Monday, July 8, 2024

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Apple lost $200 billion in 2 days amid reports of iPhone ban in China

Apple faced a significant setback as its shares plummeted by 2.9% following the reports of China contemplating an expansion of its ban on the use of iPhones.

US warns North Korea would ‘pay a price’ if it supplies weapons to Russia

The US issued a stern warning to North Korea, saying it would "pay a price" if it proceeded with an arms deal with Russia, following reports of ongoing negotiations between the two countries.

China’s financial troubles mount: Real estate giant Evergrande files for bankruptcy

Amidst the escalating real estate crisis in China, Evergrande, a prominent player in the property sector, has sought bankruptcy protection in the United States aimed to safeguard its assets within the US while engaging in negotiations for an agreement with its creditors.

Pakistan suspends multi-billion dollar gas pipeline project with Iran, cites US sanctions 

Pakistan has postponed its multi-billion gas pipeline project with Iran until international sanctions on Iran are lifted, officials confirmed.

Saudi Arabia hosts peace talks to end Russia-Ukraine war

Kyiv and its allies are optimistic that these talks will establish essential principles for bringing an end to the war.

All you need to know about the futuristic Sphere in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is set to dazzle the world with its latest attraction, the MSG Sphere, a groundbreaking entertainment venue and the largest spherical building ever constructed

More than 3 million people displaced amidst Sudan conflict, says UN

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), on Wednesday, said over 3 million individuals have been forced to flee their homes in Sudan as a result of the ongoing conflict between rival armed factions.

Tesla and BYD hit record high sales in Q2 amid surge in demand for electric cars

Tesla, led by Elon Musk, exceeded expectations by delivering 466,140 cars globally, while BYD, China's leading car brand, achieved its best-ever quarter with 700,244 fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales.

US approves $5.6 billion sale of F-35 aircraft to Czech Republic

The U.S. State Department approved a sale to the Czech Republic of F-35 aircraft, munitions and related equipment worth up to $5.62 billion.

US and Canadian regulators to investigate Titan sub implosion and loss of five lives

Canadian and United States government authorities are starting a safety investigation following the conclusion that OceanGate’s Titan submersible suffered a “catastrophic implosion”, instantly killing all five passengers.

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Keir Starmer becomes UK’s new prime minister as Labour wins UK general election 2024

UK Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer has become prime minister of UK after a ceremonial meeting with King Charles III on July 5, 2024. Starmer has led Labour to secure a landslide victory in the UK’s 2024 general election to end 14 years of Conservative rule.