Austria’s far-right Freedom Party asked to form government – DW – 01/06/2025

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen on Monday entrusted the formation of a new government to Herbert Kickl, leader of the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ). Van der Bellen’s offer came after Chancellor Carl Nehammer submitted his resignation on Saturday. What we know about the decision Kickl’s party won the Austrian parliamentary election in … Read more

Bitcoin to be hit this week by US economic data

  Employment data shows the strength or weakness of the economy. Financial markets react accordingly, and bitcoin (BTC) is no exception. The first full week of 2025 begins waiting for various events that could impact the markets, including bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies. During the first four days of the week, from Monday, January 6 to … Read more

Winter snow, ice and freezing cold have hit the US from the Midwest to the East Coast

A massive blast of US winter snow, ice, wind and plunging temperatures created dangerous travel conditions from the central and southern states to the East Coast early Monday, closing schools and government offices in many states. Major roads were covered in snow and ice in parts of Kansas, western Nebraska and Indiana, where the state … Read more

Lloyd presents new brand identity – schuhkurier

Lloyd changed the company name to Lloyd Lifestyle in October 2024, and now the Sulingen shoe manufacturer Lloyd is presenting its new brand identity. Under the motto “Own the Moments”, the brand is intended to be positioned as a global lifestyle brand that, according to the company, promises “joy, self-confidence and style”. The new appearance … Read more

The “Japanese MicroStrategy” will end the year with more than 10,000 bitcoin, says

Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, has projected to reach a holding of 10,000 bitcoin (BTC) by the end of 2025. Simon Gerovich, CEO of the company, has confirmed that Metaplanet plans to achieve this goal “using the most accretive capital market tools available.” At the moment, the Japanese company owns 1,762 BTCaccording to Bitcoin Treasuries … Read more

Several police officers killed in deadly blast in India – DW – 01/06/2025

Police in India confirmed media reports of multiple deaths on Monday, saying in a statement that eight officers and a driver died. The bombing is the latest in a series of sporadic attacks on security forces in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh and follows sustained gunfire between security forces and insurgents. Chhattisgarh and its neighboring … Read more

Jan 6 insurrection: Militias, far-right extremists, those advocating violence now part of mainstream

As Congress agrees to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s election, the tumultuous legacy of January 6 hangs over the proceedings. In a series of historic firsts, a convicted felon who also tried to overturn the 2020 US presidential election is legitimately returning to power. For in-depth analysis on America’s volatile political landscape, FRANCE 24’s Eve Irvine … Read more

The rise of stand-up comedy in India: Fresh talent steps up to the mic

From performing at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall to conquering the Edinburgh Fringe, Indian stand-up comedians have made it big globally. Last year, Vir Das became the first Indian comedian to host the International Emmy Awards. But in India, where the government is led by Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi, political satirists face online … Read more

French government launches budget talks over growing deficit

France’s new ministers for finance and public accounts are meeting with top MPs to kick off talks aimed at getting a 2025 budget passed, this as concern grows over the country’s ballooning deficit and debt. Also, New York City rolls out America’s first-ever congestion pricing program, aimed at funding repairs to the metropolis’ dilapidated subway … Read more