House Republicans passed the 'ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL,' securing President Trump's signature on July 4. The legislation makes permanent $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, introduces new tax breaks, and enacts $1.2 trillion in spending cuts targeting Medicaid and food stamps. It also allocates $350 billion for border security and raises the national debt ceiling by $5 trillion.
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Following the murder of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya, his family intends to petition the Meghalaya High Court for narco-analysis tests on his wife, Sonam, and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha. The family hopes the tests will reveal the unclear motive behind the murder, suspecting financial gain beyond the alleged love triangle.
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Former Amazon VP Ethan Evans regrets the excessive stress he endured chasing career advancement. He emphasizes that supportive leadership and company growth are more crucial than obsessing over promotions. Evans advises young professionals to prioritize environments with good bosses and dynamic growth, and to leave toxic workplaces where they lack advocacy.
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Telangana BJP MLA T Raja Singh has resigned from the party, expressing his disappointment over reports suggesting Ramchander Rao's likely appointment as the state unit president. Singh stated the decision shocked him and countless party workers who have supported the BJP. He fears the leadership change will undermine grassroots efforts and jeopardize the party's chances in Telangana.
A devastating explosion at a firecracker factory near Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least four lives. Five individuals sustained injuries in the incident and are currently receiving medical care at a government hospital in Virudhunagar. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion at the factory in Chinnakamanpatti.
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