
Trump-backed spending deal fails in House, shutdown approaches
The vote exposed rifts in Trumps GOP, likely to resurface next year when they control the White House and Congress.
Fri Dec 20 2024

US government shutdown: What closes, what stays open?
All federal employees' pay could be disrupted during a shutdown.
Thu Dec 19 2024

Canada orders shutdown of TikTok's Canadian business, app access to continue
Canada bans the TikTok app from government-issued devices, saying it presents an unacceptable level of risk to privacy and security.
Thu Nov 07 2024

Elon Musk's X braces for shutdown in Brazil as spat with judge intensifies
Elon Musk announced that Starlink-parent SpaceX will provide free internet service to Brazilian users "until this matter is resolved."
Fri Aug 30 2024

UN 'doing what it can' to deliver Gaza aid as evacuation orders cause extreme difficulties
Humanitarian efforts had ground to a halt as new Israeli evacuation orders forced the shutdown of the main UN operations center.
Wed Aug 28 2024

Indian doctors call for nationwide shutdown after brutal rape of medic
Doctors say the circumstances of the rape point to the vulnerability of medics left without proper protection and facilities.
Fri Aug 16 2024

Bangladesh quota protesters call for nationwide shutdown amid clashes
Angered by high youth unemployment, students have pressed for abolition of a quota of 30 pct reservations for families of freedom fighters.
Thu Jul 18 2024

Israeli authorities raid Al Jazeera after shutdown order
Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet shut down the network for as long as the war in Gaza continues, saying it threatened national security.
Mon May 06 2024

Social media platform X blocked in Pakistan over national security, ministry says
Pakistan said it blocked access to social media platform X around the time of February's election, confirming a long-suspected shutdown.
Thu Apr 18 2024

US Lawmakers reach deal to avert government shutdown ahead of deadline
US congressional leaders have come to an agreement to prevent a partial government shutdown slated for midnight on Friday, lawmakers said Wednesday.
Thu Feb 29 2024

Floods, five killed as southern India braces for Cyclone Michaung
In Chennai, floodwaters swept away cars and submerged a runway, triggering the shutdown of one of India's busiest airports.
Tue Dec 05 2023

US government shutdown could add misery to air travel
A partial govt shutdown could disrupt air travel and the govt would need to furlough 1,000 air traffic controllers in training.
Thu Sep 28 2023

U.S. House to press forward with spending cuts despite shutdown risk
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives is due to try to advance steep spending cuts this week that could force a partial shutdown of the U.S. government by next week.
Mon Sep 25 2023

Hundreds leave Dominican Republic ahead of Haiti border shutdown
Dominican president announced an imminent total border shutdown amid a conflict over construction of a water channel from a shared river.
Fri Sep 15 2023

India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show
Officials imposed a statewide internet shutdown on May 3, saying it was needed to curb rumours and disinformation.
Thu Jul 27 2023

Wedding content creation the big thing now for newlyleds
A wedding content creator's success does not rely solely in tech but in capturing emotions and bringing a couples love story to life.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Will Western companies return to Russia?
Easing restrictions could let some companies return to what was once a high-growth market under Trump's administration.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Chatbots pose challenge to guarding child mental health
Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness and improve users' social experiences in a safe space.
Sat Feb 22 2025

With blitz of policies, Trump goes beyond Project 2025's goals
Trump denies ties to Project 2025 but continues reshaping policies through executive power.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Almost half of chronic kidney patients in Malaysia lost their jobs - study
The study raises concerns about the future of chronic kidney patients, especially those who rely on long-term dialysis treatment.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Beware of scam tactics using AI
The drastic development of AI technology is being taken advantage of by scammers to reap huge profits by using various latest tactics.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Fired and rehired - the dizzying confusion of Trump's government overhaul
They have adopted a blunt force approach toward the wholesale firing of workers, often focusing on workers who are easier to fire.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Arab states scramble to counter Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' plan
Arab states trying to devise an alternative plan have yet to tackle critical issues like who will foot the bill for Gaza's reconstruction.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Chinese universities launch DeepSeek courses to capitalise on AI boom
Universities across China have launched artificial intelligence courses this month based on Chinese AI startup DeepSeek.
Sat Feb 22 2025

Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere
Astronomers find three layers on a scorching gas planet orbiting a star larger and hotter than the sun.
Fri Feb 21 2025