Tensions between Washington and Beijing are flaring once again—this time over a major aviation deal that appears to be unraveling. On Tuesday, the White House signaled that President Donald Trump believes it is now up to China—not the United States—to come back to the negotiating table on trade. This follows accusations that Beijing has backed…
Paris Saint-Germain narrowly booked their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after surviving a pulsating second-half comeback from Aston Villa, progressing 5-4 on aggregate despite a 3-2 defeat on the night in Birmingham. The French champions looked to be cruising after a dominant opening spell saw full-backs Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes extend their…
In a groundbreaking move that signals a shift in how telecoms and tech giants collaborate, MTN Group has announced a partnership with Meta aimed at enhancing the quality and reliability of real-time voice and video calls on platforms like WhatsApp. The collaboration, which began taking shape during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, is focused…
In a bold move to safeguard its critical tech sector, South Korea has announced plans to inject an additional 4.9 billion dollars into its semiconductor industry by 2026. This fresh round of investment comes in response to mounting global trade tensions, particularly the looming threat of new U.S. tariffs that could severely impact South Korea’s…
As the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza reaches an unprecedented low, there may be a glimmer of hope for diplomacy. On Monday, Hamas revealed that Israel has proposed a 45-day ceasefire deal in exchange for the release of half of the remaining hostages still held in Gaza. The ceasefire would allow for a crucial influx of…
Newcastle United will be without manager Eddie Howe for their next two Premier League fixtures, as the 47-year-old continues to recover in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia. Howe, who had been feeling unwell for several days, was admitted to hospital last Friday. He watched Sunday’s emphatic 4-1 victory over Manchester United from his hospital…
Asian stock markets showed modest gains on Tuesday as a sense of calm returned to global markets, following a turbulent week marked by trade uncertainty and volatility. The uptick came after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he might ease the 25% tariffs on foreign automobiles and auto parts, a move that sparked a rebound in…
In a move stirring both legal and ethical concerns, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in deporting certain violent criminals—some of whom are U.S. citizens—to El Salvador, where they would serve prison time under a developing agreement with the Central American nation. Speaking during Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s state visit to Washington, Trump said…
In a move that stunned many football fans, Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić has officially become a minority owner of Swansea City AFC. The 39-year-old Croatian midfielder, who continues to defy age on the pitch, is now venturing into club ownership—and he’s chosen the Welsh side as the next chapter in his football journey. Modrić…
Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off his Southeast Asia tour on Monday with a high-profile visit to Vietnam, reinforcing the bond between the two communist-led nations amid rising global trade tensions. Welcomed in Hanoi with a 21-gun salute, a ceremonial guard of honor, and enthusiastic children waving flags, Xi’s arrival marked his first overseas trip…
