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Nvidia at $3 Trillion surpasses Apple in market cap as second-most valuable company

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  Nvidia soared to record highs on Wednesday, with the AI chipmaker’s valuation surpassing the $3 trillion mark and overtaking Apple to become the world’s second most valuable company. Nvidia plans to split its stock ten-for-one on June 7, aiming to attract more individual investors. The rise in Nvidia’s market value above Apple’s represents a significant shift in Silicon Valley, which Apple, co-founded by Steve Jobs, has dominated since the launch of the iPhone in 2007. Nvidia’s stock climbed 5.2% to close at $1,224.40, giving the company a valuation of $3.012 trillion. Meanwhile, Apple’s market capitalization was $3.003 trillion after its stock increased by 0.8%. Microsoft, based in Redmond, Washington, remained the world’s most valuable company at $3.15 trillion following a 1.9% rise in its shares. Nvidia is profiting from AI right now, whereas companies like Apple and Meta are investing in AI. It seems inevitable that Nvidia will surpass Microsoft as well. A lot of retail inves...

SpaceX's Starship Achieves Milestone Splashdown in Test Flight

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  SpaceX's Starship Achieves Milestone Splashdown in Test Flight Boca Chica, TX — SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket marked a significant milestone with its first-ever splashdown during a test flight on Thursday. This achievement advances the prototype system that could one day send humans to Mars. Dramatic footage captured by an onboard camera showed sparks and debris flying as the spacecraft descended over the Indian Ocean, northwest of Australia, successfully surviving atmospheric re-entry despite losing several tiles and suffering a damaged flap. "Despite the loss of many tiles and a damaged flap, Starship made it all the way to a soft landing in the ocean!" tweeted SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. "Congratulations SpaceX team on an epic achievement!!" The world's most powerful rocket launched from SpaceX's Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, at 7:50 a.m. (1250 GMT), entered orbit, and traveled halfway around the globe in a journey lasting approximately one hour...

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi Demands JPC Probe into June 3rd & 4th Stock Market RISE AND CRASH

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  Rahul Gandhi Demands JPC Probe into June 3rd & 4th Stock Market Rise and Crash Congress Leader Sh. Rahul Gandhi has called for a thorough JPC investigation into the significant rise and crash in the equity market on June 4. The market crash, which resulted in the loss of Rs 30 Lac Crores (Almost 360 Billion USD)  in investor wealth, came on the heels of emerging trends from the Lok Sabha election results showing the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) significantly trailing behind its projected targets. On Tuesday, benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty dropped by 8% during intraday trade but managed to reduce losses to 6% by the market close. At 3:30 PM on June 4, the BSE Sensex had plunged 4389.73 points or 5.74% to end at 72,079.05, and the Nifty 50 closed at 21,884.50, down by 1,379.40 points or 5.93%. Labeling the situation as a scam, Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of fore-knowledge of the downturn. He alleged that they adv...

ICC Addresses Concerns Over T20 World Cup 2024 Venue Amid Pitch Controversy

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  ICC Addresses Concerns Over T20 World Cup 2024 Venue Amid Pitch Controversy.  ICC Confirms No Plans to Move T20 World Cup Matches from New York Despite Pitch Issues The International Cricket Council (ICC) has been under scrutiny regarding the pitch conditions at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, the venue for the T20 World Cup 2024. Despite growing concerns and widespread criticism about the nature of these pitches, the ICC has firmly stated that there are no plans to relocate the remaining matches. The newly introduced drop-in pitches at New York have sparked considerable debate, particularly after the matches where Sri Lanka was bowled out for 77 runs by South Africa, and India dismissed Ireland for a mere 96 runs. These incidents have brought the suitability of the pitches into question, with critics arguing that they favor bowlers excessively and pose a risk to players' safety. A recent report from the BBC highlighted India's private discontent...

Richest Countries as per Capita GDP

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  The richest countries in the world by GDP per capita in 2024 reflect significant economic disparities and a variety of economic strengths. Here are some of the top contenders: Luxembourg: Luxembourg tops the list with a GDP per capita of $143,743. Its wealth is largely due to a robust financial sector and a diversified economy​ ( Statistics Times ) ​​ ( BusinessDay ) ​. Ireland: Ireland comes in second with a GDP per capita of $133,895, driven by its technology and pharmaceutical sectors​ ( Statistics Times ) ​​ ( BusinessDay ) ​. Singapore: With a GDP per capita of $133,737, Singapore ranks third, benefiting from its strategic location, efficient infrastructure, and pro-business policies​ ( Statistics Times ) ​​ ( BusinessDay ) ​. Qatar: Qatar's GDP per capita is $112,283, thanks to its vast natural gas reserves and diversified investments in infrastructure and education​ ( Statistics Times ) ​​ ( BusinessDay ) ​. United Arab Emirates: The UAE has a GDP per capita of $96...

All Time Best Movies in the World

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  Creating a list of the all-time best movies in the world is a challenging task given the diversity of cinema and the subjectivity of tastes. However, some films are frequently cited as masterpieces due to their storytelling, direction, acting, and overall impact on the medium. Here are some of the most critically acclaimed and influential films from around the globe: Classic Masterpieces Citizen Kane (1941) - Directed by Orson Welles, this film is often hailed as the greatest film ever made for its innovative narrative structure and groundbreaking cinematography. Casablanca (1942) - Directed by Michael Curtiz, this romantic drama set during World War II is renowned for its memorable dialogue, performances, and timeless love story. Gone with the Wind (1939) - Directed by Victor Fleming, this epic historical romance is known for its sweeping scale, rich storytelling, and iconic performances. Modern Classics The Godfather (1972) - Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this crime saga ab...

All Time Best Horror Movies

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  Compiling a list of the all-time best horror movies involves considering their impact, critical acclaim, influence on the genre, and enduring popularity. Here are some of the most highly regarded horror films from around the world: Classic Horror Films Psycho (1960) - Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, this psychological horror film is famous for its shocking plot twists and the iconic shower scene. The Exorcist (1973) - Directed by William Friedkin, this film about a young girl's demonic possession is considered one of the scariest movies ever made. Night of the Living Dead (1968) - Directed by George A. Romero, this film pioneered the zombie genre and introduced the concept of the modern zombie. Modern Horror Classics The Shining (1980) - Directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on Stephen King's novel, this film features Jack Nicholson's unforgettable performance and a haunting atmosphere. Halloween (1978) - Directed by John Carpenter, this slasher film introduced the iconic c...