The last four miners trapped deep below the surface in the Totten Mine near Sudbury, Ont. climbed their way to safety early Wednesday morning, the company that owns the mine said. Vale said the rescue operation that saw 39 workers climb a series of ladders is complete. “This is tremendous news flowing from very difficult circumstances,” Vale…
Taliban Says US Will Face ‘Consequences’ If It Continues Drone Activities in Afghanistan
The Taliban terrorist group on Wednesday demanded the United States, among other countries, to abort its drone patrols over Afghan airspace or face “negative consequences.” “Afghanistan’s sacred airspace is being occupied by U.S. drones,” Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid wrote on Twitter. “These violations must be corrected and prevented.” “We call on all countries, especially the United…
An Orphan-Turned-Accountant Gives Back to Undervalued Communities
When he was 8 years old, Andre Henry became an orphan after losing his parents. At the time, he had been living in the projects in Chester, Pennsylvania. “Having to deal with that type of environment and living there on a daily basis was hard,” said Henry, 29, in an interview. The loss of his…
Fitch Lowers Evergrande Rating on Likely Missed Interest Payment
September 29, 2021
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Rating agency Fitch has downgraded cash-strapped Chinese property giant Evergrande from CC, or a very high level of credit risk, to C, or near default. Fitch said in a Sept. 28 rating action announcement it had downgraded both Evergrande and its subsidiaries Hengda and Tianji, due to a likely missed bond coupon payment. “The downgrades reflect…
Defeated Tory Candidate to Ask Court to Quash Liberal Win in Calgary Skyview
The Conservative incumbent who was defeated in Calgary Skyview in last week’s federal election is planning to ask a court to quash the result, given allegations of dirty tricks by the Liberal victor. Liberal George Chahal was captured on a doorbell camera on the eve of the election removing a campaign pamphlet left by his…
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Canadians Change Eating Habits as Food Prices Rise
Rising food prices have caught the attention of Canadians, leading to less meat consumption and a more careful approach to shopping. Meanwhile, one academic says Statistics Canada may be underestimating how much food inflation has taken place. Even if Statistics Canada’s estimates are on the conservative side, the increase is still substantial. The agency reports…
UK Government Should Tackle Chinese Influence, Over Dependency on Chinese Students in Universities: Lawmakers
The UK needs to improve its oversight mechanisms for foreign interference in institutions including higher education, a group of Conservative members of Parliament (MPs) said on Monday. The Tory backbenchers suggested the government should audit Chinese influences in British universities, advise academic institutions on China collaborations, and help create diversified income for colleges to reduce dependence on…
Micron Sees Dip in Chip Demand as PC Makers Face Parts Shortages
Micron Technology Inc., forecast current-quarter revenue below analysts’ expectations and warned that shipments for its memory chips were set to dip in the near term as its customers making personal computers face shortages of other parts. Shares of the Apple Inc-supplier, which also said it was experiencing shortages within its own supply chain for some…
Photographer Captures Fantastical Long-Tailed Indian Paradise Flycatchers in Stunning Photo Set
An Indian nature photographer has captured the breathtaking Indian paradise flycatcher in a series of uncanny close-up shots, showcasing the distinctive-looking bird in all its glory through the lens of an expert. Originally from Cuttack, Odisha, award-winning photographer Gyana Mohanty now works out of Navi in Mumbai. His passion for wildlife photography is dominated by…
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