India wants to open up lithium mining in quest for batteries
The gov’t wants approval to amend laws to allow private firms to extract lithium, a key raw material for EV batteries. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
America’s new third party emerges
The Forward party was created by former Democrats and Republicans who vow to stand against “political extremism” Former Republicans and Democrats joined forces on Wednesday to create a new Centrist…
Sanctions on Russia could leave Britain without fish and chips
There are fears that half of the country’s shops selling the uniquely British fast food may go out of business Around 5,000 of Britain’s 10,500 fish and chips shops may…
Why is the racial gap in US drug overdoses widening?
Overdose deaths of Black and Indigenous people soared higher than those of white people in 2020, health agency says. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Photos: North Korea marks Korean War armistice anniversary
The country celebrates the anniversary of the armistice as the day of ‘victory in the fatherland liberation war’. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Right to Report: Press Freedom in Hong Kong
101 East investigates the state of press freedom in Hong Kong. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Former US Democrat Andrew Yang launches centrist ‘Forward Party’
Former presidential candidate says party will be biggest outside of long-dominant Democrat and Republican behemoths. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 155
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 155th day, we take a look at the main developments. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Mapping the largest Syrian refugee camp in the world
Home to more than 80,000 Syrians who fled the war, Jordan’s Zaatari refugee camp marks 10 years since opening. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
South Sudanese Australians find ‘sense of belonging’ in sport
Peter Bol eyes Commonwealth Games medal as other South Sudanese join elite players in Australian Football League. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
China says closely tracking rocket debris hurtling towards Earth
Beijing says uncontrolled re-entry of rocket debris poses little risk to anyone on the ground. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Social media ‘gurus’ prey on India’s small retail investors
Recent slide in stock values has hurt amateur investors who sought to make a quick buck via tips from social media. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Iraqi protesters storm parliament (VIDEOS)
No lawmakers were present for the raucous demonstration, which came amid stalled efforts to form a new government A large crowd of protesters forced its way into Iraq’s parliament building,…
Meta sees first ever quarterly drop, misses estimates
Recession fears and competitive pressures are weighing on the digital ads sales of the social media giant. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
UK adviser warns of nuclear war risk amid communication breakdown
Stephen Lovegrove says backdoor channels that kept world safe during the Cold War have disintegrated. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US leading world in monkeypox cases
Health officials are stepping up surveillance efforts after a recent surge in monkeypox infections The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported more than 1,000 new cases…
Kim Jong Un says N Korea ‘ready to mobilise’ nuclear deterrent
North Korean leader condemns United States and South Korea in speech to mark ‘Victory Day’, the Korean War armistice. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Samsung Electronics reports 12 percent profit rise in Q2
South Korean tech giant reports record quarterly profit for key semiconductor business. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
German mayors want Nord Stream 2 opened
Leaders of Germany’s largest island demand Berlin rethink Russia policy Berlin’s policy of trying to give up imports of Russian natural gas is likely to create hardship and spark unrest,…
US offers Russia ‘substantial’ deal for release of Griner, Whelan
Reports indicate that such an exchange could free Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner in exchange for Russian arms dealer. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest