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.
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Ex-US President, Joe Biden, was recently spotted with a visible mark on his head. Reports confirm that the 82-year-old underwent Mohs surgery for skin cancer treatment. Biden was seen leaving a church in Rehoboth Beach with a bandage. Earlier, he was seen wearing a cap to conceal the wound. In May, aides disclosed Biden's diagnosis of Stage 4 prostate cancer. Biden shared a message about strength in difficult times.
Pakistan's junior hockey team will participate in the FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025 in Tamil Nadu. This follows Pakistan's withdrawal from the Asia Cup due to security concerns. The World Cup will be held in Chennai and Madurai. India and Pakistan are in Pool B. New policies allow Indian participation in events with Pakistani athletes.
Addressing the SCO Summit in Tianjin, PM Modi urged a united global front against terrorism, emphasizing that no double standards are acceptable. He highlighted India's experience with terrorism and the need for consistent opposition to it.
The Allu family is mourning the loss of Allu Kanakaratnam, mother of producer Allu Aravind and grandmother of actor Allu Arjun, who passed away at 94. Celebrities including Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, and Naga Chaitanya offered condolences. Pawan Kalyan, despite his political duties, paid a late-night visit. Allu Arjun and family members acted as pallbearers.
The Assam government will now scrutinise land transfers between people of different faiths, focusing on legality, funding sources, social impact, and national security. This SOP will also apply to NGOs buying land for educational or healthcare institutions. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit Assam on September 8 to inaugurate a bio-refinery and lay foundation stones for infrastructure projects.
Microsoft sacked Anna Hattle and Riki Fameli after a sit-in at President Brad Smith's office. The protest was against Microsoft's business links with Israel. The company cited policy breaches and unlawful entry. No Azure for Apartheid group demanded Microsoft cut ties with Israel. Similar firings occurred in April after another pro-Palestine protest. Brad Smith acknowledged freedom of expression, but lawfully.
The highly anticipated reality show 'Rise and Fall' features a diverse cast including TV stars like Arjun Bijlani, who will be a contestant, and hosted by Ashneer Grover. The show includes personalities like dancer Dhanashree Verma, comedian Kiku Sharda, and singer Aditya Narayan.
Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, was recently filmed in a light-hearted video with the team physiotherapist after undergoing a fitness test in Bengaluru alongside Jasprit Bumrah and Shubman Gill. Having retired from Test cricket, Rohit is set to play for India A against Australia A in Kanpur as preparation for the upcoming ODI tour of Australia in October.
Meta's $14.3 billion AI investment, highlighted by its partnership with Scale AI, is reportedly facing internal challenges within the Superintelligence Lab (MSL). Friction stemming from the integration of new leadership and Meta's bureaucratic processes has led to high-profile departures. CEO Mark Zuckerberg's frustration with Llama 4's launch and the instability within the team further contribute to the turmoil.