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Gunman killed, three cops injured following shooting near Israeli embassy in Jordan

A man was shot dead and three police personnel were injured following gunfire early Sunday (Nov 24) near the Israeli embassy in Jordan's capital city of Amman. Citing state media, a report by the news agency AFP said that the Public Security Directorate dealt with an incident of gunfire at a patrol operating in the Rabiah area in Amman.

Donald Trump taps Brooke Rollins for agriculture secretary: 'Ready to make agriculture great again'

US President-elect Donald Trump has named Brooke Rollins, president of the America First Policy Institute, as his choice for agriculture secretary. “As our next Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke will spearhead the effort to protect American Farmers, who are truly the backbone of our Country,” said the US president-elect in a statement, highlighting the significance of her appointment.

Singapore's Orchard Road Gets A Revamp

Singapore’s Orchard Road, Once Synonymous With Luxury Retail And High-end Shopping, Is Undergoing A Transformation As The City-state Embraces New Economic Trends And Shifts In Consumer Behavior. The Stretch, A 2.2 Km-long Hub, Has Seen Much Of Its Activity Concentrated In The Middle, While Older Malls At The Periphery, Such As The Far East Shopping Center, Struggle With Low Foot Traffic And Vacancies.

Imran Khan’s PTI tones down planned Nov 24 protests as authorities lock down Islamabad

The capital city of Pakistan is under strict lockdown: Roads have been blocked, internet services partially suspended, public transport halted and heavy security deployed.

BGT 2024-25: Explained | How Perth pitch suddenly became easier to bat on day 2

India are sitting on top at the moment in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test after taking a 200-plus-run lead in Perth. India didn't lose a single wicket on Saturday (Nov 23) - the second day of the Test after being all-out for 150 on day 1 itself within two sessions.

How Female Billionaires Are Changing Philanthropy

Women Are Increasingly Reshaping The Landscape Of Global Wealth And Philanthropy, With Their Influence Expanding Rapidly In The Billionaire Class. Currently, 13% Of The World’s Billionaires Are Women— Right Now That Number Stands Around 431 In Total—a Number That Has Grown Steadily Over The Past Decade. This Surge In Female Billionaires Is Driven By A Combination Of Entrepreneurship, Shifting Cultural Attitudes, And, Most Notably, Inheritances. In Fact, Three-quarters Of Female Billionaires Inherited A Portion Of Their Wealth, And 38% Inherited Their Entire Fortune

Thousands protest across France after Gisele Pelicot's mass rape trial triggers nation

Thousands of people took to the streets in major French cities against violence targeting women as the case of a 71-year-old woman came in limelight this year, who was raped by nearly 50 men for years.

Maharashtra election results 2024: Full list of winners and their constituencies

Maharashtra election results 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti coalition has hailed victory in the Indian state of Maharashtra's Assembly elections.

Steve Jobs' Mantra For Success At Work

In This Segment, We Spotlight Timeless Lessons From Iconic Business Leaders Like Steve Jobs, Whose Entrepreneurial Mindset Redefined Success. From Embracing Risks To Trusting Your Vision, Learn How Persistence, Passion, And Innovation Can Lead To Lasting Success.

Learning Leadership From Top Business Leaders

This Next Segment Is Designed To Inspire, Motivate, And Lead You Toward A Future Where Great Leadership Isn’t Just A Title—it’s A Responsibility To Listen, Learn, And Empower Others.

Hedge Fund Chief Scott Bessent Is Trump's Pick

Donald Trump Nominates Hedge Fund Chief Scott Bessent To Lead U.S. Treasury. The President-elect Has Enlisted A Trusted Advisor To Oversee The Massive Economic Reforms He Has Promised To Implement During His Second Term In Office.

BGT 2024-25, Perth Test: India pacer Harshit Rana reveals Jasprit Bumrah's influence on debut performance

Harshit Rana revealed that Jasprit Bumrah's performance with the ball on day 1 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test charged everyone up after India were bowled out for 150 in the first innings in Perth.

Supermarket Brands Gear Up For Consumer Cravings

Let's Now Peek Into Your Supermarket Cart In 2025 To Reveal The Hottest Trends, As Top Brands Shake Things Up. From Nostalgic Flavors With A Modern Twist To Bold New Brews And Quick-fix Sauces, Next Year’s Grocery Game Is All About Comfort And Convenience. Take A Look At This Next Report For More..

From picking Vance to blocking Pompeo, Trump junior is calling shots in US transition process

A power transition is underway in the US as President-elect Donald Trump pieces together what is being described by Western media as the most controversial cabinet in the country’s history.

America’s Growing Dependence On Imports

The United States Has Seen A Long-term Decline In Its Fruit And Vegetable Production, With A Corresponding Drop In The Number Of Farms Dedicated To These Crops. Despite Having Nearly A Billion Acres Of Farmland And A Population Of 330 Million, The Country Increasingly Relies On Imports To Meet Its Food Demands. This Trend Is Particularly Notable In Fresh Produce, With 60% Of Fruits And 38% Of Vegetables Being Imported, Mainly From Mexico.

Davis Cup organisers hit back on Rafael Nadal retirement ceremony critics

Davis Cup organisers said tennis superstar Rafael Nadal had the retirement ceremony that he wanted this week in Malaga, despite some criticism of the event from people close to the player.