Modi, Vance praise progress in trade talks as higher tariffs loom

SummaryFormer Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater, 55, was sentenced to four years in prison for domestic violence offences, including choking, stalking, assault, and burglary, but will be released on a suspended sentence after serving over 12 months in custody. The offences occurred on Queensland's Sunshine Coast in December 2023, with Slater also sending abusive messages to a woman. Slater, who has a history of mental health issues and alcohol addiction, played 74 Tests for Australia...

Gold reached an unprecedented $3,500 per troy ounce, rising 2.2% amid concerns over the U.S. economy, exacerbated by Donald Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell. Trump's remarks led to declines in major stock indices and a 0.2% drop in the dollar, which is down nearly 10% this year. Analysts warn that attempts to undermine the Fed's independence could heighten inflation risks, while gold remains a favored hedge, with significant investments flowing into gold-backed...

SINGAPORE: Former Sembawang GRC MP Poh Li San will contest in Sembawang West SMC for the upcoming General Election, a constituency recently formed after a boundary review. At 50, she previously served as part of the Sembawang GRC team and anticipates a challenging one-on-one race against the Singapore Democratic Party leader, Dr. Chee Soon Juan. The National Solidarity Party will not contest this seat, which has 24,153 voters, as Poh expresses her commitment to her...

Karmelo Anthony's mother, Kala Hayes, publicly addressed threats and harassment faced by their family following his murder charge related to a stabbing at a Texas high school track meet. During a press conference with the Next Generation Action Network, she emphasized their family's need for support and highlighted the misinformation surrounding their situation, including false narratives about their financial status. As Karmelo awaits trial, he is on house arrest with specific conditions, while the family...

The head of Europe’s largest media company, Thomas Rabe of Bertelsmann, seeks to revive the previously abandoned merger between French broadcasters M6 and TF1 as EU regulators may adopt a less stringent stance on corporate consolidation. Rabe emphasized that merging M6 and TF1 would create a strong competitor against US streaming services, and Bouygues, TF1's owner, agrees the merger has potential merit. With a shift in regulatory mindset in Brussels, Rabe is optimistic about revisiting...

SummaryIn a thrilling Game 1 of their fourth consecutive first-round playoff series, the Los Angeles Kings triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers with a score of 6-5. Despite initially holding a four-goal lead, the Kings saw their advantage shrink, only to rally back as Phillip Danault scored his second goal with just 42 seconds remaining in the game. This intense matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams as they faced off in Los Angeles on...