Putin, MbS discuss trade ties, cooperation within OPEC
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed cooperation within the OPEC+ during a phone call on Wednesday, according to a statement by the Kremlin.
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Some software providers and startups are promoting AI-based monitoring tools at the workplace to combat burnout, reduce stress, and improve productivity (Danielle Abril/Washington Post)
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Some software providers and startups are promoting AI-based monitoring tools at the workplace to combat burnout, reduce stress, and improve productivity — AI companies suggest they can help workers …
Nigeria: 40 schools are now accepting garbage as tuition fees in Lagos
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Pakistan military vows to punish ‘masterminds’ of violent protests
The Pakistani army has vowed to punish the “planners” of the violence that erupted last month after former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s brief arrest in a corruption case led to widespread demonstrations.
Ukraine ‘loses’ exploding land mines as they float downstream after dam breach
The Nova Kakhovka dam destruction has sparked a major humanitarian and environmental disaster.
French pension reform opponents fail to pass repeal bill
Opponents of French President Emmanuel Macron’s pension reform failed on Thursday to pass a repeal bill, in their latest effort to maintain the retirement age at 62.
French pension reform opponents push for repeal bill but are unlikely to succeed
Opponents of French President Emmanuel Macron’s retirement reform are pushing for a new bill to repeal it
Official: Gavkhoni Wetland in central Iran dried up 100%
An Iranian environmental official says Gavkhouni Wetland in the central province of Esfahan has dried up “100 percent,” citing satellite images, amid a lack of downpours and scorching temperatures in the hot season.