Taiwan's Interior Minister Lin Yu-chang made an unexpected visit to the disputed island of Taiping amidst ongoing military exercises, escalating tensions with China. This rare political move took p…
Oil prices have surged by 4% amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington. The escalating situation has left markets jittery, impacting businesses and investors globally. The Strait of Hormuz…
Taiwan has finalised a $5.66 billion arms purchase agreement with the United States, marking a significant development in regional defence dynamics. This deal, announced on Monday, aims to bolster …
An unexpected power outage across Portugal and parts of Spain on 25 October 2023 has raised critical questions about energy sovereignty and market stability in the Iberian Peninsula. The outage, wh…
Pope Francis has once again highlighted the Catholic Church's commitment to social justice during a recent address in Rome. Emphasising the Church's mission to advocate for the underprivileged, the…
Jaipur's decision to send manual labourers into sewers instead of using available machinery has sparked economic and ethical concerns. This choice, despite the presence of sophisticated equipment, …
Being landlocked presents unique economic challenges for countries, impacting trade, logistics, and market access. Nations such as Kazakhstan and Mongolia are among the ten largest landlocked count…
The United States Senate has approved a Republican-backed budget plan, effectively sidelining Democratic proposals aimed at increasing affordability for American households. The decision, made on T…
The European Union has announced a landmark contribution of €200 million to the African Union Mission in Somalia (Aussom). This unprecedented pledge, confirmed on Tuesday, is aimed at bolstering re…
In a dramatic turn of events, police in Ibadan successfully thwarted a kidnapping attempt in the bustling neighbourhood of Bodija. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, resulted in two…
The much-anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has premiered to lacklustre reviews, with critics calling it cliched and bland. Released by NG, a major player in the entertainment industry, the film ha…
Tower Transit, a leading bus operator in London, has launched a new trial programme aimed at assisting older bus drivers in transitioning to alternative roles within the company. The initiative, un…