Beijing: A new, more stable world structure may emerge if China’s per capita GDP reaches half of the United States’, says Prof. Yifu Lin, Honorary Dean of the National School of Development at Peking University. Lin, a former World Bank Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Development Economics, shared his insights during a lecture […]
Month: April 2025
Mercedes to Conquer Chinese Market with ‘Supercomputers on Wheels’
Shanghai: German carmaker Mercedes on Tuesday announced its strategy to regain a stronger foothold in China by enhancing infotainment features and introducing new products. ‘We will introduce the most efficient and intelligent cars we have ever built,’ stated Mercedes-Benz chief executive Ola K¤llenius in Shanghai, describing the company’s vision as ‘supercomputers on wheels.’ According to […]
Eagles Win Dutch Cup to End 92-Year Trophy Drought
Rotterdam: Dutch football club Go Ahead Eagles ended a 92-year trophy drought when they beat AZ Alkmaar 4-2 on penalties for a first national Cup title. The club from Deventer converted all of their spot kicks, and goalkeeper Jari de Busser saved twice to clinch the trophy on Monday night in Rotterdam. According to News […]
Queen Sonja in Hospital with Breathing Difficulties
Oslo: Queen Sonja of Norway has been flown to hospital by rescue helicopter. The Norwegian royal court announced on Tuesday that the queen, who is 87 years old, was admitted to the University Hospital in Oslo due to breathing difficulties. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the radio station NRK reported that Sonja arrived at […]
Harvard University Sues Trump Administration Over Federal Funding Freeze
Boston: Harvard University has initiated legal action against the Trump administration, seeking to overturn a recent decision to freeze billions of dollars in federal funding. University President Alan Garber announced the lawsuit, which was filed in a Massachusetts federal court, targeting officials from several government departments, including Health and Human Services, Justice, Education, and Defense. […]
