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Forbes Releases “30 Under 30 Asia 2024” List

Forbes Releases “30 Under 30 Asia 2024” List

The ninth edition of Forbes' "30 Under 30 Asia" list, which includes 300 young trailblazers, leaders, and entrepreneurs in the Asia-Pacific area under 30, is now out there.

May 17, 2024 / 03:09 PM IST
AstraZeneca Linked To Another Fatal Blood Clotting Disorder

AstraZeneca Linked To Another Fatal Blood Clotting Disorder

Researchers revealed on Thursday that the Covid-19 vaccine, developed by the massive British-Swedish pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca in partnership with Oxford University, increases the risk of vaccine-induced immune thrombocytopenia and thrombosis (VITT), an uncommon but deadly blood clotting disease.

May 16, 2024 / 02:31 PM IST
Cannes 2024 Starts With Strong Day For Women On Screen

Cannes 2024 Starts With Strong Day For Women On Screen

Wednesday marked a significant day for female representation at the Cannes Film Festival, featuring the premiere of the new Mad Max, a masterclass with Meryl Streep, and the head of France's #MeToo movement.

May 15, 2024 / 03:44 PM IST
US To Increase Tariffs On $18 Billion In Chinese Imports: White House

US To Increase Tariffs On $18 Billion In Chinese Imports: White House

The White House announced on Tuesday that the US is increasing tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports, focusing on important industries like steel, vital minerals, batteries, and electric cars.

May 14, 2024 / 03:38 PM IST
After 193 Years, London’s Male-Garrick Club Opens To Women

After 193 Years, London’s Male-Garrick Club Opens To Women

The historic Garrick Club in London, a private members' club founded in 1831, has chosen to accept women as new members. After 193 years as a men-only establishment, the decision was made.

May 9, 2024 / 02:55 PM IST
North Pakistan Issues ‘Terror Threat’ In Reference To 2024 T20 World Cup: Report

North Pakistan Issues ‘Terror Threat’ In Reference To 2024 T20 World Cup: Report

A concerning revelation from the Caribbean islands suggests that Cricket West Indies has been the target of a "terror threat" concerning the major tournament, which is scheduled to take place little over a month before the United States and the West Indies host the T20 World Cup 2024. Reportedly, the north of Pakistan posed a security danger for the international cricket tournament, which promp...

May 6, 2024 / 11:05 AM IST
Ukraine Introduces AI-Generated Spokesperson For Foreign Ministry

Ukraine Introduces AI-Generated Spokesperson For Foreign Ministry

A virtual artificial intelligence spokesperson has been appointed by the Ukrainian foreign ministry to provide updates on a range of topics, including the current conflict with Russia.

May 2, 2024 / 01:24 PM IST
Can’t Get Out Of Bed: Ex-Australia PM

Can’t Get Out Of Bed: Ex-Australia PM

While addressing a press conference on Friday, Australia's former conservative prime minister, Scott Morrison, revealed that during his tenure in government, he took medication for "debilitating" anxiety.

April 26, 2024 / 03:57 PM IST
After Rain Damages Nigerian Prison, Almost 100 Prisoners Escaped

After Rain Damages Nigerian Prison, Almost 100 Prisoners Escaped

According to a spokesman for the prison service, at least 118 prisoners broke out of the prison after torrential rains on Wednesday night damaged the building in Suleja, close to the capital of Nigeria. Spokesman Adamu Duza said in a statement on Thursday that the several-hour-long downpour destroyed the perimeter wall and adjacent structures of the medium-security jail.

April 26, 2024 / 10:54 AM IST
Israel To Summon Ambassadors Of Nations Voted For Palestine At UN

Israel To Summon Ambassadors Of Nations Voted For Palestine At UN

According to a spokesman for the foreign ministry, Israel would call ambassadors of nations that supported full Palestinian UN membership "for a protest talk" on Sunday.

April 21, 2024 / 01:59 PM IST
Tesla Lowers Car Prices in China by Almost $2,000 Following US Price Cuts

Tesla Lowers Car Prices in China by Almost $2,000 Following US Price Cuts

Tesla is battling declining sales and a growing pricing war for electric vehicles (EVs), especially against cheaper Chinese EVs. As a result, the company has slashed prices across the board by almost $2,000 in China, after price reductions in the US. The official website of Elon Musk's electric vehicle manufacturer revealed on Sunday that the beginning price of the updated Model 3 in China has ...

April 21, 2024 / 01:41 PM IST
Pakistan Seeks Another IMF Bailout Amidst Economic Struggles And Debt Repayments

Pakistan Seeks Another IMF Bailout Amidst Economic Struggles And Debt Repayments

Pakistan has formally approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to seek another bailout package, aiming for a range between USD 6 to USD 8 billion. This request also includes the possibility of integrating climate financing into the assistance package, as reported by media sources. The urgency of this appeal underscores Pakistan's current financial strain, prompting efforts to secure aid...

May 1, 2024 / 10:06 AM IST
India Will Hand Over First Set Of BrahMos Missiles Today

India Will Hand Over First Set Of BrahMos Missiles Today

More than two years after signing a USD 375 million contract to provide the weapon systems to the Southeast Asian nation, India is scheduled to send the first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines on Friday, according to sources familiar with the situation. According to them, the missiles and launchers would probably be transported by an Indian Air Force military transp...

April 20, 2024 / 10:34 AM IST
800 People Evacuated Following Indonesian Volcanic Eruption

800 People Evacuated Following Indonesian Volcanic Eruption

The Ruang volcano in the region has erupted many times, spewing ash and lava clouds into the sky for days, forcing at least 800 people to be evacuated from the province of North Sulawesi in Indonesia, the country's volcanology service said on Wednesday. Almost 100 kilometers (62 miles) from Manado, the province seat, the volcano is situated on Ruang Island.

April 17, 2024 / 11:28 AM IST
Olympic Flame To Be Lit In Ancient Olympia For Paris 2024

Olympic Flame To Be Lit In Ancient Olympia For Paris 2024

In ancient Olympia, the place of the ancient Games, the sacred flame for the Paris 2024 Olympics will be kindled on Tuesday. The torch relay will be an epic journey that will take it from the Acropolis to the South Pacific.

April 16, 2024 / 10:30 AM IST