Coveted Churchill Artifacts Go On Sale In New York
A treasure trove of Winston Churchill's possessions including his desk, a holiday painting from a trip to Morocco, and a copy of his first book go on sale in New York on Thursday.
India's Akasa Air Orders 150 Boeing Planes: CEO
India's newest airline, Akasa Air, said Thursday it has ordered 150 Boeing 737 MAX planes as it looks to bolster its fleet and kick off international operations.
Middle East Conflict: Pakistan Launches Retaliatory Strikes In Iran; China Reportedly Offers Mediation
On Day 104 of the raging Gaza war, the conflict has apparently expanded in the Middle East as tensions between Iran and Pakistan escalated in the past two days following a deadly strike in Pakistan by the IRGC.
100 Most Beautiful Women Worldwide 2024: Embracing The Allure of Elegance
We have compiled a list of women worldwide who are admired for their unique qualities and accomplishments.
High Hopes For Japan's 'Moon Sniper' Mission
Japan's "Moon Sniper" spacecraft will attempt a historic touchdown on the lunar surface this weekend using pinpoint technology the country hopes will lead to success where many have failed.
Israel-Hamas Conflict: Israel Says Hamas 'Murdered' 2 Hostages; Iraq's Kurdistan Cancels Iran Meeting
It's Day 103 of the war in Gaza, and regional tensions continue to shoot up amid Red Sea disruptions by Houthis, Hezbollah's threat to Israel's northern front and fears of upheaval following Iran's attacks in Iraq.
Monolingualism Kills Your Economy And Your Brain
Multilingual people experience life differently than monolinguals, offering employers and their respective countries distinct benefits.
OpenAI To Launch Anti-disinformation Tools For 2024 Elections
ChatGPT maker OpenAI has said it will introduce tools to combat disinformation ahead of the dozens of elections this year in countries that are home to half the world's population.
Maldives Tells India To Withdraw Troops By March As Row Deepens
The Maldivian president told India Sunday to withdraw its nearly 100 troops by March 15, a day after returning from China where he signed a raft of deals.
UK Post Office Scandal Left Me On Brink Of Suicide: Victim
Wrongly convicted due to bugs in the UK Post Office's computer system, Seema Misra was sent to prison while two months pregnant.
35 Emerging Travel Destinations For 2024: The Unexplored That Promise Adventure
If you are still wondering where to take your loved ones on that much-awaited vacay, then our list of emerging travel destinations will help you easily decide.
Wars To Cast Pall Over Meeting Of Global VIPs In Davos
The world's political and business elites will convene in Davos next week, with wars in Gaza and Ukraine set to dominate the annual gabfest in the Swiss Alps.
India Flexes Maritime Muscles By Boosting Arabian Sea Force
Dramatic drone footage showing Indian commandos hunting pirates after an attack in the Arabian Sea illustrates New Delhi's "significant" expansion of a muscular maritime force reflecting global ambitions, analysts say.
Airbus Says Record 2,094 Planes Ordered In 2023, 735 Delivered
European planemaker Airbus said Thursday that it secured 2,094 net plane orders last year, a record for the group as airlines prepare for further global passenger growth and seek out more fuel-efficient planes.
India's TCS, Infosys See Revenue Dips On Client Spending Cuts
Indian IT giants TCS and Infosys both signalled weak revenue growth in quarterly results Thursday as a client spending slowdown deepened a seasonally weak time for the sector.
Will The Expanded BRICS Finally Dethrone The Dollar With Help From Crypto?
Now gaining power, the idea of replacing the dollar with an alternative currency that would enable them to settle payments, at least among each other, has been something that BRICS countries have sought for several years.
Bhutan's Tobgay To Become PM For Second Time
Bhutanese voters have elected Tshering Tobgay to become prime minister for a second time after his party won nearly two-thirds of seats, the election commission said in results released Wednesday.
Rising Prices Cap India's Thirst For Russian Oil
Indian purchases of Russian crude in defiance of Western pressure over the Ukraine war have fallen to an 11-month low as the price tag on the discounted oil rises, figures show.
Drakan Spyder By InoKinetic: Redefining Driving With Analog Thrills And Bespoke Performance
InoKinetic, a premium aftermarket products and service company, is at the forefront of delivering this exhilarating experience through its unique range of lightweight, analog cars.
First US Private Lunar Lander Mission Fails
An historic commercial US mission to the Moon will fail after suffering a critical loss of fuel, organizers admitted Tuesday, ending for the time being America's hopes of placing its first spacecraft on the lunar surface since the Apollo era.
Bhutan's Tobgay, Environmental Advocate Facing Economic Headwinds
The man set to become Bhutan's new prime minister is a passionate environmental advocate and sportsman, a veteran politician in a mountain kingdom where parliamentary democracy is still young.
Between China And The US, Trade Takes A Different Route
Are the US and Chinese economies on the verge of decoupling? On the face of it, there can be no doubt the divergence of the US and Chinese economies is underway; in absolute terms, Chinese imports have not fallen particularly sharply, but regarding market share the decline is significant.
Bhutan Votes As Economic Strife Hits 'National Happiness'
The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan began voting Tuesday in general elections with parties vowing to tackle serious economic challenges, calling into question its longstanding policy of prioritising "Gross National Happiness" over growth.
India's Top Court Overrules Early Release Of 11 In Gang Rape Case
India's top court ruled Monday that 11 murderers convicted of a gang rape that drew global outrage, but who were released early, must return to jail.
Bangladesh's Hasina Celebrates 'Absolute Victory' After Polls Without Opposition
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won a fifth term in power with her party taking three-quarters of seats in parliament, election officials said Monday after polls boycotted by the opposition as a "sham".
Vinfast Plans First EV Factory In India
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast said it will build its first electric vehicle factory in India as part of a planned $2 billion investment, as it looks to expand into the rapidly growing market.
Maldives Suspends Ministers After 'Clown' Jibe Against India's Modi
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three deputy ministers on Sunday for making "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government said.
Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh Democracy Icon-turned-iron Lady
Sheikh Hasina once helped rescue Bangladesh from military rule, but her time in power has seen the mass arrest of her political opponents and human rights sanctions against her security forces.
Private Industry Leads America's First Moon Landing Since Apollo
The first American spacecraft to attempt to land on the Moon in more than half a century is poised to blast off early Monday -- but this time, private industry is leading the charge.
Bhutan To Vote As Economic Strife Hits 'National Happiness'
The picturesque Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan holds general elections on Tuesday with serious economic challenges calling into question its longstanding policy of prioritising "Gross National Happiness" over growth.