Bronx home buyer loses $1 million lawsuit after seeking $270,000 price cut

A New York man made a cash offer on a rundown house in the Bronx, agreeing to purchase it in its existing condition. Just days before closing, he discovered further problems and asked the seller for a substantial price reduction. The seller refused, pointing to the terms of the contract and the property condition disclosures provided earlier. The buyer's subsequent lawsuit, which sought damages of about $1 million, was unsuccessful.

US start-up plans to sell sunlight at night using Skyroot Aerospace technology

A US-based start-up has announced plans to offer sunlight for sale after dark by reflecting light from orbit, in collaboration with India's Skyroot Aerospace. The project relies on space-based reflectors that would redirect sunlight onto targeted areas on Earth. The venture is pitched as a way to extend usable daylight for solar power generation and other applications. Details on timelines, costs, and regulatory approvals were not specified in the source material. Skyroot Aerospace is known as one of India's private space launch companies.

Kenyan cult leader Paul Mackenzie sentenced to life for murders of 191 followers

A court in Kenya has handed a life sentence to Paul Mackenzie, the leader of a doomsday cult, for the killings of 191 people. According to the case, Mackenzie instructed his followers to starve their children to death in a forest so they could reach Jesus. The victims were members of his religious group, and the deaths were linked to the cult's teachings. The sentence marks a major conviction in one of the country's most severe cases involving religious extremism.

Ayesha Curry Praises Ryan Coogler After His Warriors Game Appearance

Ayesha Curry publicly welcomed filmmaker Ryan Coogler on Instagram after he returned to Chase Center. Coogler attended the game with his wife, Zinzi. He watched the Warriors defeat the Miami Heat 120-100. The win extended Golden State's season-best streak to six games. Stephen Curry scored 29 points, and Klay Thompson made an emotional comeback.

ECB to raise concerns over funding of Afghanistan Premier League

The England and Wales Cricket Board plans to raise concerns about how the Afghanistan Premier League is being funded. The APL has already held its player draft despite not yet receiving official approval from the International Cricket Council. The league's unapproved status is central to the ECB's objections. The matter highlights tensions over sanctioning and oversight of franchise leagues outside the ICC's formal framework.

States' capital outlay to accelerate to 10-12%

Milo Ventimiglia's family settles into new home after losing two houses in LA fires

Actor Milo Ventimiglia and his wife Jarah Mariano lost their home, along with another house they were building, in the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. At the time, Mariano was 38 weeks pregnant. Nearly two years on, Ventimiglia says the family has moved into a new home with their two children. He reflected on the loss, the memories tied to the old house, and the process of rebuilding their lives.

Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production amid weak sales

Tesla is reportedly winding down production of its Cybertruck electric pickup after several years of poor sales. The vehicle has struggled to find buyers in only a few markets. The decision reflects the company's difficulty in turning strong interest in the unusual truck into sustained demand. The source article, reported via MSN and discussed on Hacker News, provides limited additional detail on timing or the exact scale of the wind-down. Tesla's broader plans for the model were not described in the available information.

Karnataka Minister Says Petrol Samples Show Up to 31.2% Ethanol Against 20% Declared

Karnataka's Consumer Affairs Minister Rizwan Arshad announced test results in Bengaluru on the state's petrol supply. The department collected 63 petrol samples from across Karnataka for the testing. The results showed ethanol content of up to 31.2 per cent, compared with the 20 per cent declared on the fuel. The minister's remarks come alongside a demand for a consumer relief fund.

Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 200 years over Shakahola starvation deaths

Paul Nthenge Mackenzie has been handed a 200-year prison sentence for his role in the Shakahola deaths in Kenya. Church members, including 190 children, died of starvation under his instructions. He convinced his followers that fasting would bring them closer to Jesus ahead of an expected apocalypse. The case has drawn wide attention to the dangers posed by religious groups that control their members. The sentence reflects the scale of harm caused to vulnerable families and young children.

Bengaluru man held over killings of seven wife's relatives after domestic dispute

A man identified as Indushekar is accused of killing seven members of his wife's family in Bengaluru amid long-running domestic tensions. He allegedly first killed his wife and mother-in-law before luring his brothers-in-law and later killing them with the same weapon. Police believe the bodies were concealed at different locations across the city. Investigators are working to determine whether the suspect acted alone or received help. Search operations for the remaining victims are ongoing.

Rajasthan police use decoy operation to rescue six girls sold into prostitution by their families

Police in Rajasthan rescued six girls who had been sold into prostitution by members of their own families. Officers carried out a decoy operation to locate and free the victims. The girls were removed from the situation and the rescue marks a significant intervention against trafficking in the state. The report attributes the success of the operation to the use of the decoy tactic by the police.

Bambu Lab P2S Combo Named Top 3D Printer Pick After Year-Long Testing

A Verge reviewer says the Bambu Lab P2S Combo is the 3D printer they would buy, after a year of testing it alongside several competitors. The enclosed, auto-loading printer with a touchscreen is currently discounted to $649 through December 1st, down from its usual $749 price. Over the test period, the reviewer logged 6,770 print hours across four printers and produced 40,000 whistles for ICE whistleblowers. Based on that experience, the reviewer says they can recommend the P2S to newcomers asking which printer to buy.

Enough Phone crowdfunding campaign targets compact handset for users tired of large screens

A small smartphone called the Enough Phone is being developed by a team of three, including Brennan Jordan and Austin Boer. The device will offer a choice between stock Android and the minimalist OdysseyOS operating system. Its planned specifications include a 5.3-inch display, a 3,500mAh user-replaceable battery, a MediaTek Dimensity 7500 chipset, and 8GB of RAM. The project is raising money on Kickstarter, where it had passed half of its $250,000 goal within a day of launching. The phone's dimensions suggest a size similar to the iPhone Mini.

Older Creators Turn to Adult Platforms as Demand for Mature Content Grows

Creators in their sixties, seventies, and eighties have increasingly joined adult content platforms. Demand for mature content has risen sharply in recent times. Some of these older creators are using online sex work as a source of retirement income. The trend has drawn attention to a growing segment of the adult industry. The original WIRED report frames it as a notable shift in who is participating in the market.

Patrick Mahomes Moves Family Into Custom Missouri Estate on Eight Acres

Patrick Mahomes relocated his family in 2023 to a custom-built estate in Belton, Missouri. He bought the property for $400,000 in September 2020 and started construction soon after. The compound features a private football field, a swimming pool, and a family gym. Mahomes also keeps a home in Texas for the off-season, while Belton is the family's home base during the football season.

Delhi Invokes GRAP-III Early as Precaution, Bringing Car Curbs and Hybrid Classes

Under the Graded Response Action Plan, GRAP-III is normally triggered when air quality reaches the "severe" category, with an AQI of 400. This time, the pollution control board activated the measures ahead of schedule as a precautionary step. The early move brings restrictions on private vehicles and shifts some classes to hybrid mode. The decision reflects an effort to curb pollution before conditions worsen further.

Nasdaq 100 futures rally as tech stocks seek relief after recent losses

The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index fell more than 6% on Thursday. Investors grew concerned about a possible slowdown in artificial intelligence development. The sell-off followed Democratic election wins in the House and the Senate. Nasdaq 100 futures have since rallied, pointing to some relief for the stock market.

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Manipur insurgent facing anti-terror charges arrested in Delhi

Delhi Police have arrested an insurgent from Manipur who is wanted under anti-terror legislation. The operation was carried out by a team led by Inspector Prakash Chand. The team worked under the supervision of ACP Rajkumar and DCP Crime Branch Harsh Indora. The source article provides limited further detail on the arrest, so additional specifics such as the exact date or charges are not reported here.