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US President Joe Biden has cancelled another $4.28 billion in student loans for nearly 55,000 people across the country, the Department of Education said in a statement. It comes days before President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office. The Biden-Harris administration’s decision on Friday takes the total public service student loans relieved to about $78 billion for nearly 1.1 …

Thanks to its clever management and forward thinking vision that prioritizes human development as the cornerstone and major objective of growth, the United Arab Emirates has continued to rise in global competitiveness reports in 2024 gaining top positions in important indexes. The UAE ranked among one of the top five worldwide in 444 indicators up from 406 in 2023. And …

BBC listeners had an emotional morning on December 17 as top presenter Mishal Husain ended her 26-year career at the company. She led multiple general election debates this year and hosted Today for 11 years on Radio 4. Husain joined the BBC back in 1998. The 51-year-old has finally concluded her career at the broadcaster. Her final day included a …

While the dollar was boosted by the largest weekly increase in longer-dated Treasury yields in a year due to declining U.S. rate cut prospects for 2025, Asian markets fell on Friday as investors were disappointed by the lack of information on Chinese stimulus. Shortly after trading began, U.S. futures were little higher while European stocks were neutral. Data revealed that …

The finale round took place on Monday, and the adroit coaches of this season 26 of ‘The Voice 26’ Snoop Dogg, Reba McEntire, Gwen Stefani, and Michael Buble are hoping with the fingers crossed for the Tuesday midnight to reveal the world that who reaches the crucial finish line in the end. Finale Performances of the TOP 5 Finalists 1.Team …

In a major legal setback for TikTok, a US appeals court has upheld a law that could lead to the platform’s eventual ban in the United States, signaling a significant escalation in the ongoing battle between the social media giant and the US government. The court’s ruling, issued on Friday, rejected TikTok’s claims that the law infringes on the constitutional …

Taylor Swift’s monumental “Eras Tour” is drawing to a close on Sunday, December 8, with its final performance in Vancouver, Canada. The tour, which has shattered records and captivated audiences worldwide, has become a defining moment in music history. Starting on March 17, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona, this global spectacle has spanned continents, redefined economic and cultural engagement in the …

Due to major security concerns, the FBI is advising both Android and iPhone users to avoid immediately sending regular text messages to each other. Unencrypted text messaging between these two platforms is progressively accessible to hackers and third parties who might intercept private chats, the government agency notes. To safeguard their personal information and communications, the FBI instead counsels consumers …

Nearly 224,000 migrants who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border have arrived in New York City seeking refuge; an unheard-of inundation. At expense to the city billions of dollars, this flow of immigrants has taxed public resources, schools, and shelters. As the end of 2024 approaches, the city notes improvement in crisis management; nonetheless, with the new Trump government it still confronts …

Alex Consani, the 2024 “It Girl” and a rising star in the fashion world, has made history by becoming the first transgender woman nominated for the prestigious Model of the Year award at the British Fashion Council’s (BFC) Fashion Awards. Known for her captivating presence on social media and the runway, Consani’s nomination highlights her immense talent and symbolizes a …