NYT: Multinationals Lobbying Against Forced-Labor Bill
A measure that would ban the import of good produced in forced-labor camps in China passed through the House of Representatives in September on a 406-to-3 vote.
12-Year-Old Boy, Tour Guide Lose Limbs In Rare Shark Attack
The youngster and his mother, along with their tour guide, were snorkeling in Ras Mohammed National Park when the incident happened.
How Did A US Man Get Kidnapped in Niger Unnoticed?
A 27-year-old U.S. citizen was nabbed in Niger without anyone noticing, a local authority said.
Sudan, Israel Agree To Normalize Ties
A joint statement with the White House outlines steps toward Sudan's new friendship with Israel.
Kenyan Girls Flee Homes In Fear Of Forced Circumcision
Thousands of young girls are ceremoniously paraded through streets after their genital mutilation ceremony.
American Airlines Plans To Fly 737 Max By End Of Year
Crashes involving two 737 Max jets killed 346 people in late 2018 and early 2019.
Distribution Threatens To Deny Billions Of The Underprivileged Access To COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccines can be particularly fragile, requiring constant sterile refrigeration. Much of the world lacks the capacity for distribution.
European Aviation Regulator Prepares To Approve Boeing’s 737 Max
EASA chief said he was satisfied by 737 Max, but wants software upgrades
A Widening Conflict In Nagorno-Karabakh Raises Risks Of Regional War
The clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan involve a labyrinthine intrigue for regional powers.
EU Appeals Ruling In Apple’s $15 Billion Irish Tax Case
The EU has accused Ireland of providing Apple will illegal tax breaks in violation of EU laws
JPMorgan Chase To Pay Record $1 Billion Fine In ‘Spoofing’ Case
JPMorgan Chase has been embroiled in various criminal cases in recent years
Scientists Pin Down Cause Of Elephant Deaths In Botswana
Scientists concluded that the controversial mass elephant deaths in Botswana were due to cyanobacteria, an organism that thrives in extreme temperatures
Solar Power: Bright Future, But Development Is Uneven
California wildfires present a temporary setback to solar power there, but solar energy has made great strides across the world.
Who Is Lana Marks And Why Is Iran Allegedly Targeting Her?
The U.S. ambassador to South Africa is better known for her luxury handbags carried by celebrities.
The Spying Scandal That Rocked Credit Suisse
The allegations led to the ouster of Credit Suisse’s former CEO Tijdane Thiam
Walmart’s Q2 Crushes Estimates As Online Sales Surge During Pandemic
The company's e-commerce sales increased by 97% during the coronavirus outbreak.
UK Insurer Prudential To Spin Off US Businesses
Prudential plc will now focus on its operations in Asia, Africa
Who Is Stella Immanuel? Doctor Says Demons Responsible For Infertility, Sexual Diseases
Immanuel appeared on a video saying face masks are not necessary to protect against coronavirus and that she's cured hundreds with hydroxychloroquine, despite scientific research to the contrary.
South Africa To Reclose Schools Amid Expected Coronavirus Resurgence
South Africa has reported more than 408,000 positive cases of coronavirus, trailing just the U.S., Brazil, India and Russia in total number of cases.
Global Real Estate Investment Plunged By 33% In First Half Of 2020
The Asia-Pacific region saw the largest drop in investment.