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First crewed test flight of Boeing Starliner put off due a rocket issue

The long-awaited first crewed test flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft was called off for 24 hours over a technical glitch with the Atlas V rocket that was to launch the capsule into the orbit on May 6. The CST-100 Starliner's inaugural voyage would have carried Sunita Williams and Bary Wilmore to the International Space Station. as Boeing scrambles to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX for a greater share of lucrative NASA business. Watch!

Live: Floods Hit Parts of Texas, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany & East Africa | World News

Live: Devastating floods have slammed into several regions around the world in May 2024. Regions in Texas, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany and East Africa are battling rising water levels, displacing residents and causing widespread damage. The cause of these floods varies, but heavy rains and extreme weather events are likely to blame.

Floods in Brazil: Rio Grande do Sul state underwater, death toll climbs to 78

Witness the aftermath of devastating floods in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as drone footage captures submerged buildings after heavy rains. With the death toll climbing to 78 and over 115,000 displaced in Rio Grande do Sul, the state grapples with destruction. Roads, bridges, and a hydroelectric dam are casualties of the deluge, affecting over two-thirds of the state's cities.

Labour Party Claims Early Win Against PM Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party | UK Elections

Britain's opposition Labour Party won a parliamentary seat in northern England on May 3 and gained control over several councils, inflicting heavy losses on the governing Conservatives to pile more pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Watch the video to know more.

Canadian police charge 3 Indians with murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

Canadian police arrested and charged three Indian men with the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar and said they're probing whether the men have any links to the Indian government. The 45-year-old was shot dead last June outside a temple in the western Canadian city of Surrey, which has a large Sikh population. A few months later, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cited evidence of Indian government involvement, prompting a diplomatic crisis. Watch the video to know more

The Palestinian Fatalities In The Gaza Strip From Ongoing Israeli Attacks Rises To 34,568

On Wednesday, the Health Ministry in Gaza reported that the number of Palestinian fatalities in the Gaza Strip resulting from the ongoing Israeli assaults had climbed to 34,568. During the past 24 hours, the Israeli army carried out four military operations in Gaza, killing 33 Palestinians and injuring 57 others, the ministry said in a statement. Watch!

UAE Hit By Widespread Rainfall Weeks After A Record-Breaking Storm

Weeks after a record-breaking storm, the United Arab Emirates experienced rainfall on Thursday, May 2 across various areas, with officials implementing distance learning for schools and universities, while advising businesses to switch to remote work. The National Centre of Meteorology said unstable weather would affect parts of the country between Thursday and Friday. Dubai International Airport confirmed that due to unsettled weather conditions, five inbound flights were diverted overnight, and nine arrivals and four outbound flights were cancelled. Watch!

Electric carmakers in China offer luxury tech in EVs without the luxury price tag

The battle for consumer attention in China's electric car market is being fought over touches of "tech luxury" that car buyers in other markets have never seen. Watch for details!

What Will Athletes Eat At Paris Olympics 2024?

More than 500 recipes have been created by several chefs, such as Alexandre Mazzia and Amandine Chaignot, to feed the 15,000 athletes participating in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris this summer. Watch!

Police Crack Down On Campus Protests Amidst Clashes In Los Angeles | CNN-News18

Hundreds of people were arrested at pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses as police Wednesday extended a crackdown that included clearing out demonstrators occupying a building at Columbia University in New York. Watch!

LIVE: U.S. Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged | Chairman Jerome Powell Speaks

The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It performs five general functions to promote the effective operation of the U.S. economy and, more generally, the public interest. The Federal Reserve conducts the nation’s monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates in the U.S. economy; promotes the stability of the financial system and seeks to minimize and contain systemic risks through active monitoring and engagement in the U.S. and abroad; promotes the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions and monitors their impact on the financial system as a whole; fosters payment and settlement system safety and efficiency through services to the banking industry and the U.S. government that facilitate U.S.-dollar transactions and payments; and promotes consumer protection and community development through consumer-focused supervision and examination, research and analysis of emerging consumer issues and trends, community economic development activities, and the administration of consumer laws and regulations.

French Sailing Ship Carrying Olympic Flame Passes Through Majestic Corinth Canal

On Sunday, April 28, the Olympic torch journeyed through the breathtaking Corinth Canal aboard the historic three-masted vessel Belem en route to France for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Departing from the port of Piraeus on Saturday (April 27) morning, the Belem, constructed in 1896, the same year as the inaugural modern Olympics, symbolized the concluding phase of preparations leading up to the Games' opening ceremony on July 26. Watch!

India Has To Make Sure It Leaps Across Technologies: Siemens AG’s Cedrik Neike | MC Exclusive

German engineering and technology major Siemens AG is looking at India as not just a potential market but also as a source of talent for its digital and artificial intelligence offerings. Speaking exclusively with Moneycontrol at the ‘Hannover Messe 2024’ trade fair, Cedrik Neike, member of the managing board of Siemens AG and the Chief Executive Officer, said that India India should make sure it leaps across technologies. “Instead of copying what has been done in the past, adopt the newest technologies in order to be really competitive in the world,” he said.

Ukrainian 'Grandpa' Leads Over 60s Unit Fighting Russian Forces For Free

Oleksandr Taran, known as "Grandpa," leads the Steppe Wolves, a group of Ukrainian men predominantly over 60 years old. Despite being deemed too old for military service, they are determined to defend their country and actively participate in the fight.

Elon Musk Meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang To Discuss Tesla's Full Self-Driving Rollout

Elon Musk's surprise visit to Beijing sparks speculation as he meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang to discuss the rollout of Tesla's Full Self-Driving software (FSD) in China. The potential transfer of data overseas adds to the intrigue. Despite promising signs, Tesla faces hurdles in introducing FSD in its second-largest market. With traffic conditions and regulatory challenges unique to China, the stakes are high. Stay tuned for insights into Tesla's strategy, market dynamics, safety concerns, and more.

Antony Blinken Expresses US Concerns Over China Backing Russia | Beijing

Over the course of a five-and-a-half hour-long discussions with China's top diplomat Wang Yi in Beijing, Antony Blinken relayed US concerns over China backing Russia, marking the latest high-level engagement between the two nations, which have been working to improve relations after last year's tensions. "At the conclusion of my visit on Friday, I restated our significant apprehension regarding the PRC's contribution of components fueling Russia's aggressive warfare against Ukraine," Blinken stated at a press briefing, using China's official title, the People's Republic of China.

World’s first private submersible superyacht for 'Visionary Billionaires' | MIGALOO M5

An Austria-based company, Migaloo, is developing a massive superyacht for visionary billionaires. The most intriguing feature of the yacht is that it can remain submerged underwater for over four weeks. Watch for more details!

EU Parliament approves crackdown on single-use plastic packaging

The European Parliament passed a law to ban specific single-use plastic packaging, such as mini shampoo bottles and thin grocery bags, aiming to tackle packaging waste. Pending final approval from EU countries, the proposed policy would bring significant changes to packaging regulations for various industries. From 2030, it would prohibit single-use plastic packaging for items like fruit, vegetables, condiments in fast food outlets, and mini cosmetics bottles in hotels. Under the rules countries would be required to ensure that at least 90% of single-use plastic bottles and cans are collected each year from 2029, through deposit return systems, in an attempt to ensure more are recycled rather than put into landfill.

Why are students conducting Pro-Palestinian protests at US universities?

Pro-Palestinian protests intensifying at universities across the United States have expanded to additional campuses, prompting suggestions from a senior Republican leader, House Speaker Mike Johnson, that the National Guard might need to intervene. These remarks are likely to stir strong emotions in a nation where the 1970 incident of National Guardsmen fatally shooting unarmed students protesting the Vietnam War remains deeply ingrained in collective memory. Demonstrations broke out on Wednesday at the University of Southern California and in Texas, leading to a tense confrontation between students and police in riot gear, resulting in the detention of over 20 individuals.

U.S. Lawmakers Ask ByteDance To Divest Tiktok Or Face A Nationwide Ban

U.S. lawmakers have initiated a showdown with TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, demanding divestment by mid-January or risking a ban. However, according to sources, ByteDance may opt to shut down TikTok in the U.S. instead of selling it. Watch!

Rafael Nadal Uncertain For French Open Return Amid Injury Recovery Struggle

Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday (April 24) that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open after pushing through the pain barrier in his comeback from injury. Watch.

Elon Musk: Tesla Could start rolling out Optimus robots by 2025

Tesla humanoid robot is still in the lab, but it may be ready to sell by 2025, Chief Executive Elon Musk said. Several companies have been betting on humanoid robots to meet potential labour shortages and perform repetitive tasks that could be dangerous or tedious in industries such as logistics, warehousing, retail and manufacturing. Musk told investors on a conference call that he guessed the Tesla robot, Optimus, would be able to perform tasks in the factory by the end of this year.

‘Can't Agree To Return of Israeli Occupation Of Gaza Strip,’ Says Senior Hamas Official

A top Hamas political official has said that the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a truce of five years or more with Israel and that it would lay down its weapons and convert into a political party if an independent Palestinian state is established along pre-1967 borders.

Russian Missile Strikes Hit Kharkiv: Bar Hit For The Third Time

Russian missile strikes hit residential areas in Kharkiv, Ukraine, injuring six people. Despite her bar surviving a third strike, Nika Hladka remains resolute, planning repairs and staying put in Kharkiv amidst ongoing attacks.

How Are US Allies Preparing For Donald Trump’s Second Term? | US Elections

Foreign allies of the United States are actively strategizing to safeguard their interests in case former President Donald Trump wins the November elections, as indicated by polls. Germany, Japan, Mexico, and Australia are among those taking measures such as engaging with the Republican Party, establishing communication channels with Trump associates, and implementing policies to strengthen their defence ties with the U.S. Watch!

Australia PM Anthony Albanese Calls Elon Musk ‘Arrogant Billionaire’ | Tesla CEO Responds

An Australian court has ordered X to hide some posts commenting on the stabbing of a bishop in Sydney, deepening a war of words between the social media platform's owner Elon Musk and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Australia's federal court late on Monday granted the country's cyber regulator, the eSafety commissioner, a two-day injunction requiring the social media platform to hide some posts on a knife attack last week against an Assyrian church bishop, Mar Mari Emmanuel, during a service at his church. Albanese on Tuesday hit out at Musk, calling him an "arrogant billionaire" for pushing back against the Australian government's calls to take down the content.

Pro-Palestinian Student Protests Expand Across More US College Campuses | Israel-Hamas War

Student protests in support of Palestine have spread to additional college campuses across the United States after mass arrests at demonstrations among a handful of mostly East Coast schools in recent days. They're responding to Israel’s war in Gaza, launched after a deadly October raid by Hamas Islamist militants. Watch for more details!

Families of Israeli hostages protest 200 days of war| Gaza crisis update

Families and supporters of Israeli hostages in Gaza staged a powerful protest in Tel Aviv as the 200th day of captivity approaches. Sitting with bound hands and sealed mouths, they demanded action, declaring, "200 days and nothing has changed." Learn more about the ongoing crisis and Israel's stance on eradicating Hamas, the militant group holding the enclave, following a deadly attack. Despite previous releases, over 100 hostages remain captive, with efforts for further releases stalled amidst fears of Hamas regrouping. Stay informed on the latest developments in this tense situation.

NASA’s Voyager 1 Spacecraft restores contact | How did NASA fix it with a ‘Poke’?

After five months, on April 5 2024, Voyager 1 shared data about its health and engineering systems. Soon Voyager 1 is expected to send Science data to Earth. Voyager 1 was sent on a journey to explore Interstellar space in 1977. And was the first human-made object to leave the solar system and enter Interstellar space which, is the area between stars.

Elon Musk's India strategy is on track | India visit postponed to later this year

Elon Musk's long-awaited visit to India has been postponed, but Tesla's dedication to the Indian electric vehicle market remains unwavering. Despite the setback, Tesla plans to move forward with its application for the new electric vehicle manufacturing policy. CNBC-TV18 reports that Tesla's Chief Sourcing Officer will visit India to connect with leading component manufacturers. The company aims to increase component sourcing from India to $15 billion over the next five years and is actively exploring potential locations for a manufacturing plant across the country.

Donald Trump hush money trial begins | Jury listens to opening statements | World News

In the historic criminal trial of former President Donald Trump in New York, jurors were provided with the initial insights into the arguments expected from both sides. The prosecution and defense teams presented their opening statements as Trump observed the proceedings. During the trial's first day, prosecutors called their first witness, David Pecker, the former CEO of American Media Inc. (AMI), the parent company of the National Enquirer. The state alleges that Pecker assisted Trump during the 2016 campaign by suppressing negative stories about him and targeting his opponents.

Historic floods strike China's Guangdong province | Posing risk to millions | World news

In China's Guangdong province, major rivers, waterways, and reservoirs are on the verge of causing hazardous floods, prompting the government to implement emergency response measures to safeguard over 127 million individuals. Describing the situation as "dire," regional meteorological authorities noted that sections of rivers and tributaries in the Xijiang and Beijiang river basins are experiencing unprecedented water levels, with a rarity of occurrence estimated at one-in-50 years, as reported by the state broadcaster CCTV news on Sunday. China's Ministry of Water Resources issued an emergency advisory, according to CCTV.

Dubai International Airport Resumes Normal Operations | UAE Floods

Dubai International Airport has finally restored normal operations after severe flooding on April 20. Hundreds of passengers stood in line hoping to board flights. Climate researchers have said these extreme weather conditions are due to climate change. Watch

Israel-Palestine: Baby girl saved from the womb of a mother amid Israeli airstrike

A baby girl was delivered from the womb of a Palestinian killed along with her husband and daughter by an Israeli attack in the Gaza city of Rafah. Her mother was 30 weeks pregnant. According to the data from Gaza Health Authority more than 12,000 youngsters have died in the last four months. Watch.

Israeli airstrikes on southern Gaza city of Rafah claim lives of 22, mostly children

Israeli airstrikes in Rafah claimed the lives of 22 people overnight, including 18 children, according to health officials on Sunday. Meanwhile, the United States was poised to approve billions in additional military aid to Israel, its close ally. Despite calls for restraint, Israel has intensified its near-daily air raids on Rafah, where over half of Gaza's 2.3 million residents have sought refuge. Additionally, Israel has pledged to escalate its ground offensive against Hamas to the city bordering Egypt.

Chinese PLA's Naval Submarine Academy Permits International Media Members To Visit

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) naval submarine academy hosted a visit from international media members on Sunday, just ahead of the West Pacific Naval Symposium. While access was limited and did not include observing actual classes or marine training, it provided a rare opportunity for Western media to visit such a sensitive military institution. Watch!

Visitors Paid Their Respects As The Columbine Tragedy Marked 25 Years

On April 20, 1999, two students at Columbine High School in Colorado, just three weeks shy of graduation, stormed the suburban Denver school armed with shotguns and semiautomatic weapons, fatally shooting 12 students and a teacher before committing suicide. Twenty-five years ago, the event was a shock to the nation. Today, mass shootings at schools and elsewhere have become commonplace and, sadly, part of the fabric of American life. Watch!

U.S. House Passes $95 Billion Aid Package For Ukraine, Israel, And Taiwan

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a $95 billion legislative package on Saturday with widespread bipartisan backing, aimed at providing security aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Despite strong opposition from Republican hardliners, the bill garnered support from both sides of the aisle. Watch!

Thousands Of Protestors In Israel And Jerusalem Demand Hostage Deal

Israeli demonstrators in various cities, including Jerusalem, rallied on Saturday April 20, urging new elections and increased government efforts to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza, continuing the wave of protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Former Top-Ranked Garbine Muguruza Announced Her Retirement From Professional Tennis At Age 30

Two-time major champion Garbine Muguruza announced she's retiring from professional tennis at age 30 after an extended time away from the court. “I feel that it is time to retire and open up a new chapter in my life,” the former world No. 1 told a news conference in Madrid on Saturday. Watch!

Israeli Forces Kill 14 Palestinians During A Raid In The West Bank

Israeli forces caused the deaths of over a dozen Palestinians in a prolonged raid in the West Bank, as reported by Palestinian authorities on Saturday, April 20. This incident represents one of the highest casualty counts in the occupied region in months, coinciding with a recent escalation in violence. Watch!

Weekly Highlights | Politics, Business, Sports & Entertainment | News Roundup 15- 20 April

Your quick guide to all the big news events that transpired through the week. From the latest world events like the FSSAI’s inquiry into the Controversy Surrounding Nestle's Cerelac to Key earnings this week. Your one-stop for all big news events from this week.

South Korea Government To Compromise On Medical Reform Plans To End The Two-Month Walkout By Doctors

South Korea's government announced a compromise in its medical reform plans in an effort to resolve a two-month-long strike by doctors. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo disclosed that the government has agreed to a proposal by leading state medical school deans, allowing them to determine new admissions for the year 2025. Watch!

Ukraine Strikes Down Russian Strategic Bomber After Airstrike Kills Eight

Ukraine reportedly downed a Russian strategic bomber following its involvement in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, including two children, in the central Dnipropetrovsk region, as stated by Kyiv. The city of Dnipro and its vicinity experienced a barrage of missiles during the early hours, causing harm to residential structures and the primary train station. Watch for more details!

Heavy Rain And Floods Kill At least 69 People In Pakistan

At least 69 people across Pakistan lost their lives in the preceding week due to intense rainfall leading to flooding, as reported by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Abdul Rasheed Nasir, the medical superintendent at the Headquarter hospital in Chaman, recounted an incident where a vehicle was carried away by the floodwaters. Though the driver survived, tragically, three women and two children perished, while one child is still missing. Watch for details!

Former US President Donald Trump Calls Hush Money Trial A Witch Hunt

Former US President Donald Trump denounces the Hush Money trial as a witch hunt, asserting his innocence against 34 charges of business fraud. The allegations claim he orchestrated a scheme to conceal payments to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election, which he won against Hillary Clinton. Watch!

Ukraine Arms Makers Struggling To Fund Production | Russia-Ukraine War

In the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine more than two years ago, a surge of businesses specializing in weapons and military equipment has emerged within the country. However, this burgeoning private arms industry is encountering challenges as funding diminishes and Russian missile attacks escalate. Entrepreneurs report investing personal funds to sustain operations and relocating at their own expense to evade Russian intelligence and maintain their competitive edge. Watch.

Three Russians Go Parachuting From Stratosphere To North Pole, Set World Record

Three Russians set a world record by parachuting from the Earth's stratosphere to the North Pole. Not only did they accomplish this remarkable feat, but their mission also doubled as a test for a cutting-edge prototype communications system designed for Arctic conditions.

Indonesia's Mount Ruang Volcano Erupts Five Times In A Row | Authorities Issue Tsunami Warnings

Mount Ruang, a stratovolcano in North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, experienced multiple eruptions starting on April 17. It erupted four times, with lava flows and lightning visible overnight. Falling debris posed a tsunami risk, prompting evacuation efforts by rescue teams. Authorities issued tsunami warnings in response to the eruptions. Watch for details!

Iran Sanctions: US and UK take measures to stop military supply for Tehran

Iran Sanctions: US and UK imposed new set of sanctions against Iran amid Tehran's unprecedented attacks on the Middle East. US' new sanctions will cut military supply of Iranian army. Watch.