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Maldives: Ex-President Yameen Released from Jail as Court Orders New Trial on Corruption Charges
Abdulla Yameen, the former president of the Maldives, was released from jail on Thursday after the High Court overturned his 11-year prison sentence on corruption and money-laundering charges.
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Yulia Navalnaya and Ajay Banga Among TIME's 100 Most Influential Leaders of 2024: Navalnaya Entering Politics After Husband's Death, Banga Making History as World Bank President
Time Magazine's 2024 list of the 100 Most Influential People includes Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and World Bank chief Ajay Banga in the "Leaders" category.
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Today's Top Stories: Essential News in Brief (April 18)
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Google Fires 28 Employees After Protests Against Israeli Contract
Google fired 28 employees for participating in protests against Project Nimbus, a $1.2 billion deal with Israel to provide AI and cloud services.
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NASA Chief Warns of China's Hidden Military Presence in Space, Urges US to Maintain Global Edge
NASA Head Bill Nelson has warned lawmakers in Washington that China is hiding military objectives in space using civilian programs.
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Boeing Whistleblower: Harassed and Threatened for Raising Safety Concerns
A Boeing engineer named Sam Salehpour testified before US lawmakers about being harassed and threatened after raising safety concerns regarding the company's planes.
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Elderly Man, 81, Charged with Murdering Uber Driver in Scam Gone Wrong
An 81-year-old man from Ohio, identified as William Brock, has been charged with murdering an Uber driver, Loletha Hall, 61, in a case of mistaken identity.
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Toronto's C$20m Gold Heist: Alleged Gun-Runner Arrested in US, Police Recover Seized Firearms
In April 2023, over C$20 million worth of gold bars and cash were stolen from Toronto Pearson Airport, making it the biggest gold theft in Canadian history.
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Tesla Renews $56bn Pay Proposal for Elon Musk: Controversial Deal Re-Voted Amidst Workforce Cuts
Tesla aims to approve a record-breaking $56bn pay package for CEO Elon Musk from shareholders, despite it being previously rejected by a US judge due to its extravagant size.
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Escaped Circus Elephant Causes Traffic Chaos in Montana: 10-Minute Standoff
In Butte, Montana, an unexpected event occurred when a circus elephant named Viola managed to escape during washing near the road.
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UN Whistleblower: Secret China Bribes and Family Intimidation
A former employee of the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) accused the organization of providing China with advance information about attending the Human Rights Council and alleged that UN Secretary-...
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Sweden's New Gender Law: Simplifying the Process for Transgender Individuals at 16
Sweden passed a new law on Wednesday, making it easier and faster for people to change their legal gender.
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BBC Report: Over 50,000 Russian Military Personnel Dead in Ukraine Conflict, Over 27,300 in Second Year Alone
Approximately 50,000 Russian military personnel have died during the conflict in Ukraine, according to a report by the BBC, Mediazona, and volunteers.
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Google Announces Unspecified Layoffs, Shifts Roles to International Hubs Amid Cost-Cutting Measures
Google is laying off an undisclosed number of employees as part of cost-cutting measures.
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One man is dead and another is injured after the owner of a $5 million mansion got in a shootout with home invaders.
Newport Beach, California homeowner shoots home invaders while his family was sleeping, leaving one invader dead and the other injured.
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Dubai's Airport and Roads Disrupted for Third Day Amid Heavy Rain and Flooding: 1,285 Flights Cancelled or Diverted
Heavy rains caused major disruptions in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, resulting in the cancellation or diversion of over 1,200 flights and significant flooding of homes, malls, offices, and highways.
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Google Terminates Employment of 28 Workers After Sit-In Protest Against Israel Contract
Google fired 28 employees after they staged a sit-in protest against the company's $1.2 billion cloud services contract with the Israeli government, as part of the "No Tech for Apartheid" campaign.
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Global Cyber Gang Busted: 37 Arrested for Industrial-Scale Phishing Scam, Stealing £1m and 544,000
A global cyber gang was dismantled by police after they used a technology service to carry out industrial-scale fraud through fraudulent text messages.
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Apple to Invest Over $250M to Expand Singapore Campus: Two New Buildings to Undergo Major Upgrade
Apple will invest over $250 million to expand its campus in Ang Mo Kio, Singapore.
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Columbia President Addresses Antisemitism On Campus
Nemat Shafik presents measures to combat rising antisemitism to a House panel, amidst student protests.
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Trump’s Trial Enters Third Day
The trial of former President Trump over hush money allegations progresses with an accelerated jury selection.
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How A.I. Tools Could Change India’s Elections
Avatars are addressing voters by name in various languages, indicating a high potential for misuse amidst rampant disinformation.
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Johnson's Stand on Foreign Aid
Speaker Mike Johnson schedules crucial votes on aid packages to Ukraine and Israel, along with potential TikTok sanctions.
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Long-Acting Drugs Could Revolutionize H.I.V. Control
Innovations in once-weekly pills and semiannual shots promise a significant impact on H.I.V. prevention and treatment.
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Arizona's Abortion Ban Repeal Efforts
State Senate and House display division over repealing a near-total 1864 abortion ban.
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Devastating Rains in U.A.E. and Oman
Unprecedented rainfall kills at least 20, flooding major cities and disrupting flights at Dubai International Airport.
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German Far-Right Leader on Trial
Björn Höcke faces charges for using banned Nazi slogans, highlighting a controversial patriotism debate.
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Doha Hamad Overtakes Singapore Changi as World's Best Airport in Skytrax Awards 2024
In the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024, Singapore's Changi Airport, which had won the title 12 times, was dethroned as the world's best airport by Doha's Hamad International Airport.
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Hugh Grant Settles Privacy Case Against Rupert Murdoch's Tabloid for 'Enormous Sum', Avoiding Millions in Legal Fees
Actor Hugh Grant reached a settlement with Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers (NGN) over allegations of unlawful information gathering, avoiding a potential legal bill of millions.
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IMF Boosts Russia's 2024 Economic Growth Forecast to 3.2%
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its economic growth forecast for Russia in 2024 from 2.6% to 3.2%.
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Dubai Airports: Stranded Tourists 'Living on Duty Free,' Desperate for Food and Water
Tourists at Dubai's major airports are reporting extreme difficulties due to disrupted and chaotic conditions caused by floods.
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Turkish President Erdogan to Host Hamas Leader Haniyeh Amidst Israel Tensions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday that he will be hosting Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Palestinian group Hamas, in Turkey this weekend.
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Songkran Celebrations' Aftermath: A Waste Challenge
Songkran festivities in Bangkok leave over 150 tonnes of garbage, highlighting the environmental impact of major celebrations.
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Thailand's Same-Sex Marriage Progress
Thailand moves forward with LGBTQ+ rights, as the British Ambassador highlights the significance of the newly passed same-sex marriage bill.
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Bangkok Markets Tackle Food Waste
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's new campaign encourages markets to separate food waste, achieving a daily reduction of 75 tonnes of scraps.
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Gold Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
The escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have led to a significant surge in Thai gold prices, increasing by 750 baht per baht weight.
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Maha Songkran Festival: A Record-Breaking Event
The 2024 Maha Songkran World Water Festival sets a new record with 784,000 participants, contributing significantly to the economy.
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Thailand Welcomes Over 10 Million Tourists
Thailand's efforts to boost tourism pay off, with over 10 million foreign visitors generating significant revenue in 2022.
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NBTC Amends Auction Terms for Satellite Orbital Slots
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission has updated the auction draft for satellite orbital slots, lowering starting prices and extending deadlines to enhance participation.
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AGROWTH: Revolutionizing Thai Agriculture
The National Innovation Agency introduces AGROWTH, a platform aimed at empowering Thai agricultural startups through advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and biotech.
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Flood Tragedy in UAE and Oman
Unprecedented heavy rains have caused devastating floods in the UAE and Oman, claiming at least 18 lives.
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Sustainable Rail Transport for Thai Agriculture
Experts highlight rail transport's role in reducing carbon emissions and costs for transporting Thai agricultural products.
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BOEING WHISTLEBLOWER: THE MAX AIRPLANE IS NOT SAFE!!!
"Everyone stepping on board a Boeing airplane IS AT RISK!"
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Maldives President Muizzu Faces Corruption Allegations from Leaked Reports: Opposition Demands Investigation and Impeachment
The Maldives is holding parliamentary elections on Sunday, but the atmosphere is tense due to corruption allegations against President Mohamed Muizzu.
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Amsterdam Imposes Ban on New Hotels to Combat Mass Tourism: 20 Million Annual Overnight Stays Limit
Amsterdam has announced a ban on new hotel buildings as part of its efforts to combat mass tourism.
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Dubai's Airport and Roads Disrupted for Third Day Amid Heavy Rain and Flooding: 1,285 Flights Cancelled or Diverted
Maldives: Ex-President Yameen Released from Jail as Court Orders New Trial on Corruption Charges
Google Terminates Employment of 28 Workers After Sit-In Protest Against Israel Contract
Global Cyber Gang Busted: 37 Arrested for Industrial-Scale Phishing Scam, Stealing £1m and 544,000
Yulia Navalnaya and Ajay Banga Among TIME's 100 Most Influential Leaders of 2024: Navalnaya Entering Politics After Husband's Death, Banga Making History as World Bank President
Apple to Invest Over $250M to Expand Singapore Campus: Two New Buildings to Undergo Major Upgrade
Columbia President Addresses Antisemitism On Campus
Today's Top Stories: Essential News in Brief (April 18)
Trump’s Trial Enters Third Day
How A.I. Tools Could Change India’s Elections
Johnson's Stand on Foreign Aid
Long-Acting Drugs Could Revolutionize H.I.V. Control
Devastating Rains in U.A.E. and Oman
Arizona's Abortion Ban Repeal Efforts
German Far-Right Leader on Trial
Doha Hamad Overtakes Singapore Changi as World's Best Airport in Skytrax Awards 2024
Google Fires 28 Employees After Protests Against Israeli Contract
Hugh Grant Settles Privacy Case Against Rupert Murdoch's Tabloid for 'Enormous Sum', Avoiding Millions in Legal Fees
NASA Chief Warns of China's Hidden Military Presence in Space, Urges US to Maintain Global Edge
Boeing Whistleblower: Harassed and Threatened for Raising Safety Concerns
Elderly Man, 81, Charged with Murdering Uber Driver in Scam Gone Wrong
IMF Boosts Russia's 2024 Economic Growth Forecast to 3.2%
Toronto's C$20m Gold Heist: Alleged Gun-Runner Arrested in US, Police Recover Seized Firearms
Tesla Renews $56bn Pay Proposal for Elon Musk: Controversial Deal Re-Voted Amidst Workforce Cuts
Escaped Circus Elephant Causes Traffic Chaos in Montana: 10-Minute Standoff
Dubai Airports: Stranded Tourists 'Living on Duty Free,' Desperate for Food and Water
UN Whistleblower: Secret China Bribes and Family Intimidation
Turkish President Erdogan to Host Hamas Leader Haniyeh Amidst Israel Tensions
Sweden's New Gender Law: Simplifying the Process for Transgender Individuals at 16
BBC Report: Over 50,000 Russian Military Personnel Dead in Ukraine Conflict, Over 27,300 in Second Year Alone
Songkran Celebrations' Aftermath: A Waste Challenge
Thailand's Same-Sex Marriage Progress
Thailand Welcomes Over 10 Million Tourists
Bangkok Markets Tackle Food Waste
Maha Songkran Festival: A Record-Breaking Event
Gold Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
NBTC Amends Auction Terms for Satellite Orbital Slots
AGROWTH: Revolutionizing Thai Agriculture
Flood Tragedy in UAE and Oman
Sustainable Rail Transport for Thai Agriculture
BOEING WHISTLEBLOWER: THE MAX AIRPLANE IS NOT SAFE!!!
Maldives President Muizzu Faces Corruption Allegations from Leaked Reports: Opposition Demands Investigation and Impeachment
Google Announces Unspecified Layoffs, Shifts Roles to International Hubs Amid Cost-Cutting Measures
Amsterdam Imposes Ban on New Hotels to Combat Mass Tourism: 20 Million Annual Overnight Stays Limit
Creative menu of a Pizza restaurant..
All-you-can-eat restaurant discount system
Dubai Airport Chaos
Tensions in Multi-faith Sydney
Cloud Seeding in Dubai?
Canada's Bullion Heist Arrests
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