Oil prices fell nearly 1 percent after Israel and Iran suspended air strikes against each other following an appeal by US President Donald Trump. US West Texas Intermediate fell 1.3 percent to $90.13 a barrel at 06:00 GMT, while Brent crude futures declined 1 percent to $94.38 a barrel. Oil prices rose more than 4 percent on Monday after Israel and Iran renewed attacks, jeopardising the possibility of a peace deal and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. “While there is some relief from the latest pause in direct strikes, investors are not convinced the truce will hold,” Tim…
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India’s fertility rate has for the first time fallen below the level needed to stop the population from shrinking, raising concerns about future labour shortages and an ageing society.For decades, India has seen rapid population growth. According to government statistics, including the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report — the country’s largest demographic survey — India has had a falling fertility rate for some years, but the reproduction rate remained high enough to keep the population growing.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe latest SRS report, released last month by India’s Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner,…
Days after Chief Minister DK Shivakumar declared the Ramalinga Reddy rebellion resolved, fresh signs of discontent have surfaced within the Karnataka government, with two ministers unhappy over portfolio allocations making their way to Delhi for discussions with the Congress leadership.Among them is Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who is yet to formally take charge of his department despite being allotted the portfolio. Congress MLA Rizwan Arshad has also reached the national capital, with sources saying he is seeking a place in the state Cabinet.The developments have fuelled speculation that the portfolio exercise in Karnataka is far from over, even…
Designed to age with their wearer, the pieces translate QASIMI’s design language into everyday leather accessories. Ten years after its founding, QASIMI is expanding beyond ready-to-wear. The London-based Emirati brand, led by Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, just introduced its first Permanent Leather Goods Collection. The collection translates QASIMI’s design language into a series of everyday essentials, including a tote bag, crossbody, wash bag and card holder.The pieces are crafted from black and brown nappa leather, drawing on the functionality of carrying objects while maintaining the clean lines and understated aesthetic that have become synonymous with the brand. The intention is…
On the surface, it seems a most unlikely abdication and ascension.After building Hong Kong’s highly successful Michelin-star restaurant Racines from scratch, chef Romain Dupeyre decided to uproot to Phuket, Thailand, handing over his culinary reins to an orange-haired, baby-faced Chinese chef barely in his thirties.Leung Chun-wah, however, is no novice. He was born in Strasbourg, France, where his Hong Kong émigré parents ran a Chinese restaurant, and he learned the culinary ropes in the esteemed kitchens of Joel Robuchon in Monte Carlo and Anne-Sophie Pic’s fine dining palaces in Lausanne, Valence and Paris.In 2023, he returned to the home city…
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Minister of Communications, Mustafa Sanad, announced on Monday that his ministry successfully foiled the transfer of 116 billion Iraqi dinars (approximately $88.5 million) to Dubai, the UAE, according to local news outlet Zoom News. The step reflects the government’s efforts to curb corruption. Sanad described the operation, which sparked considerable reaction in political and media societies, as a preventive measure to preserve public funds from waste and unlawful transfers. “God blessed us today with success in stopping the disbursement of 116 billion Iraqi dinars, which were on their way to Dubai in a moment of…
(260608) — GUANGZHOU, June 8, 2026 (Xinhua) — This photo taken on June 2, 2026 shows a mudflat in a mangrove forest in Tantou Village, Nansha District of Guangzhou, south China’s Guangdong Province. TO GO WITH “Across China: Village builds up mangrove ‘coastal guardians’ amid national conservation efforts” (Xinhua/Yang Shenshen) Source link
The new showroom would sell Omoda and Jaecoo, brands owned by China’s Chery Automobile. The showroom – planned for the site of a temporary car dealership on Canal Road – would create 70 full-time and 30 part-time jobs. The temporary showroom was erected on the former Audi land – next to the former Uriah Woodhead site, earlier this year, with a planning application for the temporary use approved by Bradford Council shortly after. The temporary showroom on Canal Road (Image: T&A) Showroom will create 70 full-time jobs AGO Developments Ltd has now submitted plans for a car showroom with a…
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World Cup fever hits DubaiThough the World Cup action unfolds thousands of kilometres away, Dubai will be bringing every tackle, goal and winner closer to home.Here’s where to watch the World Cup in Dubai FAN ZONESBla Bla by McGettigan’sThe official FIFA fan zone pick for Dubai and the home of the England Supporters Club this tournament. McGettigan’s is bringing the full World Cup experience to JBR in Dubai – big screens, live entertainment, and themed food and drink from breakfast kick-offs through to late-night finales. Tickets start from Dhs60 and are fully redeemable on food and drinks, making this one of…