China has introduced new travel restrictions that give authorities broader powers to stop citizens from leaving the country over national security concerns. The new rules took effect on Tuesday, September 15. They allow authorities to restrict the departure of citizens whose activities could threaten industrial or technological security. The measures come as China and the… Continue reading China Travel Restrictions Tighten Over Security
Brazil is enjoying a major moment on the global stage. From fashion and music to cinema, tourism and social media, Brazilian culture is attracting more international attention than ever. The trend has also given Brazilians a new reason to celebrate their identity. In particular, the rise of Brazil global trend has moved far beyond clothing… Continue reading Brazil Global Trend Takes Over Fashion
Africa’s largest oil refinery has opened its ownership to retail investors, creating major excitement in Nigeria’s investment market. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched the initial public offering on Monday. The refinery plans to raise about $1.6 billion from investors across Africa. Dangote described the offering as an IPO “for the people.” He said he wants… Continue reading Dangote Refinery IPO: Africa’s Biggest Opens to Investors
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has cancelled his official engagements after the death of his father, Roy Burnham. Downing Street confirmed that the prime minister would step back from official duties on Monday and Tuesday following his father’s death. Burnham had been due to host business leaders and mayors in Downing Street on Monday. He was… Continue reading Andy Burnham Father Dies, PM Cancels Duties
Two senior executives at Japan’s Chubu Electric Power will step down following a scandal involving inaccurate earthquake data submitted during a nuclear safety review. The company said Monday that President Kingo Hayashi and Chairman Satoru Katsuno will leave their positions. Chubu Electric also announced that it will withdraw applications seeking approval to restart two reactors… Continue reading Chubu Electric Nuclear Scandal: Executives to Resign
The Kremlin has dismissed concerns over a Russian drone strike near Poland and said Russian forces will continue operating across Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov made the statement after a Russian drone struck a passenger-train locomotive in western Ukraine, about 2 kilometres from the Polish border. The attack has raised fresh concerns in Warsaw and… Continue reading Kremlin Ukraine Strike: Russia Says Attacks Will Continue
US President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to stop targeting Russian diesel infrastructure. Trump said the Ukrainian strikes were contributing to fuel shortages and rising prices around the world. He made the comments during a visit to the Irish Open in Ireland. The remarks add another layer of pressure on Kyiv as… Continue reading Trump Russian Diesel Warning to Zelenskiy
A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Tunis was diverted after severe turbulence hit the aircraft during stormy weather. The incident happened as the plane approached Tunis-Carthage International Airport on September 10. Passengers captured videos showing the aircraft shaking violently during the descent. Screams and shouts could be heard inside the cabin as travelers held… Continue reading Turkish Airlines Flight Diverts After Severe Turbulence
Indonesia has launched a major search operation after a passenger ship capsized in the Java Sea, leaving 129 people missing. More than 600 rescuers are searching the area. Authorities have rescued 108 people, while six others have died. The vessel, Virgo Transport 8, was carrying 243 people when it lost contact during severe weather early… Continue reading Indonesia Passenger Ship Capsizes, 129 Missing
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino has lifted the secrecy surrounding an investigation into the financing of Dark Horse, a biopic about former President Jair Bolsonaro. Dino’s decision points to suspicions that public funds may have reached the film through an alleged criminal scheme. The case could create additional pressure on Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, Jair… Continue reading Bolsonaro Biopic Probe: Brazil Court Unseals Investigation
