Japan issues heatstroke alerts as temperatures touch 40°C in some regions
The government declared a state of emergency affecting tens of millions of people in 20 of the country’s 47 cities and towns, mostly in the […]
Asia Pacific
More jail time for Australian woman who enslaved Indian-origin woman for 8 years
Kumuthini was previously sentenced to eight years in prison, four years without parole, for slavery. Police said a 55-year-old Melbourne woman was sentenced to eight […]
Nepal chopper owned by Manang Air crashes killing five
A private commercial helicopter carrying six people, five of whom were Mexicans, who disappeared near Nepal’s Mount Everest region on Tuesday, crashed into a mountain […]
Japan Raises Age of Consent for Sex to 16 After 116 Years
Japan has finally raised its age of consent for sex from 13 to 16, after more than a century of having one of the lowest […]
Israel launches major counterterrorism operation in Jenin, killing at least 8 Palestinians
Israeli forces launched their biggest military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin since 2002 on Monday, killing at least eight Palestinians and injuring […]
‘Barbie’ movie sparks controversy in Vietnam with South China Sea map
The Vietnamese government has ordered the withdrawal of a new “Barbie” movie from cinemas, citing a “serious violation” of the country’s sovereignty. The movie, “Barbie: […]
Supermoon to Light Up Australian Skies on July 3
The upcoming supermoon that will be visible in Australia on Monday, July 3, 2023. The full moon will reach its peak illumination at 7:39 a.m. […]
Jio Mart Launches Online Grocery Delivery Service in India
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, has launched an online grocery delivery service called JioMart. The service is currently available in select cities in India, […]
China tests using digital yuan as a social security card alternative
According to a report by the South China Morning Post, China is considering integrating its digital currency, the e-CNY, into its social security card system. […]
U.S. Coast Guard investigates Titan sub implosion, to recover debris
On Sunday morning, Titan began its journey to the wreck site, which sits at a depth of 12,500ft in the Atlantic Ocean. About an hour […]
The importance of Trademark registration in UAE: Why you need it
Trademarks According to Federal Decree Law No. 36 of 2021 on Trademarks, a trademark is any distinguished form of names, words, signatures, letters, figures, graphics, logos, […]
Unveiling the Potential: Investing in Real Estate in the Philippines
The Philippines, a vibrant archipelago in Southeast Asia, offers a plethora of opportunities for real estate investors. Boasting a robust economy, a growing middle class, […]
Wedding bus crash kills 10 in Hunter Valley, Australia
A tragic accident occurred on Sunday night in Australia’s wine country, when a bus carrying wedding guests rolled over on a foggy road, killing 10 […]
Thomas Schoen President of Wynn Al Marjan Island, UAE’s First Integrated Resort with Casino Gaming
Thomas Schoen, a well-known hospitality industry expert, was recently named Wynn Al Marjan Island’s new president. Schoen is expected to lead Wynn Resorts through a […]
Haneda Airport Reports No Injuries After Two Planes Collide In Tokyo
According to the Japanese transport ministry, two aircraft looked to have crashed on the ground close to a taxiway on Saturday,10 June, causing several flights […]
China’s AliExpress’ 5,555 NFT Launch Could Shake Up the NFT Market
In a move that is sure to shake up the NFT space, Chinese e-commerce giant AliExpress has announced plans to launch its own line of […]
Japan Reports Higher Than Expected GDP Growth
Revised figures released on Thursday, June 8, revealed that Japan’s economy expanded more than previously estimated from January through March. This was due to the fact that […]
China Exports Falter In May At The Face Of Sluggish Global Demand
Concerns that the growth of the second-largest economy in the world may be slowing intensified when China’s exports dipped in May for the first time since […]
Oil Prices Jump After Saudi Announces Output Cuts As Asian Shares Rise
After mixed U.S. employment data, most Asian shares rose on Monday, June 5, on expectations that the Federal Reserve may delay rate increases this month. […]
What happens if you are pregnant and unmarried in the UAE 2023?
Life often unfolds in unexpected ways, deviating from the traditional order of milestones. While an unexpected pregnancy before marriage may not be alarming in many […]