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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Programme for early stage startups
Flipkart Ventures, the investment arm of Flipkart, has launched the fourth edition of its flagship accelerator programme, Flipkart Leap Ahead (FLA). The cohort will focus on startups innovating at the intersection of tech and emerging fields such as generative and agentic AI, drone-tech, and quick commerce enablement, technologies poised to reshape industries and accelerate the next wave of India's innovation. Selected startups will receive equity investments of up to $500,000 alongside a high-impact mentorship programme, said a press release. Participants will also gain access to Flipkart's broader ecosystem, including opportunities to explore commercial partnerships and integrations. The programme is open to early-stage, India-based startups with an established minimum viable product, full-time founding teams, and a core focus on AI-native technologies, drone-tech or quick commerce enablers. Applications will be accepted till August 10, 2025 via A call to clean technology startups The Confederation of Indian Industry is inviting startups for the first edition of CII-ASCEND Innovation Challenge. Open to Indian CleanTech startups, technology providers, public R&D labs, technical institutes, universities, MSMEs, and government-affiliated research centres working on transformative clean technologies, the solutions must be at 'Technology Readiness Level 5–7' and demonstrate strong potential for scale, with no adverse environmental or safety impacts. Priority thematic areas include energy efficiency, water management, waste management, renewable energy, IoT solutions, resource efficiency, decarbonisation solutions, energy storage, green hydrogen, electric vehicles and infrastructure, circular economy and low carbon materials among others. Selected innovators will receive access to a robust support ecosystem including financial support of up to USD 30,000 for pilot deployment, direct market access through CII's extensive industry network, events and curated matchmaking and mentorship. Applications close on July 31. For details, visit: Interview preparation tool driven by AI has launched AI Job Prep — a new AI-powered interview prep tool designed to close the preparation gap in the job market. Over 7.6 lakh AI interviews have been completed on Apna's platform, across 900 cities, logging more than 39 lakh minutes of interviews — signalling a growing demand for smarter, tech-enabled ways of interview preparation. The tool offers realistic interview simulations, instant performance feedback and personalised improvement tips to help candidates build interview confidence, said a press release.
Irish Independent
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
How Fight Like Apes singer Jamie Fox turned a former squat into a Hollywood home
Asking price: €749,000 Agent: JP&M Doyle (045) 865 568 For a glorious decade until they broke up in 2016, Dublin band Fight Like Apes were the darlings of the Irish and UK indie scenes. Founded by Castleknock boy Jamie 'Pockets' Fox and Kildare native Mary Kate 'MayKay' Geraghty, FLA shook up music with their unique punk-pop sound. They toured with The Prodigy and played Glastonbury three times. Following a slew of strangely named tunes like How Am I Supposed to Kill You If You Have All the Guns?, three albums and a string of EPs, FLA disbanded in December 2016. Afterwards keyboard player and vocalist Fox would head to Hollywood with his wife, Rebekah, to take on the restoration of a former squat. Hollywood, Co Wicklow, that is. Built circa 1890, Passedena House in Slievecorragh is now a four-bedroom home that comes with a recording studio. But it had become a squat in the 1970s and fell into disrepair. 'The previous owners often had random backpackers turning up at the door,' says Jamie. He and Sandycove native Rebekah Fox (a chief people officer for start-up companies) bought the now-2,130sq ft home in 2019. They adopted an Alaskan Malamute dog, which they called Wolfe, once they moved in. 'The fact that the house had a recording studio attached to it was one of the biggest draws,' he says. Jamie has a business called Fox and Wolfe, restoring old pianos, and previously rented a premises in Dublin, so it made more sense to move in and work from there too. Having previously lived in a small terraced house in Pimlico in Dublin city centre, the couple also appreciated the peaceful location. ADVERTISEMENT It meant I could stay up late at night, for example, and work with my chainsaw, or we could blast music and it wouldn't register with anyone 'We were looking for a quieter pace of life,' says Jamie. 'It meant I could stay up late at night, for example, and work with my chainsaw, or we could blast music and it wouldn't register with anyone.' The previous owners had restored much of the house, built a recording studio and extended it at the side, but it was in need of repair. 'As two creatives, we also wanted to put our own stamp on the interior,' says Rebekah. They set about insulating the walls and added triple-glazed windows throughout. It already had oil central heating, but they also installed an eco-friendly system that runs on eco-bricks. 'It required the installation of back boilers and a massive stove in the sitting room, which heats 20 radiators throughout the house,' she explains. 'We thought it would be a small job, but it was much bigger than expected.' Rather than attempting to hide the pipes of the stove, which run along the wall of the sitting room, they made a feature out of them. This room has a distinctive vaulted wooden ceiling, painted cream, which gives it a church-like feel. 'It provides it a strange off-kilter energy,' says Jamie. 'The views from the window in the sitting room are amazing,' adds Rebekah. 'We're on a hill, overlooking Glendalough Valley, and you can see Lugnaquilla and the Wicklow Gap in the distance. We're on the Wicklow Way too.' They sanded down the original floors and added an unusual mix-and-match of coloured tiles in the kitchen, which has a black Aga stove and island unit. Another reception room downstairs has an original fireplace and bookshelves, and has been painted various shades of blue. There's a double bedroom off the living room downstairs, and upstairs there are two double bedrooms, which have original fireplaces and are carpeted. There's also a single room, used as a nursery for their two-year-old daughter, Luna. The bathroom, which they renovated, has turquoise walls, a free-standing bathtub and brass fittings. During the pandemic, Jamie built a split-level deck outside with a barbecue area, a pizza oven and a hot tub. The couple have held a number of parties, which typically spill out on to it. The front door of the south-facing home has a stained-glass window, which they commissioned from artist Bianca Divito. 'We wanted an Art Deco-style window that featured a sunrise,' says Jamie. 'It contains crystals so when the sun hits at certain times of the day, it creates a prism.' They applied for planning permission to build a 538sq ft extension to the recording studio beside the house, and Jamie then set up a piano studio alongside the recording studio. 'We actually recorded an album together there during the pandemic,' adds Rebekah, who's also musical. It was called Integration by Love Command0, and inspired by a passion for 1980s Italo disco, New York mutant disco and 1980s electronic freestyle. 'It was actually lovely living in the house during lockdown,' she says. 'We grew our own vegetables including spinach, cauliflower, broccoli and spring onions in the garden during that time.' It comes with three acres, some of which they've purposely left wild. There's also a walled garden at the back, which they call the 'secret garden', and a forest behind it. They frequently have visits from families of deer and other wildlife. Passedena House is a three-minute drive to Hollywood village, where there are two pubs, a school and a coffee shop, among other amenities. It's approximately an hour's drive to Dublin. Although the couple love it there, they've recently moved to Berlin after Rebekah was offered a job with a fintech company. 'It was a really good opportunity so we just decided to go for it,' she says. 'It isn't easy selling the house. It feels like going through a break-up. But we can't be in two places at the same time.' For those wanting a Hollywood address, JP&M Doyle seeks €749,000 for Passedena House.
Newsweek
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Oilers vs. Panthers Stanley Cup Final Game 6 Player Props, Best Bets
Carter Verhaeghe and the Florida Panthers are home favorites tonight as they look to clinch their second Stanley Cup in as many years. Carter Verhaeghe and the Florida Panthers are home favorites tonight as they look to clinch their second Stanley Cup in as many years. Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After two evenly played contests to open the Stanley Cup Final, the reigning champion Florida Panthers have had the upper hand over the Edmonton Oilers for almost all of Games 3, 4 and 5. While the Panthers let a big early lead slip away in Game 4, they controlled Games 3 (FLA 6, EDM 1) and 5 (FLA 5, EDM 2) from start to finish. With a 3-2 lead and Game 6 tonight on home ice, the Panthers are on the verge of once again winning the Stanley Cup at Edmonton's expense. Can Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Oilers -- who went down 3-0 vs. Florida in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, but rallied to force Game 7 -- come through in a must-win spot tonight? Or will the Panthers finish the job after bullying Edmonton at Rogers Place in Game 5? Stanley Cup Final Game 6 Betting Odds The odds below include the money line and the puck line. The puck line works like a spread bet, but the standard puck line is typically set at -1.5/+1.5, with the prices weighted to reflect who's favored. DK FD bet365 EDM ML +130 +125 +135 FLA ML -155 -150 -160 EDM puck line +1.5 (-185) +1.5 (-205) +1.5 (-190) FLA puck line -1.5 (+154) -1.5 (+164) -1.5 (+160) Total 6.5 (o+102; u-122) 6.5 (o+106; u-130) 6.5 (o+100; u-120) How to Watch Oilers vs. Panthers Game 6 Puck drop: 8 p.m. ET Channel: TNT/truTV/Max Stanley Cup Final Series Winner Odds (as of June 17) DraftKings: FLA -350; EDM +280 FanDuel: FLA -400; EDM +310 bet365: FLA -360; EDM +280 NHL Conn Smythe Trophy Winner Odds Entering Game 6 DK FD bet365 Sam Bennett -150 -160 -185 Brad Marchand +370 +410 +400 Leon Draisaitl +700 +650 +750 Connor McDavid +750 +650 +700 Assuming the Panthers, who are heavily favored to win the series, finish the job, the Conn Smythe winner will almost certainly be either Sam Bennett or Brad Marchand. Bennett has continued his outstanding postseason run in the Stanley Cup Final, with a total of five goals and an assist in Games 1-5. He boasts a playoff-leading 15 goals, which explains why he's heavily favored to win the Conn Smythe. Marchand is still in the mix, though, as he's scored six goals in this series, including two apiece in Games 2 and 5. Best Panthers vs. Oilers Game 6 Player Prop Brad Marchand 3+ Shots On Goal (+145 at bet365) -- 1 unit Marchand has been a monster in this series. His goal-scoring has been the story, but he also tallied at least three shots on goal in each of Games 1, 2, 4 and 5 while averaging 4.4 SOG per game in this series. He had 5 SOG in each of Games 4 and 5 on 19 total shot attempts (TSA): 9 in Game 4, and 10 -- in just 24 shifts -- in Game 5. It's also worth noting that dating back to Game 2, Marchand has finished three of the last four games with at least nine TSA, and he also posted five TSA in Game 1. Given how aggressive he's been as Florida has taken over this series over the last couple of games, three SOG strikes us as well within reach for Marchand tonight. That makes this a difficult prop to resist, especially at longer than +140 odds. Oilers vs. Panthers Game 6 Pick, Best Bet The Panthers have been able to wear out every opponent they've faced the last two postseasons, and for most of the last three games, the Oilers have looked like the latest team to run out of answers against coach Paul Maurice's Panthers. Edmonton pulled starting goalie Stuart Skinner midway through Game 4 and got a huge night from Calvin Pickard as they erased a 3-0 deficit, but Pickard allowed four goals on 18 shots in Game 5. That performance sparked questions about who will start in net for the Oilers tonight, and sure enough, Skinner said at a press conference early Tuesday afternoon that he would be in goal this evening. The last we saw Skinner, he was heading to the bench in Game 4 in Florida after giving up three goals in the first period. Edmonton showed us last year that it knows how to stay alive when facing elimination, but I'm going with the veteran Panthers to close this series out at home tonight. I expect Florida -- which has led after the first period in four of five games in this series and outscored Edmonton 11-4 in the opening 20 minutes (including 7-0 across Games 3, 4 and 5) -- to take an early lead and win by multiple goals for the third time in four games. Oilers vs. Panthers Game 6 Best Bets: Panthers 1st Period Moneyline (-135 at bet365) -- 1 unit Panthers Puck Line -1.5 (+164 at FanDuel) -- 0.5 units Newsweek may earn an affiliate commission if you sign up through the links in this article. See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details. Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
FLA reports 5% fall in consumer car finance volumes in April
Consumer car finance new business volumes fell by 5% in April 2025 compared with the same period last year, according to the new figures from the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA). The value of new business also saw a decrease of 2% over the same period. Despite the decline in April, the first four months of 2025 showed a 1% increase in new business volumes compared with the same period in 2024, according to the association. The consumer new car finance market reported a 7% decrease in new business value and an 8% drop in volumes in April 2025 compared to April 2024. However, new business volumes in the consumer new car finance market were up by 11% in the first four months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. In contrast, the consumer used car finance market saw a 4% decrease in new business value in April 2025 while volumes grew by 2%. Over the first four months of 2025, new business volumes in the consumer used car finance market were 3% lower than in the same period in 2024. FLA research and chief economist director Geraldine Kilkelly said: 'April saw the consumer car finance market report its first fall in new business since October 2024 as higher vehicle excise duties took effect, and consumer spending power was hit by higher energy, telephone and water bills. 'The FLA's Q2 2025 industry outlook survey results showed that three-quarters of motor finance respondents expected some increase in new business over the next year despite subdued consumer and business confidence. 'The prospect of further cuts in interest rates, strong consumer savings, and the potential for growth as the UK transitions to greener assets should contribute to single-digit new business growth by value over the next 12 months. As always, customers who are worried about meeting payments should speak to their lender as soon as possible to find a solution.' In March, the FLA reported an 11% increase in consumer car finance new business volumes for March 2025 compared to March 2024. Overall, new business volumes in the first quarter of 2025 were 3% higher compared to the first quarter of 2024. "FLA reports 5% fall in consumer car finance volumes in April" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Newsweek
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Panthers vs. Oilers Stanley Cup Final Game 5 Player Props, Betting Picks
Oddsmakers see tonight's pivotal Game 5 Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers in Edmonton as a coin flip. Oddsmakers see tonight's pivotal Game 5 Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers in Edmonton as a coin flip. Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers have already delivered three overtime thrillers, and there's still at at least two games remaining in what's already been a memorable Stanley Cup Final. The Panthers and Oilers split Games 1 and 2 in Edmonton, but it looked like Florida would return to Rogers Place up 3-1 after the Panthers dominated Game 3 at home (FLA 6, EDM 1), then took a 3-0 lead into the second period of Game 4. But a goalie change from Stuart Skinner to Calvin Pickard by Edmonton coach Kris Knoblauch proved to be a stroke of genius. The Oilers scored four unanswered in the second and third periods, including the go-ahead goal with less than seven minutes remaining in regulation, and they appeared to have an incredible comeback sewn up. A tying goal with 20 seconds to play by Florida's Sam Reinhart forced overtime, where the Oilers survived thanks to another OT game-winner by Leon Draisaitl, his second of the series (and fourth of the playoffs). Stanley Cup Final Game 5 Betting Odds The odds below include the money line and the puck line. The puck line is like a spread bet, but the standard puck line is typically set at -1.5/+1.5, with the prices weighted to reflect who's favored. Top sportsbooks understandably see this as a coin flip after Games 1, 2 and 4 all went to overtime. DK FD bet365 FLA ML -110 -110 -110 EDM ML -110 -110 -110 FLA puck line +1.5 (-270) +1.5 (-265) +1.5 (-270) EDM puck line -1.5 (+220) -1.5 (+210) -1.5 (+220) Total 6.5 (o-102; u-118) 6.5 (o+100; u-122) 6.5 (o+100; u-120) How to Watch Panthers vs. Oilers Game 5 Puck drop: 8 p.m. ET Channel: TNT/truTV/Max Stanley Cup Final Series Winner Odds (as of June 14) It would be an understatement to say that this series remains wide-open entering Game 5 tonight. Multiple sportsbooks literally see this as a 50-50 series after the Oilers pulled out Game 4 to even the series at 2-2 instead of falling into a 3-1 hole. DraftKings: FLA -110; EDM -110 FanDuel: FLA -110; EDM -110 bet365: FLA -105; EDM -115 NHL Conn Smythe Trophy Winner Odds Entering Game 5 DK FD bet365 Sam Bennett +150 +145 +150 Leon Draisaitl +200 +230 +225 Connor McDavid +350 +260 +300 Best Panthers vs. Oilers Game 5 Player Prop Leon Draisaitl Over 3.5 Shots On Goal (+140 at bet365) -- 1 unit Sticking with Draisaitl tonight feels like a no-brainer. He's recorded at least 2 points in three of the first four games of this series, and he has already tallied four goals and three assists. So, the question is not whether to back Draisaitl, but how to go about it. He's a tempting bet to record at least 2 points, but he's only +110 at most sportsbooks to do that for the fourth time in this series. Just as impressively, Draisaitl has had at least four shots on goal (SOG) in three of four games in this series. He's also piled up plenty of total shot attempts (TSA) in all but Edmonton's disastrous Game 3. Leon Draisaitl Stanley Cup Final Game-By-Game SOG, TSA Shots on Goal Total Shot Attempts Game 1 4 8 Game 2 4 7 Game 3 0 0 Game 4 4 5 There's a ton of value in taking Draisaitl to once again be active offensively, especially if Game 5 becomes yet another back-and-forth shootout. Panthers vs. Oilers Game 5 Pick, Best Bet This has been an up-and-down, unpredictable series for Panthers and Oilers fans, but it's been consistently kind to over bettors. The total has been set at 6.5 in every game of this series, and it's gone over in all four games, as these teams combined for 7 goals in Game 1, 9 in Game 2, 7 in Game 3 and 9 in Game 4. The Game 4 play of Edmonton goalie Calvin Pickard in relief of Skinner provides reason to believe Edmonton might be able to keep the Panthers in check tonight. That being said, I'll believe a low-scoring battle between these teams when I see it, so give me the over once again. While I fully expect this series to go seven games, I think (I won't pretend to know what's going to happen in any game of this wild series) that between A) the home crowd, B) the momentum from how Edmonton won Game 4 and C) the outstanding play from Pickard on Thursday night, this is going to be an Oilers victory in regulation. Panthers vs. Oilers Game 5 Best Bets: Over 6.5 (+100 at FD, bet365) -- 1 unit Oilers moneyline (-110 at DK, FD, bet365) -- 1 unit Newsweek may earn an affiliate commission if you sign up through the links in this article. See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details. Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.
