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Nairobi, Kenya — In an address to the nation on Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto said that he’s decided not to sign a bill that included a series of tax increases. He spoke one day after more than 20 people were killed during protests against the bill that led to clashes with police. "I concede and therefore I will not sign the 2024 finance bill. It shall subsequently be withdrawn and that shall be our collective position," he said. Ruto made the statement from the State House on... Читать дальше...
Myanmar’s legal economy has been gutted by conflict and instability since the military seized power in 2021 and sparked a widespread armed uprising.
India vs England T20 pitch report: India is set to take on England in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup at Providence Stadium in Guyana. Regarding the pitch conditions in Guyana, Rohit Sharma, India's captain, remained undecided about the possibility of fielding four spinners.
Actor Darshans wife urges fans to stay calm with this too shall pass message
The song, off 2002 LP Sea Change, previews the musician's upcoming tour
(Telecompaper) Indian operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) reports it has acquired 50 MHz of spectrum across low band and mid band spectrum (900 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2500 MHz)...
Hutt City Council has today approved its 10 Year Plan 2024-34 which has a primary focus on tackling generational under-investment in infrastructure.
Elaine Thompson-Herah, the two-time defending Olympic champion in the 100m and 200m, will be absent in Paris through injury.
Ana Ruiz was dismayed seeing migrants from some countries released in the United States with orders to appear in immigration court while she and other Mexicans were deported on a one-hour bus ride to the nearest border crossing. They're giving priority to other countries, Ruiz, 35, after a tearful phone call to family in Mexico's southern state of Chiapas at the San Juan Bosco migrant shelter. The shelter's director says it is receiving about 100 deportees a day, more than double what it saw before... Читать дальше...
South Korea, the United States, and Japan began major military exercises, "Freedom Edge," focusing on missile and air defenses, anti-submarine warfare, and cyber training. This follows a summit where the countries agreed to annual drills to counter North Korea's nuclear threats and China's regional influence. The exercises involve assets like the USS Theodore Roosevelt, JS Atago, and KF-16 fighter jets. North Korea, which views such drills as invasion rehearsals, responded angrily, especially after... Читать дальше...
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported detecting 35 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels near Taiwan from Wednesday to Thursday morning. Among these, 33 aircraft crossed the median line, entering Taiwan's ADIZ. In response, Taiwan deployed aircraft, naval ships, and coastal missile systems. This incident is part of a pattern of increased Chinese military activity around Taiwan, with 371 aircraft and 204 vessels detected so far in June. Additionally, Taiwan's Coast Guard monitored... Читать дальше...
There is no doubt that we couldn't have hoped for a better draw. To not have to face any of France, Spain, Germany before the final represents the best chance we could have of getting there.
Social Democrats propose more Swedish and a ban on unqualified teachers in English schools, Prime Minister slams Swedes who defy travel recommendations, and Greens want Sweden to introduce a four-day week. Here's some of Sweden's news on Thursday.
(Telecompaper) BeIN Sports has acquired the exclusive domestic broadcast rights to the entire Ligue 2 football tournament, following a deal with French football governing body LFP...
This is one of 15 mayoral profiles that will be published daily on weekdays before voting opens on June 29. There is a standfirst for each one. They are done as a Q&A.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, talked with Nikki Scott, founder of Armed Forces charity Scotty’s Little Soldiers, about coping with loss in a poignant conversation
IIFL Securities stock performance was influenced by the association with Sanjiv Bhasin, facing SEBI inquiry for alleged stock manipulation. The company's significant stock returns over the past year were impacted by market actions. Bhasin's role in directing stock purchases and generating retail interest is under investigation, affecting the stock price movement.
KUALA LUMPUR: The pint-sized Faiz Helmi Jali gets a recall to plug the big holes in the national men’s hockey team.
Читать дальше...According to a Reuters report, German engineering group Robert Bosch is weighing a bid for the US appliances manufacturer Whirlpool.
"Please be assured that we take such matters very seriously," Zomato took to X to respond to the incident. Read on for details.
(Photo credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports) The Chicago White Sox were playing .200 ball when the Atlanta Braves left Guaranteed Rate Field after a rainout postponed the finale of the second series of the season. Chicago's winning percentage has improved only marginally in the 12 weeks since. As for the Braves? They're in the thick of theNational League postseason race and aiming to stay hot when they visit the White S
(Photo credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports) The Toronto Blue Jays return from a 1-4 rain-shortened road trip for an eight-game homestand that begins Thursday night with the opener of a four-game series against the struggling New York Yankees. The Blue Jays had their game against the Boston Red Sox suspended because of rain during the second inning on Wednesday with the score 0-0. The game will be resumed in Bosto