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Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Makes Acting Debut
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Knicks Star Jalen Brunson Makes Acting Debut

Fluoride-Free Toothpaste Gains Popularity
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Fluoride-Free Toothpaste Gains Popularity

Hydroxyapatite, a mineral with research backing its effectiveness, is being used in fluoride-free toothpaste, but what do dentists think?

8th Pay Commission Nears End of Term
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8th Pay Commission Nears End of Term

The commission, set to impact over 1 crore people, including 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners, is expected to submit its report by May-June 2027

Simplify Your Life
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Simplify Your Life

A new stress-free guide is available to help individuals organize their important paperwork and documents, including locating vital items like Social Security cards

Shah Rukh Khan Skips 61st Birthday Meet-And-Greet
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Shah Rukh Khan Skips 61st Birthday Meet-And-Greet

The actor's traditional birthday event, #SRKDAY, has been cancelled due to work commitments on his upcoming film 'King', with a possible larger fan gathering planned before the film's release

1.2 Crore Govt Employees Await 3% DA Hike
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1.2 Crore Govt Employees Await 3% DA Hike

The proposed increase is expected to take the dearness allowance rate to 63% of basic pay, benefiting approximately 1.2 crore central government employees and pensioners

Diwali Safety Tips For Pets
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Diwali Safety Tips For Pets

As the festival of lights approaches, pet owners must take precautions to protect their furry friends from overwhelming noise, lights, and smoke, with veterinary concerns often rising during this time

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11M Impressions: 2-Minute Drill Game Takes NFL Fans By Storm

A new digital football game, Two-Minute Drill, has gone viral with 11 million impressions, allowing players to participate in a two-minute drill scenario from an NFL game daily or in Survivor mode, with a pro version available for $4.99

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Dancing With Stars Chooses Themes

A committee process involving executive producers and musical director Ray Chew decides the theme nights, with recent examples including Mariah Carey Night and Yacht Rock Night

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Windows 11 2026 Update Released

Microsoft's latest update extends support to October 2028 and activates new features already included in the operating system, with a streamlined update experience designed to minimize disruption

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5 Refs Still Going Strong in 80s

Meet the five Connecticut soccer referees, including 87-year-old Elmer Deschaine, who have collectively defied age to continue officiating games, with Deschaine entering his 51st season as a soccer referee

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What Is A Gift Of Equity?

A gift of equity allows home sellers to transfer part of their equity to buyers, helping with down payments and closing costs, and can be a useful strategy for families passing homes to the next generation

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Leafs Prospect Lands $13.725M Deal

18-year-old Gavin McKenna's entry-level contract sets him up for a promising career with potential bonuses worth millions

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Natarajan: Cosmos Holds Surprises

Astrophysicist Priyamvada Natarajan reveals humanity's tiny place in a vast universe to David Brooks in a podcast.

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The Early Spring Ends

Jing Boran and Sun Qian's characters navigate a complicated romance in the Chinese drama's 24-episode run, now concluded on Netflix and Youku

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iPhone 17 Pro Max Price Slashed to ₹79,800

The ₹1,47,900 iPhone 17 Pro Max can be bought for ₹79,800 after applying a trade-in offer and credit-card discount, but the calculation depends on location and device details

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Mirzapur Movie Earns ₹150 Crore

A second post-credits scene was shot but deleted to potentially feature in a sequel, as the film rakes in over ₹100 crore net domestically in four days

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FF7 Devs: Play Alone

Naoki Hamaguchi and Teruki Endo reveal new FITS combat system and playable characters Cid and Vincent at PAX West

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Ditch CarPlay Cables

Ottocast's wireless adapter turns any wired CarPlay connection into a wireless one, pairing via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

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