Nvidia pays $5.5m SEC fine over crypto-mining disclosures
The chipmaker did not adequately disclose revenue from crypto mining, the US Securities and Exchange Commission said.
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Israel set to approve 4,000 settler units in occupied West Bank
If approved, it would be the biggest advancement of illegal settlement plans since US President Joe Biden took office.
At least 8 dead after explosion rocks hotel in downtown Havana
Cuban president's office says preliminary investigation indicates blast at Hotel Saratoga was caused by gas leak.
Brazil sets another Amazon deforestation record, prompting alarm
Environmentalists say Amazon loss in April, equivalent to 1,400 football fields, is very high for this time of year.
US sanctions North Korean cryptocurrency mixer Blender
The sanctions, imposed by the United States Treasury Department, are the first ever on a digital asset mixing service.
Europe a key global hub for billion-dollar cocaine market: Report
An estimated 14 million adults in the EU aged 15 to 65 have tried cocaine, and sales of the drug hit $11.1bn in 2020.
Evacuations resume from besieged plant in Mariupol
Dozens of civilians evacuated from Azovstal plant hours after Russia was accused of violating a ceasefire.
Nigeria’s central bank chief to run for presidency in 2023
There's been a multitude of interest from heavyweights and has-beens to succeed Muhammadu Buhari as Nigerian president.
South Africa launches world’s biggest hydrogen-fuelled truck
A number of countries have pledged $8.5bn and technical assistance to help South Africa become a low-carbon economy.
UK pushes tough tech rules under new digital watchdog
The Digital Markets Unit is aimed at giving consumers more choice online.
US stocks fall as jobs data adds to rate hike jitters
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep a firm grip on monetary policy amid a still tight labour market.
Why is Ukraine trying to cancel Russian culture?
Ukraine has ramped up its de-Russification efforts, but figures like Tolstoy and Pushkin were also targeted by Russia.
China makes second largest incursion into Taiwan air defence zone
Eighteen aircraft, including fighters and bombers, entered Taiwan's air defence zone, prompting the scrambling of jets.
Saudi-led coalition sends dozens of freed prisoners to Yemen
Coalition says 108 detainees were flown on Friday from Saudi Arabia to the southern Yemeni city of Aden.
UK’s Labour leader to be probed over ‘beergate’ allegations
Police says 'significant new information' prompted the decision to probe Keir Starmer over lockdown rule-breaking.
US sees strong job gains in April while wage growth moderates
Nonfarm payrolls increased 428,000 in April, matching the prior month, a Labor Department report showed on Friday.
Somalia: Lawmakers to decide president on May 15
The election process was destabilised by al-Shabab attacks as well as feuding between the president and the PM.
Russia: What is Victory Day, and why is it important this May 9?
Russia will celebrate the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany as its new war on Ukraine rages.
Labour takes key London district from UK’s ruling Conservatives
Loss of Wandsworth for first time in 44 years adds to pressure on Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Bougainville starts process to reopen controversial Panguna mine
Officials say the facility will provide crucial income despite causing war and pollution the last time it was open.