Category: World

BEIJING: Nvidia has affirmed its compliance with all legal requirements following a Chinese investigation that found the company breached antitrust regulations. This development represents the latest escalation in the ongoing technological rivalry between Beijing and Washington. “We comply with the law in all respects,“ a Nvidia spokesperson stated in a written communication to AFP. The… Continue reading Nvidia complies with Chinese law after antitrust investigation findings

JERUSALEM: Israel conducted heavy bombardment across Gaza City on Tuesday following US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s public endorsement of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military offensive. Rubio expressed full alignment with Netanyahu during his Monday visit to Jerusalem, assuring Israel of America’s unwavering support for its military operations in the Palestinian territory. Witnesses reported intense… Continue reading Heavy bombing in Gaza City continues after Rubio backs Israel offensive

WASHINGTON: The US Senate narrowly confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board just hours before the central bank’s crucial policy meeting. This confirmation occurred alongside a federal appeals court ruling that allows Fed Governor Lisa Cook to retain her position while challenging her attempted removal by the Trump administration. Both… Continue reading US Senate confirms Trump aide to Fed amid political pressure on rates

DOHA: Arab and Muslim leaders have called for a comprehensive review of ties with Israel during emergency talks held in Doha on Monday. The urgent meeting followed last week’s deadly Israeli strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital that killed six people. The joint session of the Arab League and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation… Continue reading Arab and Muslim leaders call for review of Israel ties after Qatar attack

RIO DE JANEIRO: Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has lost an area equivalent to Spain’s size over the past four decades according to new monitoring data released on Monday. The rainforest is approaching a dangerous tipping point where 20 to 25 percent vegetation loss would cause it to cease sustaining itself as a rainforest according to researcher… Continue reading Brazil’s Amazon rainforest lost Spain-sized area in 40 years

WASHINGTON: The US Senate will vote late Monday on confirming President Donald Trump’s nominee Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board. Miran currently chairs the White House Council of Economic Advisers and would become one of twelve voting members on the interest rate-setting panel. Federal Open Market Committee policymakers begin their crucial two-day meeting on… Continue reading US Senate to vote on Trump Fed nominee Miran amid rate cut pressure

WASHINGTON: South Korea’s trade minister has indicated that the United States government now considers a recent immigration raid on a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia to have been excessive. Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo made these remarks to reporters upon arriving in Washington for bilateral trade negotiations with US counterparts. “The mood is that the US… Continue reading US admits Georgia plant raid on South Koreans was excessive

WASHINGTON: United States forces conducted a second military strike against an alleged Venezuelan drug trafficking vessel, resulting in three fatalities according to President Donald Trump. The operation occurs amid escalating tensions as a significant US naval deployment near Venezuela fuels speculation about potential regime change objectives. Trump publicly announced the strike on social media alongside… Continue reading US strikes second Venezuelan drug boat amid escalating tensions

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has signed an order deploying National Guard troops to Memphis as part of his ongoing national crime crackdown. Critics have labelled the move authoritarian while Trump insists it addresses rising urban crime rates. The president described the task force as a replica of the unit previously sent to Washington in August.… Continue reading Trump deploys National Guard to Memphis in latest crime crackdown

LIMA: Protesting residents have blocked train services to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu by placing logs and rocks on the railway tracks. Peru’s main tourist attraction remains inaccessible after police and PeruRail confirmed the suspension of all train services on Monday. The ancient fortified complex, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, typically… Continue reading Peru residents block trains to Machu Picchu in protest over bus services

BRASÍLIA: Brazilian officials have not yet received visas to attend next week’s United Nations General Assembly in New York amid strained diplomatic relations with Washington. The Brazilian foreign ministry confirmed the visa delays on Monday as trade and political tensions continue between the two nations. Foreign ministry official Marcelo Marotta Viegas stated that the United… Continue reading Brazil awaits US visas for UN assembly amid strained bilateral ties

GENEVA: Earth’s protective ozone layer is healing with the hole expected to disappear completely within decades according to a United Nations report released Tuesday. The UN’s World Meteorological Organization confirmed the ozone hole over Antarctica was smaller in 2024 than in recent years in what it described as welcome scientific news for planetary health. United… Continue reading Ozone layer healing on track for full recovery by mid-century

KYIV: Russian strikes in Ukraine killed two civilians and wounded at least nine others on Tuesday according to Ukrainian officials. Ivan Fedorov, head of Zaporizhzhia’s military administration, reported one death and nine injuries including a child from a Russian attack. Vitaliy Kim, governor of Mykolaiv region, stated Russian troops targeted a farm killing a tractor… Continue reading Russian strikes kill two civilians in Ukraine amid rising tensions

PARIS: The extraction, transportation and burning of fossil fuels severely impact human health from before birth until old age, according to a new comprehensive report. Pollution from oil, coal and gas links to numerous health issues including miscarriages, asthma, cancer, strokes and heart disease. “Fossil fuels are a direct assault on health, harming us at… Continue reading Fossil fuels harm health from cradle to grave, new global report warns

JERUSALEM: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has endorsed Israel’s renewed military offensive in Gaza City and its objective to eliminate Hamas during his visit to Jerusalem. Rubio aligned completely with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s position despite recent criticism from President Donald Trump regarding Israeli airstrikes in Qatar. “The people of Gaza deserve a better… Continue reading US Secretary Rubio backs Israel’s Gaza offensive to eradicate Hamas

WASHINGTON: Lower United States tariffs on Japanese automobiles will take effect on Tuesday following a Commerce Department confirmation on Monday. The reduction implements a recent trade agreement negotiated between Washington and Tokyo, marking a significant shift in trade policy. Japanese vehicles entering the United States will now face a 15% tariff instead of the previous… Continue reading US lowers tariffs on Japanese autos to 15% starting Tuesday

WASHINGTON: Senior White House official Stephen Miller has pledged that the Trump administration will dismantle what he described as a vast domestic terror movement linked to the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Miller made these remarks during an episode of Kirk’s podcast hosted by Vice President JD Vance on Monday. “We are going to… Continue reading White House vows action on left-wing ‘terror’ after Kirk killing

GENEVA: The United Nations Human Rights Council will host an urgent debate on Tuesday regarding Israel’s airstrike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. The council announced on Monday that the debate would proceed after receiving two official requests for discussion. Pakistan submitted one request on behalf of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation member states while Kuwait submitted… Continue reading UN rights council to hold urgent debate on Israel’s Qatar strike

BIZERTE: A flotilla carrying humanitarian aid and pro-Palestinian activists departed Tunisia on Monday aiming to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza. Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg joined the mission to deliver a message of solidarity to Palestinians. “We are also trying to send a message to the people of Gaza that the world has not forgotten… Continue reading Greta Thunberg departs Tunisia on Gaza aid flotilla to break blockade

SINGAPORE: Singapore will enhance ASEAN integration by upgrading trade agreements and implementing cross-border digital frameworks alongside developing the ASEAN Power Grid and green economy standards. Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan confirmed Singapore will also expand ASEAN’s partnership network to ensure key international players have a stake in regional success. “ASEAN remains a cornerstone of our… Continue reading Singapore to boost ASEAN integration and expand global partnerships

MADRID: The United States and China are nearing an agreement regarding the short-video application TikTok according to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent confirmed the progress during the second day of trade discussions in Madrid aimed at resolving ongoing tensions between the two economic superpowers. He emphasised that failure to reach a deal on Chinese… Continue reading US and China near TikTok deal in Madrid trade talks, Bessent says

BANGKOK: Jailed former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been moved to his prison’s medical wing due to his advanced age and chronic health issues. A senior corrections department official confirmed the transfer on Monday following the Supreme Court’s recent ruling that Thaksin must serve his one-year sentence properly. The 76-year-old telecoms magnate remains one… Continue reading Thaksin Shinawatra moved to prison hospital wing due to health issues

GENEVA: Cluster munitions have killed or injured more than 1,200 civilians in Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in 2022. The Cluster Munition Coalition (CMC) revealed these figures in its annual report, describing “troubling setbacks” in global efforts to eradicate the weapons. Ukraine has registered the highest number of recorded annual cluster munition casualties worldwide… Continue reading Cluster bombs kill over 1,200 civilians in Ukraine since 2022 invasion

ANKARA: A Turkish court began hearing a politically charged case on Monday that could remove the leadership of the country’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP). The case alleges vote buying during the party’s November 2023 congress that replaced longtime chairman Kemal Kilicdaroglu with current leader Ozgur Ozel. Massive crowds gathered in Ankara’s Tandogan Square… Continue reading Turkey court case threatens opposition leadership over vote buying claims

PORT MORESBY: Australia and Papua New Guinea will sign a landmark defence agreement this week that could allow Papua New Guineans to serve in the Australian military. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles described the upcoming pact as historic during an interview with national broadcaster ABC. The agreement will be formalised by Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese… Continue reading Australia and Papua New Guinea to sign historic defence pact

MOSCOW: The Russian embassy in Romania has described a recent drone incursion into Romanian airspace as a deliberate provocation by Ukraine. Ambassador Vladimir Lipayev made these remarks after being summoned by Romania’s foreign ministry over the incident. He dismissed Romania’s accusation that Russia was responsible for the intrusion as completely unfounded. An embassy statement issued… Continue reading Russia calls Romanian drone incursion a Kyiv provocation

JERUSALEM: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to examine the aftermath of an Israeli strike in Qatar and its effects on Gaza truce efforts. Rubio scheduled this solidarity visit one week before a French-led United Nations summit to recognise a Palestinian state, a prospect strongly opposed by Netanyahu’s right-wing… Continue reading Rubio meets Netanyahu to discuss Qatar strike impact on Gaza truce

HARARE: Sex workers in Zimbabwe are facing increased health risks following the abrupt withdrawal of United States foreign health aid earlier this year. President Donald Trump’s decision to cut funding has severely impacted clinics that previously provided free condoms, antiretrovirals and basic healthcare services. Sharon Mukakanhanga, a 43-year-old sex worker, revealed she has resorted to… Continue reading US aid cuts force Zimbabwe sex workers to use unsafe alternatives

MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos stated he fully supports public demonstrations against a corruption scandal involving fraudulent flood control projects. Marcos expressed understanding for citizens showing outrage and demanding justice during a Monday press briefing where he appointed a former Supreme Court justice to lead an investigation. The infrastructure scandal has triggered protests across Manila,… Continue reading Philippines president Marcos says corruption protest anger is justified

LONDON: A British aristocrat and her convicted rapist partner face imprisonment for the manslaughter of their newborn daughter who died during their off-grid existence in freezing conditions. Constance Marten, 38, and Mark Gordon, 51, were apprehended following a seven-week police search in early 2023 during which they resided in a tent. The couple were found… Continue reading UK aristocrat and partner face jail over newborn daughter’s death

KATHMANDU: University student Aditya Rawal was outside Nepal’s parliament with hundreds of other anti-corruption protesters when gunfire crackled and 14 people slumped down in front of him. One was his university friend, and as he dashed forward to help — with his hands up — bullets smashed into him too. “I heard somewhere that if… Continue reading ‘No regrets’: wounded Nepali protesters proud at change

SYDNEY: A defence deal to be signed this week could see Papua New Guineans serve in the Australian military, Canberra said on Monday, the pact seen as an attempt to counter Beijing’s rising Pacific influence. The fresh defence agreement will be signed by Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese and James Marape on Wednesday in Port Moresby,… Continue reading Australia, Papua New Guinea to sign ‘historic’ defence deal

NEW DELHI: Indian security forces killed a top Maoist commander and two other rebels in a gun battle on Monday, officials said, as the government intensifies efforts to crush the decades-long conflict. India is waging an all-out offensive against the last remaining traces of the Naxalite rebellion, named after the village in the foothills of… Continue reading Indian forces gun down top Maoist rebel, two others

NEW DELHI: Gold demand in India this festive season is expected to be weaker than last year, as record-high prices are likely to curb jewellery purchases, outweighing modest gains in investment demand. Weaker demand in the world’s second-largest gold consumer could limit a rally in global prices, which hit a record high last week. But… Continue reading Soaring bullion prices threaten to dull India’s festive gold sparkle

KOTA KINABALU: Seorang maut, manakala enam masih hilang dalam kejadian tanah runtuh di Kampung Cenderakasih di sini pagi ini. Jurucakap Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia negeri Sabah ketika dihubungi memberitahu keseluruhan sebanyak 11 mangsa terlibat dalam kejadian itu, empat daripadanya berjaya menyelamatkan diri. Beliau berkata pihaknya menerima panggilan mengenai kejadian itu daripada orang ramai pada… Continue reading Seorang maut, enam hilang dalam kejadian tanah runtuh di Kampung Cenderakasih

LOS ANGELES: Emergency room saga “The Pitt” was toasted as the year’s best television drama, and show-business satire “The Studio” was crowned best comedy, as Hollywood stars handed out trophies at the annual Emmy Awards on Sunday. HBO series “The Pitt” was the upset winner over “Severance,“ a surreal commentary on corporate power that went… Continue reading Hollywood celebrates ‘The Pitt’ and ‘The Studio’ at TV’s Emmy Awards

‘Adolescence,’ ‘The Studio’ dominate television’s Emmy Awards LOS ANGELES: Searing teen murder saga “Adolescence” was the big winner at Sunday’s Emmy Awards, claiming eight prizes including best limited series, while “The Pitt” prevailed in a tight race for best drama at television’s equivalent of the Oscars. Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire “The Studio” dominated the comedy… Continue reading ‘Adolescence,’ ‘The Studio’ dominate television’s Emmy Awards

LOS ANGELES: Television’s best and brightest gathered in Los Angeles on Sunday for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, the industry’s premier awards gala. Here is a look at some of the more notable moments from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles: Think of the children Host Nate Bargatze thought he had found a way to… Continue reading Key Emmys moments: Children, Colbert, women and politics

LOS ANGELES: Television’s biggest stars hit the red carpet Sunday under a bright September sun for the Emmys, the first of many awards shows that will offer style trends on the road to the Oscars. Jenna Ortega, the star of Netflix’s Addams family revamp “Wednesday,“ turned heads in her striking Givenchy black skirt — and… Continue reading Television stars shine bright on Emmys red carpet