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The “Soft Landing” That Still Feels Hard: November Jobs Data and America’s Sticky Pivot

By HarshitWASHINGTON, DECEMBER 4, 2026 — Bureau of Labor Statistics delivered a November employment report on Friday that confirmed what many Americans already feel: the U.S. economy is stable on paper, but strained in practice. The latest data shows the labor market continuing to cool without cracking—meeting the technical definition of a “soft landing,” even […]

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Warriors Rally Past Jazz With Dominant Second-Half Surge at Chase Center

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By Harshit SAN FRANCISCO, JANUARY 4 —The Golden State Warriors delivered a statement second-half performance at the Chase Center, overturning a halftime deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz in a tightly contested Western Conference matchup that swung decisively in the final period. Utah entered the night seeking consistency after an uneven stretch, while Golden State

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America’s Business Reality in Early 2026: Profits Under Pressure, Strategy Over Hype

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By Harshit NEW YORK, JANUARY 3, 2026 — As the United States enters the first full business week of 2026, corporate America is operating in a markedly different environment than it did just two years ago. The era defined by easy capital, rapid digital expansion, and aggressive hiring has ended. In its place is a

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Samsung Unveils The Freestyle+, an AI-Powered Portable Projector Built for Anywhere Viewing

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By HarshitLAS VEGAS, 2 JAN. 2026 — Samsung Electronics has announced the global launch of The Freestyle+, its latest AI-powered portable projector, ahead of CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The new model expands on the original Freestyle concept with smarter AI-driven picture optimization, higher brightness, and a more seamless all-in-one entertainment experience. Positioned as a

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U.S. Measles Cases Surge Past 2,000 in 2025, Putting Elimination Status at Risk

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By Harshit ATLANTA, JANUARY 2, 2026 —The United States recorded more than 2,000 measles cases in 2025, marking the country’s highest annual total in more than three decades and raising fresh concerns about the durability of its measles elimination status. Federal data released this week shows that ongoing outbreaks—most notably in upstate South Carolina and

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Ole Miss vs Georgia Live: Rebels Push Bulldogs to the Brink in Sugar Bowl CFP Quarterfinal

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By Harshit NEW ORLEANS, JANUARY 2, 2026 —The College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Sugar Bowl has turned into an instant classic, with Ole Miss Rebels trading heavyweight blows with the Georgia Bulldogs inside the Caesars Superdome. With just over two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, Ole Miss holds a tense 34–31 lead as

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The Year of the “Agent”: When Technology Gets Physical

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By HarshitNEW YORK, JAN. 2, 2026 — If 2025 was the year of pilot programs, 2026 is the year of deployment. The U.S. technology sector has stopped trying to impress consumers with conversational novelty and has pivoted decisively toward systems that execute real work. Chatbots that write poetry are fading into the background. In their

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The “Day One” Memo: How U.S. Companies Must Operate in the Efficiency Economy of 2026

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By HarshitNEW YORK, JANUARY 2, 2026 American businesses are entering 2026 with fewer illusions and sharper priorities. The era defined by post-pandemic stimulus, emergency fiscal support, and cheap capital is decisively over. In its place stands a leaner, more disciplined operating environment—one where execution, cost control, and measurable returns matter more than ambition or narrative.

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US Military Says Five Killed After Strike on Alleged Drug-Smuggling Boats

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By Harshit WASHINGTON, JANUARY 1 — The United States military says it carried out fresh strikes on two boats allegedly carrying narcotics on Wednesday, killing five people on board, as the Trump administration’s aggressive maritime campaign against drug trafficking continues to draw legal and political scrutiny. In a statement, US Southern Command said the vessels

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The New Year’s Kiss Between Alex Pereira and Tracy Cortez That Set Social Media Ablaze

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By Harshit LOS ANGELES, JANUARY 1, 2026 — 8 AM EDTThe start of 2026 came with a headline-making moment in the world of combat sports and pop culture, as Alex Pereira and Tracy Cortez publicly confirmed their relationship with a romantic New Year’s kiss shared on social media. The moment, posted to Cortez’s Instagram Stories

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