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Sweden to increase grants for immigrants who agree to go home

Sweden government to has promised to increase grants for immigrants who choose to leave the country. Watch to know more.

Actor Darshan shows middle finger to media from prison, netizens react | Watch

Actor Darshan Thoogudeepa is currently imprisoned over his alleged involvement in the murder of Renuka Swamy. On Thursday, Darshan was brought out of the Bellary prison, and during his few minutes of appearance, the actor made sure to dominate the headlines with his objectionable gesture towards the photographers standing outside the prison.

BJP misused central agencies to keep Kejriwal in jail: AAP reacts to Delhi CM getting bail in excise case

Just hours after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was on Friday (Sept 13) granted bail by the Indian Supreme Court in the Delhi excise policy case, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led government in the national capital said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) misused agencies to keep Kejriwal in prison.

France: PM Michel Barnier says new government next week

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier said on Wednesday that he will name his government next week. President Emmanuel Macron last Thursday chose Barnier, a 73-year-old conservative and former Brexit negotiator, to lead the government after two months of political turmoil following snap elections that saw no party winning an outright majority in parliament.

No more 9 to 5: Employees are now unofficially changing work hours to 10 to 4, data shows

In the ever-changing landscape of workplace etiquette, one major shift that we saw in the post-pandemic world was the focus on the flexibility of working at your own pace, at your own place.

Shane Warne’s Birthday: Daughter Brooke pens heartfelt note, sends ‘heavenly greetings’ to late father

Australian great Shane Warne’s daughter, Brooke Warne, sent her late father ‘heavenly greetings’ on his 55th birthday. Taking to her Instagram account, Brooke wished her father by sharing a heartfelt note and childhood pictures of both.

UK crime minister's bag gets stolen as conference on rising theft

Britain's police and crime minister had her bag stolen at a conference for senior and midranking police officers where she spoke about the growing problem of theft and shoplifting.

BTS' RM donates $74,600 to support veterans on his 30th birthday

K-pop band BTS member RM, born Kim Namjoon, has made a huge donation to the "Everyone's Veterans Dream" project to mark his 30th birthday. On Thursday, he pledged 100 million won (approximately $74,600) to the project as part of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs' Uniform Worker Appreciation Campaign.

Raging forest fires spread in Ecuador

Part of a forest on the tourist hill of El Panecillo, In the historic center of Quito, was engulfed in flames, due to a forest fire which has caused alarm among residents.

PM Modi: Air travel to be more inclusive and affordable in India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the growth potential of the country's aviation sector, saying air travel has become inclusive and affordable with the regional connectivity scheme as more people are travelling by air from smaller cities.

US interest payments on national debt top $1 trillion

This is a historic financial milestone whereby interest payments on the US government's national debt finally surpassed $1 trillion for the first time, according to a recent report from the Treasury Department.

Climate change intensifying tropical cyclones

The death toll due to typhoon Yagi in Vietnam has risen to 226. Water levels are gradually receding and pressure has eased in the capital Hanoi. Typhoon Yagi was the strongest storm to hit Asia this year. Here's a report on why the world is witnessing such a spike in tropical cyclones.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal granted bail by Supreme Court in excise policy case

The Supreme Court has granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who has been in jail for the past six months in connection with the alleged Delhi Excise policy case. This follows an earlier temporary bail granted two months ago, just ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.

Sheikh Hasina 'close enough' to return home quickly, leaked phone call suggests

A leaked phone call allegedly between former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina and a man named Tanvir has stirred controversy in political circles, Dhaka Tribune reported.

Those who deliberately lose..: Former Pakistan cricketer BLASTS Shoaib Malik, accuses him of match-fixing

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has blasted Shoaib Malik's appointment as the mentor of Stallions in the Champions One-Day Cup, a team being led by Mohammad Haris.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian women take the wheel amid crisis

Companies in Ukraine have started hiring more women in traditionally male-dominated roles and are turning to teenagers, students and older workers.

Russia expels six British diplomats over alleged 'spying and sabotage'

Russia said on Friday (September 13) that it had cancelled the accreditation of six British diplomats stationed in Moscow, alleging their actions showed signs of "spying and sabotage," according to the Russian FSB security service.

Israel-Hamas War: 'Palestinian economy in free-fall', UN urges action

The Palestinian economy is experiencing a severe downturn, according to a United Nations report released on Thursday. Production in Gaza has plummeted to one-sixth of its previous level following Israel's military response to the October 7 attacks.

Northvolt's challenges raise concerns about future of Europe's battery industry

Northvolt, once considered Europe's most promising homegrown electric vehicle battery manufacturer, is facing significant challenges that have led to a strategic restructuring.