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...
Your Need a Community to Succeed.
Dear Destiny Friends, We all know the saying, failure has no friend or relative, but success has many friends...
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...
Global coal consumption peaks in 2023 amid earth’s record heat
In a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), it was disclosed that global coal consumption has surged to...
Controversial solar makeover sparks debate over King’s College Chapel
In a bold move that has ignited both excitement and controversy, the installation of nearly 500 solar panels on the...
Japanese cabinet in turmoil as ministers resign amidst kickbacks scandal
Four Japanese ministers, including Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno and Economy and Industry Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura, have submitted their resignations...
Japanese cabinet in turmoil as ministers resign amidst kickbacks scandal
Four Japanese ministers, including Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno and Economy and Industry Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura, have submitted their resignations...
Veteran rights activist appeals conviction in Russian court amidst crackdown on dissent
In a Russian court session on Thursday, Oleg Orlov, a distinguished human rights advocate and co-chair of the Nobel Prize-winning...
Veteran rights activist appeals conviction in Russian court amidst crackdown on dissent
In a Russian court session on Thursday, Oleg Orlov, a distinguished human rights advocate and co-chair of the Nobel Prize-winning...
Kosovo court upholds conviction of rebel commander, reduces jail time
The special Kosovo court in The Hague dismissed the appeal of Salih Mustafa, a former Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) commander,...
EU court rejects brussels’ appeal in Amazon tax case
The top EU court dismissed Brussels' appeal on Thursday against a prior ruling that thwarted its attempts to compel Luxembourg...
Putin asserts confidence in Ukraine offensive amidst western challenges
In a marathon press conference held a week after announcing his prolonged stay in the Kremlin until at least 2030,...
Global markets tread cautiously prior to crucial Federal Reserve rate decision
In the lead-up to the Federal Reserve's final monetary policy decision of the year, global equities demonstrated mixed movements, influenced...
Global markets tread cautiously prior to crucial Federal Reserve rate decision
In the lead-up to the Federal Reserve's final monetary policy decision of the year, global equities demonstrated mixed movements, influenced...
Arab, Foreign nations explore collaborations with Iraq development fund
Muhammad Al-Najjar, CEO of the Iraq Development Fund, disclosed on Monday ongoing negotiations with various Arab and foreign nations eager...
WHO requests additional data from China regarding surge in respiratory illness
The World Health Organization (WHO) has formally urged China to provide more comprehensive data on a rising respiratory illness in...
Winter rains worsen plight of displaced Gazans
In Gaza, winter rains exacerbate the hardships of Palestinians who have been displaced by the recent conflict, forcing many into...
Armenia, Azerbaijan undertake historic prisoner exchange, aiming for regional peace
Armenia and Azerbaijan engaged in a rare swap of prisoners of war on Wednesday, marking a pivotal step towards normalizing...
Macron’s govt defiant after immigration bill rejection
France's government insisted Tuesday it would implement tough measures against illegal migrants as it battled a political crisis following the...
Campaigners ‘losing trust in COP’, says leading activist
Environmental campaigners are losing faith in the UN-led COP climate process after signs that a phase-out of fossil fuels may...
Poland’s Tusk calls for ‘stronger’ EU, Ukraine support
Donald Tusk on Tuesday urged firm support for war-torn Ukraine and called for a stronger EU, as the Polish premier-designate...
Sri Lanka revokes sacking of cricket board
Sri Lanka's sports minister on Tuesday revoked the sacking of the country's cricket board over allegations of corruption, in an...
UK PM Sunak faces leadership test over Rwanda plan
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday sought to avoid a humiliating defeat for his latest plans to send migrants...
Ancient Roman home with ‘unparalleled’ mosaic found in Italy
Italian archaeologists have uncovered a luxurious Roman home near the Colosseum, boasting an "unparalleled" mosaic featuring shells, marble and precious...
Yemen’s Huthi rebels claim attack on Norway-flagged tanker
Yemen's Huthi rebels claimed responsibility on Tuesday for a missile strike on a Norwegian-flagged tanker, an attack the Iran-backed group...
At UN climate talks, no consensus on what consensus is
The world's climate negotiators meeting in Dubai have spent sleepless nights in an elusive quest for consensus, but there is...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Saving New Yorkers from the Opioid Crisis
A fatal overdose occurs in New York City every 3 hours. The opioid epidemic is a growing public health crisis...
The birds are back with ‘Chicken Run 2’
A sequel to the hit animated film "Chicken Run" was inevitable, its makers told AFP, for the simple reason that...
Papua New Guinea will not be ‘reckless’ with China loans: PM
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has promised to tread carefully with Belt and Road funding from China, telling AFP on...
Philippines summons Chinese envoy over maritime confrontations
The Philippines said it had summoned China's envoy on Monday and flagged the possibility of expelling him following the most...
Polish parliament set to oust right-wing populists in pro-EU turn
Polish lawmakers gathered on Monday for a session during which former European Council president Donald Tusk is expected to be...
French interior minister drops presidential ambition, backs ex-PM
France's powerful Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin has indicated he is no longer interested in running for the presidency in 2027,...
‘Stumbling blocks’ for Wilders to form Dutch govt
Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders appeared Monday to have persuaded his preferred coalition partners to keep negotiating but reportedly major...
Antique stoves in Gaza the only way to cook during war
In a workshop in the war-torn and besieged Gaza Strip, Ibrahim Shouman is bringing old brass stoves back to life,...
Mayor Eric Adams celebrates decades of community unity, faith at Two Iconic NYC Churches
In a heartfelt display of solidarity and shared faith, Mayor Eric Adams took to social media to express his gratitude...
China’s President Xi Jinping seeks to strengthen ties with Vietnam following Biden’s visit
China's President Xi Jinping has planned to embark on a two-day diplomatic mission to Vietnam with the aim of fortifying...
US Federal Reserve anticipated to extend rate pause as inflation nears target
The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates at a 22-year high for the third consecutive meeting, aiming...
Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of shooting water cannon at its boats
The Philippines accused the Chinese coast guard on Saturday of using water cannons to "obstruct" three government boats delivering provisions...
IOC clears Russians to compete in Paris as neutrals
Olympic chiefs on Friday gave the green light to the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes at next year's Paris...
US, UK, Canada sanction dozens on human rights anniversary
Dozens of alleged human rights abusers around the world face new sanctions Friday under a coordinated action by the United...
Guatemala electoral court stands firm on bid to annul election
Guatemala's electoral court insisted Friday the results of elections won by anti-graft candidate Bernardo Arevalo were "unchangeable", after the prosecutor's...
Nearly two years into war, is Russia’s economy out of the woods?
As he prepares to run for re-election in 2024, is President Vladimir Putin right to claim the worst is over...
How unhealthy are ultra-processed foods?
Ultra-processed foods are commonly portrayed as a modern health scourge: a threat lurking on the shelves of every supermarket linked...
Time of the sign: Hollywood landmark hits 100
The landmark word has loomed over Tinseltown since before movies started talking, becoming a symbol of the entire film industry....
OPEC push on fossil fuels draws ire at climate talks
Negotiations over the future of fossil fuels heated up at UN climate talks on Saturday, with OPEC catching flak over...
Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of shooting water cannon at its boats
The Philippines accused the Chinese coast guard on Saturday of using water cannons to "obstruct" three government boats delivering provisions...
Israelis on edge as fears grow of wider Lebanon conflict
In the seaside haven of Nahariya, the shock still lingers on Daniel Bussidan's face. A recent rocket attack killed his...
Learning from the Experience of Life
Dear Destiny Friends, A wise man learns from his mistakes, a wiser name learns from other people’s mistakes – John...