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Months after Dell’s $6.25B pledge, Trump Accounts get new rules
The new guidance from the US Treasury simplifies payroll contributions for child savings accounts, allowing employers to contribute up to $2,500 annually for employee dependents, free from taxes. Employees can also make pre-tax contributions directly. This initiative is backed by a generous $6.25 billion commitment from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, with more than
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Iowa priest survived pneumonia, then spent 42 years building a stone shrine
The Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend, Iowa, owes its existence to a young seminarian’s promise made during his illness. Initiated by Father Dobberstein, the monumental structure took an astonishing 42 years to complete. Utilizing a variety of geological elements, over 100 train carloads of stones were involved in its construction, making it a
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Muslim cleric’s ‘women should stay home’ remark draws Kerala CM’s ire
Kerala chief minister VD Satheesan rejected cleric Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar’s call for restricting women’s public participation. Satheesan asserted that women must join the mainstream, stating that such views are unsuitable for developing Kerala. Labour Minister Bindu Krishna also criticised the cleric’s remarks, calling them regressive for women’s rights. Aboobacker defended directives limiting women’s presence
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Indiana engineering students build wearable to help visually impaired users
Rose-Hulman students have developed a remarkable wearable device tailored for visually impaired individuals. This innovative headgear employs advanced sensors to identify surrounding obstacles, providing users with haptic feedback. With a remarkable twelve-hour battery life on a single charge, this device empowers users with greater independence. The project’s goal is to enhance the day-to-day experiences of
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Watch: Speeding Thar crashes into Congress MLA’s wife’s Endeavour
Three passengers sustained serious injuries after a speeding Thar crashed into an Endeavour and then an e-rickshaw. The dramatic collision occurred near Mansarovar Metro Station in Jaipur early Monday morning. CCTV footage shows the Thar hitting the Endeavour before ramming the e-rickshaw, flinging it nearly fifty feet. Both SUV drivers and occupants fled the scene
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First Vande Bharat in 2019, sleeper version came in 2026; now 260 trains in works
The first pair of Vande Bharat sleeper trains was launched earlier this year between Guwahati and Howrah. The second pair is undergoing trials and is expected to enter service soon. Reports suggest it may run between Bengaluru and Mumbai, though an official confirmation is awaited.
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Himachal under monsoon fury: 259 dead, 150 roads cut off, losses cross Rs 1,200 crore in last 64 days
Over the past 64 days, relentless monsoon rains have devastated Himachal Pradesh, resulting in the tragic loss of 259 lives and economic damages exceeding Rs 1,200 crore. The aftermath includes 150 roads still blocked, significantly hindering connectivity. Essential services such as power and water are disrupted in various districts, but restoration efforts are actively being
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Nvidia CEO joins the list of CEOs who disagree with Bill Gates warning on AI
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang counters fears of AI-driven job losses. He believes the technology will create numerous new employment opportunities. Huang highlights the growth of chip and AI factories requiring many workers. He expects traditional jobs to evolve while skilled trades will boom. This perspective contrasts with warnings from figures like Bill Gates.