Mark Carney Heads to Beijing to Discuss Canada-China Relations as U.S. Outlook Darkens
The prime minister is seeking new markets for Canadian goods and to mend relations with China after years of deep acrimony between the two nations. Source link
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Iran’s Leaders May Survive Protests. But Anger Will Likely Persist.
Its security forces have brutally defended the Islamic Republic, but the protests show that many Iranians consider it stagnant and ideologically hollow. Source link
What happened on 14th January in history: The most significant events over the years |
You can learn more about the world today by looking back at several dates in history. Sometimes, tragedies, political changes, cultural shifts, and personal milestones don’t make it into the calendar. January 14 is one of those days. It has stories that span generations and continents. This day highlights how history may be very different….
Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver
Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland has been arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening a ride-share driver in Hollywood, police have said. Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said Sutherland “entered a ride-share vehicle, physically assaulted the driver (the victim), and made criminal threats” in an incident at 00:15 PST (08:15 GMT) on Monday. The victim was not…
China’s Coal Ban Improved Air Quality, but Villagers Are Paying the Price
China banned the burning of coal for heat around Beijing, but natural gas subsidies have run out, leaving many villagers vulnerable in dangerously cold weather. Source link
China’s Trade Surplus Surged 20 Percent to New Highs
A currency kept weak to help Chinese factories, combined with faltering consumer spending, propelled exports, while a campaign for self-sufficiency limited imports. Source link
Canada issues travel advisory, flags ‘Avoid All Travel’ countries: see updated list |
Canada updated its international travel advisory recently, issuing its most severe advisories for a set of countries where conditions are deemed too dangerous for Canadian travellers. The advisory was updated on its official website travel.gc.ca . These advisories reflect a careful assessment of political instability, armed conflict, civil unrest, threats to personal security, limited flight…
How much are tuition fees in the UK and is university worth it?
Hazel ShearingEducation correspondent Getty Images People applying to university this year have until 18:00 today to submit their Ucas applications. But with increased living costs, many are questioning whether university is worth it. From 2028, some students from lower-income households in England will be eligible for maintenance grants of up to £1,000 a year, the…
Venezuela Frees Several Americans From Prison, U.S. Says
They were the first U.S. citizens released after the U.S. military captured Nicolás Maduro and flew him to the United States to stand trial on drug and other charges. Source link
Why you shouldn’t make your bed right after waking up: 5 surprising reasons |
What is the first thing you do after waking up? “I say a quick grace, get up, and start making my bed”, said Sinupa Shekhar from Bengaluru. Well, she is not the only one who does this. Making bed is the first thing for many people after waking for decades. And why not? This is…