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In a bold move that could reshape the tech industry, the US Department of Justice plans to ask a federal judge to force Google to sell off its Chrome web browser, marking the most aggressive antitrust action against a technology giant since the government’s failed attempt to break up Microsoft Corp. two decades ago. The […]

In Shanghai’s dimly lit pubs and Beijing’s buzzing bars, a new intellectual movement is brewing. Dubbed “academic pubs,” these informal gatherings are drawing China’s urban youth eager for open discussions on topics ranging from state-building to feminism and ancient Chinese art in a country where censorship has tightened the public sphere. At one such event […]

In a historic shift, India has overtaken China to become the largest sender of international students to the United States, with enrollment surging 23% in the 2023-2024 academic year, according to the Open Doors report by the Institute of International Education (IIE). This milestone marks the first time since 2009 that India has led in […]

For nearly two years, the world’s leading tech companies have proclaimed that AI will revolutionize the web, transform our lives, and reshape the world. But first, they’re starting with the humble search engine. The pairing of chatbots and search seems ideal. Traditional Google searches interpret queries and pull up relevant results, while advanced chatbots synthesize […]

In a landmark development, Pakistan’s first direct cargo ship to Bangladesh in five decades docked at Chittagong port on November 11, signalling a historic thaw in bilateral relations that has raised concerns in India over potential strategic realignments in South Asia. The vessel, sailing under a Panamanian flag from Karachi, marks a significant milestone in […]

The world’s two most-populous nations, China and India, started opening to the global economy around the same time in the early 1990s. Both achieved rapid economic growth and lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty, yet today, China’s per capita income, adjusted for purchasing power, is more than double India’s. What factors explain this divergence? […]

Before Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 presidential race, he had already made waves with his outspoken stance on Prince Harry’s move to the United States. Trump has been vocal about his displeasure with the Duke of Sussex, even threatening to have him deported over questions surrounding his immigration status. The immigration showdown AOL […]

In a stunning political shift, Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 U.S. presidential race, marking the beginning of a new and uncertain era for America and the world. According to Philstar, his crushing win was sealed on Wednesday (Oct 7), as Vice President Kamala Harris delivered an emotional concession speech in Washington, vowing to […]

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 […]