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India Today
4 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Nothing Phone 2 price drops by Rs 15,000
Nothing Phone 2 price drops by Rs 15,000 By Ankita Garg The Nothing Phone 2 has received a big price drop of Rs 15,000 just a month before the launch of the Nothing Phone 3. This is a good deal for those who have been planning to buy this phone at a lower price. The Nothing Phone (2) is currently selling with a massive discount offer. Amazo is offering the device at Rs 29,993 (white model). The Nothing Phone 2 was originally launched in India for Rs 44,999, which means consumers are getting a flat discount of about Rs 15,000. There is also an extra Rs 1,000 coupon discount on Amazon, which you can tick mark on on the Phone 2 listing. The discounted amount is visible at the checkout, which will reduce the price to Rs 28,999. It is currently unknown when this offer will expire. But, this deal won't likely go anywhere and those who can wait for the Nothing Phone 3 should do that to see what the new smartphone holds. To recall, the Nothing Phone (2) comes packed with a 6.7-inch display with a resolution of 1080x2412 and up to 120Hz refresh rate. The Nothing Phone (2) is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. The Nothing Phone (2) includes a dual camera setup including a 50-megapixel Sony IMX890 sensor + 50-megapixel Samsung JN1 sensor. It is backed by a 4700mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. You can consider buying the Nothing Phone 2 if you can't wait for the Phone 3. It is still a good smartphone. But, it would be wise to wait for its successor as it is just a month away. Do keep in mind that the new model would be a tad expensive, something which Nothing has hinted.
Buzz Feed
14-04-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Your Pet's Favorite Fetch Toy Might Harm Them. Try This Vet-Approved Ball Instead
The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. Dogs and tennis balls seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly. Even my cat plays with one. Yet according to veterinarians, tennis balls can pose real harm to your pet. 'Excessive chewing on the felt [of tennis balls] can lead to wearing of the tooth enamel and eventually lead to dental disease,' explained Dr. Carly Fox, a senior veterinarian at New York City's Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. Plus, according to Stockton, California's Sierra Veterinary Hospital, 'When your dog is chewing happily on a tennis ball[,] there is no way of knowing what kinds of chemicals they are ingesting.' Since tennis balls are designed for near-throwaway use in sports, 'There are undoubtedly toxic chemicals used from the rubber ball, to the fuzzy coating, to the glue that holds it all together,' the veterinary hospital's site emphasized. If your pet is wedded to their tennis ball, there are safer options you can switch to, Fox said. She recommended the Chuckit ultra ball in particular for its 'excellent bounce' that's 'easy on your dog's teeth.' Pet parents are obsessed with the Chuckit ball, a bestseller with over 106,000 5-star ratings that reviewers praise for its durability against strong jaws and ever-engaging bounce. One person even penned a poem to the Chuckit after calling it ' the most important thing in my dog's life.' 'A day without it? Unthinkable fate! / He'd search and whine, he'd sit and wait,' waxed the reviewer-cum-poet. 'They are the first thing [my dog] gets when he gets up, and he takes one to bed at the end of the day,' wrote another of the Chuckit balls. The Chuckit ultra ball can also be used with the Chuckit launcher, itself a bestseller. The long-handled thrower functions as an extension of your arm to propel balls farther and faster during fetch. It 'has completely changed our playtime routine,' wrote a reviewer named Lainey. 'With a simple flick of my wrist, I sent the ball soaring across the field.' Whether you stay with tennis balls or switch to a safer alternative, just be sure to use the right size ball. 'No larger breed dog should be playing with a ball made for a small- or toy-sized breed. This leads to accidental ingestion and the need for medical intervention,' Fox stressed. Grab a two-pack of medium Chuckit ultra balls at Amazon a Chuckit launcher 1. Amazon and Chewy The Chuckit air fresh ball"is a great alternative for a tennis ball," said Fox. "There are holes to allow easy gripping and air flow." Plus, this choice is "excellent for brachycephalic dogs who can breathe through the ball when carrying it," she added. Reviewers concur, giving the substitute 13,000 5-star ratings. "I used to buy tiny tennis balls, but my dog would rip off the fuzz and end up throwing it up," wrote one reviewer. "These have been a great alternative! They're durable, easy to clean and my dog loves chasing them." Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.99. 2. A toy whose design provides a safer way to enjoy tennis balls Amazon Fox also suggested the Kong Wubba toy. "This toy has reinforced nylon that covers a tennis ball ... [so] your dog gets the satisfaction and feel of the tennis ball with a lower risk of ingestion and no felt," she wrote. "The tails make it fun to throw and chase," added Fox. Numerous reviewers call the Kong Wubba their dogs' favorite toy, especially among enthusiastic chewers. "I have a Blue Heeler with jaws of steel and an obsession with violently annihilating any toy he can get his mouth on," wrote a reviewer named Jess. "This octopus toy has been the most long lasting and seemingly most fun toy that I've found for him yet." 3. A flying disc designed for tugging and tossing with your pet Chewy "Frisbees are excellent fetch toys," said Fox, and "due to the shape [they] have a decreased risk of accidental ingestion. Fox recommended the 9-inch Nerf tug flying disc in particular, which is made with tough, lightweight nylon. "Our dog is nutty for this. Unlike hard plastic discs that bounce off her teeth, this one is easy for her to catch and retrieve," wrote a reviewer named Dave.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nasdaq Correction: 3 Things Every Investor Should Know
The Nasdaq, along with the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average, roared higher over the past two years, delivering double-digit annual gains. And the momentum continued into this year as investors piled into high-growth companies involved in hot technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing -- until recently. Over the past few weeks, a drop in consumer confidence in February and a weaker-than-expected jobs report fueled uncertainty about the economy and the potential effect on corporate earnings. And investors also worried about the impact of certain moves from President Trump -- for example, the launch of tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. Trump introduced the tariffs early last week, though he delayed them by one month on items covered by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. As a result, some of the strongest growth stocks, from Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) to Amazon, have seen their shares tumble and last week dragged the tech-heavy Nasdaq into correction territory. This downturn may make you wonder whether you really should be buying stocks right now. Before deciding, though, here are three things every investor should know about the Nasdaq correction. The Nasdaq entered a correction on March 6, falling more than 10% from a peak on Dec. 16, though it showed signs of recovery during the next trading session, ending the week down by 9.8% from that point. (For an index to be considered in correction territory, it must fall by 10% to 20% from its most recent high.) It's too early to say whether this correction period will last, but here's a positive point to keep in mind: History shows us that corrections generally have led to positive performance. Of 11 Nasdaq corrections since 2010, 10 have resulted in positive performance in the 12 months to follow, and the average annual gain has been more than 21%. Of course, history doesn't always repeat itself, but at least this trend shows us corrections don't necessarily mean a bigger drop is just ahead. No investors like seeing stocks in their portfolio tumble. But there is one positive point about a market correction, and that's the opportunity to add to some of your favorite positions, potentially for a bargain -- and find new buying opportunities, too. Though we all loved seeing stocks soar in recent times, the downside was that valuations of many players took off, too. We can use prices of S&P 500 stocks as an example, and one of the best ways to do this is by looking at the Shiller CAPE ratio. This metric considers stock prices and earnings per share over a 10-year period to adjust for fluctuations in the economy. As the bull market roared higher, this measure reached the level of 37, something it's done only twice before since the launch of the benchmark as a 500-company index in the late 1950s. Though it still is high at the level of 35 today, it has started to come down. And this happens as many stocks, including Nasdaq players such as Nvidia and Amazon, drift into bargain territory as part of the current market declines. Nvidia now trades for 25 times forward earnings estimates, down from 48 earlier this year. And Amazon now trades for 31 times forward estimates, compared with 45 just a few months ago. So now looks like a great time to go bargain hunting. OK, so I know it's hard to just ignore what's going on at the moment, especially if your portfolio is suffering. But at times like this, it's important to shift your focus from today to the long term. If you look at stock performance from this perspective, you'll notice that indexes always have recovered after tough periods and gone on to advance, as we can see in this chart of the Nasdaq's performance since 2010 -- the time of the first correction I mentioned earlier. In fact, each correction looks small from this lens, suggesting that if you invest in quality companies or related assets such as exchange-traded funds, these tough times probably won't affect your returns by much at all. By long term, I mean holding on for at least five years, but even better if the stocks you select make great holdings for 10 years or longer. That's why it's crucial to go for companies with solid long-term prospects that won't be significantly hurt during times of economic headwinds and tough markets. If you do this, you'll sleep a lot easier during market corrections, feel better about scooping up those bargains I talked about, and potentially set yourself up for a long-term win. Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you'll want to hear this. On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a 'Double Down' stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you're worried you've already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it's too late. And the numbers speak for themselves: Nvidia: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009, you'd have $292,207!* Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you'd have $45,326!* Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you'd have $480,568!* Right now, we're issuing 'Double Down' alerts for three incredible companies, and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon.*Stock Advisor returns as of March 3, 2025 John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Adria Cimino has positions in Amazon. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Amazon and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Nasdaq Correction: 3 Things Every Investor Should Know was originally published by The Motley Fool
CBC
26-01-2025
- Business
- CBC
We're back with a new in-vets-tigation; Amazon closure: CBC's Marketplace cheat sheet
Social Sharing Miss something this week? Don't panic. CBC's Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need. Want this in your inbox? Get the Marketplace newsletter every Friday. How the corporatization of vet clinics is driving up prices across the country How easy is it to spot a corporate-branded vet clinic? 3 days ago Duration 1:00 When Maja Terzic brought her sick cat to the vet, she agreed to a few hundred dollars in blood work to hopefully find out what was wrong with him. Guppy was then whisked away to a back room. "I was just kind of in the dark, I didn't know what was happening," Terzic said. An hour later, she was handed a $1,100 bill, full of tests and treatments she says she never agreed to. "My stomach literally dropped. I was like, 'OK, I'm going to do the credit card not the debit card today,'" said Terzic, who had no idea the clinic was owned by the largest veterinary consolidator in Canada. Terzic's experience mirrors that of a rising number of pet owners who say they've seen a dramatic increase in their veterinary bills in the past few years — a trend that's arisen alongside the practice of multinational corporations quietly buying up independent vet clinics across the country. Before 2010, almost all veterinary clinics in Canada were owned by the vet you visited. Today, more than half of emergency and specialty hospitals and more than 20 per cent of all clinics are owned by six corporations. To see what type of care would be recommended and how much it would cost at corporate-run clinics, CBC's Marketplace scheduled appointments at six different clinics across Toronto, all of them owned by one of the three biggest corporations in Canada. This story is part of a joint investigation with The Fifth Estate, Marketplace and Radio-Canada's Enquête and La Facture looking at the changing pet health sector in Canada. Amazon to close Quebec facilities, insists it's not because of new union Employees stunned by Amazon's decision to close Quebec operations 3 days ago Duration 2:49 Amazon announced on Wednesday it will shutter its facilities in Quebec in the coming weeks and cut nearly 2,000 jobs, 1,700 of which are permanent positions. A company spokesperson said Amazon will outsource deliveries to smaller contractors. The spokesperson insisted that the decision was tied to cost savings — not the recent unionization of about 300 employees at a Laval, Que., warehouse. "Following a recent review of our Quebec operations," the spokesperson said in an emailed statement, "we found that returning to a third-party delivery model supported by local small businesses, similar to the one we had until 2020, will enable us to offer the same excellent service and deliver even greater savings to our customers in the long term." It was not immediately clear when Amazon would close its facilities, but the spokesperson told Radio-Canada it would happen in the "next two months." A Quebec Employment Ministry spokesperson said Wednesday that Amazon Canada issued a notice of collective layoff affecting 1,997 employees across seven locations. Read more Cyberattack affecting school boards across Canada may involve decades of data. What can families do? Over the past two weeks, school boards across Canada — including the country's largest — have revealed details about a major data breach connected to PowerSchool, an outside provider K-12 schools use to manage student info. As investigations into the cyberattack continue, a broader understanding of the incident is emerging, with some boards saying that student data dating back decades may be impacted. Despite the breadth of data that could be potentially accessed, however, experts say there are still measures families and schools can take to protect themselves. School divisions across Canada — in Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Prince Edward Island and Saskatchewan — use PowerSchool, primarily to manage students' personal and sometimes medical information, grades and other learning details. Some use it as a portal to communicate with families. Officials are working with PowerSchool to determine the extent of the breach, which occurred in late December when a back-end account used to offer school boards technical support with the platform was compromised. are commonly cited as the data accessed about recent students. What else is going on? Business groups in Canada, U.S. urge Ottawa to scrap measure they've long opposed. Government halving provincial nominee programs as part of overall immigration cuts. Ottawa police say other efforts to contact truck owner were unsuccessful. Marketplace needs your help! We want to know how Marketplace has changed your life! Do you have an episode you can't stop talking about? Has something we've investigated saved you money? Or maybe something we revealed made you change your habits. We want to hear about it. Reach out to us and tell us where you're from and what your favourite episode was: marketplace@
