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Inkle buys Finally bookkeeping unit and expands India-based workforce

San Francisco-based accounting firm Inkle, which has its technology operations in Bengaluru, acquired the bookkeeping division of financial operations platform Finally, bringing approximately 100 employees into its workforce and expanding its presence across the US, India and three other countries.

PI Industries plans Indian launch of Pioxaniliprole insecticide this rabi season

Indian maize farmers will have another pesticide next month to fight the menace of Fall Armyworm (FAW), a major pest that damage the crop from inside. Agrochemical company PI Industries on Thursday unveiled Pioxaniliprole, a new molecule, and announced its commercial sales in current rabi season from next month.

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GEE Group Acquires Atlanta-Based Staffing Solutions Company Hornet Staffing, Inc.

Accretive Tuck-In Acquisition Deepens Company’s MSP & VMS Service Capacity and Adds Offshore Recruiting Capability

World's oldest person dies at 116 in Japan

The world's oldest person, Japanese woman Tomiko Itooka, has died at the age of 116, the city of Ashiya where she lived announced on Saturday.

Syria says international flights to and from Damascus to resume Tuesday

Syria said on Saturday the country's main airport in Damascus would resume international flights starting next week after such commercial trips were halted following last month's ouster of president Bashar al-Assad.

South Korea says fatal crash cockpit transcript nearly complete

South Korean investigators said Saturday they were close to finalising the transcript of the cockpit voice recorder from a fatal plane crash that left 179 people dead last week.

AI expected to star at CES gadget extravaganza

Gadgets, robots and vehicles imbued with artificial intelligence will once again vie for attention at the Consumer Electronics Show next week, as vendors behind the scenes will seek ways to deal with tariffs threatened by US President-elect Donald Trump.

Soldier in Vegas Tesla blast suffered PTSD, no 'terror' link: FBI

The decorated Green Beret who died by suicide in a blazing Cybertruck outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas was suffering from post-traumatic stress, investigators said Friday, saying they had found no links to "terrorist" groups.

Microsoft expects to spend $80 bn on AI this fiscal year

Microsoft president Brad Smith on Friday said the company is on track to pump about $80 billion into artificial intelligence (AI) this fiscal year.

Biden blocks US Steel sale to Japan's Nippon Steel

President Joe Biden on Friday blocked the controversial $14.9 billion sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel, citing a strategic need to protect domestic industry.

Wall Street stocks bounce higher, Europe retreats

Wall Street stocks bounced higher at the start of trading on Friday, but European stock markets retreated as traders booked profits from a positive start to 2025.

Biden blocks US-Japan steel deal

President Joe Biden on Friday announced he has blocked the controversial $14.9 billion sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel, citing a strategic need to protect domestic industry.

Indian duo self-immolate in Bhopal waste protest

Two people in India set themselves on fire Friday to protest against the disposal of hazardous waste from the decades-old Bhopal industrial disaster, local government officials said.

Indian food delivery app rolls out ambulance service

A popular Indian food delivery app has started offering a private ambulance service, looking to use its logistics know-how to help bolster the country's patchy healthcare system.

European stock markets retreat after positive start to year

European stock markets retreated Friday, as traders booked profits from a positive start to 2025 and awaited a full return to business next week.

UK electricity cleanest on record in 2024: study

Britain produced its cleanest electricity on record last year with output of fossil fuels at an all-time low and renewables reaching a record-high, a study has showed.

Biden to block US-Japan steel deal: US media

US President Joe Biden has decided to block the proposed $14.9 billion purchase of US Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel and will announce the move as soon as Friday, according to US media.

Thai PM declares millions in watches and bags among $400 mn assets

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared more than $400 million in assets on Friday, her party said, including more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million and at least 75 luxury watches, valued at almost $5 million.

China says 'determined' to open up to world in 2025

China is "determined" to continue opening up its economy to the world in 2025, a top economic planning official said Friday, as Beijing steels itself for potential trade turmoil when US President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

Asian shares rise defying slow Wall Street start to 2025

Asian markets gained on Friday, bucking retreats on Wall Street as the dollar advanced and markets reopened following the New Year's holiday.

'You need to be happy': graffiti encourages Cuban self-reflection

Graffiti on walls around Havana telling Cubans "you need to be happy" has encouraged introspection and inspiration in a country where censorship has forced many street artists to emigrate or abandon their work.

Mixed day for global stocks as dollar pushes higher

Global stocks began 2025 in muted fashion while the dollar advanced Thursday as markets gird for a much heavier news flow later in January with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

Nick Clegg leaves Meta global policy team

Former British deputy prime minister Nick Clegg said Thursday he is stepping down from his role as president of Meta's global affairs and will be replaced by Republican stalwart Joel Kaplan.

Tesla reports lower 2024 auto deliveries, missing forecast

Tesla reported a dip in full-year auto sales Thursday, missing a company forecast in a sign of rising electric vehicle competition in China and other markets.

Wall Street lifts spirits after Asia starts year in red

Wall Street made a positive start to the year Monday, shrugging off falls in Asia as investors await planned tariffs from US president-elect Donald Trump, adding to China's economic struggles.

Most UK doctors suffer from 'compassion fatigue': poll

Seven out of 10 UK family doctors are worn out and suffering from "compassion fatigue", finding it hard to empathise with their patients, a poll published Thursday said.

US mulls new restrictions on Chinese drones

The United States is considering new rules to address risks posed by drones with tech from foreign adversaries like China and Russia, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

Wall Street dons early green after Asia starts year in red

Wall Street made a positive start to the year Monday, shrugging off falls on Asian markets as investors await planned tariffs from US president-elect Donald Trump, adding to China's economic struggles.

Stock markets begin new year with losses

Major European and Asian stock markets began 2025 in the red as investors await planned tariffs from US president-elect Donald Trump, adding to China's economic struggles.

Sales surge in 2024 for Chinese EV giant BYD

Leading Chinese electric car maker BYD's vehicle sales surged in 2024, the company said in a statement, as the firm grows its overseas presence.

Asian stocks begin year on cautious note

Asian stocks began 2025 mostly in the red on Thursday after worries about US interest rates, tariffs, and China's economy gave Wall Street the holiday blues for a fourth straight session.

Asia stocks begin year on cautious note

Asian stocks began 2025 mostly in the red on Thursday after worries about US interest rates, tariffs and China's economy gave Wall Street the holiday blues for a fourth straight session.

Trust Consulting Services Awarded SeaPort NxG Prime Contract

Trust Consulting Services (Trust), a leading provider of professional services and innovative solutions, is pleased to announce its award of a SeaPort Next Generation (SeaPort NxG) prime contract. This prestigious contract positions Trust to deliver critical support services to the U.S. Navy and other Department of Defense (DoD) entities, furthering its commitment to national defense and mission readiness.

Gladstone Investment Corporation Acquires the Ricardo Defense Business

Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) ("Gladstone Investment") is pleased to announce its acquisition of Ricardo Defense Systems, LLC and Ricardo Defense, Inc. (collectively, "RDI"), along with Proteus Enterprises LLC. Gladstone Investment provided equity and senior secured debt to complete the transaction.

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