December 18, 2024 2:45 pm

Day: December 17, 2024

Asia, Economy, India

India Strengthens Commitment to Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery with Key Debt Restructuring Initiatives

India has reaffirmed its strong commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s economic stabilization, recovery, and long-term growth by playing a pivotal role in the country’s debt restructuring process. Through a series of financial initiatives, India has emerged as a key partner in helping its neighboring nation navigate the economic crisis. The India Exim Bank has taken […]

Middle East, US

U.S. Continues Search for Journalist Austin Tice in Syria, No Current U.S. Personnel on the Ground

WASHINGTON – The U.S. State Department confirmed on December 18 that no U.S. government personnel are currently on the ground in Syria in the search for Austin Tice, an American journalist abducted in August 2012, but it did not rule out sending a team in the future. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized that the […]

Americas, Tech & Startup

TikTok Appeals to Supreme Court to Block US Ban on App, Citing National Security Concerns

WASHINGTON – On December 16, TikTok filed an emergency request with the U.S. Supreme Court, seeking to temporarily block a law that mandates its parent company, ByteDance, to divest the short-video app by January 19, 2024, or face a ban in the United States. The appeal comes after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the […]

Americas

Unidentified Drone Sightings Over New Jersey Spark Conspiracy Theories and Calls for Investigation

PRINCETON, New Jersey — Thousands of unidentified lighted drones spotted flying across New Jersey and other U.S. states since November have caused widespread concern, spurring conspiracy theories and prompting demands from lawmakers for the Biden administration to explain the mysterious sightings. WHAT ARE PEOPLE SEEING, AND WHERE? Hundreds of people have posted videos and photos […]

Americas

White House Denies Cover-Up Amid Public Panic Over Mystery Drones

WASHINGTON – The White House on Dec 16 sought to calm growing public panic over mystery drones reported across parts of the United States, insisting that the objects were flying legally and dismissing allegations of a government cover-up. The sightings, which have sparked mass speculation and concern, gained even more attention after President-elect Donald Trump […]

Economy, Middle East

World Bank: Palestinian Economy Faces Catastrophic Decline Amid Ongoing Conflict

WASHINGTON: The ongoing war in the Palestinian territories has led to a devastating economic downturn, according to the World Bank. The Bank reported on December 16 that the conflict has decimated all sectors of the Palestinian economy, with Gaza’s economic output plunging by 86% in the first half of 2024, and the West Bank contracting […]

Middle East, UN

UN Aid Chief Meets with Syria’s New Leadership to Discuss Humanitarian Aid Expansion

UNITED NATIONS: United Nations aid chief Tom Fletcher met with Syria’s new interim leaders, including Commander Ahmed al-Sharaa and Prime Minister Mohammed al-Bashir, on Monday to discuss ways to expand humanitarian assistance in the war-torn country. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the meeting, praising Syria’s caretaker government for their commitment to protect civilians, particularly humanitarian […]

Americas

Trump Calls for Ukraine to Reach Peace Deal with Russia, Downplays Territorial Losses

PALM BEACH, Florida: US President-elect Donald Trump has called for Ukraine to negotiate a deal with Russia to end the ongoing invasion, suggesting that the territorial gains made by Russia should be acknowledged in the settlement. Speaking on December 16 at his Mar-a-Lago club, Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should “be prepared to […]

China, Pacific

Chinese Businessman Linked to Prince Andrew Denies Spy Allegations Amid UK Security Concerns

LONDON: A Chinese businessman with close links to Prince Andrew has denied allegations of being a spy after being named in court as a suspected Chinese agent by British authorities. Yang Tengbo, described as a “close confidant” of Prince Andrew in a recent ruling by the Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC), waived his right to […]

Asia, India

Sri Lankan President Assures PM Modi: Won’t Allow Land to Be Used Against India Amid Chinese Influence

NEW DELHI: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Monday assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Sri Lanka would not permit its territory to be used in any manner harmful to India’s interests. The statement comes amid growing Chinese influence in the region, particularly through the strategic Hambantota Port. During discussions at Hyderabad House in […]

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