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Nintendo adds easy mode to Super Mario Galaxy classics
Nintendo plans enhanced versions of Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 that extend beyond basic resolution upgrades. GVG analyzed official footage through a YouTube comparison video, revealing substantial visual enhancements across multiple game elements. The developer improved select textures and upgraded font rendering while creating new cutscenes with updated aspect ratios. Players will experience better graphics at 4K resolution when using Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. Additional accessibility features accompany the visual upgrades, with Assist Mode helping new players navigate challenging sections and a soundtrack feature allowing music playback from both games. Nintendo schedules the collection's release for October 2 across both Switch...
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are listening to your heartbeat
Apple announced the AirPods Pro 3 during its September 9, 2025 hardware presentation, delivering notable enhancements over previous models. The company doubled the active noise cancellation effectiveness compared to the Pro 2 and quadrupled performance against the original Pro version through advanced microphones and computational audio processing. Engineers redesigned the acoustic architecture and added next-generation Adaptive EQ technology, producing deeper bass tones, clearer high frequencies, and more distinct vocal separation. Battery performance extends to eight hours with active noise cancellation enabled, representing a two-hour improvement from the Pro 2 model. The updated earbuds feature foam-infused silicone ear tips across...
Donald Trump's TikTok deal with China was agreed in Madrid
Trade negotiations between Beijing and Washington reconvened Monday at Madrid's foreign ministry building. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng guide their respective delegations through discussions scheduled until Wednesday. AFP reporters witnessed officials entering the ministry headquarters that morning. The talks address President Trump's proposed steep import duties and Washington's demand for TikTok's divestiture from Chinese ownership by September 17. Supply chains suffered disruption when reciprocal tariffs reached triple-digit levels earlier this year. Both nations previously reduced duties to 30 percent on American products and 10 percent on Chinese goods. This temporary agreement expires in...
BNP Leaders, Manabo Murakami, Join SKIF Bangladesh Karate Meet
SKIF Bangladesh partners with the Bangladesh Karate Federation to host a major martial arts event in Dhaka. The competition brings together 1150 domestic participants from over 75 organizations across Bangladesh. International competitors arrive from India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Japan, Syria, Argentina, and the United States. Participants compete across four age categories with 350 children, 300 juniors, 250 cadets, and 250 seniors registered. More than 70 athletes have applied for dan grading advancement. The tournament takes place at Jamuna Future Park's Mahal Convention Hall from September 18 through 21. Qualified referees from the Bangladesh Karate Federation, SKIF-Bangladesh, and the Asian Karate Federation will officiate...
Singapore envoy, Bashir Uddin, plots new trade push for Dhaka
Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin met Monday with Singapore's non-resident High Commissioner Derek Loh at his Secretariat office. The officials explored ways to strengthen economic partnerships and expand collaborative efforts between both nations. Bashir Uddin praised Singapore's advanced technology leadership and service delivery achievements across global markets. He expressed Bangladesh's interest in learning from Singapore's proven methods for business development and operational efficiency. High Commissioner Loh confirmed Singapore's commitment to supporting Bangladesh's trade capacity development initiatives. Singapore plans to assist with upgrading technological infrastructure within service institutions while building...
US trade team presses Dhaka on labour law as Sakhawat touts reforms
US trade officials Brendan Lynch and Emily Ashby visited Bangladesh's Labour and Employment Adviser, Dr. M Sakhawat Hossain, on Sunday at his Secretariat office. The meeting focused on labour sector advancement, trade union registration processes, and implementing the US 11-point labour rights framework. Officials also explored ways to strengthen bilateral trade partnerships between the two nations. Dr. Sakhawat explained how Bangladesh has revised the Labour Act 2006 to meet international standards through various reform initiatives. The country plans to ratify three additional ILO conventions, which would make Bangladesh the first South Asian nation to adopt all ten fundamental ILO agreements. Trade union registration will shift from...
Dhaka deal sees Sonali Life snag MILVIK telemedicine, Shihab
MILVIK Bangladesh has formed a partnership with Sonali Life Insurance Company Limited to expand digital healthcare and insurance access. The digital telemedicine provider completed the agreement during a Monday ceremony held in Dhaka. Rafiqul Islam served as the Additional Managing Director who represented Sonali Life during the signing process. Md. Shihab Uddin acted as MILVIK Bangladesh's Country Manager and signed the partnership documents. Several executives attended the ceremony from Sonali Life, such as Director Sheikh Mohammad Daniel, COO Mohammad Monzur Morshed, and CIO Hasib Reza. The partnership creates mutual benefits for both companies and their customer bases. Sonali Life policyholders and staff members will gain access to...
Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra grilled by Mumbai police in 60 cr fraud
Mumbai Police Economic Offences Wing has interrogated actress Shilpa Shetty and businessman Raj Kundra regarding allegations of financial misconduct worth 60 crores. Officers issued a summons to both individuals after businessman Deepak Kothari filed a complaint against the couple. Kothari claims the defendants defrauded him of substantial funds between 2015 and 2023. The complainant alleges that money provided for business expansion purposes was instead diverted for personal expenditures. Authorities plan to question Kundra again during the coming week. The actress recently created confusion about her Bandra restaurant Bastian when she initially announced its closure. Shetty later retracted this statement and confirmed the...
Gujarat pays Rs 354 crore to moms under Namo Shree scheme
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel marked his fourth anniversary in office on September 13, highlighting significant progress in maternal healthcare initiatives. The Namo Shree Yojana emerged as his administration's flagship social security program for women since its launch in February 2024. Financial assistance totaling Rs 354 crore has reached over 6.21 lakh mothers during the program's 18-month operation. Nearly 11 lakh women have enrolled as beneficiaries under this comprehensive scheme. Eligible participants receive phased financial support up to Rs 12,000 during their initial two pregnancies. The program coordinates with existing central initiatives, such as Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana and Janani Suraksha Yojana, to...
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