EU privacy watchdog suggested that Meta platforms and other major online platforms should provide users with the choice to use their services for free, without the inclusion of targeted advertising.
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Philippines Wants US, Japan to Fund Freight Railway Project After It Drops Funding Talks With China
The Philippines is seeking alternative financing deals for a freight railway project after funding talks with China were dropped.
Japan Develops AI Tool That Analyzes Employee Data, Predicts When Worker Will Quit Job
Japanese researchers have developed an AI tool that can analyze employee data and accurately predict when recruits are likely to quit their jobs.
China Shows Heavy Support for Hong Kong Economy After Pressuring the Country to Enact New Security Law
China pledged increased support for Hong Kong's economy after enacting a new security law, which Human Rights activists condemned for silencing political dissents against China.
US Committee Reveals Secret Brazil Court Orders to Elon Musk's X Regarding Account Suspensions
A US congressional committee revealed classified Brazilian court rulings suspending accounts on the social media platform X, providing insight into choices that have sparked accusations about suspected censorship by the firm and its billionaire owner, Elon Musk.
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The investigation conducted by Which? uncovered cases where labels inaccurately portrayed product origins as British, despite containing ingredients sourced from overseas.
A heartbreaking video captures the somber moment of an Australian farmer preparing a mass grave for 3000 sheep, shedding light on a significant concern.
IMF urges $42 billion aid for Ukraine amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling it a barrier to growth; G7 proposes using seized Russian assets.
NATO and the EU urge the G7 to boost Ukraine's defense amid fears of Russian advantage. Iran-Israel tensions necessitated calls for tighter sanctions.
Marina Bay Sands (MBS) reported a surge in profits by 51.5% to $811.4 million in the first quarter of 2024, which coincided with the increase in casino revenue to $859 million from $593 million the previous year.
A spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said the US petition against its maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors is full of baseless allegations that impede trade and investment.
The Biden Administration is anticipated to lift tariff exemptions on bifacial solar panels in response to a petition spearheaded by Qcells, a company that has made a significant investment in US manufacturing.
Several Google employees were arrested on Tuesday following their sit-in protests at the company's offices in New York City and California.
The Anaheim City Council has given the green light to Disneyland Forward, the Walt Disney Company's ambitious plan to expand its iconic theme park.
