‘Inadvertent geoengineering’: Researchers say low-sulfur shipping rules made climate change worse
The rule change may help to explain why last year’s record-breaking heat was so extreme,…
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The UAE is set to be the No. 1 ‘wealth magnet’ in the world, new report shows
A record-breaking 128,000 millionaires are expected to relocate in 2024, according to the Henley Private…
Chinese shadow bankers helped Mexican cartel launder drug money, US says
US prosecutors charge two dozen people over alleged $50m money laundering scheme.
Greek-owned Tutor believed to have sunk a week after Houthi missile attack
The crew abandoned the coal carrier after it was struck by Houthi missiles, which started…
China fears spark Indian race for cobalt in contested ocean waters
India has sought rights to explore an underwater cobalt-rich mountain. But Sri Lanka also has…
Inside Europe’s tech hubs: Does London have what it takes to remain No. 1?
The U.K. is seen as one of the world’s biggest tech hubs behind the U.S….
Luxury sneaker maker Golden Goose postpones IPO citing political turmoil in Europe
Golden Goose is known for its worn-looking trainers which have been made popular by celebrities…
Nvidia rally overnight lifts chip-related stocks in Asia on AI optimism
Asia tech stocks in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan climbed on the back of Nvidia…
Klarna rival Zilch raises $125 million with aim to triple sales and accelerate path to IPO
British fintech firm Zilch says it’s raised $125 million in debt from Deutsche Bank to…
Russia’s Vladimir Putin visits North Korea for first time since 2000
Russian and North Korean leaders aim to deepen ties as both countries face isolation.
McDonald’s scraps AI pilot at drive-through outlets after order mix-ups
Fast food giant pulls plug on AI-powered voice-ordering at about 100 outlets after viral videos…
‘Our house was shaking’: Chad ammunition depot fire triggers explosions
President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno says there have been deaths and injuries but does not specify…
Putin flies into Pyongyang to waiting Kim and red carpet welcome
North Korea says Russian leader’s visit is a historic event showing the ‘invincibility’ of the…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 845
As the war enters its 845th day, these are the main developments.
Nvidia becomes world’s most valuable company, dethroning Microsoft
Chip giant’s market capitalisation hits $3.335 trillion as stock prices continues its stellar rise.
Boeing CEO blasted by Senate panel: ‘It’s a travesty that you are still in your job’
Boeing is under fire after a door plug blew out of one of its nearly…
FTC refers TikTok complaint to Justice Department
The Federal Trade Commission said it’s referred its complaint against TikTok and ByteDance to the…
Loneliness among workers is on the rise globally — here are 5 ways to combat it
Globally, one in five employees feel lonely on a daily basis, according to Gallup’s 2024…
Asia-Pacific markets set for largely higher open ahead of key Japan data
Traders in Asia will focus on Japan’s trade data for May, with economists polled by…
China accused of erasing religion, culture from Uighur village names
Rights groups’ analysis of official data shows some 630 villages in Xinjiang had their names…
