Doctors Warn Sugary Drinks Marketed as ORS May Endanger Children’s Health
Sinner Triumphs Over Zverev to Win Second Vienna Open Title
Vienna, October 27, 2025World No. 2 Jannik Sinner displayed remarkable resilience and precision as he defeated Alexander Zverev to capture his second Vienna Open title on Sunday. The Italian star overcame a slow start and physical struggles to claim a hard-fought 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 victory in a gripping final that lasted two hours and 29 minutes.Sinner, the top seed, successfully reclaimed the crown he first lifted in 2023, marking his 21st tour-level title and extending his unbeaten streak on indoor hard courts to 21 matches. Speaking after his victory, Sinner said, “It feels amazing. It was such a difficult start for me. Zverev was serving incredibly well, and I couldn’t convert my chances early on. But I tried to stay strong mentally and play my best...
Adultoween: How Adults Are Making Halloween Their Own
New York, Oct 26, 2025:Halloween is no longer just for kids. The growing phenomenon of “Adultoween” is redefining October 31st, as adults worldwide increasingly embrace the festivities for themselves. A recent survey by Ferrero, the global confectionery giant behind Nutella, Kinder, and Tic Tac, found that 62 percent of adults now celebrate Halloween, underscoring a cultural shift in how the holiday is perceived.Adultoween, a term used to describe adult participation in Halloween, reflects the desire of grown-ups to enjoy the holiday without being restricted to family obligations. Ferrero’s survey shows that 71 percent of parents believe Halloween belongs to adults as much as to children, while 47 percent of all adults consider it their favorite...
Trump Signs Major Trade and Critical Minerals Agreements with Southeast Asian Nations
Kuala Lumpur, October 26, 2025U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday signed a series of landmark agreements with Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia to strengthen trade ties and secure access to critical minerals, as Washington moves to counter China’s dominance in the rare earth sector.During his visit to Kuala Lumpur for the ASEAN summit, Trump finalized reciprocal trade deals aimed at reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers while maintaining a 19% tariff rate on most exports from the three countries. The agreements seek to rebalance trade relations and promote industrial cooperation.Additionally, the United States inked critical minerals partnerships with Thailand and Malaysia to diversify supply chains amid growing Chinese export restrictions...
Vietnam’s National Assembly Approves New Deputy Prime Ministers and Ministers
Hanoi | October 25, 2025Vietnam’s National Assembly has officially confirmed the appointments of two new deputy prime ministers and three cabinet ministers, marking a significant reshuffle in the country’s leadership ahead of the upcoming Communist Party Congress scheduled for January. The appointments, finalized on Saturday, were announced through the state-run Vietnam News Agency.Former Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra and Ho Quoc Dung, the former Communist Party chief of Gia Lai province, were approved as the new deputy prime ministers. Both officials bring extensive administrative and political experience, reflecting the leadership’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the government’s executive team before the Party’s next five-year...
FATF Warns Pakistan, Stresses Continued Vigilance Against Money Laundering and Terror Financing
Paris, October 25The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global watchdog on terror financing and money laundering, has issued a warning to Pakistan, stressing that its removal from the FATF greylist in October 2022 does not grant it immunity from international scrutiny. Speaking at a press conference following the FATF plenary session in France, FATF President Elisa de Anda Madrazo emphasised that countries previously listed must continue to strengthen their financial oversight and remain vigilant against criminal and terrorist financial activities. She cautioned that delisting does not mark the end of the monitoring process.“Any country that has been on the greylist is not bulletproof against the actions of criminals — be they money launderers...
Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, Revered Royal and Global Style Icon, Passes Away at 93
Bangkok, October 25Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, a beloved figure who brought elegance, grace, and modern sophistication to the Thai monarchy, passed away at the age of 93, the Royal Household Bureau announced on Saturday. The Queen Mother, who had largely withdrawn from public life after suffering a stroke in 2012, had been hospitalized since 2019 due to ongoing health complications. Officials said she developed a bloodstream infection on October 17 and passed away late Friday night. A year-long mourning period has been declared for members of the royal family and household.Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has cancelled his trip to the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia to oversee arrangements for the royal funeral. The cabinet is scheduled to meet to finalize...
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