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US investment banker quits JPMorgan job, takes 50% pay cut to join MrBeast: 'Was working 100 hours each week'
Bart Dziedzic studied at Fordham University before joining JPMorgan Chase. He said the job routinely required 80 to 100 hours of work each week and that the pace of life in New York had gradually taken a toll.
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Bengaluru tenant claims he was fined Rs 5,000 after 2 girls stayed overnight: 'Unfair treatment of bachelors'
In his post, he explained that the society had a rule prohibiting bachelors from accommodating guests overnight, while families faced no such restrictions. He wrote, 'Basically our society has a rule that bachelors are not allowed to have guests overnight but no restriction for family. We pay the same maintenance and everything.'
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'They take me for granted': Anand Mahindra says he is on 'lowest priority' for own company's new EV
The model in question was the XEV 9S, the all-electric, three-row SUV revealed a month earlier with prices beginning at Rs 19.95 lakh. The company had positioned the launch as a substantial step towards what it described as a fully electric future.
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'Her puzzle piece fits mine': Bryan Johnson reveals he has a girlfriend in lengthy post
Bryan Johnson said he had spent much of his adult life looking for a partnership that mirrored the emotional and intellectual bond he had admired in his early twenties while reading the biography of John Adams. The historical relationship between Adams and his wife Abigail, which he described as “one of the great partnerships in American history,” had become his reference point for the type of companionship he sought.
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Mohandas Pai demands action against Air India Express hostesses, calls their behaviour 'shocking': 'Lousy'
The former Infosys executive’s complaint about rude in-flight conduct sparked online discussion and added to growing questions over Air India X’s service quality.
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London borough introduces hefty fine after annual paan clean-up costs exceed Rs 35 lakh
The post included a detailed caption expanding on the financial strain and the approach being taken. It read: 'Paan spitting £30k clean-up bill sparks crackdown. Paan chewing and spitting causes serious health issues. The stains cost the council over £30,000 to clean up each year. Enforcement officers are taking a zero-tolerance approach to those caught ruining Brent's streets with paan, those caught will be fined £100.'
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Sourav Ganguly's wife, Dona, files police complaint over abusive social media posts
According to an officer familiar with the case, the posts surfaced around the time of her dance presentation at the Kolkata Film Festival. He stated that the complaint identified a particular Facebook page which, she alleged, had targeted her.
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'Caption this': Nikhil Kamath shares glimpse of podcast with Elon Musk. Grok calls it 'AI-generated'
A significant number of viewers suspected the footage had been altered or produced using artificial intelligence. Some tagged Grok, the AI model associated with Elon Musk, seeking clarification. In response to one such query, the model stated that the clip 'appears to be AI-generated'.
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Bihar traveller appeals train passengers to maintain cleanliness aboard, wins praise. Watch
He was heard saying that those using their phones should switch them off for a short moment and give attention to his message. He pointed out that the train had been provided for public use by the government and should be treated as our heritage. He added that anyone travelling with a large bag could easily carry a small additional bag for waste.
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Stage collapses at Ballia wedding as BJP leaders gather to bless newlyweds. Video
Ballia district BJP president Sanjay Mishra, former MP Bharat Singh and several other party office-bearers had attended the event. According to those present, around a dozen leaders had gone up to the platform to meet and bless the newly-wedded couple when the wooden structure gave way.
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UP groom declines Rs 31 lakh dowry, says it is bride's 'father's hard-earned money'
Awadhesh Rana, who operates a cosmetics business in Nagwa village, reaffirmed his view when speaking to the newspaper on Thursday. 'During our wedding on November 22, my wife Aditi Singh’s family was giving Rs 31 lakh as dowry, but we returned it because we are against the dowry system,' he said.
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Indian real estate firm set to take 1,000 employees on week-long London trip
Casagrand said that employees from its offices in India and Dubai would be brought together for the London trip, which had been planned to give them a chance to experience the city’s heritage and cultural landscape. According to company sources, the 1,000 staff members would travel in several groups.
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Elderly Chinese woman seeks 'daughter' to assist her in old age. Ready to offer Rs 37,000 monthly, a flat
The woman, identified by the surname Ma and living in Henan province, spoke about her situation on a local television programme. She explained that although she had two biological daughters, only one remained in contact with her, and that daughter lived with a mental disability and could not care for herself. Ma said the other daughter wished to cut off their relationship entirely.
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World’s strongest woman winner loses title after organisers discover she was born a man
Jammie Booker, who had secured first place at the Official Strongman Games World Championship held in Arlington, Texas, over the weekend, was disqualified days after the event. Officials stated that they launched an urgent review once they were notified of concerns regarding Booker’s sex as recorded at birth.
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Brothers discover 1939 Superman No. 1 in mother’s attic. Now, it's the costliest comic ever at 9 million
When they eventually reached the attic, they found a cardboard box under layers of old newspapers and dust. Inside was a stack of early comics, including a remarkably preserved copy of Superman No. 1, the first standalone issue featuring the character.
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Real story behind viral pic of Pune man being used in racist posts against Indians. Who is Rajendra Panchal?
This surge in hostile content followed a broader pattern documented earlier this year. The Centre for the Study of Organized Hate (CSOH), in a September 2025 assessment, reported a marked increase in high-engagement anti-Indian posts on X since the inauguration of US President Donald Trump’s second term.
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South Korea eatery criticised for refusing solo diners amid population decline: 'We don't serve loneliness'
The sign was displayed at a noodle establishment in Yeosu City in South Jeolla Province. It attracted attention after a visitor photographed it and posted the image online, according to the Korea Times. The post circulated widely and garnered a lot of attention.
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Woman regrets quitting London job after move to India: 'Boss culture is toxic, no respect for boundaries'
She explained that she had grown up largely in Singapore, completing most of her schooling there, and had always felt attached to India during her visits. 'I did most of my schooling in Singapore, and India was always my favourite place to visit. I loved coming back so much that I even chose to do my undergrad here,' she wrote.
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Comedian Kunal Kamra's RSS t-shirt triggers row, BJP leaders warn of police action
The photograph prompted an immediate reaction within the BJP. Maharashtra minister and senior party figure Chandrashekhar Bawankule said that anyone responsible for posting material deemed unacceptable online would face consequences. Commenting on Kunal Kamra’s upload, he said, 'The police would take action against anyone who puts out such objectionable posts.'
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Study identifies five major stages of brain growth, claims adulthood actually starts at 32
Dr Alexa Mousley, the lead author, explained that the brain’s wiring continually shifted. She said, 'The brain rewires across the lifespan. It’s always strengthening and weakening connections and it’s not one steady pattern – there are fluctuations and phases of brain rewiring.' She added that the timing of these transitions varied between individuals, but the age markers stood out strongly in the dataset.
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IndiGo lauded after video of specially-abled staff member at airport check-in goes viral: 'Inspiring'
According to the passenger, the interaction took place during the standard check-in procedure, where he observed the employee guiding flyers with confidence and without hesitation. He said the airline’s decision to create employment opportunities for people with disabilities was noteworthy.
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Delhi air crisis: Mother says young son forced to go into surgery after 2 years of respiratory distress
The video drew strong reactions from viewers, many of whom expressed sympathy for the child and frustration about the continued health impact of air pollution. One user wrote, 'Sorry to see this situation,' while another commented, 'It’s painful to see a kid in pain. I pray for the champ. Get well soon.'
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Mumbai Police locates missing child after 6 months, heartwarming reunion goes viral. Anand Mahindra reacts
The post on X set out the sequence of events behind the child’s disappearance, the investigative steps taken by the police, and her time at an orphanage before she was identified. It also detailed how officers greeted her when she flew back to Mumbai, marking her return on Children’s Day with balloons and a new dress.
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UK traveller documents 'awful train experience', claims passenger spat on him. Video
The video also showed a brief view of the compartment, including a vendor carrying a basket of cucumbers. Ben said that the situation became worse when another passenger allegedly spat on him. According to his account: 'Some dude just spat on my arm. He was chewing these cucumber things...He looked at me, said something, and it went all on my arm. Big gob of it.'
