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Japanese tourist hotspot Kyoto to hike hotel taxes
Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan's picture-perfect ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles from locals about too many tourists.
Welcome to the Costa Blanca: pro cycling's winter getaway
Dubbed a "motorway for cyclists" where avid amateurs can chase Tadej Pogacar up mountains teeming with the highest concentration of professional cyclists per square mile in the world, Spain's Costa Blanca has forged a new reputation for itself in recent years.
Thai man serving record royal insult sentence faces new charges
A Thai man serving a record sentence for insulting the monarchy has been hit with three more charges, a rights group told AFP on Tuesday.
'Stubborn' janitor camps out amid rubble of Los Angeles fires
Among the charred ruins of Pacific Palisades, Jeff Ridgway walks his dog Abby as if nothing has happened. Unlike the tens of thousands of people driven out by the wildfires, this janitor refused to evacuate.
Ficus Technology Holdings Limited (8107.HK) Distributes Products from China Co-op 832 Platform Expand Product Offering, Enhance Margin, and Support Local Agricultural Products
Innovative supply chain management service provider - Ficus Technology Holdings Limited ("Ficus Technology" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group") is pleased to announce that it has established a strategic business relationship with China Co-op E-Commerce Co., Limited (the "China Co-op"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Co-op Group Co., Ltd., and the e-commerce segment under the All China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives (the "ACFSMC").
MedMira Receives Health Canada Approval for Its Reveal(R) G4 Rapid HIV-1/2 Test for Point-of-Care Use
MedMira Inc. (MedMira) (TSXV:MIR) announced today that it has received today the approval from Health Canada for its Reveal®Rapid G4 HIV-1/2 Test (Reveal® HIV test) for Point-of-Care (POC) use. The Reveal® HIV rapid test has achieved a sensitivity of 99.64% and a specificity of 99.71% and with it is highly suitable for health care professionals who require a fast, reliable, and high-quality result to be used in any health care setting.
Addressing Climate Change by Changing Our Food Systems
Up to a third of global greenhouse gas production to date can be attributed to animal agriculture and food systems. Yet, most climate change solutions neglect the importance of food systems in climate change mitigation. In the article, 'Solving Climate Change Requires Changing Our Food Systems,' published in leading scientific journal Oxford Open Climate Change, prominent scientists from around the world propose that the pressing nature of irreversible climate change requires rethinking our food systems.
Quantum Biopharma Ltd. Now Trading on Upstream Under QNTM
Quantum BioPharma Ltd. Dual Lists on Upstream's Global Securities Trading App
LQR House Inc. Reports 27.93% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth in December 2024 Compared to December 2023
LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:LQR), a niche ecommerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, is pleased to announce a 27.93% increase in revenue for December 2024 compared to December 2023, showcasing the Company's continued growth and resilience in a dynamic market.
Nine charged over looting in LA fires: prosecutor
Nine people have been charged in connection with looting in evacuation zones around huge fires burning in Los Angeles, the area's chief prosecutor said Monday.
'Mommy, what's happening?': Young families left traumatized by LA fires
As deadly flames swept closer and smoke poured into their Los Angeles home, Zahrah Mihm tried to calmly wake her two young children in the middle of the night.
California governor spars with Musk over wildfire 'lies'
California Governor Gavin Newsom has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk of spreading "lies" about the state's response to deadly wildfires ravaging Los Angeles, escalating their online row over swirling misinformation.
Glitzy Oscars nominees' lunch cancelled after LA wildfires
The body that awards the Oscars said Monday it was cancelling its ritzy nominees' luncheon, as Los Angeles grapples with enormous wildfires that have crippled the city.
Search for bodies as LA firefighters brace for more wind
Search teams looking for people killed in devastating Los Angeles blazes moved from house to house Monday, as firefighters girded for hurricane-force winds that could spark further flare-ups.
Jegou, Auradou 'can be picked' for France, says Galthie
France coach Fabien Galthie said Monday that two players who were investigated for rape in Argentina before the case was dismissed can now be selected for the upcoming Six Nations.
Ubisoft bruised but not broken by 'Assassin's Creed' delay
French video game publisher Ubisoft's second delay to the next instalment of its flagship "Assassin's Creed" series forced it to lower financial forecasts, but the step is not uncommon in a sector where players' first impressions weigh heavy.
Inquest opens into 2018 helicopter crash that killed Leicester City owner
An inquest into the 2018 helicopter crash that killed the owner of Leicester City Football Club opened on Monday.
UK climate activists target Darwin's grave with chalk
Climate activists on Monday targeted Charles Darwin's grave with chalk paint, in the latest controversial disruptive action by protesters over the UK government's environmental policies.
Australian mum says son killed in LA fires as water ran out
An Australian mother has spoken of how she tried in vain to save her blind son from the Los Angeles wildfires as water supplies ran dry.
Ukraine's Zelensky offers firefighters to Los Angeles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered assistance to wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles, saying Ukraine's firefighters can "help Americans save lives" as the city struggles to combat new blazes.
Death toll from Los Angeles fires rises, with dangerous winds incoming
The death toll from massive wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles rose to 24 on Sunday, with officials warning of incoming dangerous winds that could whip the blazes up further.
At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
Landslides caused by torrential rains in southeast Brazil have left at least 10 people dead, rescue services in Minas Gerais state said Sunday.
India opens giant Hindu festival for 400 million pilgrims
Vast crowds of Hindu pilgrims in India began bathing in sacred waters on Monday as the Kumbh Mela festival opened, with organisers expecting 400 million people -- the largest gathering of humanity.
NanoViricides to Present at the Biotech Showcase in San Fransisco on Tuesday, January 14, 2025
NanoViricides, Inc. (NYSE American:NNVC) (the "Company"), a clinical stage leader developing revolutionary broad-spectrum antiviral drugs that the virus cannot escape, announced today that it is presenting at Biotech Showcase™ 2025 in San Fransisco, being held in parallel to the JP Morgan Life Sciences Conference.
Frontage Announces Co-CEO Promotions
Frontage Holdings Corporation (SEHK stock code:1521) announced on January 6 2025 that Dr. Abdul Mutlib has decided to step aside from his current role as CEO of the company to facilitate the Company's leadership succession planning and that Chief Strategy Officer Dr. Wentao Zhang and President Dr. John Lin have been promoted to Co-CEOs of the company effective today. Going forward, Dr. Mutlib will assume an advisory role as the Chief Scientific and Strategy Officer, ensuring a smooth transition and business continuity. Dr. Mutlib will remain committed to Frontage for at least a year, advising and supporting the Frontage leadership team, contribute to Frontage's growth plans across various business units, and participate in business development, especially in early drug discovery and development.
India to open giant Hindu festival for 400 million pilgrims
Vast crowds of Hindu pilgrims in India readied on Monday to bathe in sacred waters for the Kumbh Mela festival, with organisers expecting 400 million people -- the largest gathering of humanity.
Tanzania rights activist latest abduction victim in Kenya
A renowned Tanzanian rights activist was kidnapped on the streets of the Kenyan capital Nairobi on Sunday, only to be released after a rapid intervention by rights groups.
Strong winds return to whip up Los Angeles fires
Wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles on Sunday confronted the return of dangerous winds, as officials vowed firefighters were ready to combat any new blazes whipped up by furious gusts.
'Dangerous and strong' winds threaten to spread LA inferno
US officials warned "dangerous and strong" winds were set to push deadly wildfires further through Los Angeles residential areas Sunday as firefighters struggled to make progress against the flames.
Indian Hindu pilgrims take the plunge ahead of largest gathering
Indian farmer Govind Singh travelled for nearly two days by train to reach what he believes is the "land of the gods" -- just one among legions of Hindu pilgrims joining the largest gathering of humanity.
Los Angeles fire evacuees face price gouging
Five days after an inferno razed Pacific Palisades, Maya Lieberman is desperate to find somewhere to live. But unscrupulous landlords who are jacking up prices are making it hard.
Firefighters race to beat LA blazes as winds grow and death toll hits 16
Firefighters were racing against time Saturday to get on top of massive wildfires around Los Angeles as winds ramped up, pushing the blazes towards previously untouched neighborhoods.