China’s top diplomat Wang Yi will begin a four-day visit to Russia for security talks on Monday, his foreign ministry said, the latest in a series of high-level visits and phone calls between the two countries. Read our liveblog for all the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2). Issued on: 18/09/2023 – 07:35Modified: 18/09/2023 – 09:15 4 min 9:05am: Ukraine says recaptured 7 square kilometres from Russian forces last…
"Chinese foreign minister to visit Russia for security talks"Author: Staff Reporter
Everyone makes mistakes in life, especially around their health. When you were younger you probably felt invincible, and didn’t consider what you were putting into your body when it came to eating food or drinking alcohol. Most people don’t drink enough water, or get enough sleep either. If you are looking to improve your health, then here are several top mistakes that you should avoid making. Not dealing with your stress levels If you want…
"Top Mistakes to Avoid If You Want Good Health"
Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Ki Kusomo says he has had a gift for seeing the future since he was a young boy. Growing up in the city of Indramayu, West Java, he would tell people what he believed lay ahead of them, from whether they could be involved in an accident to the chances that their marriage would end in divorce. From the age of five, when he often played in…
"Ki Kusomo’s dark arts behind bid to succeed Joko Widodo"
Mecho Autotech, a startup offering automotive spare parts, vehicle repairs and maintenance services, has raised a $2.4 million pre-Series A round. The firm targets the Nigerian market, where 90% of the country’s more than 12 million registered cars (mainly used) require regular maintenance to avoid recurring breakdowns. Its primary business connects vehicle owners (individuals and fleet owners) with workshops that handle vehicle repairs and maintenance. Retail consumers in Nigeria often have three alternatives for performing…
"Mecho Autotech raises $2.4M, ventures into wholesale spare parts distribution"
All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine. Kim confident Putin will achieve ‘great victory’ North Korea’s leader said Moscow will emerge victorious against its enemies, during an exceptional visit to Russia aimed at strengthening ties, especially military ones. ADVERTISEMENT Vladimir Putin is widely believed to want North Korean ammunition for his grinding invasion of Ukraine. However, any such arms deal has not been officially disclosed, at this stage. Pyongyang needs food to combat chronic…
"Ukraine war: Putin will achieve ‘great victory’, EU lifts sanctions, Russia drone wave attacks"
Our Guide to Classic Fall Accessories Written by: Amanda Chung | Published on: September 12, 2023 Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk We cover things we’re into and think you might be, too. If you purchase through an external link here, goop may earn a commission. Photo courtesy of Sandra Semburg Maybe you just noticed that your oft-complimented burgundy handbag somehow got scratched (sad!) or that your shearling-lined Birkenstocks are feeling less than plush lately (aw…). Or…
"Our Guide to Classic Fall Accessories"
Photo Credit: Pixabay In this article, we’ll explore the 30 Countries With the Highest Rate of Violent Crime. We won’t delve into an extensive analysis of violent crime statistics and how they affect business activity. Instead, let’s take a closer look at these nations and their challenges with violent crime. The National Institute of Justice defines violent crime as any crime involving harm or the threat of violence. These crimes include murder, rape, assault, kidnapping,…
"Countries With the Highest Rate of Violent Crime [Top 30 List]"
Torture perpetrated by Russian officers against Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war has reached such a level that it is clearly a systematic, state-endorsed policy, a United Nations expert on torture said Saturday. Witnesses shared accounts that were credible, said Alice Jill Edwards, the U.N. Special Rapporteur on torture, and that confirmed a consistent pattern of torture, including rape and beatings, in different detention facilities under Russian occupation and among Ukrainian soldiers captured by Russian…
"Russian Torture of Ukrainians Amounts to State Policy, Expert Says"
Following Huawei’s surprise launch of the seemingly 5G-capable Mate 60 and Mate 60 Pro smartphones last week, the Chinese firm has today unveiled two more devices: the Mate 60 Pro+ and the Mate X5 foldable. Huawei was largely limited to 4G connectivity on its handsets since the US sanctions, but with this latest wave of smartphone launches, the company has been intentionally secretive about its choice of radio. Sources told Engadget that these are indeed…
"Huawei’s new foldable provokes scrutiny over Chinese-made chips"
UNITED NATIONS – The U.N. goal of achieving gender equality by 2030 is impossible to attain because of deeply rooted biases against women around the world in heath, education, employment and the halls of power, the United Nations said in a report Thursday. “The world is failing women and girls,” UN Women, the agency promoting gender equality, and the U.N. Department of Economic and Social Affairs said in “The Gender Snapshot 2023” report. According to…
"Biases against women preventing global gender equality, UN says"