Stock market today: Asian shares surge after Wall St gains on signs the US jobs market is cooling
Stocks are higher in Asia after Wall Street was boosted by a report that signaled the U.S. jobs market, while still healthy, is showing some signs of cooling
2023-09-04 11:57
UAE creates federal authority for 'commercial gaming' as casino giants flock to Gulf Arab nation
The United Arab Emirates has created a federal authority to potentially run a national lottery and what it describes as “commercial gaming,” likely a sign that it is on the verge of allowing gambling as major casino operators flock to the Gulf Arab nation
2023-09-04 11:55
The world's highest navigable lake is drying out
Water levels at Lake Titicaca -- the highest navigable lake in the world and South America's largest -- are dropping precipitously after an unprecedented winter heat wave. The shocking decline is affecting tourism, fishing and agriculture, which locals rely on to make a living.
2023-09-04 10:51
Zelensky replaces Ukrainian defense minister, citing need for 'new approaches'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has fired his defense minister, citing the need for "new approaches" as the war with Russia enters its 19th month.
2023-09-04 10:45
New Zealand Export Volumes Post Best Quarterly Gain in 10 Years
New Zealand saw its biggest jump in export volumes in 10 years in the second quarter, adding to
2023-09-04 09:17
Students transform their drab dorm rooms into comfy living spaces
A studded headboard for your dorm bed
2023-09-04 07:49
Jammu: Long wait for justice after India cough syrup deaths
In 2020, 12 children in India's Jammu region died, allegedly after drinking a contaminated cough syrup.
2023-09-04 07:26
Child labour at 'critical moment' as more pushed into work: ILO
The head of the UN agency says the world needs to act fast to get children out of exploitative work.
2023-09-04 07:26
New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming
In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions.
2023-09-04 07:23
Lagos traffic jams disappear. But this isn't good news for Nigeria
The removal of a fuel subsidy has pushed the cost of transport out of the reach of many Nigerians.
2023-09-04 07:21
Teacher suicide exposes parent bullying in S Korea
The tragedy has unleashed a wave of anger from primary school teachers across the country.
2023-09-04 07:17
Minnesota jail in lockdown as 100 inmates refuse to return to cells
Prisoners are reportedly protesting conditions at the facility amid hot conditions.
2023-09-04 06:28