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Curley Slams Sound Transit’s $240 Million Pinehurst Station as Seattle Transit Debate Intensifies

Sound Transit’s new Pinehurst light rail station has opened in Seattle, but the project is already drawing sharp criticism over its $240 million price tag and broader value to taxpayers. The dispute underscores a familiar tension in U.S. infrastructure spending: whether major transit investments are being delivered efficiently and whether promised development benefits will arrive fast enough to justify the cost.

By RDU Global Wire5 min read

Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors4h ago

Apple's AirPods 5 Push Affordable Earbuds Into Premium Territory With Standout Noise Cancellation

Apple's latest AirPods 5 are drawing attention for delivering unusually strong noise cancellation in a more affordable wireless earbud package, according to early reviews highlighted by BGR and other tech outlets. The reception suggests Apple is narrowing the gap between mainstream earbuds and premium models, while giving consumers a tougher choice between value, features, and higher-end alternatives.

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Commodities, Energy & FX17m ago

China Pushes EV Charging Into Minutes as U.S. Risks Falling Further Behind

China's latest electric-vehicle battery breakthrough is sharpening a global technology divide, with a new lithium iron phosphate pack reportedly able to charge from 10% to 70% in just 4.5 minutes at 65°C. The advance underscores how quickly Chinese automakers and battery makers are compressing charging times, while the United States continues to grapple with slower public charging infrastructure and a less integrated EV ecosystem.

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Defence, Intelligence & AerospaceJust now (06:45 AM IST)

Dogs Decipher Human Language Using Unique Cognitive Mechanisms, Study Reveals

A groundbreaking study has unveiled that dogs employ cognitive strategies similar to human infants to interpret human speech, challenging previous assumptions about canine communication abilities. This research sheds light on the intricate bond between humans and dogs, suggesting a deeper understanding of language processing in non-human species.

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National Governance & Policy5h ago

Telangana eyes tourism coupons to lure Hyderabad IT workers into weekend travel boom

The Telangana government is weighing a new "Tourism Coupons" initiative aimed at encouraging Hyderabad's large IT workforce to travel across the state on weekends, in a bid to expand domestic tourism and spotlight lesser-known destinations. The proposal comes alongside a much larger push to use AI, digital tools and private investment to position Telangana as a major tourism hub, with officials now targeting Rs 50,000 crore in tourism investments and 5 lakh jobs.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance7h ago

RBI Bulletin Flags India's 7.8% Growth Resilience Amid West Asia Shock, Inflation Pressures and Banking Funding Debate

The Reserve Bank of India's September 2026 Bulletin presents an economy that remains notably resilient despite renewed geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising energy prices and volatile global markets. Alongside reporting 7.8% growth in the first quarter of 2026-27, the Bulletin argues that a higher credit-deposit ratio alone is not a reliable sign of banking stress and points to strong foreign exchange reserves, FDI inflows and narrowing trade deficits as key buffers.

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National Governance & Policy8h ago

Hisense E8S Review: Mini-LED TV Pushes Premium Features at a Value Price in India

Hisense is leaning hard into India's fast-changing TV market with the E8S, a 65-inch Mini-LED model priced at Rs 76,990 that bundles premium display and audio features usually associated with pricier rivals. In early hands-on use, the TV stands out for strong contrast, useful anti-reflective treatment, capable built-in sound and a feature set aimed at movies, streaming and gaming alike.

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National Governance & Policy11h ago

Maana, Black Irish, The Leader and Final Call Impress in Saturday Morning Track Work

Maana, Final Call, Preview, Black Irish and The Leader were among the standout performers when horses were exercised at the track on Saturday morning, Sept. 26. Several others also caught the eye across the inner and outer sand, with timed gallops suggesting a number of runners are in fine fettle ahead of upcoming engagements.

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India Sports & Cricket12h ago

India outlast Iran 37-34 to seal record-extending fourth Asian Games women's kabaddi gold

India defended their Asian Games women's kabaddi crown with a tense 37-34 victory over Iran in the final on Saturday, exploiting a persistent weakness on Iran's left flank to secure a record-extending fourth gold. The win preserved India's unbeaten run in the event at the Asian Games, with the only interruption to their dominance coming in 2018 when Iran beat them in the Jakarta final.

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