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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Reading cartoons in the newspaper

Morning cartoons provide that levity by which you can leverage your day - with a smile, even an audible 'Hah!' They capture the essence of life, whether through satire, sharp commentary or even the straight escapist route of strip cartoons that tell stories that have nothing to do with news. They make us dive for a few seconds each into frames that are safe, happy and eye-catching.

Inter Press Service 

A Tax on the Super-Rich to Fight Hunger Gains Ground

A global agreement could levy a small tax on the world’s 3,000 richest people, with fortunes in excess of US$ 1 billion, and use the money to fight world hunger, a study by the Brazilian government and the European Union’s Tax Observatory has shown. The richest “are paying less than other socio-economic groups. This is […]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Is NBC building an AI Michaels clone for Paris Olympics 2024 coverage?

In an interesting turn of events, NBC going for a full-time presenter for its Olympic 2024 announcements, is instead opting for iconic sports presenter AI Michaels' clone who will be announcing various details and daily recaps of the Paris Games.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Trinamool leader, two others arrested for land grabbing and illegal dealings

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly admonished party leaders, MLAs, ministers, and councillors on Thursday, stating unequivocally that those involved in land grabbing and the illicit sale of government land would face severe consequences. Her stern message followed the arrest of a Trinamool leader and two associates in Siliguri for their alleged involvement in illegal land transactions.

Cyprus Mail 

Bolivia government had prior intelligence of coup planning, minister says

The Bolivian government had intelligence that a coup attempt could occur before the country’s top military commander and his troops forced their way into the presidential palace this week, a senior government minister said on Thursday. The failed coup on Wednesday happened over just a few hours and provoked swift condemnations from world leaders, raising […]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Reliance Jio takes the lead, hikes tariff by 12-25 per cent; Airtel & Vi likely to follow suit

Mobile phone bills are set to increase as Reliance Jio Infocomm announced a 12-25% hike in tariffs starting July 3. This marks the first major rate increase by a telecom company since 2021. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to follow suit. The hike aims to boost average revenue per user (ARPU) in light of significant 5G investments. Jio’s rate hikes will affect most plans, but not JioBharat or JioPhone users.

Voice of America 

Cambodian rapper makes US debut as music festival headliner

Cambodian rapper VannDa was featured at a California festival of Asian music and culture called Sabaidee Fest. VOA’s Malis Tum and Chetra Chap report on this young rapper who’s shining a spotlight on Cambodian music, culture and history. Chetra Chap narrates.