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In a surprising turn of events, Bapusaheb Pathare of the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) clinched a victory over Sunil Tingre in the Vadgaon Sheri assembly constituency in Pune city on Saturday. Pathare, who was lagging behind until the 15th round of vote counting, managed to win the seat by a margin of 4,710 votes. This election outcome comes after Tingre, the incumbent MLA, faced allegations earlier this year related to shielding a minor involved in a deadly accident. Facing criticism from NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar, Tingre was previously successful in defeating BJP's Jagdish Mulik in 2019. (With inputs from agencies.)
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Social media users are up in arms after Nick Jonas seemingly showed support for Elon Musk during a friendly interaction between the pair online. On Tuesday, the tech billionaire, 53, reacted to a post on X claiming his company’s profits skyrocketed since President-elect Donald Trump’s November election victory . “Tesla is up 100% since Donald Trump won!” the post read . Musk then responded to the post with a GIF of two of the Jonas Brothers — Joe and Kevin — spinning around a table with the caption, “My, how the tables have turned!” Shortly after, Nick Jonas quote-tweeted Musk’s post with a cheeky reference to the Jonas Brothers’ 2006 hit cover of the song “Year 3000” by the UK band Busted. He captioned his post,“Take us to the Year 3000” alongside a photo of the SpaceX founder. Nick Jonas’ response quickly garnered attention on X, with many fans expressing disappointment over the Disney alum supposedly co-signing Musk. elon musk tweeting a jonas brothers gif was not on my 2024 bingo card, & nick jonas responding to it?????? delete this tweeting at elon musk is definitely a choice The fact that the Elon Musk tweet is still up and you have not once deleted it after Jonas Fans have told you. It’s not hard to delete something Nicholas and make an apology or at least stand up to yourself. @nickjonas No no no no no no pic.twitter.com/18TXrFafR1 Other X users defended Nick Jonas as some pointed out that his tweet doesn’t necessarily declare his support for the controversial Musk. Elon Musk shared a gif with the Jonas Brothers in it and Nick Jonas quote tweeted it in a joking way and... this makes tens of thousands of people suddenly think the Jonas Brothers are Republicans? I hate this timeline I don’t assume that Nick Jonas is a Republican from his tweet. He supported Joe Biden in 2020 and protested an anti-trans bathroom bill in South Carolina. I think because Elon Musk used a GIF with Jonas Brothers, Nick referred to his technology for nostalgia without thinking pic.twitter.com/Ox7oh4nc2z Other news outlets have retreated behind paywalls. At HuffPost, we believe journalism should be free for everyone. Would you help us provide essential information to our readers during this critical time? We can't do it without you. Can't afford to contribute? Support HuffPost by creating a free account and log in while you read. You've supported HuffPost before, and we'll be honest — we could use your help again . We view our mission to provide free, fair news as critically important in this crucial moment, and we can't do it without you. Whether you give once or many more times, we appreciate your contribution to keeping our journalism free for all. You've supported HuffPost before, and we'll be honest — we could use your help again . We view our mission to provide free, fair news as critically important in this crucial moment, and we can't do it without you. Whether you give just one more time or sign up again to contribute regularly, we appreciate you playing a part in keeping our journalism free for all. Already contributed? Log in to hide these messages. Nick Jonas being in the hot seat with his fans comes after Musk rocked the boat online when he was appointed by Trump in November to run the newly proposed Department of Government Efficiency alongside Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy . Related From Our PartnerThe world approved a bitterly negotiated climate deal Sunday committing wealthy historic polluters to $300 billion annually for poor and vulnerable nations that had demanded far more to confront the crisis of global warming. After two exhaustive weeks of chaotic bargaining and sleepless nights, nearly 200 nations banged through the contentious finance pact in the early hours beneath a sports stadium roof in Azerbaijan. Nations had struggled to reconcile long-standing divisions over climate finance. Sleep-deprived diplomats, huddled in anxious groups, were still revising the final phrasing on the plenary floor before the deal passed. At points, the talks appeared on the brink of collapse, with developing nations storming out of meetings and threatening to walk away should rich nations not cough up more cash. In the end -- despite repeating that no deal is better than a bad deal -- they did not stand in the way of an agreement, despite it falling well short of what they want. The final deal commits developed nations to pay at least $300 billion a year by 2035 to help developed countries green their economies and prepare for worse disasters. That is up from $100 billion now provided by wealthy nations under a commitment set to expire -- and from the $250 billion proposed in a draft Friday. That offer was slammed as offensively low by developing countries, which have demanded at least $500 billion to build resilience against climate change and cut emissions. A number of countries have accused Azerbaijan, an authoritarian oil and gas exporter, of lacking the experience and will to meet the moment, as the planet again sets temperature records and faces rising deadly disasters. Wealthy countries and small island nations have also been concerned by efforts led by Saudi Arabia to water down calls from last year's summit to phase out fossil fuels. The United States and EU have wanted newly wealthy emerging economies like China -- the world's largest emitter -- to chip in. 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ANGLETON Students at Angleton High School lined up in the hallways to cheer the football team Friday as they left for the Class 5A, Division 1 state semifinals against the Smithson Valley Rangers. The last time Angleton High School went to the state semifinals was in 2017. The marching band led the way from the gymnasium to the auditorium with the drill team and cheerleaders behind. The football team followed with their equipment bags in tow, greeting friends and teachers as they walked. “My dad was a high school football coach,” social studies teacher Monica Kotrla said. “I don’t think a lot of people realize how much they’re away from their own kids.” The coaches and players have worked hard on their journey to the state tournament with support from their families, friends and community. “It’s times like this where I’m reminded we still are a small community, and they still care about our kids,” Kotrla said. Every teacher knows at least one player and is excited for all the students — on the team or not — to experience the celebrations. It’s a representation of Angleton High School’s Purple Pride. “To see the young men, who I’ve had as freshmen, and now they’re juniors and seniors, it’s just overwhelming because you think — are they gonna do it? They’re gonna do it,” freshman world geography teacher Sandra O’Bryan said. O’Bryan is glad the community has continued to show support for everyone involved with the football team, including the band, drill team, cheerleaders and students. “I just feel like Angleton is so hyped for this football game,” sophomore Angelina Pham said. “The community’s just come together and supporting this football team along the way.” The energy filled the high school as students and staff rallied behind the team as they prepared for Saturday’s game at Baylor University’s McLane Stadium in Waco. The experience has been amazing in how it’s brought everyone together to bring out the spirit of Angleton’s Purple Pride, senior Cirena Rackley said. “It’s really fun because you see everyone coming together like that, that you don’t normally see,” she said. The broader Angleton community had the players and coaches for their own rally at Gulf of Coast Auto, filling every available space to be able to join the sendoff. Those in attendance created a sea of purple, including under a tent where a group of loved ones sold Wildcat merchandise to all who wanted it. “Let’s Go Wildcats,” said Shelle Petteway. “Round five. Eat them up ’Cats.” She and her group were rooting for Maurice Hightower in particular. The shouts of celebration and encouragement were soon drowned out by the head of the procession, led by Angleton Volunteer Fire Department Ladder 1. Full lights and sirens lit the way as Engine 2 followed, eliciting giggles as one of the firefighters, dressed as The Grinch, hung out the window to wave. Someone let off their confetti cannons, leading to a chain reaction from everyone else who had brought one. The smell of burned powder temporarily overpowered the smell of Kenjo’s BBQ from the food truck parked nearby. Next to Kenjo’s stood Shalonda Jackson Grear and her family, all dressed in supporting colors, with the youngest holding a handful of purple balloons. As a parent who attends all the football sendoffs and celebrations, she was all smiles as she talked about how excited she was for the game. “I’m No. 58’s mom, Kawarren Scott; best friend, Brynden Mack, No. 13,” Grear said. “I just want to send them a big shout out and tell them good luck, and we’re gonna leave here with it and come back with it and wait for them to go to Dallas.” Three Angleton EMS vehicles later and the main event drove past. The Angleton Wildcats cruised though in two charter buses with blacked-out windows. For many of the players, it would be the last time they would see their friends and families until after the big game. Many had brought posters, wanting to make sure their support was known even when their voices wouldn’t be enough. One group of girls chaperoned by a supportive mom had put effort into glittering their posters supporting their favorite players. They, like much of their student body, are invested in the game. They’re especially excited following the plays that managed to save Angleton from what looked like losses and turn them into the biggest wins of the season. “These past two games, especially the last game, we were really bad,” Keira Cook said. “So when we did get that win, it was just really exciting. Seeing that win was impossible, it was amazing.” She and her friends, including Faith Villareal, had watched the game together. Villareal never lost hope, she said. “I mean, me personally, I’m an all-time Angleton Wildcat,” Villareal said. “So me in the stands, I mean, yeah, I did have a little think, like, ‘man, we’re gonna win? We’re against the refs and the football players.’ But, at the same time, she’s over here next to me saying ‘we’re gonna lose, we’re gonna lose’ and I was like, ‘No, we got this, We are gonna win.’” “I was scared we weren’t gonna be able to beat the refs, just because it was bad call after bad call, so I was scared,” Cook said. “I knew our boys were gonna pull through and we were gonna win, and I have the same expectations for tomorrow,” Villareal said. Multiple police and constable police vehicles, lights flashing, completed the parade. “I’m just so proud of the kids, how hard they’re working, how much they’re willing to sacrifice to put Angleton on the map,” said Shelby De Los Santos, who teaches U.S. history and is the junior varsity cheer sponsor. “The whole mood is just fun. The pride is unreal.” As an Angleton alumni, the whole experience has been exciting, she said. De Los Santos will be leaving around 7 a.m. Saturday to head to Waco and cheer the Wildcats. “It’s been such an incredible milestone not only for the football team but, when I look at all the students and the parents that are moving behind them, so far, it’s been a journey for everyone,” Principal Anthony Smedley said. When the Angleton football went to the semifinals in 2017, Smedley was the assistant principal. “It’s good to see it happen again,” he said. “We want to celebrate all together, not only the school but the entire community.” Those who can’t make it to Waco but still want to see the game can do so under the covered service area at the Gulf Coast Auto Park, 3000 Highway 288 in Angleton. Kickoff is at 2:30 p.m.DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — A few days after insurgents in Syria , his ruling Baath party announced it was freezing its activities, marking a stunning change in fortunes for the political group that had ruled for more than six decades. Many members of the party’s leadership have gone into hiding and some have fled the country. In a symbolic move, Syria’s new rulers have turned the former party headquarters in Damascus into a center where former members of the army and security forces line up to register their names and hand over their weapons. Calls are on the rise to officially dissolve the Arab Socialist Baath Party that had ruled Syria since 1963. Many Syrians — including former party members — say its rule damaged relations with other Arab countries and aided in the spread of corruption that brought the war-torn nation to its knees. “The party should not only be dissolved, it should go to hell,” said Mohammed Hussein Ali, 64, who worked for a state oil company and was a party member for decades until he quit at the start of Syria’s anti-government uprising in 2011 that turned into . He never left the country and said he is happy the Baath rule is over. An official with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, the group that led the insurgent offensive that overthrew Assad, said no official decision has been made on what to do with the Baath party. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly about the matter, noted that Ahmad al-Sharaa has said that officials who committed crimes against the Syrian people over the past decades will be brought to justice and hinted that they include party members. The Baath party, whose aim was to unify Arab states in one nation, was founded by two Syrian Arab nationalists, Michel Aflaq and Salaheddine Bitar, in 1947 and at one point ruled two Arab countries, Iraq and Syria. A rivalry developed between the Syrian branch under Assad and his late father, Hafez, and the one in Iraq under Saddam Hussein, who was removed from power by a U.S.-led invasion in 2003. In Syria, the Baath party became inextricably associated with the Assad family, which took power in 1970. For decades, the family used the party and its pan-Arab ideology to control the country. Many senior military jobs were held by members of the family’s minority Alawite sect, and party membership was used as a cover to give it a nationalist rather than a sectarian nature. A former soldier and decades-long Baath party member who came to party headquarters to cut his military ties, Abdul-Rahman Ali, said he had no idea it was founded by Aflaq and Bitar. He had always thought that Hafez Assad was the founder. “I am happy. We have been liberated from fear,” said Ali, 43. “Even the walls had ears. We didn’t dare express opinions with anyone.” He was referring to the dreaded security and intelligence agencies that detained and tortured people who expressed criticism of Assad or government officials. Many Syrians were required to join the Baath Vanguards, the party’s youth branch, while in elementary school, where Arab nationalist and socialist ideology was emphasized. It was difficult for people who were not party members to get government jobs or join the army or the security and intelligence services. In 2012, a year after Syria’s uprising began, a paragraph of the constitution stating that the Baath party was the leader of the nation and society was abolished, in a move aimed to appease the public’s demand for political reforms. In practice, however, the party remained in control, with members holding majority seats in parliament and government. Another former soldier, who gave only his first name, Ghadir, out of fear of reprisals as a member of the Alawite sect, said he came from a poor family and joined the party so he could enter the military for a stable income. “You could not take any job if you were not a Baathist,” he said. While few are mourning the party’s fall in Syria, some are concerned that the Sunni majority that now controls the country could carry out a purge similar to the one in Iraq after Saddam’s fall. A de-Baathification committee was formed in Iraq and its main job was purging Saddam loyalists from government and military institutions. The Sunni minority considered it a means of sectarian score-settling by Iraq’s Shiite majority. The Sunni resentment and disenfranchisement that followed helped to drive the rise of extremist groups in the country including al-Qaida and the Islamic State in Iraq. In Syria, a Baath party statement issued three days after Assad’s fall called on all members to hand their weapons and public cars to the new authorities. On Dec. 24, party member and former army colonel Mohammed Merhi was among hundreds who lined up at the former party headquarters and handed over weapons. Merhi said the Baath party should be given another opportunity because its principles are good but were exploited over decades. But he said he might want to join another party if Syria becomes a multiparty democracy in the future. He handed over his Soviet Makarov pistol and received a document saying he can now move freely in the country after reconciling with the new authorities. “I want to become again a normal Syrian citizen and work to build a new Syria,” he said. Bassem Mroue, The Associated Press
South Korean Markets Lost Over $250 Trillion Won in Value This Year, Bucking Global TrendThis is CNBC's live blog covering European markets. European markets are expected to open lower on Friday, as investors in the region digest the latest political developments in France. > 24/7 San Diego news stream: Watch NBC 7 free wherever you are Following a vote that toppled French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's minority government on Wednesday evening — a motion backed by both left and right-leaning lawmakers after Barnier forced his contested budget through parliament without a vote — the country's President Emmanuel Macron gave a defiant speech criticizing politicians for not thinking about "the voters." He insisted he would see out the remainder of his presidency, which will see him stay in office until 2027. Barnier resigned from his post Thursday morning , but will continue in a caretaker role while Macron selects a replacement. The euro was marginally lower against the dollar before the European opening bell following a rise in the previous session. At 6:21 a.m. London time it was trading around $1.0574. In Asia, markets were mixed , with traders monitoring political instability in South Korea following President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law. Money Report UniCredit's Orcel could still sweeten his bid and take on a double M&A offensive India's central bank revises down economic growth forecast for 2025, keeps interest rate steady Across the Atlantic, investors are looking ahead to the publication of U.S. nonfarm payroll figures, which are expected to have increased in November . Opening calls The FTSE 100 is expected to open 8 points lower at 8,341 on Friday morning, while the German DAX index is slated to lose 24 points at the opening, according to IG, bringing it down to 20,334. Meanwhile, IG is predicting that the CAC 40 will open around 8 points lower at 7,322. — Chloe Taylor CNBC Pro: Top picks for 2025: Stocks from Korea, Japan, Hong Kong and Malaysia among Macquarie's favorites — all with more than 50% upside Macquarie has named several Asian companies as its top picks for 2025, with predicted gains ranging from 50% to over 80% in their share prices. The selection spans multiple sectors including technology, automotive, defense, and power utilities, reflecting the investment bank's positive view on these industries for the coming year. CNBC Pro subscribers can read more here. — Ganesh Rao Also on CNBC Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Ulta Beauty, Lululemon and more Stock futures are little changed ahead of key jobs report There's an important jobs report coming Friday. Here's what to expect
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AP Sports SummaryBrief at 5:30 p.m. ESTLeo – (23rd July to 22nd August) Daily Horoscope Prediction says, Do not let stress impact the morale Resolve the relationship issues and spend more time together. Continue the commitment at work that will help you meet the expectations. Health is safe today. The romantic relationship is packed with fun today. Despite the challenges, you will outshine others in the workplace. Consider better management of finance. Your health will also be good today. Leo Love Horoscope Today Have a pleasant time and you may also surprise the lover with unexpected gifts. A romantic lunch or dinner is a good time to propose. Ensure you value the relationship and also provide the proposed space to the partner. Be careful about the words you use while sitting with the partner as some statements may be misunderstood by the lover, leading to chaos. Your attitude is crucial here. Single Leos may meet someone interesting today. Married females may also conceive today. Leo Career Horoscope Today Continue the discipline at work and stay in the good book of the management. Those who are into human resources, hiring, finance, and sales will have a tough time while bankers and accountants should be careful about the figures. Government employees may be required to answer questions that are challenging. You will travel for job reasons. Your efforts will ensure the clients are happy and the management will consider the contribution during the appraisal discussions. Leo Money Horoscope Today Maintain a balance between income and expenditure Today is good to buy electronic appliances you should avoid large investments in the stock market. Do not get into arguments related to property with siblings as this can lead to complications in the relationship today. You may have challenges in raising big funds to expand your business. Some professionals will not receive the expected appraisal. Leo Health Horoscope Today No serious health issue will impact the routine life. However, some females may develop coughing, sneezing, and ear-related infections. Children may complain about throat pain which may stop them from attending school. It is good to have control over the diet. Ensure you skip all food items that are rich in oil and grease and instead opt for more vegetables and fruits. Leo Sign Attributes Strength: Generous, Loyal, Energetic, Enthusiastic Weakness: Arrogant, Luxury seeker, Careless, and Self-complacent Symbol: Lion Element: Fire Body Part : Heart & Spine Sign Ruler : Sun Lucky Day : Sunday Lucky Color: Golden Lucky Number : 19 Lucky Stone : Ruby Leo Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Good compatibility: Leo, Aquarius Fair compatibility: Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Less compatibility: Taurus, Scorpio By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)U.S. stocks slipped below their records in the runup to a big jobs report due on Friday. The S&P 500 edged down 0.2 percent Thursday after setting an all-time high for the 56th time this year the day before. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.6 percent, while the Nasdaq composite fell 0.2 percent. The crypto market had much more action, and bitcoin briefly burst to a record above $103,000 before falling back toward $99,000. It’s climbed dramatically since Election Day on hopes President-elect Donald Trump will be more friendly to crypto. Airline stocks were strong, while Treasury yields held relatively steady in the bond market. On Thursday: The S&P 500 fell 11.38 points, or 0.2 percent, to 6,075.11. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 248.33 points, or 0.6 percent, to 44,765.71. The Nasdaq composite fell 34.86 points, or 0.2 percent, to 19,700.26. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies fell 30.39 points, or 1.3 percent, to 2,396.17. For the week: The S&P 500 is up 42.73 points, or 0.7 percent. The Dow is down 144.94 points, or 0.3 percent. The Nasdaq is up 482.09 points, or 2.5 percent. The Russell 2000 is down 38.56 points, or 1.6 percent. For the year: The S&P 500 is up 1,305.28 points, or 27.4 percent. The Dow is up 7,076.17 points, or 18.8 percent. The Nasdaq is up 4,688.91 points, or 31.2 percent. The Russell 2000 is up 369.10 points, or 18.2 percent. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors. They are meant for general informational purposes only and should not be construed or interpreted as a recommendation or solicitation. The Epoch Times does not provide investment, tax, legal, financial planning, estate planning, or any other personal finance advice. The Epoch Times holds no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information provided.
Taylor Swift makes surprise visit to Kansas City children's hospitalSmall-cap stock below ₹ 100: Tiger Logistics (India) Limited, a small-cap logistics firm listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), saw its share price climb nearly 8 per cent on Monday, following the announcement of its empanelment by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). This significant development reinforces Tiger Logistics’ role as a key provider of logistics solutions and highlights the company's growing reputation in the sector. As part of the empanelment, Tiger Logistics will provide comprehensive air and sea freight services, including customs clearance and forwarding, tailored to HPCL's operational needs. The empanelment carries a financial scope of ₹ 546 lakh and is valid for three years, with an option for renewal based on performance. This agreement underscores confidence in the company’s capability to handle large-scale logistics assignments and expand its footprint in strategic sectors. Harpreet Singh Malhotra, Chairman and Managing Director of Tiger Logistics, expressed his said, "We are honoured to be empaneled by HPCL , a respected public sector organisation. This recognition underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality logistics services and solidifies our leadership in the industry. We look forward to building a strong, mutually beneficial partnership with HPCL.” Tiger Logistics has demonstrated consistent growth in the logistics industry, renewing partnerships with major entities like Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited ( BHEL ), Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), and BNPL IPL earlier this year. Its expertise extends across air and sea cargo operations, warehousing, and specialized projects with organizations such as Airports Authority of India (AAI) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The company recently launched a proprietary logistics platform, FreightJar, aimed at SMEs and MSMEs to streamline freight booking and offer competitive rates. Tiger Logistics’ strategic efforts are driven by its asset-light model and commitment to personalized service, which aligns with its goal to offer cost-effective and efficient end-to-end logistics solutions for global trade. About Tiger Logistics Founded in 2000 and headquartered in New Delhi , Tiger Logistics specializes in international freight forwarding, project logistics, and customs clearance. The firm operates across automotive, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and more, leveraging over two decades of expertise in the global supply chain.