Tragedy strikes in Paris suburb as authorities launch homicide probe
French prosecutors have initiated a homicide investigation following the grim discovery of five bodies in the town of Meaux, located...
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Christmas celebrations spark cultural concerns across China
In the midst of glittering Christmas displays in major Chinese cities, including Shanghai and Chongqing, concerns about foreign influences have...
Australia unchanged for 2nd Test, Pakistan drop veteran Ahmed
A In the lead-up to the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia has opted for continuity by...
World celebrates Christmas in shadow of war
In a global display of festive spirit, people adorned Santa caps across diverse landscapes, from beaches to ski slopes, yet...
New York Mets hit with record luxury tax of nearly $101 million for season of fourth-place finish
The New York Mets face an unprecedented luxury tax bill of almost $101 million following their fourth-place finish in the...
Trump’s lawyers ask appeals court to rule on immunity in late-night filing
In a late-night filing, former President Donald Trump's legal team has appealed to a federal appeals court, seeking immunity in...
Migrants cross U.S. border in record numbers, undeterred by Texas’ razor wire, Biden’s policies
A record number of migrants have crossed the U.S. border, undeterred by Texas' razor wire barriers and the Biden administration's...
Sombre Christmas Eve in Bethlehem as Gaza war rages
Bethlehem, the historic birthplace of Jesus Christ, experienced a somber Christmas Eve amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The customary...
Ukrainians shift Christmas celebration to December 25 in defiance of Moscow
In a bold move reflecting Ukraine's quest for independence, Ukrainian Orthodox Christians gathered for Christmas services on Sunday, marking a...
Indians detained in France over trafficking allegations set to depart on Monday
French authorities have indicated that the majority of approximately 300 Indians detained near Paris over trafficking suspicions could be released...
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe acquires minority stake in Manchester United, plans $300m investment
Manchester United, a renowned Premier League club, has confirmed the sale of a minority stake to British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe,...
Idaho prosecutors seek summer 2024 trial for college murder suspect Bryan Kohberger
The Latah County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has requested a trial date for murder suspect Bryan Kohberger, accused of killing four...
Divided Congress faces urgent global challenges as Ukraine aid hangs in balance
In a late-night session as the Senate concluded its work for the year, Senator Michael Bennet passionately appealed for increased...
Opposition leader in serbia maintains hunger strike amid electoral fraud cClaims
Serbian opposition leader Marinika Tepic, visibly weakened but resolute, persists in her hunger strike within the parliament building, protesting alleged...
13 dead, 38 injured in explosion at nickel plant in Indonesia
A devastating explosion rocked a Chinese-funded nickel-processing plant in eastern Indonesia on Sunday, claiming the lives of at least 13...
War dampens Christmas spirit in southern Lebanon
Despite ongoing clashes between Hezbollah and Israel that have led to residents fleeing, the Lebanese Christian border village of Qlayaa...
UN Security Council raises concern over escalating violence in Sudan
The UN Security Council has expressed deep "alarm" regarding the escalating violence in war-torn Sudan. This concern comes on the...
US faces diplomatic scrutiny as global image deteriorates amidst Israeli-Hamas conflict policy
In the nearly three years since President Joe Biden assumed office, the global perception of the United States has come...
DEC allocates nearly $1m for urban forestry grant awards
Commissioner Basil Seggos of the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) unveiled a substantial investment today, with grant awards totaling $978,820...
US implements new sanctions targeting banks supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine
In a significant move on Friday, the United States announced its intention to impose sanctions on foreign banks aiding Russia...
China unveils stricter gaming regulations, triggering tech stock sell-off
China has revealed a fresh set of regulations aimed at curtailing the time and money spent on online gaming, leading...
Etsy faces baseless child trafficking allegations amidst resurgence of conspiracy theories
In the latest wave of unfounded conspiracy theories, Etsy, the popular online marketplace for handmade goods, has become the target...
New York City parks reflects on one year of achievements in collaboration, conservation, community development
As the year draws to a close, NYC Parks has taken stock of a successful year dedicated to enhancing public...
Mayor’s office takes bold steps to combat domestic, gender-based violence in NYC
In an effort to comprehensively address the pervasive issue of domestic and gender-based violence, the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic...
NYC Health + Hospitals achieves milestones in 2023
NYC Health + Hospitals has concluded a remarkable year, unveiling a myriad of achievements that underscore its commitment to providing...
SBS Commissioner Kevin D. Kim highlights achievements in economic development for NYC entrepreneurs, workers, neighborhoods
In a notable gathering at City Hall today, NYC Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Kevin D. Kim, accompanied by Mayor...
Mayor’s office of Immigrant Affairs marks milestones in support of New York’s immigrant communities
Commissioner Manuel Castro of the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) has unveiled a series of significant accomplishments and initiatives...
New York City Department of Youth, Community Development celebrates pivotal year of achievement
In a triumphant conclusion to Fiscal Year 2023, the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) has...
U.S. urges collaboration with Baghdad to quell attacks on forces
During a visit to Baghdad on Wednesday, US Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland declared the United States' intent to...
Asian markets react to wall street losses amidst fed rate cut expectations
Asian markets turned negative on Thursday, reflecting a pause among investors following an extended rally fueled by expectations of a...
Japanese officials launch on-site inspection at Daihatsu following safety test rigging revelations
In response to recent findings of safety test rigging, Japanese authorities have commenced an on-site inspection at the headquarters of...
Minnesota unveils redesigned state flag addressing concerns of racial sensitivity
The state of Minnesota has introduced a revamped flag, discarding the previous design criticized for its perceived racial insensitivity. The...
Trump denies reading ‘Mein Kampf’ amidst criticism for inflammatory remarks
Former US President Donald Trump, facing scrutiny for his controversial stance on immigration drawing parallels to Nazi ideology, asserts that...
Illegal mining, smuggling threaten Ghana’s cocoa industry
Ghana, the world's second-largest cocoa producer, has grapplled with a dual threat to its cocoa industry—illegal mining and smuggling. This...
Markets surge to new highs amid speculation of multiple rate cuts in 2024
Equity markets witnessed a robust rally on Wednesday, extending Wall Street's record-breaking streak as traders bet on the US Federal...
UK records lowest inflation in over two years as prices dip
Official data released on Wednesday revealed that British inflation has plummeted to its lowest level in over two years, standing...
Colorado Supreme Court blocks Trump from presidential primary ballot, sparking legal, political controversy
Colorado's supreme court has ruled that Donald Trump is ineligible for the US presidency due to his involvement in the...
Toyota subsidiary to halt all shipments over rigged safety tests
Daihatsu, a subsidiary of automotive giant Toyota, announced on Wednesday the suspension of all car shipments, both domestically and internationally,...
Stocks surge despite fed’s efforts to temper rate cut expectations
Equities experienced widespread gains on Tuesday, shrugging off attempts by Federal Reserve officials to quell expectations of multiple interest rate...
Stocks surge despite fed’s efforts to temper rate cut expectations
Equities experienced widespread gains on Tuesday, shrugging off attempts by Federal Reserve officials to quell expectations of multiple interest rate...
Zelensky faces press with Western aid, front line wavering
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has faced a pivotal moment as he addresses journalists in an end-of-year press conference on Tuesday,...
Texas Governor Abbott signs controversial SB4 into law, empowering state to target, deport migrants
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law Senate Bill 4 (SB4), marking one of the most stringent state immigration...
Google to pay $700 mn to US consumers, states in antitrust settlement
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has reached a $700 million settlement in an antitrust case, the details of which...
US jury orders Monsanto to pay $857m over chemicals in school
A jury in the United States has mandated chemical company Monsanto, now under the ownership of German pharmaceutical firm Bayer,...
Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin headed back into space after accident
Blue Origin, the space exploration company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos has planned to make a comeback to space with...
Security incident near Biden’s motorcade raises concerns
A security scare unfolded near President Joe Biden as a car collided with a Secret Service vehicle within his motorcade...
Vietnam property developer faces trial over $12.5 bn bond fraud
Truong My Lan, the chairwoman of Van Thinh Phat, a major Vietnamese property developer, is set to face trial over...
Global markets retreat as initial fed rate-cut optimism wanes
Global equity markets experienced a downturn on Monday, retracing some gains from the previous week's rally. This shift comes as...
Putin warns of ‘problems’ with Finland after NATO membership
Russian President Vladimir Putin has voiced apprehensions following Finland's recent NATO membership, signaling potential challenges in bilateral relations. In a...
Australian spin king Lyon joins elite club with 500th Test wicket
Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon secured his 500th Test wicket on Sunday, dismissing Pakistan's Faheem Ashraf and joining an illustrious group...
Barcelona stumbles in La Liga title race with a 1-1 draw against Valencia
In a crucial La Liga clash, Barcelona, the reigning champions, faced a setback as they secured only a 1-1 draw...
Tragedy Strikes as wall collapse claims lives at Tunisia’s UNESCO World Heritage site
Three lives were lost as a segment of the ancient walls enveloping the Old City of Kairouan crumbled during repair...
UK, Italy leaders unite to address migration, strike deal with Tunisia
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni joined forces in Rome on Saturday, expressing a shared commitment...
Arizona governor sends National Guard to border area
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has taken decisive action by deploying National Guard soldiers to address escalating migration challenges along the...
Ex-Trump lawyer Giuliani ordered to pay $148 mn for defaming poll workers
A federal jury has ordered Rudy Giuliani, former lawyer to Donald Trump, to pay a staggering $148 million in damages...
Free speech debate intensifies at Columbia University amid anti-semitism claims
New York's Columbia University has grappled with heightened tensions and debates surrounding freedom of speech following the Israel-Hamas war. In...
Shipping giants suspend Red Sea traffic amid Yemen rebel attacks
In a significant development impacting global commerce, leading shipping companies Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd announced on Friday the suspension of Red...
Canada print media to secures two-thirds of Google’s payment to news outlets
Canada's print media is set to receive nearly two-thirds of the annual Can$100 million (US$75 million) payment pledged by Google...
Ja Morant discloses challenging suspension period, gears up for NBA return
Two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant reflects on the trying 25-game ban that kept him away from the court, expressing gratitude...
EU leaders vow to overcome Orban block on Ukraine aid
EU leaders faced a setback as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban blocked a crucial 50-billion-euro aid package for Ukraine. Despite...
