Former French president Nicholas Sarkozy went on trial January 6 for allegedly accepting some €50 million from late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to fund his successful 2007 presidential bid . The accusations involve a dozen defendants of various nationalities as well as spy chiefs, suitcases of cash and a mysterious drowning in Vienna.
Washington (AFP) Jan 8, 2025
US company Firefly Aerospace said Tuesday it is aiming to launch a lander to the Moon next week under an experimental NASA program that partners with the commercial sector to reduce costs.
If successful, it would mark only the second time an American robot has touched down on the lunar surface since the end of the Apollo era.
"Buckle up! Our road trip to the Moon is set to launch at 1:1
Washington (AFP) Jan 7, 2025
NASA announced Tuesday it may turn to Elon Musk's SpaceX or Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin to help reduce the soaring costs of returning Martian rocks collected by the Perseverance rover to Earth.
Originally planned to deliver 30 sample tubes to Earth by the 2030s, the Mars Sample Return mission has faced rising expenses and delays, prompting the US space agency to explore more streamlined solutio
Paris, France (SPX) Jan 07, 2025
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT) has finalized the acquisition of Stellar Blu Solutions LLC, a US-based innovator in next-generation SATCOM terminal technologies. This strategic move positions Gilat to strengthen its role in the expanding In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) market.
Based on Stellar Blu's strong backlog, Gilat projects annual revenues from the acquisition t
Hong Kong (AFP) Jan 8, 2025
Equities wavered on Wednesday as sentiment was knocked by a sell-off on Wall Street sparked by data indicating the US economy and jobs market remained robust, further denting hopes for interest rate cuts.
With inflation worries already elevated owing to Donald Trump's pledges to slash taxes, regulations and immigration when he returns to the White House, the latest readings added to uncertai
Beijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025
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.
Officials announced the probe in July, in a tit-for-tat move after Brussels launched probes into whether Chinese government subsidies were undermining European competitio
Beijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025
China narrowly avoided slipping into deflation in December with prices rising at their slowest pace in nine months, official figures showed Thursday, as Beijing struggles to kickstart consumer activity in the world's number two economy.
The tepid reading comes after the government unveiled a range of measures at the end of last year aimed at boosting consumption as well as providing support
A plane travelling from San Jose to LAX airport battled thick black smoke and high winds from the deadly wildfires during a turbulent landing.
So much of the technology showcased at CES includes gadgets made to improve consumers’ lives — whether by leveraging AI to make devices that help people become more efficient, by creating companions to cure loneliness or by providing tools that help people with mental and physical health
The New York Times has included Bulgaria among its top travel destinations for 2025, citing the country’s growing appeal to international travelers. The publication highlights Bulgaria’s enhanced accessibility following its accession to the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, which eliminates border checks for visitors arriving from most European Union countries. Additionally, expectations that Bulgaria will soon adopt the euro are noted as another factor simplifying travel for foreign tourists. ...
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The state of Transnistria isn't recognised by most major world powers, but a traveller who visited the former Soviet state says it's the cheapest holiday ever
The poster of the musical ‘Wicked’. Photo: Wikipedia
Canadian leaders have strongly rejected U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s suggestion that Canada become the 51st U.S. state. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc dismissed the remarks as “counterproductive,” while other officials criticised Trump’s rhetoric amid trade tensions and the resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Canada’s significant economic ties with the U.S. remain at stake, with potential tariffs threatening to disrupt a CAD 3.6 billion daily trade relationship. Despite the escalating rhetoric... Читать дальше...
West Ham have announced Graham Potter will be their new head coach, two years after his last gig as a manager when he was sacked by Chelsea
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American swimming legend Gary Hall jnr has detailed the terrifying moment he thought he might be burnt alive in Los Angeles.
Opinion Why carbon markets from COP could be the springboard climate tech startups need
Return-to-office (RTO) is moving ahead widely and at lightspeed. Employes need to be ready. Employees need to be ready. Generative AI can provide the advice needed.
The first meeting of the election management committee of the Delhi BJP unit consists of 23 dignitaries.
A total of 243,603 shares changed hands on the counter till 01:38PM (IST)
As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office, he reflects on his administration's achievements, challenges, and personal journey in an exit interview with USA Today. From economic recovery efforts and foreign policy successes to regrets over misinformation and infrastructure delays, Biden shares candid insights. He reveals a surprising compliment from incoming President Donald Trump and expresses concerns over potential policy reversals.
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