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CAPE TOWN, June 4 (Xinhua) — The South African Presidency on Sunday denied allegations that President Jacob Zuma owns a palace in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. The story by the Sunday Times newspaper about Zuma owning a palace in Dubai “is a fabrication”, presidential spokesperson Bongani Ngqulunga said in a statement. “President Zuma does […]
Read MoreBEIJING, June 4 (Xinhua) — Leaders and foreign ministries of some countries around the world on Sunday condemned the terrorist attacks in London, expressing condolences to the bereaved families, and pledging solidarity to fight terrorism. European Union: “Following latest London incidents with horror. Thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Please stay […]
Read MoreDAMASCUS, June 4 (Xinhua) — The Syrian army and allied fighters on Sunday captured the last Islamic State (IS) stronghold in the eastern countryside of the northern province of Aleppo, a monitor group reported.
Read MoreDHAKA, June 4 (NsNewsWire) — The World Bank has approved $100 million financing to help Bangladesh diversify exports in labor and skill intensive industries beyond the garment sector and create more and better jobs. The Export Competitiveness for Jobs Project will improve competitiveness of existing and potential export-oriented industries such as leather, footwear, plastics and […]
Read MoreDhaka, June 2 (NsNewsWire) — Uber, the world’s largest ride sharing app that connects riders with drivers to provide convenient, reliable and affordable rides at the push of a button, on Thursday announced the launch of the ‘Driver Compliments’ feature. Through this feature Uber aims to make it possible for riders to positively reinforce good […]
Read MoreSYDNEY, June 2 (Xinhua) — It’s been 18 months since the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) took effect and Australia’s Trade Minister Steven Ciobo said Friday the accord has been an overwhelming success. The minister said the accord brought large amounts of new jobs and opportunities to the people of Australia. Since the free trade […]
Read MoreCHANGSHA, June 2 (Xinhua) — A Chinese rail maker announced on Friday that it has developed a type of smart bus to tap China’s lucrative urban transit market. The ART, Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit, was developed by the research arm of CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co., Ltd., which produces key parts for China’s high-speed railway. A […]
Read MoreMADRID, June 2 (Xinhua) — Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane will look to make history when his side takes on Juventus in the Champions League final in Cardiff on Saturday night. No side has retained the Champion League in its current format, while Zidane looks to complete a domestic and European double for the first […]
Read MorePARIS, June 2 (Xinhua) — Rafael Nadal, nine-time winner at Roland Garros, geared up pretty well in his quest for the 10th trophy as he swept Nikoloz Basilashvili 6-0, 6-1, 6-0 in men’s singles third round here on Friday. The “King of Clay” only surrendered one game during a 90-minute span, and lost just 12 […]
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