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Zimbabwe to Construct First Utility-Scale Geothermal Energy Independent Power Producer (IPP)

Zimbabwe has announced plans to build its first utility-scale geothermal energy Independent Power Producer (IPP), aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly from the energy sector, which is...

November 29, 2023

Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over Parthenon Sculptures: Greece and UK Clash

Diplomatic tensions flared on Monday as British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak canceled a meeting with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, sparking a diplomatic row over the status of...

November 29, 2023

4th ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum

India and 10 ASEAN Member States (AMS) showcased unity at the launch of the 4th edition of the ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF). The event, graced by...

November 29, 2023

WHO Highlights Alarming Rates of Violence Against Women Globally

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia, Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, has drawn attention to the alarming prevalence of physical and/or sexual violence against women...

November 28, 2023

UK’s Colonial History Doubles Its Historical Emissions in Global Heating

Recent analysis reveals that the United Kingdom is responsible for nearly twice as much global heating as previously estimated when accounting for its colonial history. While the UK’s...

November 28, 2023

Australia Plans to Regulate Digital Payment Services Like Apple Pay and Google Pay

Australia’s government has announced plans to regulate digital payment services, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital wallets. The move aims to bring these services under the...

November 28, 2023

Malaysia Grants Visa-Free Entry to Indians

Close on the heels of Sri Lanka and Thailand, Malaysia is set to grant visa-free entry to Indians for stays of up to 30 days starting December 1,...

November 28, 2023

Unraveling History: Diphtheria’s Cinematic Role in Ridley Scott’s Napoleon

In Ridley Scott’s upcoming cinematic saga, Napoleon, the life of Josephine Bonaparte, portrayed by Vanessa Kirby, takes center stage. The film delves into the intricacies of Josephine’s existence,...

November 27, 2023

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cantaloupes: One Dead, 17 Hospitalized in Canada

A salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes has resulted in one fatality and 17 hospitalizations in Canada, according to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). The outbreak has...

November 27, 2023

India and US to Simplify Antiquities Return Process with Cultural Property Agreement

India is on the verge of finalizing an agreement with the United States that simplifies the process for the return of stolen antiquities. The proposed Cultural Property Agreement...

November 27, 2023

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