ru24.pro
News in English
Август
2024

Новости за 05.08.2024

Cooler weather helps firefighters corral a third of big California blaze

Voice of America 

CHICO, California — Fire crews battling California's largest wildfire this year have corralled a third of the blaze aided in part by cooler weather, but a return of triple-digit temperatures could allow it to grow, fire officials said Sunday. Cooler temperatures and increased humidity gave firefighters "a great opportunity to make some good advances" on the fire in the Sierra Nevada foothills, said Chris Vestal, a spokesman for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The Park... Читать дальше...

Bangladesh on edge as deadly day of violence kills at least 90 - BBC

Top Stories (uk) - Google News (com) 

  1. Bangladesh on edge as deadly day of violence kills at least 90  BBC
  2. Anti-government protesters in Bangladesh plan to march to capital after a weekend of deadly clashes  The Independent
  3. Almost 100 people killed in Bangladesh protests as nationwide curfew imposed  Sky News
  4. 300 Killed, Sheikh Hasina Under Fire: Violent Bangladesh Protests Explained  NDTV
  5. Almost 100 people killed in Bangladesh as protesters renew call for PM to quit  The Guardian

Bloodbath on Asian indices, markets in Red amid Bank of Japan's rate hike and yen appreciation

BigNewsNetwork.com 

New Delhi [India], August 5 (ANI): In the Asian stock markets, Japanese indices registered high losses during the early trading session on Monday. The Japanese markets are down 20 per cent from their recent all-time highs. The Nikkei 225 index declined more than 1600 points or 4.85 per cent to 34,247.56. The markets of Japan faced pressure after the Bank of Japan announced a well-telegraphed rate hike, which led to an unw

Gasping for postseason contention, Reds visit Marlins

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

(Photo credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports) This is our chance. That's surely what the Cincinnati Reds are thinking as they get ready to open a four-game series in Miami against the Marlins on Monday night. At 53-58, the Reds are on the fringe of the National League's wild-card race. Miami (42-70), meanwhile, has the third-worst recordin the majors. Despite those numbers, however, the Reds can't afford to play sloppy

Bongiorno! Aosta And Little Aosta Launch Italian-inspired Brunch

Scoop 

The new seasonal brunch menu at Aosta and Little Aosta includes Italian twists on well-loved Kiwi breakfast staples – think ‘Carbonara’ Benedict, The O.G. Bacon Butty, Calabrian Chili Scramble and more. And then of course, there is the Italian ...

Bangladesh: Anti-Discrimination student movement to hold "March to Dhaka" today

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The anti-discrimination student movement organized a "March to Dhaka" to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her cabinet. Initially set for Tuesday, it was moved to Monday. Amid escalating violence and widespread unrest, Sheikh Hasina encouraged dialogue with students at Gono Bhaban. The protests are marked by growing casualties.

Biggest meteor shower of 2024 to peak amid rare supermoon this month - The Independent

Top Stories (uk) - Google News (ru) 

  1. Biggest meteor shower of 2024 to peak amid rare supermoon this month  The Independent
  2. See Perseid Meteors Peak With The Northern Lights: The Night Sky This Week  Forbes
  3. Starwatch: Perseids to peak in dazzling shower mid-month  The Guardian
  4. Get ready to watch the dazzling Perseid meteor shower in August  New Scientist
  5. The Perseid meteor shower is about to peak. Here's when to see the most 'shooting stars'.  Livescience.com

Paris Olympics: Ngamba becomes 1st athlete on refugee team to clinch medal

Business Standard 

Cameroonian boxer Cindy Ngamba on Sunday became the first athlete on the Refugee Olympic Team to clinch a medal at the Paris Games, offering hope for a team created to call attention to the plight of refugees across the world. Ngamba's victory comes after a fierce bout with French boxer Davina Michel in the women's middleweight quarterfinals. The win means she's at least scored a bronze medal as she advances to the semifinals. Ngamba was a flag bearer for the 37 athletes making up the biggest Olympic... Читать дальше...

North Korea's Kim Jong Un unveils 250 new tactical ballistic missile launchers

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

North Korea has unveiled a new tactical ballistic missile system, with 250 launchers, at a ceremony overseen by Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang on August 4. The system, possibly the "Hwasong-11" launcher, is expected to be deployed near the South Korean border. Kim emphasized North Korea's enhanced nuclear readiness in response to US-led alliances. The event follows recent North Korean missile tests and international condemnations of its missile programs, as well as a new strategic partnership treaty with Russia.

Where Team USA sits in 2024 Olympics medal count at end of Day 9 - NBC Philadelphia

Google.com 

  1. Where Team USA sits in 2024 Olympics medal count at end of Day 9  NBC Philadelphia
  2. 2024 Olympic Games medal counter: Stay up to date on Team USA, other wins  Fox News
  3. USA men's basketball roster, schedule for Paris Olympics: Team USA begins knockout round  USA TODAY
  4. Meet the Nations That Have Never Won an Olympic Medal (and Two That Just Did)  The New York Times

Rupee set to keep tiptoeing to new lows as policy pivot in focus

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The Indian rupee’s status shifted from emerging Asia’s best-performing currency to one of the worst this quarter, driven by stock outflows and high dollar demand. Analysts forecast further depreciation, especially if the Reserve Bank of India turns dovish. Despite RBI’s stabilizing efforts, the currency is anticipated to weaken gradually amidst ongoing market pressures.

Why Upcoming Red Sox-Royals Series Holds Massive Implications

New England Sportd Network: World Cup 

The Boston Red Sox and the Kansas City Royals dueled in the final series before the All-Star break at Fenway Park back in July. After dropping the opener, the Red Sox responded to take the final two games and win the series against a young Kansas City club with plenty of talent. There’s plenty of […]