly putting a link to ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Search under way for woman believed trapped in sinkhole

Elizabeth Pollard was searching for her missing cat when it is thought she fell into the sink hole, police say.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's embattled pick for Defense secretary, faced growing scrutiny from Republican senators Tuesday after a new set of revelations over the weekend involving ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

4 value propositions for climate action under Trump

It is imperative that work continues towards climate adaptation where there is an opening for consensus.

The Hill - Dec. 3

Sports Direct under fire for misspelt Cymru hat

Sports Direct have been caught selling a bobble hat branded with "Cyrmu" instead of Cymru.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Funeral for murdered Harshita Brella held in India

Ms Brella's family say they are frustrated by the pace of a police investigation into her murder.