Market blaze in China leaves 8 dead, 15 hurt Posted on 04/01/2025 Authorities said the fire was doused just over an hour after it broke out at about 8.40am. (EPA Images pic) SHANGHAI: A fire at a vegetable market in China’s northern province of Hebei killed eight people and wounded 15, state television CCTV said today. Authorities were investigating the cause of the fire in the city of Zhangjiakou, which was doused just over an hour after it broke out at about 8.40am, the broadcaster added. Huge dark billows of smoke hung over the market in the city’s Qiaoxi district, videos posted by other media on China’s Weibo microblogging site showed, along with large flames. Identified as the Liguang vegetable market in some media, it opened in 2011 and sells items ranging from fruit and seafood to electronics, company data provider Qichacha said. News
Malaysia and Bahrain reaffirm commitment to progress and prosperity on 50th anniversary Posted on 23/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 — Marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Malaysia and Bahrain reaffirm their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across diverse sectors, aiming to foster a more prosperous and resilient future. In a joint statement released by their respective foreign ministries, Malaysia and Bahrain pledged to leverage… Read More
Mexican president warns Trump tariffs will kill jobs, hints at retaliation Posted on 27/11/2024 Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum warned that one tariff will lead to another, ultimately putting common businesses at risk. (EPA Images pic) MEXICO CITY: Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday warned US president-elect Donald Trump of dire economic consequences for both countries from tariffs and suggested possible retaliation following his threat… Read More
OpenAI chief ‘believes’ Musk will not abuse government power Posted on 05/12/2024 Sam Altman expressed confidence that Elon Musk wouldn’t exploit his ties to Donald Trump to harm rivals, calling it ‘profoundly un-American’ (AFP pic) NEW YORK: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed confidence Wednesday that Elon Musk would not use his proximity to Donald Trump to harm business rivals, calling such actions “profoundly… Read More