Liberia has agreed to accept up to 1,200 third-country deportees from the U.S. within a year, with the first group arriving Thursday. The program, described by officials as humanitarian, includes migrants from various regions, raising concerns among lawyers about legal loopholes.
Nokia plans to lay off most of its workforce in mainland China and close sites by the end of the year. The move marks a significant retreat for the Finnish company after four decades in the region, as it struggles to compete with domestic Chinese rivals.
China launched its 24th group of low-orbit internet satellites into space using a Long March-12 rocket from Hainan province, expanding its satellite network.
Apple has issued a new round of threat notifications to users in 110 countries whom it suspects were targeted by state-sponsored mercenary spyware, updating the alert process to improve user guidance.
Lam Kee Construction Materials, a supplier, expressed uncertainty over whether ordered fire-retardant protective nets were used in the scaffolding at Wang Fuk Court, a key factor in the November fire that killed 168 and displaced nearly 5,000.
LIV Golf has secured a lead investor to fund the tour until 2030, according to chief executive Scott O’Neil, despite anticipated player departures and past losses.
Lisa Fryett, a British woman from Essex, has died after suffering severe injuries in a Spanish wildfire. Her partner, Simon Batchelor, remains in critical condition.
Anitta estreou a turnê “Equilibrium” em Porto Alegre, apresentando músicas de seus álbuns “Equilibrium” e “Equilibrium II”, além de covers como o ijexá “É d'Oxum”, “Andar com fé” e “Presente de um beija-flor”. A turnê nacional prevê seis apresentações em agosto.
RippleX expects to release xrpld 3.3.0 next week, reintroducing Batch and Permission Delegation amendments after previous versions were blocked due to authorization and fee-draining flaws. The update includes five proposed features, all requiring validator approval before activation, with no mainnet exploits or losses having occurred.
India and China have resumed traditional border trade through Lipulekh in Uttarakhand and Shipki La in Himachal Pradesh after a six-year hiatus, which included a suspension due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The first batches of traders crossed into Tibet, with specific goods categories permitted for export and import.
The Bombay High Court criticized Indians for littering public places at home while adhering to cleanliness rules abroad, calling for strict action against offenders. The court emphasized cleanliness as a fundamental duty and directed the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai to take corrective steps within a week regarding waste handling.
A landmark legal action over brain damage in rugby is on the brink of collapse as a judge considers striking out 95% of 561 claimants due to their former solicitor's failure to disclose documents. Senior Master Cook is deliberating, with no legal precedent for the situation.
This article ranks Benedict Cumberbatch's 20 most notable film roles, from early comedic appearances to critically acclaimed dramatic performances, highlighting his versatility across genres in films like "The Imitation Game" and "The Power of the Dog."
China's rapid advancements in AI, including new models from Moonshot AI and Alibaba, have significantly narrowed the lead of US models from months to weeks. This development has prompted Washington to critically re-evaluate its AI policy, focusing on controls for frontier US models, restrictions on Chinese models, and global adoption strategies.
The Delhi High Court will deliver its verdict on Friday in petitions filed by actor Rajpal Yadav challenging his conviction and sentence in cheque bounce cases. Settlement efforts, including a proposed Rs 6 crore settlement, failed, with the court noting inconsistencies in Yadav's submissions.
A cafe owner in Pilar, Bataan, Philippines, has installed a hybrid solar system to combat rising electricity costs and frequent blackouts. The move has improved business operations, allowing simultaneous use of equipment like roasters and ovens without power interruptions.
Lithuania's army warehouses received a batch of anti-tank missiles worth €3 million from German manufacturer EuroSpike GmbH. This is the fourth delivery under a €11.5 million contract, with Spike LR2 missiles to be integrated into Vilkas infantry fighting vehicles.
IIIT-Bangalore's 26th convocation saw 316 students graduate, with one Integrated M.Tech. student securing a record Rs 1.5 crore annual package. The event also celebrated academic achievements and the institute's growing alumni network.
세종시가 해군의 차세대 이지스구축함 '대호김종서함' 부대와 자매결연을 추진한다. 함정 장병들이 세종시 김종서역사테마공원을 방문해 김종서 장군 묘역을 참배했으며, 앞으로 다양한 분야에서 교류 협력을 이어갈 계획이다.
The third batch of 4,812 pilgrims departed from Jammu for the Amarnath cave shrine on Saturday. This follows 12,168 pilgrims visiting the shrine on the opening day. Pilgrims are using both the Baltal and Pahalgam routes amid tight security.
The second batch of 3,865 Amarnath pilgrims departed Jammu for the holy cave shrine on Friday. The J&K administration issued an advisory warning that non-registered pilgrims would not be allowed to proceed, urging advance registration due to limited tatkal slots.
Senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram has been given additional charge as the interim Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). He will continue his role in the Ministry of Home Affairs while leading the education board until a permanent appointment is made.
PM Narendra Modi extended wishes for the annual Shri Amarnath Yatra, urging pilgrims to follow five resolves: cleanliness, safety, environmental conservation, supporting local economy, and national service. The second batch of pilgrims departed Jammu under heavy security, with the Yatra set to conclude on August 28.
Arrested accused Avinash Shukla has revealed a detailed plan for stealing Ram Temple donations, including studying CCTV locations and staff movements. Stolen cash was hidden in washrooms and smuggled out in small amounts, exploiting surveillance gaps and lax security protocols, leading to the recovery of over Rs 79 lakh and other valuables.
