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Facebook Tweet Email Link New Delhi — One by one, they emerge from their slumber: Dholu, an energetic young male with a noticeable limp; Oldie, the greying elder who loves a belly rub; and Snoopy, a golden-eyed boy who patiently waits his turn. They’re not summoned by a whistle but the familiar smell of khichdi, a traditional dish of rice and lentils. Himanshi Varma carries two large bags through this New Delhi neighborhood, where in the chaos of the Indian capital, her evening ritual begins. For seven years, Varma has fed the city’s roaming strays – a silent pact she’s…
Marking a bold new chapter in Jamaica, The Palace Company has announced the groundbreaking of Moon Palace The Grand – Montego Bay.The new resort represents an investment of $700 million and once completed, the resort will stand as a flagship for luxury with its 1,200 elegantly designed rooms, overwater bungalows, 13 world-class restaurants and bars, Jamaica’s largest spa experience, a water park, third-level infinity pool, bowling and access to championship golf. In 2015, the launch of Moon Palace Jamaica in Ocho Rios’ $250 million investment contributed over 1,200 local jobs and integrated sustainability and community development in its operations.“This project…
Waymo has been granted a permit to test its autonomous vehicles in New York City, the first such approval granted by the city. The company told TechCrunch it plans to start testing “immediately.” The company is allowed to deploy up to eight of its Jaguar I-Pace SUVs in Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn through late September. Waymo’s vehicles must have a trained safety operator in the driver’s seat, with at least one hand on the wheel at all times. The company cannot pick up passengers (since it would need a license from the city’s Taxi and Limousine Commission) and it has…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration said Friday it will not defend a decades-old grant program for colleges with large numbers of Hispanic students that is being challenged in court, declaring the government believes the funding is unconstitutional.In a memo sent to Congress, the Justice Department said it agrees with a lawsuit attempting to strike down grants that are reserved for colleges and universities where at least a quarter of undergraduates are Hispanic. Congress created the program in 1998 after finding Latino students were going to college and graduating at far lower rates than white students.Justice Department officials argued the…
A shopper looks at chairs for sale at an At Home store in Queens, New York City, U.S., July 15, 2025. Kylie Cooper | ReutersThe Trump administration has launched an investigation into imported furniture, President Donald Trump said Friday, setting the stage for new tariffs on a wide range of products.”Within the next 50 days, that Investigation will be completed, and Furniture coming from other Countries into the United States will be Tariffed at a Rate yet to be determined,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. “This will bring the Furniture Business back to North Carolina, South Carolina, Michigan,…
The Caribbean beckons snorkeling enthusiasts year-round with its warm waters, vibrant coral reefs and exceptional marine biodiversity. Princess Hotels & Resorts offers guests prime access to some of the region’s most spectacular underwater destinations, making it easier than ever to explore the ocean’s wonders.In Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Princess guests can venture to Isla Saona within Parque Nacional del Este, where gentle waters teem with colorful tropical fish, starfish and stunning coral formations. Full-day excursions typically combine snorkeling with natural pool visits and pristine beach time. Just 1.5 hours away, Isla Catalina presents a paradise of sandy seabeds and thriving…
A former software developer has been sentenced to four years in prison for sabotaging his former employer’s network after leaving the company. Davis Lu, 55, was convicted of installing a “kill switch” on the network of his former employer by planting malicious code designed to crash its servers in the event that he was fired. The kill switch was activated when the company terminated Lu’s employment and deactivated his credentials, causing the kill switch, “IsDLEnabledinAD” — referring to whether Lu’s account was still active in the company’s Active Directory. The incident locked out thousands of employees from accessing the company’s…
Facebook Tweet Email Link The smell of garbage is overwhelming and intense under the Caribbean sun. The accumulated waste is such that an entire street in Havana, far from its tourist district, was blocked to traffic. Yet garbage collectors here aren’t on strike; they simply don’t come often enough. It’s just another example of Cuba’s decline over the past year, alongside blackouts and water cuts: the results of an economic and energy crisis that is battering the island and that authorities no longer attempt to deny. Cuba’s economy declined by 1.1% in 2024, according to the government, which since the…
by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 9:25 PM ET, Thu August 21, 2025 Seabourn is sharing details about the entertaining offerings on its 2026 world cruise.The 129-day “Ring of Fire: Hidden Gem” voyage, offered aboard Seabourn Sojourn, departs January 6, 2026. As the ship sails more than 28,000 nautical miles, travelers will be able to enjoy performances by award-winning artists, original variety shows and other entertainment offerings. Guests will have the opportunity to listen to Grammy-nominated ukulele artist Jake Shimabukuro, Brazilian-born jazz guitarist Diego Figueiredo, Grammy-nominated vocalist Christine Allado, singer-songwriter Ashley Campbell and many other inspiring musicians.The line will also offer…
In an effort to cut down on abuse and fake engagement, Elon Musk’s X is removing access to two key features of its developer API for those on the free plan. Now, free users will no longer be able to use the API to like posts on behalf of a user, nor follow other users. The company says these changes will help protect X’s platform from “spam, bots, and manipulative activities” that degrade the user experience. Developers on paid plans like the Basic, Pro, or Enterprise tiers will be unaffected. These plans also include access to more capabilities, higher rate…