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Microsoft Offers Voluntary Retirement To 8,750 Employees In US

About 7% of the US workforce will be eligible for the buyouts, according to a person familiar with the planning. Microsoft has never previously done buyouts of this scale, said the person, who requested anonymity to discuss an internal matter.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:23
Before Iran War, China Amassed World's Largest Oil Stockpile

According to the US Energy Information Administration, China had nearly 1.4 billion barrels of oil put aside compared to 1.2 billion barrels among 32 members of the International Energy Agency (IEA). Of these, the US has 413 million barrels.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:07
D4vd's iPhone Contained 'Significant' Amount Of Child Pornography, Prosecutors Claim

Prosecutors found eight terabytes of data on D4vd's iCloud storage account and an additional 20 to 30 terabytes of raw data across various devices.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:05
'Waiting For US Green Light To Return Iran To Stone Age': Israel Minister

"The IDF is ready both defensively and offensively, and the targets have been marked," Israel Katz said in a video statement.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:03
EU Approves $105 Billion Loan For Ukraine, Imposes New Sanctions On Russia

The measures were signed off when Hungary and Slovakia dropped objections after Ukraine restarted oil flows following repairs to the damaged Druzhba pipeline.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:39
Russia Warns European Nations Against Hosting French Nuclear-Capable Bombers

French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans in March to expand the country's nuclear arsenal and said France may allow European partners to host its nuclear-capable aircraft on temporary deployments.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:33
Who Is Meera Varma? Indian-Origin Activist Injured In California Attack That Killed Her Mother

Meera Varma is a nationally recognised mental health activist and TEDx speaker with more than 10 years of experience.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:04
"Uninformed, Inappropriate, In Poor Taste": India After Trump 'Hell-Hole' Row

"Uninformed, Inappropriate, In Poor Taste": India After Trump 'Hell-Hole' Row

Published on: 23.04.2026 16:54
Russian Town Sees Toxic Rain After Ukraine Strike, Officials Issue Warning

Kyiv struck oil facilities in Tuapse on Monday, triggering a huge blaze and sending plumes of thick black smoke into the sky over the city.

Published on: 23.04.2026 16:45
Who Is Julia Varvaro? Trump's Counterterrorism Official In Sugar Dating Controversy

Julia Varvaro, 29, DHS counterterrorism deputy, was placed on leave after sugar dating allegations raised national security concerns and investigation.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:26
Warner Bros Shareholders Approve Paramount's $81 Billion Takeover

Per a preliminary vote count on Thursday, the overwhelming majority of Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders voted in support of selling the entire business to Paramount for $31 a share.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:15
On Camera, 'Red Liquid' Thrown On Iran's Exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi In Berlin

In the attack which was captured on camera, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi was walking on a pavement with his security team when a man walking behind him carrying a backpack threw a red liquid on him, believed to be tomato juice.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:12
Hackers Steal $2.5 Million From Sri Lanka Government, Highest In Its History

The money was destined as debt repayment to Australia, finance ministry secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma said.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:47
After Losing Son, Physically Healthy Woman Heads To Switzerland To End Life

The woman revealed that she has also picked a final song to listen to as she dies.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:27
Trump Orders US Navy To "Shoot And Kill" Boats Putting Mines In Hormuz

Donald Trump's post on social media came shortly after the US military seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:06
US-Iran War Live Updates: Trump Orders US Navy "To Shoot And Kill Any Boat" Putting Mines In Hormuz

US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: The standoff between the US and Iran has effectively choked off nearly all exports through the strait -- where 20 per cent of the world's traded oil passes in peacetime -- with no end in sight.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:53
"India Great Country With Very Good Friend At Top": Trump After 'Hell-Hole' Row

"India Great Country With Very Good Friend At Top": Trump After 'Hell-Hole' Row

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:44
Amid US Blockade, Iran Says It Has Banked First Proceeds From Hormuz Tolls

While strikes around the region have mostly ceased since the two-week-old truce began, there has been no letup in the stand-off over the crucial trade route, with both sides seeking economic leverage.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:19
Pentagon Denies Reports Claiming Hormuz Mine Clearance Will Take 6 Months

Iran has vowed not to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as long as the United States blockades its ports, with the blocked waterway sharply driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting the global economy.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:16
Spotlight On $17-Billion Trump-Class Warship After Pentagon Axes Navy Chief

US Navy Secretary John Phelan was sacked Wednesday reoportedly amid disputes with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over the expensive new Trump-class warships; Hegseth reportedly favours mass-produced uncrewed ships to boost numbers.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:16

News from Arabic Countries

South Africa president suspends police chief over $21m contract

Police chief Fannie Masemola suspended as President Cyril Ramaphosa faces pressure to tackle corruption ahead of polls.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:43
Mixed views in Lebanon ahead of controversial talks with Israel

Lebanon remains divided over the best way to end the conflict with Israel, with some backing Hezbollah's armed response.

Published on: 23.04.2026 18:09
More than 6 million Somalis face hunger amid climate shocks and conflict

Drought, failed rains, and conflict drive 6.5 million Somalis into hunger; children face acute malnutrition risks.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:45
Israeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in occupied West Bank raid

Teenager dies in hospital after Israeli forces shot him with live ammunition in the shoulder, Palestinian media reports.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:45
US reclassifies some marijuana products as less dangerous drug

Step is latest example of shift away from heavy penalisation that has given way to widespread legalisation efforts.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:36
Decapitating cartels? Mexico leans into ‘kingpin strategy’ but at a cost

Under pressure from the US, President Claudia Sheinbaum has authorised military operations to arrest cartel leaders.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:35
Italy slams Trump envoy proposal of taking Iran’s place in World Cup 2026

Italy officials slam suggestion that national football team should replace Iran at World Cup; fans also underwhelmed.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:34
Pope Leo ends Africa tour with prison visit

Pope Leo wrapped up his 10-day four-nation tour of Africa in Equatorial Guinea.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:31
ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup ‘travel advisory’

Groups warn of 'deteriorating human rights' in call for US visitors' protection; White House decries 'scare tactics'.

Published on: 23.04.2026 17:14
How bad is Lamine Yamal’s injury? Will he make Spain’s World Cup opener?

Lamine Yamal's season is over for Barcelona, but Spain fans await injury update on when star will play 2026 World Cup.

Published on: 23.04.2026 16:36
US-Israeli war on Iran will push 30 million back into poverty, UN warns

Disruption to fuel and fertiliser supplies due to the Strait of Hormuz closure will hit crop yields, UNDP chief warns.

Published on: 23.04.2026 16:00
Journalist recalls Israeli strike killing Amal Khalil in southern Lebanon

Journalist Zainab Faraj recalled the final moments of fellow journalist Amal Khalil.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:53
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover

Attention now turns to regulatory authorities, with both Washington and London expected to examine the merger's impact.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:46
Turkiye MPs pass bill to restrict social media use for children under 15

Lawmakers pass bill to require social media platforms to introduce age-verification tools and control mechanisms.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:24
US military board, seize another ship in international waters

The Pentagon has released video of US soldiers descending from helicopters to board and seize another ship.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:16
Lebanon Latest: Israel attacks kill journalist and target first responders

A fragile ceasefire holds as Israeli strikes kill a journalist and target first responders in Lebanon.

Published on: 23.04.2026 15:03
US to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz, Trump says

US says it intercepted another tanker carrying Iranian oil as Trump underscores alleged infighting within Iran's leadership.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:58
Why are FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets so expensive?

Fans are critical of FIFA's pricing of tickets, accusing the world body of pricing them out of the global tournament.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:29
How Iran war has triggered soaring cost of medicines

Pharmacists in some countries have seen the cost of painkillers more than quadruple.

Published on: 23.04.2026 14:07
How Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil was pursued and killed by Israel

Details of how Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil was “pursued” and killed by Israeli forces have been released.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:26
Two trains crash head-on in Denmark

Two trains crash head-on in Denmark

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:15
‘Solutions, not slogans’: Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Deir el-Balah holds Gaza's first local election in 21 years amid war ruins, with residents demanding real solutions.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:12
Makan Nasiri, the only child still missing from the school bombed in Iran

After nearly seven weeks of searching for remains, authorities tell the seven-year-old's parents his case is closed.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:08
US Senate passes $70bn funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol

Senate votes 50-48 early on Thursday morning to advance the plan to reopen the Department of Homeland Security.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:03
Infiltration from Within: Israelis recruited to spy for enemy countries

Israel’s intelligence exposed - spies, moles and blind spots from early betrayals to October 7 and the war with Iran.

Published on: 23.04.2026 13:00