QINGDAO, July 19 (Xinhua) -- The 34th Qingdao International Beer Festival popped the top on Friday evening, bringing a bubbly atmosphere and frothy fun to the beach in the city of Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province.
Читать дальше...Former world, European and Commonwealth 400m hurdles champion Dai Greene retires from competitive athletics at the age of 38.
SAN FRANCISCO, July 19 (Xinhua) -- A faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike Friday morning has affected computers-running Microsoft Windows at organizations, causing major IT outage, taking out banks, airlines and businesses globally.
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ANKARA, July 19 (Xinhua) -- Tourism is a vital industry for Türkiye's economy. However, the surge in visitors to Antalya, a beloved coastal vacation spot, is endangering the habitats of endangered Mediterranean monk seals.
The increasing presence of stand-up paddleboarders and cruising ships at sea cliffs and rocky areas in Antalya, designated as wildlife-protected nesting sites for s
Tents are seen behind wire fences near buildings outside a federal prison in Texas early in the COVID-19 pandemic. Jeremy Busby, a journalist incarcerated in a Texas state prison, writes that prison officials rewarded his successful social media campaign to expose and improve prison conditions during the pandemic by throwing him in solitary confinement.
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Modders of The Witcher 3 have only had official tools from developer CD Projekt Red for two months, but they’ve already made great use of them. One ambitious modder was able to recreate some of the first game’s map with the new tools only a day after they were released. More recently, a new mod has given the already…
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There has been quite a buzz about investing in bonds among younger investors who may previously have found them boring or appropriate only for retired people seeking income.
DEAR DEIDRE: IN an attempt to keep my marriage alive, I’ve found myself having occasional sex with a female friend. I know it’s wrong, but I feel like it’s the best solution.
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The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet has designated the National Emergency Management Agency as the lead agency to coordinate the government response, working across relevant agencies to understand impacts on New Zealand government services, ...
Cyprus is definitely having its music moment this year as more and more international stars add it to their touring schedule. No complaints from music fans and as the summer ends its busy concert line-up, the autumn will arrive in full swing. One more star is travelling to the island in October. Set to perform […]
India is gearing up to launch an online platform to address non-tariff barriers faced by exporters, focusing on SPS and TBT issues. The portal will monitor resolution strategies and compliance burdens to enhance competitiveness in global markets. With a plan to tackle technical regulations and trade barriers, India aims to boost its exports facing challenges in key markets like the EU, US, China, and Japan. Efforts are underway to streamline conformity assessments and address hurdles in exports such as chillies, tea, and shrimp.
DUBAI, 19th July, 2024 (WAM) -- The upcoming edition of the Dubai World Cup meeting, recognised worldwide as one of horseracing's premier sporting and social occasions, will take place on Saturday, 5th April 2025, marking the grand finale of an extended 16-meeting Carnival.
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A protest was held in California to call for the passage of legislation that would create a minimum marriage age of 18 in the state.
In a major crackdown aimed at tackling 'unsafe drivers' and reduce crashes, a series of motorway drivers were caught applying make-up, using laptops, and eating takeaways behind the wheel
President Biden's son is citing a ruling that a Trump-appointed judge made in the classified documents case
A recent study by the National Restaurant Association of India reveals that Delhi-NCR residents favor North Indian snacks over international dishes. The organized food service sector in the region is valued at Rs 42,002 crore. Delhiites dine out frequently, preferring fine dining, while Gurugram residents opt for quick-service restaurants. The report also highlights increasing dining-out habits post-pandemic and issues with food delivery apps.
Customer reports of technical issues with many U.S. banks have spiked as a buggy software update from CrowdStrike disrupts multiple sectors.
Watch the best shots from West Indies' Kavem Hodge as he scores a "superb" century against England on day two of Second Test at Trent Bridge.
Social media mocks the global outage, looks for a scapegoat, creates a holiday, and wonders why our work computers are still up and running.
The new mobile and broadband contract rules will fully come into effect from January.
Friday's global IT outage, caused by a CrowdStrike update conflicting with Microsoft's OS, disrupted aviation, banking, and healthcare. Experts stress failsafes, regulatory scrutiny, and highlight digital dependency and the 2038 Problem. Despite managing safety aspects well, service provision remains problematic. Ciaran Martin and Nigel Phair emphasize organizational risks and critical services' reliance on few tech companies.