June2021

Work-from-home restrictions were reimposed in Moscow on Monday as Russia tried to contain a deadly coronavirus wave fuelled by the Delta variant, while several Asian nations also tightened curbs to contain growing outbreaks. While many wealthy...

The US Pacific territory of Guam will offer visitors a Covid-19 vaccination with their tropical holiday, in a bid to restart its struggling tourism industry. Dubbed ‘Air V&V’ — vacation and vaccination — the programme is...

Oracle expanded its commitment to sustainability by pledging to power its global operations, both its facilities and its cloud, with 100% renewable energy by 2025. “Relying on renewable energy is an important step toward a more sustainable...

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) today launched a photography book titled “Golden Jubilee of Golden Bengal” marking the 50 Years of US- Bangladesh Friendship. US Ambassador to Bangladesh Earl R. Miller, USAID Mission Director...

Iran has drones capable of flying 7,000 kilometres (more than 4,000 miles), the commander of its Revolutionary Guard force said on Sunday. “We have drones which can fly 7,000 kilometres, without a pilot, and land back...

A shooting in New York’s bustling Times Square on Sunday injured a 21-year-old bystander, police said, in the latest incident of gun violence in the Big Apple. The man was struck in the back by a...

Rising high beyond an ancient Roman arena in Arles, a tall, twisted tower created by Frank Gehry shimmers in the sun, the latest futuristic addition to this southern French city known for its World Heritage sites....

At least seven people were killed and 50 others injured in a blast that took place in the city’s Moghbazar area this evening. “So far, we have learned that seven buildings were affected in Sharma House...

Israel said Sunday it would allow fuel for electricity production to resume to Gaza, the latest in a series of steps to loosen a stranglehold imposed during last month’s conflict. “The decision was made following a...

Israel has serious objections to the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCOPA), an agreement reached with six world powers, including the United States, on the control of Iran’s nuclear program. Israeli Foreign Minister...