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Epic gives away Dragon Age Inquisition to kick off annual Mega sale

PC World 

Epic gives away games for free. It might be the only reason you have the Epic Games Store launcher installed on your PC — that certainly seems to be the case for a lot of die-hard Steam fans. But whether you actually use the store or just grab the freebies, you’ll want to check out this week’s free game Dragon Age Inquisition, and maybe take a gander at some of the deep discounts in the latest sale.

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Alito says he had 'no involvement' in upside-down flag flying at home

TheHill.com 

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said that he had “no involvement” in the upside-down American flag flying at his home in Alexandria, Va., following the 2020 election, a symbol associated the "Stop the Steal" efforts premised on false claims of ballot fraud. The upside-down flag was flown at this house on Jan. 17, 2021, The...

Federal Judge Hears Arguments on NYC Congestion Pricing

Ttnews.com 

NEW YORK — New York’s first-in-the-nation plan to levy a hefty toll on drivers entering much of traffic-choked Manhattan is the focus of a legal battle set to play out in federal court May 17.

Agra's White Marble showdown: Soami Bagh takes on the Taj Mahal

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

A new white marble structure in Agra, Soami Bagh, has become a spiritual and architectural attraction, drawing tourists who compare it to the iconic Taj Mahal. Taking 104 years to build, the mausoleum stands as a testament to unwavering faith and dedication. While the Taj Mahal remains a top tourist spot for its romance and grandeur, Soami Bagh offers a unique blend of architectural splendor and spiritual solace, captivating visitors with its intricate craftsmanship and majestic presence.

Excerpts from The Believer:: Take the W: Entry Points

MCSWEENEY’S 

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Our friends at The Believer are now publishing web exclusives. To celebrate, we’re sharing excerpts of their inaugural weekly column, in which Katie Heindl (author of the beloved Basketball Feelings) writes about the WNBA for both longtime fans and the casual observer. If you want to follow along and bypass the paywall, pick up a Believer digital-only subscription. For just $16 a year, you’ll also have full access to the magazine’s complete two-decade archive, including the most recent issue. Читать дальше...

Stock market today: Stocks tread water with Dow poised for another bid for 40,000 - Yahoo Finance

Google.com 

  1. Stock market today: Stocks tread water with Dow poised for another bid for 40,000  Yahoo Finance
  2. Here's what has driven the Dow rally to 40,000, and why it could keep going  CNBC
  3. Wall St muted with weekly gains in sight on rate-cut hopes  Reuters
  4. Bet on the middle class and M&A as Dow nears 40,000, says value manager  MarketWatch
  5. The Dow Industrials Broke Through 40,000. It Doesn’t Matter.  Bloomberg

Modi reveals why he shies away from media

RT (Daily news) 

Modi, who has not held a solo press conference in India since becoming PM in 2014, has claimed the media is no longer “non-partisan”
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Scottie Scheffler live updates: Detective hospitalized after being dragged by car

New York Post (sports) 

It’s been a chaotic morning for the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer. Scottie Scheffler was arrested on his way to the PGA Championship on Friday with an assault of a police officer. Scheffler has been released and his second round is underway at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, KY. Follow the Post’s live updates for...

Scottie Scheffler live updates: Arrest, highlights from PGA Championship

New York Post 

It’s been a chaotic morning for the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer. Scottie Scheffler was arrested on his way to the PGA Championship on Friday with an assault of a police officer. Scheffler has been released and his second round is underway at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, KY. Follow the Post’s live updates for...

Indian consumer market sees significant drop in average buyer age across cars, smartphones, and TVs

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Over the past 5-6 years, the average age of Indian consumers purchasing cars, premium smartphones, and large televisions has decreased significantly, indicating a shift towards younger demographics. Major car manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor, and Mercedes-Benz note a decline in the average buying age from the 40s to the mid-30s, with over 70% of electric car buyers being in their 20s and 30s. Similarly, the average age for purchasing Apple iPhones and large-screen televisions has dropped from the 30s to the late 20s to early 30s.