August 4, 2026

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At 7%, mfg expected to stay robust

At 7%, mfg expected to stay robust

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The manufacturing sector remained robust and is estimated to grow by 7% in 2025-26 as opposed to 4.5% last fiscal while construction continued to be healthy at a growth rate of 7%, compared with an increase of 9.4% in 2024-25. Nominal GDP, which accounts for inflation, is estimated to grow by 8% in 2025-26.The crucial…

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Madras high court bans book with ‘scandalous’ remarks against Deepam judge; publisher slapped with contempt case

Madras high court bans book with ‘scandalous’ remarks against Deepam judge; publisher slapped with contempt case

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CHENNAI: Madras high court on Wednesday prohibited the publication, sale and circulation of a Tamil book containing derogatory remarks against a sitting HC judge, terming the references as highly derogatory and abusive. The HC also initiated suo motu contempt proceedings against the publication – Keezhaikaatru Publishers.The book is slated to be released at the Chennai…

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‘Green Arabia’: Saudi Arabia’s vast deserts were once rivers, lakes and grasslands, studies show | World News

‘Green Arabia’: Saudi Arabia’s vast deserts were once rivers, lakes and grasslands, studies show | World News

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Multiple studies show Saudi Arabia’s deserts were once green grasslands fed by rivers, lakes and monsoon rains during wet phases/ Representative Image Today, Saudi Arabia is a modern, oil-rich state pouring investment into infrastructure and economic diversification as it looks beyond fossil fuels. Yet it remains one of the most arid countries on Earth: around…

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NEW DELHI: In the backdrop of talks between India and Bangladesh to renew Ganga Water Sharing Treaty, a team of senior officials from Union Jal Shakti ministry visited Farakka Barrage Project in West Bengal and reviewed its technical and administrative aspects .Farakka Barrage, located in Murshidabad and Malda districts, is key to the 30-year-old water sharing treaty, wh-ich will expire in Dec. It is expected that the fresh negotiation will speed up once a new govt comes to office in Dhaka after the Feb 12 elections.The team of officials, led by Union water resources secretary V L Kantha Rao, reviewed overall progress of work under Farakka Barrage Project. “The secretary emphasised the need for timely completion of ongoing wor-ks, advised pro-active resolution of bottlenecks, and stre-ssed ensuring time-bound progress on priority works related to the operation, maintenance, and modernisation of Farakka Barrage,” said an official statement.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan’s Family Stages Prayer Protest After Being Barred From Meeting Him At Adiala JailImran Khan’s Sister Aleema, PTI Members Hold Prayers Outside Adiala Jail After Meet DeniedTharoor Flags UN Charter Violations, Voices Concern Over US Action In VenezuelaUS Issues Blunt Warning To Indian Students: Breaking Laws May Cost Visas, Careers And Future DreamsCongress-BJP Tie-Up Claims In Ambernath Create Rift, Put Mahayuti Alliance Under Fresh Strain“Worst Kind of Discrimination in PoJK”: UKPNP Chairman Flags Deepening CrisisNo Compromise On Terror: PM Modi, Benjamin Netanyahu Reaffirm India Israel Strategic PartnershipOwaisi Slams MCD Demolition, Says Turkman Gate Land Fully Belongs To WaqfNehru Catered To Liaquat Ali Khan, Ignored Somnath History: BJP MP Sudhanshu TrivediUS FARA Filings Expose How Pakistan Lobbied Washington To Somehow Stop India’s Operation Sindoor123Photostories9 mistakes to avoid while making biryani at homeWinter Special: How to make traditional Besan Ka Sheera at home5 adorable-looking animals that are surprisingly deadly5 red flags people often ignore in friendships (But shouldn’t!)6 classic non-vegetarian Cutlets to enjoy during winter monthsVijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’: Biggest South releases for Pongal 2026Can you guess the temples and places featured on INR 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 currency notes?How to add smoky flavour to winter dishes without using a tandoor at home”I just read somewhere that 20% of American meals are consumed in a car!” Sadhguru shares tips on the right way to eat foodRepublic Day 2026 long weekend travel ideas from Delhi-NCR; places to go, things to do123Hot PicksBudget 2026Venezuela NewsGold rate todayStock Market TodayCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsTommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood Net WorthTravis KelceTaylor SwiftJimmie Johnson Net WorthEdward CabreraJamahal HillValentino Rossi and Francesca Sofia Novello Net WorthBrad Marchand Net WorthNHL Trade Rumor

NEW DELHI: In the backdrop of talks between India and Bangladesh to renew Ganga Water Sharing Treaty, a team of senior officials from Union Jal Shakti ministry visited Farakka Barrage Project in West Bengal and reviewed its technical and administrative aspects .Farakka Barrage, located in Murshidabad and Malda districts, is key to the 30-year-old water sharing treaty, wh-ich will expire in Dec. It is expected that the fresh negotiation will speed up once a new govt comes to office in Dhaka after the Feb 12 elections.The team of officials, led by Union water resources secretary V L Kantha Rao, reviewed overall progress of work under Farakka Barrage Project. “The secretary emphasised the need for timely completion of ongoing wor-ks, advised pro-active resolution of bottlenecks, and stre-ssed ensuring time-bound progress on priority works related to the operation, maintenance, and modernisation of Farakka Barrage,” said an official statement.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan’s Family Stages Prayer Protest After Being Barred From Meeting Him At Adiala JailImran Khan’s Sister Aleema, PTI Members Hold Prayers Outside Adiala Jail After Meet DeniedTharoor Flags UN Charter Violations, Voices Concern Over US Action In VenezuelaUS Issues Blunt Warning To Indian Students: Breaking Laws May Cost Visas, Careers And Future DreamsCongress-BJP Tie-Up Claims In Ambernath Create Rift, Put Mahayuti Alliance Under Fresh Strain“Worst Kind of Discrimination in PoJK”: UKPNP Chairman Flags Deepening CrisisNo Compromise On Terror: PM Modi, Benjamin Netanyahu Reaffirm India Israel Strategic PartnershipOwaisi Slams MCD Demolition, Says Turkman Gate Land Fully Belongs To WaqfNehru Catered To Liaquat Ali Khan, Ignored Somnath History: BJP MP Sudhanshu TrivediUS FARA Filings Expose How Pakistan Lobbied Washington To Somehow Stop India’s Operation Sindoor123Photostories9 mistakes to avoid while making biryani at homeWinter Special: How to make traditional Besan Ka Sheera at home5 adorable-looking animals that are surprisingly deadly5 red flags people often ignore in friendships (But shouldn’t!)6 classic non-vegetarian Cutlets to enjoy during winter monthsVijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’: Biggest South releases for Pongal 2026Can you guess the temples and places featured on INR 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 currency notes?How to add smoky flavour to winter dishes without using a tandoor at home”I just read somewhere that 20% of American meals are consumed in a car!” Sadhguru shares tips on the right way to eat foodRepublic Day 2026 long weekend travel ideas from Delhi-NCR; places to go, things to do123Hot PicksBudget 2026Venezuela NewsGold rate todayStock Market TodayCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsTommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood Net WorthTravis KelceTaylor SwiftJimmie Johnson Net WorthEdward CabreraJamahal HillValentino Rossi and Francesca Sofia Novello Net WorthBrad Marchand Net WorthNHL Trade Rumor

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NEW DELHI: In the backdrop of talks between India and Bangladesh to renew Ganga Water Sharing Treaty, a team of senior officials from Union Jal Shakti ministry visited Farakka Barrage Project in West Bengal and reviewed its technical and administrative aspects .Farakka Barrage, located in Murshidabad and Malda districts, is key to the 30-year-old water…

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Dharmendra should’ve got a state funeral; Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol should have included Hema Malini to honour their late father’s memory, says Shobhaa De

Dharmendra should’ve got a state funeral; Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol should have included Hema Malini to honour their late father’s memory, says Shobhaa De

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Legendary actor Dharmendra passed away on November 24 in Mumbai but his funeral took place quickly and not many people were informed. Fans were also largely disappointed and felt he should have got a state funeral. There have been several reports suggesting that there could have been some complications between the Deol family and Hema…

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Trump blocks defence dividends and buybacks; executive pay capped at  million; stocks tumble

Trump blocks defence dividends and buybacks; executive pay capped at $5 million; stocks tumble

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US President Donald Trump vowed to block defence contractors from paying dividends or buying back shares until they accelerate the production of military equipment. The announcement was made on Truth Social on Wednesday and sent defence stocks tumbling. It signals a rare direct intervention in the US military-industrial sector. He claimed that US produces the…

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Months of waiting with 221(g) slip not unusual: Immigration attorney explains H-1B stamping delay

Months of waiting with 221(g) slip not unusual: Immigration attorney explains H-1B stamping delay

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Immigration attorney Steven Brown said getting a 221(g)notice after the consular interview has become a new normal for H-1b professionals who are now stuck in their home countries without knowing when their application will come out of “administrative processing” and when they can come back to their job in the US. The attorney explained that…

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KOLKATA: A hippopotamus at Alipore zoo, unable to move probably because of a neurological disease or a leg injury, has stayed put in a pool of water in its enclosure for the past fortnight and refused to leave even in the evening for its night sheltera sharp departure from its normal routine.Zoo authorities have set up a five-member medical team to monitor the three-and-a-half-year-old resident — named Hippo One — 24×7 and are in touch with other zoos to decide on the course of treatment. For now, the hippo enclosure has been cordoned off with “view-cutters”.Zoo officials said there were some signs of improvement in the condition of the male hippo, which was brought from Odisha’s Nandankanan Zoological Park in Sept 2024. The animal has slowly started eating its normal diet — a mix of sweet potato, carrot, green grass banana, and sugarcane top.“It is slowly responding to treatment, but we are yet to arrive at a definitive diagnosis,” zoo director Tripti Sah said. “At this stage, we cannot say with certainty what it is suffering from — a neurological ailment or a leg injury. Three doctors from the zoo and two from a veterinary hospital in Belgachhia are treating itThe team is continuously monitoring its condition… We are, however, hopeful about recovery.”Sah said. Officials have decided against forcibly moving the close to two-tonne hippo out of the water.The young male was brought to the Alipore address with a female companionfrom Nandankanan, who The female died within days of arrival. The cause of her death remains unknown. The zoo now houses another hippopotamus — a 22-year-old female — in an adjacent enclosure. SSources said following the female’s deaththis, Hippo One had become less active and showed signs of depressionand loss of appetite. By the second half of 2025, it gradually regained mobility and resumed eating normally.About the AuthorTamaghna BanerjeeTamaghna Banerjee, a reporter from Kolkata, covers crime, aviation, human rights and politics. He has a keen interest in human interest and rural reporting. He has done his postgraduation in journalism and mass communication. He has a total of 14 years in journalism.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan’s Family Stages Prayer Protest After Being Barred From Meeting Him At Adiala JailImran Khan’s Sister Aleema, PTI Members Hold Prayers Outside Adiala Jail After Meet DeniedTharoor Flags UN Charter Violations, Voices Concern Over US Action In VenezuelaUS Issues Blunt Warning To Indian Students: Breaking Laws May Cost Visas, Careers And Future DreamsCongress-BJP Tie-Up Claims In Ambernath Create Rift, Put Mahayuti Alliance Under Fresh Strain“Worst Kind of Discrimination in PoJK”: UKPNP Chairman Flags Deepening CrisisNo Compromise On Terror: PM Modi, Benjamin Netanyahu Reaffirm India Israel Strategic PartnershipOwaisi Slams MCD Demolition, Says Turkman Gate Land Fully Belongs To WaqfNehru Catered To Liaquat Ali Khan, Ignored Somnath History: BJP MP Sudhanshu TrivediUS FARA Filings Expose How Pakistan Lobbied Washington To Somehow Stop India’s Operation Sindoor123Photostories9 mistakes to avoid while making biryani at homeWinter Special: How to make traditional Besan Ka Sheera at home5 adorable-looking animals that are surprisingly deadly5 red flags people often ignore in friendships (But shouldn’t!)6 classic non-vegetarian Cutlets to enjoy during winter monthsVijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’: Biggest South releases for Pongal 2026Can you guess the temples and places featured on INR 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 currency notes?How to add smoky flavour to winter dishes without using a tandoor at home”I just read somewhere that 20% of American meals are consumed in a car!” Sadhguru shares tips on the right way to eat foodRepublic Day 2026 long weekend travel ideas from Delhi-NCR; places to go, things to do123Hot PicksBudget 2026Venezuela NewsGold rate todayStock Market TodayCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsTommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood Net WorthTravis KelceTaylor SwiftJimmie Johnson Net WorthEdward CabreraJamahal HillValentino Rossi and Francesca Sofia Novello Net WorthBrad Marchand Net WorthNHL Trade Rumor

KOLKATA: A hippopotamus at Alipore zoo, unable to move probably because of a neurological disease or a leg injury, has stayed put in a pool of water in its enclosure for the past fortnight and refused to leave even in the evening for its night sheltera sharp departure from its normal routine.Zoo authorities have set up a five-member medical team to monitor the three-and-a-half-year-old resident — named Hippo One — 24×7 and are in touch with other zoos to decide on the course of treatment. For now, the hippo enclosure has been cordoned off with “view-cutters”.Zoo officials said there were some signs of improvement in the condition of the male hippo, which was brought from Odisha’s Nandankanan Zoological Park in Sept 2024. The animal has slowly started eating its normal diet — a mix of sweet potato, carrot, green grass banana, and sugarcane top.“It is slowly responding to treatment, but we are yet to arrive at a definitive diagnosis,” zoo director Tripti Sah said. “At this stage, we cannot say with certainty what it is suffering from — a neurological ailment or a leg injury. Three doctors from the zoo and two from a veterinary hospital in Belgachhia are treating itThe team is continuously monitoring its condition… We are, however, hopeful about recovery.”Sah said. Officials have decided against forcibly moving the close to two-tonne hippo out of the water.The young male was brought to the Alipore address with a female companionfrom Nandankanan, who The female died within days of arrival. The cause of her death remains unknown. The zoo now houses another hippopotamus — a 22-year-old female — in an adjacent enclosure. SSources said following the female’s deaththis, Hippo One had become less active and showed signs of depressionand loss of appetite. By the second half of 2025, it gradually regained mobility and resumed eating normally.About the AuthorTamaghna BanerjeeTamaghna Banerjee, a reporter from Kolkata, covers crime, aviation, human rights and politics. He has a keen interest in human interest and rural reporting. He has done his postgraduation in journalism and mass communication. He has a total of 14 years in journalism.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan’s Family Stages Prayer Protest After Being Barred From Meeting Him At Adiala JailImran Khan’s Sister Aleema, PTI Members Hold Prayers Outside Adiala Jail After Meet DeniedTharoor Flags UN Charter Violations, Voices Concern Over US Action In VenezuelaUS Issues Blunt Warning To Indian Students: Breaking Laws May Cost Visas, Careers And Future DreamsCongress-BJP Tie-Up Claims In Ambernath Create Rift, Put Mahayuti Alliance Under Fresh Strain“Worst Kind of Discrimination in PoJK”: UKPNP Chairman Flags Deepening CrisisNo Compromise On Terror: PM Modi, Benjamin Netanyahu Reaffirm India Israel Strategic PartnershipOwaisi Slams MCD Demolition, Says Turkman Gate Land Fully Belongs To WaqfNehru Catered To Liaquat Ali Khan, Ignored Somnath History: BJP MP Sudhanshu TrivediUS FARA Filings Expose How Pakistan Lobbied Washington To Somehow Stop India’s Operation Sindoor123Photostories9 mistakes to avoid while making biryani at homeWinter Special: How to make traditional Besan Ka Sheera at home5 adorable-looking animals that are surprisingly deadly5 red flags people often ignore in friendships (But shouldn’t!)6 classic non-vegetarian Cutlets to enjoy during winter monthsVijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ to Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’: Biggest South releases for Pongal 2026Can you guess the temples and places featured on INR 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 currency notes?How to add smoky flavour to winter dishes without using a tandoor at home”I just read somewhere that 20% of American meals are consumed in a car!” Sadhguru shares tips on the right way to eat foodRepublic Day 2026 long weekend travel ideas from Delhi-NCR; places to go, things to do123Hot PicksBudget 2026Venezuela NewsGold rate todayStock Market TodayCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsTommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood Net WorthTravis KelceTaylor SwiftJimmie Johnson Net WorthEdward CabreraJamahal HillValentino Rossi and Francesca Sofia Novello Net WorthBrad Marchand Net WorthNHL Trade Rumor

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KOLKATA: A hippopotamus at Alipore zoo, unable to move probably because of a neurological disease or a leg injury, has stayed put in a pool of water in its enclosure for the past fortnight and refused to leave even in the evening for its night sheltera sharp departure from its normal routine.Zoo authorities have set…

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Mobiles to appliances: Samsung set for AI play

Mobiles to appliances: Samsung set for AI play

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LAS VEGAS: With artificial intelligence the dominant theme of the world’s largest consumer electronics show, CES 2026 , Samsung Electronics unveiled its ‘Companion to AI living’ vision at The First Look, its preview event.“Samsung is building a more unified, more personal experience across mobile, visual display, home appliances and services,” said T M Roh, CEO…

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Denver Nuggets vs Boston Celtics regular season game: Full injury report, who’s out, where to watch, nd more (January 7, 2026) | NBA News

Denver Nuggets vs Boston Celtics regular season game: Full injury report, who’s out, where to watch, nd more (January 7, 2026) | NBA News

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Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic and Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum (Image via Getty) The Denver Nuggets play the Boston Celtics on January 7, 2026, at TD Garden. Both teams are near the top of the standings, with Denver at 24-12 and Boston at 23-12. On paper, this looks like a marquee matchup. In reality, it will…

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Candace Owens raises new questions about Charlie Kirk after revealing a never before seen image with no visible blood

Candace Owens raises new questions about Charlie Kirk after revealing a never before seen image with no visible blood

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Candace Owens raises new questions about Charlie Kirk after revealing a never before seen image with no visible blood (Image via Getty) Candace Owens recently made strong claims about Charlie Kirk, but there is one very important thing readers need to know first. There is no verified or official record that Charlie Kirk was assassinated…

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I-T department flags crypto risks, opposes entry

I-T department flags crypto risks, opposes entry

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NEW DELHI: The income tax department on Wednesday flagged major risks associated with virtual digital assets (VDA), such as cryptocurrency, joining the Reserve Bank of India in opposing the entry of these instruments.In a presentation to the parliamentary standing committee of finance, the tax authorities flagged as to how anonymous, borderless and near-instant value transfer…

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Mastiii 4 faces legal scrutiny as content creator flags similarities with viral reel, Delhi HC issues notice to producers

Mastiii 4 faces legal scrutiny as content creator flags similarities with viral reel, Delhi HC issues notice to producers

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Mastiii 4 has come under legal scrutiny after popular content creator Ashish Sharma approached the Delhi High Court, flagging similarities between a comedy sequence in the film and his viral Instagram reel that clocked over 11 million views.As per Live Law, Ashish contended that a scene in the film closely resembles his reel titled “Shaq…

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Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: How to pre-register online, key highlights, things not allowed and all about the first-ever Asia edition EDM magic to Pattaya |

Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: How to pre-register online, key highlights, things not allowed and all about the first-ever Asia edition EDM magic to Pattaya |

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After much anticipation, there is finally good news for lovers of electronic dance music as Tomorrowland is finally coming to Thailand for the first time. Organised between 11th and 13th December 2026, located in Pattaya’s Wisdom Valley, the event is expected to offer the whole range of entertainment associated with the iconic Belgian event. World-renowned…

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Taurus Horoscope Today, January 08, 2026: Buy only what your home needs, not what looks impressive

Taurus Horoscope Today, January 08, 2026: Buy only what your home needs, not what looks impressive

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Today is all about creating harmony at home and cherishing family ties, providing a solid foundation in your life. If you’re navigating real estate ventures, exercise patience—good deals are on the horizon. Small acts of kindness will enhance your relationships, while you might find your career focus drifting towards home-related tasks. Home pulls your attention…

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Tommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood combined net worth: Inside his golf career, earnings, sponsors, family life and growing fortune

Tommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood combined net worth: Inside his golf career, earnings, sponsors, family life and growing fortune

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Tommy Fleetwood and Clare Fleetwood combined net worth: Inside his golf career, earnings, sponsors, family life and growing fortune (Image via Getty) Tommy Fleetwood and his wife and manager Clare Fleetwood are one of the most talked-about power couples in world golf. Their money story comes from years of professional golf career, steady earnings, and…

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‘People live in homes, not corporations’: Trump to ban large investors from buying single‑family homes in US

‘People live in homes, not corporations’: Trump to ban large investors from buying single‑family homes in US

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US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he is taking steps to ban large institutional investors from buying single‑family homes in US. The MAGA chief said he will also ask Congress to codify the measure and plans to discuss broader housing and affordability proposals during his upcoming speech at the World Economic Forum…

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