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British Museum Director Defends Lecture Postponement
The British Museum's director, Nicholas Cullinan, has defended the institution's decision to postpone a Jewish culture month lecture amid fe…
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AI to Surpass Dot-Com Boom, SoftBank CEO Predicts
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son made a bold prediction on Monday, stating that the artificial intelligence sector will continue to grow despite p…
Technology
Iran Nuclear Deal Hopes Fade as AI Steals the Show
Investors were torn between two major news stories on Monday: the faltering Iran nuclear deal and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence. …
Economy
UK's Green Economy Booms to £100 Billion
The UK's net zero industry is worth over £100 billion annually and supports more than a million jobs across the country. This growth is a po…
Health
Minimum Wage Hike Announced
Around 3 million workers on minimum wage will receive a 4.75% pay rise following a decision by the Fair Work Commission. The increase applie…
Business
Battery Storage Boom Brings Free Electricity
Australia is experiencing a surge in grid-scale and residential battery storage, prompting the energy regulator to take notice. The increase…
Technology
Alphabet to Raise $80 Billion for AI Expansion
Alphabet is planning to sell $80 billion worth of stock to fund its artificial intelligence development. The tech giant announced its plans …
Politics
Trump's Anti-Gun Fund Faces Setback
The $1.8 billion fund established by President Trump to counter gun violence is facing challenges due to pressure from Republican lawmakers.…
World
Israel Day Parade Attendees in New York
Thousands marched in New York's Israel Day Parade, a annual event celebrating Israel's existence. The parade took place on Fifth Avenue. Off…
Politics
Colombia on Edge as Presidential Election Heads to Run-off
Colombia is bracing for a presidential run-off election after a tight first round, with far-right Abelardo de la Espriella facing left-wing …
Science
Ocean Microbes' Crucial Role in Carbon Recycling
The ocean is home to trillions of microbes that break down carbon-containing organic matter, recycling it back into the ecosystem. These mic…
Economy
Three Geopolitical Shocks Revive Ancient Trade Route
A centuries-old trade route is gaining new attention as global maritime trade faces disruptions. The Middle Corridor, a land-based route, is…
Politics
Canada-US Oil Market Integration Takes Center Stage
Canada's Minister of International Trade, Dominic LeBlanc, is emphasizing the importance of maintaining an integrated Canada-US oil market a…
Politics
Koizumi Shinjiro’s Rise: How the Defense Ministry Redefined Japan’s Underestimated Politician
Tokyo, Oct. 29 – Shinjiro Koizumi, Japan’s 49‑year‑old defense minister, held a joint press conference with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete H…
General
Trump Administration Agrees to Follow Court Ruling on Compensation Fund
The Trump administration announced it will adhere to a recent court ruling that temporarily halted a $1.8 billion compensation fund. This de…
Politics
Vietnam's Quiet Strategy at Shangri-La Dialogue
At the Shangri-La Dialogue, Vietnam's leaders sought to shape the regional security debate. To Lam, Vietnam's president, delivered the keyno…
Politics
Gaza Peace Process in Jeopardy
The US-backed peace process in Gaza is facing a severe threat as Israel continues to clash with Palestinians. The conflict has resulted in t…
Politics
Kenya Protests Planned Ebola Quarantine Centre
Hundreds of young people gathered in Nanyuki, central Kenya, on Monday to protest against plans to set up an Ebola quarantine centre. The ce…
Politics
Ethiopians Vote Amidst Widespread Exclusions
Ethiopians are heading to the polls to cast their votes in parliamentary and regional elections. Millions are excluded from the electoral pr…
Politics
Trump's Iran Gambit Ends in Failure
Donald Trump's presidency was marked by a significant confrontation with Iran, a nation he vowed to deal with firmly. The US withdrew from a…
Business
Berkshire Hathaway Acquires Taylor Morrison for $8.5 Billion
Berkshire Hathaway, led by CEO Greg Abel, has agreed to buy top US homebuilder Taylor Morrison in an $8.5 billion deal. The acquisition mark…
Technology
Tech Layoffs Spark Mass Migration
Over 100,000 tech workers have lost their jobs this year, sparking a massive migration. Homeowners are on the move again, seeking new opport…
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White House Reviews Swaps Reporting Thresholds Proposal
The White House is examining a joint proposal from US financial regulators to alter how private fund advisers report their swaps activity. T…
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US Political Commentators Blocked from Entering the UK by Home Office
Two prominent US political commentators were recently denied entry into the United Kingdom by the Home Office. The individuals, known for th…