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ECB starts preparation for digital euro in multi-year project

The European Central Bank (ECB) took a further step on Wednesday towards launching a digital version of the euro that would let people in the 20 countries that share the single currency make electronic payments securely and free of charge. The ECB said it would start a two-year “preparation phase” for the digital euro on […]

AirAsia boss Tony Fernandes criticised for posting topless photo of himself getting massage during meeting

AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes has been criticised for posting a photo of himself getting a massage during a meeting. Mr Fernandes shared the image on LinkedIn with the caption: “Was a stressful week and Veranita Yosephine suggested a massage. “Got to love Indonesia and AirAsia culture that I can have a massage and do a […]

Hewa Rahimpur: Gang leader who smuggled up to 10,000 migrants across Channel jailed

A man granted asylum in east London has been convicted of helping to lead a criminal gang that smuggled up to 10,000 people across the Channel. Hewa Rahimpur, 30, was sentenced to 11 years in prison and fined €80,000 at a court in Bruges, Belgium. He was convicted in one of the biggest people-smuggling trials […]

Tim Cook Lands In China As Huawei Eats Apple’s Lunch

Tim Cook has made a surprise visit to China this week. Apple is definitely worried about the drop in sales of iPhone 15 which has allowed local giant Huawei to get more demand from consumers. Apple has seen massive demand for the new iPhone 15 series models in most countries except one of its important […]

OnePlus 12 will reportedly carry the brightest smartphone screen in the U.S.

The Pixel 8 Pro‘s “Super Actua” display has fixed another pain point that Pixel users had with previous models. The 6.7-inch screen is currently the brightest in the U.S. with a maximum reading of 2,400 nits. Not only is that brighter than the 1,750 peak nits available on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, but it also […]

Politics Briefing: Prime Minister calls deadly explosion at Gaza hospital ‘absolutely unacceptable,’ a breach of war rules

Hello, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has provided initial Canadian reaction to news that hundreds of people have been killed in an explosion Tuesday at a hospital in Gaza City. “The news coming out of Gaza is horrific and absolutely unacceptable,” Trudeau told journalists as he arrived for Question Period. “International humanitarian and international law needs […]

How DeSantis’ ban on Chinese homeownership has affected buyers and real estate agents 3 months in

Three months after Florida banned many Chinese citizens from owning property, some real estate agents say they are losing business as families across the state are walking away from deals. Longtime Florida resident Kristen Zhang was thrilled when last year her parents in China decided to buy a new house nearby, built from the ground […]

Morning Report: Jiri Prochazka explains why Alex Pereira is ‘not a good martial artist’

Jiri Prochazka is coming for the belt he never lost. UFC 295 will take place in the historic Madison Square Garden next month, featuring two highly-anticipated title fights in the promotion’s heaviest weight classes. In the main event, Jon Jones is booked to square off opposite former two-time heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic as he now […]

Apple CEO Tim Cook Visits China Amid Reports of Lower iPhone 15 Sales

Apple CEO Tim Cook has made a surprise visit to China amid reports that iPhone 15 sales are down in the country compared to last year’s iPhone 14 models (via Bloomberg). Cook visited an Apple’s Taikoo Li store in Chengdu to watch a local gaming tournament for the major Tencent game “Honor of Kings” and […]

Why won’t any of my fellow eco-protesters speak against Just Stop Oil?

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Malaysia pulls out of Frankfurt Book Fair citing organisers’ pro-Israel stance

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Reuters) – Malaysia’s education ministry has withdrawn from participating in this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair, accusing the organisers of taking a pro-Israel stance, amid growing global divisions over the ongoing conflict between Israeli and Palestinian forces. The move by Malaysia to pull out of what is considered the world’s largest trade […]

Malaysia pulls out of Frankfurt Book Fair citing organisers’ pro-Israel stance

Malaysia’s education ministry has withdrawn from participating in this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair, accusing the organisers of taking a pro-Israel stance, amid growing global divisions over the ongoing conflict between Israeli and Palestinian forces. The move by Malaysia to pull out of what is considered the world’s largest trade fair for books came after literary […]

Hong Kong court rules that gay couples get equal housing rights

HONG KONG, Oct 17 (Reuters) – A Hong Kong court on Tuesday dismissed a government bid to deny same-sex married couples the right to rent and own public housing saying that it was “discriminatory in nature” and a complete denial of such couples’ rights. The ruling by Hong Kong’s Court of Appeal is the latest […]

Clashes at Lebanon-Israel border raise fears of wider war

Southern Lebanon CNN — On the face of it, the crossfire on Lebanon’s border with Israel appears marginal, dwarfed by the scale and intensity of the Hamas-Israel war further south. The fighting has stayed within a roughly 4-kilometer (2.5-mile) radius of either side of the demarcation line, with at least 13 people killed since last […]

HEADLINES: Rafah crossing only way out for Filipinos | Oct. 17, 2023

Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Tuesday, October 17, 2023. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: Rafah crossing only way out for Filipinos Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for […]

Federal judge to consider gag order on Trump in 2020 election interference case – US politics live

Jim Jordan has told CNN that he will force a floor vote tomorrow at noon for House speaker. The Ohio representative previously walked back a stance that he would only call a vote if he reached the necessary 217 votes. Jordan told CNN that his stance changed due to fighting between Israel and Hamas. “You […]

First Thing: Israeli occupation of Gaza would be big mistake, says Joe Biden

Good morning. Any move by Israel to occupy Gaza with troops would be a “big mistake”, Joe Biden has said, amid hopes that the territory’s border with Egypt would open to allow aid in, as Israeli troops continued to prepare for a ground invasion. In an interview with 60 Minutes on Sunday, Biden said he […]

Governments repatriate citizens from Israel

Oct 13 (Reuters) – Governments around the world have arranged repatriation flights from Tel Aviv in reaction to the conflict in Israel. Here is a list of the governments that have organised chartered flights and repatriation schemes to help their citizens leave Israel: ARGENTINA The Argentinian foreign ministry said on Oct. 12 on social media […]

Judge to consider imposing gag order on Trump in 2020 election interference case

A federal judge is expected to consider on Monday whether to impose a limited gag order on Donald Trump in the criminal case over his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, potentially restricting what he can say about potential trial witnesses and prosecutors. The decision for US district judge Tanya Chutkan at […]

How India averted a Gaza-like situation in Kashmir

The world stands in shock and awe. Even though the conflict between Israel and Palestine is not news for anybody, the recent terrorist attack by Hamas on the Israeli citizens and the Israeli retaliation on the Gaza strip have rejuvenated a high decibel debate within the Indian society. An average Indian citizen has no direct […]

Former Miss World contestant dies aged 26 after two-year-long cancer battle as heartbroken family pay tribute

A FORMER Miss World contestant has died at just 26-years-old after a two-year battle with cancer. Sherika De Armas sadly passed away this week as her heartbroken family and friends paid tribute to a wonderful lady. 5 Sherika De Armas, 26, tragically passed away after a two year battle with cancerCredit: Jam Press 5 The […]

How Global Biofuel Alliance is invigorating energy security worldwide

In a historic move, Bharat has taken a giant stride aiming towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly energy future for the world with the establishment of the Global Biofuel Alliance at the G20 Leaders Summit. This ambitious initiative aims to bring countries together to expand and create new markets for sustainable biofuels, fostering collaboration in […]

RCMP investigations and political apologies: What’s happening at Ontario’s Queen’s Park

Members of Provincial Parliament may not have been sitting at Queen’s Park this week, but that doesn’t mean there was a shortage of Ontario news. Here’s what you need to know: RCMP investigation The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) launched an investigation into allegations surrounding the provincial government’s decision to open up parts of the […]

Palestinians stream south in Gaza as Israel urges mass evacuation and stages brief ground incursions

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Desperate Palestinians scrambled for escape from northern Gaza on Saturday or huddled by the thousands at a hospital in the target zone in hopes it would be spared, as Israel intensified warnings of an imminent offensive by air, ground and sea following Hamas militants’ deadly rampage in Israel a […]

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Growing demand among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) drives market growth – Technavio – Jimmys Post

NEW YORK , Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Malaysia – Data Center Market size is projected to increase by USD 2.90 billion, accelerating at a CAGR of 16.15% during the forecast period. The market is experiencing significant growth, primarily due to the increasing demand from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In Malaysia, micro, small, and medium enterprises […]

How To Deal With Guilt When Your Homeland Is Under Attack

LOADINGERROR LOADING For people who have family, friends or roots in Israel or the Gaza Strip but don’t live there themselves, it’s been almost impossible to grapple with the events of the past week while continuing to go about daily life. The majority of casualties in the Israel-Hamas war thus far have been civilians. For […]

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