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Vanuatu PM Seeks Bank Of China’s Presence Amid Financial Access Push

12 Jul 2024 15:27 PM IST

Vanuatu’s Prime Minister Charlot Salwai has formally requested the Bank of China to establish operations in the Pacific Island nation, according to a statement released by his office on Friday. During a visit to bank officials in China, Salwai proposed the setup of a Port Vila branch, potentially serving as

Pakistan Supreme Court Grants Imran Khan’s Party Reserved Seats

12 Jul 2024 14:55 PM IST

Pakistan’s Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is entitled to over 20 reserved seats in the national legislature, escalating tensions within the country’s fragile coalition government. This decision comes after PTI candidates contested the February 8 election as independents due to their initial disqualification

Unemployment Rate Among New Immigrants In Canada Nearly Double

12 Jul 2024 14:32 PM IST

New immigrants in Canada, those who have become permanent residents within the past five years, are experiencing an unemployment rate nearly double that of the general population, according to recent data from Statistics Canada. The report reveals that the unemployment rate for recent immigrants stands at 12.6%, a significant increase

Biden’s Mistake: Calls Zelenskyy ‘Putin’ in Speech, Then Defends Himself

12 Jul 2024 14:04 PM IST

Recently, President Joe Biden made a mistake during a speech when he accidentally called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ‘Putin.’ This slip caught a lot of attention and sparked discussions about how important it is for leaders to communicate clearly, especially when discussing international issues. Biden was speaking about the United

US, South Korea Sign Joint Nuclear Deterrence Guidelines Amid Rising North Korean Threats

12 Jul 2024 13:35 PM IST

The United States and South Korea have signed joint guidelines on nuclear deterrence, a move prompted by heightened concerns over North Korea's increasing nuclear threats following its recent defense pact with Russia.

Watch: Giorgia Meloni’s Eye Roll At Biden’s NATO Summit Tardiness Goes Viral

12 Jul 2024 13:23 PM IST

At the NATO summit on Thursday, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was captured on camera rolling her eyes as US President Joe Biden arrived late, sparking widespread criticism of the White House’s tardiness. The incident occurred during a high-stakes press conference where Biden and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg delayed

NATO Labels China A “Decisive Enabler” Of Russia’s War Against Ukraine

12 Jul 2024 12:53 PM IST

In a significant escalation of its stance on China, NATO leaders on Wednesday identified China as a “decisive enabler” of Russia’s war against Ukraine. This declaration marks NATO’s most direct criticism yet of China’s role in the conflict, highlighting the “systemic challenges” Beijing poses to member nations’ security. The joint

Guns n’ Ganja: Catalonia’s Cannabis Trade Overrun By Armed Gangs

12 Jul 2024 12:40 PM IST

In the dead of night this week, scores of heavily armed policemen in bulletproof vests and masks carried out a stealthy attack in this small Catalan town. Despite their heavy armament, it was not an antiterrorism operation; increasingly, marijuana plantations are in the hands of heavily armed gangs. Officially, Catalonia

US And South Korea Signed Nuclear Strategy, Responding To North Korea

12 Jul 2024 12:00 PM IST

In a significant development at the NATO summit on Thursday, US President Joe Biden reaffirmed America’s commitment to deterrence against North Korea, emphasizing that this includes the full range of US capabilities, including nuclear options. This statement came during a meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, underscoring the

Baba Vanga’s Spine-Chilling Predictions: The World Will End In…

12 Jul 2024 11:46 AM IST

Baba Vanga, a blind Bulgarian clairvoyant renowned for her precognitive abilities, has recently gained attention for her startling prediction for the upcoming year.

Watch: Joe Biden Confuses Kamala Harris for Donald Trump During Key Press Conference

12 Jul 2024 08:37 AM IST

President Joe Biden has tried to downplay concerns about his re-election campaign, but a series of notable gaffes during the NATO summit on Thursday has renewed questions about his age and mental sharpness. One major misstep occurred when Biden mistakenly introduced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as Russian President Vladimir Putin

From Slip-Ups to Health Concerns: Highlights from Biden’s Press Conference

12 Jul 2024 08:16 AM IST

US President Joe Biden faced a challenging solo press conference on Thursday where he was questioned by the White House press corps. The aim was to reassure Democratic lawmakers, allies, and persuadable voters ahead of the upcoming election that he still possesses the strength and stamina required for the presidency.