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A Door Opens at UN-Tourism: Why Gustavo Santos' Exit Matters More Than a Resignation

U.S, Dec. 23 -- For global tourism, symbolism matters. And sometimes, a single departure speaks louder than a dozen policy statements. The resignation of Gustavo Santos, UN-Tourism's Regional Directo... Read More


Are US stock markets closed on Christmas Eve? Check Nasdaq, NYSE holiday calendar for Christmas week

New Delhi, Dec. 23 -- US President Donald Trump last week announced that December 24 and December 26 will be federal holidays. Now the question has come up - is the US stock market going to remain clo... Read More


Loan for Acquisition of Dutch Company LBC Tank Terminals Group Holding Netherlands Cooperatief U.A. by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.

Netherlands, Dec. 23 -- The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) signed on December 22 a loan agreement amounting to JPY135 billion (JBIC portion) with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL). The ... Read More


Loan for FSRU Operation Project of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. in Singapore

Singapore, Dec. 23 -- The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) signed on December 22 a loan agreement in project financing amounting to up to approximately USD189 million (JBIC portion) wit... Read More


Made-in-India Suzuki Fronx scores 1 star in ANCAP crash test

India, Dec. 23 -- The Suzuki Fronx has undergone crash testing that was performed by ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment), and the results highlight significant concerns around occupant safety, par... Read More


Preparing for 2028? JD Vance seen training with US Navy SEALs in grueling 90-minute workout

New Delhi, Dec. 23 -- US Vice President JD Vance drew attention after completing a gruelling 90-minute intense physical training session with United States Navy SEALs at their Naval Amphibious Base Co... Read More


'People are being smeared': Trump explodes over Epstein files, defends Clinton, others

Washington/IBNS, Dec. 23 -- US President Donald Trump has publicly weighed in on the controversial release of documents linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, arguing that the disclosures risk... Read More


Over 650 drones, 13 regions hit, 3 dead as Russia launches massive attack, says Zelenskyy

Kyiv, Dec. 23 -- Russia launched one of its largest aerial attacks on Ukraine overnight on Monday, firing more than 650 drones and over 30 missiles across at least 13 regions, killing three people, in... Read More


'100 times more powerful': All about 'Trump-class' battleships that will lead US' Golden Fleet

India, Dec. 23 -- In a move to strengthen US defence and increase scrutiny on defence contractors over production, President Donald Trump has announced plans for a new "Trump-class" of battleships. Th... Read More


Vietnam-Bangladesh direct flights likely from 2026

Dhaka, Dec. 23 -- Vietnamese Ambassador to Bangladesh Nguyen Manh Cuong has said the aviation authorities in Bangladesh and Vietnam are now in the final stage of considering the new Air Services Agree... Read More