New York City Mayor Eric Adams has affirmed his commitment to his reelection bid, dismissing reports of a potential role in a future Trump administration. Despite efforts by Trump aides to nominate him as US ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Adams has made it clear that he will not step aside.
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The Asia Cup 2025, held in the UAE from September 9–28, will see revised match timings due to extreme heat, with 18 of 19 games now starting at 6:30 PM GST (8 PM IST). Featuring eight teams in a T20 format, the tournament includes high-profile clashes like India vs Pakistan and serves as key preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy.
The UAE is set for a busy September, hosting a range of global events that reinforce its role as a major hub for business, innovation, and cultural exchange. Key events include the Expo Science International, WHX Tech 2025, the International Real Estate Show, and the International Postal Congress, showcasing advancements in sectors like healthcare, defense, real estate, and technology.
But jokes and commentary aside, the Brahmin Bogeyman is a peculiar and very long-standing secular tradition of Indian politics and academia, which goes back to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. From an Ayn Rand socialist utopia in the North to a Stalinist one in the South, Brahmins have been an easy scarecrow politically. In America, it was an easy code to target high-achieving Indians, accusing them of caste oppression and complicity, with even attempts at state legislation to “eradicate... Expand
Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea have disrupted internet access in parts of Asia and West Asia, impacting connectivity in India, Pakistan, and Kuwait. The disruptions, affecting major cable systems like SMW4 and IMEWE, have led to increased latency and slower internet speeds for users in the UAE.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) is evaluating the potential consequences of a proposed $107 million funding reduction by the Trump administration. This cut, representing 22% of the ILO's regular budget, raises concerns about potential job losses within the UN agency.