Ethan Brown, Author at Riverdale Standard

Ethan Brown

India’s Smartphone Shipments Rebound 7-8% After Two-Quarter Slump

After months of sliding sales, India’s smartphone market finally posted a healthy uptick in the June quarter, but analysts warn the recovery may be tempered by rising prices. New Launches Spark a Comeback Shipments rose 7-8% year-on-year to an estimated 37-38 million units in Q2 2025, ending two straight quarters of decline. Industry trackers say the revival was driven by a flurry of model launches across entry-level, midrange, and premium…

Herbal Supplements and Liver Health: When ‘Natural’ Isn’t Always Safe

Millions of Americans turn to herbal supplements like turmeric and green tea, believing they’re harmless because they’re natural. But a recent study from the University of Michigan is sounding alarms — some of these popular botanicals might actually be putting the liver at risk. Millions Unaware of Potential Liver Risks in Everyday Supplements It’s a scene many of us can relate to: browsing the aisles of health stores or scrolling…

Indian Stocks Set for Weak Start as Gift Nifty Slips, Global Cues Stay Mixed

Indian equities may take a step back on Tuesday, with early signals from derivatives trade pointing to a softer open despite upbeat sentiment in parts of Asia. The caution comes after a solid rally in the previous session, as traders weigh global news from a US-China tariff extension to Japan’s record-breaking Nikkei climb. Gift Nifty Points to Modest Pullback Gift Nifty futures were trading near 24,580 early Tuesday, roughly 47…

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Fresh Tariff Blow Hits Surat’s Diamond Export Hub, Industry Faces Uncertain Future

The recent U.S. decision to slap an additional 25% tariff on Indian diamond imports has sent shockwaves through Surat’s diamond industry. With Christmas—a critical sales period—just five months away, manufacturers and exporters are grappling with uncertainty and deep concern over what this means for their business. Tariffs Threaten to Shatter Surat’s Diamond Export Momentum Surat, known as the diamond polishing capital of India, has long enjoyed robust trade ties with…

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A Meteorite Older Than Earth Crashes Into Atlanta Home, Scientists Say

Imagine chilling at home when suddenly a space rock, older than our entire planet, smashes through your roof. That’s exactly what happened in McDonough, a suburb of Atlanta, back in June — and it’s got scientists buzzing about the cosmic time capsule now resting in a local living room. A Cosmic Visitor From 4.56 Billion Years Ago The meteorite, now officially dubbed the McDonough Meteorite by researchers at the University…

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Trump Plans National Guard Deployment to Washington, Vows Swift Removal of Homeless From Capital

U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to send hundreds of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., in a move he says will address homelessness and crime in the capital. The announcement, shared partly through his Truth Social account and confirmed by a senior administration official, has sparked fierce debate in the city — and revived memories of past military deployments in America’s political heart. While the official stressed no final…

Hyderabad Braces for Wet Independence Day Week as Met Forecasts Rain from August 14

The city may get a damp Independence Day celebration, with weather officials warning of fresh spells of rain starting Thursday. Hyderabad, Aug. 11 — After several days of intense cloudbursts, Hyderabad saw a break on Sunday, with heavy thunderstorms limited to the city’s northeastern belt. But the relief may be short-lived. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an “orange alert” for heavy rain late Sunday night into Monday morning…

Georgia CDC Shooting Leaves Officer Dead as Suspect’s Vaccine Claims Stir Political Firestorm

A deadly shooting outside the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta has left one police officer dead and reignited tensions over vaccine politics, after authorities revealed the suspect had blamed a Covid-19 shot for his mental health decline. Gunfire at a Public Health Symbol It was just after 4 p.m. Friday when witnesses say the calm around the CDC’s sprawling headquarters cracked open with the sound of…

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Trump Warns of ‘Secondary Sanctions’ on India Over Russian Oil, Escalates Tariff to 50%

White House briefing turns combative as Trump doubles down on India trade penalties, hints at similar moves against China Just hours after slapping an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports—bringing the total to a steep 50%—U.S. President Donald Trump fired off another warning from the White House podium: secondary sanctions could be next. Asked directly why India was being singled out for buying Russian oil when other countries, including China,…

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Modi Fires Back at Trump’s Oil Tariffs: “India Ready to Pay Heavy Price”

U.S. Slaps 50% Tariff on India Over Russian Oil Ties as PM Defends Farmers, Stokes Nationalist Resolve India isn’t blinking. Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a firm, unambiguous message on Thursday: India won’t bow to American pressure—even if it means paying dearly. His remarks came just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump leveled a punishing 50% tariff on Indian imports, accusing New Delhi of continuing its energy ties with Moscow…