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Nvidia RTX PRO 5500 Shares RTX 5090 Silicon but Costs $16,000 More

Nvidia RTX PRO 5500 Shares RTX 5090 Silicon but Costs $16,000 More

Nvidia’s newly listed RTX PRO 5500 workstation graphics card utilizes the exact same silicon configuration as its consumer flagship, the RTX 5090, yet commands a price of $17,999 compared to the gaming card's $1,999 launch price. This massive markup has intensified speculation that Nvidia is prioritizing professional buyers over gamers, contributing to the ongoing global shortage of RTX 5090 units.

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Davante Adams injury deepens Los Angeles Rams receiver shortage

Davante Adams injury deepens Los Angeles Rams receiver shortage

The Rams received somewhat positive news on the injury front on Wednesday.

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Barbie sequel negotiations stall over reported $25 million pay packages

Barbie sequel negotiations stall over reported $25 million pay packages

Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig sought $25 million apiece — plus bigger profit shares — for "Barbie 2," leaving Skydance CEO David Ellison to resolve a contract standoff as his Hollywood empire grapples with massive debt, according to a report.

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João Franco’s earlier post draws attention after arrest over fatal Turkey brawl

João Franco’s earlier post draws attention after arrest over fatal Turkey brawl

Former "Below Deck" star João Franco posted a cryptic message about taking some time away from social media to "realign" his "moral compass" just three weeks before he was arrested in Turkey for his apparent involvement in a deadly brawl.

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Bath & Body Works launches buy-one-get-one-free candle offer

Bath & Body Works launches buy-one-get-one-free candle offer

Bath & Body Works candles are the ultimate holiday gift.

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Itlu Arjuna receives U/A certificate ahead of theatrical release

Itlu Arjuna receives U/A certificate ahead of theatrical release

The Central Board of Film Certification has cleared director Mahesh Uppala’s Telugu romantic entertainer Itlu Arjuna for release with a U/A certificate.

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Dhananjaya de Silva guides Sri Lanka to 221-4 against Pakistan

Dhananjaya de Silva guides Sri Lanka to 221-4 against Pakistan

RAWALIPADI: Former captain Dhananjaya de Silva led a Sri Lanka comeback with a gritty unbeaten 87 as the visitors reached 221-4 at lunch on Day 3 of the first cricket test against Pakistan on Wednesday.

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Niraj Kumar earns Los Angeles Olympic quota with 50m rifle bronze

Niraj Kumar earns Los Angeles Olympic quota with 50m rifle bronze

DOHA: India's Niraj Kumar secured a quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics after clinching bronze in the men's 50m rifle 3-positions event at the ISSF World Championships here on Wednesday.

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Delhi gold loses Rs 800 while silver falls Rs 5,000

Delhi gold loses Rs 800 while silver falls Rs 5,000

NEW DELHI: Gold prices fell for the second straight session, declining Rs 800 to Rs 1.

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India extends micro-credit guarantee plan for five years

India extends micro-credit guarantee plan for five years

"" NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU) for five years up to March 2031, a move that will facilitate loans of Rs 12.

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