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US Presidential Election Series: Forget August, race will be tight

Aug 12, 2016 13:01 pm UTC| Commentary Politics

Many of the political pundits are calling that the end for Donald Trump has begun. After August feud, in which Mr. Trump got into acontroversy with the parents of a Muslim soldier who was slain in Iraq. The parents called...

Modi's plan to transform India has yet to reach the streets of his home state

Aug 12, 2016 09:07 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Narendra Modi always had big plans for India. Born into poverty, he won a landslide general election victory in 2014, projecting his message across remote villages using wall-to-wall social media. Often appearing as a...

US Election Series

US Election Series: Betting odds are shifting sharply against Trump

Aug 11, 2016 11:49 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Donald Trump, the U.S. Presidential candidate of the Republican Party just cant shift the odds and polls that are moving against him. Over the past week, Mr. Trump put a tremendous effort to swing the public mood by...

An ageing emperor steps down – and leaves Japan at an awkward crossroads

Aug 10, 2016 15:42 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Emperor Akihitos recent statement to the Japanese nation had been anticipated for some time, but it was nonetheless a startling moment. Akihito refrained from uttering the a-word, but the message was clear: he wants to...

Local elections show that South Africa's women continue to play second fiddle

Aug 10, 2016 14:59 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Three events converge in August in South Africa: the 60th anniversary of the march by women to the Union Buildings; the finalisation of the local government elections; and the tenth anniversary of the trial of President...

Can big data studies know your thoughts and predict who will win an election?

Aug 09, 2016 06:56 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology Politics

Who will win the battle for the White House to become the next President of the United States is a topic of hot debate. Much of that debate is taking place online, with plenty of people blogging, tweeting or updating...

US Election Series

video How labor's decline opened door to billionaire Trump as 'savior' of American workers

Aug 08, 2016 04:54 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics Economy

Out of the economic maelstrom of the last decade, Donald Trump has emerged as the improbable, and self-proclaimed, champion of American workers. And thats despite the fact that Trump has failed to articulate substantive...

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Economy

Oil Prices Fall After Biggest Weekly Surge in 2024 Amid Middle East Tensions

Oil prices dipped in early trading on Monday, following their largest weekly surge in over a year, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures fell by 0.5% to $77.62 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas...

Rio Tinto Explores Potential $6 Billion Acquisition of Arcadium Lithium Amid Market Slump

Rio Tinto Considers Buying Arcadium Lithium Amid Price Drop Global mining giant Rio Tinto has confirmed discussions to acquire lithium producer Arcadium Lithium, aiming to enhance its presence in the lithium supply...

China Pauses Gold Buying Amidst Price Surge for Fifth Month

Chinas Gold Reserves Steady; Value Rises with Market Trends Chinas central bank refrained from purchasing additional gold for the fifth consecutive month in September due to rising gold prices, as per official data....

Oil Prices Dip Amid Middle East Tensions & Positive U.S. Data

Oil Prices Decline After Middle East Tensions Surge Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Monday, following a significant rally last week. Brent crude futures dropped 0.5% to $77.64 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate...

Vietnam Targets 7.6%-8% Economic Growth in Q4 2024 Amid Strong Q3 Results

Vietnam Sets Ambitious Economic Growth Target for Q4 2024 Vietnam is striving for robust economic growth in the final quarter of 2024, intending to expand its GDP by 7.6%-8%, according to the countrys planning minister....

Politics

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Separated?

Rumors are swirling again about the state of Donald and Melania Trumps marriage, with many questioning whether the couple has quietly separated. According to insiders, the former president and the former first lady have...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Happily Married?

Rumors surrounding Donald Trump and Melania Trumps relationship have circulated for years, with many questioning whether their marriage is truly happy or merely a façade. Despite public appearances, sources close to...

Are Donald Trump's Parents Alive?

Donald Trumps rise to the presidency has been a widely discussed chapter in American political history, but what about the people who shaped him? Are Donald Trumps parents still alive? The answer may surprise those who...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Getting a Divorce? Insider Reveals ‘Melania Is Ready to Walk Away'

Rumors about Donald Trump and Melania Trump heading for divorce have been circulating for years, but the chatter has only intensified in recent months. From speculations about Melanias absence at key events to reports of...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Together?

Speculation about the status of Donald Trump and Melania Trumps marriage has been swirling for years. The former president and first lady, despite being thrust into the spotlight during Trumps presidency, have always...

Science

SpaceX Prepares to Launch NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter’s Moon Next Week

SpaceX is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of NASAs Europa Clipper mission to Jupiters moon, Europa, next week. After overcoming recent Falcon 9 setbacks, SpaceX has encapsulated the satellite within the Falcon...

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

SpaceX and T-Mobile Begin Testing Starlink Cellular Satellite Service Ahead of 2025 Launch

SpaceX and T-Mobile have reportedly initiated tests for their highly anticipated Starlink Cellular satellite service. Speculation emerged after users noticed satellite activity on their phones, fueling excitement ahead of...

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Technology

China Denies Massive Hack as US Telecom Giants Report Major Data Breach in Court Systems

A Chinese hacking group reportedly breached US telecom companies Verizon, ATT, and Lumen, accessing data from government surveillance systems. The Wall Street Journal reports that hackers maintained control of these...

Ethereum’s Bold Move: 50% Speed Boost, Block Delays Slashed, and Lower Fees in Sight!

Ethereums latest game-changing proposal, EIP-7781, promises to slash block delays by 33% while increasing network throughput by 50%. The upgrade is set to revolutionize Ethereums transaction speeds and reduce fees across...

Bitcoin ETFs on Brink of Toppling Satoshi Nakamoto’s Legendary $68 Billion BTC Fortress

With 4.68% of Bitcoins total supply now under their control, Bitcoin ETFs are set to topple Satoshi Nakamotos legendary $68.2 billion BTC holdings this month, marking a monumental moment for the crypto world. Bitcoin...

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price on the Brink? Bollinger Bands Reveal Intriguing Twist

Shiba Inu (SHIB) might be gearing up for a significant price movement as it rises above the Bollinger Bands average. Despite a recent dip, bullish indicators suggest a potential upward trend if key levels hold. SHIB...

UAE Ends VAT on Crypto Transactions: Huge Win for Virtual Asset Companies

The UAE has scrapped value-added tax on crypto transfers and conversions, a landmark move retroactive to 2018. Virtual asset companies can now recover previously paid VAT and benefit from the countrys evolving...