Category: World

Ex Netherlands’ Deputy Prime Minister gets EU top job

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Deputy Prime Minister

Hague: Former Deputy Prime Minister Wopke Hoekstra has been nominated by Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof to remain a commissioner in the next European Commission. The Dutch government firmly supports Hoekstra’s continued service in the position, according to a letter Schoof sent to Ursula von der Leyen, the President-elect of the European Commission, according to Xinhua news agency. He wrote , “With regard to the new Commission’s composition, the Dutch government would like to propose to maintain Wopke Hoekstra as Commissioner for the mandate 2024-2029.” Last year, when Timmermans returned…

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Societal decay leading to drug abuse in U.S. – Mexican Prez

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Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador

Washington: According to Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, societal decay in the US is the primary issue that has resulted in a high rate of drug consumption among young people.   The Mexican president asked the US government to enhance youth programs and address the factors that contribute to drug addiction and the use of opioids like fentanyl during his regularly scheduled daily news conference on Tuesday. According to Xinhua news agency, Lopez Obrador told reporters at the National Palace in Mexico City that the drug problem in the…

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Russia – Ukraine power games continue, as world watches

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Russia and Ukraine

Kyiv: The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is highly complex and dynamic, making it difficult to determine who has the edge at any given moment. Key factors that influence the situation include military strength, international support, economic stability, and internal political dynamics. Military Strength Russia: Russia has a larger and more technologically advanced military compared to Ukraine. This includes more significant numbers of troops, tanks, aircraft, and naval assets. Ukraine: Ukraine has been receiving military aid and training from Western countries, including the United States and NATO members. This support…

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What makes Donald Trump a Hulk Hogan favourite

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Donald Trump, Hulk Hogan, U.S. election, Republican National Convention, Milwaukee, America, Hulkamania ,Republican Party

Milwaukee: Former WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan was also present in the crowd of Donald Trump’s supporters at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, USA. He expressed his views from the stage in support of Trump. But during this time he did something that made everyone stand up and start clapping. Hulk Hogan (70) praised Trump and his supporters in his familiar Hulkamania style and said that I am sure that these people will bring America back on track. Hogan’s real name is Terry Bollea. He thanked the supporters for…

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UK Labour Govt unveils key policies in King’s Speech

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PC Thomas / newstracklive LONDON: The new Labour government in Britain has introduced its first set of proposed laws, aiming to fulfill Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s commitment to rebuild the nation. The policies were outlined in the King’s Speech, delivered by the monarch and crafted by government ministers, marking the start of a new parliamentary session. Keir Starmer Outlines Labour Government’s Priorities as King Charles Opens New Parliament Session Britain’s new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, detailed his Labour government’s agenda for the upcoming year on Wednesday during the official opening…

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Mobile banking a runaway hit in Vietnam

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Vietnam

Hanoi: According to the most recent data released by the Ministry of Information and Communications , there were over 8.8 million users of mobile money services in Vietnam at the end of May, up 3.3% from the same time last year. This information was reported by local media.   More than 6.3 million subscribers, or 72% of the total, are found in rural, hilly, and remote locations, according to the Vietnam News Agency. According to the Xinhua news agency, there are already 275,879 locations in Vietnam that accept mobile money…

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Holidaying in Asia not that dull after all

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New Delhi: Asia, the largest continent on the planet, hosts a vast array of destinations that you should visit at least once. These tourism hotspots are a blessing of Mother Nature, offering everything from lush greenery to breathtaking purple skyscapes and buildings, from high peak white snowy mountains to the soothing sound of the seashore on scenic beaches, and from delectable cuisine to warm hospitality. One of the major concerns of travelling abroad is strain on the budget. Not to worry about anymore, these countries are affordable ones to travel,…

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Canada’s Unique Position in NATO: Fails in Domestic Military Spending

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Courtesy – newstracklive Washington: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Washington, DC, for this year’s NATO summit. His office stated that the summit would provide an opportunity for Trudeau to reaffirm Canada’s dedication to Euro-Atlantic security, especially in response to ongoing Russian aggression. A recent report from a major American media outlet described Canada as an outlier among the 32-member NATO alliance. Over the years, Ottawa has struggled to meet domestic military spending goals and has fallen short on funding new equipment, with no plans to address these issues,…

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Vladimir Putin takes on Russian daily headon

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The Moscow Times

Moscow: The Moscow Times is an online daily that is well-liked by Russian expatriates; nonetheless, the Russian prosecutor general’s office designated it as a “undesirable organization.”   The opposition and critical news media are being targeted in the wake of the designation. It implies that the journal must cease operations in Russia and imposes a maximum five-year jail sentence on any Russian who assists it. Compared to the news outlet’s November “foreign agent” classification, which subjected people and organizations to enhanced financial surveillance and mandated that any public information they…

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Spain’s unique effort to check adult content access by children

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Madrid: While many countries in the world including India have banned porn sites, Spain has introduced a porn passport, which has become the most talked about topic recently. Spain has introduced the Digital Wallet Beta (Cartera Digital Beta), commonly referred to as the ‘porn passport,’ to prevent children from accessing pornography. This initiative responds to data revealing that half of Spanish children aged 11 to 13 are viewing adult content, coupled with a 116% increase in sexual assaults by minors over the past five years. As reported by The Local,…

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