Vietnam Jails Ex-lawyer Over Facebook Posts
A Vietnamese court sentenced a prominent former lawyer to three years in jail Friday over Facebook posts it ruled undermined the state by criticising a leading judge.
AI Comes Down From The Cloud As Chips Get Smarter
Artificial intelligence is moving from data centers to "the edge" as computer makers build the technology into laptops, robots, cars and more devices closer to home.
India Readies For Mammoth Hindu Festival Of 400 Million Pilgrims
The world's largest gathering of humanity begins in India on Monday with the opening of the Kumbh Mela, a six-week Hindu festival organisers expect to attract up to 400 million pilgrims.
Asian Markets Drift Lower As US Jobs Data Looms
Equities fell again in Asia on Friday as traders prepared for the release of US jobs data that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rate, with several officials indicating the cutting has finished for now.
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The chairman of Larsen & Toubro has ignited debate on social media for advocating a 90-hour work week for employees.
US Fed's December Rate Cut Was 'Final' Step To Recalibrate Policy: Official
The US Federal Reserve should proceed cautiously before supporting any future rate cuts, a senior bank official said Thursday, adding that she saw December's rate cut as a final step for now.
Ubisoft Reviews Restructuring Options, Postpones New Assassin's Creed
Ubisoft said Thursday it would take decisive steps to reshape itself as the French video game publisher announced it would delay the release of the latest title in its top "Assassin's Creed" franchise.
E-Power Hits The Slopes: New Wave Of Snow Sports Emerges
Following in the footsteps of electric scooters on land and wakeboards at sea, young entrepreneurs are bringing electric power to snow travel with self-propelled skis and all-terrain skates.
Lamborghini Sets New Sales Record Amid Hybrid Push
Lamborghini set a new sales record in 2024, the Italian sportscar maker said on Thursday, defying the gloom that has hit mass-market car companies.
What Do We Know About Latest Gaza Talks?
Mediators Qatar, Egypt and the United States have launched a new push to end the Gaza war and secure the release of dozens of hostages held in the Palestinian territory.
Chad Says Bid To Storm Into Presidential Palace Foiled, 20 Dead
Two dozen armed men tried to storm into Chad's presidential palace but 18 of the attackers and two soldiers were killed in the failed attack, the national prosecutor said Thursday.
Microsoft To Use Performance Reviews For New Round Of Job Cuts
Microsoft reportedly plans a new round of job cuts in 2025, targeting low-performing employees across several divisions, including security.
'Worst In Show' Products From CES: AI-Powered Crib, Wasteful Refrigerator
The Worst in Show Awards highlight what some consider the worst products from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Hundreds Of Young Workers Sue McDonald's UK Alleging Harassment
More than 700 young workers are suing McDonald's UK after widespread harassment claims were exposed.
37 Killed In North Syria Clashes Between Pro-Turkey, Kurdish Forces: Monitor
Battles between Turkish-backed groups, supported by air strikes, and Kurdish-led forces killed 37 people on Thursday in Syria's northern Manbij region, a war monitor said.
Italy's Meloni Denies Discussing SpaceX Deal With Musk
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni denied Thursday talking to Elon Musk about a cybersecurity deal with the American billionaire's SpaceX company following reports that sparked controversy in Italy.
Beijing Says EU Imposed Unfair Trade Barriers On Chinese Firms
China said Thursday that an investigation had found the European Union imposed unfair "trade and investment barriers" on Beijing, marking the latest salvo in long-running commercial tensions between the two economic powers.
China's Electric And Hybrid Vehicle Sales Jump 40.7% In 2024
Sales of electric and hybrid vehicles jumped more than 40 percent in China last year, as demand for new energy models continues to surge and the sector remains entrenched in a gruelling price war.
Waymo Exec Hopeful Trump Will Boost Autonomous Driving
A top Waymo executive said Wednesday the United States could lead globally on autonomous driving, expressing hope that a national standard under the incoming Trump administration would boost safety.
YouTube Patriots? The Men Backing S. Korea's Impeached President
Fears of North Korea, online conspiracies and unproven claims of electoral fraud -- conservative South Korean men told AFP why they had descended on impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol's residence to protect him from arrest.
Trade War Worries Loom Over Las Vegas Tech Show
Chinese companies have turned out in force again at this year's Consumer Electronics Show, with their prospects overshadowed by the threat of steeper tariffs from incoming US president Donald Trump.
Australia Frets Over Meta Halt To US Fact-checking
Australia is deeply concerned by Meta's decision to scrap US fact-check operations on its Facebook and Instagram platforms, a senior government minister said Thursday.
Japan Startup Hopeful Ahead Of Second Moon Launch
Japanese startup ispace vowed its upcoming second unmanned Moon mission will be a success, saying Thursday that it learned from its failed attempt nearly two years ago.
Ukraine Allies To Hold Last Defence Meet Before Trump Takes Office
Ukraine's Western allies will gather with President Volodymyr Zelensky at a US base in Germany on Thursday in their last such meeting before Donald Trump returns to the White House in less than two weeks.
Bangladesh Garment Industry Rebounds, But Workers Say Little Change
In a vast Bangladeshi factory hall thrumming with sewing machines, garment workers churn out seemingly endless pairs of mountain hiking trousers for customers in Europe and North America.
Asian Markets Drop As Trades Fret Over US Inflation, Rates Outlook
Asian markets struggled Thursday after a tepid lead from Wall Street, with investors growing increasingly worried about the outlook for inflation and US interest rates as Donald Trump's second presidency looms.
Mozambique Opposition Leader Due Home Amid Tension Over Disputed Vote
Mozambique's opposition leader is expected to return from exile Thursday to push his claim to have won presidential elections, risking an escalation in a dispute about the vote just days ahead of the swearing in of his rival.
Myanmar Military Adopts Anti-junta Fighters' Drone Tactics
A Myanmar military drone tracked a car carrying anti-junta forces as it drove through the contested village of Moe Bye.
New Twist In US-Cuba Trademark Fight Over Havana Club Rum
One rum, two owners: the decades-long legal battle between the Cuban government and spirits giant Bacardi over the popular Havana Club rum brand has entered a new phase with the enactment of a new US trademark law.
Campaigners Fear Spike In Hate Speech As Meta Lifts Restrictions
Tech giant Meta has rolled back restrictions around topics such as gender and sexual identity, a sweeping move advocacy groups fear will fuel hate speech.
Used Car Shoppers Could Have Good News In 2025: Here Are The Vehicles You'll Save Most On
Prices for used cars are finally dropping, just in time for consumers to take advantage of the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cuts that affect car loans.
Biden Administration Launches 'Cyber Trust Mark' Seal For Internet-Connected Devices
President Joe Biden has launched the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark, a labeling program to help American consumers easily identify secure smart devices, in a bipartisan move to improve cybersecurity and consumer trust.
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Several senior US Federal Reserve officials raised concerns in December that the fight against inflation may have "stalled" in recent months, according to minutes of the meeting published Wednesday.
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