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‘Dubai Chocolate’ must come from Dubai, German court rules – DW – 01/13/2025
A German court has banned a supermarket from selling a product known as “Dubai Chocolate”, ruling that the trendy confectionery can only be labeled as such if it actually comes from the emirate. The court in the western city of Cologne ruled that discount supermarket Aldi can no longer sell its “Alian Dubai Handmade Chocolate” … Read more
US designates extreme right-wing ‘Terrorgram’ network as terrorist group
Washington— The United States on Monday banned a far-right online network, declaring the “Terrorgram” group a terrorist group and accusing it of promoting violent white supremacy. The US State Department said in a statement that it had designated the group, which operates primarily on the Telegram social media site, and three of its leaders as … Read more
Will new oil sanctions really hurt Russia? – DW – 01/13/2025
The Biden administration’s time is almost up but in its final days it has taken decisive action on Russian oil, President Vladimir Putin’s main revenue source. On January 10, the White House announced severe sanctions on Russia’s oil sector, blacklisting about 200 ships from its so-called shadow fleet and targeting Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft … Read more
Explainer: Los Angeles fire fighters are blowing pink smoke
Last Updated:January 13, 2025, 17:28 IST There has been a massive fire in Los Angeles, America, which is spreading. When fire brigade aircraft are passing through this affected area, they are seen blowing pink smoke. Why are they releasing pink smoke? So what…read more highlights Pink fire retardant chemical used in LA fire This chemical … Read more
Russia says Iran’s president to visit this week, sign partnership deal with Putin
Moscow — Russian President Vladimir Putin will host his Iranian counterpart this week to sign a comprehensive partnership agreement between Moscow and Tehran, the Kremlin said on Monday. The Kremlin said a “comprehensive strategic partnership” agreement between the countries would be signed during Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Moscow on Friday. It said the … Read more
Malaysia, Singapore deepen ties with new economic zone – DW – 01/13/2025
Malaysia and Singapore last week signed an agreement to establish the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in Malaysia’s southernmost Johor state, just north of Singapore. The initiative is designed to attract global investment and ease the cross-border flow of goods and people between the two countries, while leveraging the strengths of both to deepen economic … Read more
India’s Modi inaugurates strategic tunnel in disputed Kashmir
Jammu, India – India’s Prime Minister on Monday inaugurated a tunnel in the north-east of disputed Kashmir that will provide year-round access to the city that is isolated by heavy snowfall every winter. The $932 million project includes a second tunnel and a series of bridges and high mountain roads that will connect Kashmir with … Read more
South Korea, Japan stress importance of security ties and US – DW – 01/13/2025
The foreign ministers of Japan and South Korea met in Seoul on Monday to discuss strengthening their ties amid growing regional security challenges and major political turmoil in South Korea. Japan’s Takeshi Iwaya visited Seoul as the country grapples with the impeachment and possible detention of President Yoon Suk Yeol, who briefly imposed martial law … Read more
Los Angeles firefighter loses home in Eaton fire
Deadly blazes have been raging in the Los Angeles area for a week as firefighters continue efforts to bring the blaze under control, which had killed at least 24 people as of Sunday. Authorities say more than 7,000 structures have been hit by the blaze, called the Eaton Fire, including a firefighter’s home. VOA’s Jenia … Read more