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Meta starts blocking news in Canada
Tech giant responds to new lay requiring it to pay publishers for such content.
Wednesday, 02 Aug 2023 08:20 AM
Fitch downgrades US credit rating after debt limit standoffs
Agency cites, among others, ‘erosion of governance’.
Wednesday, 02 Aug 2023 07:40 AM
Trump charged over efforts to overturn 2020 election
Indictment states that despite having lost, ‘defendant was determine to remain in power’.
Wednesday, 02 Aug 2023 07:00 AM
US manufacturing struggles with 9th month of contraction
Companies are reducing production, headcount.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 11:40 PM
US tightens visa conditions for Hungary on security concerns
Washington is concerned with vulnerabilities in Budapest’s fast-track passport system.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 11:00 PM
Pakistan inflation eases for second month in a row
Govt data shows year-on-year inflation was 28.3% compared with 29.4% in June.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 10:20 PM
UK launches first drone postal deliveries
Royal Mail says use of UAV service expected to improve service levels, delivery times.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 09:40 PM
UK recognises ‘acts of genocide’ against Yazidis by Islamic State
This is in line with its Foreign Ministry’s policy on accepting court determinations.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 09:00 PM
France says to start evacuating citizens from Niger
French foreign ministry offers to evacuate other European nationals.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 08:20 PM
‘Barbenheimer’ memes spark anti-nuclear anger in Japan
Japanese say posts inconsiderate, insensitive.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 07:40 PM
BP profit slumps on falling energy prices
Despite this, company hikes dividend to reflect ‘confidence’, ‘outlook for cash flow’.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 07:00 PM
Witness in Indian wrestling sexual harassment case eyes top job
Anita Sheoran the only female candidate vying for presidency.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 06:20 PM
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi pardoned in 5 cases
Announcement part of amnesty for more than 7,000 prisoners to mark Buddhist Lent.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 05:40 PM
Toyota Q1 net profit soars to ¥1.31 trillion
2.5 million vehicles sold worldwide, 8.4% higher from a year ago.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 05:00 PM
Australia keeps key interest rate on hold
News a relief to mortgage holders.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 04:20 PM
China zoo denies rare sun bear is human in disguise
Footage of animal standing on its hind legs has raised online accusations of a furry imposter.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 03:40 PM
Thousands urged to evacuate in southern Japan ahead of typhoon
More than 500 flights cancelled, regional ferry and bus services suspended.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 03:00 PM
Trump property manager in court over secret docs case
Carlos De Oliveira accused of conspiring to obstruct justice, destroying evidence and making false statements.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 02:20 PM
Asia markets rise, lifted by positive mood
Central banks of Britain and Australia are due to announce rate decisions.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 01:40 PM
Military helicopters deliver aid to Beijing flood victims
Deadly rainstorms wreak havoc in the capital.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 01:00 PM
First test images from Euclid space telescope unveiled
Pictures show device capable of fulfilling massive mission.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 12:20 PM
2 dead in Senegal protests after detention of opposition figure Sonko
Govt urges population to remain calm.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 11:40 AM
US ‘deeply concerned’ as Myanmar junta extends emergency
Extension means delayed elections.
Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023 11:00 AM