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California Democratic lawmakers are in Sacramento advancing a plan to overhaul the state’s congressional map to counter a move in Texas that Trump is driving to get an edge in the 2026 midterms.

Suryakumar Yadav is less than a month away from turning 35, and the need to find his long-term replacement as India’s T20 captain prompted the decision-makers to include Test skipper Shubman Gill as his deputy for the upcoming Asia Cup. It was the matter that consumed most of the time at Tuesday’s selection meeting and head coach Gautam Gambhir, who joined online, was also of the view that India needs to groom someone for the future and Gill, who turns 26 next month, was the most eligible candidate. With the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picking Gill in the T20 squad,…

Up until recently, 16-year-old Esraa Elsharkawy was an artificial intelligence skeptic. “I just thought AI just was kind of creepy,” she says. She worried the technology would take jobs away from humans, and she didn’t understand how it worked — but she wanted to learn more. The only problem: She couldn’t get that kind of education at her high school in Katy, Texas. Her school district only recently provided all students from third grade through 12th with their own Chromebook, and Elsharkawy says she had to teach herself how to code. For years, research has shown there’s a digital divide…

HP EliteBook 8 G1a is a laptop that positions itself as an AI-powered business-class device designed for the modern professional workspace. It is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen AI processor and enterprise-grade security features with a starting price of ₹1,30,000. I have been using this laptop for more than two weeks straight, and here are my thoughts about this laptop. A sturdy, AI-powered business laptop with impressive battery but average performance. HP EliteBook 8 G1a: Design and build qualityThe design is super clean, simple, and refreshing; the colour and finish on the lid, deck, and the bottom are amazing. It’s…

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey. File. | Photo Credit: AP Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, a Republican who has been an ardent backer of President Donald Trump, said Monday (August 18, 2025) that he is resigning to take a leadership position at the Federal Bureau of Investigation.The move is the latest in a series of changes at the FBI under Director Kash Patel. Numerous senior officials, including top agents in charge of big-city field offices, have been pushed out of their jobs, and Justice Department officials have sought the names of agents who participated in investigations related to the Jan.…

Headphones are no longer simple gadgets for listening to music. High-quality drivers, noise cancellation, and frequency response play crucial roles in shaping the music you hear. To select the right pair, one must consider the technology, comfort and how well they will last. New-age headphones boast sophisticated features like AI-based sound, clever noise cancellation and easy switching between devices to better integrate into your day. Making a careful choice ensures you get excellent audio, comfort, and a product that will stand the test of time. With a huge selection available, it’s crucial to identify the features most relevant to your…

Seemingly out of nowhere, a pale green drink has become a staple in my life. In recent months, the matcha latte has become my primary source of energy throughout the day and my favorite indulgence at night. I order it at coffee shops without missing a beat. I take “aesthetic” photos of the milk swirling with the vibrant green liquid. I can now explain the dubious difference between “ceremonial” and “culinary” grades of the finely ground, lightly caffeinated green tea powder.Yet something about my newfound appreciation for the Japanese delicacy feels a bit uncanny. Matcha isn’t new (to say the…

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin distributing aid to a former serviceman in Chennai on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday launched the ‘Mudhalvarin Kaakkum Karangal’ scheme to help former servicemen take up entrepreneurship. Mr. Stalin launched the distribution of aid to 155 former servicemen, who would receive a total of ₹24.43 crore, including a 30% capital subsidy for their businesses. In the first phase of the scheme, a total of 348 beneficiaries would get ₹50.50 crore in aid, including a 30% capital subsidy and a 3% interest subsidy, which is expected to reduce the financial burden on former…

According to the amended scheme, the distribution of recoveries to “Scheme Creditors” will be managed through Zanmai India [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Users of the crypto exchange WazirX have voted once more in favour of a proposed restructuring scheme, announced the company this week, with supporters now hoping that the Singapore court will allow the proceedings to move forward so that asset recoveries can begin.“With around 95.7% of participating Scheme Creditors voting in favor of the proposed Amended Scheme, the revote has surpassed the strong support received from Scheme Creditors in the last voting round,” noted WazirX in a…

To those who still care, this may be the last letter I write from Gaza City.We are expecting Israel to officially issue its “evacuation orders” any time now. My beloved city, Gaza, stands on the brink of a full military occupation by the Israeli army. Their plan is to force us all to leave our homes and move into tents in the southern part of the Strip. We do not know what will happen to those who resist. We may be living our last days in Gaza City.Since the beginning of the war, we have heard that Israel wants to occupy…