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Business
Dow rises while tech shares wobble as oil prices retreat
Wall Street traded unevenly after a technology-led sell-off, while a sharp move lower in oil offered relief to travel-related companies.
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World
US and Venezuelan officials meet as Washington presses for election progress
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Venezuela's foreign minister after government and opposition representatives agreed on an electoral reform framework.
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Business
US economy grew at a 3.4% annual rate in the third quarter
The advance estimate shows faster US growth, supported by investment and consumer spending, while inflation measures eased from the prior quarter.
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Science
India's NVS-03 navigation satellite completes first orbit manoeuvre
ISRO says the third next-generation NavIC satellite is healthy after its first planned engine burn and will undergo more manoeuvres before reaching its final slot.
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India
Delhi opposition march intensifies dispute over India's voter-list revision
Opposition parties demanded the election chief's resignation over a nationwide voter-list revision, while the Election Commission says eligible voters can challenge exclusions.
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Technology
Renesas launches lower-power RL78/G21 chip for smart appliances
The new 16-bit microcontroller targets refrigerators, washing machines and other appliances with lower operating power and added security features.
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India
Cyclone Arnab nears Andhra coast: What the latest warning says
The IMD says the very severe cyclonic storm is moving faster than expected, with landfall forecast near the Andhra Pradesh–Yanam coast early Wednesday.
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Gaming
GTA 6 enters its final countdown after Rockstar releases launch trailer
Rockstar's latest official update puts the spotlight on Vice City, ahead of the confirmed November 19 console release.
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Technology
Apple announces M6 MacBook Pro and iMac in a two-product refresh
The October 27 announcements put Apple's newest chip into its 14-inch professional notebook and all-in-one desktop.
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Business
Federal Reserve decision due today as markets look for the next signal
The US central bank concludes its two-day meeting on Wednesday, with investors focused on rates, inflation language and December guidance.
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World
Explosions heard over Riyadh as regional tensions remain high
Saudi authorities said Houthi missiles were intercepted, while conflicting claims underline the difficulty of verifying fast-moving wartime reports.
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India
India's growth outlook remains strong, but energy costs cloud the picture
A Reuters poll points to growth near 7%, while higher energy prices add pressure to inflation and household budgets.
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