X's new terms of service, which allow the company to use user data and hold users accountable for overusing the platform, are prompting long-time users, including celebrities like Gabrielle Union, to leave the popular microblogging platform. In response, many users are turning to Bluesky, a microblogging startup, with its U.S. mobile app downloads increasing by an estimated 651% since the start of November. Despite X and Meta's larger user bases, Bluesky's growth suggests many users are looking for alternatives to X's new terms.
As of November 7, 2024, the website and app for Media (Site/App) have officially released their terms and conditions for use. These terms apply to all users, regardless of how they access the Site/App. In addition to outlining guidelines for accessing content and functionality, the terms also touch on important topics such as liability, intellectual property, and the use of third-party content and links. As you utilize the Media platform, it's important to understand and follow these terms in order to protect yourself and the integrity of the site.
The Congress party is calling for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation into the alleged 'Adani Mega Scam', as US prosecutors have charged billionaire Gautam Adani and others for paying over $250 million in bribes to Indian officials in exchange for favorable terms for solar power contracts. The Bharatiya Janata Party has responded by targeting the Congress and questioning the timing of the development, as the allegation comes just before the start of Parliament session and the beginning of Donald Trump's presidency. The Congress also called for a new and credible head to be appointed for the Securities and Exchange Board of India, as the US Securities and Exchange Commission's actions have sparked criticism towards the Indian counterpart's handling of the investigation into the Adani Group's potential violations.
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, the national football team's goalkeeper, spoke highly of newly appointed coach Manolo Marquez's impact on the team. Marquez, who previously found success in the Indian Super League with Hyderabad FC, is known for his high coaching levels and organization. While the team has shown progress and improvement in terms of game preparations and analysis under Marquez's guidance, they are still struggling to achieve positive results. Sandhu has full faith in the coach's abilities and is positive that with time, they will reach their desired level and gain international recognition.
In a significant milestone for Native American women, California has approved the removal of the derogatory term "squaw" from the names of more than 30 locations across the state. Following a bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, the offensive term will be replaced by January 2025 in 15 counties, including roads, bridges, and fire stations. This move comes as part of a nationwide effort to address and replace derogatory terms in geographic features. The decision was made in consultation with California Native American tribes, acknowledging and respecting their history and culture.
The formerly beloved social media platform, X, has been experiencing a mass exodus of users following owner Elon Musk's announcement of new terms of service that would allow him to analyze users' content for artificial intelligence training. This announcement comes after Musk's acquisition of Twitter two years ago for a hefty $44 billion, and amidst the launch of Meta-owned company Threads' similar app. The departure of about 15,000 users is expected to continuously rise with the recent reveal that Musk will be leading the Department of Government Efficiency for President-elect Donald Trump.
With both teams having similar performance statistics, the match between Sweden and Slovakia is expected to be a close one. While Sweden has the edge in terms of goals scored and shots on target, Slovakia has a higher passing accuracy. With a history of drawing and Sweden having the upper hand, can Slovakia finally secure their first win against them? It will be a thrilling matchup to watch as both teams aim to claim a crucial victory in the UEFA Nations League.
Kiwibank announced changes to its six-month and one-year term deposit rates, with the former increasing by 20-basis points and the latter decreasing by 25-basis points. This comes as Infometrics chief forecaster Gareth Kiernan notes that term deposit rates have been falling at a slower rate than home loan fixed rates since June, suggesting that there may be more downward pressure on them in the future. With banks needing to balance their lending and funding terms, it is likely that term deposit rates will remain competitive in the current low interest rate environment.
The highly anticipated launch of the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been making headlines, with its impressive 5-star rating for adult occupant safety and 4-star score for child occupant safety by Global NCAP. This achievement makes the Dzire the first ever Maruti Suzuki car to achieve a perfect 5-star rating. Meanwhile, its main competitor, the Honda Amaze, is yet to be rated by Global NCAP but its previous model received lower ratings for adult and child safety. This comparison between the two compact sedans highlights the Dzire's superiority in terms of safety, making it a top choice among Indian buyers.
Mitchell Starc's excellent performance, where he took three crucial wickets, helped Australia bowl out Pakistan for a meager 203 runs. This feat helped Starc become the fifth Australian bowler to take 100 wickets at home. He also surpassed Steve Waugh's record and is now second only to legendary pacer Brett Lee in terms of most wickets at home in ODIs for Australia. However, Pakistan's Haris Rauf's 3-wicket haul made the game interesting before Australia's lower order took them to a 7-wicket win in the first ODI.