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Jerry Seinfeld walks back claim of ‘extreme left’ killing comedy – National

17Oct

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Entertainment, Movies

Jerry Seinfeld walks back claim of ‘extreme left’ killing comedy – National

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld has seemingly changed his tune, expressing “regret” over comments he made earlier this year claiming the “extreme left” killed comedy. In April, the 70-year-old Unfrosted creator said ” PC crap ” has altogether put an end to true TV comedy at a time when people need lighthearted laughter the most.During a conversation with The New Yorker, Seinfeld said current TV programs are unfunny because writers are “worrying so much about offending other people.” @newyorker On a new episode of The New Yorker Radio Hour, Jerry Seinfeld talks with David Remnick about his new film on the history of Pop-Tarts, the changing norms in comedy, and turning 70. Listen to their full conversation at the link in our bio. #jerryseinfeld #unfrosted #podtok ♬ original sound – The New Yorker No...

Saqib Saleem snubbed from ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ trailer? Actor shares post

17Oct

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Entertainment, Movies

Saqib Saleem snubbed from ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ trailer? Actor shares post

The makers of Citadel: Honey Bunny unveiled its captivating action-packed trailer on Tuesday. The Indian series born from the world of Citadel is directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK. The series features the immensely talented Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the lead and the ever-so-versatile Kay Kay Menon, along with an exciting ensemble cast that includes Simran, Saqib Saleem, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar, and Kashvi Majmundar. Saqib Saleem skips ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ trailer launch While most of the cast members attended the trailer launch, actor Saqib Saleem skipped the event and shared a cryptic post on Instagram with the caption, “Home alone n reading.” His post contained a highlighted bit from the book that stated, “Regardless of whether your ci...

Intel faces headwinds in China as trade body calls for security probe

17Oct

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Business

Intel faces headwinds in China as trade body calls for security probe

Intel products sold in China have been recommended for a security review by a local trade association that alleges the U.S. chipmaker poses "serious risks" to national security. In a statement on Wednesday evening, the Cybersecurity Association of China outlined alleged vulnerabilities in Intel's CPU chips, claiming that flaws in product quality and security management show an "irresponsible attitude toward its customers," according to a Google translation.CSAC further accused Intel of using remote management features to surveil users while covertly installing backdoors and of failing to address defects reported by users. Read more about chip stocks from CNBC ProDaniel Newman, CEO of The Futurum Group, noted the security review comes amid increased tensions between China and the U.S. in re...

What is diplomatic immunity, which India refused to waive for expelled agents? – National

17Oct

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Politics

What is diplomatic immunity, which India refused to waive for expelled agents? – National

When Canadian officials announced this week it had expelled six Indian diplomats for alleged links to criminal activity targeting Canadian citizens, they said the action was taken after India refused to waive diplomatic immunity. That immunity shields foreign diplomats from criminal proceedings, including questioning by police in an investigation.Global News reported that agents working out of India’s high commission in Ottawa and consulates in Vancouver and Toronto were allegedly behind dozens of violent crimes across Canada that targeted opponents of the Narendra Modi government.Canada expelled the six Indian diplomats, including the high commissioner, after the RCMP and government officials made their investigative findings public Monday.India swiftly retaliated by ordering six Canadian...

17Oct

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Business

Travelers (TRV) Q3 earnings report

Travelers Insurance offices in New York City.Adam Jeffery | CNBCTravelers Companies' third-quarter profit beat Wall Street expectations as higher underwriting gains and investment income more than offset steep catastrophe losses, sending shares of the insurer up nearly 7%.Individuals and businesses are spending more on insurance, allowing insurers to attract and retain clients despite higher prices for some policies such as auto and property.Core income of Travelers, often seen as a sector bellwether as it typically reports results before peers, jumped nearly three-fold to $1.22 billion, or $5.24 per share, in the three months ended Sept. 30. Analysts polled by LSEG had forecast a profit of $3.55 per share.Net written premiums rose 8% as all its units grew. Underwriting gains climbed to $6...

Standing more linked to higher risk of circulatory issues: Study

17Oct

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Health

Standing more linked to higher risk of circulatory issues: Study

Spending more time standing rather than sitting does not improve cardiovascular health and is linked to a higher risk of circulatory issues, Australian researchers have found. In a study published on Thursday, researchers from the University of Sydney analysed data from research-grade wrist devices that were worn by 83,013 adults in Britain and found that there were no health benefits to standing more compared to sitting. They found that, over the long term, standing more did not reduce a person`s chances of suffering a cardiovascular health incidence -- such as heart failure, coronary heart disease and stroke -- and could increase the risk of circulatory issues related to standing such as varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. However, the research found that sitting for over 10 hou...

High-quality growth stocks are must-owns, Trivariate Research says

17Oct

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Business

High-quality growth stocks are must-owns, Trivariate Research says

Mounting geopolitical tensions and a tight presidential election may intensify market volatility in coming weeks, but high-quality growth stocks may prove a useful way for investors to hedge against any future uncertainty, according to Trivariate Research. October is a historically volatile month for stocks , and this week alone has seen the market seesaw. Following the gains in Monday's trading session – which saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average close above 43,000 for the first time and the S & P 500 also end at a fresh record – all three major averages retreated to end in the red on Tuesday. The indexes then finished back up again on Wednesday, with the Dow Industrials reaching yet another all-time high. This comes as earnings season is underway, with 79% of the 50 S & P names o...

Canada-India tensions spark travel concerns among Indian diaspora – National

17Oct

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Politics

Canada-India tensions spark travel concerns among Indian diaspora – National

As tensions escalate between India and Canada, some in the Indian diaspora say they’re concerned about how the situation might affect travel between the two countries. The federal government expelled six Indian diplomats on Monday after the RCMP said it had credible evidence that Indian agents played a role in violent crimes on Canadian soil, including extortion, coercion and murder of Canadian citizens.India insists it has not been given evidence of any government involvement in crimes in Canada, and it has ordered six Canadian diplomats to leave.Fazle Baki, president of the South Asian Centre of Windsor in southwestern Ontario, says many community members he’s spoken to – particularly families and students – have expressed concern about their ability to travel between India and Canada if...

17Oct

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Business

ELV, TSM, EXPE, LCID and more

Check out the companies making headlines before the bell. Elevance Health – Shares plummeted more than 10% after the health insurer reported weaker-than-expected third-quarter earnings. In a statement , CEO Gail Boudreaux said the company remains "confident" amid "unprecedented challenges in the Medicaid business." Health care stocks Molina Healthcare and Centene also fell nearly 9% and more than 7%, respectively. Taiwan Semiconductor – The stock surged more than 8% after the company reported a 54% gain in net profit for the third quarter. Shares of chip giant Nvidia – one of TSMC's clients – rose more than 3% in sympathy following the quarterly results. Expedia – Shares jumped nearly 5% after The Financial Times reported, citing people familiar with the process, that Uber explored a poten...

Ukraine calls for sanctions over alleged North Korean involvement in war

17Oct

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World News

Ukraine calls for sanctions over alleged North Korean involvement in war

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses members of the Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv. Photo: Handout / UKRAINIAN PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE / AFP Ukraine is calling on its allies to impose new sanctions on Pyongyang after it said North Korea had become a de facto participant in the war in Ukraine on Russia's side. President Volodymyr Zelensky told parliament in a speech to outline his victory plan that his spy services had confirmed North Korea's supply of both weapons and people to Russia, echoing similar comments in recent days. "These are workers for Russian factories to replace Russians killed in the war. And personnel for the Russian army. In fact, this is the participation of a second state in the war against Ukraine on the side of Russia," Zelensky said. The Kremlin has d...