How does a bank collapse in 48 hours? A timeline of the SVB fall
This week, the go-to bank for US tech startups came rapidly unglued, leaving its high-powered customers and investors in limbo. Source: Latest CNN News
“Goodwill and friendship”: Seychelles and Japan honour Emperor Naruhito
Seychelles and Japan will continue to work together in varying areas over the coming years, with relations between the two nations commemorated during a reception to honour Japanese Emperor Naruhito on Friday. Emperor Naruhito, who turned 63 on February 23, acceded to the Chrysanthemum Throne on May 1, 2019, beginning the Reiwa era, following the abdication of his father, Akihito. He is the [...]
Takeaways from America's second-largest bank failure
Silicon Valley Bank's 48-hour collapse led to the second-largest failure of a financial institution in US history. Source: Latest CNN News
'We want the treatment that humans expect and deserve,' says USWNT great
It was a eureka moment for the United States Women's National Team (USWNT). In November the team earned more money -- $6.5 million -- from its male equivalent reaching the knockout stages of Qatar 2022 than it did from winning its own World Cup tournaments in 2015 and 2019. Source: Latest CNN News
Long-haul secrets: When to eat, whether to remove shoes and why you might fart more
In our latest CNN Travel roundup, we bring you the airports offering the best customer experience, the cruise ship where you can live on board for $30,000 a year and why you're more likely to fart when your plane is taking off or landing. Source: Latest CNN News
Reduce stress and boost happiness with 4 daily gratitude practices
It's easy to have a sense of gratitude when things are going your way or when holidays, like Thanksgiving, dictate it. But just as showing love shouldn't be reserved only for good times and special occasions like anniversaries, being grateful shouldn't happen only during optimal conditions or on designated days. Source: Latest CNN News
Seychelles' President congratulates Chinese President Xi Jinping on his re-election
Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan has congratulated Xi Jinping on his re-election as President of China, State House said on Friday. Xi Jinping, 69, was re-elected for a third term as president of China on Friday during a parliamentary session. In his congratulatory message, Ramkalawan described his Chinese counterpart's achievement as a testament to his leadership and [...]
Harriet Tubman monument unveiled, replacing Columbus statue in Newark, New Jersey
A monument honoring famed abolitionist Harriet Tubman was unveiled in Newark, New Jersey, this week, replacing a statue of Christopher Columbus removed in 2020 amid social injustice protests, officials said. Source: Latest CNN News
UK to pay $576 million in deal with France to combat illegal immigration
The United Kingdom said on Friday it would pay $576 million over the next three years as part of a deal with France to combat illegal immigration across the English Channel. Source: Latest CNN News
Chinese city proposes lockdowns for flu — and faces a backlash
A Chinese city has sparked a backlash on social media after saying it would consider the use of lockdowns in the event of an influenza outbreak. Source: Latest CNN News