HONG KONG/HANOI: TikTok has been conducting tests so users can play games on its video-sharing app in Vietnam; part of plans for a major push into gaming, four people familiar with the matter said. Featuring games on its platform would boost advertising revenue; as well as the amount of time users spend on the app; … Read more
Drone strikes targeting Kurdish rebels killed at least five people, including two civilians, in northern Iraq, Local officials and Kurdish militants reported Saturday that blaming Turkey for the attack. Turkey regularly assaults facilities and training camps of the banned Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) in northern Iraq. Officials say Saturday’s drone strikes targeted mountainous parts of … Read more
WWE’s chief brand officer Stephanie McMahon said that she is taking a break to focus on her family. “I am taking a leave of absence from the majority of my responsibilities at WWE as of tomorrow.” “For me, WWE is a lifelong heritage, and I am excited to return to the company I adore after … Read more
The cabinet of bankrupt Lebanon passed a financial recovery plan needed to gain international aid in its final session on Friday, but its implementation would be dependent on the turbulent next parliament. The meeting took place five days after Lebanon held its first election since an economic crisis, widely blamed on the ruling elite’s corruption … Read more
Only Android and iOS had access to WhatsApp’s account information request capability earlier. According to reports, WhatsApp has begun rolling out a test upgrade that allows users to request account information on WhatsApp desktop. To comply with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, the capability was first introduced for Android and iOS (GDPR). Only after … Read more
The Dow and S&P 500 finished a tumultuous session essentially flat, putting an end to a brutal week of losses on an uncertain note. Fears of a recession as the Federal Reserve raises interest rates and inflation tests consumer resilience weighed on the market all week, sending the S&P 500 into a bear market early … Read more
After Scott Morrison accepted defeat, Australia’s opposition Labor Party has taken power for the first time since 2007, ending almost a decade of conservative government. However, both the ruling coalition and the opposition are losing territory to Greens and independents, potentially resulting in a hung parliament. After Mr. Morrison’s conservative Liberal Party failed to secure … Read more
According to reports, WhatsApp has begun rolling out a test upgrade that allows users to request account information on WhatsApp desktop. To comply with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, the capability was first introduced for Android and iOS (GDPR). Only after updating your WhatsApp desktop to the latest beta version is the Request Account … Read more
The first polls closed and counting started On Saturday, in Australia’s hotly contested national election, which could put an end to a decade of Conservative dominance. Anthony Albanese, the leader in the election, urged voters to give his center-left party a “chance” at ruling the country and to reject “divisive” Prime Minister Scott Morrison. As Australians … Read more
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Hamza Shahbaz on Saturday ordered for immediate release of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shireen Mazari. He said that Shireen Mazari was respected as a woman and he had given order for her release. Arrest of any woman was not in line with our social values, he maintained. The Punjab CM said … Read more
Sharon Osbourne, a British-American television personality, recently revealed that a rapper saved her daughter’s life in a Hollywood studio fire. On Instagram, Osbourne expressed gratitude to Jamal Rajad for assisting Aimee Osbourne in escaping the burning building that killed one and injured two. “Your husband alerting her literally saved her life,” the 69-year-old said of … Read more
Early election results in Australia showed conservative Prime Minister Scott Morrison going to struggle to stay in power, as voters delivered a harsh rebuke of his party’s climate change inaction. Anthony Albanese’s center-left Labor Party was anticipated to be the largest party in parliament with about half of the votes counted, but a clear majority … Read more
Officials said Saturday that rivers in Bangladesh burst their banks, causing the worst flooding in the country’s northeast in nearly two decades, stranding roughly two million people. Floodwater rushing from India’s northeast breached a major embankment on the Barak River, inundating at least 100 villages at Zakiganj in Bangladesh, said Mosharraf Hossain, the chief government … Read more
Finding the correct headphones may be difficult, and with true wireless earbuds becoming all the rage, the market is flooded with options. But don’t worry: JBL’s new Tune earbuds include everything you need at a fair price. It’s reasonable if a set of wireless earphones costing hundreds of pounds is on your wish list, but … Read more
Kendall Jenner looked stunning in an all-black ensemble as she walked hand-in-hand with her beau Devin Booker to a family dinner in Portofino, Italy. The 26-year-old model opted for a satin corset beneath her sheer long skirt on Friday, ahead of Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s rumoured Italian wedding. The NBA star also joined his … Read more
Harry Styles’ long-awaited third studio album, Harry’s House, was released on May 20, and the pop star’s girlfriend Olivia Wilde has revealed her favourite track from the new album. The director of Don’t Worry Darling, 38, shared a snippet of Styles’ new song, Music for a Sushi Restaurant, on her Instagram Story on Friday. A … Read more
According to Christian leader Samir Geagea, Lebanon’s hijacked sovereignty must be returned following an election that denied the powerful Shiite movement Hezbollah a legislative majority. “All strategic decision-making should return to the Lebanese state… and security and military matters should be handled exclusively by the Lebanese army,” the head of the Lebanese Forces party told … Read more
Charities that run migrant rescue ships in the Mediterranean faced a pre-trial hearing in Sicily on Saturday for alleged collusion with people traffickers, After a controversial investigation that included extensive wiretapping. Twenty-one people have been charged with “aiding and abetting unauthorized entry into Italy” in 2016 and 2017, including members of Doctors Without Borders, Save … Read more
According to sources, Moto G42 will be designated by the model number XR2233-2. Leaked renders of the smartphone have also surfaced on the internet. Motorola, a Lenovo-owned brand, plans to release two more smartphones in the global market. While the Moto G82 5G was recently released in the global market, the company’s next smartphones are … Read more
Pete Davidson’s abrupt departure from Saturday Night Live has shocked fans, who are blaming the ‘Kardashian Curse’ for the comic’s shocking move. The King of Staten Island star rose to fame thanks to his mega-hit gig, which will be ending soon, as word broke on Friday that the 28-year-old is planning his final show this … Read more
Whitney Heard, Amber Heard’s sister, revealed that she asked Johnny Depp to strike her over text messages. Whitney admitted in court that she had a fun relationship with her ex-brother-in-law and once asked Depp to hit Amber during her sister’s marriage. “You testified that you had suspicions that Mr Depp was allegedly hitting your sister … Read more
Chris Evans declined Lizzo’s offer to perform on her new album with his piano, as the singer recalled being turned down by the Avengers star. According to the Daily Mail, the 34-year-old singer “literally hit [Chris] up.” “‘Play piano on my album,’ I said, and he just laughed.’ It would have been awesome, but not … Read more
KARACHI: The Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) announced countrywide protests on Saturday against arrest of senior PTI leader Shireen Mazari. In a tweet, PTI Chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan said his party would hold the protest on Saturday and after PTI’s core committee meeting on Sunday, he would announce date for the long … Read more
Angelina Jolie once advised her longtime friend and co-star Johnny Depp not to date Amber Heard. According to media reports, the Eternals actor warned Depp about Amber Heard and demonstrated her “dislike” for the The Rum Diary star during the promotion of their then-released film The Tourist in 2010. She also pleaded with Depp to … Read more
Kourtney Kardashian and drummer Travis Barker are getting married in Italy and are getting ready to walk down the aisle. While the Kardashian-Jenner clan jetted off to Portofino, Italy, for the wedding, Tristan Thompson chose to spend time with his daughter True Thompson. While his ex-wife Khloé was in Italy for the wedding, the NBA … Read more
President Joe Biden signed legislation on Saturday to provide extra $40 billion in US aid to Ukraine as the Russian incursion enters its fourth month. The bill, which received bipartisan support in Congress, strengthens the US commitment to Ukraine at a time when the war’s future is uncertain. Ukraine has successfully defended Kyiv, and Russia … Read more
Amber Heard has admitted that she isn’t even sure if her character survived the final cuts of Aquaman 2. During her testimony in a Fairfax, Virginia courtroom, the actor discussed her possible future in the Aquaman franchise. During her testimony in a Fairfax, Virginia courtroom, the Aquaman actor addressed the possibility of keeping her Aquaman … Read more
Fans were outraged when Hollywood star Johnny Depp revealed his celebrity crush to Ellen DeGeneres. In an interview with comedian, host, and actress Ellen DeGeneres in 2017, a year after his divorce from Heard, the Pirates of the Caribbean star revealed that he once had a crush on actress Carol Channing, a well-known Broadway star … Read more
