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People who report spending money on saving time are more satisfied with their lives than the others (Photo: Pixabay)

10 percent rise in billionaire numbers worldwide, finds study

Annual report recorded more billionaires in Asia than in US, with Europe taking third spot in the report's billionaire...

27 Oct 2017 3:08 AM

A group of Israelis who were physically and mentally scarred in shootings, suicide bombings and military operations were given free tattoos.

Tattoos help Israelis scarred by attacks and war

The Healing Ink project brought artists from Israel, Europe and the United States to Jerusalem for the event at the...

11 Oct 2017 9:09 AM

In the American states the black market was being fuelled by the higher cost of over-the-counter marijuana, the report concluded. (Photo: AFP)

Legalising marijuana can increase use: French study

In the American states the black market was being fuelled by the higher cost of over-the-counter marijuana, the report...

8 Oct 2017 9:15 AM

The Migration Court of Appeal said Wednesday it has reversed a decision to deport Bibihal Uzbeki who is severely disabled. (Photo: AP)

Sweden grants temporary asylum to 106-year-old Afghan woman

The Migration Court of Appeal said Wednesday it has reversed a decision to deport Bibihal Uzbeki who is severely...

4 Oct 2017 12:53 PM

Study of Red Pope by Francis Bacon (Photo: Twitter)

Francis Bacon's 'Study of Red Pope' hidden away for half a century to...

The painting is set to sell for a record Â£60 million.

16 Sept 2017 9:50 AM

Locals too are unhappy with the influx of tourists with many feeling that they are are being priced out of the city centre because of tourist accommodation. (Photo: AP)

Amsterdam to up tourist taxes to discourage visitors

Dutch city wants to increase tourist tax by as much as â‚¬10 a night to stop stag dos and other budget city breakers.

13 Sept 2017 6:10 AM

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Can bosses snoop on employees? European court to rule

The judges are expected to clarify if and when an employer is able to access private internet messages sent by employees...

5 Sept 2017 8:07 AM

Britains Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond holds up the traditional red dispatch box.

European tech leaders warn against EU digital services tax

The European Commission unveiled its plan in March, insisting that EU member countries should be able to tax firms that...

31 Oct 2018 5:24 AM

A Russian Soyuz-2 booster rocket takes off from the Plesetsk launch facility in northwestern Russia. (Photo: AP)

Europe backs own space launchers amid growing competition

The move is a response to the US government's decision to award lucrative launch contracts to private American space...

30 Oct 2018 6:14 AM

Google names its Android versions after sweet treats. (Photo: AP)

Google to charge Android partners up to USD 40 per device for apps

The new fee goes into effect on Oct. 29 for any new smartphone or tablet models launched in the European Economic Area.

20 Oct 2018 5:02 AM

Direct tax collection in the fiscal year just ended has exceeded the targets with a record 6.84 lakh income tax returns being filed, officials said today.

Massive tax scam cost Europe 55 billion euros: report

The stock changes hands so quickly that the tax authorities are unable to identify who is the true owner.

18 Oct 2018 10:08 AM

Facebook has become a means for those seeking to spread hate and cause harm, and posts have been linked to offline violence. (Photo: AP)

International lawmakers slam Facebook's effect on politics

Facebook has faced a barrage of criticism from users and lawmakers.

28 Nov 2018 2:21 AM