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Image: LegoThe final month of 2023 is here, and with it, one more batch of Lego sets to tempt your wallet (or get stuck under the Christmas tree). From big hits in the Modular Buildings line to Shadow the Hedgehog’s Lego debut, there’s something for everyone, even if there’s not all that many new kits.After November was a—probably much-needed for our wallets—relatively spartan month for Lego releases, with just the Mario Piranha Plant and the late surprise drop of the Avengers Tower for Black Friday, December at least has…

The iQOO brand in India announced a Priority Pass for all iQOO 12 enthusiasts who can’t wait for the official launch on December 12. The limited-time pass will offer an exclusive window to pre-order the device, get free earphones as a gift, and access special launch day offers. The pass costs INR999 (refundable) with a pre-booking for the phone. It can be purchased from Amazon India and iQOO.com between December 5-7. The iQOO 12 can be redeemed 24 hours in advance, and the cost of the pass will be discounted from the…

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Got your weekend plans? We have some ideas along those lines, from fun holiday excursions and shows to a wacky and fun movie theater. And festive hummus! And, as always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines. Meanwhile, if you’d like to have this Weekender lineup delivered to your inbox every Thursday morning for free, just sign up at www.mercurynews.com/newsletters or www.eastbaytimes.com/newsletters. 1 PLAY: Submit to the holi-daze The way we look at it, you…

Google is actively pursuing its plan to delete Gmail accounts inactive for at least two years. In May, the company announced this policy as a preventive measure against security risks. The rationale behind this move is rooted in internal findings revealing that older accounts are more susceptible to issues like phishing, hacking, and spam. Such accounts often rely on recycled passwords and lack up-to-date security measures, such as two-step verification. The impending deletion encompasses the entirety of Google accounts,…

Budget smartphone maker Redmi is all set to launch its Redmi 13C 5G smartphone in India with a focus on the ₹10,000 smartphone segment. The Redmi 13C 5G…

Last Updated: November 23, 2023, 10:03 ISTMumbai: MRVC to Expand Railway Network with Fifth and Sixth Lines, Construction To Start on Dec 1. (Representational Image: AFP/File)MRVC's groundbreaking project kicks off: Fifth and sixth rail lines to boost Mumbai's Western Railway efficiency. Construction begins Dec 1. Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) is gearing up to initiate the construction of the highly anticipated fifth and sixth lines between Borivli and Virar on December 1.The project’s first crucial step…

The OnePlus 12 5G is set to make its debut in China in December, with a potential launch in India expected to follow in February. The teaser poster prominently features the CEO of the company positioned on a…

What if Marvel had a holiday present for us all? Nine straight days of brand new stories set in an alternate reality to the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Well, that’s not a hypothetical. It’s actually happening.The Woman Who Would Be PhotonOn December 22, the long-awaited second season of Marvel’s animated show What If...? returns to Disney+. It’ll be released one episode a day for nine straight days heading into the new year. And while we don’t have an official list of what each story will entail, we do have a trailer that…

Last Updated: July 12, 2023, 12:35 ISTMetro Representative Image (Photo: IANS)Surat is set to become the second city in Gujarat with a Metro rail serviceIndia’s textile and diamond hub Surat is set to become the second city in Gujarat with a Metro rail service. The first metro system of Surat will cover a distance of 41 kilometers, connecting the major commercial hubs of the city. Once completed, the Surat metro system will unquestionably improve the travel experience of daily commuters. Surat Metro will serve as a…