Germany on brink of recession: Destatis
Berlin, Nov 25 - Germany's economy is on the brink of recession as the country's gross domestic product (GDP) in the third quarter (Q3) of 2023 declined by 0.1 per cent compared to the previous quarter, according to confirmed figures published by the
First batch of 13 Israeli hostages return home after 49 days
Tel Aviv, Nov 24 - After spending 49 days in captivity of Hamas, 13 hostages who were kidnapped from Israel have returned home safely, an official said.
Foreign students say Canada should permanently lift 20-hour work cap
Toronto, Nov 24 - International students in Canada, who have off-campus work authorisation on their study permit, say that the country should permanently lift the 20-hour-per-week work rule.
Car driven by elderly man rams into pedestrians in Tokyo
Tokyo, Nov 24 - Four people were injured on Friday after a car driven by an 80-year-old man rammed into pedestrians on a sidewalk in central Tokyo, according to police in the Japanese capital.
Pakistan confirms making formal request to join BRICS
Islamabad, Nov 24 - The Pakistani Foreign Ministry confirmed that the nation has made a formal request to join th BRICS -- Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa -- bloc, saying it is an important group of developing countries.
Sri Lankan central bank further reduces interest rates
Colombo, Nov 24 - The Central Bank of Sri Lanka on Friday announced its decision to reduce its Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) by 100 basis points to 9.00 per cent and 10.00 per cent, respectively.
Temperatures plunge as cold air continues to grip China
Beijing, Nov 24 - Temperatures in central and eastern China plummeted on Friday and cold air is expected to continue gripping various parts of the country over the next 10 days, meteorological authorities said.
Ukrainian PM, EU official discuss border blockade
Kiev, Nov 24 - Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said he had an online meeting with European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis to discuss the blockade of the Ukrainian border with some European Union (EU) countries.
78% Jews believe Israel will be victorious in war against Hamas: Survey
Tel Aviv, Nov 24 - At least 78 per cent Jews believe that Israeli will be victorious in its war with the Hamas militant group, a survey conducted by a think tank revealed.
Indian-American lawmakers welcome 4-day Israel-Hamas truce
New York, Nov 24 - Indian-American Congressmen have welcomed a four-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war, which came into effect on Friday after nearly seven weeks of intense fighting.
130,000 liters of diesel to enter Gaza from Egypt daily: Official
Cairo, Nov 24 - Some 130,000 liters of diesel and four trucks of gas will enter Gaza from Egypt daily starting Friday amid the four-day humanitarian pause currently in effect in the war-torn enclave, according to an Egyptian official.
Poland extends border controls with Slovakia to curb migrant influx
Warsaw, Nov 24 - Poland has announced an 11-day extension of temporary border controls with Slovakia, as outlined in a new regulation by the Interior Ministry which has already taken effect.
Israel cuts annual growth forecasts due to war
Jerusalem, Nov 24 - The Israeli Finance Ministry has substantially reduced its annual economic growth forecasts due to the war with Hamas, according to a new report.
Turkey delivers bigger-than-expected rate hike to tame inflation
Ankara, Nov 24 - The Turkish central bank delivered another hefty interest rate increase, the sixth such increase in a row, showcasing its determination to reign in high inflation, experts said.
2-day strike paralyses Germany’s healthcare system
Berlin, Nov 24 - Healthcare workers in Germany have started two-day strike, with university hospitals hit particularly hard and many operations canceled, paralyzing the entire sector.
4-day humanitarian pause deal between Hamas-Israel comes into effect
Gaza, Nov 24 - A four-day humanitarian pause deal agreed by Israel and Hamas came into effect in Gaza on Friday, which allow the release of at least 50 hostages in the duration of the temporary ceasefire.
Russian region on high alert after Finland closes almost all border checkpoints
Moscow, Nov 24 - A high-alert has been sounded and a number of additional measures introduced in Russia's Murmansk region to ensure the safety of local residents after Finland closed almost all of its border checkpoints, a top official has confirmed.
Israeli airstrike kills Hamas naval commander in southern Gaza
Jerusalem, Nov 24 - The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Friday said that an airstrike in Khan Younis, the largest city in southern Gaza, killed a Hamas naval commander.
Ecuador’s youngest-ever President Daniel Noboa takes office
Quito, Nov 24 - Daniel Noboa has been sworn in as President of Ecuador, pledging to move the country forward, reduce poverty and tackle crime during his brief 18-month term in office.
New Zealand announces new coalition govt
Wellington, Nov 24 - Three political parties of New Zealand announced on Friday the lineup for a new coalition government after weeks of negotiations.