Morgan Freeman Interview: On “Lioness” and His Iconic Voice
The 89-year-old actor returns for the third season of “Lioness,” and he still can’t understand the fuss over his voice.
Commonwealth Games faces uncertain future
India is hoping Ahmedabad’s Commonwealth Games leads to a bid for the 2036 Olympics. Photo: AFP GLASGOW: Glasgow stepped in to save the 2026 Commonwealth Games, but a slimmed down 10-sport model over the last 10 days has failed to dispel doubts over the future of the event. First held as the British Empire Games … Read more
India proposes extending tax breaks for contract manufacturing in a boost for Apple
India’s new rule targets bonded-zone factories, keeping them attractive mainly for export production India has proposed extending tax exemptions until 2041 for foreign companies that provide machinery to contract manufacturers, handing a major win to Apple which had lobbied for such changes, and is fast expanding in the market. India has been a key market for … Read more
Former ’60 Minutes’ Correspondents Sharyn Alfonsi, Scott Pelley Will Teach At Columbia
[Sharyn Alfonsi and Scott Pelley, who exited the show after clashing with executives at CBS News, will teach reporting skills.
Singapore Bans Band Massive Attack for Displaying Palestinian Flag
The British group was punished under a policy of racial harmony that has long been criticized as stifling free speech in the city-state.
Here’s Why the US Is Helping Prop Up the Japanese Yen
[The U.S. Treasury joined efforts in Tokyo to stem the yen’s slide against the dollar, highlighting the broader risks posed by turmoil in Japanese markets.
Alibaba unveils its largest AI model yet, DeepSeek’s latest model is ultra-low cost
The developments show Chinese AI firms racing to build more powerful systems without sharply raising costs Qwen and Alibaba logos are seen in this illustration taken, January 29, 2025. REUTERS China’s Alibaba on Monday unveiled its largest and most capable AI model to date, sending its shares surging, while a research firm said DeepSeek’s latest … Read more
Russian Strike Destroyed Millions of H.I.V. Prevention Supplies in Ukraine
No medications were affected, but if new prevention items are not procured, aid groups fear a surge in new infections next year.
SpaceX’s Stock Lockup Is Expiring. Prepare for a Bumpy Ride.
[On Thursday, employees and other insiders at Elon Musk’s rocket company will be released from their first stock “lockup” and can start selling some of their shares.
Shuja Asad joins Karachi protest demanding justice for Wafflix owner, Mir Raza Ali
Actor urges celebrities to join calls for justice as police continue investigating the death Actor Shuja Asad joined protesters in Karachi over the weekend to demand justice for Mir Raza Ali, the owner of the Wafflix food chain, who died in a tragic incident on July 28. Asad attended the demonstration in Bahadurabad alongside fellow actor … Read more