Eid al-Fitr, the “Holiday of Breaking the Fast,” is celebrated by Muslims across the globe. This celebration marks the end of Ramadan. The date of Eid al-Fitr varies every year as it is determined by the sighting of the new moon in the Islamic calendar. This year, Eid al-Fitr falls on April 10 – April…
HSBC Leaves Argentina
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, commonly known as HSBC Holdings plc, is a British universal bank and financial services group headquartered in London, England. It was founded in 1991 and offers a wide range of products and services, including personal banking, business banking, wealth management, etc., with presence in over 60 countries. According to…
Microsoft To Separate Teams from Office
Microsoft, the multinational technology company, has recently announced that it will split its Office 365 suite into two separate products: Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams. Microsoft 365 will focus on productivity and collaboration tools, while Microsoft Teams will focus on chat, video conferencing, and file sharing for enterprise customers outside the EU and Switzerland. The…
Mozambique: 94 Killed in Boat Mishap
Mozambique, officially the Republic of Mozambique, is a country in southeastern Africa. It has a population of over 34 million residents as of 2023. It is bordered by the Indian Ocean, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. According to reports, a fishing boat carrying about 130 people traveling from Lunga in Nampula province to Mozambique Island…
Apple to Layoff 614
Apple, the multinational technology company, has announced plans to lay off 614 employees across various California locations. Workers affected by the layoffs include machine shop managers, hardware engineers, and product design engineers. These job cuts come after the company terminated its electric vehicle and smartwatch display projects, citing complexity and high cost. The report further…
2024: Total Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when the moon passes between the earth and the sun, blocking the sun’s light from reaching the earth. During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely covers the sun, leaving only the sun’s corona, or outer atmosphere, visible. The sky becomes dark, and it’s possible…
Amazon To Layoff Hundreds
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms to individuals, companies, and governments on a metered, pay-as-you-go basis. Its web services were founded in 2002, and its cloud computing unit was established in 2006. According to reports, AWS has announced plans to lay off hundreds of employees…
Google Podcast Shuts down
Google Podcasts is a podcast application developed by Google, and launched in 2018 for Android devices. In 2019, it launched versions for iOS and desktop. According to reports, Google has announced that its podcast application will shut down and will no longer be available to users. This is a result of the company’s aim to…
Kia Recalls 427,407 Vehicles
Kia has issued a recall of 427,407 vehicles due to a transmission problem that can cause the car to roll away while in park. According to the notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the shaft assembly may not be fully engaged due to suspected improper assembly by the supplier. Over time, partial…
Devastating Earthquake in Taiwan
Taiwan, also referred to as the Republic of China (ROC), is a country located in East Asia, bordered by the East and South China Seas, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, and the Philippines. It has a population of over 23 million residents as of 2022. According to reports, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck…