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Fed Officials Signal Patience, Markets Cut October Rate Hike Odds

Federal Reserve officials Philip Jefferson and John Williams emphasized patience and reliance on data regarding interest rate decisions. Following their remarks, markets significantly lowered the probability of a rate hike in October. However, ongoing inflation concerns and upcoming consumer price index data remain key factors that could influence the Fed's policy moves.

ET Markets·

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Politics

CPI(M) Urges Tamil Nadu to Boycott Demographic Committee

The CPI(M) has called on the Tamil Nadu government to boycott the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes set up by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. CPI(M) State secretary P. Shanmugam condemned the committee's 35-point questionnaire, alleging it exposes an anti-minority agenda by RSS and BJP. The party criticized the committee for political motives, citing its focus on religion-wise data and lack of demographers.

The Hindu··Chennai

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Entertainment

Tamil Nadu's Sollisai Sistahs Rap Against Misogyny and Caste Bias

Sollisai Sistahs, Tamil Nadu's first all-women rap crew, addresses social issues like gender stereotypes, caste discrimination, and exam pressure through their music. The group includes Abisha (Bshaa), Kavya (Kavi Chikki), Neya (Veraa), and Suwathi (Raga Kaatralai). Formed organically via Instagram and a festival meeting, they aim to amplify voices from non-privileged backgrounds in the hip-hop scene.

Deccan Herald·

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World

Bull Fire Burns 80 Acres Near Verdi, Nevada; Evacuation Warnings Issued

The Bull Fire has burned 80 acres about 1 mile north of Riverdale Circle in Verdi, Nevada, affecting Sierra and Washoe Counties. A Level 2 evacuation warning is in effect in Washoe County. Residents are advised to check the evacuation map for specific areas under warning. The situation is ongoing and updates are being provided.

HT World··Verdi

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World

Five Unusual US Stories: Python Rescue, Knife-Wielding Crab and More

In late September, the US witnessed several bizarre incidents including a Florida man confronting a blue land crab seemingly holding a blade, which went viral with over 20 million views. In New Jersey, police dismantled a car to rescue a three-foot python trapped inside. Other strange events involved a man driving through a locked grocery store for a bathroom and a runaway pig, highlighting unusual occurrences across the country.

TOI World·

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World

South Africa Sees 46 Dead in Five Mass Shootings in One Week

South Africa experienced five mass shootings in less than a week, resulting in at least 46 deaths. These incidents have raised concerns about organized crime, illegal firearms, and violence in poorer communities, despite a recent overall decline in the national murder rate.

Mint·

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