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India's two-time Olympic medal-winning shuttler P V Sindhu married tech mogul Venkata Datta Sai in an intimate wedding ceremony in Rajasthan's Udaipur on 22 December. Her wedding with Sai captivated fans and shed lights on the couple's personal achievements and combined net worth, as the duo exemplify excellence in their respective fields. Speaking after the wedding for the first time, Sindhu revealed she was missing “stability” in her life, which is why she decided to get married in 2024 after the Paris Olympics. “For me, marriage meant stability—the kind of stability that would help me perform better,” Sindhu was quoted as saying to HT. "Competing at the highest level is incredibly demanding, and having that sense of security and support is so important. I was super excited! This new phase of life felt so special," added Sindhu. Sindhu's new worth: According to Zee News , PV Sindhu has an estimated net worth of Rs59 crore ($7.1 million) and stands as one of India’s highest-earning female athletes. These include her badminton triumphs and endorsement deals. Sindhu also owns a lavish Hilltop Home in Hyderabad which refined her taste and marks a significant investment in real estate. She owns a BMW X5 gifted by Nagarjuna Akkineni, a Mahindra Thar from Anand Mahindra, and other vehicles that flaunt her global accolades. In 2019, Sindhu signed a ₹ 50 crore deal with Chinese brand Li Ning. she is the brand ambassador for Maybelline, Bank of Baroda, Asian Paints and more. The Indian ace shuttler has over 4 million Instagram followers, making her a top choice for brands seeking impactful collaborations. Venkata Datta Sai's net worth: Sindhu's husband Venkata Datta Sai is an Executive Director at Posidex Technologies and his net worth is ₹ 150 crore. Venkata blends his corporate expertise with a passion for sports and worked as a former operations lead for IPL franchise Delhi Capitals.Atria Investments Inc Has $273,000 Stock Position in Spire Inc. (NYSE:SR)

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WhatsApp has introduced a new feature aimed at simplifying document sharing, enabling users to scan documents directly within the app. This functionality, included in the latest WhatsApp for iOS update (version 24.25.80), is smoothly integrated into the document-sharing menu. With this enhancement, users can quickly scan documents using their device's camera, eliminating the need for third-party scanning tools or apps. The said feature is being rolled out gradually, with more users expected to have access in the coming weeks, according to the latest WhatsApp changelog shared by WABetaInfo. ALSO READ | Merry Christmas 2024: Google Brings X-Mas-Themed Games To Make Waiting For Santa Claus' Gift Fun WhatsApp Scanning: How To Use To use it, WhatsApp users simply open the document-sharing menu and click on the "scan" option, which will activate the camera. Once the document is captured, users can preview the scan and make necessary adjustments. The app automatically suggests margins, but users have the option to fine-tune them for the best framing and clarity. Once satisfied with the scan, users can easily confirm and send the document directly to a chat or group, making the entire process smooth and efficient. This new feature marks a major advancement for WhatsApp, especially for users who need to share documents quickly while on the move. By eliminating the need to switch between different apps, it offers a seamless solution for capturing, editing, and sending scanned documents all within the app. First reported by WABetaInfo as part of the WhatsApp iOS 24.25.80 update, this feature has been gradually refined and expanded. By integrating it into the document-sharing menu, WhatsApp is enhancing its role as a comprehensive platform for communication and document exchange. As the feature becomes more widely available, it will save users time and reduce reliance on third-party applications, making document sharing faster and more efficient.Dr. Aafia sues US prison alleging abuse and rights violationsStubblefield accounts for 4 TDs, South Carolina State runs past Norfolk State 53-21

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Ghana opposition leader Mahama officially wins electionFormer Boise State coach Chris Petersen still gets asked about the Fiesta Bowl victory over Oklahoma on the first day of 2007. That game had everything. Underdog Boise State took a 28-10 lead over one of college football's blue bloods that was followed by a 25-point Sooners run capped by what could have been a back-breaking interception return for a touchdown with 1:02 left. Then the Broncos used three trick plays that remain sensations to not only force overtime but win 43-42. And then there was the marriage proposal by Boise State running back Ian Johnson — shortly after scoring the winning two-point play — to cheerleader Chrissy Popadics that was accepted on national TV. That game put Broncos football on the national map for most fans, but looking back 18 years later, Petersen sees it differently. "Everybody wants to talk about that Oklahoma Fiesta Bowl game, which is great how it all worked out and all those things," Petersen said. "But we go back to play TCU (three years later) again on the big stage. It's not as flashy a game, but to me, that was an even better win." Going back to the Fiesta Bowl and winning, Petersen reasoned, showed the Broncos weren't a splash soon to fade away, that there was something longer lasting and more substantive happening on the famed blue turf. The winning has continued with few interruptions. No. 8 and third-seeded Boise State is preparing for another trip to the Fiesta Bowl, this time in a playoff quarterfinal against No. 5 and sixth-seeded Penn State on New Year's Eve. That success has continued through a series of coaches, though with a lot more of a common thread than readily apparent. Dirk Koetter was hired from Oregon, where Petersen was the wide receivers coach. Not only did Koetter bring Petersen with him to Oregon, Petersen introduced him to Dan Hawkins, who also was hired for the staff. So the transition from Koetter to Hawkins to Petersen ensured at least some level of consistency. Koetter and Hawkins engineered double-digit victory seasons five times over a six-year span that led to power-conference jobs. Koetter went to Arizona State after three seasons and Hawkins to Colorado after five. Then when Petersen became the coach after the 2005 season, he led Boise State to double-digit wins his first seven seasons and made bowls all eight years. He resisted the temptation to leave for a power-conference program until Washington lured him away toward the end of the 2013 season. Then former Boise State quarterback and offensive coordinator Bryan Harsin took over and posted five double-digit victory seasons over his first six years. After going 5-2 during the COVID-shortened 2020 season, he left for Auburn. "They just needed consistency of leadership," said Koetter, who is back as Boise State's offensive coordinator. "This program had always won at the junior-college level, the Division II level, the I-AA (now FCS) level." But Koetter referred to "an unfortunate chain of events" that made Boise State a reclamation project when he took over in 1998. Coach Pokey Allen led Boise State to the Division I-AA national championship game in 1994, but was diagnosed with cancer two days later. He died on Dec. 30, 1996, at 53. Allen coached the final two games that season, Boise State's first in Division I-A (now FBS). Houston Nutt became the coach in 1997, went 4-7 and headed to Arkansas. Then Koetter took over. "One coach dies and the other wasn't the right fit for this program," Koetter said. "Was a really good coach, did a lot of good things, but just wasn't a good fit for here." But because of Boise State's success at the lower levels, Koetter said the program was set up for success. "As Boise State has risen up the conference food chain, they've pretty much always been at the top from a player talent standpoint," Koetter said. "So it was fairly clear if we got things headed in the right direction and did a good job recruiting, we would be able to win within our conference for sure." Success didn't take long. He went 6-5 in 1998 and then won 10 games each of the following two seasons. Hawkins built on that winning and Petersen took it to another level. But there is one season, really one game, no really one half that still bugs Petersen. He thought his best team was in 2010, one that entered that late-November game at Nevada ranked No. 3 and had a legitimate chance to play for the national championship. The Colin Kaepernick-led Wolf Pack won 34-31. "I think the best team that I might've been a part of as the head coach was the team that lost one game to Nevada," Petersen said. "That team, to me, played one poor half of football on offense the entire season. We were winning by a bunch at half (24-7) and we came out and did nothing on offense in the second half and still had a chance to win. "That team would've done some damage." There aren't any what-ifs with this season's Boise State team. The Broncos are in the field of the first 12-team playoff, representing the Group of Five as its highest-ranked conference champion. That got Boise State a bye into the quarterfinals. Spencer Danielson has restored the championship-level play after taking over as the interim coach late last season during a rare downturn that led to Andy Avalos' dismissal. Danielson received the job full time after leading Boise State to the Mountain West championship. Now the Broncos are 12-1 with their only defeat to top-ranked and No. 1 seed Oregon on a last-second field goal. Running back Ashton Jeanty also was the runner-up to the Heisman Trophy. "Boise State has been built on the backs of years and years of success way before I got here," Danielson said. "So even this season is not because of me. It's because the group of young men wanted to leave a legacy, be different. We haven't been to the Fiesta Bowl in a decade. They said in January, 'We're going to get that done.' They went to work." As was the case with Danielson, Petersen and Koetter said attracting top talent is the primary reason Boise State has succeeded all these years. Winning, obviously, is the driving force, and with more entry points to the playoffs, the Broncos could make opportunities to keep returning to the postseason a selling point. But there's also something about the blue carpet. Petersen said he didn't get what it was about when he arrived as an assistant coach, and there was some talk about replacing it with more conventional green grass. A poll in the Idaho Statesman was completely against that idea, and Petersen has come to appreciate what that field means to the program. "It's a cumulative period of time where young kids see big-time games when they're in seventh and eighth and ninth and 10th grade and go, 'Oh, I know that blue turf. I want to go there,'" Petersen said. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Iowa QB Cade McNamara slams 'ridiculous' rumors

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Avior Wealth Management LLC Boosts Stock Position in Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ITCI)The world according to Jim: • Sad to say, but the evidence is mounting that the traditional bowl game, historically considered an end-of-season reward for all of the toil that college football players put in during the year, might be reaching its expiration date. Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin may have been the loudest voice, willing to call out the current procedure as a “dumb system,” but I’d guarantee he wasn’t and isn’t the only coach complaining about the perfect storm of the early signing period and opening of the transfer portal coming right on the heels of the end of the sport’s regular season and right before the bowls. Or maybe we should just refer to them as “non-playoff games,” as differentiated from those games, beginning this weekend, that really have something at stake. ... • The main impact, of course, is that players intending to transfer – as well as those who are already thinking about their NFL draft status – are more inclined to skip the bowl game. Really, since the choice exists and their futures are at stake here, can you blame them? ... • But the issue really came into stark relief this past week. Marshall, scheduled to face Army in the Independence Bowl – um, actually the “Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl” – pulled out because it ran out of players. Marshall head coach Charles Huff, who was in the final year of his contract, took the Southern Mississippi job, and more than 20 players immediately hit the portal. (For those familiar with the school’s nickname, this was a different sort of Thundering Herd.) Could the Radiance Techologies people, whoever they are, have come up with enough NIL money to convince those players to stay just one more game? We’ll never know. Instead, Louisiana Tech – a 5-7 team during the regular season, but conveniently located an hour’s drive from the game site in Shreveport – took Marshall’s place. ... • This reminds us of the 2021 Holiday Bowl at Petco Park. UCLA was scheduled to play North Carolina State, but a little more than five hours before kickoff the Bruins had to bow out because a COVID-19 outbreak depleted their defensive line. • As it turned out, four other bowl games that year were canceled and two others had to replace teams that pulled out, in the days of the Omicron variant. That was unforeseen, although by then we were deep enough into the pandemic that it shouldn’t have been a total surprise. (And the portal, first instituted in 2018, was just beginning to turn college football into a form of mass free agency.) The date that the portal opens now practically invites bowl opt-outs, so this should be not at all surprising. Indeed, it’s another example of how the leadership void at the top of college sports has turned the whole enterprise, and especially football, into one big squirrel derby. ... • That description, incidentally, came from a football guy: Gene Murphy, the late Cal State Fullerton (and later Fullerton JC) coach who had, shall we say, a distinctive way with the language. The definition of squirrel derby: Utter chaos. ... • Can we blame Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette for this trend? Both skipped bowl games at the end of 2016 to prepare for the NFL draft (and to avoid the risk of an injury that could send them spiraling on draft lists). Stanford’s McCaffrey skipped the Sun Bowl and LSU’s Fournette the Citrus Bowl. It was an outlier then but wouldn’t be for long. ... • So what happens the first time a player on one of the playoff teams decides to opt out? The suspicion here: He certainly wouldn’t be helping his draft status. ... • Along those same lines, would anyone else in the NFL dare take a chance on soon to be former 49ers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell now? As you might expect, after Campbell declined to play in the second half last week against the Rams, and then walked to the locker room during the fourth quarter, the club suspended him for the rest of the regular season and cleared out his locker. Whatever the player’s reasons, if you’re a coach or a personnel guy would you even think of signing someone who walked out on his previous team in such an egregious fashion? Opting out is one thing. Flat out quitting is another. ... • We are now approaching the third anniversary of the schoolyard 3-pointer seen around the world, the half-court (or so) shot that third-grade teacher and former college player Kathleen Fitzpatrick (aka Ms. Fitz) sank, earning her entire class at Holy Trininty School in Georgetown hot chocolate. That clip never gets old. ... • What seems less relevant, NBA fans? The NBA Cup final, or the league’s attempt to reinvent an All-Star Game that has become increasingly unwatchable? ... • Reminder: From the moment the banner celebrating the “in-season tournament” championship went up on the wall at the Arena Formerly Known As Staples Center a year ago, the Lakers lost 11 of their next 15. So when the Milwaukee Bucks talk about using this year’s mini-title as an impetus toward a real one in June, take it for what it’s worth (i.e., not much). ... • If they need a reminder, Darvin Ham – Lakers head coach then, Bucks assistant now – can provide it. Related Articles College Sports | Alexander: Chargers’ playoff hopes dwindle as margin for error shrinks College Sports | Alexander: Melissa Ludtke recalls her battle for access College Sports | Alexander: Golden at-bat? It would only tarnish baseball College Sports | Alexander: Trojans’ season filled with valuable lessons College Sports | Alexander: Kings goalie Erik Portillo can be proud after dazzling NHL debut Ham’s Lakers had the same record through 27 games last season, 15-12, that JJ Redick’s team has at the same point this year. Last year’s team finished 47-35 with a roster full of play-in level players beyond LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and there’s not that much difference in talent level this year. In an interview with Andscape Ham noted, “Anywhere else I’m probably looking at an extension with what I did.” He’s not wrong, and that’s the savage part of Laker Exceptionalism. ... • Their best plan right now? Try to work a couple more of those weeks off for LeBron into the middle of the schedule. The most recent one seemed to have the desired effect. 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As Afrobeat takes the world by storm, captivating audiences with its infectious energy and cultural significance, a new podcast, Culture Sonic, is set to delve deep into the heart of this musical phenomenon. Hosted by the dynamic duo of media personality, Cheche Smith and Lucklyn Audu, an entertainment lawyer, ‘Culture Sonic’ intends to provide listeners with an immersive journey into the world of Afrobeat. “We’re excited to bring listeners a fresh perspective on the music industry,” says Cheche Smith, one of the hosts of Culture Sonic. “We’ll be exploring everything from its impact on global culture, to independent artists and everything in between. “Our goal is to give listeners a deeper understanding of the music, the artists, and the culture that surrounds it,” adds Lucklyn Audu, co-host of the podcast. “We’ll be interviewing industry leaders, analyzing the latest trends, and discussing the challenges and opportunities facing Afrobeat artists,” Smith said. The podcast will feature candid interviews with industry heavyweights, including renowned DJs, producers, musicians, and music executives like DJ Neptune, Excel Joab, Joey Akan, Ayomide Tayo, Crowd Kontroller, Obinna Agwu and host of others. Smith further noted that by sharing their insights and experiences, these experts will provide a comprehensive understanding of the Afrobeats phenomenon and the African music industry. “Listeners can expect to gain valuable knowledge about the evolution of Afrobeats from its humble beginnings to its global dominance, the business side of the music industry, including record deals, publishing rights, and the challenges faced by African artists, the impact of technology on the music industry, the cultural significance of Afrobeats, and the future of the genre, including emerging trends, new talent, and the potential for further growth,” she added. The first episode of Culture Sonic drops December 5, 2024, and will be available on Spotify and YouTube with plans to expand to other platforms. As Afrobeat continues to evolve and gain global recognition, Culture Sonic offers a unique opportunity to explore the intricacies of this vibrant and dynamic genre.SAVVY shoppers are rushing to buy these £10 Lidl and Aldi products that will help fight mould and condensation for FREE. Peace Lily plants can be a great way to dehumidify damp spaces and it thrives without sunlight. 2 Lidl will be stocking Peace Lilies from December 12 2 The festive plant could be the perfect Christmas gift Credit: Aldi Peace Lillies love humid conditions and can even grow under fluorescent lights, according to experts. Aldi and Lidl are stocking the handy plants for just £9.99. The budget superstores have marketed the "festive" foliage as ideal Christmas gifts too. Lidl specifies their Peace Lilies are between 60 to 70cm, while the diameter of the pot is 17cm. Read More SWEET DEAL Quality Street tubs slashed to £3.50 at major supermarket GIFTS FOR LESS Best Christmas gifts for under £5 including Lidl candle and Aldi hat They will be in store from December 12. Aldi's plant holders are the same size, while the stem height isn't specified. The plants will be available at the discount supermarket from December 15. When kept in low light Peace Lilies will produce more leaves and look like a traditional foliage plant, whereas when kept in sunlight, lilies will flower more often. Most read in Money HOUSE ABOUT THAT? Scotland's cheapest areas to rent revealed - is yours on the list? SHUT UP SHOP Top rated Scots restaurant to close its doors forever SWEET DEAL Quality Street tubs slashed to £3.50 at major supermarket FESTIVE FREEBIE Major supermarket is giving away FREE mince pies - how to get them These plants can be a great option for people with allergies or asthma, but the plant with the white flowers can also be toxic to pets so it is recommended that it is kept out of reach. But, if Peace Lilies aren't your cup of tea, there are a host of different beneficial plants for your home. Palms also absorb moisture through their leaves and are a great choice to help control humidity and keep mould at bay. Varieties like areca palms, bamboo palms, the lady palm, dwarf date palm and reed palm are the best for sucking up condensation. Experts ideally recommend these plants are kept lightly moist but, not waterlogged and positioned in areas with indirect sunlight. What to do in extreme cases of mould and damp In extreme cases of damp and mould , it’s best to keep the windows open to allow airflow, consider using an anti-mould treatment to tackle the problem. You can seek out an expert and if you are renting speak to your landlord about fixing the issue. When we checked online we spotted some Palms starting from £30 on specialist garden websites. Spider plants are another great alternative. This lovely plant is a creeping vine with pointed leaves that is excellent at purifying the air of mould and mildew. According to experts, it's a helpful plant to have in your home because it not only removes harmful pollutants but is also easy to care for. The other good news about this plant is that it's pet-friendly, so animal lovers need not worry about keeping it out of the way of their furry friend. Amazon has a wide selection of spider plants and we found one complete with pot for £12.99 . Meanwhile, if plants aren't your thing, there are plenty of other mould busting tips and tricks. A cleaning guru revealed a 60p drink that is perfect for getting rid of mould. Read more on the Scottish Sun WHITE XMAS Scots to wake up to 60cm of snow on Christmas as blizzard to blanket country 'vicious circle' I live in Scotland's benefits hotspot -I've only worked 4 years of my life Another woman told how her walls were growing furry mould and a £4 Amazon buy got rid of it instantly. And, a home expert has revealed five simple tricks to banish mould and condensation from your home. Other mould-beating houseplants on sale at Ikea, B&Q and Amazon By Lydnsey Young Snake plants This succulent plant keeps excess water in its thick leaves and is very hardy and adaptable. Snake plants are great starting plants for beginners as they are pretty low maintenance. You only need to water the plant every week or two and it will survive even if you forget a couple of times. The snake plant grows best in bright light and warm temperatures and comes in leaf shapes and colours. You can get miniature snake plants in Ikea for just £5. Boston ferns Boston ferns are popular houseplants known for their lush, feathery fronds but are also great at reducing mould spores and toxins through their leaves. When caring for a Boston fern, a good rule of thumb is to check the soil moisture regularly and water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Experts also recommend misting the plant occasionally, as this can help increase the humidity around it and keep its fronds looking fresh and vibrant. B&Q also had some Boston Ferns on its website starting from £14.99. English Ivy The English ivy can remove airborne mould from humid spaces and other nasties too. It’s a great choice for tiny spaces and cramped bathrooms. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and somewhere with airflow and needs regular watering. Hanging baskets are ideal for this plant – and they serve another purpose too – as it's toxic to pets. It's worth noting that these plants are vines and can extend up to 50 meters in length, with growth booming particularly in the third year. Orchids If you're aiming to combat mould and condensation but also want something pretty to look at, orchids are the way to go. In addition to enhancing your home decor, they also contribute to lowering humidity levels indoors. These plants derive all their nutrients and moisture from the surrounding air. To thrive, orchids need regular watering and misting, but experts recommend doing so with rainwater or boiled water rather than tap water. Marks and Spencer has some orchids online for £20.Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) has announced that he is voting against this year’s $900 billion Pentagon budget, citing the defense industry’s “massive fraud” and “waste” as Congress neglects the fact that regular Americans are struggling to survive. In an op-ed in The Guardian on Sunday , Sanders pointed out that the U.S.’s defense budget — which, between the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and other spending for defense, will total nearly $1 trillion — is higher than the next nine top global spenders on the military combined. “The US has fallen far behind other major countries in protecting the most vulnerable, and our government has failed millions of working families. But while so many Americans are struggling to get by, the United States is spending record-breaking amounts of money on the military,” Sanders wrote. The NDAA is poised to come to a vote within the coming days, with the massive figure having not faced much scrutiny in Congress despite the fact that the budget balloons to extreme heights each and every year. This year, Congress is slated to authorize $850 billion for the Department of Defense directly, as well as other “national security” projects, with add-ons like nuclear weapons and emergency spending likely to push the budget close to or over $1 trillion. Sanders pointed out that this spending is going toward an agency that has failed seven audits in a row, unable to account for its over $4 trillion in assets — while hundreds of billions will also go toward private defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, RTX, General Dynamics and Northrop Grumman, who charge the government brazenly high prices with little accountability or consequences. For instance, the companies “jacked up prices” as Congress has appropriated emergency funds for defense contractors to expand their production capacity to make weapons for Ukraine, the senator pointed out. These four companies have brought in over $353 billion in revenue from taxpayers since 2022, turning $57 billion in profits and spending $61 billion on dividends and stock buybacks. “Very few people who have researched the military-industrial complex doubt that there is massive fraud, waste and cost over-runs in the system,” Sanders said, pointing out that defense contractors protect their profits and large executive payouts with extensive lobbying campaigns. “We do not need to spend almost a trillion dollars on the military, while half a million Americans are homeless and children go hungry,” Sanders concluded. “I will be voting against the military budget.” In his term in office, President Joe Biden has massively increased the military budget, taking it from $740 billion in 2020 to a level this year that exceeds the amount that the U.S. spent on average each year during World War II when adjusted for inflation, as analyst Stephen Semler has pointed out. When accounting for other military-related programs like veterans’ aid, U.S. spending on militarism in Fiscal Year 2025 will total a whopping $1.6 trillion, according to the National Priorities Project . The U.S.’s militarism projects have horrific and deadly consequences. In the first year of Israel’s genocide in Gaza, for instance, the U.S. sent a record $18 billion in military aid to Israel. The U.S. is slated to send another $20 billion soon, enabling Israel as it carries out an ethnic cleansing campaign in Gaza, continually violates a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, and occupies and attacks other surrounding countries like Syria.

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