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Gold Prices Fluctuate Amid Fed Rate Outlook and Middle East Tensions

Gold prices fluctuated as traders evaluated the Federal Reserve's interest rate path amid renewed Middle East tensions. The US State Department ordered non-emergency staff departures from Saudi Arabia due to potential hostilities, particularly involving Iran-aligned Houthi militia in Yemen. Gold traded up 0.2% to $4,133.32 an ounce, while Brent oil stayed above $109 a barrel. The US-Iran conflict since February has disrupted energy supplies, raised inflation, and influenced central bank policies.

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Meta Ordered to Pay $25 Billion in New Mexico Privacy Case

A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion following a jury finding that the company committed over 43 million violations of state consumer protection laws. The case involves Facebook's data privacy practices and its statements regarding harmful content. This ruling highlights significant legal consequences for Meta's handling of user data.

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Punjab Politics: BJP-SAD Alliance Near, Concerns Over Anti-Drug Campaign

In the upcoming Punjab assembly elections, the alliance between Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and BJP, broken six years ago, is nearly restored. However, party leaders fear the pre-election alliance may undermine BJP's anti-drug campaign in the state. SAD-led governments from 2007 to 2017 faced allegations of drug mafia expansion. The alliance aims to consolidate votes amid a triangular contest, but opposition parties may attack the coalition on the drug issue.

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Indian Embassy Advises Vigilance in France Amid Protests

The Indian Embassy in France has issued a travel advisory urging Indian nationals to remain vigilant due to violent protests over rising living costs. The advisory warns of localized curfews and transport disruptions ahead of planned demonstrations on October 24. Indians in France are advised to stay cautious and monitor updates closely.

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Indian Scientists Develop Technique to Detect Three Intestinal Infections Together

Indian scientists at PGIMER Chandigarh have developed a new technique to simultaneously detect three intestinal infections: amebic dysentery, giardia infection, and cryptosporidium-induced diarrhea. Tested on 540 patients, the method reduces testing time from 4.5 hours to 1.5 hours and cuts costs from about 1,800 to 900 rupees. Around 24% of samples showed signs of these infections.

Amar Ujala··Chandigarh

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Fire at Brookdale Senior Living in Clinton, Rescue Underway

A fire broke out at Brookdale Senior Living on Northside Drive in Clinton, Mississippi, around 5pm CDT on Wednesday. Videos show heavy flames and smoke as firefighters responded. City officials confirmed ongoing rescue operations but have not disclosed injury details or the number trapped. A reunification point for rescued victims is set at Heights Baptist Church on Hampstead Boulevard.

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