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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

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

Woman Who Served With ISIS in Syria Loses Appeal Against UK Citizenship Revocation

Woman Who Served With ISIS in Syria Loses Appeal Against UK Citizenship Revocation

On Friday, a British-born woman who joined the Islamic State while still a schoolgirl in Syria was unsuccessful in her most recent attempt to have her British citizenship revoked. In 2019, not long after Shamima Begum was discovered in a Syrian detention camp, the British government revoked her citizenship on the grounds of national security. Begum, who is now 24 years old, claimed the ruling was illegal, citing, among other things, British officials' improper consideration of the possibility that she was a victim of human trafficking. However, a lower court dismissed this claim in February 2023.After receiving an appeal in October, the Court of Appeal in London denied her request on Friday. 

Published 23 Feb 2024 06:03 PM

UK Police Search Hotel After Knife-wielding Man Is Seen

UK Police Search Hotel After Knife-wielding Man Is Seen

At an English hotel, a man was seen wandering around brandishing a big "knife" close to the elevators, which sparked panic. After multiple complaints from witnesses, armed police officers arrived at the location in Enderby, Leicestershire, shortly afterward. But when police realized that the weapon was simply a wand that belonged to a Harry Potter fan, they were astounded, according to the BBC.  Following the entertaining incident, Leicestershire Police joked on Facebook that "there was no sign of Voldemort." They did not, however, specify which hotel the incident took place at. A Blaby police representative wrote: "This morning, a male individual inside a large hotel in Enderby was reported to have 'a large knife', so I went there with several firearms officers. We swiftly ascertained that it was a wand-wielding Harry Potter fan after making inquiries.  Fortunately, nobody was hurt, and "Voldemort" showed no signs of appearing.   Online users were amused and laughed at the Facebook post, and some took advantage of the situation to make puns and jokes about Harry Potter.  A user made a joke, asking, "Are you being serious?" "So many missed opportunities for Harry Potter puns," another person said."You know, I wish there were more of these reports," remarked the third. However, these are dangerous times when it comes to knives; you can never be too cautious! I'm relieved that nobody is in danger and that instead of making people smile or laugh.   Another four said, ''Expecto Patrol-man." Another said, ''I should use greater caution the next time I go out with my wands.''

Published 13 Feb 2024 01:48 AM

ICE Gaming event London 2024

ICE Gaming event London 2024

ICE Gaming event London 2024 is happening from 6 to 8 Feb, 2024 at DEVON DALBOCK, DOLAN BEUTHIN, LONDON. The gaming industry meets at ICE to conduct business. The premier international gaming and gambling event catering to the whole sector. ICE London, which takes place from February 6–8, 2024, over three days at the ExCeL London, is the ultimate platform for generating income through cutting-edge solutions, technology, insightful analysis, and unparalleled networking possibilities.    It's reasonable to claim that ICE offers something for everyone, as it brings together solution providers and gaming professionals from all major verticals. The major industries represented on the ICE show floor in 2024 are listed below!   It is best fit for people from Betting, Casino, Bingo, Lottery, Mobile, Online, Payment Solutions, Social, Esports etc.   More details are available on their official website here- https://www.icegaming.com/ice-london-2024   ICE London caters to all gaming types, all degrees of seniority, and all aspirations.   ICE London caters specifically to the gaming sector and features everything from technology to hospitality. Engrossed in the community that we have established over the course of the last two decades, it's reasonable to claim that the program has something to offer everyone.   When it comes to facilitating excellent connections before, during, and after the event, ICE London is your go-to partner.   The full list of Exhibitors is available here - https://www.icegaming.com/exhibitor-list  

Published 13 Jan 2024 01:03 PM

Aon Strengthens Credit Solutions Business with Three Key Appointments

Aon Strengthens Credit Solutions Business with Three Key Appointments

Aon has announced three new senior appointments to its Credit Solutions business as it looks to expand its capabilities in trade credit, structured finance, and risk advisory services. The move reflects the firm’s ongoing investment in talent to support better clients navigating complex financial and geopolitical environments.   Joel Palmer will join the firm in September as Trade Finance Leader. He brings over ten years of experience in trade finance, banking, and insurance, having previously held senior roles at AIG, HSBC, RBS, and Barclays. His expertise spans global trade finance strategy and business development across EMEA markets.   Alice Black, a long-time member of Aon, has been promoted to Structured Finance Leader. Over nearly 15 years with the company, she has worked across political risk and structured credit, most recently serving as Executive Director within the Credit Solutions division. In her new role, she will focus on expanding structured trade credit insurance offerings for financial institutions.   Melissa Dowle has also joined the team as Executive Growth Advisor. With more than three decades of experience in credit insurance, she held several leadership roles at Allianz Trade, including regional director and head of customer strategy. At Aon, she will help grow the UK national and corporate credit business, working closely with regional clients to strengthen risk resilience.   Both Black and Palmer will handle developing and improving the company’s sales strategy, overseeing banking client deal teams, and driving new business and cross-promotion efforts within the commercial risk portfolio. They will report to Lorimer. Dowle’s primary focus will be on expanding the UK national and corporate segments of its credit solutions, reporting to Will Jones, Aon’s UK practice leader.    “These appointments support Aon Credit Solutions’ growth goals and reflect our commitment to bringing top talent on board,” said Stuart Lawson, Global Head of Aon’s Credit Solutions.   In the past two years, Aon has brought together its UK surety team and its political risk and structured credit team under one global Credit Solutions division.

Published 14 Jul 2025 12:59 PM

Regarding Cabinet, spending, or military oversight, around three out of ten people have a high level of confidence in Trump: AP-NORC survey

Regarding Cabinet, spending, or military oversight, around three out of ten people have a high level of confidence in Trump: AP-NORC survey

According to a new poll from the AP-NORC Centre for Public Affairs Research, even though Americans recently elected Donald Trump to a second term, they do not believe that he will be able to appoint qualified individuals to his Cabinet or successfully oversee government spending, the military, and the White House. Trump appoints people to important positions in his government, some of whom may have to endure challenging Senate confirmation hearings even when Republicans are in control. Trump's promise to voters to be a disruptive force in the nation and a return to the tumultuous age of governance that characterized his first four years in the White House have been reflected in the selection process and its lightning-fast pace. Only about three out of ten Americans, however, are "extremely" or "very" confident that Trump will appoint competent individuals to his government. According to the majority of Republicans, their confidence is high.  

Published 14 Dec 2024 09:11 PM

Britain's First Female Finance Chief, Rachel Reeves

Britain's First Female Finance Chief, Rachel Reeves

The UK now has its first female finance minister, Rachel Reeves. The economist, who is 45 years old, has promised to expand the country's economy. After the Keir Starmer-led Labour Party secured a majority in Thursday's general election, Rachel was named chancellor on June 5. Currently, she is in charge of the UK budget.Concerning Rachel Reeves Reeves was born on February 13, 1979, into a family of educators in Lewisham, London Borough. She has always been passionate about learning and committed to comprehensive education. She graduated from New College, Oxford, with a Bachelor of Arts degree before attending the esteemed London School of Economics to earn a Master of Science in Economics. Following her education, Reeves spent almost ten years working as an economist. She began her career at the Bank of England before moving on to the private sector. Before taking on the role of Leader of the Opposition in 2021, Reeves worked as Starmer's Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer. Regarding her accomplishment In addition, the 45-year-old used to be a champion chess player who took home multiple championship championships in his early years. Her father's influence on her during her early years contributed to her constant inclination toward democratic politics. Reeves was chosen as the Labour MP for Leeds West in northern England in 2010, the year the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats formed a coalition and took power. She was chosen by Starmer to serve as Labour's finance spokesman eleven years later. Ellie Reeves, her sister, is a Labour MP as well.Goals for Rachel Reeves As the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer in the history of the UK, she currently oversees an economy marked by slow growth, massive debt, and the biggest tax load in seven decades. Reeves has ruled out raising corporation and income taxes in order to restore economic stability. Her dedication to sound fiscal policies is a reflection of her ambition to be successful in the governance and finance industries.  

Published 09 Jul 2024 05:30 PM

Who perishes in the White Lotus Season 3 conclusion, and where will Season 4 take place?

Who perishes in the White Lotus Season 3 conclusion, and where will Season 4 take place?

A significant character dies at the end of each season of the television series The White Lotus. Armond (Murray Bartlett) died at the end of Season 1, while Tanya McQuoid (Jennifer Coolidge), a beloved character, met a horrible end in Season 2. Following tradition, the show's most recent season, which took place on the Thai island of Koh Samui, featured the deaths of key characters. For those who haven't seen the episode, use this as a spoiler alert.An explanation of the conclusion of White Lotus Season 3 Throughout the season, we witnessed Walton Goggins's character Rick Hatchett's desire to murder Scott Glenn's character Jim Hollinger. Rick held Jim accountable for his father's passing. Rick returns to the resort from Thailand in the last episode. He seems calm, but when he sees Jim, who ridicules him and his mother, his calmness is upended. Rick becomes enraged by this and shoots Jim in a fit of rage. In a cruel twist of events, Rick later learns that Jim was, in fact, his biological father.Rick's rage will have terrible repercussions. When Rick's love, Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood), is murdered in the crossfire, he suffers yet another setback. Her body is seen being taken in his arms. The mystery surrounding the body seen at the start of Season 3 is soon solved when hotel security guard Gaitok (Tayme) chooses to murder Rick.  

Published 07 Apr 2025 08:35 PM

Why couldn't it have been me?' Alec Baldwin was diagnosed with PTSD following the Rust shooting.

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

This Week's Releases on Netflix: June 24–30, 2024

This Week's Releases on Netflix: June 24–30, 2024

It's time to take a look at every new release that Netflix has lined up for the last week of June 2024. With so many new releases coming out this week, including large Netflix Originals, licensed TV shows, and upcoming films, it's going to be an exciting one.As the new month draws near, you should become acquainted with every publication from July 2024. Stay tuned for further updates as we recently discovered a ton more. when usual, there will be a ton of films scheduled to end when we move into a new month. The complete list of July departures can be found here, and we've selected 17 that you should be aware of.As the new month draws near, you should become acquainted with every publication from July 2024. Stay tuned for further updates as we recently discovered a ton more. when usual, there will be a ton of films scheduled to end when we move into a new month. The complete list of July departures can be found here, and we've selected 17 that you should be aware of. Netflix will release A Family Affair (2024) on Friday. This movie has been anticipated for a very long time. A mother and her boss discover an unexpected romance that soon develops into a web of lies and misunderstandings in this romantic comedy starring Joey King, Nicole Kidman, and Zac Efron.2023's The Flash Tuesday will be available on Netflix. To be honest, the backstory of this film is every bit as fascinating as the film itself. James Gunn assumes the director's chair in one of the films that serves as a bookend to the DC film universe. In the film, which stars the troubled Ezra Miller, the Flash goes back in time to alter previous occurrences. Regretfully, since all of the DC movies left Netflix in the first few months of this year, you won't be able to watch them all at once.Supacell: A Netflix Original Series Arriving on Netflix on Thursday Our last choice, which is still about superheroes, is Supacell, the newest new series to come out of the UK. The Rapman series, which has been in development for years, centers on a gang of Black Londoners who all acquire superpowers. There's no denying that this show is currently underappreciated, which may indicate that Netflix isn't particularly confident in it. However, they didn't really believe in Baby Reindeer, and see how it worked out. The cast of the new six-episode series includes Michael Salami, Eddie Marsan, Adelayo Adedayo, Destiny Viva, and Travis Jay.The new six-episode series stars Travis Jay, Destiny Viva, Eddie Marsan, Adelayo Adedayo, and Michael Salami.  

Published 25 Jun 2024 03:09 PM

Why Trump's tariffs may accelerate the trend of the RBI cutting its holdings in US Treasury assets

Why Trump's tariffs may accelerate the trend of the RBI cutting its holdings in US Treasury assets

Over the past year, India has reduced its exposure to US Treasury Bills (T-bills), indicating a cautious move in the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) foreign exchange reserve policy ahead of US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian imports. As the trade-off is discussed in policy circles, a number of factors may come into play, but this pattern may become more noticeable in the future.Data from the US Department of Treasury shows that by September 2024, India's holdings of US securities had reached a peak of $247.2 billion, but by December 2024, they had steadily decreased to roughly $219.1 billion. As of June 2025, India, the tenth-largest T-bill investor, has around $227 billion in US Treasury securities, up from $242 billion in June 2024. The roughly $20 billion drop since September of last year is the result of a gradual cutover that took place over a number of months. The Indian Express Your monthly allotment of free stories has been used up. Sign up to read more stories. Register Have an account already? Log inAccording to analysts, under extraordinary circumstances—usually prompted by geopolitical or national security concerns—the US may freeze or restrict access to Treasury securities. Washington and its allies prevented Moscow from accessing a sizable portion of its foreign reserves stored abroad, including assets denominated in dollars and euros, when Russia invaded Ukraine. The episode made clear that the US can, under certain conditions, effectively deny a nation access to its Treasury holdings via the US financial system. A conceivable possibility, but an uncommon occurrence with limited precedent.A certain amount of moderation is seen in the RBI's own data. Overall foreign currency assets decreased to $567.55 billion in March 2025 as a result of India's holdings of global securities and T-bills, which dropped from $515.24 billion in September 2024 to $485.35 billion in March 2025. As of August 2025, the RBI has not yet released any data.

Published 09 Sep 2025 04:35 PM

EUR/USD remains firm as Trump raises tariffs cautiously

EUR/USD remains firm as Trump raises tariffs cautiously

As US President Donald Trump announced lower-than-expected tariffs on China, EUR/USD stayed strong above 1.0400. ECB's Lagarde cautioned that the Euro bloc should be ready for US tariffs, while ECB's Stournaras said that if the US imposes tariffs on the Eurozone, the pace of policy easing could quicken.In Wednesday's North American session, the EUR/USD maintains its rise above the crucial support level of 1.0400. As investors assess the United States' (US) clear tariff measures to construct new positions, the key currency pair continues to rise. Following a new two-week low of 107.75, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US dollar relative to six major currencies, recovers intraday losses.United States (US) President Donald Trump is ready to hike 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada and 10% on China, which will come into effect on February 1. Although he hasn't given specifics yet, Trump has also pledged to address trade imbalances with the Eurozone. Trump stated on Monday that he would either "raise tariffs or Europe buy more US oil and gas" to address the trade deficit. The US Dollar's (USD) demand as a safe haven is declining as a result of these tariff calls, which seem less alarming than what market players had expected from Trump's remarks during the election campaign.Traders may be forced to reduce their bets on the Federal Reserve (Fed) to maintain interest rates at their current levels for an extended period of time if Trump's tariff rises are less drastic than anticipated. Market investors currently anticipate that for the next three policy sessions, the Fed will maintain borrowing rates between 4.25% and 4.50%.  

Published 22 Jan 2025 09:56 PM

New Worker Classification Rule Could Disrupt the US Gig Economy

New Worker Classification Rule Could Disrupt the US Gig Economy

Uber drivers and other gig economy workers could be legally classified as employees under a new Department of Labor rule that goes into effect in March. The new rule already faces at least one lawsuit, filed by freelance writers who want to remain "independent contractors" rather than employees. Employees are entitled to overtime pay, minimum wage, and other benefits not available to contractors.While people who work as contractors value the flexibility, employment law experts say there's no reason employers couldn't offer flexible hours alongside employee status and the benefits that go along with it. App-based ride-sharing services such as Uber (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT) earned the title of “disruptors” for the way they drove traditional cab companies out of business. Now, they’re trying to fend off the disruption that could be coming for them, in the form of a new federal labor rule. A new regulation on worker classification released this month is already facing at least one legal challenge, and will likely see more pushback from gig economy companies whose business model it threatens. The new law could turn the gig economy upside down, and affect many of the estimated 22.1 million Americans who work as independent contractors, employment experts say. Earlier this month, the Department of Labor released details on a rule setting standards on when a worker counts as an employee as opposed to an independent contractor, entitling them to overtime pay, unemployment insurance, and a slew of other benefits under the law. The new rule, first proposed in 2022, is set to go into effect in March.This week, a group of freelancers, including three New Jersey-based writers, sued the Department of Labor to overturn the new rule. At least one major business lobbying group is also considering legal action. Should the government give “employee” status to workers currently classified as contractors, it would threaten the business models of companies such as Uber, Lyft, and Doordash (DASH), whose contract workers cost their employers much less than traditional employees would.Uber and the Flex Association—a trade group representing gig economy companies—both released statements last week saying that the rule would have no immediate impact on their businesses. “This rule does not materially change the law under which we operate, and will not impact the classification of the over one million Americans who turn to Uber to earn money flexibly,” Uber’s statement reads.  

Published 24 Jan 2024 08:47 PM

renowned manufacturer of cosmetics Avon declares bankruptcy.

renowned manufacturer of cosmetics Avon declares bankruptcy.

The proprietor of the well-known Avon cosmetics company, which is well-known for its door-to-door salespeople, has declared bankruptcy as a result of litigation claiming that talc in its products causes cancer. This week, Avon Products Inc. submitted its claim in the US, according to the Bloomberg agency. According to court filings, the multinational beauty business is attempting to resolve 386 distinct talc-related complaints.In court filings, the company's chief restructuring officer stated that it lacks "sufficient liquidity to litigate and/or settle" the personal injury cases, which have cost it $US225 million ($338 million) to date. Without a long-term solution, the business anticipates that the number of litigation will rise. In response to disputes involving the selling of talc goods, Avon goods is the most recent corporation to file for bankruptcy.The massive pharmaceutical and medical technology company Johnson & Johnson has made several unsuccessful attempts to use bankruptcy to reach a settlement with litigants. After operating in Australia for more than 50 years, Avon discontinued its operations there in 2018. In the early 1960s, salespeople known as "Avon ladies" went door-to-door distributing pamphlets promoting jewelry, accessories, and cosmetics to households all throughout the nation. In 1886, a door-to-door salesman in New York established Avon.  

Published 14 Dec 2024 09:48 PM

The Mango Pear Smoothie Bowl Recipe by Shilpa Shetty Is Ideal for a Pre-Yoga Breakfast

The Mango Pear Smoothie Bowl Recipe by Shilpa Shetty Is Ideal for a Pre-Yoga Breakfast

"Yoga For Climate Action" is the United Nations-approved theme for the 2019 International aDay of Yoga. The UN recognized the universal and widespread appeal of yoga among fitness enthusiasts worldwide, and this year marks the fifth annual celebration of International Day for Yoga. The celebration was launched in June 2015. The goal of this age-old, Indian-origin practice is to more effectively align the mind and spirit with the physical body through a series of mindful breathing and stretching exercises, as well as meditation. Many Indian celebrities expressed their admiration for this age-old custom that has spread to remote parts of the globe in their posts today.On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2019, Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra, a yogini (a female practitioner of yoga) and influencer, led a yoga session at Gateway of India in Mumbai. For a while now, Shetty has urged her admirers and followers to begin doing yoga. Via her social media accounts, she has consistently promoted a healthy diet and way of life. In addition to writing cookbooks with nutritious recipes, the former model and actor also maintains a YouTube channel where she frequently shares recipes for both sweet and savory dishes that use healthier substitutions for sugar and oil.  

Published 11 Jan 2024 02:12 AM

Premium haircare brand K18 will be acquired by Unilever

Premium haircare brand K18 will be acquired by Unilever

Unilever keeps refining the brands in its portfolio. The FMCG giant has agreed to buy "biotech" hair care brand K18, following the news that Elida Beauty would be sold to private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners.K18, a rapidly expanding company that combines science and cosmetics, was founded in 2020 by Suveen Sahib and Britta Cox. K18's six-product line is a favorite among experts and customers alike since it helps to pinpoint and treat the root causes of hair damage. The company was at the forefront of utilizing social media to inform and involve customers about hair science. K18 is mostly supplied in North America, the UK, and Australia through professional salons, retail, and eCommerce. This acquisition enhances our rapidly expanding collection of high-end, culturally significant consumer brands. Vasiliki Petrou, CEO of Unilever Prestige, said, "What Suveen, Britta, and the team have created is a testament to the importance of brands built on unparalleled science, product efficacy, and community love."

Published 11 Jan 2024 02:01 AM

Yellow Wood Partners will purchase Unilever's Elida Beauty division.

Yellow Wood Partners will purchase Unilever's Elida Beauty division.

The Elida Beauty division of the Unilever group, which includes the brands Q-tips, Impulse, Caress, Tigi, Timotei, Monsavon, Brut, Moussel, Alberto Balsam, and VO5, has reached a deal to be sold to the Boston-based private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners. In 2022, the company's revenue was approximately EUR 0.8 billion.Due to the fact that these companies are essential to their everyday life, consumers all across the world adore them. "Our previous collaboration with the Unilever team aided us in comprehending Elida Beauty's potential," stated Tad Yanagi, a partner at Yellow Wood Partners.  

Published 17 Jan 2024 06:35 PM

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Trump lists Afghanistan, India, China, and Pakistan as key nations for the transit and production of illegal drugs.

Trump lists Afghanistan, India, China, and Pakistan as key nations for the transit and production of illegal drugs.

India, Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan are among the 23 countries that US President Donald Trump has designated as "major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries." He has warned that the production and trafficking of drugs and precursor chemicals from these countries poses a threat to the safety of the US and its citizens.The list, referred to as the "Major's List" in Washington, names nations that are either major transit points or significant sources of illegal drugs entering the United States, according to a "Presidential Determination" that Trump filed to Congress on Monday.Afghanistan, the Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Burma, Chile, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela are among the countries mentioned. According to the White House, "even if a government has engaged in robust and diligent narcotics control and law enforcement measures," the designations were made based on a combination of geographic, commercial, and economic variables that enable drug manufacture or transit. According to the State Department, being on the list does not always indicate a lack of collaboration with the US.Trump cited five countries as having "failed demonstrably" to fulfill their international counternarcotics commitments during the previous 12 months: Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, and Venezuela.Regarding Afghanistan, Trump rejected the Taliban's widely reported narcotics ban, claiming that methamphetamine manufacturing and stockpiles continued to support global markets and finance terrorists. "I am once again designating Afghanistan as having failed demonstrably to uphold its drug control obligations, and some Taliban members continue to profit from this trade," he stated.  

Published 18 Sep 2025 05:56 PM

Analysis: China's past reverberates in Trump and Musk's America

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

Trump prioritizes deportations and climate rollbacks on his first full day in office.

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

Reeves suffers yet another setback as the UK economy contracts, according to new data.

Reeves suffers yet another setback as the UK economy contracts, according to new data.

According to official data, the UK economy contracted once more in October, underscoring the magnitude of the task Rachel Reeves has in ensuring the UK has the strongest growth in the G7.According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), output decreased by 0.1% in October after declining by 0.1% the month before. This is the first time the economy has shrunk for two months in a row since March and April 2020, when the Covid-19 pandemic first started. After achieving the strongest growth in the G7 at the beginning of 2024, the economy came to a complete standstill in the second half of this year.The most recent data covers the month before the government's first budget, in which Labour announced tax increases of £40 billion. According to the ONS's monthly business survey, certain businesses, including manufacturers, merchants, and recruiters, reported that turnover was impacted while they awaited the tax-setting statement's decision.  

Published 13 Dec 2024 10:54 PM

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Trump lists Afghanistan, India, China, and Pakistan as key nations for the transit and production of illegal drugs.

Trump lists Afghanistan, India, China, and Pakistan as key nations for the transit and production of illegal drugs.

India, Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan are among the 23 countries that US President Donald Trump has designated as "major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries." He has warned that the production and trafficking of drugs and precursor chemicals from these countries poses a threat to the safety of the US and its citizens.The list, referred to as the "Major's List" in Washington, names nations that are either major transit points or significant sources of illegal drugs entering the United States, according to a "Presidential Determination" that Trump filed to Congress on Monday.Afghanistan, the Bahamas, Belize, Bolivia, Burma, Chile, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela are among the countries mentioned. According to the White House, "even if a government has engaged in robust and diligent narcotics control and law enforcement measures," the designations were made based on a combination of geographic, commercial, and economic variables that enable drug manufacture or transit. According to the State Department, being on the list does not always indicate a lack of collaboration with the US.Trump cited five countries as having "failed demonstrably" to fulfill their international counternarcotics commitments during the previous 12 months: Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, Colombia, and Venezuela.Regarding Afghanistan, Trump rejected the Taliban's widely reported narcotics ban, claiming that methamphetamine manufacturing and stockpiles continued to support global markets and finance terrorists. "I am once again designating Afghanistan as having failed demonstrably to uphold its drug control obligations, and some Taliban members continue to profit from this trade," he stated.  

Published 18 Sep 2025 05:56 PM

Why Trump's tariffs may accelerate the trend of the RBI cutting its holdings in US Treasury assets

Why Trump's tariffs may accelerate the trend of the RBI cutting its holdings in US Treasury assets

Over the past year, India has reduced its exposure to US Treasury Bills (T-bills), indicating a cautious move in the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) foreign exchange reserve policy ahead of US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian imports. As the trade-off is discussed in policy circles, a number of factors may come into play, but this pattern may become more noticeable in the future.Data from the US Department of Treasury shows that by September 2024, India's holdings of US securities had reached a peak of $247.2 billion, but by December 2024, they had steadily decreased to roughly $219.1 billion. As of June 2025, India, the tenth-largest T-bill investor, has around $227 billion in US Treasury securities, up from $242 billion in June 2024. The roughly $20 billion drop since September of last year is the result of a gradual cutover that took place over a number of months. The Indian Express Your monthly allotment of free stories has been used up. Sign up to read more stories. Register Have an account already? Log inAccording to analysts, under extraordinary circumstances—usually prompted by geopolitical or national security concerns—the US may freeze or restrict access to Treasury securities. Washington and its allies prevented Moscow from accessing a sizable portion of its foreign reserves stored abroad, including assets denominated in dollars and euros, when Russia invaded Ukraine. The episode made clear that the US can, under certain conditions, effectively deny a nation access to its Treasury holdings via the US financial system. A conceivable possibility, but an uncommon occurrence with limited precedent.A certain amount of moderation is seen in the RBI's own data. Overall foreign currency assets decreased to $567.55 billion in March 2025 as a result of India's holdings of global securities and T-bills, which dropped from $515.24 billion in September 2024 to $485.35 billion in March 2025. As of August 2025, the RBI has not yet released any data.

Published 09 Sep 2025 04:35 PM

Greetings, blonde: Kate Middleton makes a daring new appearance

Greetings, blonde: Kate Middleton makes a daring new appearance

The 43-year-old confirmed her long-rumored hair makeover in August by joining Prince William at London's Natural History Museum for their first joint engagement since the summer break.Middleton lightened her characteristic hair to a golden, sun-kissed tint after announcing in January that she is in remission from her cancer diagnosis. Because there is still some brown base present, it can alternatively be referred to as light bronde (brown + blonde).Her hair now reaches the middle of her back in flowing waves with a side part, giving her the longest and brightest look to date. Her sophisticated style is enhanced by the summertime glow created by the honey and gold tones woven through her chestnut base.When Kate appeared at Wimbledon in mid-July, she was still wearing her heavier chestnut color. Given her preference for sophisticated, traditional fashion and elegance, the new color is unexpected and a dramatic change from her typical appearance.She wore a stylish Ralph Lauren tweed jacket, dark green pants, and a white button-down shirt for this outing. Pretty Ballerinas tassel loafers completed the ensemble. She accessorized with a Daniella Draper alphabet necklace etched with her children's initials, pear-drop earrings, and her sapphire engagement ring. Even though the blond color is trending, Kate has always experimented with her hairstyle. She has experimented with highlights, curtain bangs, and layers throughout the years. She even wore a lighter shade of brown in September 2019, however it wasn't as pale as it is now. Her return to "normal life after treatment" also includes her new hair color. Going back to normal life is difficult, she told patients during a July visit to a hospital in Essex: "You have to find your new normal and that takes time."Online responses to her hair makeover, however, have been conflicting. Some thought the style didn't fit her, while others questioned whether she was wearing a wig. However, a lot of people expressed their admiration for the transformation and saw her new hair as a sign of a new beginning following her fight with illness.  

Published 05 Sep 2025 08:53 PM

Harvard aspirations in the shadow of Trump: Indian students are divided on whether to attend or remain

Harvard aspirations in the shadow of Trump: Indian students are divided on whether to attend or remain

The image was straightforward: a woman standing beneath a red Harvard flag with Massachusetts Hall's red brick rising in the background. It was more than just a photo to the 52-year-old principal of a school in Delhi; it was evidence that she had come to start a master's degree in education at Harvard University.Harvard's accreditation to accept international students was revoked by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in May. In addition to refusing to provide surveillance footage and disciplinary records of international students linked to protests, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem accused the university of creating a “hostile” school environment for Jewish students. Harvard was given 72 hours to comply after the action shut it out of SEVIS, the federal database that controls visas. The ruling put over 7,000 international students on campus—nearly 800 of whom were Indian—in immediate legal danger. For those who were admitted for Fall 2025, it was like a dream that vanished in an instant.Calling the revocation "a series of government actions to retaliate against Harvard for our refusal to surrender our academic independence," Harvard retaliated in court. The institution had considerable leeway because to a temporary restraining order. However, there was still uncertainty for new overseas students. The principal of Delhi considered her choices. Yes, she said, "I was overwhelmed, but I knew reversals had happened before." "I might go next year if I didn't go this year. However, it isn't the case for many people younger than me. There would be a significant opportunity loss. After her social media profiles were examined, she received her visa on July 29. After packing, she took a plane to Boston. She is currently attending leadership and curriculum design classes.Like her, other others made the decision to jump in. A 26-year-old Gujarati who received a prestigious grant to attend Harvard's Kennedy School recalls the predicament clearly. It was almost unreal and dramatic. However, I persuaded myself that I would always regret not taking this chance. He acknowledges that the uneasiness still exists, but he is currently starting his public policy studies. "That crisis reverberates in every discussion with classmates. As international students, we must exercise caution, keep quiet, and focus on our goals.  

Published 02 Sep 2025 08:51 PM

What happened to Kim Jong Un? How internet users respond to PM Modi's cordial interactions with Xi and Putin during the SCO meeting in China

What happened to Kim Jong Un? How internet users respond to PM Modi's cordial interactions with Xi and Putin during the SCO meeting in China

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cordial interactions with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin stole the show at Monday's Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in China.The internet responded with its usual sense of humor to the remarkable exhibition of friendliness between the three leaders during the summit, which took place in the northern Chinese town of Tianjin and featured hugs, huddles, and laughter.What happened to Kim Jong Un? One person inquired regarding the location of North Korea's supreme leader. Another reader commented, "In the train," in response to this post.In the midst of international tensions due to US tariffs, the three leaders' unity was particularly noteworthy. Days after US President Donald Trump placed 50% tariffs on Indian goods for New Delhi, PM Narendra Modi had bilateral discussions with Xi and Putin on the fringes of the SCO conference."100% tariff lagade who, is se zyada kya karega who," Modi allegedly told leaders at the SCO conference, including Xi and Putin, according to a phony audio overlay on the meeting's footage.For the first time in seven years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting China. Meetings with Putin and Xi are interpreted as Modi's attempt to improve ties with Russia and mend fences with China in the face of tense US relations.  

Published 01 Sep 2025 05:47 PM

England Drop to Third in WTC After Over Rate Penalty at Lord’s

England Drop to Third in WTC After Over Rate Penalty at Lord’s

England have been docked points in the World Test Championship (WTC) for maintaining a slow over rate during the first Test against the West Indies at Lord’s. The deduction has caused them to slip to third place in the current WTC standings.   According to the ICC, England fell short of the required over rate and were penalized one point for each over they failed to bowl in time. They were also fined a portion of their match fee, in line with standard regulations. The over rate was assessed based on the actual playing time and overs bowled, excluding stoppages and allowances.   This penalty affects England’s progress in the WTC cycle, where every point is crucial in the race to the final. Despite winning the Lord’s Test convincingly, the deduction has narrowed their lead over other contenders. Australia and India now sit ahead in the standings, with England closely trailing behind.   The second Test of the series will be held at Trent Bridge, where England will look to not only continue their strong performance but also avoid further penalties that could impact their WTC campaign.

Published 16 Jul 2025 12:46 PM

Aon Strengthens Credit Solutions Business with Three Key Appointments

Aon Strengthens Credit Solutions Business with Three Key Appointments

Aon has announced three new senior appointments to its Credit Solutions business as it looks to expand its capabilities in trade credit, structured finance, and risk advisory services. The move reflects the firm’s ongoing investment in talent to support better clients navigating complex financial and geopolitical environments.   Joel Palmer will join the firm in September as Trade Finance Leader. He brings over ten years of experience in trade finance, banking, and insurance, having previously held senior roles at AIG, HSBC, RBS, and Barclays. His expertise spans global trade finance strategy and business development across EMEA markets.   Alice Black, a long-time member of Aon, has been promoted to Structured Finance Leader. Over nearly 15 years with the company, she has worked across political risk and structured credit, most recently serving as Executive Director within the Credit Solutions division. In her new role, she will focus on expanding structured trade credit insurance offerings for financial institutions.   Melissa Dowle has also joined the team as Executive Growth Advisor. With more than three decades of experience in credit insurance, she held several leadership roles at Allianz Trade, including regional director and head of customer strategy. At Aon, she will help grow the UK national and corporate credit business, working closely with regional clients to strengthen risk resilience.   Both Black and Palmer will handle developing and improving the company’s sales strategy, overseeing banking client deal teams, and driving new business and cross-promotion efforts within the commercial risk portfolio. They will report to Lorimer. Dowle’s primary focus will be on expanding the UK national and corporate segments of its credit solutions, reporting to Will Jones, Aon’s UK practice leader.    “These appointments support Aon Credit Solutions’ growth goals and reflect our commitment to bringing top talent on board,” said Stuart Lawson, Global Head of Aon’s Credit Solutions.   In the past two years, Aon has brought together its UK surety team and its political risk and structured credit team under one global Credit Solutions division.

Published 14 Jul 2025 12:59 PM

Who perishes in the White Lotus Season 3 conclusion, and where will Season 4 take place?

Who perishes in the White Lotus Season 3 conclusion, and where will Season 4 take place?

A significant character dies at the end of each season of the television series The White Lotus. Armond (Murray Bartlett) died at the end of Season 1, while Tanya McQuoid (Jennifer Coolidge), a beloved character, met a horrible end in Season 2. Following tradition, the show's most recent season, which took place on the Thai island of Koh Samui, featured the deaths of key characters. For those who haven't seen the episode, use this as a spoiler alert.An explanation of the conclusion of White Lotus Season 3 Throughout the season, we witnessed Walton Goggins's character Rick Hatchett's desire to murder Scott Glenn's character Jim Hollinger. Rick held Jim accountable for his father's passing. Rick returns to the resort from Thailand in the last episode. He seems calm, but when he sees Jim, who ridicules him and his mother, his calmness is upended. Rick becomes enraged by this and shoots Jim in a fit of rage. In a cruel twist of events, Rick later learns that Jim was, in fact, his biological father.Rick's rage will have terrible repercussions. When Rick's love, Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood), is murdered in the crossfire, he suffers yet another setback. Her body is seen being taken in his arms. The mystery surrounding the body seen at the start of Season 3 is soon solved when hotel security guard Gaitok (Tayme) chooses to murder Rick.  

Published 07 Apr 2025 08:35 PM

Donald Trump declares the  Gold Card. What a US visa implies, particularly for Indians

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

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.

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.

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

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