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Where do six million Syrian refugees live today?

Around The Globe - Tue, 12/10/2024 - 06:50
In 2024, about half of Syria's registered refugees live in Turkiye, followed by Lebanon, Germany, Jordan and Iraq.

China launches investigation into US chipmaker Nvidia

Around The Globe - Tue, 12/10/2024 - 05:54
Chip giant accused of violating China's antimonopoly laws days after Washington announced new export controls.

Who is Luigi Mangione, the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s murder?

Around The Globe - Tue, 12/10/2024 - 04:38
Man, 26, arrested at McDonald’s outlet with a gun and fake IDs on his person, according to police.

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin

Around The Globe - Tue, 12/10/2024 - 04:18
Ukrainian leader says he is grateful for Trump’s 'strong resolve' to bring the war in Ukraine to an end.

How have Palestinian groups reacted to the ouster of Syria’s al-Assad?

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 23:10
Palestinian factions say they hope the new Syrian authorities will support Palestine's struggle for freedom and justice.

From VOA Mandarin: Trump 2.0 and the future of the CHIPS Act

Technology - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 23:02
The Biden administration is shoring up its CHIPS Act funding agreements before President-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20. Trump has previously disparaged the CHIPS Act and called for higher tariffs instead of subsidies to incentivize companies to build semiconductor factories. What would be the future of TSMC under the Trump administration? See the full story here.

What are Israel’s plans in Syria?

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 22:58
Israel moves to seize more Syrian land near the Golan Heights after rebels topple former President Bashar al-Assad.

Murdoch fails to amend family trust in court succession saga: Report

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 22:46
Rupert Murdoch, owner of Fox News and the Wall Street Journal, is seeking to put his son Lachlan in control of empire.

Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 22:14
Arab statements come as Israel continues to step up strikes across Syria after ouster of Bashar al-Assad's government.

NYC ad agencies Omnicom, Interpublic to form $30bn marketing powerhouse

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 21:44
The advertising titans, behind campaigns like 'Got Milk' and 'Priceless', aim to create the world's largest ad agency.

Man arrested over insurance executive murder

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 21:38
New York City police have announced the arrest of a man in connection with the murder of Brian Thompson.

Protests continue as South Korea’s Yoon faces travel ban

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 21:00
Protest continues in Seoul, with thousands demanding the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol

UN urges patience as European countries suspend Syrian asylum decisions

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 20:34
UN refugee agency chief says returning refuges to Syria after fall of Bashar al-Assad should be 'voluntary' and 'safe'.

ByteDance, TikTok seek temporary halt to US crackdown law

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 20:19
The companies have asked an appeals court to temporarily block the law that would enforce a ban on the app in the US.

Video captures ‘explosive eruption’ of Philippine volcano

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 19:59
Timelapse video captured the “explosive eruption” of the Philippines’ Mount Kanlaon volcano.

‘Person of interest’ in custody over United Healthcare CEO shooting: NYPD

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 19:59
Police have been searching for gunman since Brian Thompson fatally shot in 'brazen' Midtown Manhattan attack.

Al Jazeera reporter nearly drowned out by celebrations in Damascus

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 19:32
Al Jazeera’s Resul Serdar’s live report from Damascus was nearly drowned out by celebratory gunfire.

‘Top priority’: US renews push to find Austin Tice after al-Assad toppled

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 19:09
The US journalist is believed to be among 135,000 people detained or disappeared by Syrian government during war.

Seeing Gaza from Berlin

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 18:53
The past 14 months of genocide in Gaza have brought alienation but also a sense of new belonging.

India replaces central bank governor in a surprise move

Around The Globe - Mon, 12/09/2024 - 18:51
With India's economic growth slowing down and inflation rising, the new governor will have challenges to deal with.

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