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Australias Bondi beach shooting: Alleged shooters holed up in hotel during Philippines visit
The Akrams largely kept to themselves and they werent approachable like other foreigners, said Angelica Ytang, a night desk manager
Saudi-India deal allows officials short-term stay in UAE without visa
India and Saudi Arabia have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic, special, and official passports. This move simplifies short-stay travel for government officials and diplomats, fostering closer bilateral relations and facilitating smoother execution of joint programs. The agreement signifies growing trust and cooperation between the two nations.
Ecuadorian police say football player Mario Pineida has been shot dead in an apparent attack
Ecuador is expected to have its most violent year on record with more than 9,000 homicides, according to the Ecuadorian Observatory of Organized Crime
Woman on the run found hiding in the UK after 'water bottle gives her away'
Zulma Guzman Castro, 54, is accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned chocolate-covered raspberries in Colombia - and was rescued from the Rive... Woman on the run found hiding in the UK after 'water bottle gives her away'
US government admits part in 'needless loss of life' after deadly Washington plane crash
At least 28 bodies were pulled from the Potomac River after the helicopter apparently flew into the path of the American Airlines jet in January, kill... US government admits part in 'needless loss of life' after deadly Washington plane crash
Devoted Liverpool fan Adam Smyth named as 14th victim of horrific Bondi Beach shooting
The loyal Liverpool supporter has been named as the 14th victim of the senseless terrorism attack as his family say 'no words can describe the pain of... Devoted Liverpool fan Adam Smyth named as 14th victim of horrific Bondi Beach shooting
Gold, silver prices fall on MCX ahead of US inflation data
During early trade, MCX gold February contracts were trading 0.20 per cent lower at Rs 1,34,619 per 10 grams. In INR gold has support at Rs 1,33,850-1,33,110 while resistance at Rs 1,35,350-1,35,970. Silver has support at Rs 2,05,650-2,03,280 while resistance at Rs 2,08,810, 2,10,270, experts stated.
Sensex, Nifty open lower amid weak global cues
At around 9:23 a.m., the 30-share Sensex was trading at 84,434.8, down 124.77 points or 0.15 per cent. The Nifty slipped 22.15 points, or 0.08 per cent, to 25,789.75.
PM Modi wraps up Oman visit with focus on trade, ties and a lavish state dinner
Prime Minister Modi's Oman visit forged a modern powerhouse from ancient ties. A Joint Vision Document and four MoUs were signed, boosting economic diversification, trade, and maritime cooperation. These agreements pave the way for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, strengthening India-Oman relations and opening new regional avenues.
US says India remains 'key partner' despite not joining Pax Silica
Speculation linking India's absence to political tensions with Washington was misplaced and incorrect, Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg told reporters at a news conference organised by the Foreign Press Centre here.
Russia wants to drain Europe's investigative resources with its sabotage campaign, officials say
Can India catch up with the US, Taiwan and China in the global chip race?
India aims to be an additional manufacturing hub for companies wanting to expand production beyond China. Can India catch up with the US, Taiwan and China in the global chip race?
No evidence Australias Bondi gunmen trained in the Philippines: Official
Philippine official said 'mere visit' to the country does not support claims the men underwent 'terrorist training'. No evidence Australias Bondi gunmen trained in the Philippines: Official
US kills 4 in latest Pacific Ocean attack as Venezuela tension spirals
New attack brings death toll to nearly 100 from US strikes on vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean. US kills 4 in latest Pacific Ocean attack as Venezuela tension spirals
U.S., Russia to hold talks on Ukraine in Miami: White House
The talks come after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed progress during two days of meetings in Berlin between Kyiv and Trumps envoys, while warning that Moscow was preparing for a new year of war
Trump in White House speech announces USD 1,776 bonus for US troops
Washington: President Donald Trump said in a White House speech Wednesday night that he was sending a USD 1,776 bonus check to US troops for Christmas, indicating that tariffs were funding the payments as he tried to reassure a worried public about the health of the economy. Trump said 1.45 million military service members would Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fact check: Trump repeats numerous false claims in prime-time address
Rhino dehorning brings poaching in African reserves crashing down
Unfortunately for these creatures, some people perceive rhino horns as status symbols with which to display wealth and success; the result is a multi-hundred-million-dollar global black market driven by high demand and high prices
Takeaways from Trump's year-end address to the nation
Tesla faces sales ban in California over self-driving claims
San Francisco: California regulators are threatening to suspend Teslas license to sell its electric cars in the state early next year unless the automaker tones down its marketing tactics for its self-driving features after a judge concluded the Elon Musk-led company has been misleading consumers about the technologys capabilities. The potential 30-day blackout of Teslas Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Why Is He Screaming? Trump Presidential Address Underwhelms and Confuses Viewers
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Peter Arnett, who reported on Vietnam, Gulf wars, dies at 91
While almost all Western reporters had fled Baghdad in the days before the U.S.-led attack, Arnett stayed; as missiles began raining on the city, he broadcast a live account by cellphone from his hotel room
Trump Rants Incoherently at 2X Speed in Bonkers TV Address
US House passes Republican healthcare bill without extension of ACA subsidy
Australia to introduce laws to crack down on hate speech after Bondi shooting
Mr. Albanese said the government will seek to introduce legislation that makes it easier to charge people promoting hate speech and violence, as well as increased penalties
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Peter Arnett, who reported on the Vietnam and Gulf wars, has died
U.S. House passes ban on gender-affirming care for minors
The bill, sponsored by right-wing firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene, was approved by 216 votes to 211 and now heads to the Senate, where its fate is less certain
Trump demands Venezuela pay for seized U.S. oil assets after calling for 'blockade'
U.S. oil companies dominated Venezuela's petroleum industry until the country's leaders moved to nationalise the sector, first in the 1970s and again in the 21st century under Mr. Maduro and his predecessor, Hugo Chve
U.S. government admits negligence in helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The official response to the first lawsuit filed by one of the victims' families said that the government is liable in the crash partly because the air traffic controller violated procedures that night
China reportedly has a prototype EUV machine built by ex-ASML employees
A report from Reuters claims that scientists in China have created a prototype of a machine that could eventually be used to produce semiconductor chips capable of powering artificial intelligence. Sources told the publication that a team in Shenzhen completed the prototype of an extreme ultraviolet lithography machine earlier this year and it is allegedly now undergoing testing. The EUV machine was reportedly made by former engineers from Dutch semiconductor supplier ASML. Reuters states that China is targeting production of its own EUV chips beginning in 2028, although other experts have projected 2030 as a more likely date. EUV is a supremely complicated bit of technology; we have an explainer below that gets into some of the details. It is at the heart of the chips made by companies such as Intel and TSMC, so any company trying to compete would also need access to EUV. Although the Chinese prototype is not yet making chips, it is reportedly able to generate the extreme ultraviolet light needed for chip manufacturing. If confirmed, this development would put China in control of tech much sooner than analysts had previously expected. To date, EUV has largely been kept out of reach by Western companies and used as a bargaining chip by the US government. Chinese President Xi Jinping has placed a high priority on the country being able to produce its own semiconductors. The aim is for China to eventually be able to make advanced chips on machines that are entirely China-made, a source told Reuters . China wants the United States 100 percent kicked out of its supply chains. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/china-reportedly-has-a-prototype-euv-machine-built-by-ex-asml-employees-235833756.html?src=rss
House GOP passes narrow health care package, letting key Obamacare subsidies expire
Hunt for US college mass shooter drags into fifth day
Imprisoned Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell seeks release, citing 'new evidence'
U.S. Senate confirms private astronaut, Musk ally Jared Isaacman as NASA chief
The vote on Mr. Isaacman, who Mr. Trump removed and then renamed as NASA administrator nominee this year, passed 67-30, two weeks after he told senators in his second hearing that NASA must pick up the pace in beating China back to the moon this decade.
DeKalb County opens $4 million pet neighborhood shelter expansion
Eyeing polls, Khaleda Zias self-exiled son Tarique Rahman plans return to Bangladesh after 17 years
The demand for Mr. Rahmans returnhas been strong especially as his mother, former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, has been hospitalised for weeks because of worsening health condition.
War is Coming: Tucker Carlson Says a Member of Congress Told Him What Trump Is Announcing Tonight
FCC Chair Brendan Carr clashes with Democrats in Senate hearing
New plaques on Trumps Presidential Walk of Fame offer pointed descriptions of predecessors
Scientists baffled as sharks found swimming inside one of worlds most active underwater volcanoes
Scientists studying one of the Pacifics most active underwater volcanoes were stunned to find hammerhead and silky sharks living inside its crater. Footage captured near the Solomon Islands showed the animals swimming through hot, acidic water previously thought uninhabitable. Researchers say the discovery raises new questions about how marine life survives extreme environments and adapts to climate stress.
Oracle's largest data center partner walks, source says; shares fall
Mysterious traders are selling ahead of Trump's 9PM address to the nation
75-year-old department store brand closing forever
Republican lawmakers decry Intel's testing of Chinese-linked tools after Reuters report
Young Democrat launches primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson in Mississippi
These 4 Republicans just ditched Trumps GOP to force action on health care costs
US travel ban includes 20 more countries, Palestinian Authority docs restricted
US President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation expanding the countrys travel ban, adding 20 more countries and Palestinian Authority travel documents to the list. The move widens restrictions on who can visit or immigrate to the United States. Under the new rules, the travel ban now applies to 39 countries, up from 19 earlier Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dump truck hits 13 cars on Sarasota road, FHP investigating
Spiraling Megyn Kelly Even Telling Her Own Friends to Go F*** Themselves
What to know about MIT professor Nuno Loureiro, who was shot at home near Boston
Over 1,600 people have been killed in attacks on health centers in Sudan this year, WHO chief says
43 drawings in, Powerballs jackpot swings to $1.25 billion
When a teapot became Hitler: The bizarre billboard controversy that took over the internet
A 2013 J.C. Penney billboard for a stainless-steel teapot resurfaced online after viewers likened its minimalist design to Adolf Hitler. The resemblance, driven by the kettles handle, lid and spout, was unintentional, the retailer said. The ad was pulled, the kettle sold out, and the episode became an early example of internet-driven visual controversy.
New Santa added to Banksy artwork in Birmingham
Watch: Trump expands U.S. travel ban, adding five more countries and tighter entry rules
The decision follows the arrest of an Afghan national suspect in the shooting of two National Guard troops over Thanksgiving weekend; the administration also fully restricted travel on people with Palestinian-Authority-issued travel documents
Saturn's moon Titan may not have a buried ocean as long suspected, new study suggests
Taiwan says Chinese aircraft carrier sailed through Taiwan Strait
Taiwan, which Beijing views as its territory, reports almost daily Chinese military activity around the island in what Taipei views as an ongoing pressure campaign against the democratically elected government
Pakistan shuts down 42 refugee camps housing Afghans for over four decades
Millions of Afghan refugees crossed into Pakistan after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, being a bordering province, hosted the largest number of these refugees for decades
A white gown, tiara: Japanese woman weds AI partner leaving internet stunned
Artificial Intelligence is increasingly shaping how people communicate and form emotional connections. Young and old prefer to share their deepest thoughts, views and ideas rather than spend on therapy or have a real conversation with friends and family. Yurina Noguchi, a 32-year-old Japanese woman, has taken this a step further by choosing her AI-generated partner, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
New York governor says she has reached a deal to legalize medically assisted suicide
Dan Bongino Is Boxing Up His FBI Office as Exit Talk Grows
PM Takaichi says Japan 'always open' to dialogue with China
China is an important neighbour for Japan, and we need to build constructive and stable relationships, says Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
Kremlin says Russia's position on European troops in Ukraine is known but open to discussions
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that he did not want to give a running commentary to the media about the diplomacy, but that Russias position - opposing any such deployment was clear
Ko Yao Noi Island: Explore Thailands best-kept secret
Before the alarm clocks, traffic sounds, and packed schedules of Hyderabad take over our lives, many of us dream of slowing down. A place where mornings begin with birds and waves, where roads are quiet, and where time feels gentle. Most travellers heading to Thailand plan trips to popular destinations, but the next time you Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi arrives in Oman on final leg of three-nation visit
Mr. Modi was warmly welcomed by Omans Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said at the airport, where a guard of honour was accorded to the PM
Dan Bongino Clearing Out His Office in Preparation for FBI Exit: NY Times
Aldi US Is Headquartered In This Midwestern City: Can You Guess Where?
Saudi Arabia: Snowfall and thunderstorms expected across multiple regions this week
Saudi Arabia is expected to experience snowfall and thunderstorms this week, affecting regions including Qassim, Tabuk, Hail, and northern Riyadh. Authorities warn of hail, gusty winds, and flash floods in some areas. Temperatures may drop below zero in elevated regions, while rough seas and strong winds are forecast over the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf, prompting residents to stay alert.
Trump labels Venezuela government a terrorist regime, orders tanker blockade
Mr. Trumps announcement came days after the U.S. seized a tanker carrying Venezuelan crude off its coast, tightening its stranglehold over the Maduro regime
Teenage boy charged with murdering nine-year-old girl
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Health Rounds: Carrying babies in cloth treated with insecticide reduces malaria cases
UAE announces new age rules for kindergarten and grade 1; Heres what parents need to know
The UAE has updated age cut-offs for Kindergarten and Grade 1 admissions starting the 20262027 academic year. Students must now meet age requirements by 31st December instead of 31st August. The policy, backed by research on child development and academic performance, aims to ensure fairness, smooth curriculum transitions, and age-appropriate school readiness for students across all early education levels.
Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft by another month
ISLAMABAD/LAHORE, Dec 17: Pakistan on Wednesday extended its airspace ban for Indian aircraft by another month till January 23. Pakistan closed its airspace to Indias airlines in April after the Pahalgam attack. India too has imposed a similar ban on Pakistan. The previous extension was set to expire on December 24 but the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) extended the restrictions on Wednesday till January 23. Pakistan airspace will remain closed to Indian-registered aircraft, including all aircraft owned, operated, or [] The post Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft by another month appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UAE Golden Visa or Saudi Premium Residency: Which Gulf nation offers the best long-term future?
The UAE Golden Visa and Saudi Arabias Premium Residency reflect a shared shift across the Gulf: long-term residency as economic strategy. Both aim to attract global talent and capital beyond oil, but differ in execution. The UAE prioritises flexibility and multiple entry routes, while Saudi Arabia emphasises permanence, deeper rights, and onshore commitment.
Syphilis is everywhere. How it spreads and why early treatment matters.
Trump ramps up pressure on Maduro, orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers into Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on December 16 that he is ordering a blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers attempting to enter Venezuela. The move is aimed at cutting off revenue to the Venezuelan government and increasing pressure on President Nicols Maduro.
Planning to buy a home in the UAE in 2026? Dubai debuts first fully digital home loan platform
Dubai has launched Yubi Mortgage, a new technology-powered platform simplifying home loan applications. This digital solution connects borrowers with over 25 lenders, utilizing AI and machine learning for faster processing and real-time status tracking. Yubi aims to enhance transparency and financial inclusion in the UAE's property market.
PoK woman crosses into Poonch along LoC after argument with father
Preliminary inquiries have revealed that she had an argument with her father and fled from her home towards the LoC area before being apprehended by the Indian Army unit
UAE introduces amendments to corporate tax, VAT, and company laws
The UAE has introduced amendments to its corporate tax, VAT, and Commercial Companies Law to improve regulatory clarity and business efficiency. The changes outline how corporate tax credits and incentives are applied, simplify VAT procedures, and introduce greater flexibility in company structures, including new non-profit entities and enhanced capital arrangements.
UAE weather update: Rain and gusty winds expected today
The UAE is set to experience rain and gusty winds today. Cloudy skies will cover parts of the country, with temperatures dipping slightly. The National Centre of Meteorology has issued warnings for areas with strong southeasterly winds, which may lift dust and sand. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety guidance as the weather develops.
Soon after the march announcement, Indian visa processing facility in Dhaka announced it will stop all operations at 2 p.m. Wednesday (December 17)
Investigators release additional video of possible Brown gunman as search continues
Authorities are asking the public for any footage they might have of the gunman who fatally shot two students and wounded nine others at Brown University
What is Akshaye Khanna up to amid massive success of 'Dhurandhar'? Private video goes viral
Akshaye Khanna is all the rage at the moment, and his fans have been wondering about how the actor must be celebrating his success or what he is doing at the moment. Here is a sneak peek at it
