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Business : Diversification Ensures Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient
By Samantha Tan Chiew Tieng PUTRAJAYA, July 2 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains on solid footing due to its inclusive and long-term economic strategy despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raising concerns over the potential closure of the...

Bulgaria Has a Vital Role to Play in Schengen’s Future, European Commissioner Brunner Tells BTA
To preserve what has been achieved over the past 40 years for another 40 and beyond, Schengen will need constant renewal. And Bulgaria has an important role to play in making that happen, European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration Magnus...

Google Criticises EU Tech Regulation, Citing Innovation Slowdown and Higher Consumer Costs
16Google has launched a strong critique of the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), warning that the landmark legislation is stifling innovation, disrupting digital services, and increasing costs for European consumers and businesses. The...

Abacha’s loot laughs at Maryam’s lies
A former First Lady of Nigeria and wife of Nigeria’s most autocratic ruler, Mrs Maryam Abacha is trying to generate a controversy about her husband, General Sani Abacha. In a recent interview she said that her husband who ruled Nigeria from...

EU tech rules holding back innovation, Google says
Alphabet's Google will today warn EU antitrust regulators and its critics that landmark European Union rules aimed at reining in Big Tech are hampering innovation to the detriment of European users and businesses. The US tech giant will also urge...

Geography Trivia Questions That Let You Show Off Your World Class Knowledge
Traveling the world provides valuable experiences as you see how vast and ever-changing it is. You also learn more about nature, different cultures, history, and more. You may have learned geography in school, but there is nothing like seeing it...

EU tech rules: Google says new rules holding back innovation
Alphabet's Google will on Tuesday warn EU antitrust regulators and its critics that landmark European Union rules aimed at reining in Big Tech are hampering innovation to the detriment of European users and businesses. The US tech giant will also...

Landmark EU tech rules holding back innovation, Google says
BRUSSELS :Alphabet's Google will on Tuesday warn EU antitrust regulators and its critics that landmark European Union rules aimed at reining in Big Tech are hampering innovation to the detriment of European users and businesses. The U.S. tech...

Full list of countries where drivers need a permit to take a road trip
UK holidaymakers planning to drive while on holiday abroad may not be aware that some countries require tourists to be in possession of a international driving permit (IDP) to drive. If you fail to apply for a permit, you could land yourself in...

15 Must-Visit Maine Breweries That Are Totally Worth the Drive
Maine’s craft beer scene is a true monster, consistently serving up the innovation and creativity that beer lovers crave. To say we are lucky is true understatement. As of this publishing, there are over 120 breweries in the state. According to...

33 Coachella Valley essentials: The best hotels to stay at in 2025

Ross Doohan confident he can earn Celtic chance and become Scotland ‘mainstay’
After being handed a surprise international debut against Liechtenstein earlier this month amid a goalkeeping crisis within Steve Clarke’s squad, the 27-year-old sealed a return to his boyhood club on a three-year deal last week. Doohan, who spent...

Europe’s ‘fairytale’ country is so tiny it could fit into the UK 1,521 times
Looking for a slightly more peaceful summer holiday this year? (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) From Paris to Rome and Barcelona, Europe is full of sprawling capital cities – but with many countries fighting overtourism, there’s increasingly...

Azerbaijani athletes depart for Slovenia to compete in European Championship
Azerbaijani athletes have traveled to Slovenia to take part in the European Championship team competition, Azernews reports. The Azerbaijani national team, equipped with a large squad, has departed for the event scheduled for June 24-25 in...

EasyJet rules for visiting Spain, Portugal, Greece and France this summer
If you are one of the many sun-seeking Brits preparing for a European holiday, there are some rules that you should know. easyJet has shared its guidance for those travelling to certain countries in the EU to ensure all passengers have a smooth...

British sandwiches banned from Mallorca
Ever since Britain left the European Union, travel, besides many other things, has become increasingly complicated and now Britons travelling to Mallorca or anywhere else in the EU have to watch what food items they take with and that includes...

Fury as 'irreplaceable' 100-year-old Rolls-Royce is stolen from hotel - as heartbroken owner offers reward for its safe return
An 'irreplaceable' 105-year-old Rolls Royce has been stolen from a hotel on the eve of a vintage car expedition - as its heartbroken owner is offering a reward for its safe return. The £300,000 1920 Silver Ghost was taken in the early hours of...

Brits urged to ‘check passport today’ over rule that could stop you boarding flight – see where you’re at risk
BRITISH travellers have been urged to check their passports to ensure they comply with a rule that could prevent you from boarding your flight. The world's top holiday destinations have vastly different requirements in the length of time...

Is it time to hang up on these great red relics?
In Parliament Square this week, I had to jostle to pass a queue. Reaching the front, I saw what it was for: a red telephone box. But no one was actually making calls. Instead each tourist took their turn, leaning against Gilbert Scott’s design...

Exclusive: EU visa rule change set to target Israeli citizens
Published on 18/06/2025 - 8:30 GMT+2•Updated 11:12 Israel is set to be one of the first countries targeted by a reform of the mechanism to suspend short-stay visa-free travel into the EU and Schengen countries agreed on Tuesday by the European...