How George Soros became ‘Enemy Number 1’ for India’s Modi
The BJP has accused the billionaire of funding initiatives critical of Modi, aimed at destabilising…
Month: December 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,036
Here are the key developments on the 1,036th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Taiwan’s presidential hopeful Ko charged with bribery, misusing donations
Former major of Taipei Ko Wen-je has been indicted over property development and campaign finance…
ANALYSIS: Despite inflicting heavy losses on bandits in 2024, Nigerian military faces daunting task
[[{“value”:”Also killed this year were Sani Dangote, Boderi Isyaku, Buharin Yadi, Sani Black and other…
Why did an Azerbaijan Airline plane crash in Kazakhstan? What we know
At least 38 people killed after passenger plane crashes near Aktau in Kazakhstan. Azerbaijan launches…
Japan Airlines hit by cyber attack, delaying some flights
JAL says it has suspended ticket sales for all services on Thursday following incident.
Five journalists killed in Israeli strike near Gaza hospital
Journalists from Al-Quds Today were covering events at al-Awda Hospital when their vehicle was struck.
Nvidia sees ‘remarkable’ influx of retail investor dollars as traders flock to AI darling
Everyday traders bought nearly $30 billion of Nvidia shares on net this year, Vanda data…
On 20th anniversary of world’s worst tsunami, experts warn of complacency
More than 227,000 people died in the December 26, 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, and experts…
Asia’s year in review: Who had it good — and who had it bad — in 2024
As the region awaits the return of Donald Trump to the White House and to…
Asia-Pacific stocks set to open higher; several markets closed for Boxing Day holiday
Asia-Pacific markets are set to open higher Thursday, with several markets closed for Boxing Day.
‘One of the best experiences I’ve had as a parent.’ The benefits of father-daughter trips
After this daughter started school, freelance writer Thomas Board was missing time alone with his…
AI and crypto drove gains in this year’s top 5 tech stocks
The promises of artificial intelligence and the rally in crypto prices were the main drivers…
Tax Bills: Kano, Zamfara to get increased VAT allocation – Senate Leader
[[{“value”:”The senate leader said those criticising the tax reforms were only spreading false narratives, not…
NAHCON gets new secretary
[[{“value”:”Alidu Shutti takes replaces Abdullahi Rabiu- Kontagora as secretary in acting capacity. The post NAHCON…
TIMELINE: The many ‘Sheges’ Bobrisky saw in 2024
[[{“value”:”From legal drama to public scandals and personal struggles, the crossdresser was never far from…
Jailbreak amid Mozambique protests sees 1,500 prisoners escape, 33 killed
Suspected riot erupts inside prison in Maputo, with some officials denying incident is linked to…
Biden, Trump send different Christmas messages in US
Trump shares social media post attacking ‘radical left lunatics’ and says Canada could become 51st…
Protests in Syria after ‘old’ video shows attack on Alawite shrine
Thousands hit the streets as police impose curfews in four cities as a preventive measure.
Calls for global peace during Christmas celebrations
Christians worldwide observe Christmas, but celebrations are subdued in Bethlehem during Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
