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Google fired 28 employees who protested its $1.2 billion contract with Israel

Google fired 28 employees who participated in protests against the company's $1.2 billion contract with the Israeli government.

Key Takeaways: Germany’s leader Scholz meets Chinese President Xi to discuss trade and geopolitical tensions

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz concluded his three-day visit to China with a crucial meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on April 16, 2024. The visit was aimed at bolstering business ties with Germany’s largest trading partner while also addressing concerns about China’s increasing exports to Europe

Vietnamese billionaire sentenced to death in biggest financial fraud case

The Vietnamese billionaire Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for her involvement in the country’s biggest financial fraud case.

Boeing CEO, other executives to step down amid ongoing safety issues

CEO Dave Calhoun said in a message to employees on Monday that he would down from the role by the end of 2024.

Chinese Foreign Minister visits Australia and New Zealand after 7 years to stabilize trade ties

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting Australia and New Zealand after 7 years on a significant tour aimed at strengthening trade ties between the countries.

India signs $100 billion free trade deal with 4 European countries

India has signed a trade agreement with four-member European trade bloc European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.

World’s advanced vertical farm opens its second facility to boost British food production

Jones Food Company (JFC), the world's most advanced vertical farm, has opened its second facility JFC2 in Gloucestershire to boost British food production.

Germany overtakes Japan as world’s third-largest economy after Japan slips into recession

Japan, once a titan of the global economy, slipped to number four after Germany overtook as the world's third-largest economy, marking a significant shift in economic power dynamics.

More than $100 billion aviation deals signed at Dubai Airshow 2023

The Dubai Airshow 2023 concluded with over $100 billion in aviation deals, including a record $52 billion order from Emirates for Boeing jets, and significant defense contracts.

Turkish parliament boycotts Nestle and Coke from menus over Israel support

Türkiye's parliament has ordered to remove Coca-Cola and Nestle products from its restaurants in response to their alleged support for Israel in the ongoing Israeli airstrikes on civilians in the Gaza Strip, a source told media citing an official statement issued on November 7.

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Tornado kills at least 5, causes widespread destruction in China’s industrial hub Guangzhou

The tornado's intensity was initially classified as level three, as reported by Xinhua news agency.