Web archive - December 9, 2024

Business

UAE to implement 15% minimum tax on multinational companies starting in January

DMTT is part of the OECD’s global minimum corporate tax agreement which has 136 signatories, including the UAE

World

At least 184 killed in Haiti in brutal gang attack over witchcraft allegations

The killings took place in the Cite Soleil area, a densely populated and violent slum on the edge of the capital

Entertainment

Golden Globe nominations 2025 spotlight Wicked, The Bear, and Emilia Pérez

Golden Globes 2025 honor Wicked, The Bear, Emilia Pérez, Viola Davis, and Ted Danson.

Life & Style

Filmmaker Atlee expresses gratitude to Shah Rukh Khan for making his Bollywood dream come true

Khan was present in Atlee’s new movie, ‘Baby John’ trailer launch , starring Varun Dhawan and Wamiqa Gabbi

Entertainment

Ronnie 2K rumored to be fired amid growing fan criticism of NBA 2K25

Rumors swirl about Ronnie 2K’s firing following fan backlash over NBA 2K25’s release and ongoing criticism.

Pakistan

Zartaj Gul demands answers on Nov 26 shooting, targeting of Pashtuns in Islamabad

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry denies claims of Pashtuns being targeted, stating arrests included people from various regions

Pakistan

No charges framed in Toshakhana 2.0 case, Bushra Bibi's warrants suspended

Court defers indictment until December 12, provides FIA with copies of investigation report at the defendants' request

Entertainment

Brad Pitt films F1 movie during Abu Dhabi Grand Prix sparking fan reactions

Brad Pitt films F1 movie at Abu Dhabi GP as Ferrari bids farewell, McLaren wins title, and fans react online.

Pakistan

K-P govt announces memorial ceremony for deceased PTI workers at Minar-e-Pakistan on Dec 25

Sohail Afridi challenges PML-N to hold rally on Dec 25, promising to resign if PTI's turnout isn't bigger than PML-N's

Technology

Nvidia faces probe in China as AI battle between US, China intensifies

The US government fears that China could use advancements in AI for military purposes