OUTSTRETCHED HAND Baerbock said she was travelling to Syria with an “outstretched hand” as well as “clear expectations” of the new rulers, who she said would be judged by their actions. “We know where the HTS comes from ideologically, what it has done in the past,” said Baerbock in a…
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Here is what you need to know about the prize pot on offer at the 2025 Australian Open, the first Grand Slam tournament of the year:WHEN IS THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN HAPPENING?* It runs from Jan. 12-26.WHAT IS THE TOTAL PRIZE FUND IN 2025?* The total prize money is A$96.5 million ($59.90 million), an increase of 11.56 per cent from 2024.HOW MUCH WILL MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SINGLES PLAYERS EARN?* First round: A$132,000 * Second round: A$200,000*…
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Inbound tourism figures have slowly picked up in 2024, gaining by 12 per cent from 2023. However, tour operators say the growth has yet to trickle down to them. They are looking to offer new experiences in order to sustain their businesses in 2025. Dr Nisha Abu Bakar, Principal Consultant…
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Since ousting Assad on Dec 8, extremist rebels led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) have sought to reassure Arab countries and the international community that they will govern on behalf of all Syrians and not export Islamist revolution. HTS was al Qaeda’s Syrian affiliate until it broke off ties in…
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WASHINGTON :Elon Musk’s SpaceX said on Friday its upcoming Starship test flight would include the rocket’s first attempt to deploy payloads in space by releasing 10 model Starlink satellites, a key demonstration for Starship’s potential in the satellite launch market.”While in space, Starship will deploy 10 Starlink simulators, similar in…
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WHAT HOME APPLIANCES ARE SUITABLE TO USE WITH SMART PLUGS? Electrical devices such as standing fans, desk and floor lamps, aquarium and grow lights, electric kettles, coffee makers, phone chargers, air purifiers, dehumidifiers, TV and even holiday decorations are perfect for smart plugs. However, refrain from pairing smart plugs with…
