Bahrain In Talks For Cloud Computing, FDI Deals
Bahrain is in advanced talks for investment deals with cloud computing companies from the United States, China and the United Arab Emirates, an Economic Development Board executive said, as the country seeks to diversify its oil-based economy.
John McAfee's Corpse Still In Spanish Morgue A Year After His Death
The body of software entrepreneur John McAfee remains in a Spanish morgue a year after his death as a legal case lodged by his family to demand further checks is yet to be resolved, authorities and his lawyer said.
Trump Allies Sought Pardons After Supporting His Attempts To Overturn Election
At least five congressional Republican allies of Donald Trump sought White House pardons after supporting his attempts to overturn his 2020 election defeat, witnesses on Thursday told the U.S.
U.S. Congress Jan. 6 Panel Shines Light On Trump Pressuring Justice Dept
Donald Trump pressured top Justice Department officials nearly daily in the run-up to the Jan.
U.S. Raids Home Of Trump-era Justice Dept Official Ahead Of Capitol Riot Hearing
U.S. law enforcement raided the home of a Donald Trump-era Justice Department official ahead of a Thursday hearing into the role that he played in the former president's efforts to overturn his 2020 election defeat.
Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Hearing To Focus On Trump Pressure On Justice Dept
Donald Trump's failed efforts to pressure Justice Department officials to overturn his 2020 election defeat will be the topic of Thursday's U.S.
Trump Pressure On U.S. Justice Department To Be Focus Of Jan. 6 Hearing
Donald Trump's failed efforts to pressure Justice Department officials to overturn his 2020 election defeat will be the topic of Thursday's U.S.
Fears Of Waterborne Disease Rise In Bangladesh As Floods Recede
Authorities in Bangladesh are bracing for the spread of waterborne diseases and racing to get drinking water to people stranded in their homes by flooding across a quarter of the country, an official said on Thursday.
Health Concerns Emerge In Bangladesh As Flood Waters Recede
Authorities in Bangladesh are bracing for the spread of water-borne diseases and racing to get drinking water to people stranded in their homes by flooding across a quarter of the country, an official said on Thursday.
Norway Central Bank Makes Largest Rate Hike In Two Decades
Norway's central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points on Thursday, its largest single hike since 2002 and did not rule out making further increases of this size as the country seeks to control inflation.
Norway Central Bank Makes Largest Rate Hike In 20 Years
Norway's central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points on Thursday, its largest single hike since 2002 and twice as much as expected by most economists, and plans to hike again in August as the country seeks to control inflation.
Factbox: Australia's Inquiry Into Sexual Harassment In Mining
An Australian state government inquiry into abuse in the mineral-rich west has found the mining industry perpetuated a culture that led to women being subject to frequent sexual harassment and sexual assault.
A Dozen EU Countries Affected By Russian Gas Cuts, EU Climate Chief Says
A dozen European Union countries have now been affected by cuts to gas supply from Russia, EU climate policy chief Frans Timmermans said on Thursday, as the bloc faces a deepening energy standoff with Moscow.
European Stocks Skid On Gloomy Business Activity Data, German Energy Troubles
European shares hit more than one-year lows on Thursday as slowing euro zone business activity heightened growth worries, while German shares dropped 1.8% after the country triggered the "alarm stage" of its emergency gas plan.
European Stocks Skid On Gloomy Business Activity Data, Commodity Weakness
European shares dropped on Thursday after a survey showed euro zone business activity slowed significantly in June, adding to fears of a sharp economic downturn, while sliding oil and metal prices hit commodity-linked stocks.
New Research Reveals U.S. Gas Pipeline Leaks Have Not Improved
Over 2,600 hazardous gas pipeline leaks in the United States caused more than $4 billion in damages and emergency services, killed 122 people, and released 26.6 billion cubic feet of fuel as methane or carbon dioxide, according to a report released on Thursday.
WHO Eyes Decision On Monkeypox 'Emergency', Africa Says It's Long Overdue
The World Health Organization will decide on Thursday whether to declare monkeypox a global health emergency, stirring criticism from leading African scientists who say it has been a crisis in their region for years.
Monkeypox 'Emergency' Decision Due From WHO Sparks African Criticism
The World Health Organization (WHO) will decide on Thursday whether to declare monkeypox a global health emergency, stirring criticism from leading African scientists who say it has been a crisis in their region for years.
Indonesia Central Bank Stays On Hold, Monitoring Inflation Risks
Indonesia's central bank left interest rates at a record low on Thursday, saying it was monitoring risks from rising inflation while downplaying recent pressure on the rupiah currency.
Russia And China Eye NATO's 'Arctic Achilles Heel'
Russia and China eye NATO's 'Arctic Achilles heel'
India Aims To Keep FY2023 Fiscal Deficit At Last Year's Level - Sources
India's government will not be able to cut its budget deficit this fiscal year as previously projected, officials said, but will seek to cap the shortfall at last year's level to prevent a major deterioration in public finances.
Exclusive: India Aims To Keep FY2023 Fiscal Deficit At Last Year's Level - Sources
India's government won't be able to cut its budget deficit in the current fiscal year as previously projected, officials said, but will seek to cap the shortfall at last year's level to prevent a major deterioration in public finances.
Germany Triggers Gas Alarm Stage, Accuses Russia Of 'Economic Attack'
Germany triggered the "alarm stage" of its emergency gas plan on Thursday in response to falling Russian supplies but stopped short of allowing utilities to pass on soaring energy costs to customers in Europe's largest economy.
Germany Triggers Alarm Stage Of Emergency Gas Plan As Russian Flows Drop
Germany triggered the "alarm stage" of its emergency gas plan on Thursday in response to a drop in Russian supplies but stopped short of allowing utilities to pass on soaring energy costs to customers in Europe's largest economy.
Germany To Enter Phase 2 Of Emergency Gas Plan, Source Says
Germany will enter Phase 2 of its three-stage emergency gas plan on Thursday but a clause that would allow utilities to pass on soaring energy costs to customers will not be triggered yet, sources familiar with the matter said.
Record Numbers Of Chinese Graduates Enter Worst Job Market In Decades
Jenny Bai was among 10 high-performing computer science students from different Chinese universities selected by a Beijing-based internet firm for a job upon graduation, following four rounds of arduous interviews.
Analysis: Record Numbers Of Chinese Graduates Enter Worst Job Market In Decades
Jenny Bai was among 10 high-performing computer science students from different Chinese universities selected by a Beijing-based internet firm for a job upon graduation, following four rounds of arduous interviews.
Court Challenge Tests Authority Of Islamic Religious Law In Nigeria
A Nigerian court on Thursday reserved judgment on a challenge against sharia law in the mostly Muslim northern state of Kano in a case that will test the authority of Islamic religious law in Africa's most populous country.
Court Challenge Puts Spotlight On Sharia Law In Nigeria
A Nigerian court on Thursday will hear a challenge against sharia law in the mostly Muslim northern state of Kano, in a case that is set to reignite debate on the place of religious laws in a country whose constitution is neutral on religion.
EU Grants Ukraine Candidate Status, 'Beginning A Long Journey Together'
European Union leaders on Thursday granted Ukraine the coveted status of official candidate to join their 27-nation club, a bold geopolitical step hailed by Kyiv and the EU itself as a "historic moment".