The UK economy unexpectedly failed to grow in July, following no growth in June, according to official data. Analysts had predicted a modest rise...
Typhoon Yagi kills over 150 in Vietnam
The death toll from Typhoon Yagi has climbed to 152 in Vietnam, according to official estimates, as one of the nation’s largest rivers, the...
India facing acute shortage of fish ahead of festivals
As West Bengal prepares for its largest celebration, Durga Puja, Indians in the state may face a shortage of hilsa, their beloved fish. This...
How successful is outdoor smoking ban in Australia, UK?
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has suggested tightening outdoor smoking regulations to reduce preventable tobacco-related deaths and alleviate pressure on the NHS. The...
US election polls: Who can win- Harris or Trump?
On 5 November, voters across the US will head to the polls to choose their next president. Originally, the election was set to be...
Germany plans to expand border checks after stabbing
Germany plans to expand border checks following a knife attack in Solingen in August, which left three people dead. The suspect, a Syrian national...
EU orders Apple to pay €13bn tax
Apple has been ordered by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) to pay €13bn (£11bn; $14bn) in unpaid taxes to Ireland. The European Commission...
7-Eleven owner rejects buyout offer of $38bn
The Japanese company that owns 7-Eleven has turned down a $38 billion (£29.2 billion) takeover bid from Canadian competitor Alimentation Couche-Tard. In a letter...
Can Australia’s surf beaches boost economy?
Surfing was first introduced to Australia over a century ago and has since evolved into both a cultural phenomenon and a booming industry. Research...