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China rebuffs Trump threat over Panama Canal; says it should remain neutral

The 82-km Panama Canal cuts across the central American nation and is the main link between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans

China rebuffs Trump threat over Panama Canal; says it should remain neutral
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 9:08 PM IST

Telegram turns profitable for first time after paying down $2 billion debt

White-supremacist groups escalated efforts in the run-up to the US election to recruit new members over Telegram, where they've amplified racist conspiracies while posing as men-only fight clubs

Telegram turns profitable for first time after paying down $2 billion debt
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 8:20 PM IST

Elon Musk owned X increases price of premium-plus plan to pay creators

X offers premium-plus subscribers ad-free browsing and features such as expanded access to the Grok AI chatbot and Radar, which offers real-time analytics on emerging trends through keyword tracking

Elon Musk owned X increases price of premium-plus plan to pay creators
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 7:50 PM IST

Qatar to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law: Report

Qatar's revenues in 2023 were 188.5 billion Qatari riyals ($51.64 bln), and 5 per cent of this is $2.5 bn

Qatar to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law: Report
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 6:58 PM IST

Nasa's Parker probe to have closest sun flyby on Christmas Eve, know more

According to reports, Parker is expected to transmit a beacon signal to share information about its health and operational status. It is going to be closest to the sun this Christmas eve

Nasa's Parker probe to have closest sun flyby on Christmas Eve, know more
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 5:59 PM IST

Decoded: Why Donald Trump wants to retake control of Panama Canal

Donald Trump's said that the US 'foolishly' ceded the canal to Panama, blaming the 'ridiculous' fee charged to American ships to pass through the channel

Decoded: Why Donald Trump wants to retake control of Panama Canal
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 4:44 PM IST

What happens if Russian gas transit to Europe via Ukraine is turned off?

Putin said that day that it was clear there would be no new deal with Kyiv to send Russian gas through Ukraine to Europe

What happens if Russian gas transit to Europe via Ukraine is turned off?
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 4:27 PM IST

In another blow to new Labour govt, British economy flatlines in Q3

In its latest revision of the July to September period, the Office for National Statistics said the British economy showed no growth against the previous estimate of 0.1 per cent

In another blow to new Labour govt, British economy flatlines in Q3
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 4:16 PM IST

Israel's airstrikes on Gaza kill at least 20, say Palestinian medics

Israel's air and ground offensive has killed over 45,200 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. The ministry says women and children make up more than half the dead

Israel's airstrikes on Gaza kill at least 20, say Palestinian medics
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 3:33 PM IST

Honda, Nissan aim to merge in 2026 as negotiations begin this week

The two automakers plan to create a holding company that would be helmed by a president picked by Honda

Honda, Nissan aim to merge in 2026 as negotiations begin this week
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 2:43 PM IST

Many Americans rely on Chinese-made drones, lawmakers want to ban them

Washington has already placed restrictions on Chinese telecommunications companies and imposed high tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles

Many Americans rely on Chinese-made drones, lawmakers want to ban them
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 2:42 PM IST

Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni: Sexual misconduct allegations explained

Blake Lively has sued Justin Baldoni for sexual misconduct, workplace harassment, and a coordinated smear campaign. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the allegations and responses

Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni: Sexual misconduct allegations explained
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 1:53 PM IST

New York woman set on fire inside metro car, attacker arrested

The attacker approached the victim as the train was approaching the station, used a lighter to ignite her clothing, and within seconds, she was engulfed in flames

New York woman set on fire inside metro car, attacker arrested
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 1:24 PM IST

What does Trump's return to WH mean for world: All you need to know

Trump will officially be sworn in for his second term as US President on January 20

What does Trump's return to WH mean for world: All you need to know
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 1:01 PM IST

Who is Sriram Krishnan, the Chennai techie chosen by Trump as AI advisor?

Sriram Krishnan is expected to shape the Trump administration's AI policy. In 2021, Krishnan and his wife Aarthi Ramamurthy gained recognition as the hosts of a podcast

Who is Sriram Krishnan, the Chennai techie chosen by Trump as AI advisor?
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 12:08 PM IST

Luigi Mangione to face state charges in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Authorities say Mangione gunned down Brian Thompson as he was walking to an investor conference in midtown Manhattan

Luigi Mangione to face state charges in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 11:41 AM IST

Jeff Bezos rejects reports of $600 mn wedding with partner Lauren Sanchez

Billionaire Jeff Bezos rejected reports that he was planning an extravagant $600 million wedding with partner Lauren Sanchez in Aspen, Colorado

Jeff Bezos rejects reports of $600 mn wedding with partner Lauren Sanchez
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 11:20 AM IST

Bethlehem plans another somber Christmas under the shadow of war in Gaza

Israel's war against Hamas has been raging for nearly 15 months, and there still is no end in sight

Bethlehem plans another somber Christmas under the shadow of war in Gaza
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 11:20 AM IST

Ex-Israeli spies describe attack using exploding devices against Hezbollah

Hezbollah began striking Israel almost immediately after Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attack that sparked the Israel-Hamas war

Ex-Israeli spies describe attack using exploding devices against Hezbollah
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 10:20 AM IST

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan faces 1 mn monthly cyber attacks from China

The Legislative Yuan, is the highest legislative organ,which exercises legislative power on behalf of the people

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan faces 1 mn monthly cyber attacks from China
Updated On : 23 Dec 2024 | 9:46 AM IST