insert_link World Sense of disquiet in Delhi over U.S, Australia ‘spy’ reports Days after a Washington Post report purportedly named an Indian spy involved in an assassinaton plot in the US, now a report by an Australian network claims that two India spies were asked to leave after being caught trying to steal sensitive information in 2020. Reports suggest New Delhi has been 'caught off-guard' by these reports, though the Indian government is yet to comment on the claims made by Australian […] todayMay 2, 2024 23
insert_link World Tensions remain high at Columbia University a day after New York City police arrested over a hundred pro-Palestinian protesters Tensions remain high at Columbia University a day after New York City police arrested over a hundred pro-Palestinian protesters, some of whom had taken over a building on campus.The decision to clear the protesters came after University officials asked the police department for help. New York City mayor Eric Adams blamed "outside agitators" who he says were helping lead the campus protests. Columbia student Alex Gilkarov praised the police operation, […] todayMay 2, 2024 14
insert_link World U.S. House to vote on whether to consider ousting another Speaker U.S. House to vote on whether to consider ousting another Speaker next week U.S. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said on Wednesday she is moving ahead on a vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson. He's only been in the role six months after the former Speaker was kicked out by his own - Republican - party. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. todayMay 2, 2024 14
insert_link World “Time is now” for Gaza ceasefire deal, says top US diplomat "The time is now" for a deal between Israel and Hamas, according to U.S Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. America's top diplomat is finishing yet another Middle East tour aimed at agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza. Secretary Blinken says "there is a proposal on the table" which would bring about a truce in return for the release of remaining Israeli hostages still held in the war-torn territory. Benji Hyer reports. […] todayMay 2, 2024 23
insert_link Lifestyle Teens see social media algorithms as accurate reflections of themselves, study finds Teens say ‘for you’ algorithms get them right. Photo illustration by Spencer Platt/Getty Images By Nora McDonald, George Mason University Social media apps regularly present teens with algorithmically selected content often described as “for you,” suggesting, by implication, that the curated content is not just “for you” but also “about you” – a mirror reflecting important signals about the person you are. All users of social media are […] todayApril 30, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Electric cars pile up at European ports as Chinese firms struggle to find buyers By Tom Stacey, Anglia Ruskin University China’s automotive industry has revolutionised over the past decade, from producing basic western clones to making cars that equal the world’s best. As the manufacturing powerhouse of the world, China is also producing them in huge volumes. However, Chinese cars are facing difficulties in finding buyers in Europe. Imported cars, many of which are Chinese electric vehicles, are piling up at […] todayApril 30, 2024 20
insert_link World India expresses “deep concern” over Sikh separatist slogans at event in Canada India has summoned Canada's Deputy High Commissioner to express "deep concern and strong protest" after separatist slogans were raised at an event addressed by Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau. Diplomatic relations between the two countries after Trudeau last year said there were "credible allegations" potentially linking India to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayApril 30, 2024 40
insert_link World U.S. and Philippines Conduct Joint Amphibious Assault Drills in Annual Military Exercises Troops from the U.S and the Philippines are participating in amphibious assault drills as part of their annual two-week joint military exercises. The drills run until May 10 amid high tensions between Beijing and Manila who both have claims to maritime territory in the South China Sea, as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong. todayApril 30, 2024 27
insert_link Business / Economics Tesla CEO Elon Musk has just completed a successful trip to China, to get permission to sell his car company’s Full Self-Driving technology Tesla CEO Elon Musk has just completed a successful trip to China, to get permission to sell his car company's Full Self-Driving technology. His trip comes just after Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's visit in a bid to improve communication and relieve tensions between China and the U.S. Caroline Malone reports. todayApril 30, 2024 41