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Taiwan romance novelist Chiung Yao dies at 86
Taiwanese writer Chiung Yao, whose romance novels were wildly popular in the Chinese-speaking world, has died, authorities said Wednesday. She was 86.

South Korean president pressed to step down over martial law bid
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faced demands to resign on Wednesday after his short-lived attempt to impose martial law was voted down by lawmakers and brought thousands of protesters to the streets.

Parthenon Marbles loom large as Greek PM holds talks in London
The British and Greek prime ministers held talks Tuesday focused on illegal migration and supporting Ukraine but with a long-running dispute over the Parthenon Marbles ancient art work looming over the meeting.

Seized mafia art on display in Milan
More than 80 contemporary works of art confiscated from the Italian mafia, including by Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol, went on display Tuesday in Milan.

Sadot Group Inc. Completes Strategic $3.0 Million Capital Raise
Sadot Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SDOT) ("Sadot" or the "Company"), today announced the pricing of a strategic $3.0 million capital raise through a convertible 12-month note. The note is convertible into shares of common stock at a fixed purchase price of $4.10 per share, with no warrant coverage. The Company plans to use the proceeds for general business expenses and growth initiatives, including recent expansions into Canada and Brazil, and potential farming operations in Indonesia.

Greenlane Signs Exclusive Global Multi-Year Global Agreement to Distribute the CURB Lifestyle, Inc. Breakthrough Inhalation Device Technology for Nicotine, Cannabinoids and Other Wellness Compounds
Combining Greenlane's industry leading omnichannel distribution platform serving wellness, health, and cannabis industries, with CURB Lifestyle’s innovative inhalation technology

I'm the taxman!: New docs reveal legal woes behind Beatles split
Recently found legal documents that shed new light on the demise of The Beatles are to go on sale next week, UK auction house Dawsons said Monday.

Australian PM ready to 'engage' with Musk on social media teen ban
Australia's prime minister said Sunday he was ready to "engage" with billionaire X owner Elon Musk over his criticism of the government's ban on under-16s joining social media.

South Korea star Jung Woo-sung apologises after baby scandal
One of South Korea's top actors apologised after it was revealed he fathered a child with a woman he is not married to, sparking nationwide scrutiny in a country where births outside marriage are still seen as taboo.

Teen news boss criticises Australian social media ban
An Australian teenage news boss says landmark legislation barring under-16s from social media is a "really bad idea" that will stifle young people's creativity.

Five things to know about NewJeans' shock split from agency
Chart-topping group NewJeans shocked the K-pop world with their announcement that they are quitting their label ADOR over what they described as "mistreatment".

Social media companies slam Australia's under-16 ban
Social media giants on Friday hit out at a landmark Australian law banning them from signing up under-16s, describing it as a rush job littered with "many unanswered questions".

TikTok tactics shake up politics in Romania
Barely known a year ago, far-right candidate Calin Georgescu successfully dominated social network TikTok to emerge the shock winner of Romania's first-round presidential election -- an online campaign that has raised suspicions.

French luxury mogul Arnault defiant at ex-spy chief trial
France's richest man, LVMH chief Bernard Arnault, testified Thursday in the influence-peddling trial of the former head of France's domestic intelligence agency, denying any knowledge of an alleged scheme to protect the luxury group.

Agronomics Limited Announces Net Asset Value Calculation as at 30 September 2024
Agronomics Limited (AIM:ANIC), a leading listed company focused on the field of cellular agriculture, announces that its unaudited Net Asset Value ("NAV") calculation as at closing on 30 September 2024 was 15.73 pence per share, a 4.2% decrease from 16.42 pence per share at 30 June 2024. Net Assets stand at £158 million, including investments of £147 million and uninvested cash and short-term deposits of £12 million.

Ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' up for auction
Ruby slippers worn by actress Judy Garland in classic film "The Wizard of Oz" will be sold at auction next month, nearly 20 years after they were stolen.

Chinese island plastic pollution turned into artistic omens
As storm clouds gathered on a forgotten beach in China's Miaodao islands, artist Fu Junsheng picked his way through piles of plastic waste washed up along the shoreline, looking for inspiration.

Hello Kitty owner plunges 17% on sharesale plan
Shares in the Japanese entertainment giant behind the popular Hello Kitty brand plunged on Wednesday after major shareholders said they would reduce their stakes.

Hand-built fantasy tower brings value to Tokyo, creator says
Passers-by stop and stare at the ramshackle, hand-built concrete tower that looks like it has been lifted right out of a Japanese animation and dropped onto a real-life Tokyo street.

'American Railroad' musical project showcases untold immigrant stories
The Grammy- and Pulitzer-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens has long made music that sheds light on America's untold stories, and her latest project brings to the fore marginalized groups that built its railroad.

urban-gro, Inc. Receives Nasdaq Notification of Non-Compliance with Listing Rule 5250(c)(1)
urban-gro, Inc. (NASDAQ:UGRO) ("urban-gro" or the "Company"), an integrated professional services and Design-Build firm offering solutions to the Controlled Environment Agriculture ("CEA") and other commercial sectors, today announced that the Company received a notice (the "Notice) from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") on September 21, 2024, stating that because the Company had not yet filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2024 (the "Form 10-Q"), the Company continues to not be in compliance with Nasdaq listing Rule 5250(c)(1), which requires listed companies to timely file all required periodic financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Agronomics Limited Announces All G Co Update
All G Receives Approval for Sale of Recombinant Bovine Lactoferrin in China

Rod Stewart to play Glastonbury legends slot
British rock star Rod Stewart is set to play the coveted legends slot at Glastonbury next year, over two decades after he headlined the iconic music festival, the organisers said Tuesday.

urban-gro Expands Cannabis Sector Offering with Launch of New Processing and Extraction Division
urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq:UGRO) ("urban-gro" or the "Company"), an integrated professional services and Design-Build firm offering solutions to the Controlled Environment Agriculture ("CEA") and commercial sectors, today announced the launch of its new Processing and Extraction Division. Further expanding urban-gro's sector offering, this strategic expansion driven by client demand, delivers cutting-edge solutions designed to optimize cannabis facilities for post-harvest operations.

Social media firms raise 'serious concerns' over Australian U-16 ban
Australia's proposal to ban under-16s from social media platforms is "rushed", social media companies claimed Tuesday, expressing "serious concerns" about potential unintended consequences.

Bestselling 'Woman of Substance' author Barbara Taylor Bradford dies aged 91
Bestselling British-American writer Barbara Taylor Bradford, whose first novel "A Woman of Substance" turned her into an overnight success, has died aged 91, a spokeswoman said on Monday.

Notre Dame inspired Americans' love and help after fire
Through an avalanche of giving in amounts from $10 to $10 million, Americans have proved their love for Paris's Notre Dame cathedral, mobilizing to support the rebirth of a monument they hold dear.

Oheneba Poku Foundation - Africa sets Gold Standards for Mineral Sourcing
Africa Sets the Gold Standard: Responsible Mineral Sourcing Initiative for Africa Launched at the Dubai Precious Metals Conference

'Gladiator II', 'Wicked' battle for N. American box office honors
Hollywood got respite from a slack few months as two much-anticipated new films -- Universal's "Wicked: Part I" and "Gladiator II" from Paramount -- roared to the top of the North American box office this weekend.

Breyten Breytenbach, writer who challenged apartheid, dies at 85
South African writer and anti-apartheid activist Breyten Breytenbach died on Sunday in Paris at the age of 85, his daughter told AFP.

Germany goes nuts for viral pistachio chocolate
When Ali Fakhro lays out a row of pistachio-filled chocolate bars in the morning at his bakery in Berlin, he knows they will be gone in a matter of hours.

Basel votes to stump up bucks to host Eurovision
Basel voters on Sunday overwhelmingly approved the city putting up nearly $40 million towards hosting next year's Eurovision Song Contest, meaning the glitzy annual TV extravaganza will go ahead with its full customary pomp.