Yosha Iglesias, 37, made history as the first transgender chess player to earn the WIM title and win the French women’s championship. From battling depression, financial struggles, and online hate to embracing her identity in 2020, her journey reflects resilience.
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Top stock market recommendations: Nuvama Professional Clients Group's Aakash K Hindocha recommends buying Dabur, Bajaj Auto, and Amara Raja Energy & Mobility. Nifty is expected to move towards 24900/25050, supported at 24500, while Bank Nifty, hovering near a 3.5-month low, may see a short covering rally above 54100.
Lucy Guo, at 30, has become the world's youngest self-made woman billionaire, surpassing Taylor Swift, thanks to her stake in Scale AI. She dropped out of Carnegie Mellon after the Thiel Fellowship to co-found the AI data-labeling company. Guo's entrepreneurial journey, from trading Pokémon cards to leading in AI and venture capital, showcases her disciplined work ethic and innovative spirit.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari stated that honesty is challenging in politics, where deception can lead to leadership. Speaking at an event, he emphasized the importance of truth, non-violence, peace, humanity, and equality, drawing inspiration from Chakradhar Swami's teachings. Gadkari also highlighted the significance of values like honesty and dedication in society.
A recent study reveals that smoking not only elevates the risk of pancreatic cancer but also actively promotes tumor growth by suppressing the body's immune defenses. This double-edged effect accelerates tumor development while simultaneously weakening the immune system's ability to fight the disease. For high-risk individuals, proactive screening and quitting smoking are crucial steps.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Japan for a two-day visit, commencing with summit talks with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Discussions will encompass strengthening developmental cooperation, reviewing progress across various sectors, and addressing regional and global issues. Focus areas include promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific, boosting defense and security cooperation, and launching an economic security initiative.
Despite escalating trade tensions, a top US official expressed optimism about the future of US-India relations. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlighted the strong bond between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. While dismissing the possibility of the rupee becoming a global reserve currency, India has initiated export promotion programs in 40 key markets.
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