Mariel Garza, editorials editor of the LA Times, resigned after the paper’s owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, blocked the board’s endorsement of Kamala Harris for president. Garza cited a need to stand up during ‘dangerous times.’ The decision has sparked concerns within the Times Guild.
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Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon predicts that AI-powered smartphones will become ubiquitous over the next five years, with IDC forecasting massive growth for GenAI smartphones.
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A Delhi-based app developer anticipated the merger between Reliance JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, purchasing the domain JioHotstar. He aims to use this potential windfall to fund his studies at Cambridge. The merger, completing regulatory approvals, is poised to form India’s top media conglomerate by November, with a valuation of $8.5 billion.
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A recent Delhi video shows Sachin Raj harassing a foreign tourist while filming a dance reel, sparking backlash and leading him to disable comments. The incident is part of a worrying trend, similar to a June case in Jaipur involving harassment for social media notoriety.
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Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s top off-spinner, has become the leading wicket-taker in the ICC World Test Championship. He surpassed Australia’s Nathan Lyon during the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. Ashwin’s tally reached 188 wickets in 39 matches. He continues to play a crucial role in India’s bowling attack in the WTC.
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