World Health Assembly to address health challenges
The 78th session of the World Health Assembly (WHA78) will convene from 19-27 May in Geneva, Switzerland, under the theme “One World for Health”. The Health Assembly will bring together…
Sri Lanka looks to deepen ties with China in energy: minister
SRI Lankan Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody has reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to expanding its energy partnership with China, describing China as a “close friend” and outlining ambitious plans for…
Afghanistan, Russia sign MoUs to enhance trade, transit cooperation
THE Afghan interim government and Russia have signed five memorandums of understanding (MoUs) focusing on trade, transport, transit, and gas exploration cooperation, a government statement said on Friday. According to…
‘Fortnite’ unavailable on Apple devices worldwide
HIT game “Fortnite” was unavailable on Apple’s digital App Store around the world on Friday, in the latest episode of a battle between the tech titan and publisher Epic Games.…
Copenhagen to offer giveaways to eco-friendly tourists
THE city of Copenhagen will offer special rebates and freebies to eco-friendly tourists this summer, including free bike rentals to those arriving by train and staying more than four days.…
Historic Japan sake brewery offering courses for foreign sommeliers
A sake brewery in southwestern Japan with an over 150-year history has begun offering a seminar for foreign sommeliers on the traditional techniques for making the Japanese alcoholic drink, which…
EU slams UK-US trade deal
EU trade ministers have criticized the UK’s trade agreement with the US, warning that the bloc may consider retaliatory measures against Washington unless it secures more favorable terms for the…
Ukraine conflict could have ended in weeks – Russia’s top negotiator
The Ukraine conflict could have ended very quickly if Kiev had chosen to negotiate from the beginning rather than heed its Western backers and fight Russia, Vladimir Medinsky, the head…
Japan carmakers focus on popular models to soften US tariff impact
JAPANESE automakers have few immediate options to offset the impact of the additional US tariff on cars. Toyota Motor Corp, Honda Motor Co and other domestic manufacturers will likely rely…
US set to lose $12.5 bln in foreign tourism in 2025: industry
THE United States is on track to lose some $12.5 billion in revenue from foreign tourists this year, a tourism industry group said Thursday, as the Trump administration has led…