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J&K Bank raises accident cover for government employees to ₹1 crore

A five-year agreement expands insurance, disability and family benefits for permanent Jammu and Kashmir government staff while adding loan and banking concessions.

Technical outlook diverges for Bharti Airtel, PFC, REC and Alkyl Amines

Technical analysis sees recovery potential in Bharti Airtel but continuing downside risks for PFC, REC and Alkyl Amines Chemicals.

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Russian deputies back fines for clicking on 'extremist' content

Russian lawmakers on Thursday advanced a bill that would outlaw opening or searching for content online judged "extremist", such as songs glorifying Ukraine and material by feminist rock band Pussy Riot.

Britain seeks German help against people smuggling gangs on landmark Merz visit

Britain sought a firm commitment Thursday from Germany to change its law to help smash people smuggling gangs, as the two countries agreed to boost defence ties on the first official UK visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

Fake AI videos of R. Kelly, pope spread cult of Burkina junta chief

If you believe the viral videos online, R. Kelly and Pope Leo XIV agree on one thing -- that Burkina Faso's junta chief, Captain Ibrahim Traore, is a fantastic leader.

South Africa warns global turmoil threaten development goals

G20 chair South Africa warned Thursday that abandoning the rules-based global order and declining cooperation could derail 2030 development goals to end hunger, eradicate extreme poverty and fight climate change.

Novartis first half net profits up 29 percent

Swiss pharmaceuticals giant Novartis posted Thursday a 29 percent increase in first-half net income, at $7.6 billion -- and unveiled its new chief financial officer.

Migration, defence on agenda for German chancellor's first UK visit

The UK hoped to win a firm commitment on Thursday from Germany to change its law to help smash people smuggling gangs as well as boosting defence ties, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office said, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz began his first official visit to London.

Swatch profits plunge on weak China sales

Swatch Group said Thursday that weak sales in China wiped out growth elsewhere in the first half of the year for the world's top watch company, leaving it barely profitable.

EasyJet boss hits out over French air traffic walkouts

The boss of British no-frills airline EasyJet on Thursday bemoaned "unacceptable challenges" for staff and passengers resulting from strike action by air traffic controllers in France earlier this month.

'I thought I was going to die': sailor recounts Huthi attack in Red Sea

Filipino seafarer Cocoy was off-duty and resting in his cabin when the captain's voice boomed over the intercom of the cargo ship: "We are under attack".

Volvo Cars swings into loss on electric vehicles, tariffs

Volvo Cars announced on Thursday it had swung into loss in the second quarter, after it took an impairment charge for its electric cars, booked restructuring charges and dealt with a slower, tariff-troubled market.

Dairy giant New Zealand endures butter price shock

Butter prices have soared in dairy export giant New Zealand, latest figures showed Thursday, with local supplies cut short as the industry chases fatter profits overseas.

Taiwan's TSMC says second quarter profit up 60%

Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC reported Thursday a forecast-beating 60 percent rise in net profit for the second quarter on sustained demand for artificial intelligence technology.

Leaking pipes as climate warms: Bulgaria faces water crisis

Bulgarian villager Rumyana Tsoneva keeps opening the tap in her yard in Gorna Studena near the Danube -- and keeps finding it dry.

China moves to tame 'irrational competition' as EV price war persists

Chinese officials are seeking to tame the country's swelling electric vehicle industry with policies to prevent "irrational competition", state media said, as a brutal price war ensnares top automakers.

Japan's Sega eyes return to 1990s gaming glory

The big-screen success of 1990s video game speedster "Sonic the Hedgehog" has brought new fans to Japan's Sega, which says it is poised for a comeback after two tough decades.

AI-powered 'nudify' apps fuel deadly wave of digital blackmail

After a Kentucky teenager died by suicide this year, his parents discovered he had received threatening texts demanding $3,000 to suppress an AI-generated nude image of him.

Mexico City vows to tackle gentrification after protests

Mexico City authorities on Wednesday announced a plan to tackle gentrification, following protests against rising rents blamed on an influx of foreigners, including remote workers.

The Build Show Welcomes Mike Conneely

Chicago area builder joins the Build Expert team

Liberty Supports Regional Relocation With Flexible Personal Loans

As more Australians seek a lifestyle change, leading non-bank lender Liberty is helping to make regional relocation more accessible through tailored personal loan solutions.

Liberty Helps Australians Access Flexible Home Loan Options

With home loan demand rising year-on-year, Liberty continues to support a range of Australians to enter the property market.

DeepStreet.io Launches Market Intelligence Platform to Deliver Credible, Performance-Linked Investment Insight

New Research Platform Gives Sophisticated Investors Access to Real-Time Insight from Verified Professionals with Full Visibility into Performance

GPOPlus+ to Present Growth Strategy at Liberty Ventures Investor Summit in Chicago

CEO Brett H. Pojunis to Highlight Expansion, Profitability Gains, and Vision to Scale to 20,000+ National Retail Partners

Adapti, Inc. (OTC:ADTI) Announces Closing of The Ballengee Group Acquisition

Company Intends to Begin a New Era in AI-Driven Sports and Social Media Management

Kingbird Ventures Files Legal Action Against LQR House Inc. Seeking Court-Appointed Receiver

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / Kingbird Ventures, LLC, an affiliate of Diveroli Investment Group (DIG), has filed a complaint in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada, requesting the appointment of a court-supervised receiver to oversee operations at LQR House Inc. (YHC). The goal, according to Kingbird, is to ensure proper governance and protect the interests of all shareholders.

4-Star Electric Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Electrical Contractors in Southern Alberta

Calgary's trusted family-owned electrical company recognized for outstanding service, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The Spider Guys Recognized for Superior Service with 2025 Consumer Choice Award in Pest Control for Windsor

WINDSOR, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / The region's trusted defenders against unwanted intruders have officially earned top honours. The Spider Guys have been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award Winner in the Pest Control category for Windsor, celebrating the company's customer-first approach, effective treatments, and innovative year-round protection plans.

Principled Craftsmanship, Trusted Results: Principal Roofing & Exterior Contractors Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award in York Region

AURORA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 17, 2025 / Principal Roofing & Exterior Contractors, a standout name in the roofing and exterior contracting space, has earned the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Roofing category in York Region. This recognition highlights the company's strong reputation for craftsmanship, integrity, and long-term customer relationships across both residential and commercial sectors.

Trump says Coca-Cola to switch to cane sugar in US

Beverage giant Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar in its US production, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday on social media.

US stocks finish higher as markets gyrate on Powell firing fears

Wall Street stocks finished higher Wednesday, overcoming a mid-session swoon after US President Donald Trump denied plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

United Airlines profits dip but says Newark has rebounded

United Airlines reported a drop in second-quarter profits Wednesday on higher costs and predicted a rise in travel as geopolitical worries ease.

EU mega budget hits immediate German opposition

The European Union executive on Wednesday proposed a two-trillion-euro long-term budget focused on tackling overseas competition and Russian aggression, but it was quickly shot down by Germany, the bloc's largest member.

Syria says pulling troops from Druze heartland after US request

Syria announced that its army had begun to withdraw from violence-hit Sweida on Wednesday, following a wave of Israeli strikes on the capital and a US call for government forces to leave the majority-Druze southern city.

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