Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 879
As the war enters its 879th day, these are the main developments.
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US action on a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine cannot wait
Establishment of a viable Palestinian state will be the key to ending this conflict. So…
Hungary told it can’t host EU gathering after the latest clash with Putin ally over Ukraine
Hungary has been stripped of the right to host the next high-profile gathering of EU…
Porsche shares fall 5% after automaker cuts 2024 outlook on aluminium alloy shortage
Shares in automaker Porsche fell on Tuesday after the company cut its 2024 outlook, citing…
Germany’s struggling construction sector is showing no signs of a recovery
The German construction sector is showing no signs of recovering, even after being in a…
An Asian city is named the safest destination in the world for travelers
Singapore is named the world’s safest city for tourists, according to recent research by Forbes…
Anant Ambani’s glitzy wedding highlights India’s ‘missing middle class’
India’s middle class is much poorer than China’s after decades of strong growth despite starting…
‘I know Trump’s type’: Harris touts prosecutor past, clinches delegate toll
US Vice President Kamala Harris clinches majority of delegates ahead of Democratic National Convention next…
Wiz walks away from $23 billion deal with Google, will pursue IPO
It would have been Google’s largest ever acquisition, but the company has chosen to pursue…
CNBC Daily Open: Wall Street looks past political uncertainty
S&P 500 clocks best day since early June. Republicans call on CrowdStrike CEO to testify….
Ether ETFs appear set to launch on Tuesday, six months after massive debut for bitcoin funds
The new funds are expected to begin trading as soon as Tuesday.
Asia-Pacific markets set for higher open, tracking Wall Street gains
Later Tuesday, India is slated to unveil its first budget under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…
Republican representatives call on CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz to testify
Republican representatives called on CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz to testify about its defective software update.
Biden’s legacy is Gaza genocide, Palestinian rights advocates say
As politicians laud US president’s character, critics say Biden will be remembered for his support…
Google cancels plans to kill off cookies for advertisers
The latest change comes after several delays to find an alternative for its Chrome browser
Kamala Harris hails Joe Biden’s legacy in first speech since he quit race
Harris lauds Biden for his service to the US in first public appearance since he…
Myanmar’s military chief named acting president
The current acting president, Myint Swe, has taken medical leave and transferred his duties to…
What pushed Joe Biden to drop out?
US President Joe Biden abandons his re-election bid and backs his vice president, Kamala Harris.
Prominent anti-whaling activist detained in Greenland at Japan’s request
Environmentalist Paul Watson has been detained until August 15, authorities and his foundation said.
Kamala Harris hails Biden in first speech since exit
US Vice President Kamala Harris has hailed Joe Biden’s ‘unmatched legacy’.
