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In a critical development impacting cross-border energy flows, India’s Adani Group has reduced electricity supplies to Bangladesh by up to 50% from its 1,600-megawatt Godda coal-fired plant, threatening a full suspension of power exports if overdue payments are not resolved. The conglomerate, owned by billionaire Gautam Adani, has set a deadline of November 7 for […]

Donald Trump became only the second American president to return to power after losing an election — a feat pulled off only by Grover Cleveland in 1893. Trump’s running mate, JD Vance, called it “the greatest political comeback in US history”, but many people saw it coming — from Elon Musk, who spent millions supporting […]

Major Chinese-owned solar factories in Vietnam are scaling back operations and laying off workers. This shift comes in response to the expansion of U.S. trade tariffs targeting Vietnam and three other Southeast Asian nations. According to a Reuters report, as these factories cut production, new Chinese-owned solar plants are rapidly emerging in neighboring Indonesia and […]

Robert “Boo Lee” Williams remains in shock days after the arrest of a well-known basketball coach and two assistant principals from Houston’s historic Black high schools in an alleged teacher certification fraud scandal. In a statement to CNN, Williams said “It brought me to tears,” a proud alumnus of Jack Yates Senior High. “We’re fighting […]

As Election Day approaches, many American parents are exploring options to secure childcare to help them cast their votes without stress. According to ABC News, innovative initiatives in several states are making it easier—and even free—for parents to go to the polls while ensuring their children are cared for. Free election day childcare In North […]

A recent survey conducted by the Gallup International Association across 43 countries has unveiled a fascinating insight into global perspectives on the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The poll indicates that 54% of respondents would vote for Kamala Harris, compared to just 26% for Donald Trump. However, the anticipated election outcome appears much closer, with 47% believing […]

As the U.S. election approaches, an increasing number of affluent Americans are contemplating leaving the country, driven by fears of political and social unrest regardless of the election outcome, according to immigration attorneys. According to NBC News, legal experts and advisors catering to high-net-worth families report a surge in demand for second passports and long-term […]

Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus has declared there is “no place” for the Awami League in the country’s politics, characterizing the party of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as having “all the characteristics of fascism”. In an exclusive interview with the Financial Times, the 84-year-old Nobel Peace Prize laureate signalled a tough stance against Bangladesh’s […]

People are being asked to sign an online petition in Singapore requesting the Government to recognize the State of Palestine. Two former ruling party lawmakers and five former members of parliament have already signed the petition along with a group of eminent people, including academics, authors and actors. The appeal was launched by Lepak Conversations, […]

What a difference four weeks can make in politics, as the Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba discovered to his cost. The election he precipitated as soon as he came to office this month has turned out to be his Waterloo. His Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which has ruled Japan for 65 of the 69 years […]

A growing number of young Indians are undertaking perilous journeys to enter the United States illegally, reflecting a stark disconnect between India’s image as a rising economic powerhouse and the harsh realities faced by its youth. Government data shows that illegal Indian entries into the US have skyrocketed from 8,027 in fiscal year 2018-2019 to […]

In an unprecedented legal standoff, Russia is targeting tech giant Google with a staggering demand for over 2 undecillion rubles—an amount so colossal it features a “2” followed by an astounding 36 zeroes. A penalty so huge it overshadows global economy In a CNN report, this exorbitant fine, roughly equivalent to $20 decillion or $20 […]

When celebrities and athletes achieve fame, the next logical step is often to turn that fame into fortune. However, featured in a Moneywise report, billionaire investor Mark Cuban warned those looking to invest their newfound wealth. During a recent episode of the “Club Shay Shay” podcast with Shannon Sharpe, Cuban advised against investing in trendy […]

As the 2024 presidential campaign heats up, former President Donald Trump is navigating a complex relationship with Project 2025—a controversial blueprint developed by conservative activists outlining an ambitious agenda for his potential second term. While Trump has sought to distance himself from the project, the extent to which he and his allies might adopt its […]

In the vibrant heart of Macao, Simon Sio’s childhood memories are woven into the fabric of the city’s history. Growing up in modest surroundings directly across the iconic Hotel Central, a luxurious establishment that opened in 1928, Sio’s fascination with this grand structure began early. The hotel quickly became a social hub for celebrities and […]