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Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations indicate that Lemon Tree Hotels and Electrosteel Castings are top picks for April 25, 2025, as Nifty shows a positive trend, closing at 24,246 after a recent rally. Bank Nifty also reached an all-time high, driven by institutional buying and favorable RBI policies, with a target of 56,800 if it breaks above 56,000. Investors are advised to buy Lemon Tree Hotels in the range of Rs...

California's economy has surpassed Japan's, making it the fourth-largest in the world with a GDP of $4.10 trillion, according to new data from the IMF and US Bureau of Economic Analysis. Governor Gavin Newsom emphasized the significance of this achievement while expressing concerns about the potential negative impact of President Trump's tariffs on California's growth, which is vital for the nation. Despite California's rapid economic advancement, Japan's economy faces challenges due to its declining population...

Footage has emerged showing an Israeli airstrike striking a building in a residential area of Beit Lahia, as Israel's air campaign in Gaza continues following the breakdown of its ceasefire with Hamas last month. Recent reports indicate that new information regarding the deaths of paramedics in Gaza contradicts the Israeli Defense Forces’ narrative. Additionally, Israel has ceased references to humanitarian zones amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Full Article

Summary On May 1, 2024, British Columbia will observe the one-year anniversary of regulations governing short-term rentals, which were implemented across communities with populations exceeding 10,000. These regulations stipulate that short-term rentals are permissible only in principal residences, secondary suites, or auxiliary structures such as laneway houses situated on the property. The announcement regarding these regulations was made by Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon during an event in Burnaby, B.C. Full Article

Lanre Bakare, a Guardian arts and culture correspondent, explores the lesser-known aspects of Black British history during the Thatcher years in his new book. While many narratives focus on key events in London, such as the Windrush docking and the murder of Stephen Lawrence, Bakare highlights significant stories from cities like Liverpool, home to the UK's oldest Black community, and his hometown of Bradford. This work aims to broaden the understanding of Black Britain's history...

Anzac Day Heckler in Perth ‘Disgusting’ Says WA PremierThe Western Australian premier, Roger Cook, condemned a heckler who disrupted an Anzac Day service in Perth by shouting obscenities during a welcome to country at the Kings Park dawn service. Cook described the behavior as “disgusting” and emphasized that such actions are totally inappropriate and disrespectful during a solemn occasion meant for community unity. He reiterated that using the occasion to make a political point in...