Ideal travel suggestions for your short getaways in India and elsewhere for the 2025 long weekend calendar
There will be plenty of long weekends in 2025, making it the ideal time of year for everyone to travel. With our help, strategically plan your trips for every vacation.With just a few well-timed weekend getaways, you'll be ready for your 2025 mini-vacation! The 2025 long weekend schedule is broken out in this guide, along with the top travel destinations in India and overseas for each holiday. Make the most of your vacation time by using this roadmap to plan ahead, pack your bags, and purchase your tickets. Life is too short to miss these fantastic travel opportunities, after all! Additionally, Skyscanner now offers the cheapest flights to your preferred location. Let's examine all of the extended weekends in 2025 and how to maximize them!Discover 2025's lengthy weekends! Get comprehensive details about festivals, holidays, and the ideal times to take time off to prolong your weekend. Make the most of these chances to relax and visit fascinating places by planning your travels in advance.
Published 23 Jan 2025 10:30 PM
Is Northeast India becoming a popular tourism destination at last?
The Northeast is becoming a more popular tourism destination, according to both experts and data.Nestled in the most remote region of the nation, Northeast India was kept a secret for many years. Being from here, I wasn't surprised when people asked me where I was from after I mentioned Assam. Indeed, cynical remarks such as "Assam is not a part of India" were regrettably not unusual.To the evolving times Rich traditions, a thriving culinary industry, and captivating vistas may all be found in the Northeast. However, in India's tourism story, the seven sisters and a brother—Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim—frequently took a backseat. However, things are evolving. For all the right reasons, tourists are finally realizing this area's attractiveness. According to a recent New York Times study, Assam is the fourth must-see place in the world. Assam is highlighted in the report as a location free of crowds that is becoming more well-known worldwide and experiencing easier access.Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, was named the most popular location for Indian tourists this year in another research called the 'Travel Trends research 2025', which was published by the travel website Skyscanner. This pattern implies that the Northeast is not only being explored by Indians but is also growing in popularity among tourists from other countries.Interest and demand for visiting the northeastern states have significantly increased since the outbreak. The region has actually not only returned to pre-pandemic travel levels, but has even exceeded them, according to data. In 2022, 118.45 lakh domestic tourists visited the northeastern states, up from 95 lakh in 2019, according to preliminary figures from the Government of India's Ministry of Tourism. It looks like this upward trend is continuing, and more rises are anticipated.
Published 17 Jan 2025 05:14 PM
The PM claims that concentrating only on commerce in the South Pacific won't help New Zealand "get rich."
Important Points The most recent nation to enter into an economic alliance with the United Arab Emirates is New Zealand. The prime minister of New Zealand told CNBC that in order to find economic prospects, the South Pacific island nation must go outside of its immediate area. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon sees an opportunity to increase bilateral trade between the UAE and New Zealand through the free trade agreement inked on Monday.As the South Pacific island nation forges an economic alliance with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the prime minister of New Zealand told CNBC that the nation must search for trade prospects outside of its immediate borders. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon views the free trade agreement, officially known as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), as an opportunity to increase bilateral trade between the two nations and positions the United Arab Emirates as one of the Middle East's biggest marketplaces.Luxon told CNBC Monday, "We have a long-standing relationship that dates back more than 40 years of diplomatic recognition, and the opportunity now is to deepen and broaden the economic relationship. "The signing of the CEPA and the bilateral investment treaty is crucial because, in reality, these two small, developed economies share many values and similarities, and we hope to be able to collaborate and strengthen our relationship.
Published 15 Jan 2025 07:59 PM
CY24 saw a 38% increase in M&A activity in India, with a $35 billion IPO pipeline.
Indian conglomerates and international private equity investors were the main drivers of India's 38% increase in M&A activity in CY24, which reached $109 billion. With an active IPO pipeline, the equity capital market raised $74 billion. India is becoming a preferred monetization option for MNCs.Mumbai: In CY24, India's M&A activity increased by 38% to $109 billion from $79 billion the previous year. A research by Kotak Mahindra Investment Bank claims that this increase is indicative of strong investor confidence in India's growth story. Indian conglomerates and international private equity investors were the main drivers of India's 38% increase in M&A activity in CY24, which reached $109 billion. With an active IPO pipeline, the equity capital market raised $74 billion.
Published 13 Jan 2025 09:49 PM
On the controversy surrounding the Melbourne concert, Neha Kakkar breaks her silence, saying, "Performed Absolutely Free, Organisers Ran Away."
Finally addressing the controversy surrounding her Melbourne show, singer Neha Kakkar has disclosed the specifics of what transpired that day. When Neha came three hours late for her Melbourne show, the irate audience jeered her and told her to leave. She broke down on stage and apologized to the audience in a video that went viral. Neha has now disclosed that her band was not given access to basic amenities like food, lodging, or water, and that the organizers fled without being paid. She claimed that because her fans were waiting for her, they nevertheless went on stage for the performance in spite of everything. Neha revealed that she didn't even know the concert was going since the organizers stopped returning her managers' calls, and that the sound check was also postponed because the vendor wasn't paid. Neha Kakkar finally spoke out about the situation in a recent Instagram post, writing, "They said she came three hours late. Did they even ask once what happened to her, what did they do to her and her band? I didn't even tell anyone what had happened to us when I talked on stage because I didn't want anyone to be hurt because I'm not the one who should punish people, but now that it's in my name, I had to speak up. Here it is, then.Neha went on, "Are you all aware that I gave my Melbourne audience a completely free performance? My money and others were stolen by the organizers. My band didn't even receive water, food, or lodging. My spouse went with his boys to feed them.
Published 28 Mar 2025 10:27 PM
Could you pass a year 10 civics test? Only 28% of Australian students can
Australian year 10 students’ understanding of civics has dropped to a record low. How does your knowledge stack up?Australian students’ understanding of civics education has fallen to a record low, a national test indicates. The test, held by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (Acara) to measure “attitudes and engagement” with civics and citizenship, found 43% of year 6 students met the proficient standard, compared with 53% in 2019.Just 28% of year 10 students met the proficient standard, a fall from 38% in 2019 and the lowest level since assessments began in 2004. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email A parliamentary committee this month recommended the rollout of a universal and mandatory civics and citizenship curriculum, noting Australia’s system of compulsory voting and a precarious environment in which “democracies around the world … are facing rising disengagement, distrust … misinformation and disinformation”.Acara’s example online test for year 10 students veered into the philosophical, covering topics from multiculturalism to protest laws.
Published 19 Feb 2025 09:52 PM
Ideal travel suggestions for your short getaways in India and elsewhere for the 2025 long weekend calendar
There will be plenty of long weekends in 2025, making it the ideal time of year for everyone to travel. With our help, strategically plan your trips for every vacation.With just a few well-timed weekend getaways, you'll be ready for your 2025 mini-vacation! The 2025 long weekend schedule is broken out in this guide, along with the top travel destinations in India and overseas for each holiday. Make the most of your vacation time by using this roadmap to plan ahead, pack your bags, and purchase your tickets. Life is too short to miss these fantastic travel opportunities, after all! Additionally, Skyscanner now offers the cheapest flights to your preferred location. Let's examine all of the extended weekends in 2025 and how to maximize them!Discover 2025's lengthy weekends! Get comprehensive details about festivals, holidays, and the ideal times to take time off to prolong your weekend. Make the most of these chances to relax and visit fascinating places by planning your travels in advance.
Published 23 Jan 2025 10:30 PM
Are you concerned about your child's move from daycare to big school It can be easier with music.
On the first day of "big school," your youngster is crying uncontrollably and clinging to your leg at the school gate. You don't understand. There was a lot of enthusiasm and anticipation in the weeks before this day; uniforms were eagerly tried on and school supplies were sourced and labeled. Your youngster is accustomed to the idea of a drop-off because they have been attending daycare for years. However, something seems strange today, and you realize you're not alone when you see other parents going through similar separation difficulties.No matter how much we prepare for it, the move from daycare to big school is not always easy. According to a recent poll conducted by early learning educators Young Academics, 42% of parents reported that their child had difficulty making the transition from daycare to major school, and 72% of parents worry that their children are not ready for school. Young Academics and The Wiggles collaborated to improve their curriculum by adding music-based materials that support children's growth in self-assurance, emotional fortitude, and academic and creative abilities.However, is this a workable strategy and is it generalizable? Indeed, according to Dr. Steffen A. Herff, head of the Sydney Music, Mind, and Body Lab at the University of Sydney's Sydney Conservatorium of Music. According to him, music can help young children make the transition from daycare to big school in a number of ways, including by facilitating their expression and communication and serving as a "powerful tool to foster social bonding."In addition to promoting memory, inventiveness, and higher order thinking, he asserts that "music, dance, and other art forms have remarkable abilities in terms of regulating emotions." Crucially, they also provide a simple route to shared enculturation, which can greatly contribute to a feeling of kinship and belonging with individuals or locations you may have only recently encountered.
Published 21 Jan 2025 09:04 PM
"Why is everyone trying to....?" A viral post sparks intense controversy as an NRI in Canada claims that India's lifestyle is superior.
For many years, thousands of Indians were drawn to nations like Canada by the promise of a better life overseas, complete with better education, greater wages, and a more pleasant way of life. However, a subtle reversal is in progress. Due to changing ground realities and personal priorities, an increasing number of non-resident Indians (NRIs) are reconsidering the international dream and moving back home. In one such tale, a professional from Canada explained why, only a year after relocating, he is prepared to return to India.The user claimed he no longer sees "big benefits staying in Canada" after moving here with his wife and child last year while on a closed work permit."I entered Canada last year with a closed work permit, accompanied by my spouse and child. While we were both employed in India, we managed to save 30 LPA, or $50,000 CAD. I think India offers a better lifestyle than here, after a year in Canada," he wrote. Please understand that even if we both work, we will still be able to save $100,000 CAD. I can't think of a compelling reason why my friends and coworkers chose to settle here. Canada's advantages Free medical treatment (but he thinks Indian insurance can cover this as well) The only obvious benefit is free schooling. bigger automobiles and residences (which he believes are superfluous) Respect from family members (something he doesn't appreciate) Potential wealth following seven to eight years of a typical 9–5 workdayAdvantages in India The weather is pleasant. Cultural heritage and closeness to family Capacity to look after parents Improved digestion and food Possibility of starting a side business Support from the family when raising childrenHe questioned whether he was passing up a great chance and asked, "Why is everyone trying so hard to settle abroad?" The post elicited a diverse range of reactions. Canada, according to one user, provides a far better work-life balance. "The majority of my Indian friends don't have set job schedules... Traveling abroad is more convenient and you have more financial flexibility when you earn in dollars.
Published 31 Mar 2025 08:26 PM
Canada eliminates the PGWP's field of study requirement for foreign students.
By eliminating the field of study criterion, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship department of the Government of Canada has made it easier for international students to get a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). In 2024, the mandate was implemented for Canadian institutions, but not for colleges. The change was made in order to give the nation's international education system more scrutiny.According to Larissa Bezo, CEO of the Canadian Bureau for International Education, the PGWP field of study criterion will no longer be met by graduates of the nation's college degree programs.By eliminating the field of study criterion, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship department of the Government of Canada has made it easier for international students to get a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). In 2024, the mandate was implemented for Canadian institutions, but not for colleges.Prior to now, in order to be eligible for a PGWP, students had to have completed programs in particular subjects linked to long-term shortage occupations. The restriction will no longer be in effect, though, as a result of this recent development, giving overseas students more options for employment in Canada once their studies are over. Students must still demonstrate competency in either French or English, meeting Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French or Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 7 in English across all four language domains.
Published 19 Mar 2025 04:41 PM
Trump prioritizes deportations and climate rollbacks on his first full day in office.
In an attempt to establish his mark on his new administration on issues ranging from energy to criminal pardons and immigration, U.S. President Donald Trump released a slew of executive orders and directives on Monday, January 20, 2025.Trump started his immigration crackdown, removed the US from the Paris Climate Accords, attempted to keep TikTok operating in the US, and reversed hundreds of previous President Joe Biden's initiatives with his initial rounds of executive orders and memoranda. He granted hundreds of people pardons for their involvement in the attack on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. As Congress gathered to confirm Biden's 2020 victory over Trump, the president granted pardons late Monday to over 1,500 individuals convicted or charged with crimes related to the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol, as he had repeatedly promised during the 2024 campaign.Separately, Trump directed that federal cases targeting Biden administration political opponents—that is, Trump supporters—be discontinued. Although he said on Monday that he would stop using federal law enforcement as a weapon, his actions appeared to be solely intended to benefit his supporters.
Published 21 Jan 2025 08:39 PM
Trump's threat of tariffs forces auto suppliers to reconsider their manufacturing schedules.
Reuters, January 9, Las Vegas According to industry officials at CES in Las Vegas, international car suppliers are calculating how much of their production can be shifted to the United States or near it as a defense against tariffs proposed by President-elect Donald Trump.Eight years of U.S. protectionism have already been experienced by the auto sector, starting with actual and threatened tariffs during Trump's first term and continuing with more duties and the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act under President Joe Biden. The majority of the policies were directly targeted against China, especially the Biden administration's plan to prohibit Chinese hardware and software from being used in automobiles on American roads. Trump, however, has pledged to go much farther, enacting a 60% tax on Chinese goods and a 10% general charge on imports into the US from around the world. He specifically promised in late November that when he takes office on January 20, he will impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico.In addition to making many vehicle parts made in lower-cost markets unfeasible, such high tariffs would be difficult to pass on to customers and, in the case of China, would make it nearly impossible to sell goods in the United States."Anyone can do the math," Paul Thomas, head of North America for Bosch (ROBG.UL), the largest auto parts supplier in the world, told Reuters. "If it's 10%, 20%, 60% (tariffs) ... you have to say, 'OK, how many scenarios make sense for that and which ones do we act on?'" "We've already started on a few of those even before he (Trump) will take office." Thomas provided a hypothetical example of a generic electronic control unit that Bosch might currently produce in Malaysia or a comparable market while stating that "we're looking at doing that in Mexico or Brazil... areas where we have a footprint already," while speaking on the fringes of the CES tech conference.
Published 09 Jan 2025 10:09 PM
Nishino Hideaki Hermen Hulst will remain as head of PlayStation Studios after being promoted to sole CEO of SIE.
As part of a leadership change at Sony and PlayStation, Hideaki Nishino has been named as the sole CEO and president of Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). Sony said Tuesday that Nishino, who was named SIE co-CEO in charge of Platform Business Group in June 2024, will start his new position on April 1, 2025. Hermen Hulst, who was named PlayStation's co-CEO in charge of Studio Business Group last year, will now report to Nishino rather than sharing leadership of SIE as a result of the leadership change. However, Sony stated that Hulst will remain in charge of PlayStation Studios. The firm stated in a news statement that Nishino was named CEO of the Platform Business Group with effect from June 1, 2024, joining Hermen Hulst as CEO of the Studio Business Group. This represents an evolution intended to maximize synergies across SIE, which was announced in May 2024.The Sony Group Names a New CEO The parent company of PlayStation also declared that, as of April 1, Hiroki Totoki, the president, COO, and CFO of Sony Group Corporation, will resign from his role as SIE Chairman to assume leadership as the firm's president and CEO. Furthermore, SIE's SVP of Finance, Corporate Strategy, and Development, Lin Tao, will be elevated to the position of CFO at Sony Group.
Published 31 Jan 2025 10:52 PM
To stop diversion to China, the US tightens regulations on cutting-edge computer processors.
Reuters, Washington, January 15 In an effort to stop high-end chips from being diverted to China, the US tightened regulations on advanced computer semiconductors on Wednesday, according to the Commerce Department.According to the report, the new regulations place more stringent licensing requirements on chip manufacturers and packaging firms looking to export specific cutting-edge semiconductors. According to Commerce, they expand on previous actions meant to prevent China from obtaining specific semiconductors that are essential for military advantage.In an effort to slow down China's technological achievements, the US has tightened regulations for firms like Nvidia and imposed broad new laws restricting the sale of artificial intelligence (AI) processors. The worldwide AI chip market, particularly the Indian market, may be significantly impacted by these new regulations. The new regulations, which are expected to go into force in a year, place stringent restrictions on the processing capacity of AI chips that are marketed in the majority of nations. There are exceptions for allies who follow the security and human rights guidelines that the US has established. The intent of these new regulations is to stop enemies, especially China and Russia, from using cutting-edge AI technology for surveillance or military objectives."Trade-offs are necessary for managing national security threats. In a White House blog post, US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stated, "This rule guarantees our allies can access advanced technology while protecting our interests." In order to guarantee that AI development complies with US requirements, the laws expand upon earlier chip export controls. “This rule ensures that the infrastructure for frontier AI systems remains in America or allied jurisdictions, preventing offshoring similar to what occurred with chips and batteries,” said National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in a formal statement.
Published 15 Jan 2025 08:48 PM
Today's stock market: Asian stocks are divided as Wall Street emerges from its holiday-season slump
HONG KONG (AP) — Following Wall Street's recovery from the holiday season blues, Asian stocks are uneven, with markets in China and Tokyo seeing declines.As Tokyo's market reopened following the lengthy customary holiday, the finance minister of Japan rang in the New Year, and employees wearing suits and kimonos applauded for good fortune in 2025.Katsunobu Kato, the finance minister, declared that the Japanese government would take action to assure economic growth driven by investment and salary rises. He also promised to "grasp signs of recovery" and make sure that "every single citizen can feel the improvement in their salaries."Much of Asia has been wary of possible changes under President-elect Donald Trump, who has pledged to drastically increase tariffs on imports from China and other nations, which might impede growth for a region that depends significantly on trade. After U.S. President Joe Biden turned down Nippon Steel's roughly $15 billion offer to buy Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel Corp., the company was predicted to file a lawsuit. On Monday, Nippon Steel's stock dropped 0.7% in Tokyo. On Friday, U.S. Steel's stock fell 6.5%. Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 0.5% to 19,654.82, while Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei 225 index fell 1.6% to 39,258.25. At 3,194.20, the Shanghai Composite index fell 0.5%.
Published 06 Jan 2025 10:33 PM
When it comes to humanoid robots, China leads the way.
China is quietly changing the game by not only integrating robots into everyday life but also advancing their industrial uses by lowering costs and pushing boundaries. US star Kim Kardashian may have drawn attention by bringing humanoid robots shopping.With products like Xiaomi's futuristic CyberOne and UBTech's nimble Walker X, domestic innovations are transforming sci-fi fantasies into "tangible tech" and making a big impact on the market.The AI Plus plan, which aims to develop future industries, including humanoid robots, while bolstering the country's scientific and technological edge, was also prominently featured at the historic Central Economic Work Conference in December.Humanoid robots are predicted to become yet another "disruptive product" following computers, smartphones, and new energy vehicles, according to Xu Xiaolan, a former vice-minister of industry and information technology and member of the Standing Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee."Currently in China, new technologies, products and formats represented by humanoid robots and general artificial intelligence are thriving and becoming the pinnacle of global technological innovation, a new track for future industries and a new engine of economic growth," she stated. China's fast expanding humanoid robot market is expected to generate $2.9 billion in sales revenue in 2024 and soar to around $46.31 billion by 2031, at a startling compound annual growth rate of 48.6 percent, according to market consultancy Coherent Market Insights. According to Jiao Jichao, vice-president and executive dean of the research department of UBTech Robotics, "If we compare the humanoid robotics industry to a marathon, China and Western countries are all within the first 1,000 meters of the starting line." The first humanoid robot in China to perform full-process handling duties at an automobile production was Walker S, created by the Chinese artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics company UBTech. Additionally, the business struck a collaboration deal with Beijing Embodied and Audi FAW.
Published 06 Jan 2025 10:30 PM
BorderPlus, Mayank Kumar's first acquisition with a German company
SUMMARY: BorderPlus, a talent mobility startup founded by Mayank Kumar of upGrad, has made its first acquisition, purchasing German healthcare recruitment company Onea Care, just days after receiving its first round of funding. Kumar stated that the buyout will aid in growing the startup's activities in the nation, albeit without disclosing the deal's financial details. In a statement, BorderPlus stated that as part of its mergers and acquisitions (M&As) strategy, it intends to put aside $10 million (INR 85.5 crore) to strengthen its position in regions such as Germany and India.UpGrad cofounder Mayank Kumar's talent mobility business BorderPlusBorderPlus Datalabs_in-article-icon has made its first acquisition, purchasing German healthcare recruitment firm Onea Care, only days after receiving its first round of funding. Kumar stated that the buyout will aid in growing the startup's activities in the nation, albeit without disclosing the deal's financial details. As part of its mergers and acquisitions (M&As) strategy, BorderPlus stated in a statement that it intends to put aside $10 million (INR 85.5 crore) to strengthen its position in markets such as Germany and India. In order to streamline its operations, including employment, language training, and the smooth integration of healthcare experts, the business also hopes to power its digital first solutions.BorderPlus is a talent mobility platform that provides Indian blue-collar workers with worldwide employment prospects. It was launched last year by Kumar and Ayush Mathur, the former head of European operations for OYO. The company began by giving Indian nurses employment possibilities in German healthcare facilities.Owl Ventures led the startup's initial $7 million investment round in February, with involvement from angel investors such as Ritesh Agarwal, the creator of OYO, and Binny Bansal, the founder of Flipkart. In October of last year, Kumar left his position as managing director of upGrad to start his business.Owl Ventures led the startup's initial $7 million investment round in February, with involvement from angel investors such as Ritesh Agarwal, the creator of OYO, and Binny Bansal, the founder of Flipkart. In October of last year, Kumar left his position as managing director of upGrad to start his business.
Published 01 Apr 2025 09:05 PM
France: In 2024, pharmacy sales will fuel a weak beauty sector.
France's growth is modest in a worldwide beauty market that increased by 7.3% in 2024. The value of the nation's beauty and personal care product sales increased by 3% over 2023 across all distribution channels, but volume sales decreased by 2%. These aggregate numbers, however, conceal notable differences that reveal a profound shift in the market.France continues to lead the world cosmetics market in terms of exports, but its home market isn't exactly doing well! The global beauty market expanded by 7.3% in 2024 over the previous year, and by 7.7% in Western Europe, according to NielsenIQ. On the other hand, Circana data showed that sales in France decreased 2% in volume and increased 3% in value to EUR 9 billion.Large supermarket retail chains are having trouble with their sales, as both volume and value have decreased by 4%. In the meantime, despite a minor decline in volume (-1%), selective distribution sustains value growth (+4%). Despite this, pharmacies are still doing very well; their value and volume have increased by 10% and 7%, respectively, making them the most active channel in the French market.
Published 18 Mar 2025 05:48 PM
European Commission and EU College of Commissioners President Ms. Ursula von der Leyen's visit to India
The European Commission President Ms. Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi both confirmed that the EU-India Strategic Partnership has greatly benefited both their respective populations and the greater good of the world. Building on more than 30 years of India-EC Cooperation Agreement and 20 years of India-EU Strategic collaboration, they pledged to advance this collaboration.On February 27–28, 2025, President von der Leyen led the European Union College of Commissioners to India on her historic official visit. This is the first time the College of Commissioners has traveled outside of Europe since the beginning of their new mandate, and it is also the first time in the history of bilateral relations between the EU and India. India and the EU, the two biggest democracies and open market economies with diverse pluralistic communities, reaffirmed their shared interest and dedication to creating a robust multipolar global order that supports economic growth, sustainable development, and peace and stability. The leaders concurred that India and the EU are trustworthy and like-minded partners because of their shared values and principles, which include democracy, the rule of law, and a rules-based international order in accordance with the goals and tenets of the UN Charter. More than ever, the India-EU strategic partnership is required to work together to address global concerns, maintain stability, and advance prosperity for both parties.The significance of enhancing collaboration between India and Europe in the areas of trade and supply chain de-risking, investment, emerging critical technologies, talent, innovation, the digital and green industrial transition, the space and geospatial sectors, defense, and people-to-people interactions was emphasized in this context. They also emphasized the necessity of working together to address shared global issues such as terrorism in an interdependent world, development finance, artificial intelligence governance, and climate change.
Published 02 Mar 2025 08:36 PM
The EU works to prevent Chinese takeovers of deeptech businesses.
The European Commission says it would keep new rules on European venture capitalists mild, but it wants to make it more difficult for investors from other nations, such as China, to make large investments in EU businesses creating crucial technology.In the midst of growing US-China competition, the EU executive on Wednesday unveiled a long-awaited set of steps to safeguard its deeptech firms and stop intellectual property from leaking to adversary nations.It suggested amending its foreign direct investment screening law to mandate that all 27 EU nations keep an eye on and possibly prevent foreign takeovers of tech companies in the four sectors the EU deems most sensitive: artificial intelligence, advanced semiconductors, quantum, and biotechnology. Margrethe Vestager, the vice president for digital and competition at the Commission, told a press conference that the measures, which are now being debated with the member states, will also target takeovers from companies that are based in the EU "but controlled from the outside."This implies that large investments from Chinese companies or EU-based companies with LPs in other nations are more likely to be rejected for startups. According to Vestager, "Europe cannot simply be the playground for bigger players in this competition; we need to be able to play ourselves." The rivalry for the technologies we need the most is severe worldwide.
Published 28 Jan 2025 08:59 PM
A new school is opened in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi: In August of this year, a new school with an American curriculum will welcome its first class of students. Aldar Education's newest school, Yasmina American School, is situated in Khalifa City. It will initially serve students in Pre-KG through Grade 5, satisfying the demands of families looking for reasonably priced yet high-quality educational options.A press release claims that Yasmina American School was created to meet Abu Dhabi's rising need for mid-market education. The school provides reasonably priced academic excellence in the nation's capital, bridging the gap between high-end education and more inexpensive options. With cutting-edge facilities and a committed faculty, it will create a supportive atmosphere that aids in students' academic and personal growth. The state-of-the-art facilities at the school have been carefully planned to improve the educational process. Yasmina American School offers an atmosphere that promotes experiential learning and holistic development, as evidenced by its dynamic classrooms, outdoor play areas, and special facilities for extracurricular activities, the school stated.Aldar Education CEO Sahar Cooper stated, "The opening of Yasmina American School reflects Aldar Education's commitment to expanding access to high quality education in Abu Dhabi." "We take pride in providing a school where students can flourish in a welcoming and encouraging environment."The school is providing a 20% founding discount on tuition to help families in its first year. Those who enroll for the 2025–2026 intake will be eligible for this discount for two academic years.
Published 12 Feb 2025 09:54 PM
Iran and Tajikistan start discussing the utilization of the Chabahar port.
In an effort to increase trade with India and the Gulf, Tajikistan is negotiating with Iran for the transit of cargo via the Chabahar port, with India's assistance. Recently, a cooperation agreement was reached between the transport ministers of Iran and Tajikistan. In a strategic move to expand trade, Tajikistan will get access to the port via Afghanistan or Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan. New Delhi: With Tajikistan starting talks with Iran on freight transit via Chabahar port, which New Delhi helped develop, and a 10-year agreement with Tehran in 2024 for port administration, India's connectivity with Eurasia would be further enhanced.
Published 28 Jan 2025 09:12 PM
ILT20: Despite losing to the Desert Vipers, Adair considers the Gulf Giants' impressive start.
Even though the Gulf Giants lost their opening match in the International League (IL) T20 league's third season, the team's Irish all-rounder Mark Adair believes they have put on a good show, and the environment aroundDespite the fact that the Gulf Giants' season in the International competition (IL) T20 competition began with a loss, the team's Irish all-rounder Mark Adair believes they have presented a solid front, and the players' environment is positive despite the setback.Adair, the bowling all-rounder for the Gulf Giants, gave his thoughts on the team's tenacious performance against the Desert Vipers following Tuesday night's ILT20 Season 3 match at the Dubai International Stadium. Irish star Adair emphasized the Gulf Giants' unwavering dedication and upbeat attitude despite losing by six wickets in a low-scoring match in which Desert Vipers successfully chased down the mark with Sam Curran's undefeated 42 and Sherfane Rutherford's blistering 40.Although the outcome wasn't in their favor, the game was a fierce battle in which the Gulf Giants put up a strong display. "We showed great determination in defending our target, putting in a strong shift throughout the innings," Adair said, quickly praising his team's efforts. "There were definitely opportunities for us to win the game, and we fought out there," Adair remarked in his analysis of the team's performance. We know we are capable of game-winning performances, even though the outcome wasn't in our favor this time."
Published 15 Jan 2025 08:36 PM
Qatar appoints the Americas head of QIA to oversee a $510 billion fund.
Mohammed Al Sowaidi was appointed CEO of Qatar's $510 billion sovereign wealth fund, which is expected to amass even more financial might in the years to come.Al Suwaidi joined the fund in 2010 and most recently served as QIA's chief investment officer in the Americas, where he assisted in the establishment of a US office. He takes over for Mansoor Al Mahmoud, who has been in charge of the organization since 2018—a period of time longer than the usual four-year mandate. With almost $510 billion in assets under management, the QIA is the eighth-largest sovereign fund in the world, according to consulting firm Global SWF. It was established in 2005 to manage the nation's liquefied natural gas earnings, of which Qatar is a major exporter.The appointment of Al Suwaidi coincides with the growing significance of wealthy Gulf wealth funds in international banking. The largest state-backed investors in the area manage over $4 trillion in assets. During the 2008 financial crisis, the QIA was instrumental in helping lenders, including Barclays Plc and Credit Suisse. It was also renowned in the past for its fondness for trophy assets, like buying the famous Harrods department store in London's upscale K.
Published 17 Dec 2024 10:18 PM
How to get ready for a multilingual child
You can do a lot to set the stage for your child to learn the languages you want them to know before they are born.For every new parent, expecting a child—especially their first—is a lot. Where the baby will sleep, how to arrange for feeding, changing, and bathing, and how to set up your work schedule so that you or another caregiver can spend time with the child are just a few of the many unknowns and preparations that need to be made. If you are able to speak multiple languages, you might want your child to be able to speak them as well. The goal is to master the phonic systems of the various languages and develop all the necessary muscles for clear word pronunciation. Therefore, children should learn to speak phrases in a few foreign languages 90–100% accurately rather than concentrating primarily on memorizing words and syntax.
Published 02 Apr 2025 10:08 PM
Trump tariffs put India's car components manufacturers at risk of a slowdown.
With US President Donald Trump's impending import tariffs having an impact on global auto manufacturing, Indian auto parts manufacturers, who are already facing low local demand, now run the prospect of losing sales in their largest overseas market.With a 25% import tax scheduled to go into effect on April 3, Trump had first targeted fully finished cars. However, by May 3, further taxes on auto components including engines, transmissions, and electrical systems are expected to be implemented. Major automakers Ford Motor Company, General Motors Co., and Stellantis NV began frantically pressing to have particular components excluded as a result, leaving Indian suppliers in a precarious situation. In the year ending March 31, 2024, the US accounted for about one-third of the $21.2 billion car components business, making it the largest market for India's exports. Partho Banerjee, senior executive director at Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., told reporters on Tuesday that the local passenger car industry has been slow and that growth is only anticipated to be 2% for the year ending March 2026.According to Jay Kale, an analyst for the car industry at Elara Capital, "Original equipment manufacturers had expected a robust outlook for US growth." He stated that "the only silver lining market could falter" because to the impending tariff. Since the proposed 25% tariff on auto parts is harsher than anticipated, it has alarmed Indian manufacturers. Since that is the highest import charge that India imposes, the industry had first projected that they might be subject to a 15% levy in the event that the US applies reciprocal tariffs.
Published 02 Apr 2025 10:06 PM
The capabilities of ChatGPT's image creation go beyond Ghibli-style pictures. Seven creative usage cases
ChatGPT's new image generating features go beyond only making Ghibli-style images; they can also be used to create text-heavy infographics and personalized sticker packs.The internet is going crazy about ChatGPT's latest image generator, but it's not the only thing the AI tool excels at. Adding text to images is another area in which the GPT-4o-powered image generator shines, something that other AI models are currently having trouble with. For many professionals, the most recent version of ChatGPT might be a lifesaver when it comes to creating material or honing presentation abilities. Here are some interesting use cases to try if you want to see what ChatGPT's new picture generator is capable of.Additionally, most of the photos produced by ChatGPT are rather decent, however some may still have irregularities, such as fingers being added or removed or facial changes.However, when you ask ChatGPT to create an image, make sure you have given it specific instructions on how you want it to look, what you want in the backdrop, and whether you have a favorite color. For instance, you can utilize a challenge like the one below to create a realistic image of a sunset. "Construct an image of a meadow with a waterfall, butterflies, and birds, flowers below, and white clouds against a light blue sky."
Published 02 Apr 2025 10:04 PM
Politics today: The Lok Sabha will discuss the Waqf Bill for eight hours before passing it.
In Tamil Nadu, the CPI(M) is hosting its 24th party congress. In Karnataka, the BJP is protesting the Congress government in a number of ways.The BJP-led government and opposition parties have been at odds for months. On Wednesday, the Center will present the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill to the Lok Sabha. The Speaker has allocated eight hours for debate after Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju introduces the Bill for consideration and passage in the Lower House at noon. The government claims that the Bill aims to enhance the management and administration of Waqf properties in India. A Joint Committee of Parliament led by BJP MP Jagadambika Pal was tasked with reviewing the bill after it was tabled in Parliament last year to fury from the opposition.The group submitted its report in February, and the Union Cabinet subsequently accepted it. The panel's opposition MPs, however, expressed displeasure that their suggested changes had been turned down and asserted that their dissenting remarks had been removed from the report without their knowledge. According to reports, the panel rejected all 44 revisions put forth by the opposition lawmakers while accepting 14 adjustments recommended by NDA MPs.
Published 02 Apr 2025 10:02 PM
As bitcoin reaches a record high prior to Trump's inauguration, the dollar declines.
Bitcoin, supported by lower US inflation figures and prospects of several rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, reached an all-time high of $109,071.86 before closing 4.2% higher at $107,120. As a "crypto president," Trump is anticipated to sign executive orders that promote digital assets. However, analysts cautioned that if policy actions are postponed, there may be a "sell the news" reaction.The dollar index, which compares the US dollar to six major currencies, dropped 0.36% to 109.02 from its 26-month high of 110.17 last week. Derek Halpenny, head of research global markets at MUFG, stated, "There are high expectations of Trump announcing trade tariffs under executive order along with many other policy announcements that could prompt further US dollar gains."Despite Monday's decline, the dollar has increased by 4% since Trump won the election in November due to hopes that his plans will increase inflation and economic growth. Though they cautioned about short-term risks associated with market expectations for prompt tariff steps, Goldman Sachs strategists anticipate the possibility of a further 5% increase in the dollar over the next months. Amid rumors that the Bank of Japan may increase its policy rate this week, the yen held close to a one-month high. The US Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday resulted in low trading volume.Trump reaffirmed his intentions to enforce stringent immigration restrictions at a rally on Sunday, which increased market turbulence. Analysts warned that a dollar fall in the upcoming weeks might be triggered by any indications of a more selective approach to tariffs. The introduction of the "official" Donald Trump memecoin has shocked the cryptocurrency community. Its value surged after its Friday night debut, momentarily hitting a $14 billion market cap.
Published 21 Jan 2025 08:50 PM
When and Where to Watch the Third T20I Between South Africa and Pakistan Live Streaming and Telecast
Watch the 3rd T20I between South Africa and Pakistan live: After narrowly losing the first and second Twenty20 Internationals (and hence the series) to South Africa, Pakistan enters the third and final T20I aiming for a consolation victory. In the second game, Pakistan's batting got much better, but their bowling struggled as the Proteas chased down 206 thanks to a strong 117 from Reeza Hendricks. Pakistan's batting star, young left-handed opener Saim Ayub, will be essential to the team's victory in the third Twenty20 International. After losing to Australia in November, this is the second straight away T20I series loss for new white-ball captain Mohammed Rizwan. When and Where to Watch the Third T20I Between South Africa and Pakistan Live Streaming and TelecastWhen and Where to Watch the Third T20I Between South Africa and Pakistan Live Streaming and TelecastSports Desk on NDTVUpdated at 8:06 p.m. IST on December 14, 2024Two minutes to read When and Where to Watch the Third T20I Between South Africa and Pakistan Live Streaming and Telecast When and Where to Watch the Third T20I Between Pakistan and South Africa © AFP Watch the 3rd T20I between South Africa and Pakistan live: After narrowly losing the first and second Twenty20 Internationals (and hence the series) to South Africa, Pakistan enters the third and final T20I aiming for a consolation victory. In the second game, Pakistan's batting greatly improved, but their bowling struggled as a formidable 117
Published 14 Dec 2024 09:17 PM
PIA selling obstacles will soon be removed
The two main barriers to PIA's privatization have been removed with the approval of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which waives the 18% sales tax on aircraft leases for induction into PIA and for depositing additional liabilities in a holding company.The development might assist restart the fourth-largest loss-making organization in Pakistan's privatization process. During a briefing on the PIA sell-off on Tuesday, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar learned that the two largest obstacles would soon be lifted, according to sources.After the government rejected their proposals to eliminate the sales tax and pay the remaining Rs45 billion in obligations to convert the negative equity to positive, the serious PIA bidders earlier withdrew. The PIA privatization process might soon be resurrected with the IMF's approval. In order to persuade the IMF to permit the tax exemption and the addition of additional liabilities in a holding company, the Finance Ministry and the Privatization Commission engaged in talks with the organization. The government split the business into two firms earlier this year and transferred Rs623 billion in liabilities from the primary PIA to a holding company.The PIA bidders requested last month that the government remove the 18% sales tax on new or leased aircraft and write off an additional Rs45 billion in liabilities, according to Privatization Secretary Usman Bajwa. The Federal Board of Revenue was responsible for around Rs26 billion in liabilities, the Civil Aviation Authority provided bridge financing of Rs10 billion, and other liabilities amounted to Rs9 billion. The Privatization Commission informed the IMF that the privatization had failed due to the two requirements, and it asked the IMF to grant it permission to write off Rs45 billion in liabilities and exclude the sales tax.
Published 11 Dec 2024 08:41 PM
IPL 2025 Pakistan will play New Zealand in a bilateral series after being excluded from the IPL.
New Zealand's World Test Championship cycle (WTC) will include a three-match Test series against England in November and December.The home season schedule for 2024–2025 has been revealed by the New Zealand Cricket Board. The Indian Premier League 2025 season may coincide with the Blackcaps' March–April bilateral series against Pakistan, which will feature of a three-match ODI series and a five-match T20I series.The first-team players with IPL contracts chose to play for their respective teams, thus New Zealand sent their second-string team to Pakistan to play a five-match Twenty20 International series earlier in the year during the 2024 Indian Premier League. The home season schedule for 2024–2025 has been revealed by the New Zealand Cricket Board. The Indian Premier League 2025 season may coincide with the Blackcaps' March–April bilateral series against Pakistan, which will feature of a three-match ODI series and a five-match T20I series.
Published 04 Dec 2024 11:12 PM
Gayle King's offensive question startles co-hosts Alex Cooper and CBS Mornings.
During the morning news hour, Gayle King is becoming risqué. During a Tuesday interview for "CBS Mornings," King gave Alex Cooper, host of the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, a taste of her own medicine by asking a question that wasn't appropriate for the workplace in the middle of the show. You and Matt (Kaplan) are newlyweds. A year will pass. What is your favorite sex position with Matt, then? I'm interested to know."Oh my god, Gayle!" was the 30-year-old podcaster who was at the top of the charts' response. Can we have a conversation about that? Nate Burleson, co-anchor, added, "Producers said 'No!' in my ear."King clarified that she intended to draw attention to the intimate things Cooper can ask celebrities on her show without getting caught. "The reason why I'm doing that is I'm making a point here, because this is what Alex does on her show," stated King. "Katy Perry discusses her love language with her. Hailey Bieber talked about her favorite sex position because of you. Simone Biles regarding her psychological well-being."I did that facetiously because I knew you wouldn't answer," she said. The thing that strikes me as amazing about you, though, is that you're sitting there wearing those cozy hooded sweatshirts. You ask a lot of intelligent (ones) questions mixed in with these profane ones. And I want to know what's driving you crazy. How you manage to elicit conversation. And it's a compliment, I promise."
Published 06 Mar 2025 12:43 PM
How corporations and startups may work together most effectively on airport innovation
While startups provide the newest ideas to large corporations, corporations might offer startups some of their first major contracts. Startups are able to think creatively and with agility that many corporates can only imagine. Conversely, corporations possess the size and influence that startups crave.Startups are able to think creatively and with agility that many corporates can only imagine. Conversely, corporations possess the size and influence that startups crave. This is why working together has so many advantages for both parties: startups give these large corporations the newest technology, and corporations can give startups some of their first major contracts. We discussed what it takes to establish the ideal partnership between corporations, investors, and entrepreneurs with a panel of influential representatives from a startup and an international airport operator at the Airport Innovation Days in Paris. The people who spoke to us were:Groupe ADP, one of the largest airport operators globally, has Maylis de la Loge as its investment director. Groupe ADP's innovation project manager, Louis Gauthier Cofounder and CEO of WeMaintain, an IoT-enabled maintenance management firm, is Jade Francine.
Published 11 Feb 2025 10:31 PM
The Education System in Russia Can Oppose When It Wants To
It is evident from conversations with friends and coworkers that the majority of people think that Russian academics and instructors remain mute in the face of the militarization of education because they will inevitably encounter state force. But, in my opinion, there is no proof that actively opposing the war while enrolled in Russia's educational system is statistically risky, particularly if you do it with others.There is no proof that the likelihood of repression is significantly higher than 50%. This has been amply demonstrated over the last three years. An anti-war petition, for instance, that was signed by thousands of Russian scientists has been available to the public for nearly three years. What percentage of them have experienced repression? A minuscule percentage.Only roughly 200 instances of academics being punished nationwide over a three-year period were discovered in a recent assessment on the situation of academic freedom in Russia. That figure includes expulsions and dismissals for political reasons in addition to criminal cases—of which, incidentally, there are almost any. To put it briefly, the likelihood of persecution for Russian scholars is less than 1%, not only less than 50%. Contrast this with the independent media, which even prior to the conflict had to deal with intimidation, incarceration, and even murder. The Russian Federation is not, to put it simply, a violent regime rattling its shackles in the field of education.It is easy to say that academics are being repressed just as severely as they were during Stalin. By making this allegation, one can obtain donations from Europe and stay out of trouble with Russian colleagues who wonder why they are getting foreign funding. Additionally, it serves as a means of sidestepping the important question of why Russian education has turned into a staunch supporter of the government.
Published 06 Feb 2025 10:36 PM
The EU works to prevent Chinese takeovers of deeptech businesses.
The European Commission says it would keep new rules on European venture capitalists mild, but it wants to make it more difficult for investors from other nations, such as China, to make large investments in EU businesses creating crucial technology.In the midst of growing US-China competition, the EU executive on Wednesday unveiled a long-awaited set of steps to safeguard its deeptech firms and stop intellectual property from leaking to adversary nations.It suggested amending its foreign direct investment screening law to mandate that all 27 EU nations keep an eye on and possibly prevent foreign takeovers of tech companies in the four sectors the EU deems most sensitive: artificial intelligence, advanced semiconductors, quantum, and biotechnology. Margrethe Vestager, the vice president for digital and competition at the Commission, told a press conference that the measures, which are now being debated with the member states, will also target takeovers from companies that are based in the EU "but controlled from the outside."This implies that large investments from Chinese companies or EU-based companies with LPs in other nations are more likely to be rejected for startups. According to Vestager, "Europe cannot simply be the playground for bigger players in this competition; we need to be able to play ourselves." The rivalry for the technologies we need the most is severe worldwide.
Published 28 Jan 2025 08:59 PM
Donald Trump declares the Gold Card. What a US visa implies, particularly for Indians
The "Gold Card" residency card, a new route to U.S. citizenship for affluent foreigners, was just proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. According to rumors, this scheme will take the place of the current EB-5 investor visa program, which has been a well-liked path for foreign investors looking to get permanent residency in the United States.It is anticipated that the Gold Card program will drastically change the US immigration scene, especially for Indian candidates who previously depended on the EB-5 visa. What is the US Visa Gold Card? For those who are prepared to invest $5 million in the United States, the Gold Card visa provides a straight path to US citizenship. Speaking from the White House, Trump emphasized that this visa would provide the same advantages as a Green Card, but for those who can pay it, it would speed up the process of becoming a citizen."We will be offering a Gold Card for sale. This is a Gold Card; you have a Green Card. Trump informed reporters, "We're going to be putting a price on that card of about $5 million."
Published 06 Mar 2025 10:15 PM
New York (World Newswire) -- Taboola, a world leader in providing marketers with performance at scale, today revealed a new focus that goes beyond native advertising as well as a po
For almost ten years, Taboola has been at the forefront of native advertising, helping clients succeed, mostly with bottom-of-article placements. With the launch of Realize, an industry-first platform that focuses exclusively on performance outcomes at scale beyond search and social, Taboola has expanded well beyond its legacy in the modern day.To meet performance goals, Realize leverages Taboola's exclusive data, performance AI, and a growing variety of inventory and innovative formats. Advertisers require specialist solutions, even if they require excellent solutions for every stage of the marketing funnel. It is quite difficult for current solutions that guarantee full funnel service to succeed at every stage of the marketing funnel. Taboola is now making Realize available to all performance-driven advertisers. According to Taboola, advertisers spend $25 billion annually trying to gain performance results on DSPs and specialized AdTech solutions. However, these channels frequently lack the scale, data, and performance expertise necessary to provide advertisers with the results they require. While AdTech businesses typically lack the scale necessary for success, DSPs typically concentrate on video and CTV, which is excellent for branding objectives but not performance. According to Taboola, social media expenditure is also experiencing declining returns at a rate of about $30 billion.
Published 01 Mar 2025 09:11 PM
Today's top story: Trump keeps attacking USAID for sponsoring the Indian elections; on Women's Day, female achievers will take over PM Modi's social media accounts, among other things.
U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that the Biden administration gave India $18 million to aid with its elections, claiming that the nation is not in need of the funds. statements made on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) following his repeated criticism of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for giving India $21 million in cash for "voter turnout." During his remarks, Mr. Trump also charged that India was exploiting the United States. According to the Finance Ministry's most recent annual report, the organization provided $750 million in funding for seven projects in 2023–2024. According to the report, funding was allocated for the Commercialization of Energy Efficiency Technologies, the Sustainable Forests and Climate Adaptation Program, and
Published 01 Mar 2025 07:56 PM
Why couldn't it have been me?' Alec Baldwin was diagnosed with PTSD following the Rust shooting.
Highlights from Entertainment News Today for February 21, 2025: Get the most recent information and breaking news from the entertainment industry. Follow the most recent events in Hollywood, Bollywood, and other fields right here.In the first episode of their new reality series, Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria openly discuss their family's struggles following the deadly 2021 "Rust" incident. The couple discussed their attempts to protect their kids from the fallout from the horrific incident and the emotional toll it took on them personally in the premiere of "The Baldwins," a screener for which was given to the media prior to its Sunday airing on TLC. (TLC is a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, just like CNN.) According to Alec Baldwin, "there were times I'd lay in bed and I'd go, ‘Wow, I can't get up,’" during the most trying days of the "dreadful" year before his trial. "I'm not like that," he remarked. "I'm not like that at all; I never will be like that." "Everyone who is close to Alec has seen his mental health decline," his wife continued. He received a PTSD diagnosis.
Published 01 Mar 2025 06:55 PM
Donald Trump declares the Gold Card. What a US visa implies, particularly for Indians
The "Gold Card" residency card, a new route to U.S. citizenship for affluent foreigners, was just proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. According to rumors, this scheme will take the place of the current EB-5 investor visa program, which has been a well-liked path for foreign investors looking to get permanent residency in the United States.It is anticipated that the Gold Card program will drastically change the US immigration scene, especially for Indian candidates who previously depended on the EB-5 visa. What is the US Visa Gold Card? For those who are prepared to invest $5 million in the United States, the Gold Card visa provides a straight path to US citizenship. Speaking from the White House, Trump emphasized that this visa would provide the same advantages as a Green Card, but for those who can pay it, it would speed up the process of becoming a citizen."We will be offering a Gold Card for sale. This is a Gold Card; you have a Green Card. Trump informed reporters, "We're going to be putting a price on that card of about $5 million."
Published 06 Mar 2025 10:15 PM
New York (World Newswire) -- Taboola, a world leader in providing marketers with performance at scale, today revealed a new focus that goes beyond native advertising as well as a po
For almost ten years, Taboola has been at the forefront of native advertising, helping clients succeed, mostly with bottom-of-article placements. With the launch of Realize, an industry-first platform that focuses exclusively on performance outcomes at scale beyond search and social, Taboola has expanded well beyond its legacy in the modern day.To meet performance goals, Realize leverages Taboola's exclusive data, performance AI, and a growing variety of inventory and innovative formats. Advertisers require specialist solutions, even if they require excellent solutions for every stage of the marketing funnel. It is quite difficult for current solutions that guarantee full funnel service to succeed at every stage of the marketing funnel. Taboola is now making Realize available to all performance-driven advertisers. According to Taboola, advertisers spend $25 billion annually trying to gain performance results on DSPs and specialized AdTech solutions. However, these channels frequently lack the scale, data, and performance expertise necessary to provide advertisers with the results they require. While AdTech businesses typically lack the scale necessary for success, DSPs typically concentrate on video and CTV, which is excellent for branding objectives but not performance. According to Taboola, social media expenditure is also experiencing declining returns at a rate of about $30 billion.
Published 01 Mar 2025 09:11 PM
Why couldn't it have been me?' Alec Baldwin was diagnosed with PTSD following the Rust shooting.
Highlights from Entertainment News Today for February 21, 2025: Get the most recent information and breaking news from the entertainment industry. Follow the most recent events in Hollywood, Bollywood, and other fields right here.In the first episode of their new reality series, Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria openly discuss their family's struggles following the deadly 2021 "Rust" incident. The couple discussed their attempts to protect their kids from the fallout from the horrific incident and the emotional toll it took on them personally in the premiere of "The Baldwins," a screener for which was given to the media prior to its Sunday airing on TLC. (TLC is a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, just like CNN.) According to Alec Baldwin, "there were times I'd lay in bed and I'd go, ‘Wow, I can't get up,’" during the most trying days of the "dreadful" year before his trial. "I'm not like that," he remarked. "I'm not like that at all; I never will be like that." "Everyone who is close to Alec has seen his mental health decline," his wife continued. He received a PTSD diagnosis.
Published 01 Mar 2025 06:55 PM
Analysis: China's past reverberates in Trump and Musk's America
A dramatic attempt to eliminate government bureaucracy is being spearheaded by US President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally, Elon Musk. Wang Xiangwei, a former editor-in-chief of the SCMP, claims that China is currently dealing with its own bureaucratic inefficiencies.HONG KONG: A "Cultural Revolution" like to that of the United States is underway. Many scholars of contemporary Chinese history, including this author, find it impossible to avoid drawing comparisons between the Cultural Revolution in China from 1966 to 1976 and the current assault against federal bureaucracy led by US President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk. One of the major reasons Mao Zedong started the uprising over 59 years ago was his concern that China was becoming into an aristocratic nation that didn't care about the interests and welfare of the people.He organized the Red Guards, who were primarily high school and college students, to launch attacks on government offices across the nation. Mao famously predicted that "great chaos under heaven" would give way to "great order" as China plunged into turmoil and paralysis.
Published 19 Feb 2025 09:57 PM
The first African and female president of the International Olympic Committee is Kirsty Coventry.
Legendary Zimbabwean swimmer Kirsty Coventry broke through the glass ceiling of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Thursday, becoming the first African and female president in the 130-year history of the organization.Legendary Zimbabwean swimmer Kirsty Coventry broke through the glass ceiling of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Thursday, becoming the first African and female president in the 130-year history of the organization. Her appointment ushers in a new era for the IOC and represents advancement, inclusivity, and diversity in international sports leadership.A Monumental Win It is historic that Coventry was chosen to lead the most powerful sports organization in the world. She received 49 out of 97 votes in a secret ballot, giving her a resounding win in the first round of voting. This overwhelmingly positive response showed how united the IOC is and how much faith members have in her leadership. Election Outcomes Kirsty Coventry received 49 votes, giving her an instant majority. 28 votes for Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr. Coe Sebastian: 8 votes A small number of votes were won by other contenders, such as Morinari Watanabe (Japan), Johan Eliasch (Sweden), Prince Feisal (Jordan), and David Lappartient (France).
Published 21 Mar 2025 05:34 PM
This nation has been rated the Best Honeymoon Destination in the World.
In TripAdvisor's esteemed Travelers' Choice Awards 2025, the picturesque island nation of Mauritius has been recognized as the World's Best Honeymoon Destination. For couples embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Mauritius has become the ideal retreat.A day agoAt TripAdvisor's 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards, Mauritius—also referred to as the paradise of the Indian Ocean—officially won the title of World's Best Honeymoon Destination. This tropical paradise, which is well-known for its gorgeous beaches and glistening lagoons, has eclipsed places like Bali and the Maldives.The island's distinct attractiveness is enhanced by its varied cultural influences. From delicious food to relatable culture. Here are some reasons to travel to Mauritius. The weather is pleasant.Mauritius is a perfect all-year vacation spot because it only has two seasons. The weather will be fantastic whether you are planning a trip to Mauritius in August or December.Island hopping Mauritius is the place to be if you love to explore and are a coastal baby because you may go from island to island. Take a ferry to see Ilot Gabriel, Flat Island, Ile de deux Cocos, and Ile au Ronde, among other islands surrounding the main island. Divers' ParadiseNumerous tour providers on this island organize hundreds of underwater expeditions annually. Visit two of the most well-known diving locations, Rempart Serpent and La Cathédrale.
Published 17 Jan 2025 05:09 PM
#1 on the list of the world's top honeymoon destinations for 2025
St. Lucia is the ideal destination if you're looking for an opulent Caribbean honeymoon with just the perfect amount of adventure. Beautiful sandy beaches and verdant slopes are interspersed with boutique all-inclusive resorts, some of which have private plunge pools and outdoor spaces that are ideal for taking in the island's natural splendor. Visit the Soufrière region to discover natural landmarks like the Pitons, Sulphur Springs, and Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens & Mineral Baths if you need a respite from the beach. Hiking, mud baths, and lounging in geothermal pools are all activities that you and your significant other will enjoy. Continue Reading
Published 13 Jan 2025 09:57 PM
No, MS Dhoni! Three CSK Players Who Will Revolutionize the IPL in 2025
The Indian Premier League's (IPL) eagerly awaited 18th edition is just a few months away, and anticipation is building rapidly. Our favorite teams made some thrilling signings and made some surprising decisions as they prepared the roster for the IPL 2025 season, making the IPL 2025 mega-auctions an exciting ride. There were hopes that the Chennai-based team would get Rishabh Pant, but the five-time IPL champion Chennai Super Kings appeared composed throughout the auction. Once more, MS Dhoni's strategy paid off, as CSK's paddle, which had been mute for the most part of the auctions, became clearly obvious during his particular favorite all-rounder category.That's safe to say. Dhoni and the entire CSK administration have assembled a winning team for the competition once more. In light of this, let's examine the three players who have the potential to significantly impact CSK's performance in the forthcoming IPL 2025 season.
Published 07 Jan 2025 10:42 PM
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