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Munich shooting: Police gun down man carrying ‘long gun’ near Israeli consulate

German police on Thursday (Sep 5) gunned down an armed man near the Israeli Consulate in Munich, following an exchange of fire. The attacker, carrying a “long gun”, had first opened fire on police officers in the Karolinenplatz area, near downtown Munich at around 9:00 am local time.

Israel-Hamas War: Inspiring story of Gazan teen Youssef Saad fulfilling his childhood passion

Braving the constant threat of airstrikes and bombings, 15-year-old Youssef Saad, sings for children who have endured daily horrors in 11 months of conflict, trying to offer them a little joy or distraction.

BMW to launch first hydrogen-powered car in 2028

German automaker BMW has announced its intention to bring its first hydrogen-powered vehicle to market in 2028. The company plans to utilise fuel cell technology developed in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corp, marking a significant step forward in its commitment to sustainable mobility.

GM to launch first ethanol-capable hybrid-flex vehicles in Brazil

General Motors has announced plans to produce its first-ever hybrid-flex vehicles in Brazil, marking a significant step towards expanding its sustainable transportation options in the country.

US Elections 2024: Trump campaign slam Amazon for pro-Harris bias

US election season is about to start, With parties and politically motivated people employing different strategies and tactics to influence potential voters, an unlikely tool has been accused of being biased towards a particular US presidential candidate. Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa is under scrutiny for providing different responses for why one should vote for Donald Trump versus Kamala Harris.

Germany offers tax incentives to boost EV sales

The German government's recent decision to introduce significant tax benefits for electric vehicles (EVs) is a strategic move aimed at stimulating sales, promoting environmental sustainability, and supporting the country's automotive industry.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia warns US against crossing 'red lines'

Russia has ruled out any peace talks with Ukraine and this comes amid Kyiv raising pressure on the Kremlin by claiming fresh advances in its offensive into Russian territory. Watch in for more details.

Nissan unveils seventh-generation patrol in Abu Dhabi

In an Abu Dhabi event, Nissan officially introduced the seventh iteration of its iconic Patrol SUV. The royal family graced the occasion. Amongst others who witnessed the event were VIPs, Nissan executives, dealers, partners, media representatives, customers, and employees.

Grenfell Tower tragedy final report lays blame on companies, authorities; key takeaways

The Grenfell Tower fire resulted in the loss of 72 lives, a tragedy attributed to failures by the government and the construction industry, as revealed in a damning final report.

Social media creator who got ‘TRUMP’ tattoo on forehead now wants to remove it

A social media influencer who made headlines for tattooing ‘TRUMP’ across her forehead is now regretting her decision. She didn’t expect the backlash and hate she received when she thought about supporting former United States President Donald Trump in the upcoming elections.

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin says he is 'open to mediation'

The Russian President Vladimir Putin says he is ready for talks with Ukraine on the basis of an aborted deal between Moscow and Kyiv negotiators that was reached in Istanbul in 2022. Watch in for more details!

US Navy warship commander relieved of duty months after rifle scope mishap went viral

Months after a photo of Cameron Yaste, commander of the destroyer USS John McCain, went viral and landed him in trouble, he has been relieved of duty, according to an official statement from the US Navy.

Nine weeks after the elections, Michel Barnier becomes France's Prime Minister

French President Emmanuel Macron appointed Michel Barnier, the European Union's former Brexit negotiator, as his new prime minister on Thursday, in a bid to put an end to political paralysis following an inconclusive snap election.

Rishabh Pant realises Bangladesh threat, says ‘cannot afford to underestimate any team'

Ace India keeper-batter Rishabh Pant acknowledges Bangladesh’s rise after their maiden series win over Pakistan, admitting India is not taking them lightly. As India and Bangladesh face off in two Tests starting September 19 in Chennai, Pant downplays discounting Bangladesh, saying because the pressure is so much more in international cricket, no one can afford to underestimate any opposition.

Kolkata horror: RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh ‘ordered urgent renovation’ after incident

The West Bengal chapter of India’s national ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday (Sep 5) alleged that the ex-principal of Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where the dead body of a junior doctor was found, ordered an urgent renovation near the crime site.

Drunk passenger tries to enter cockpit mid-air, says 'I will take the controls'

Passengers on a British airline got a massive scare mid-air when a drunk passenger tried to enter the cockpit. An easyJet flight headed to the Greek party island of Kos was forced to make an emergency landing on Tuesday after horror unfolded at 30,000 feet in the air.

US Elections 2024: Trump campaign slam Amazon for pro-Harris bias

US election season is about to start, With parties and politically motivated people employing different strategies and tactics to influence potential voters, an unlikely tool has been accused of being biased towards a particular US presidential candidate. Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa is under scrutiny for providing different responses for why one should vote for Donald Trump versus Kamala Harris.

Indian Coast Guard and Navy assets intensify search for helicopter captain 

Six ships, four of the Indian Coast Guard and two of the Indian Navy, are carrying out a search and rescue operation to locate the captain of a missing Indian Coast Guard helicopter, which hard landed at sea during the late hours of Monday, September 2nd, off the Gujarat Coast.

US creators react to DOJ's allegations of Russian propaganda in 2024 elections; call themselves 'victims'

Three well-known podcasters have denied any involvement or prior knowledge about a US company which hosted their content and had allegedly received close to $10 million from Russian state media workers, aiming to sway the 2024 presidential election.