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Kids under eight shouldn’t drink slushies containing glycerol, researchers warn
Glycerol intoxication can cause shock, low blood sugar and loss of consciousness. ...
Could Trump's tariffs trigger a recession in the US? What experts predicting
Tariffs placed by Donald Trump on China, Mexico and Canada have become the cause for concern about whether a recession is coming to the country. Now, many Americans are wondering just how likely a recession is—and what it would mean if the economy were to take
Sister of US Supreme Court's Barrett target of bomb threat, police say
By Nate Raymond Sister of US Supreme Court's Barrett target of bomb threat, police say March 12 - A sister of conservative U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was the target of a bomb threat at her home in Charleston, South Carolina, earlier this
Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle
MANILA, - Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs", in a video message posted on his Facebook account, as he braces for a legal battle at the International Criminal Court. Duterte
Federal student loan website down after layoffs gutted Education Department
An hours-long outage Wednesday on StudentAid.gov, the federal website for student loans and financial aid, underscored the risks in rapidly gutting the Department of Education, as President Donald Trump aims to dismantle the agency. Hundreds of users reported
Australian business turnover growth continues in January: statistics
CANBERRA, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Australia's business turnover rose 0.6 percent in January 2025 in trend terms, which is the sixth consecutive rise, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Thursday.
Trump vows to take back 'stolen' wealth as tariffs on steel and aluminum imports go ...
President Donald Trump openly challenged U.S. allies on Wednesday by increasing tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%, drawing quick retaliation from Europe and Canada. ...
PM calls on Australians to "buy local" after Trump's tariffs
SYDNEY, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on Australians to back local businesses by purchasing homegrown products, rallying behind "Team Australia" in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminum, the
Brazil calls U.S. tariff hikes on steel, aluminum "unjustified and mistaken"
BRASILIA, March 12 (Xinhua) -- Brazil's government on Wednesday called the U.S. decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25 percent an "unjustified
Mexico to decide in April on reciprocal tariffs on US products
Mexico will decide by April 2 whether to impose reciprocal tariffs, after the United States raised duties on all steel and aluminum imports to 25
Dozens of migrants held at Guantanamo flown to the US
The United States has flown all 40 migrants being held at its Guantanamo military base in Cuba to the state of Louisiana, a US defence official said. Washington began flying migrants to the notorious base - best known as a detention facility for
South Korea charges air force pilots with criminal negligence in accidental bombing of village
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korean military
Good news: Pakistan’s travel, tourism projected to generate $4 billion in 2025
Dubai: Pakistan’s travel and tourism industry is on the verge of a major boom, with projections indicating a revenue of over $4 billion by 2025. As the country’s tourism infrastructure improves and the market continues to expand, experts anticipate this sector
Gaza cease-fire talks begin in Doha
CAIRO — A senior Hamas official said a fresh round of Gaza cease-fire talks began on Tuesday in the Qatari capital Doha, with the group approaching the negotiations "positively and responsibly". "A new round of cease-fire negotiations began today," Abdul
Israeli rights group condemns 'Gazafication' of West Bank
An Israeli rights group has accused Israel of "Gazafication" in the West Bank, marked by increased violence involving indiscriminate harm and widespread displacements, as peace negotiators push for the release of more hostages and aid. In their report
Xinhua photos of the day
This photo taken on March 11, 2025 shows a view of London Book Fair in London, Britain. The London Book Fair (LBF), one of the world's premier publishing events, opened on Tuesday, highlighting China's publishing achievements, global collaborations, and
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A volcano near Alaska's largest city could erupt in the coming weeks or months, scientists say ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A volcano near Alaska’s largest city is showing new signs of unrest, with experts saying the likelihood of an eruption at Mount Spurr in the
DG Master of Display Showcase Shines at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
At Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, DG Master of Display showcases’s high-end luxury cabinets that use ultra-white glass to show unparalleled transparency and clarity, making each piece of jewelry shines like a bright pearl. The glass
World Insights: U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum spark global backlash, damage own economy
This photo taken on May 22, 2024 shows the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States. (Xinhua/Liu Jie) Many analysts warn that U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum, along with ongoing tariff threats, are creating uncertainty and disruption in the U.S.
Two-time Olympic champion Axelsen knocked out of Badminton All England
LONDON, March 12 (Xinhua) -- Two-time Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen suffered an opening round exit at the All England Badminton Championships on Wednesday, as the Dane lost to Lin Chun-Yi of Chinese Taipei 19-21, 21-13, 21-11. Axelsen, 31, had
Former Texas megachurch pastor Robert Morris indicted on lewd act charges with 12-year-old
Gateway Church founder Robert Morris resigns Gateway Church founder Robert Morris has resigned after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her beginning when she was just 12 years old. Fox - 4 News An Oklahoma grand jury indicted Texas megachurch founder
Tuberculosis cases rise as U.S. aid freeze halts treatment
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Meltwater, NICE Team Up To Revolutionise Customer Service Via AI-driven Social Media
BUSINESS > NEWS Meltwater, NICE Team Up To Revolutionise Customer Service Via AI-driven Social Media 13/03/2025 10:24 AM KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) --
Mark Carney To Be Sworn In As Canada PM Tomorrow
Mark Carney, 59, was overwhelmingly elected new leader of the Liberal Party, winning 86 percent of more than 150,000 votes cast. ...
‘What’s With These Socks’: Donald Trump Pokes Fun At JD Vance In Oval Office Meeting
Donald Trump said- during a meeting at the White House- that he was distracted by JD Vance’s cream-colored socks with green shamrocks scattered throughout. ...
Global Trade War On The Cards? Trump Threatens More Tariffs On EU & Canada, Draws Retaliation
Donald Trump said he would impose additional penalties if the EU continues with its counter tariffs plan on some US goods next month. ...
South Korea Bans Drones Around Top Court Ahead of Yoon Impeachment Ruling
WORLD > NEWS South Korea Bans Drones Around Top Court Ahead of Yoon Impeachment Ruling 12/03/2025 10:06 PM South Korean
Duterte Could Face Up to 30 Years or Life Imprisonment if Convicted By ICC - Malacanang
WORLD > NEWS Duterte Could Face Up to 30 Years or Life Imprisonment if Convicted By ICC - Malacanang 12/03/2025 09:56 PM Former
