Toshiba in talks with private equity giants KKR and Blackstone to revise strategy August 26, 2021 Toshiba is in talks with at least four global private equity firms including KKR & Co and Blackstone to seek their ideas for a new strategy, three sources with knowledge of the matter have said. Watch the full report.
Johnson & Johnson: Covid booster dose sharply increases levels of antibodies August 26, 2021 A booster dose of Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine sharply increased levels of antibodies, according to interim data from two early-stage trials, the company said late last night. Watch the full report.
Watch: US tells tech CEOs, finance sector and infrastructure firms to step up cybersecurity efforts August 26, 2021 The White House asked Big Tech, the finance industry and key infrastructure companies to do more to tackle the growing cybersecurity threat to the U.S. economy. President Joe Biden and members of his cabinet hosted a meeting last night UK time. Watch the full report.
Kabul airport chaos: Waiting Afghans say water costs $40 August 26, 2021 Afghans gathered near Kabul airport said yesterday that they faced miserable conditions as thousands wait to flee the country. Watch the full report.
Watch: Muhammad Ali’s journey from Bitcoin entrepreneur to fugitive August 26, 2021 Muhammad Ali said he dreamt of building a cryptocurrency business before the Taliban began its sweep through Afghanistan. The fall of Kabul forced him into a daunting journey west, through Iran and Turkey, evading border guards and security searches as he went. Watch the full report.
US and other Western nations warn for ISIS terror threat at Kabul airport August 26, 2021 The United States and allies urged people today to move away from Kabul airport due to the threat of a terror attack by Islamic State militants. Watch the full report.
Deadly floods in UK and Western Europe 20 per cent more likely in future August 25, 2021 Climate change has made deadly floods in the UK and Western Europe at least 20 per cent more likely to happen in the near future, according to a new study shared with City A.M. today. Watch the full report.
Dr. Fauci: US could control Covid by early next year August 25, 2021 The United States could get Covid-19 under control by early next year if vaccinations ramp up, Dr. Anthony Fauci said last night, with more potential approvals coming in the weeks ahead. Watch the full report.
Skiing in Africa? Lesotho’s snow lures tourists August 24, 2021 A vacation in Africa usually conjures images of palm-fringed beaches or safari tours – but in the mountain kingdom of Lesotho, one resort is attracting tourists seeking a more adventurous skiing destination. Watch the full report.
Afghanistan: Taliban are executing civilians, warns UN human rights chief August 24, 2021 The U.N. human rights chief said this evening that she had received credible reports of serious violations committed by the Taliban in Afghanistan, including “summary executions” of civilians and Afghan security forces who have surrendered. Watch the full report.