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Amazon targets mass hiring with AI agents, ‘humorphism’ push

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:54:00 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, California: Amazon is accelerating its push into artificial intelligence with new tools designed to automate large-scale hiring, as it bets on so-called "agentic" software that can mimic human decision-making while reducing the need for direct human involvement.

At an event on April 27, the company introduced a hiring platform called Connect Talent to help businesses recruit large numbers of worke

US sentiment drops to record low despite Iran ceasefire

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:41:12 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. consumer confidence fell to its lowest level on record in April, as rising energy costs linked to the Iran war continued to weigh on household sentiment despite a ceasefire.

The University of Michigan's Surveys of Consumers said its Consumer Sentiment Index dropped to a final reading of 49.8, down from 53.3 in March. Although slightly higher than the preliminary reading of 47.6 earlier in

India expanded crude sourcing to 41 countries, shielded consumers during energy crisis: Hardeep Singh Puri

Fri, 01 May 2026 23:09:24 GMT

Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 2 (ANI): Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday said India expanded its crude oil sourcing base to 41 countries from 27 earlier, as part of efforts to strengthen energy security during the global energy crisis.

'What has happened during this energy crisis in India, it happened because the Govt absorbed the shock at the fiscal system level rather than

West Asia tensions: Govt keeps petrol, diesel, LPG prices unchanged amid supply concerns

Fri, 01 May 2026 22:02:31 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The government on Friday said retail fuel prices will remain unchanged and supply of petrol, diesel and domestic LPG continues to be stable, even as it takes multiple steps to manage disruptions arising from the evolving situation in West Asia.

'Retail pump prices of Petrol, Diesel and domestic LPG (14.2 kg cylinders meant for regular household use) have been kept unchanged,' the M

China-Europe tourism to further develop in quality, for mutual benefits, ETC CEO says

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:15:12 GMT

Santander said China-Europe tourism cooperation has made solid progress in recent years, with air connectivity recovering strongly and payment solutions improving.

BRUSSELS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- China is a strategic market for European tourism, both in scale and value, Eduardo Santander, CEO of the European Travel Commission (ETC), has said in a recent written interview with Xinhua.

Santander

"Unacceptable" says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin on LPG price hike

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:11:38 GMT

Tamil Nadu [India], May 1 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday criticised the recent increase in LPG prices as 'unacceptable', alleging that the Union Government led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has failed to pass on the benefits of falling global crude oil prices to consumers and is instead burdening the public after elections.

He said the price revision of LPG cylinders immediately after

Hero MotoCorp reports 5.52 lakh retail sales in April; dispatches rise to 5.66 lakh units

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:09:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Hero MotoCorp on Friday reported its domestic retail sales at 5,52,713 units in April 2026, based on VAHAN registrations, indicating a growth of about 8 per cent, according to the company press release.

The company also reported total dispatches to dealers rising to 5,66,086 units in April 2026, driven by robust domestic demand and growth across segments, according to the release.<

Bulgaria Marks May 1 Labor Day

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:06:00 GMT

Labor Day on May 1 is a public holiday in Bulgaria and remains one of the most widely observed dates in the country's annual calendar. It marks international workers? solidarity and is traditionally associated with labor rights, public gatherings, and political messaging. In Bulgaria, the day carries both historical weight and modern social relevance, reflecting changes in the country's economy and workforce over the p

India auto retail sees broad-based growth in April; Two-wheelers lead surge: Goldman Sachs

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:53:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): India's auto retail market in April saw broad-based strength across key segments, including two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles, noted a report by Goldman Sachs.

According to the report, two-wheeler (2W) volumes rose 14 per cent year-on-year in April, outperforming passenger vehicles (cars), which grew 11 per cent during the same period. On a three-month rolli

UPI hits record scale: 24,162 crore transactions worth Rs 314 lakh crore in FY26

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:37:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): UPI clocks 24,162 crore transactions worth Rs 314 lakh crore in FY26, according to a press release by the government, underscoring the continued scale and adoption of India's flagship digital payments platform.

The data highlights the growing reliance on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) across urban, semi-urban, and rural regions, driven by ease of use, interoperability, and expand

"Voted on April 29, price hike on May 1": Congress' Manickam Tagore slams Centre over commercial LPG price hike

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:07:28 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 1 (ANI): Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Friday said the Centre raised commercial Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder prices immediately after polling ended on April 29, calling it a deliberate move and 'not a coincidence but a pattern'.

He said the price rise would impact small businesses like restaurants and tea shops.

In a post on X, Tagore wrote, 'Voted on April 29. P

Fuel prices to remain steady for consumers despite excise duty revisions by Government, says IOC

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:28:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Indian government revised central excise duties on petrol and diesel, but retail prices for consumers will remain unchanged, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) said on Friday in a press release.

In three notifications issued on Thursday, the Ministry of Finance set the central excise duty on petrol at Rs 23 per litre and on diesel at Rs 33 per litre, effective from May 1, 2026. The g

UPI completes 10 years; emerges as world's largest real-time payments platform, anchoring India's digital economy

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:42:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): The Unified Payments Interface (UPI), launched on April 11, 2016 by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) under the regulatory oversight of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has emerged as the backbone of India's digital payments ecosystem and a critical driver of financial inclusion.

Over a decade of operations, UPI has demonstrated extraordinary scale and momentum. Ann

"Speak only Marathi": Raj Thackeray pushes language assertion, slams divisive attempts

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:37:39 GMT

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI): Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday urged Maharashtra people to be more 'assertive' about the Marathi language, alleging that there have been 'deliberate attempts' to prevent Marathi-speaking people from uniting.

Speaking at an event organised by Vasant Vyakhyanmala in Pune, Thackeray said that despite Marathi being granted 'Abhijaat' (classica

TRENDS unveils 'This Holiday, Trend It' campaign, offering first-of-its-kind interactive contest to consumers

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:25:34 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 30 (ANI): TRENDS, one of India's leading fashion retail chains, has unveiled an exciting new consumer campaign, 'This Holiday, Trend It', offering customers a unique opportunity to turn their shopping experience into an unforgettable vacation.

Blending fashion, creativity, and technology, the campaign invites shoppers across India to participate in a first-of-its-kind interact

Duke announces streaming partnership with Amazon

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:55:15 GMT

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Duke is launching a pioneering partnership with Amazon that includes streaming three men's basketball games next season on Prime Video.

Amazon's first foray into broadcasting live college sports will feature the Blue Devils' games against UConn on Nov. 25 in Las Vegas, reigning national champion Michigan at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Dec. 21, and Gonzag

Reliance Retail acquires Priyanka Chopra Jonas's haircare brand Anomaly

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:35:53 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): Reliance Retail Limited (RRL) announced on Thursday the acquisition of Anomaly, the global haircare brand founded by actor and entrepreneur Priyanka Chopra Jonas. According to Reliance Retail, the transaction includes the full purchase of the brand's trademarks, brand assets, and digital properties.

This acquisition marks a formal expansion of the beauty portfolio managed by Re

Rising temperatures spark comeback for India's consumer durables sector: Report

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:10:20 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 30 (ANI): India's consumer durables, electricals and EMS sector is poised for a gradual recovery after a volatile start to the summer season, with demand momentum improving sharply in recent weeks amid rising temperatures, according to a report by Nuvama Institutional Equities.

The report highlights that while early 2026 demand remained uneven, impacted by regional slowdowns, recent heat

Financier Blames Greedy Traders for Driving Inflation in Bulgaria

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Bulgarian FinancierLevon Hampartzoumian criticized the effectiveness of state efforts to ease price pressures, commenting on the closure of government-backed stands dubbed "People Shop" offering cheaper goods. In his view, the initiative had limited impact from the outset. ??People Shop? is not a large-scale scheme? with a budget of 10 million leva, nothing substantial can be achieved,? he said, suggesting that only a

Korea's industrial output, retail sales, facility investment gain ground in March

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:09:19 GMT

SEOUL, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Industrial output, retail sales and facility investment in the Republic of Korea all recorded monthly gains in March, according to official data released on Thursday.

This marked the first time since last September that all three indicators posted on-month growth, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Industrial production edged up 0.3 percent last month, marking the second consecuti

RAM and infrastructure lending to drive growth as Indian Bank targets 95% digital transactions, says MD Binod Kumar

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:40:57 GMT

Chennai (Tamil Nadu),[India], April 29 (ANI): Indian Bank will continue to focus on Retail, Agriculture and MSME (RAM) alongside infrastructure lending as key growth drivers, while scaling up digital adoption to reach 95% of transactions, said Binod Kumar, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the bank.

'RAM will remain our focus area because RAM is still, believe, this country, you see total debt to G

Dhan Launches 'Gold Vaults', Introduces Secure Bullion Storage for Retail Investors

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:40:15 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 29 (ANI): With the aim of allowing every Indian investor to buy physical gold and silver at live prices traded on stock exchanges, Dhan on Wednesday announced the launch of 'Gold Vault' at an event in Mumbai.

According to Dhan, this is a first-of-its-kind investment product where the investor has control over the bullion's rate, purity, ownership, and safekeeping.

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Auto LPG sales increase 100% in April; Domestic supply remains stable despite West Asia crisis: Govt

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:28:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Auto LPG sales in the country recorded a surge of nearly 100 per cent in April compared to the start of the year, even as the government maintained steady domestic supplies despite the ongoing geopolitical crisis in West Asia.

Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery) in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, while addressing an inter-ministerial brief

LPG under-recoveries may hit Rs 80,000 crore in FY2027 amid West Asia disruptions: ICRA

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:31:14 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): LPG under-recoveries of oil marketing companies (OMCs) are likely to surge to around Rs 80,000 crore in FY2027 if current trends persist, as supply disruptions and elevated global prices linked to the West Asia conflict continue to strain India's downstream energy sector, ICRA noted in a webinar.

'The stable pump prices for auto fuels amid elevated crude oil prices are impacting

Indian airlines seek government help on jet fuel prices

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:52:31 GMT

The main carriers say the current pricing mechanism is creating an imbalance and rendering flight networks unviable

Indian airline companies have sought government help as surging jet fuel prices threaten commercial viability.

The Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA) - an industry body that represents the top carriers, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet - said in a letter that "urgent

Surging gold prices shift global demand from jewellery to investment: World Gold Council

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:54:16 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): Surging gold prices and heightened geopolitical uncertainty are driving a shift in global gold demand from jewellery to investment, even as overall demand remains stable, according to the World Gold Council's Q1 2026 Gold Demand Trends report.Total gold demand, including over-the-counter (OTC) transactions, rose marginally by 2 per cent year-on-year to 1,231 tonnes in the first quarte

Keralam Police registers FIR against 50 protesters for blocking woman with infant, during bandh over Nithin Raj's death

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:34:43 GMT

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], April 29 (ANI): The Keralam Police have registered a case against approximately 50 identifiable protesters for allegedly intercepting and stopping a young woman travelling with her infant in Adoor, Pathanamthitta, during a state-wide protest on Tuesday.

The incident occurred as activists from various Dalit organisations staged demonstrations across the district. The protester

Gyurov Slams the People Shop: Scheme for Empty Shelves

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:47:00 GMT

Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov sharply criticized the state-owned retail initiative ?People Shop?, describing it as a failing project marked by empty shelves, financial losses, and questionable management practices during a government meeting.

He said the Minister of Agriculture had reported serious losses in the chain and warned that the situation resembled what he called a politically motivated structure r

Downside to growth bigger concern than upside risk to inflation, RBI to maintain rates this fiscal: Crisil

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:30:18 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is likely to maintain current policy rates through the fiscal year as concerns over economic growth outweigh risks from inflation, according to a report by Crisil Intelligence.

The report stated that the downside to growth is a bigger concern than upside risks to inflation in the current environment.

It noted that

Govt ensured 100% supply for domestic LPG, PNG and CNG transport; urges to avoid panic buying

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:40:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): The Indian government has ensured 100 per cent supply for domestic LPG consumers, Piped Natural Gas (PNG) users, and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) transport services despite the ongoing West Asia crisis, confirmed Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary (Marketing & Oil Refinery) in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.

Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing on Tuesday, she

Affluent India shifts to experience-led spending, travel accounts for 58% of discretionary wallet: Report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:39:24 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): India's affluent consumers are increasingly shifting towards experience-led spending, with travel emerging as the dominant category accounting for 58 per cent of discretionary expenditure among the ultra-elite, according to a report by Visa.

The Visa Consulting and Analytics (VCA) Whitepaper - India's Affluent Economy 2025-2026 - highlights that affluence in India is entering a

Samsung, Apple outpace rivals as global memory chip crunch hits Chinese smartphone makers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:29:09 GMT

Seoul [South Korea], April 28 (ANI): Samsung Electronics and Apple are currently navigating a tightening global memory chip supply that is simultaneously squeezing Chinese smartphone vendors and reshuffling market leadership. While the broader mobile industry faces a shipment decline, these two manufacturers are leveraging financial strength and internal supply chains to maintain growth amidst a critical shortage of lo

Caitlin Clark releasing children's book based on life story

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:25:10 GMT

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Caitlin Clark is releasing a children's book based on her life story titled 'EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams!'

Clark's chosen title is a nod to the phrase decorating a wall in her childhood bedroom that read: 'The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the little EXTRA.'

The 32-page rhyming picture book is set to be released on Nov. 3

Xinhua Headlines: From tankers to gas tanks -- Hormuz tensions rattle global energy markets

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:15:21 GMT

"This fossil fuel crisis will happen again and again," said UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell. "Sunlight does not depend on narrow and vulnerable shipping straits. Wind blows without massive taxpayer-funded naval escorts."

by Xinhua writer Gao Wencheng

LONDON, April 28 (Xinhua) -- As Tuesday marks two months since the United States and Israel launched joint military strikes

Why "Becoming Chinese" trend is filling shopping carts worldwide

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:15:58 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- "I'm gonna let you in on a little secret, OK? Tomorrow you are turning Chinese." That's how Sherry Zhu, a Chinese American creator in her early twenties, kicked off a TikTok video earlier this year.

Her "Becoming Chinese" video series, in which she jokingly laid down rules like drinking hot water, wearing slippers and eating no raw veggies in winter, quickly went viral. Partly inspir

Keralam: Dalit organisations call statewide bandh over BDS student Nithin Raj's death

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:42:23 GMT

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], April 28 (ANI): A statewide shutdown called by various Dalit organisations over the death of BDS student Nithin Raj at Ancharakandi Dental College led to widespread protests and disruptions across several parts of Keralam on Tuesday.

In Adoor in Pathanamthitta district, initial clashes with police were reported in the morning, following which more protesters gathered and forc

Zero-duty access under India-New Zealand FTA expected to lift gems, jewellery exports to USD 50 mn in three years: GJEPC

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:58:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) on Monday welcomed the signing of the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), saying the pact is expected to significantly boost India's gem and jewellery exports with zero-duty access to the market.

India's current gem and jewellery exports to New Zealand stand at around USD 16.61 million, which the industry body expects

No change in fertilizer prices despite global surge, supply remains robust: Govt

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:30:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): The government on Monday said there will be no increase in retail prices of fertilisers for farmers, even as global prices have surged sharply amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

Aparna S Sharma, Additional Secretary in the Department of Fertilizers, said the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of key fertilizers remains unchanged despite a sharp rise in import costs.

'MRP of all ma

China's budget 3D printers fuel a desktop manufacturing boom

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:45:34 GMT

SHENZHEN, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Beat the heat with a 3D-printed accessory that works like a permanent plastic hand shade, a wearable device that blocks sunlight when held up.

While it has recently gone viral on TikTok and Instagram, it is more than just a playful internet trend. It is a tangible example of how China's consumer 3D printers have moved beyond expensive industrial labs into global living rooms, enabli

Passenger Vehicle growth to slow to 4-6 % in FY27 on high base, macro risks; UVs to drive demand: ICRA

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:21:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Growth in India's passenger vehicle (PV) industry is expected to moderate to 4-6 per cent in FY2027 from 8.6 per cent in FY2026, mainly due to a high base and emerging macroeconomic risks, even as demand remains steady, according to a report by ICRA.

The report said factors such as a weak monsoon outlook and the ongoing West Asia crisis, which could impact inflation and consumer

India's farming moves beyond tradition to smart agriculture

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:03:24 GMT

Hapur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 27 (ANI): Farming in India is no longer limited to traditional practices. Today's farmers are embracing innovation, technology, and smart techniques to transform agriculture into a profitable and sustainable business. From poly houses to organic composting, a new wave of change is redefining how farming is perceived, turning soil into a source of both income and opportunity.

RBI to auction Rs 14,500 crore state government securities on April 28

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:43:34 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 27 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India will conduct an auction of State Government Securities (SGS) worth Rs 14,500 crore on April 28, 2026.

According to the central bank release, several states, including Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, will participate in this issuance, offering securities across a range of maturities. These in

Economic Watch: Rising food, gas, utility costs squeeze Americans amid tariff, war concerns

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:15:22 GMT

Economists say a one-two punch of new U.S. tariffs and a war-driven spike in global energy prices are pushing up everyday expenses and threatening to slow growth.

by Julia Pierrepont III

LOS ANGELES, April 26 (Xinhua) -- Americans are feeling the strain as the cost of groceries, gasoline, and utilities continues to rise. Economists say a one-two punch of new U.S. tariffs and a war-driven sp

Let them eat baguette: French bakeries enjoy May Day exemption

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:11:19 GMT

French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants with government backing Friday, defying labourunionsarguing that May 1 should remain a sacred day of compulsory rest.

Prime MinisterSbastien Lecornuordered several baguettes in front of the cameras in the village of Saint-Julien-Chapteuil in centralFrance.

"Let's have several... at least four," he said, as he sought to promote a new bill to clearly

Minnesota workers flex organizing muscle on May Day

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:20:04 GMT

Backers of the labor movement will be out in full force across Minnesota today for May Day observances.

Organizers say this year's events have an added level of significance. May 1 is often recognized as International Workers’ Day, calling attention to the challenges and gains workers have made through organized labor. If they can,

Small-town Mainers join nationwide May Day general strike

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:18:24 GMT

More than two dozen May Day rallies are planned today across Maine in response to what organizers say are federal policies that put the needs of billionaires above workers. Also known as International Workers Day, May 1st has long honored the labor movement’s accomplishments, including the eight-hour workday.

James Cook is a volunteer organizer with Knox County-based group

Kicking The Stigma to celebrate 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Kicking The Stigma will take part in activities and invite fans to learn more about mental health during 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month this May.

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Kicking The Stigma will take part in activities and invite fans to learn more about mental health during2026Mental Health Awareness Monththis May.

"Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time for

Browns announce 2026 season of Barking Backers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:42 GMT

Barking Backers is celebrating its five-year "anni-fur-sary"

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BEREA, Ohio The Cleveland Browns announced today the launch of the 2026 season of "Barking Backers", presented by Milk-Bone.

Barking Backers, the beloved Fan Club for Dogs, is celebrating its five-year "anni-fur-sary."

"The continued growth of Barking Backers and Jr. Browns Backers shows how much these clubs mean

Miami Closes in on Alabama on Bucs' All-Time Draft List

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

After nabbing the Hurricane duo of OLB Rueben Bain Jr. and CB Keionte Scott in last weekend's draft, the Buccaneers have now selected 14 Miami players in their draft history, just one fewer than their Alabama haul

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers started off their 2026 NFL Draft efforts by shopping close to home, shockingly landing blue-chip edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. of the University of Miami with

Roundup: Solar panels light up daily life in Yemen's Sanaa amid energy shortages

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:45:16 GMT

By Mohammed Mohammed

SANAA, May 1 (Xinhua) -- In the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, solar panels have become a major source of electricity, helping residents power their homes amid prolonged energy shortages.

Many in Sanaa have turned to renewable energy after a decade-long conflict crippled most of the country's sectors, including the electricity.

A striking presence of dark blue glass are seen across t

International youths praise China's green development practices

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:50:01 GMT

CHENGDU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- The first session of an international youth knowledge exchange study camp was held from April 28 to 30 in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, and Wenchuan County, also in Sichuan.

The event was hosted by the China International Youth Exchange Center, organized by the Wenchuan County people's government, and co-organized by the Global Student Development Working Comm

Interview: China-Europe tourism to further develop in quality, for mutual benefits, ETC CEO says

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:45:12 GMT

Santander said China-Europe tourism cooperation has made solid progress in recent years, with air connectivity recovering strongly and payment solutions improving. Looking ahead, he said China-Eur

Canada's GDP up 0.2 pct in February

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:15:05 GMT

OTTAWA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Canada's real GDP was up 0.2 percent in February, with goods-producing industries driving the growth for the second consecutive month, Statistics Canada said Thursday.

Goods-producing industries grew 0.4 percent in February, driven by expansions in manufacturing and mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, said the national statistical agency.

Services-producing industri

Indonesia, China launch cross-border QRIS payment to boost regional financial cooperation

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:15:19 GMT

JAKARTA, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia and China have launched cross-border QR interoperability, marking a significant milestone in deepening financial cooperation and accelerating digital payment integration between the two countries.

The initiative, introduced by Bank Indonesia on Thursday, enables users from both countries to conduct retail payments seamlessly by scanning QR codes across borders. The system

Singapore manufacturers upbeat on AI boom, services sector flags headwinds

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:45:09 GMT

SINGAPORE, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Singapore manufacturers are optimistic about business conditions over the next six months, buoyed by a strong global semiconductor upcycle, while services firms expect a softer outlook amid persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties, official surveys showed on Thursday.

A net weighted balance of 17 percent of manufacturing companies anticipates better business conditions

China's logistics sector sees steady growth in Q1

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:45:51 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- China's logistics sector maintained steady momentum in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, with major indicators posting solid growth, according to data released by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing.

From January to March, China's total social logistics value came in at 96.4 trillion yuan (about 14 trillion U.S. dollars), up 6.2 percent year on year based on comparable pr

1st LD-Writethru: China's non-manufacturing PMI drops to 49.4 in April

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:15:30 GMT

BEIJING, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The purchasing managers' index (PMI) for China's non-manufacturing sector came in at 49.4 this month, down 0.7 percentage points from the previous month, official data showed on Thursday.

The sub-index for business activity in the service sector stood at 49.6 in April, down 0.6 percentage points from March, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

While wholesale, reta

S. Korea's industrial output grows for 2nd month in March

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:45:09 GMT

SEOUL, April 30 (Xinhua) -- South Korea's industrial output grew for a second straight month due to strong demand for semiconductors, statistical ministry data showed Thursday.

The seasonally-adjusted index of all industry production, which excludes the agriculture, livestock and fishery sector, added 0.3 percent in March from a month earlier after expanding 2.1 percent in February, according to the Ministry of

Roundup: South Africans welcome fuel relief extension amid ongoing cost pressures

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:16:34 GMT

by Ntandoyenkosi Ncube

JOHANNESBURG, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The South African government's decision to extend its temporary fuel levy relief has drawn a positive, albeit cautious, reaction from the public. Many have seen the measure as much-needed "breathing room" amidst persistent cost-of-living pressures.

Earlier this week, the National Treasury and the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources confir

China's market regulator launches special campaign on online food sales

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:45:55 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The State Administration for Market Regulation has issued a notice launching a nationwide six-month special campaign to rectify false advertising in online food sales.

During the campaign, market regulators will combine full-coverage regulation with targeted crackdown to ensure the safety of online food consumption for the public, the administration said.

The move comes amid

China's e-commerce sector logs steady 2026 Q1 growth

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:20:22 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- China's e-commerce sector has registered stable growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, driven by supportive policies and promotional campaigns, the Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday.

China's online retail sales of goods and services grew 8 percent year on year in Q1, with online retail sales of goods accounting for 24.8 percent of total consumer goods sales, data from the mi

China's cultural sector revenue up 6.4 pct in Q1

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:48:55 GMT

BEIJING, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Major enterprises in China's cultural sector and related industries reported steady revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026, official data showed Wednesday.

The 82,000 surveyed enterprises posted combined operating revenue of 3.56 trillion yuan (about 518.4 billion U.S. dollars) in the first three months, up 6.4 percent year on year, according to the National Bureau of Statistic

JPMorganChase becomes first Global Banking Partner of Olympics

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:15:18 GMT

GENEVA, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and JPMorganChase announced on Tuesday a Worldwide Olympic Partnership, making the firm the first global banking partner in Olympic history.

The partnership extends to the 2030 French Alps Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

IOC President Kirsty Coventry said, "JPMorganChase is the first Global Partner from the banking sector in Olymp

Korea's retail sales rise 5.6% in March

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:15:12 GMT

SEOUL, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The Republic of Korea's major retail companies saw revenue rise 5.6 percent year-on-year in March, driven by robust consumption demand fuelled by a sharp increase in inbound travellers to Korea and the back-to-school season, government data showed Wednesday.

Offline retailers reported 1.9 percent on-year growth in sales, with department stores posting a sharp growth of 14.7 percen

Eyes on Hainan: 15 Years on, Hainan's offshore duty-free policy marks major milestone

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:45:08 GMT

Hainan's duty-free milestone!

Fifteen years since its 2011 launch, Hainan's duty-free shopping policy has generated 42 billion U.S. dollars in cumulative sales. With 12 malls now in operation, the scheme continues to drive the island's growth as an international tourism and consumption center.

Singapore FDI inflows rise 8.4 pct in 2025

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:45:17 GMT

SINGAPORE, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into Singapore rose 8.4 percent year on year to 197 billion Singapore dollars (about 154.3 billion U.S. dollars) in 2025, driven largely by higher equity capital, official data showed on Tuesday.

The increase was mainly supported by equity investments, which formed the bulk of total inflows, the Singapore Department of Statistics said in a s

S. Korea's retail sales rise 5.6 pct in March

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:45:14 GMT

SEOUL, April 29 (Xinhua) -- South Korea's retail sales rose in single digits due to back-to-school demand and an increase in foreign tourists, government data showed Wednesday.

The combined revenue among major offline and online retailers grew 5.6 percent in March compared to the same month of 2025, slower than an increase of 7.9 percent in February, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources.

Letter from China: Ordinary luxury of "Becoming Chinese"

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:46:23 GMT

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- This month, my cousin touched down in Shanghai after a decade in Vancouver. Her first moves weren't touristy; they were practical. She booked an MRI for back pain and a dental appointment. Within a single week, both were done -- tasks that, in Canada, might have taken a year.

Inside China, such everyday efficiency often goes unremarked; elsewhere, it can feel almost revelatory.

Economic Watch: Why "Becoming Chinese" trend is filling shopping carts worldwide

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:46:26 GMT

Her "Becoming Chinese" video series, in which she jokingly laid down rules like drinking hot water, wearing slippers and eating no raw veggies in winter, quickly went viral. Partly insp

New Zealand secures extra diesel supply amid global uncertainty

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:15:14 GMT

WELLINGTON, April 28 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand has secured an additional 90 million liters of diesel, equivalent to about nine days of national demand amid global fuel market uncertainty.

This is part of efforts to "boost New Zealand's fuel reserves and help shield the country from the global oil shock," said a government statement released Tuesday.

The fuel would be procured under an agreement with fuel re

Japan's unemployment rate ticks up to 2.6 pct in FY 2025

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:45:18 GMT

TOKYO, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Japan's average unemployment rate for fiscal 2025 climbed to 2.6 percent, up 0.1 percentage point from a year earlier, government data showed Tuesday.

In the fiscal year ended March, the number of unemployed people rose by 50,000 to 1.8 million, while the number of employed people grew by 360,000 to 68.29 million, the highest since comparable data became available in 1953, the Ministr

Feature: The long game: How China Open is charting golf's rise

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:47:37 GMT

by sportswriter He Leijing

BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In China, where golf still occupies a niche corner of the sporting landscape, a quiet transformation is underway, one measured not just in birdies and bogeys, but in patience, persistence and long-term vision.

The 31st edition of the Volvo China Open, held from April 23 to 26 in Shanghai, offers a compelling window into how the sport is steadily exp

China's wholesale, retail sectors grow 4.1% to US$510.4 billion in Q1

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:25:11 GMT

BEIJING, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) -- China's wholesale and retail sectors posted steady growth in the first quarter of 2026, providing solid support for building a strong domestic market, the Ministry of Commerce said.

From January to March, the added value of China's wholesale and retail trade grew 4.1% year on year to 3.5 trillion yuan (about US$510.4 billion), accounting for 10.5% of the country's gross domestic

Canada to set up 1st sovereign wealth fund to facilitate economic transformation

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:15:12 GMT

OTTAWA, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced that the country's first national sovereign wealth fund will be established to facilitate the strengthening and transformation of the national economy.

The fund, named the Canada Strong Fund, will gain an initial federal contribution of 25 billion Canadian dollars (about 18 billion U.S. dollars) to "strategically invest, alongsi

Across China: China's budget 3D printers fuel a desktop manufacturing boom

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:47:10 GMT

SHENZHEN, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Beat the heat with a 3D-printed accessory that works like a permanent plastic hand shade, a wearable device that blocks sunlight when held up.

China's instant tax refunds surge over 9-fold a year after rollout

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:46:37 GMT

BEIJING, April 27 (Xinhua) -- The number of overseas visitors claiming China's instant tax refund surged 12.96-fold within one year after the policy's nationwide rollout, the State Administration of Taxation said Monday.

During the same period, both the sales of tax refund-eligible goods and the total instant tax refunds jumped 9.35-fold year on year, official data showed.

As an upgrade within China's exi

China's wholesale, retail sectors log steady growth in Q1

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:15:18 GMT

BEIJING, April 27 (Xinhua) -- China's wholesale and retail sectors posted steady growth in the first quarter of 2026, providing solid support for building a strong domestic market, the Ministry of Commerce said Monday.

From January to March, the added value of China's wholesale and retail trade grew 4.1 percent year on year to 3.5 trillion yuan (about 510.4 billion U.S. dollars), accounting for 10.5 percent of t

Amazon-owned Woot accused of secretly tracking shoppers, sharing data with Meta

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:15:39 GMT

SEATTLE (CN) - Amazon-owned e-commerce platform Woot.com secretly harvested and shared detailed user activity with third-party advertisers, a group of online shoppers claim in a class action complaint filed Wednesday.

Lead plaintiffs Austin Roth, Brandon Rose and Alexander Fonseca seek to represent a

Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:46 GMT

Romanian man sentenced after swatting spree targeting dozens of U.S. officials

Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:35:28 GMT

Team Wendy reveals new RECON Tactical Bump Helmet

Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:57 GMT

Judge- Wisconsin Department of Justice must release the names of every police officer in the state

Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:47 GMT

Female first responder training summit focuses on performance

Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:34:03 GMT

Bodycam shows home explosion that injured NYPD officers responding to domestic call

Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:47 GMT

Washington judge blocks parts of state law that added new background requirments for sheriffs

Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:32 GMT

Denver Sheriff's Department recruit dies following medical emergency during training

Vatican newspaper highlights suffering of Ethiopians who are fleeing for Yemen Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:42:32 GMT

Vatican newspaper highlights suffering of Ethiopians who are fleeing for Yemen Headlines

Minerva Dialogues build bridges between Vatican, Silicon Valley Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:39:33 GMT

Minerva Dialogues build bridges between Vatican, Silicon Valley Headlines

May papal prayer intention- that everyone may have food Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:37:20 GMT

May papal prayer intention- that everyone may have food Headlines

Whooping cough outbreak infects 4 at Pasadena's Don Benito Fundamental

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:14:04 GMT

Whooping cough outbreak infects 4 at Pasadena's Don Benito Fundamental

Retired Belgian bishop disciplined for mishandling abuse case Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:33:29 GMT

Retired Belgian bishop disciplined for mishandling abuse case Headlines

Asteroid is named after Pope Leo XIII Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:33:26 GMT

Asteroid is named after Pope Leo XIII Headlines

EU leader, Pope discuss Middle East, Africa Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:33:23 GMT

EU leader, Pope discuss Middle East, Africa Headlines

Pope laments Colombia violence, recalls Polands clergy martyrs of World War II Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:33:20 GMT

Pope laments Colombia violence, recalls Polands clergy martyrs of World War II Headlines

Oakland bishop announces closing of 12 parishes, 1 pastoral center Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:50 GMT

Oakland bishop announces closing of 12 parishes, 1 pastoral center Headlines

Westminster archbishop- Pope, Anglican primate well aware of differences Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:47 GMT

Westminster archbishop- Pope, Anglican primate well aware of differences Headlines

Belarus frees priest, prominent journalist in a 10-person prisoner swap Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:42 GMT

Belarus frees priest, prominent journalist in a 10-person prisoner swap Headlines

Tulsa deacon charged with bank fraud Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:39 GMT

Tulsa deacon charged with bank fraud Headlines

Priest attacked during Bangladesh parish robbery Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:33 GMT

Priest attacked during Bangladesh parish robbery Headlines

Chernobyl cleanup crew members, grieving parents meet with Pontiff Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:32:11 GMT

Chernobyl cleanup crew members, grieving parents meet with Pontiff Headlines

Minnesota diocese begins drastic reduction in parishes Headlines

Fri, 01 May 2026 03:31:59 GMT

Minnesota diocese begins drastic reduction in parishes Headlines