The real estate market in the United States has always been a gauge for economic health, a dreamland for investors, and a symbol of stability and the American Dream. However, the market has experienced unprecedented shifts and challenges, notably with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. For potential homebuyers and current homeowners, understanding these market… Continue reading The Current Real Estate Landscape in the United States
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Brigitte Macron to Be Subject of Biopic Series
France’s first lady Brigitte Macron will be the subject of a biopic series. Production company Gaumont said the six-part series, entitled Brigitte, a Free Woman, would trace the “storybook journey” of Emmanuel Macron’s wife. The series will start with the first meeting of the couple, one of the series writers said. Brigitte Macron first met… Continue reading Brigitte Macron to Be Subject of Biopic Series
Meghan Markle Unveils Her First Lifestyle Product
A first glimpse of the new business venture from Meghan Markle has been teased on social media, with pictures of a jar of strawberry jam. In a bid to preserve a sense of mystery, the jam from the new American Riviera Orchard brand seemed to be spread among friends and influencers. Fashion designer Tracy Robbins… Continue reading Meghan Markle Unveils Her First Lifestyle Product
Trump Trial: 63 Potential Jurors Say They Can’t Be Impartial
Court has wrapped up for the first day of Donald Trump’s long-awaited hush-money trial in New York. It marks the first time that a US president – former or current – has faced a criminal trial. Dozens of potential jurors have been excused after saying they cannot be impartial. Jury selection is expected to continue… Continue reading Trump Trial: 63 Potential Jurors Say They Can’t Be Impartial
Israel Prepares to Strike Back at Iran
Israel’s war cabinet has met to discuss its response to Iran’s unprecedented drone and missile attack. Israel did not make public whether a decision had been reached. Its allies have strongly condemned Iran’s actions, but urged Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to show restraint. While Iran has signalled it considers the matter closed, the Israeli military’s chief… Continue reading Israel Prepares to Strike Back at Iran
Iran-Israel Attack: US Warns Israel that It Won’t Support Counterattack on Iran
The US has warned Israel that it will not participate in any retaliatory strikes on Iran, senior White House officials have said. Over 300 drones and missiles were fired at Israel overnight, which Iran said was in response to an April 1 strike on its consulate in Syria. Almost all weapons were shot down by… Continue reading Iran-Israel Attack: US Warns Israel that It Won’t Support Counterattack on Iran
Iran-Israel Attack: President Joe Biden Praises American Forces for Taking Down Nearly All Drones
President Joe Biden has praised American forces who he said “helped Israel take down nearly all” drones and missiles launched by Iran on April 13. In a statement, he said the US had moved aircraft and warships to the region before the unprecedented attack. “I condemn these attacks in the strongest possible terms,” the president… Continue reading Iran-Israel Attack: President Joe Biden Praises American Forces for Taking Down Nearly All Drones
Iran Launches Hundreds of Drones at Israel in Retaliatory Attack
Iran has launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel in a retaliatory attack, the Iranian military says. Sirens and loud explosions are heard as Israel’s air defences intercept objects from the sky. As air raid sirens ring out, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have told Israeli civilians that they may hear blasts. “The Aerial… Continue reading Iran Launches Hundreds of Drones at Israel in Retaliatory Attack
OJ Simpson Dies Aged 76
OJ Simpson, the former NFL star turned actor who was controversially cleared of double murder, has died aged 76. San Francisco-born Orenthal James Simpson rose to fame in college before playing in the NFL. In 1995, he was acquitted of the murder of his former wife Nicole Brown and her friend in a trial that… Continue reading OJ Simpson Dies Aged 76
Vietnam: Real Estate Tycoon Truong My Lan Sentenced to Death for 44BN Fraud
Truong My Lan, a 67-year-old Vietnamese property developer, was sentenced to death on April 11 for looting one of the country’s largest banks over a period of 11 years. It was the most spectacular trial ever held in Vietnam, befitting one of the greatest bank frauds the world has ever seen. It’s a rare verdict… Continue reading Vietnam: Real Estate Tycoon Truong My Lan Sentenced to Death for 44BN Fraud
Donald Trump Shares Video of Truck Showing Hog-Tied Joe Biden
Donald Trump has been criticized by Joe Biden’s campaign team for sharing a video on social media featuring a truck bearing the image of the president with his hands and feet tied together. The Biden campaign team accused the former president of “regularly inciting political violence” ahead of November’s election. A spokesman for the Trump… Continue reading Donald Trump Shares Video of Truck Showing Hog-Tied Joe Biden
Happy Easter! Ceremonies Take Place Worldwide to Mark Most Important Festival in Christian Calendar
Ceremonies have been taking place across the world to mark the most important festival in the Christian calendar – Easter. Jesus was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the Bible says, days after dying on the cross on Good Friday. It is traditional for many to attend services on Saturday evening. A day after pulling out of… Continue reading Happy Easter! Ceremonies Take Place Worldwide to Mark Most Important Festival in Christian Calendar
10 Team Building Ideas for Understanding the Team Better
At a time when there’s an increase in the available workload in most of the companies, multiple Teams Building Ideas play a vital role in fostering collaboration, communication, and understanding within a team. By coming up with such ideas, you can develop close relationships, mutual trust, and the ability to work well together. However, if… Continue reading 10 Team Building Ideas for Understanding the Team Better
First Ever Dragon Ball Theme Park to Be Built in Saudi Arabia
A theme park based on the famed Japanese animated series Dragon Ball will be built in Saudi Arabia. The announcement sparked mixed reactions from fans. The park will feature a 230ft dragon at its center and at least 30 rides, the company behind the project says. It would be the world’s first such attraction based… Continue reading First Ever Dragon Ball Theme Park to Be Built in Saudi Arabia
Moscow Concert Attack: Two Suspects Charged with Act of Terrorism
Two of four suspects that carried out the attack in a Moscow concert hall that killed at least 137 people have been charged in Russia. Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev and Saidakrami Murodali Rachabalizoda were pictured in a Moscow court as they faced a charge of committing an act of terrorism. Islamic State has said it carried out… Continue reading Moscow Concert Attack: Two Suspects Charged with Act of Terrorism
Moscow Attack: At Least 133 Killed as Gunmen Open Fire at Music Venue
At least 133 people were killed and more than 140 injured when gunmen attacked a packed concert venue on the outskirts of Moscow on March 22, Russia says. A large fire engulfed the roof of Moscow’s Crocus City Hall and dramatic video shows panicked concertgoers taking cover as shots and explosions ring out. President Vladimir… Continue reading Moscow Attack: At Least 133 Killed as Gunmen Open Fire at Music Venue
Kate Middleton Diagnosed with Cancer, Undergoing Chemotherapy
Kate Middleton has announced that she is in the early stages of cancer treatment. In a video statement, The Princess of Wales says it was a “huge shock” after an “incredibly tough couple of months”. Details of the cancer have not been disclosed, but Kensington Palace says it is confident the princess will make a… Continue reading Kate Middleton Diagnosed with Cancer, Undergoing Chemotherapy
Russia Elections: Putin Wins Fifth Term as President by a Landslide of 87%
Vladimir Putin wins a fifth term as Russian president by a landslide of 87%, according to Russian exit polls. Putin faced no credible opposition candidate as the Kremlin tightly controls Russia’s political system, media and elections. Germany called it a “pseudo-election”, while the US said the vote was “obviously not free nor fair”. Ukraine’s President… Continue reading Russia Elections: Putin Wins Fifth Term as President by a Landslide of 87%
House Passes TikTok Ban Bill
The House of Representatives has passed a landmark bill that could see TikTok banned in America. The bill would give the social media giant’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, six months to sell its controlling stake or the app will be blocked in the US. While the bill passed overwhelmingly in a bipartisan vote, it still… Continue reading House Passes TikTok Ban Bill
Trump Georgia Case: Judge Dismisses Some Criminal Charges
Judge Scott McAfee, who oversaw an election interference case against Donald Trump in Georgia, has thrown out some criminal charges, but left most in place. The judge found six counts in the 41-count indictment against Donald Trump and some of his co-defendants, including Rudy Giuliani, lacked detail. But he said the charges can be refiled… Continue reading Trump Georgia Case: Judge Dismisses Some Criminal Charges
SU7: Xiaomi Starts Electric Car Sales
Xiaomi has announced that it will start deliveries of its first electric vehicle (EV) this month – its first ever foray into the competitive automotive industry. The car’s price is expected to be announced on March 28. The Chinese technology giant says it has 59 stores in 29 cities around the country to take orders.… Continue reading SU7: Xiaomi Starts Electric Car Sales
US Inflation Rate Tops Forecasts for a Second Month
The US inflation rate picked up in February, as prices for petrol and housing pushed higher. According to the Labor Department, he annual rate, which measures the pace of price increases, was 3.2% in February, up from 3.1% in January. Airfare, car insurance and clothing were among the items driving the increase over the month.… Continue reading US Inflation Rate Tops Forecasts for a Second Month
Oscars 2024: Oppenheimer Scoops Seven Awards
Cillian Murphy has become the first Irish-born winner of the best actor award, as Oppenheimer swept the Oscars. Oppenheimer dominated proceedings, winning best picture, best director for Christopher Nolan, and best supporting actor for Robert Downey Jr. Cillian Murphy was named best leading actor for his acclaimed portrayal of theoretical physicist J Robert Oppenheimer. The… Continue reading Oscars 2024: Oppenheimer Scoops Seven Awards
Oscars 2024: Full List of Winners and Nominees
The 96th Academy Awards took place on March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Here is the full list of winners, as well as all the nominees. Best picture Best actress Best actor Best supporting actress Best supporting actor Best director Best original song Best original score Best adapted screenplay Best… Continue reading Oscars 2024: Full List of Winners and Nominees
Sweden Officially Becomes 32nd Member of NATO
Sweden has officially become the 32nd state to join NATO after it completed its accession process in Washington. The handover of documents took place at a ceremony two years after Sweden applied to join the military alliance following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson said that “unity and solidarity” would be Sweden’s… Continue reading Sweden Officially Becomes 32nd Member of NATO