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Press releases published on April 30, 2025
Report states moderators encountering harassment at Meta’s new ‘secret site’
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Meta has relocated its African content moderation operations to a secretive new site in Accra, Ghana, following lawsuits in Kenya over alleged worker mistreatment, according to a joint investigation by The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ) …
US, France Urge Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Tensions
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, the United States and France jointly appealed to both Russia and Ukraine to agree to a ceasefire proposal intended to bring an end to the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, representatives from both nations exchanged blame over the …
Oil Prices Dip Due to Trade Tensions, Supply Concerns
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Oil prices continued their downward trajectory on Wednesday, pressured by fears of weak demand due to the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China, and growing worries about an oversupply in the market. Brent crude, the international benchmark …
Japan’s Food Products See Price Hikes in 2025
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 14,000 food products in Japan are set to experience price increases in 2025, surpassing the number of items that rose in cost the previous year, according to data from private research firm Teikoku Databank. A survey involving 195 leading …
Harvard Issues Apology for Antisemitism, Islamophobia Incidents
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Harvard University issued an apology on Tuesday, addressing the rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia on campus since the onset of the Israeli-Palestinian war in 2023. In a public letter to students and staff, President Alan Garber acknowledged …
Lebanon’s President Pushes Reform, Urges Israeli Retreat
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterated his nation's dedication to wide-ranging reforms during a meeting with a delegation headed by retired U.S. General Joseph Votel. "Lebanon is moving forward with economic, financial, and …
Pakistan Cautions of Imminent Indian Military Action
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistan issued a warning on Wednesday, raising concerns that India could launch a military strike within the next 24 to 36 hours, amid rising tensions following a deadly assault in Indian-administered Kashmir. The attack, which occurred last week …
Putin establishes new organization to crack down on illegal immigration
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree establishing a new government body dedicated to tightening control over immigration. The newly formed Citizenship and Foreign Nationals Registration Service will function under the Interior …
Federal Court Curbs Illegal Border Patrol Tactics
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A federal judge has mandated that the US Border Patrol cease engaging in unauthorized stops and warrantless arrests throughout California. This legal decision follows claims that such practices infringed upon civil liberties, prompting a lawsuit. …
Putin envoy provides timeframe for upcoming Russia-US contact
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin’s investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, has indicated that another round of talks between Russia and the United States is expected to take place next week. Speaking in an interview with Channel One on Sunday, Dmitriev …
U.S., France Push for Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Amid Escalating Tension
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, both the United States and France urged Russia and Ukraine to accept a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the war, though officials from both countries continued to trade accusations over the ongoing hostilities. John Kelley, acting U …
Pakistan Alerts of Possible Indian Military Attack
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistan issued a strong warning on Wednesday, cautioning that India might initiate a military operation within the coming 24 to 36 hours. This alert follows a surge in hostilities between the neighboring countries after a recent deadly incident …
Shenzhou-19 Astronauts Land Safely After 6 Months in Orbit
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Three astronauts from China’s Shenzhou-19 mission safely made their way back to Earth on Wednesday following a six-month stay on China’s Tiangong space station, according to local media. Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze landed at the …
Putin unveils key guest for Moscow Victory Day celebrations
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Chinese President Xi Jinping will be the main guest at Russia’s 80th Victory Day celebrations on May 9, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Xi will not only attend the parade in Moscow …
China Claims U.S. Exploits COVID Scapegoating to Hide Failures
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) China on Wednesday accused the United States of showing “indifference and delayed actions” during the global COVID-19 crisis, claiming that Washington has used Beijing as a scapegoat to shift focus away from its own failures in managing the …
Japanese Generative AI System Tops Medical Licensing Exam
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A generative AI system developed in Japan has passed the country’s national medical licensing exam, according to a report released on Tuesday. This Large Language Model (LLM) was created by researchers at the National Institute of Informatics as …
Putin envoy claims lots of US firms wanting to come back to Russia
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Numerous American companies that previously exited the Russian market due to political pressure are now seeking to return, according to Kirill Dmitriev, President Vladimir Putin’s investment envoy and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund ( …
EU expresses concerns over Trump possibly to quit Ukraine
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) European Union officials are increasingly concerned that U.S. President Donald Trump may abandon his commitment to resolving the Ukraine conflict, according to a Financial Times report. Despite campaign promises to end the war swiftly, Trump has …
Lavrov says ‘progress’ taking place in US discussions
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on Tuesday that Moscow and Washington are making progress in their diplomatic relations and are preparing for the next round of talks. Lavrov confirmed that both presidents had given the green light …
Ray Dalio Warns of Global Disruption After Trump Tariffs
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April 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Ray Dalio, the wealthy originator of Bridgewater Associates, voiced serious concerns on Tuesday about the consequences of U.S. Leader Donald Trump’s tariff strategies. According to Dalio, the globe is nearing a collapse of not only the financial …