Qinghai: China’s top legislator, Zhao Leji, has urged legislators to ensure high-quality performance in their legislation, oversight, and deputy-related matters to contribute effectively to the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025). Zhao, a member of the St…
Los angeles: At least 15 workers have been trapped following a tunnel collapse in Wilmington on Wednesday evening, the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) said. The incident occurred at around 8 p.m. (0300 GMT Thursday) near the 1700 block of North Fig…
Thailand: Thailand’s consumer confidence declined for a fifth consecutive month in June, hitting the lowest rate in 28 months, due to concerns over ongoing political uncertainty and global trade tensions, a survey showed on Wednesday.
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London: Very few new signings have made an instant sporting and economic impact in the same way that striker Joao Pedro did for Chelsea, as his goals took his new side to the FIFA Club World Cup final in a 2-0 victory over Fluminense on Tuesday.
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Xizang: More than 300 people, including many Nepali nationals, have been safely relocated after flash floods swept through Gyirong County in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday, local authorities confirmed on Wednesday.
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Windhoek: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a vibrant welcome from the Indian community in Namibia on Wednesday, as traditional songs and colourful dances lit up his first-ever visit to the country.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the …
Anand: At least nine persons died and over six were injured when their vehicles fell into a river following the collapse of a bridge in India’s western state of Gujarat on Wednesday, said the local police. A portion of the four-decade-old Gambhira bri…
Windhoek: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Namibia on Wednesday for a one-day state visit. Modi landed at the Hosea Kutako International Airport at 06h30, where he was received by Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ash…
Beijing: China has unveiled a tiered strategy to boost employment prospects for the nation’s 2025 college graduates, a number which is expected to reach a record 12.22 million this year. Key national moves include job channel expansion, skills enhance…
Bilbao: Athletic Bilbao has agreed a three-year contract extension with central defender Unai Egiluz. The 23-year-old has signed a new contract until the end of June 2028 after impressing last season on loan with second-division Mirandes, where he pla…
Oshakati: Newly appointed Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge has called upon residents to collaborate with his administration to accelerate socio-economic development, combat inequality, and ensure inclusive growth throughout the region. He made the remark…
Beijing: China has unveiled a tiered strategy to boost employment prospects for the nation’s 2025 college graduates, a number which is expected to reach a record 12.22 million this year. Key national moves include job channel expansion, skills enhance…
Zhengzhou: Sugar futures closed higher Wednesday in daytime trading on the Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE). The most active sugar contract for September 2025 delivery gained 35 yuan (about 4.89 U.S. dollars) to close at 5,779 yuan per tonne.
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Roma: Roma is close to signing Brazil international right-back Wesley from Flamengo, according to widespread media reports. The 21-year-old has agreed in principle to a five-year contract and is awaiting agreement between the clubs on a transfer fee.
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Shanghai: Chinese stocks ended Wednesday with a slight decline, as the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.13 percent, closing at 3,493.05 points. The Shenzhen Component Index also recorded a decrease, closing 0.06 percent lower at 10,581.8 p…
