Sunday, November 24, 2024

WORLD

Mexico lowers 2024 GDP growth forecast

The Central Bank of Mexico (Banxico) has upgraded its economic growth forecast for 2023, but slightly lowered its projected growth for 2024 due...

New Zealand govt to back buyout of cyclone, flood affected homes

The New Zealand government will enter into a funding arrangement with local councils to offer a voluntary buyout for owners of residential properties...

Australia’s home value growth rate hits over 1-year high

The national Home Value Index for Australia rose for the consecutive third month in May, with a 1.2-percent monthly growth rate hitting the...

Foreigner hotel stays in Japan top 10 mn for 1st time in 3 years

The number of overnight stays by foreigners at hotels and other accommodation facilities in Japan totaled 10.38 million in April, exceeding 10 million...

Long-jumper Sreeshankar keen to improve performances ahead of busy competitive season

Having started his season with early success in an international jumping meet in Greece, Commonwealth Games medallist Murali Sreeshankar is looking forward to...

Devon Conway an absolute magician in terms of his adaptability to all three formats:...

Former New Zealand cricketer John Bracewell heaped praise on left-handed opener Devon Conway, calling him an absolute magician in terms of adapting his...

WhatsApp working on ‘discover channel’ feature for Android beta

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature for Android beta which will allow users to discover new channels by using...

Moldova presses for quicker EU accession ahead of European summit

The second European Political Community (EPC) summit on Thursday will be an opportunity to showcase Moldova's readiness toward the European Union (EU) accession,...

Stokes’ ability to fully fulfil that all-rounder function is absolutely critical: Michael Atherton

Former captain Michael Atherton said it would be a big blow for England if skipper Ben Stokes' knee problem limits his ability to...

Israel not on track to reach climate targets: OECD report

Israel is not on track to reach its climate targets, said a report published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD. The...