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Olympic gold medals are not solid gold. They are mostly silver with a thin gold coating. This practice began after 1912. Solid gold medals from that era are now rare collector's items. Modern medals have a melt value of about 2,500 dollars. Their true worth comes from the history they represent.

Both the Sensex and Nifty declined more than 1% as investor sentiment weakened amid growing concerns over the Iran-US conflict, continued foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and a host of other market challenges.

Adani Power’s market value currently stands at nearly Rs 4.85 lakh crore, higher than Infosys, whose market capitalization is around Rs 4.72 lakh crore. Following the latest reshuffle, Adani Power has emerged as India’s 11th most valuable listed company.

In a surprising turn of events, PVR Inox has quashed rumors regarding potential legal action against Vashu Bhagnani's Puja Films, labeling the claims as unfounded and speculative. The multiplex chain reassured that its relationship with the film production house remains amicable and constructive, praising Jackky Bhagnani's professionalism in navigating business transactions. Read on to know more in detail.

DK Shivakumar's 'Brand Bengaluru' vision garnered 70,000 suggestions, with ambitious plans for tunnel roads and skydecks. However, citizens still face potholes and traffic. As he steps into the Chief Minister's office, the focus shifts to whether his deep understanding of Bengaluru's governance challenges will translate into effective execution of transformative projects.

Honest Reveira, a vegetarian restaurant chain, is suing Honesty Foods, a meat delivery company. Honest Reveira claims the similar names and labels cause confusion among its pure vegetarian customers. This confusion allegedly harms its reputation and customer trust. The court has issued a notice to Honesty Foods. A further hearing is scheduled for June 8.

A Colombian woman working in New Zealand shared her surprise at the country's work culture, where employees finish work on time and prioritize personal life. Unlike her home country where long hours were praised, New Zealanders value life outside the office, stopping work at 5 pm without pressure. This healthy work-life balance allows them to remain productive and fulfilled.

Mark Cuban, a former crypto evangelist, has sold most of his Bitcoin, stating it failed as a hedge against global turmoil. He found gold performed better during geopolitical events, questioning Bitcoin's role. Cuban also shared advice on AI use for students, emphasizing critical thinking over reliance.

Indian markets shrugged off rising oil prices due to US-Iran tensions, as tech giants like Nvidia propelled stocks near record highs. Strong corporate earnings, particularly from Science Applications International Corp., also bolstered investor confidence. Despite concerns about market concentration, the tech surge continues to drive Wall Street's optimism.

According to data compiled by Bloomberg, Taiwan’s overall market capitalisation rose to $4.95 trillion as of Monday, while India’s market value declined to $4.92 trillion.

India's top companies saw a significant market valuation surge last week, with Reliance Industries leading the gains. Despite a volatile trading period, the BSE Sensex managed a modest advance. While several giants added billions, others like Bharti Airtel and Hindustan Unilever experienced notable dips. Analysts point to global optimism and domestic buying as drivers for the market's recovery.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's legal battle over their French winery, Chateau Miraval, continues years after their divorce. Jolie sold her shares to a Russian millionaire, sparking a lawsuit from Pitt who claimed a breach of agreement. Recent rulings have seen Pitt gain a larger stake, while the legal fight over the estate persists.

The Philadelphia Eagles are set to trade A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots around June 1, when the dead cap split becomes applicable. Both Albert Breer and Adam Schefter identify New England as the frontrunner, citing Brown's rapport with coach Mike Vrabel from their Tennessee Titans days. The Eagles are targeting a 2027 first-round pick as their primary return, viewing it as more valuable than a 2028 selection given the strength of that draft class. No official deal has been confirmed.

A stabbing in Southampton led to a debate on religious symbols after a Sikh man fatally attacked a teenager, falsely claiming racial abuse. While the attacker was jailed for life, the incident sparked calls to restrict kirpans, prompting government assurances on religious freedom and condemnation of divisive rhetoric. Police actions at the scene are under investigation.