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China Coal Prices Reach Three-Year High Amid Supply Disruptions

China's thermal coal prices surged to a three-year high, reaching 1,004 yuan per ton due to slow domestic production growth and export disruptions from Indonesia. Prices have risen 25% since mid-July. Coal remains the main electricity source in China, despite renewable energy growth. Domestic output fell over 3% through August after safety measures increased following a fatal mine collapse in Shanxi. Restart approvals lag, with cautious authorities ahead of a major Communist Party meeting.

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44-Year-Old Mother Wins Two British Bodybuilding Titles

Danielle Cooper, a 44-year-old mother of two, won two British bodybuilding titles after starting the sport at age 40. She emphasizes the importance of nutrition, walking, and mindset for women aiming to achieve fitness goals. Cooper advises making nutrition the foundation and increasing daily physical activities such as walking to improve fitness.

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Richa Chadha Shares Makeup Tips to Avoid Facial Recognition at Protests

Actress Richa Chadha shared a makeup tutorial on October 11 to help protesters avoid facial recognition cameras during demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protests demand his resignation over alleged electoral roll irregularities. Chadha urged protesters to stay safe, peaceful, and carry pepper spray amid heightened security and detentions in Delhi.

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Riyadh Airport Shutdown Extended After Deadly Houthi Attacks

Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport remains closed following deadly Houthi attacks last week that killed at least 18 people, including 13 in the deadliest strike on October 10. Saudi authorities extended the suspension to verify the safety and operational readiness of the airport facilities. No date has been given for resuming operations.

Hindu World··Riyadh

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How Wedding Insurance Protects Advance Payments

Wedding planning involves large budgets, often ₹20 lakh to over ₹1 crore, with significant non-refundable advance payments to vendors like venues, caterers, and decorators. Unforeseen events such as severe weather, vendor failures, medical emergencies, or travel disruptions can cause delays or cancellations, risking these advance payments. Wedding insurance helps families manage financial losses by covering such unexpected disruptions, especially for destination weddings requiring extensive coordination.

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Ex-Army Chief Ved Malik Warns Against Relying on Elon Musk's Starlink

Former Indian Army Chief Ved Malik expressed concerns about depending on foreign-owned telecom systems like Elon Musk's Starlink, citing past US sanctions during the Kargil War and recent trade restrictions. Malik, who led the army during the 1999 Kargil conflict, emphasized national security risks and advised against reliance on foreign telecom infrastructure in India.

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