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When Zoho CEO Vembu wanted to hire Trump's new AI advisor Krishnan
Born in Chennai, Krishnan's life took a pivotal turn when he persuaded his father to buy him a computer. He later became a well-known figure in the technology world of Silicon Valley and beyond
 "When Zoho CEO Vembu wanted to hire Trump's new AI advisor Krishnan")
Apple seeks to defend Google's billion-dollar payments in search case
Prosecutors will seek to show Google must take several measures, including selling its Chrome web browser and potentially its Android operating system, to restore competition in online search
 "Apple seeks to defend Google's billion-dollar payments in search case")
Iran denies allegations of using kids to hit Israeli targets in Europe
Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesman for Iran said the allegations, are "absurd, shameful and immoral," adding that Iran "never had a proxy" nor needed one
 "Iran denies allegations of using kids to hit Israeli targets in Europe")
Big banks, business groups sue US Federal Reserve over annual stress tests
These tests determine the capital banks must set aside to meet their obligations and also dictate the scope of dividend payouts and stock buybacks
 "Big banks, business groups sue US Federal Reserve over annual stress tests")
Russian Army's biggest cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean after explosion
Two crew members were missing and 14 others were rescued and taken to the Spanish port of Cartagena
 "Russian Army's biggest cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean after explosion")
US NSA Sullivan, Bangladesh leader Yunus vows to protect human rights
HinduAction said that disturbing reports of brutal attacks against the Hindus continue to surface, particularly over the past two weeks, as desperate pleas for help pour in from those affected
 "US NSA Sullivan, Bangladesh leader Yunus vows to protect human rights")
More than 5,000 Starbucks workers strike at 300 plus stores across US
The Christmas Eve strike on Tuesday was projected to be the largest ever at the coffee chain, the union added. These strikes are an initial show of strength, and we're just getting started
 "More than 5,000 Starbucks workers strike at 300 plus stores across US")
American Airlines lifts ground stop after unspecified technical issue
A notice on the US Federal Aviation Administration website merely said the company had requested a nationwide groundstop, without giving a reason
 "American Airlines lifts ground stop after unspecified technical issue")
Dark energy doesn't exist: Scientists make shocking claim on big mystery
A group of scientists have challenged dark energy's existence and suggested that the universe's expansion is accelerating due to uneven gravitational effects on time
 "Dark energy doesn't exist: Scientists make shocking claim on big mystery")
World's most advanced and expensive; Indo-US NISAR satellite to launch soon
India and the US jointly designed the NISAR satellite which is set to be launched next year. It can gather images with dual frequency radar, effectively functioning in darkness and adverse weather
 "World's most advanced and expensive; Indo-US NISAR satellite to launch soon")
Is it fair to pay foreign workers less? Co-founder of this US firm says yes
Franco Pereyra, co-founder, COO of Near sparked an online debate by claiming that the less pay for third-world countries employees is justifiable. However, people denied and countered the narrative
 "Is it fair to pay foreign workers less? Co-founder of this US firm says yes")
US expresses concern over sentencing of 25 civilians by Pak military court
United States continues to call on Pakistani authorities to respect the right to a fair trial and due process
 "US expresses concern over sentencing of 25 civilians by Pak military court")
Israel intercepts projectile launched from Yemen, former hostage dies
Tel Aviv Israel's military said the projectile was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory
 "Israel intercepts projectile launched from Yemen, former hostage dies")
Syria's new authorities 'very receptive' to Assad's war crimes probe: UN
UN associate spokesperson Stephane Tremblay said Monday the investigative team is preparing for an operational deployment as early as possible
 "Syria's new authorities 'very receptive' to Assad's war crimes probe: UN")
Chinese workers found in 'slave-like conditions' at BYD's Brazil facility
BYD has cut ties with its contractor Jinjiang Construction Brazil Ltd, and pledged to protect the rights of all subcontracted workers
 "Chinese workers found in 'slave-like conditions' at BYD's Brazil facility")
Turkiye armament factory explosion leaves 12 dead and four injured
The blast occurred at a factory located in the province of Balikesir, which specialises in the production of military capsules
 "Turkiye armament factory explosion leaves 12 dead and four injured")
Starbucks strike to expand to 300 stores on Christmas Eve, says union
Starbucks Workers United, representing employees at 525 stores nationwide, said more than 60 US stores across 12 major cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Boston and Seattle, were shut on Monday
Trump team revives 2020 plan for US exit from WHO on day one of new term
The United States is the largest single donor to the World Health Organization, contributing 16% of its funding in 2022-23
 "Trump team revives 2020 plan for US exit from WHO on day one of new term")
China plans record $411 billion special treasury bond issuance next year
The proceeds will be targeted at boosting consumption via subsidy programmes, equipment upgrades by businesses and funding investments in innovation-driven advanced sectors
 "China plans record $411 billion special treasury bond issuance next year")
Dissanayake's presidency opens new chapter in India-Sri Lanka relations
The development has brought renewed attention to the dynamics between the two neighbouring countries
 "Dissanayake's presidency opens new chapter in India-Sri Lanka relations")
