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South Korea Faces Population Plunge to 1970s Levels
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South Korea Faces Population Plunge to 1970s Levels

The South Korean government has warned that the country's population is on track to plummet to 1970s levels by the end of the century. This is due to a combination of factors, including low birth rates and an aging population. Other contributing factors include high socio-economic pressures that discourage young people from having children. South Korea, is known for having the world's lowest birth rate. The country is about to witness an even steeper decline in the coming years. The nation's overall population is expected to drop to levels not seen since the 1970s. This new data highlights a significant issue faced by South Korea, as well as other East Asian countries like Japan and Singapore. These nations are grappling with rapidly aging societies, only a few decades after their r...
UN Climate Summit Agrees to Transition Away from Fossil Fuels
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UN Climate Summit Agrees to Transition Away from Fossil Fuels

After days of negotiations, nearly 200 countries at the UN climate summit in Dubai have agreed on a historic deal to transition away from fossil fuels. This is the first time a global agreement has explicitly called for such a move. However, loopholes remain and concerns about financing for developing countries persist. In a groundbreaking decision, nearly 200 countries gathered at the UN climate summit (COP28) in Dubai have united in a historic deal to move away from fossil fuels. This marks an extraordinary moment as it's the first-ever global agreement that explicitly calls for such a transition. A giant stride forward in the battle against climate change. After days of intense discussions, the agreement outlines a clear path for nations to gradually reduce their dependence on fo...
Elon Musk’s Visit to Israel Amid Antisemitic Comment On X
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Elon Musk’s Visit to Israel Amid Antisemitic Comment On X

Entrepreneur Elon Musk, facing criticism for endorsing an antisemitic post, visited Israel to tour the site of a Hamas assault. The visit is considered a follow-up to a September meeting, aiming to strengthen Musk's relationship with the Jewish people and foster potential collaborations. Elon Musk is the entrepreneur and owner of X, Tesla, and SpaceX. He visited Israel on Monday following criticism for endorsing an antisemitic post. Musk toured the site of the Hamas assault on Israel and expressed his commitment to combatting hatred. He also watched footage of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, where Israel claims 240 people were taken captive. Musk met with families of hostages and had an online chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also emphasized the importance of taking act...
IMF Team to Visit Pakistan for First Review Talks on Nov 2
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IMF Team to Visit Pakistan for First Review Talks on Nov 2

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission will visit Pakistan on November 2, 2023. IMF wants to discuss the first review of the country's current $3 billion standby arrangement (SBA). Moreover, this was confirmed by the IMF's resident representative to Pakistan, Esther Perez Ruiz, on October 25, 2023. An important group from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is coming to Pakistan for discussions about the country's financial plan. This visit is part of the first review of Pakistan's $3 billion financial arrangement. Moreover, the leader of this group will be Nathan Porter, who is in charge of IMF's work in Pakistan. This news was confirmed by Esther Perez Ruiz, who represents the IMF in Pakistan. Moreover, she mentioned that Pakistan, which is currently being run by a tempora...
Rolls Royce to Cut 2,500 Jobs for a More Efficient Future
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Rolls Royce to Cut 2,500 Jobs for a More Efficient Future

Aeroengine maker Rolls-Royce announced on Tuesday that it will be cutting nearly 2,500 jobs as part of a plan to streamline its operations. The company said the cuts will be made across all levels of the business and will affect employees in the UK and around the world. Rolls-Royce, a company that makes engines for airplanes, has announced a plan to cut up to 2,500 jobs worldwide. This decision is aimed at making the company work better and save money. This move is the first big change made by Tufan Erginbilgic, who became the CEO in January. He said that Rolls-Royce was in a tough situation and needed to change. The company is based in Derby, UK, and has 42,000 employees all over the world. About half of them work in the UK. During the pandemic, when air travel was stopped for m...