International
- Feb- 2024 -28 February
Daraz Group, the e-commerce platform owned by Alibaba announces layoffs
Daraz Group, the e-commerce platform owned by Alibaba, has declared layoffs across its operations in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka,…
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Japan’s part-time worker ‘terrorism’ sparks outrage with social media stunts
In Japan, there’s a burgeoning issue in the realm of part-time employment, and it’s been dubbed “baito tero.” This term,…
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Country announces 6-month ban on gasoline exports
Moscow: Russia announced a 6-month ban on gasoline exports. The ban on exports will begin from March 1. Deputy Prime…
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DNA analysis of a dying old man, done after his death, confirms that he was Japan’s most wanted fugitive
Japanese police revealed on Tuesday (Feb 27) that DNA analysis conducted after the death of an elderly man confirmed his…
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Indian civilians arrive in Maldives to replace military personnel
Ahead of the upcoming third core-level meeting between senior officials from India and Maldives, a group of Indian civilians has…
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Japanese women joins the ‘naked festival’ at a shrine in central Japan
In a historic development, Japanese women have, for the first time in nearly 1,250 years, joined the “naked festival” held…
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European shoppers remain cautious about their spending habits amid uncertainty in the region’s economic recovery
In the core of Central Europe, despite a minor dip in inflation rates, shoppers continue to exhibit hesitancy and prudence…
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Ronna McDaniel announces that she will step down as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee
On Monday, February 26, Ronna McDaniel declared her intention to step down from her position as chairwoman of the Republican…
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Here’s how ‘Princess’ Ivanka trumped stepmother Melania for influence in White House
The tenure of Donald Trump in the White House was characterized by internal power struggles, not only among administration members…
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Attack on a mosque in eastern Burkina Faso claims the lives of dozens of Muslims
An assault on a mosque in eastern Burkina Faso on Monday (February 26) resulted in the deaths of numerous Muslims,…
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Chipmaker Broadcom is on the brink of finalising a $3.8 billion agreement to offload its EUC business
Chipmaker Broadcom is on the verge of finalizing a $3.8 billion deal to sell its end-user computing (EUC) business to…
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World’s leading energy trading houses grapple with the dilemma of managing cash reserves
As the premier energy trading firms prepare for their annual industry gathering in London this week, they are confronted with…
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Palestinian PM Mohammad Shtayyeh submits his government’s resignation to President Mahmud Abbas
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh announced on Monday (February 26) that he had presented his government’s resignation to President Mahmud…
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Hungary’s parliament ratifies Sweden’s bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
On Monday, February 26, Hungary’s parliament officially endorsed Sweden’s request to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). This parliamentary…
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Japanese govt to spend $660 million rebuilding areas ravaged by New Year’s Day earthquake
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Saturday (Feb 24) that his administration plans to allocate an additional $660 million…
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Study: Whales are struggling to communicate due to human noise pollution
Humpback whales have developed a distinct method of communication within their species, but the cacophony of human-generated noises is disrupting…
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Eiffel Tower set to be reopened for visitors following a six-day closure due to strikes
The renowned Parisian landmark, the Eiffel Tower, is poised to reopen its doors to visitors on Sunday (Feb 25) following…
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Earth is increasingly absorbing more solar radiation, reveals NASA
Climate change is no longer a future prospect; it has become a present reality, with its effects becoming increasingly evident…
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Neglected oil and gas pipelines deteriorating in the North Sea poses a potential hazard, warns scientists
Scientists caution that neglected oil and gas pipelines deteriorating in the North Sea pose a potential threat due to the…
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Astronomers identify two new moons revolving around Neptune and one encircling Uranus
Astronomers have identified two fresh moons revolving around Neptune and one circling Uranus, expanding the known count of satellites to…
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Researchers find microplastics in every human placenta
A recent investigation carried out by the University of New Mexico Health Sciences has brought to light a troubling revelation:…
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Former Google employee alleges that he was denied promotion at the company for ‘being a white man’
A former employee of the tech giant Google has alleged that he was denied a promotion at the company on…
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South Carolina man found guilty of the murder of a transgender woman
In an unprecedented federal trial, Daqua Lameek Ritter, a resident of South Carolina, has been convicted of the murder of…
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Scientists successfully detected the pull of gravity on a microscopic scale
Researchers have achieved the remarkable feat of detecting gravitational forces at the microscopic level, laying the groundwork for further investigations…
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Ace India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin surpasses Anil Kumble on elite list with dual strike in second innings
Ace Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin continues to etch his name in the annals of cricketing history with remarkable records. In…
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Expert explains why chronic neck pain should not be ignored
Persistent neck pain, which refers to continual discomfort persisting for over three months, can have a significant impact on daily…
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Check out the complete list of winners of SAG Awards 2024
Following a historic year marked by the SAG-AFTRA strike that brought Hollywood productions to a standstill for months, the Screen…
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Indian youth dies in Ukrainian drone strike
23-year-old Indian killed in Ukraine drone attack, two days after India acknowledges Indian support jobs in Russian army. The Ministry…
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Scientists find a new fossil which is said to belong to a 16ft long aquatic reptile that existed in the Triassic period
In the most recent breakthrough, researchers have unearthed a novel and exceptionally well-preserved fossil purportedly belonging to an aquatic reptile…
Read More » - 24 February
Renowned K-pop producer Lee Ho-yang is dead
Renowned K-pop producer Lee Ho-yang, known professionally as “Shinsadong Tiger,” has passed away, South Korean authorities confirmed. The 41-year-old composer…
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US: spaceship Odysseus might have tipped over on the surface of the Earth’s natural satellite
Odysseus, a spacecraft that secured its place in the annals of history as the first American US spaceship to touch…
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China reports at least 15 deaths and 44 injuries resulting from a fire that ravaged a residential building
Authorities in the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing have reported a tragic incident involving a fire that engulfed a residential…
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Massive 500kg German World War Two bomb discovered in a garden in Plymouth
A massive German World War Two bomb, weighing 500kg (1,102lb), was discovered in a garden on St Michael Avenue, prompting…
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US former president Donald Trump says that he supports IVF treatment
On Friday (Feb 23), former President Donald Trump of the United States voiced his support for In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)…
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Passengers onboard the Air Mauritius flight MK749 suffer respiratory issues because of malfunctioning AC systems
In another aviation incident, numerous infants and a 78-year-old man encountered respiratory problems aboard Air Mauritius flight MK749, which originated…
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