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SS United States sinks today: Live stream time, location, 45-minute operation explained as historic ship carrying presidents and Hollywood stars becomes world's largest artificial reef

SS United States sinking today: The historic SS United States is set to sink off Florida's Gulf Coast on November 11, becoming the world's largest artificial reef. The 990-foot ocean liner, which once carried presidents and Hollywood stars, will be lowered beneath the water in a controlled 45-minute operation.

The Economic Times · 33m ago

In 2012, Rotterdam transformed 9 discarded wind turbine blades into public seating; 8 years later, the installation gained a new life as an LGBTQI+ landmark

Nine wind turbine blades destined for disposal have been repurposed as public seating at Willemsplein in Rotterdam. This initiative, known as Blade Made, was designed by Superuse and installed in 2012. The seating structure became an LGBTQI+ landmark after it was designated as such in 2020. The blades are held…

The Economic Times · 53m ago

The secrets driving unstoppable Spain's football dominance

Spain's football philosophy emphasizes early talent identification and a uniform coaching structure across all levels. This approach prioritizes team cohesion and collective strength over individual talent, ensuring consistent development. Coaches are interconnected across age groups, allowing for a seamless transition of players. Notably, many players on the national team have…

The Economic Times · 1h ago

IRDA's new consultation paper proposes major reforms to improve insurance distribution and reduce complaints

Irda's recent consultation paper aims to restructure insurance distributor commissions to enhance market efficiency and penetration. The report highlights India's low insurance penetration rate compared to global averages and emphasizes improving policy persistency. It suggests restructuring compensation models, linking payouts to ongoing services, and reducing initial commission incentives to curb…

The Economic Times · 1h ago

China's passenger car exports surge in October as domestic demand remains weak

China experienced a significant increase in car exports in October, primarily driven by electric vehicle demand. The country exported approximately 927,000 passenger vehicles, reflecting a 62.3 percent growth compared to last year. In contrast, domestic passenger vehicle sales fell to about 1.7 million units following months of decline. Analysts predict…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Two SPOs go missing in J&K's Kishtwar; massive search operation launched

Two Special Police Officers from Kishtwar district disappeared while traveling to an Army post, prompting serious concerns. After their phones became unreachable, security forces initiated a substantial search operation in the area. The missing personnel's identities have been confirmed as Babi Chand and Rashpal Kumar, raising worries about their safety.…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Are authorities losing control as youth protests leverage technology to bypass shutdowns?

Youth-led protests around the world have increasingly relied on digital tools to organize and communicate. Authorities find it challenging to respond effectively to these protests, as traditional methods such as internet shutdowns are less effective. The recent demonstrations in New Delhi highlighted the use of Bluetooth-based messaging and VPNs for…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

XRP investors have a new reason to worry: Ripple’s David Schwartz sells 23 million XRP tokens, cuts holdings by 88% — Why he exited as XRP price struggles near $1

XRP news today: Ripple’s David Schwartz has sold 23 million tokens, cutting his holdings by 88% to 3 million XRP. The disclosure comes as XRP trades at $1.056 on Wednesday, November 11, down 17% over the past seven days and 71% below its July 2025 record of $3.65.

The Economic Times · 2h ago

White House confronts Democrats over planned probes, claiming possible 'criminality'

The White House has warned Democrats about planned investigations into the Trump administration following recent midterm elections. White House counsel Will Scharf emphasized that threats aimed at officials could be considered criminality. Representative Robert Garcia stated that investigations are necessary to address potential corruption and abuse. Democrats aim to investigate…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Could Huang, Nvidia and company's board be held liable over affair scandal?

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under scrutiny due to rumored connections with a suspected Chinese intelligence asset. An independent committee of directors is investigating potential implications for Nvidia and its stakeholders. Various legal actions, including a proposed class action lawsuit, are being explored by investors. Federal securities regulators may also…

The Economic Times · 2h ago