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Asia

Russia and North Korea Open First Road Bridge Across Their Border

(Photo: Handout by the Russian Transport Ministry via AFP)

Russia and North Korea have opened their first road bridge linking the two countries, marking another step in their closer economic and political ties. The bridge spans the Tumen River and was officially opened during a ceremony Monday with officials on both sides. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin took part in the event via video link. The Russian government predicts… Continue reading Russia and North Korea Open First Road Bridge Across Their Border

Business

Jaguar Land Rover to Cut Around 4,000 Jobs Over Two Years

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Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut around 4,000 jobs over the next two years, adding to the growing pressure on Europe’s automotive industry. The planned cuts will amount to about 10% of the British luxury carmaker’s global staff, it said. The majority of JLR’s employees are in the UK, where approximately 34,000 employees work for JLR. Management positions would be… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover to Cut Around 4,000 Jobs Over Two Years

World News

Iran to Announce Restricted Zone Around Strait of Hormuz, Rezaei Says

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. — AFP

Iran will declare a “restricted zone” in the coming days that will cover the Strait of Hormuz and certain areas in the Gulf, Secretary of the country’s Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei said, the Iranian state media reported. Rezaei didn’t elaborate on the planned zone, but indicated that the vessels entering the zone would be on a “sanctions list.… Continue reading Iran to Announce Restricted Zone Around Strait of Hormuz, Rezaei Says

Cricket

Australia Retain Marnus Labuschagne for South Africa Test Tour

Despite his poor form with the bat recently, Australia have retained Marnus Labuschagne in their squad for the three-match Test series in South Africa next month. The team of 16 was revealed on Monday with Labuschagne also in the squad for the Tests in Durban, Gqeberha and Cape Town in October. He missed out on the one-day team for Australia’s… Continue reading Australia Retain Marnus Labuschagne for South Africa Test Tour

Asia

Nepali Woman Found Alive 11 Days After Family Thought She Had Died in Floods

In a dramatic rescue, a 64-year-old Nepali woman was found alive within the mud and debris of her home, buried by devastating floods 11 days ago and her family in disbelief. Chandrika Shrestha came from Betrawati in Nuwakot district of Nepal where she was missing since the disaster on August 26. Her family thought she was dead and had even… Continue reading Nepali Woman Found Alive 11 Days After Family Thought She Had Died in Floods

entertainment

Natalie Portman Welcomes Third Child in Paris

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The 45-year-old actress had her baby in August in Paris. The baby is her first child with French musician and producer Tanguy Destable. The couple hasn’t announced the baby’s name, and Portman hasn’t said much about the birth. Earlier this year, Portman discussed her pregnancy, stating that this phase of her life was the most calming and for which she… Continue reading Natalie Portman Welcomes Third Child in Paris

Football

Gianni Infantino Confirms FIFA Re-election Bid for 2027

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In March 2027, FIFA will stage a presidential election, which Gianni Infantino is aiming to win a second time. FIFA announced that Infantino is sticking around for the re-election, as there is increasing pressure on his leadership and a call for him to step down. In April, Infantino already announced that he would run for re-election, and that his position… Continue reading Gianni Infantino Confirms FIFA Re-election Bid for 2027

Asia

Nepali Woman Rescued Alive 10 Days After Flood Buried Her Home

A 64-year-old woman was rescued alive in the NUWAKOT area of Nepal, 10 days after a huge flood buried her house with mud and debris. Members of Armed Police Force clearing the disaster hit area discovered Chandrika Shrestha on Saturday in Betrawati of Nuwakot district of Nepal. Rescuers pulled the woman out of the buried house, covered in mud. Later,… Continue reading Nepali Woman Rescued Alive 10 Days After Flood Buried Her Home

Football

Messi Assists as Inter Miami Draw 2-2 With Atlanta United

Lionel Messi made his comeback to club football on Saturday, helping Inter Miami even the score in a rain-soaked MLS match in Florida against Atlanta United. It was Messi’s first game since he announced his departure from the Argentina national team earlier this week. Heavy rain and lightning delayed the start of the match for over 90 minutes, but Messi… Continue reading Messi Assists as Inter Miami Draw 2-2 With Atlanta United

World News

Putin Holds Talks With Trump Envoys on Ukraine War

Russian President Vladimir Putin held more than three hours of talks with US representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Moscow on Saturday as Washington continued efforts to find a way to end the war in Ukraine. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said the meeting was useful and that the two US envoys presented several ideas on possible ways to reach… Continue reading Putin Holds Talks With Trump Envoys on Ukraine War