The sale of weapons for the period between 2016 and 2020 has been more or less stable compared to the previous five years globally, showed data from a Sweden-based research institute. A decline in arms sales from Russian and Chinese… Read More ›
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Third Wave Of Covid-19 Hits Germany While Italy Planning Easter Lockdown
A third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic has already started in Germany, warned the head of Germany’s public health agency earlier this week. This warning came at a time when lockdown restrictions were being gradually relaxed across the country even… Read More ›
Bitcoin’s Value Zooms Past $60,000 For First Time
The record breaking surge in its price is continuing with the crypto currency bitcoin as this virtual currency surged past the $60,000 mark for the first time. The recent surge in the value of bitcoin – which has risen by… Read More ›
3.2 Million New Pets Bought By UK Households In Pandemic Lockdown
Since the Covid-19 pandemic began, 3.2 million households in the United Kingdom have picked up a pet, said data from the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association. The association said that are now a total of 17 million pet-owning homes in the… Read More ›
Ride Hailing Firm Grab In Talks For A Listing Via SPAC: Reports
Negotiations are currently on for the public listing of ride hailing company Grab Holdings Inc using a special purpose acquisition company, said reports quoting sources with knowledge of the matter. The listing could set the valuation of the company at… Read More ›
Experts Say Microsoft’s Flaw Being Exploited By Ransom-Seeking Hackers
A recently disclosed flaw in Microsoft’s widely used mail server software is being targeted by hackers who seek ransom, claimed a researcher and added that there can be widespread digital disruption if there is a serious escalation of the hacking… Read More ›
India-Made Social Media Apps Are Benefitting From Tussle Of Government Vs Global Tech Firms
In recent months, there has been a tussle between the social media platform Twitter and the Indian government over the refusal of the company to bring down some specific accounts. And even during this period, there has been a sudden… Read More ›
Military Leaders Of Myanmar Tried To Move $1bn From US Account: Reports
Within days of seizing power in Myanmar, the military rulers of the country attempted to withdraw about $1bn held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in the United States which prompted officials in the United States to freeze… Read More ›
Double Masks Adds Little In Preventing Viral Infection, Finds Japan Supercomputer Study
Compared to a mask that is properly fitted, limited benefit in blocking viral spread is provided by wearing two masks – one on top of another, showed a simulation by a Japanese supercomputer. This finding also partly negates a set… Read More ›
India’s Pharma Firm SII Is The Leader In Vaccinating The World Against Covid-19
With global pharma companies ramping up production of their respective vaccines, there is one firm that has already moved into the leading position. Even though the Serum Institute of India (SII) is not a household name, it is the… Read More ›