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April 24, 2025

Japan tariff negotiator arrives in US as Nippon Steel deal hangs in balance
WASHINGTON — Japan’s lead tariff negotiator arrived in the U.S. on Friday for his latest round of talks with Trump administration counterparts, expressing hope for a favorable end to Nippon Steel’s bid to acquire U.S. Steel. “I hope that Nippon Steel will invest in U.S. Steel in a way that satisfies both Japan and the…
FDA picks a new strain for fall Covid vaccines. Here’s what it means for your next shot.
The Food and Drug Administration said late Thursday it would like drugmakers to update the Covid vaccines to target the LP.8.1 strain, fueling concerns that the shots may be limited to only the most at-risk Americans this fall. The FDA’s decision differs slightly from the recommendation made by its vaccine advisory committee earlier that day,…
PIA Announces Discount for Saudi Arabia and Canada
PIA Announces Discount for Saudi Arabia and Canada To improve its image and attract more passengers during ongoing privatization efforts, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has lowered fares on some international flights for Eid-ul-Adha. PIA is giving a 20% discount on flights to Saudi Arabia and a 10% discount on flights between Toronto and Pakistan. This…
US fund Dalton to start proxy fight over Fuji Media board, CIO says
TOKYO — Dalton Investments will launch a proxy contest to gain support for its chosen board candidates at Japan’s Fuji Media Holdings, the U.S. fund’s chief investment officer said Friday. Dalton has started reaching out to other major shareholders ahead of the annual general meeting set for June 25, James Rosenwald said in an interview…
Billy Joel cancels U.S. tour dates after being diagnosed with brain disorder
Billy Joel canceled his upcoming concerts following a recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus. The announcement was made Friday in a statement shared across his social media accounts. The statement said the condition has been “exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” the statement read. The “Piano Man” singer,…
PM Shehbaz to visit Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan
PM Shehbaz to visit Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will be visiting Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan starting Sunday to talk about bilateral ties and the recent tensions with India. According to a statement from the Foreign Office, the visit will take place from May 25 to May 30, 2025. During…
rgia O’Connor, U.K. boxer, dies at 25 after saying doctors ‘gaslit’ her on cancer concerns for months
British professional boxer rgia O’Connor has died aged 25, her promotion company BOXXER said on Thursday. “We are heartbroken by the passing of rgia O’Connor,” BOXXER said in a statement on X. “A true warrior inside and outside the ring, the boxing community has lost a talented, courageous and determined young woman far too soon.”…
Five-days Eid-ul-Adha 2025 holidays announced
Five-days Eid-ul-Adha 2025 holidays announced Qatar has announced a five-day public holiday for Eid-ul-Adha, starting from the 9th to the 13th of Dhul Hijjah, in line with Islamic tradition. The exact dates will be confirmed after the moon-sighting committee convenes on May 27. Sources say that if the moon is seen on the expected evening,…