Islamabad reeled on Friday after a devastating suicide bombing ripped through a crowded mosque in the capital, killing at least 69 people and injuring more than 170 others in one of the deadliest attacks in recent years.
US tech stocks and bitcoin rally after three days of selling; Nasdaq Composite closed up 2.18%, Broadcom 7.22%, Strategy 26.11%, and bitcoin rebounded to ~$70K (Emily Herbert/Financial Times)
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US tech stocks and bitcoin rally after three days of selling; Nasdaq Composite closed up 2.18%, Broadcom 7.22%, Strategy 26.11%, and bitcoin rebounded to ~$70K — Nasdaq climbs after sell-off fuelled …
The retired Indian factory worker who built a library of two million books
Anke Gowda, whose library is open to everyone, recently received an Indian government award.
Trump administration approves weed killer dicamba for two common genetically modified crops
The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday approved the use of the weed killer dicamba on genetically modified soybeans and cotton.
‘Take them away, crush them’: Australia faces an ebike surge that some say poses a health emergency
They offer independence, reduce emissions and congestion. But they are also endangering livesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAfter the Sydney Harbour Bridge was swarmed by 40 or so ebikes and e-motorcycles on Wednesday, the A…
A charismatic straight talker, Japan’s Takaichi is poised to expand her power in Sunday’s vote
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is calling a snap election Sunday, counting on her unusual popularity among fans who see the hardline conservative as someone who speaks her mind and can bring change.
Congress members will be able to view unredacted Epstein files from next week: reports
The viewings are expected to be in person at the department and members will not be allowed to take any electronic devices with them
Suicide blast at Islamabad mosque kills 31, MEA snubs Pak claim of Indian hand
A devastating suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad on Friday claimed at least 31 lives and injured over 170, marking the capital’s deadliest attack since 2008. The bomber detonated himself at the mosque’s entrance after Friday prayers. Pakista…
Ukraine: Its future matters
As we enter the fourth year of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, we must remember that Ukraine’s future still matters. How this war ends matters. If Russia is rewarded, the fighting will pause only until Moscow has time to rearm. Walking away from Ukraine …
Trump Lifts 25% Tariff On India Over Russian Oil Imports After Trade Deal
US President Donald Trump moved Friday to lift an additional 25 percent tariff he imposed on goods from India over its purchases of Russian oil — a step to implement a trade deal announced this week.