Microsoft had said it was seeking to buy the assets of TikTok in North America, Australia and New Zealand. It had not disclosed how much it was willing to pay, though sources previously told Reuters ... ( read original story ...)
Microsoft reportedly wants to buy up TikTok’s India operations too
After aiming to buy TikTok‘s US, Canada, Australia , and New Zealand business, Microsoft might be looking to include the Indian and European regions in the deal as well. According to a report by ... ( read original story ...)
UCF football to play Georgia Tech, won’t face UNC during 2020 season
The UCF football team will play Georgia Tech despite coronavirus scheduling changes, but North Carolina has officially dropped off the Knights’ schedule. ( read original story ...)
Palestine- Solidarity with Lebanon follows devastating explosion
PNN/ Ramallah/Following what was described as an apocalyptic scene, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas assured readiness to provide support to Lebanon to help i ... ( read original story ...)
Oman: Two more days until current lockdown is lifted
There are just two more days to go for the current lockdown period to conclude in Oman. The Supreme Committee has announced the lifting of the lockdown between governorate ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s largest bank reports 22% fall in quarterly profit as it guards against pandemic-induced risks
Net profit at DBS fell to 1.25 billion Singapore dollars ($912.9 million) in the second quarter — down from 1.6 billion Singapore dollars a year ago but beating Refinitiv estimates of around 1.19 ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Australia formalise digital economy pact
The second Digital Economy Agreement for Singapore, the Australian pact covers several areas of cooperation including cross-border data flow, digital payments, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and ... ( read original story ...)
What is it like to staycation now in Singapore
Singaporeans may not be able to travel yet, but at least hotels in Singapore are increasingly accepting staycation reservations. But it's not exactly business as usual at these hotels, though. We ... ( read original story ...)
Don’t stand so close: Singapore trials automated drones to check
By Tova Cohen and John GeddieTEL AVIV/SINGAPORE, Aug 5 (Reuters) - Beware, Singaporeans standing too close, automated drones might be keeping an eye on you from above.Singapore's police have been ... ( read original story ...)
Putin Is Ruling Russia Like a Central Asian Dictator
The Kremlin didn’t invent term limit resets and constitutional referendums. The autocratic leaders of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan blazed the trail. ( read original story ...)