Democrats' shutdown tactics now include blaming Trump for millions losing food aid Party leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries are signaling that Democrats won't vote to reopen the government unless their demands over health care are met. Read…

Congressional Democrats are marching in lockstep into the fourth week of a government shutdown, even as lawmakers brace for what could be the most painful point yet: a cutoff in federal food aid for more than 40 million people. But Senate Minority...

University of Melbourne launches flagship arts training program with Indonesia

The group of Indonesian theatre makers arrived in Melbourne on Monday and toured the Arts and Cultural Building in Parkville. Photo credit: University of MelbourneThe University of Melbourne has launched IndoTekno, a flagship training program...

Business News | SBI Life Insurance Registers New Business Premium of ₹18,349 Crores for the Period Ended on 30th September, 2025

PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27: SBI Life Insurance, one of the leading life insurers in the country registered a New Business Premium of ₹18,349 crores for the period ended on 30th September, 2025 vis-a-vis ₹15,725 crores for...

Trump signs trade deal with Japan's new leader as Asia tour continues

President Trump signed a trade agreement with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday, as he focuses on cementing deals with key U.S. trading partners during his nearly weeklong trip through Asia. The deal — which the two countries...

WHO urges NZ to close measles vaccination gap among Māori and Pacific communities

There are now eight confirmed cases in Manawatū, Nelson, Northland, Taranaki, Wellington and Auckland, raising fears of wider community spread. Only 72% of Māori under 5 are vaccinated, compared with 82% across the general population. To stop...

Business News | Banyan Group Celebrates Grand Opening of 100th Resort and Singapore Homecoming with Inaugural Rainforest Festival in Support of President's Challenge

PRNewswire Singapore, October 27: Banyan Group ("Banyan Tree Holdings Limited" or the "Group" - SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, proudly announces the inaugural Rainforest Festival, a week-long celebration marking the Grand...

Arizona State junior earns 2026 Masters, Open spots with playoff win at Asia-Pacific Amateur

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee rallied from a six-shot deficit with a 4-under 68 and beat 16-year-old Taisei Nagasaki of Japan on the third playoff to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur, sending him to the Masters and The Open...

Business News | Air Liquide Expands Its Presence in India with the Acquisition of NovaAir

BusinessWire India New Delhi [India], October 27: Air Liquide announces today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the India operations of NovaAir, a leading industrial gas producer and supplier, from PAG, an Asia-focused private...

AIG to Acquire Renewal Rights of Everest’s Retail Commercial Business Worth $2B

American International Group today said it has a definite agreement to acquire the renewal rights of Everest Group’s retail commercial insurance business. Everest will focus on its reinsurance, global wholesale and specialty insurance businesses....

Business News | Michelin Leads The Smart Mobility Revolution with Data and AI

PRNewswire Ho Chi Minh City [Vietnam], October 27: Michelin is undergoing a strong transformation by applying AI and smart analytics, helping lead the smart, safe, and sustainable mobility revolution in the Industry 4.0 era. Also Read | 'Mera...

Business News | India's Economy Poised for Strong FY26 Growth Amid Policy Reforms and Stable Inflation: Finance Ministry

New Delhi [India] October 27 (ANI): India's economy continues to gather pace, with recent government reforms and monetary measures expected to sustain growth momentum while keeping inflation in check, according to the Monthly Economic Review for...

Business News | Nemetschek Group Launches International Office Interiors Competition in Collaboration with Archdais

HT Syndication New Delhi [India], October 27: Nemetschek Group, a global leader in digital solutions for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC/O) industry, has announced the launch of its International Office Interiors Competition...

Business News | A Vietnamese Giant Takes Its Green Ambitions Global

NewsVoir Gurugram (Haryana) [India], October 27: Once rooted in traditional industries like real estate and retail, Vingroup now channels its ambition into a larger purpose: building a greener future for Vietnam and beyond. Also Read | PicSee App:...

Business News | Decoy Perfumes Partners with Reliance Smart Bazaar to Redefine Affordable Luxury Fragrances in India

VMPL Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 27: In a remarkable new collaboration, Decoy Perfumes, one of India's fastest-growing homegrown fragrance brands has announced its partnership with Reliance Smart Bazaar. This tie-up marks Decoy's...

Business News | Bajaj Markets Helping Indians Access Low-Interest Bike Loans Online

HT Syndication New Delhi [India], October 27: With personal transportation a priority for most Indians, the demand for affordable bike loans is on the rise. Bajaj Markets is meeting this demand by providing access to convenient and cost-effective...

Business News | Over 400 Exhibitors and 35,000 Visitors from 20+ Nations Will Converge at the Zak Expo on Glass, Doors, Windows, Facades & Aluminium Extrusions in Mumbai This December

PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27: The most trusted companies from the glass processing technologies, facades, fenestration and aluminium extrusions field will come together once again at India's leading platform - the Zak Expo on...

Business News | Kedis Mewali to Bali: The Homecoming of the Red-breasted Parakeet Revives Hope for Bali's Natural Restoration

PRNewswire Denpasar [Indonesia], October 27: The skies of Bali once again hold hope. After years of silence in its tropical forests, the distinctive calls of the Red-breasted Parakeet (Trichoglossus forsteni mitchellii) may soon echo once more...

Business News | Generative Product Leadership Podcast Spotlights Vinita Gupta -- A Silicon Valley Masterclass on Entrepreneurship and Resilience

India PR Distribution Palo Alto [California] / New Delhi [India], October 27: The latest episode of the Generative Product Leadership Podcast Series brought Silicon Valley's entrepreneurial journey to the forefront, featuring a high-impact...

Business News | PVL 2025 Season 4 (Final): Bengaluru Torpedoes Crowned Champions with a Commanding Victory Over Mumbai Meteors in Grand Finale

PNN Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], October 27: Bengaluru Torpedoes were crowned as the Champions of the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad, on Sunday, after defeating the Mumbai Meteors...

Business News | Dr. Sunil Kumar Sharma Honoured with Sutra Samman 2025 for Literary Excellence

PNN New Delhi [India], October 27: The cultural capital of Bastar, Jagdalpur, reverberated with literary fervour as the Sutra Samman 2025 ceremony was held at the Bastar Chamber of Commerce, Jagdalpur. Also Read | ICC Women's World Cup 2025:...