Archive / december - 2024
News Category
-
Benetton Group plans to close 500 storesBenetton Group CEO Claudio Sforza is finalising the company's reorganisation plan, which he has been working on since this summer, when he took over the...Australia PM Albanese says Musk pushing agenda for X in social media ban criticismAustralia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday (Dec 1) that criticism by Elon Musk of Australia's social media ban on children under 16 was...
-
Fans Taunt Pep As Liverpool Move 11 Points Clear Of CityLiverpool moved 11 points clear of Premier League champions Manchester City with a 2-0 victory at Anfield on Sunday evening.Premier LeagueResult: Liverpool 2-0 Manchester CityDate:...Mediacorp's adaptation of popular South Korean game show I Can See Your Voice to premiere in January 2025We listen and we don't judge. Unless you're a contestant in Mediacorp's upcoming music game show I Can See Your Voice that is. The highly...
-
Wholesale Cotton Fabric Suppliers See Rising Demand GloballyThe demand for wholesale cotton fabric is increasing globally. This shift reflects rising interest in sustainable materials and eco-conscious practices. Cotton fabrics remain an essential...India's Adani Group seeks to settle regulatory charge of shareholding violations, ET reportsSeveral entities linked to the Adani Group have approached the India markets regulator seeking to settle a case that accuses them of violating public shareholding...
-
Thailand’s tom yum kung makes it to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage listThe next time you’re slurping up a steaming hot, sour and spicy bowl of tom yum kung, or tom yum prawn soup, know that you’re...Malaysian king vows to end ties with military university if 'inhumane' bullying culture continuesIn the wake of alleged abuse and bullying cases at military university Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM), its new chancellor, Malaysian king Sultan Ibrahim Sultan...
-
Arsenal Sink Man Utd, Liverpool Drop PointsArsenal 2-0 Manchester UnitedManchester United suffered their first defeat under Ruben Amorim after going down 2-0 to Arsenal on Wednesday evening. Arsenal defeated Manchester United...Hong Kong’s John Lee sacks tourism and transport ministers in unexpected moveHong Kong’s leader has fired his tourism and transport ministers, Kevin Yeung Yun-hung and Lam Sai-hung, in an unexpected move, a national news agency has...
-
Labuschagne, Head fifties give Australia a slender lead in AdelaideJasprit Bumrah struck twice with the pink ball but half-centuries from Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head took Australia past India's first-innings tally to 191-4 on...Unlock Quality Auto Parts and Top Suppliers for Every NeedEnsuring optimal vehicle performance relies heavily on the quality of its auto parts and accessories. From enhancing safety features to improving functionality, auto components are...
-
Syrian army command tells officers that Assad's rule has endedSyria's army command has notified officers that President Bashar al-Assad's 24-year authoritarian rule has ended, a Syrian officer who was informed of the move told...South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defense chief over martial law imposition, reports saySouth Korean prosecutors on Sunday detained a former defense minister who allegedly recommended last week’s brief but stunning martial law imposition to President Yoon Suk...
-
E. coli vaccines could cut risk of cancerTargeting two bacteria strains with vaccines or probiotic drugs could lead to a reduction of cancer cases that are common in industrialised nations, scientists say....Hong Kong tightens airport health checks amid Congo mystery disease outbreakHong Kong authorities have stepped up health screening measures for all flights arriving from African transit hubs as they brace for risks of an unidentified...
-
USA’s Bulk Raw Materials for Industry - A Growing Demand for Industrial MineralsThe demand for bulk raw materials in the United States is experiencing steady growth. Industries across the country, especially construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure, rely heavily...Taylor Swift closes one of the most beautiful stages of her life and prepares for her birthday with Travis KelceTaylor Swift turns her attention to her upcoming birthday as the 34-year-old officially closes out her Eras tour with a series of emotional messages at...Syria's rebels work to form government, restore order after Assad ousterThe lightning overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad left Syrians, countries in the region and world powers nervous on Tuesday (Dec 10) about what comes next...
-
Chris Evans rumoured to return for Avengers: Doomsday. But who will he be playing?Chris Evans is reportedly due to appear in Avengers: Doomsday. The 43-year-old actor played Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) from 2011’s Captain...US offers US$10 million reward for wanted Chinese hackerThe United States offered a US$10 million reward on Tuesday (Dec 10) for information leading to the arrest of a Chinese man and co-conspirators wanted...
-
Mubadala and Carlyle's AlpInvest launch global financing partnershipAbu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company and AlpInvest Partners, a global private equity investor and a subsidiary of US-based Carlyle, have established a new global partnership...UN General Assembly overwhelmingly demands immediate Gaza ceasefireThe United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly voted on Wednesday (Dec 12) to demand an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants Hamas...
-
Yoon fans steadfast as South Korean leader faces impeachmentSupporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shared dark conspiracy theories and braved freezing weather in downtown Seoul on Saturday (Dec 14) ahead of...How to Source Quality Steel Bars and Reliable ManufacturersSteel bars are essential materials in construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. Their role in ensuring the structural strength and durability of projects cannot be overstated....
-
US officials in 'direct contact' with victorious Syria rebelsThe US has made "direct contact" with the HTS rebels who now control Syria after toppling the Assad regime, Secretary of State Antony Blinken has...Woman accusing Jay-Z and Sean 'Diddy' Combs of sexual assault acknowledges inconsistenciesAwoman who accused rappers Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting her when she was 13 at an awards show after-party has acknowledged certain...
-
Blood tests are currently one-size-fits-all − machine learning can pinpoint what’s truly ‘normal’ for each patientIf you’ve ever had a doctor order a blood test for you, chances are that they ran a complete blood count, or CBC. One of...Indonesia announces economic policy package to ease VAT hike impactIndonesia on Monday (Dec 16) announced economic measures to soften the blow of an increase in the value-added tax (VAT) rate, including electricity tariff cuts,...
-
Taiwan Leads in Electronic Design Tools and PCB ManufacturingTaiwan has established itself as a global leader in electronic design tools and PCB manufacturing, attracting businesses from around the world. The country’s technology infrastructure...True blue tradition: How Japan's coveted jeans are madeCall it an antidote to fast fashion: Japanese jeans hand-dyed with natural indigo and weaved on a clackety vintage loom, then sold at a premium...
-
Denzel Washington's daughter Katia wows fans on red carpet: Her stunning wife turns headsKatia Washington, the eldest daughter of legendary actor Denzel Washington, made headlines as she stepped out for a rare red carpet appearance with her wife,...Fed lowers rates but sees slower pace of further cuts, firmer inflationThe US central bank lowered interest rates by a quarter-percentage point on Wednesday (Dec 18), but Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said more reductions in...
-
A quarter of Japanese firms positive about reskilling workersAbout a quarter of Japanese firms are positive about reskilling their workers -- seen as essential for improving labor productivity -- but only a small...Taipei’s sniffer dogs help detect sick trees to improve urban safetySince she was just a year old, Lucy the beagle has been roaming around Taipei every day to sniff out trees that need help. She...
-
The Essential Role of Power Cables in Connecting Devices and Powering TechnologyPower cables play an indispensable role in modern life, silently supporting the connected world by powering devices and enabling communication. Whether at home, in offices,...Arsenal Hammer Palace, Move Up To Third Spot!Arsenal ended their two-game winless run in the Premier League emphatically after hammering Crystal Palace 5-1 on Saturday evening.Premier LeagueResult: Crystal Palace 1-5 ArsenalDate: 21...
-
Worker crunch piles pressure on small-town JapanOver the last decade, Masato Shiota brought his papermaking business back from the brink, paying down debt and buying machinery to automate some production. But...South Korean opposition threatens to impeach Han over martial law counselSouth Korea's main opposition party threatened on Monday (Dec 23) to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo if he failed to proclaim a law to launch...