BEIJING: China will raise retail prices for gasoline and diesel starting Friday, following recent fluctuations in international oil prices, according to the country’s top economic planner.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the National Development …
MANILA: The Philippines’ Department of Health reported a total of 534 firecracker-related injuries during the recent Christmas and New Year celebrations, marking a significant yet slightly reduced figure from previous years. The tally included an addi…
BEIJING: China experienced its warmest year on record in 2024, with the average national temperature reaching unprecedented levels since the commencement of comprehensive meteorological records in 1961, the National Climate Center reported on Thursday…
BEIJING: China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) has showcased its dedication to safeguarding foreign investors’ rights by publishing five landmark cases that exemplify its judicial efforts in this area. These cases illustrate the court’s commitment to u…
QINGDAO: Qingdao Eagles center Yang Hansen has been named the Rising Star of the Month in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league, marking his second consecutive win since the 2024-25 season began. The 19-year-old’s consistent performance has …
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) achieved a historic milestone on Thursday, surpassing the 16,000 mark for the first time. This development highlights the robust performance of the Sri Lankan stock …
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 48.6 in December 2024 from 49.2 in November, indicating a further slowdown in the sector, according to SandP Global on Thursday.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the d…
NORILSK: A passenger plane belonging to Russia’s S7 Airlines overshot the runway while taxiing at the airport in Norilsk, central Russia, on Thursday. There were no casualties reported in the incident.
According to Namibia Press Agency, the Airbus A3…
BEIJING: China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Thursday that it has added 10 U.S. companies to its unreliable entities list. The decision follows accusations that these companies have been involved in selling arms to Taiwan, a move Beijing sees as…
BRATISLAVA: The halting of Russian gas transit through Ukraine has sparked concerns across eastern and central Europe, where nations heavily reliant on Russian gas supplies now face the prospect of seeking more expensive alternatives. This decision, w…
Valencia: In a highly anticipated match, Valencia and Real Madrid will kick off the 2025 La Liga season on Friday, marking an important fixture that could see Real Madrid rise to the top of the league standings. The match, initially scheduled for Nove…
MANILA: The Philippines has registered 37,098 new nurses in 2024, but many are expected to seek employment abroad due to inadequate pay and challenging working conditions at home, according to a member of the Philippines’ House of Representatives. Thi…
BEIJING: Xinhua News Agency has announced plans to enhance its cooperation with Sri Lankan media and think tanks, with the aim of fostering stronger bilateral relations. This development was confirmed by Xinhua President Fu Hua during a meeting with M…
GAZA CITY: The Israeli military declared on Thursday that it had successfully targeted and killed Hussam Shahwan, a key figure identified as the head of Hamas’ Internal Security in southern Gaza. The strike took place overnight via drone in a humanita…
KABUL: A total of 50 Afghan inmates have been released from detention in Pakistan and have returned to Afghanistan, according to a statement by the Ministry for Refugees and Repatriation on Thursday. The release marks a significant step in addressing …
