Indian woman leaves Deloitte Canada role after 6 years to care for ageing parents

SIR row: Plea in SC seeks prosecution of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, SIT inquiry

FTC Expands Amazon Prime Refund Eligibility; Payouts Up to $200 by April 2027

The Federal Trade Commission has widened the pool of Amazon Prime customers eligible for refunds over deceptive enrollment and cancellation practices. Qualifying customers who enrolled in or tried to cancel Prime during certain periods will receive refunds automatically, with no action required on their part. Amazon will issue payments of up to $200, a notable increase from previously set limits. Refunds will be distributed via checks or electronic transfers, with all payments expected to be completed by April 2027.

Zuckerberg's Superyacht Docks Next to Meta Lawsuit Plaintiff's Vessel in Japan

Mark Zuckerberg's superyacht Launchpad has anchored in Japan alongside Nausicaä, the yacht owned by Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa. The two vessels ended up berthed side by side despite an active legal dispute between Maezawa and Meta. Maezawa has sued Meta over the unauthorized use of his name in fraudulent investment advertisements on its platform. There are no reported plans for the two billionaires to meet during this coincidental encounter. Launchpad, which spent the summer in Alaska, is expected to continue its journey toward Singapore.

Colorado researchers grow saffron under solar panels, doubling yield and earning $60K

Researchers at Colorado State University have found that saffron grows more effectively when cultivated under semi-shaded solar panels compared to fully exposed conditions. The study explores how combining rooftop farming with renewable energy generation could help address space limitations in urban food production. Projections indicate that the dual use of solar panels for both electricity and saffron cultivation could generate significant net revenue within five years. However, the researchers acknowledge that challenges around installation costs and ongoing maintenance must be addressed before widespread adoption becomes feasible.