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      13 January

      IMF chief says global economy faces heightened uncertainty on US trade policy

      The IMF chief also pointed out a shift in market expectations, which leads to knock-on effects on asset prices and on exchange rates. Washington: International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned that global economy in 2025 faces heightened uncertainty due to economic policies, particularly the directions of US trade policy. “Not surprisingly, given the size and role of US economy, there is keen interest globally in the policy directions of the income administration, in particular, on tariffs, taxes, deregulation and government efficiency,” Georgieva said during a media roundtable at the IMF’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. “This uncertainty is particularly high around the path for trade policy going forward, adding to the headwinds facing the global economy, especially for countries and…

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    • 13 January

      Jeju Air plane crash: Black boxes of flight missing final four minutes of data

      While the explosion occurred at 9:03 am on December 29, FDR and CVR ceased recording data starting at 8:59 am, making it challenging for investigators to analyse the situation Seoul: The black boxes of the Jeju Air Co. passenger plane involved in last month’s fatal crash has been found to lack data from the final four minutes before the explosion, according to investigative authorities on Saturday. According to South Korean authorities, an analysis by the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR) from the B737-800 aircraft showed that recordings stopped on both devices approximately four minutes before the aircraft collided with a localiser structure. The explosion occurred at 9:03 am on December…

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    • 13 January

      Pakistan International Airlines’ Paris flight ad sparks outrage for unintended 9/11 parallels

      The backlash was swift and overwhelming, with many social media users expressing outrage over the insensitive design, given the lasting impact of the September 11 attacks. Some humorously suggested the image resembled a threat more than an advertisement, while others condemned the airline for seemingly disregarding historical sensitivity. This outcry highlighted the failure to recognize the gravity of such imagery, especially when it remains fresh in the collective memory. Hyderabad: Pakistan International Airlines has ignited controversy with its new advertising campaign to refresh flights to Paris. Being graphic art isteps or hints to a PIA aircraft flying in the direction of the Eiffel tower reminds many of one 1979 advertisement showing the shadow of an aircraft over the Twin Towers, the…

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    • 13 January

      16 dead, 16 missing as firefighters scramble to tame Los Angeles wildfires

      Forecasters warn of dangerous weather with return of strong winds this week, issue red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday Los Angeles: Firefighters scrambled on Sunday to make further progress against wildfires that have killed 16 people in the Los Angeles area as forecasters again warned of dangerous weather with the return of strong winds this week. At least 16 people were missing, and authorities said that number was expected to rise. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 80 kmph and gusts in the mountains reaching 113 kmph. The most dangerous day will be Tuesday, said weather service meteorologist Rich Thompson. “You’re going to have really strong gusty Santa…

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    • 12 January

      PIA’s Paris promo crashlands, Eiffel tower post sparks 9/11 jokes and outrage

      How a Pakistan International Airlines post on X led to an online outrage as the resumption of flights to Paris reminded people about the 9/11 attacks on trade towers in the US. PIA’s Paris promo crashlands, Eiffel tower post sparks 9/11 jokes and outrage Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) literally flew into the ‘hall of shame’ after its unintentional, but most disastrous social media post to announce its resumption of flights from Islamabad to Paris. The social media post attacted as many as 3,500 comments, most of  them negative as the image in the post showed a PIA aircraft flying into the iconic Eiffel tower, reminiscent of the 9/11 attack on the twin towers in the United States. The PIA social…

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    • 12 January

      Ukraine captures two North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia

      The two soldiers who, although wounded, survived, were taken to Kyiv, and are communicating with Ukrainian security services, says Zelenskyy Kyiv: Ukraine’s forces have captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in Russia’s Kursk border region, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday, the first claim of its kind by Kyiv since North Korea sent thousands of troops to shore up Moscow’s war effort on the other side of the world. Zelenskyy made the comments days after Ukraine, facing a slow Russian onslaught in the east, began pressing new attacks in Kursk to retain ground captured in a lightning incursion in August — the first occupation of Russian territory since World War II. Moscow’s counterattack has left Ukrainian forces outstretched and demoralised, killing and wounding thousands and…

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    • 12 January

      ‘Give your head a shake!’: Canada’s former leader tells Donald Trump

      Jean Chretien, who was Canada’s Prime Minister from 1993 to 2003, joined a chorus of officials from the northern US neighbour who say Trump’s remarks are no longer a joke and may undermine America’s closest ally. Vancouver: President-elect Donald Trump’s remarks that Canada should become the 51st State drew condemnation and a patriotic outburst on Saturday from a former Canadian Prime Minister who offered blunt advice to the incoming US leader – “Give your head a shake!” Jean Chretien, who was Canada’s Prime Minister from 1993 to 2003, joined a chorus of officials from the northern US neighbour who say Trump’s remarks are no longer a joke and may undermine America’s closest ally. Canada would never agree to become part of…

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    • 12 January

      South Australia bans junk food ads on public transport

      The ban, which will be effective on July 1, 2025, prohibits images of unhealthy products such as chocolate, lollies, confectionery, desserts, ice creams, soft drinks, and chips from appearing on public buses, trains, and trams, reports Xinhua news agency. Canberra: South Australia (SA) has become the first Australian state to ban junk food advertisements on public transport to tackle obesity and promote healthy diets. The ban, which will be effective on July 1, 2025, prohibits images of unhealthy products such as chocolate, lollies, confectionery, desserts, ice creams, soft drinks, and chips from appearing on public buses, trains, and trams, reports Xinhua news agency. Strong evidence has demonstrated that food and drink marketing can affect a child’s nutrition knowledge, food preferences and consumption…

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    • 12 January

      Jaishankar to represent India at Trump’s swearing-in ceremony

      During his visit to Washington, the EAM will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming Trump administration New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. During his visit to Washington, Jaishankar will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming Trump administration, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Sunday. “On the invitation of the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent the Government of India at the swearing-in ceremony of President-Elect Donald J Trump as the 47th President of the United States of America,” it said. “During the visit, the external affairs minister will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming administration, as also…

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    • 11 January

      Interpol issues first Silver Notice, enables tracing illicit wealth laundered across borders

      The newest addition to the organisation’s suite of colour-coded notices and diffusions involves 52 members, including India New Delhi: Adding a new weapon to its armoury of colour-coded notices, the Interpol has issued its first Silver Notice to locate assets laundered across borders as part of a pilot project in which India is also a participant, the global body said Friday. In its response to a PTI query on the notice, the Interpol said in a statement it has issued the first Silver Notice on the request of Italy which has sought information about the assets of a senior mafia member. The Lyon-based international police cooperation organisation said the pilot project has participation from 52 members including India. At present, the…

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