Trending World News for September 18, 2024
Stay updated with the latest news from across the globe on
September 18, 2024, as we bring you headlines and trending news events all
around the globe. Political realignments, economic diversifications, and all
that is necessary to keep you abreast of these important issues. Stay attuned
to everything, be it the latest news from the United Nations about the
Palestinian resolution or crucial discoveries in space exploration- this
hotlist will help keep you informed. As more stories continue to come in, such
as the rising concern over global climate protests or North Korea's missile
test, you'll find an in-depth coverage of the top trends that are shaping the
world today. Find the trending news on 18 September 2024 and stay updated with
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Global News Roundup - September 18, 2024
1. UN to Vote on Palestinian Resolution
The United Nations General Assembly is to vote on a
resolution calling on Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories
after the International Court of Justice had ruled that Israeli occupation was
illegal. The non-binding resolution is set to reopen the debate on the
Israeli-Palestinian issue and the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The vote
has significant implications in international diplomacy relations and could
lead to further discourses on human rights in that region.
2. Work Stress Claims Life of EY Employee
An India-based chartered accountant died of supposed
work-related stress just four months into her job at EY in Pune, India. Her
tragic death marks a point of conversation of the corrupt corporate culture dominating
high-stress industries in India. Here, the mother publicly attributed blame to
the firm over excessive work pressure and unrealistic deadlines that have been
highlighted as part of the growing mental health crisis among young
professionals in India.
3. Stree 2 Breaks Box Office Records
Horror-comedy Stree 2, this film has created history and
recorded itself as the biggest hit Hindi movie ever made. With a collection of
₹586 crore in India, the film out beat all the previous earnings like Jawan.
The seriousness of Stree 2 has been in humor mixed up with horror along with a
strong message about women's empowerment that has made it a cultural phenomenon
among all of India's film industry this year.
4. America's Got Talent Contestant Dies by Suicide
A 17-year-old contestant on America's Got Talent, Emily
Gold, died with the apparent reason for suicide months after a brilliant
performance on the show. Young artists facing mental health problems in modern
entertainment receive renewed attention through the death of Emily. Fans and
other contestants have expressed shock and grieve, pleading for greater support
in the mental wellbeing of performers.
5. Mumbai Beach Cleanup Drive
Niranjan Hiranandani, one of India's top real estate
developers, in partnership with Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurana, launched the
biggest beach clean-up initiative at Versova Beach, Mumbai. The response was
very high as it consisted of public volunteers along with celebrities. This
campaign brought to light the importance of sensitisations or making people
aware of the environment and community involvement in finding a solution for
India's urban coastal pollution issue.
6. Pizza Hut's Innovative Way of Selecting Resources
Pizza Hut is making quite the innovative recruiting push by
printing job seekers' resumes directly onto pizza boxes. The effort has gained
considerable publicity as perhaps the most effective method of alleviating the
worker shortage within the food service industry today. This offers the
employer a convenient channel to prospects and makes for a somewhat
entertainingly unique hiring process.
7. Kate Middleton Returns to Her Royal Duties
Since Kate Middleton received chemotherapy and was released
from treatment, she returned to her royal events. This marked the return of the
duchess in public after being last spotted at Windsor Castle, although much
awaited because she had withdrawn from all her royal engagements and charities
for her health and general wellbeing. Middleton's reemergence among the public
indicates that she will resume her active position in important royal events
and charities. In fact, she is expected to do quite a number of them, most
markedly during Remembrance Sunday.
8. Worker Strikes Against French Government Pension Reforms
France continues to grapple with wave upon wave of strikes
protesting against the unpopular pension reforms spearheaded by the French
government. Public sector employees, ranging from transport workers and
teachers, have been walking out on a general strike that has resulted in total
shutdowns across most parts of the country. For three weeks running, the
strikes have caused panic in France and have transformed its life into totally
unlivable status quo as pressure mounts against the government to reverse its
policies.
9. UK Inflation Eases a Bit in August
The UK says inflation eased a bit in August-a bit of relief
for consumers who are being squeezed by increasing prices. Food and energy
costs were stabilized as they had increased in the first part of the year.
While it is a relief, the issue remains at the heart of households' problems,
and economists warn against such warnings about uncertainty on the global arena.
10. Russian Drone Attack Hits Ukrainian City
Russian drones hit the western Ukrainian city of Lviv in a
strike that caused serious damage to infrastructure and cut off electricity
access to parts of the city. The attack is part of the ongoing conflict between
Russia and Ukraine. Recently, it escalated to a more destructive level.
According to authorities, Ukrainian officials are blaming Russia for attacking
civilian areas as both countries fight through a brutal war.
11. Earthquake Strikes Turkey's East Coast
A 5.7 magnitude
earthquake has struck Turkey's eastern coast, damaging buildings and
infrastructures in several cities. However, there were no reports of immediate
fatalities, and emergency teams were dispatched to carry out rescue and
recovery operations. It continues to raise concerns on Turkey's vulnerability
to earthquakes, especially in high-risk areas.
12. Elon Musk's Neuralink Begins Human Trial
Neuralink, the brain-implant company of Elon Musk, has
formally begun its first human trials to create technology that could connect
the human brain with computers. It will help patients suffering from severe
neurological disorders regain their motor functions if the project goes well.
Then, it will transform the ways in which injuries in the brains and
neurological diseases will be treated.
13. China's Economy Slows in Q3 2024
China's economy slowed in the third quarter of 2024 as
growth in industrial output and retail sales came up short of expectations,
adding pressure to the long run recovery of China given that the country
continues to live in the shadows of the complications of global supply chain
disruptions and a weakening housing market.
14. North Korea Conducts Missile Test
On the back of persistent tensions in the region, North
Korea has just launched another ballistic missile into the sea, and the world
is once again gripped by fear. The ballistic missile launch is evident as a
display of power by Pyongyang against stagnating diplomatic efforts to
denuclearize the Korean Peninsula. The international community has condemned
the ballistic missile launch, urging renewed negotiations.
15. Amazon set to Launch AI Shopping Assistant
Amazon would introduce an AI assistant that will guide users
to make better buying decisions. This system would come with personalized
suggestions, and it would be a way to make the experience that much better by
showing users the things that they liked most and what was coming their way
next. Assistant is part of Amazon's bigger move towards integrating AI across its
platform.
16. Climate Activists Protest in London
Climate activists on the London roads, for the third time
this month, block the major ones and ask for more active measures by the
government in the fight against climate change. The protest is part of the
global movement in large numbers and hundreds to raise awareness about the
environmental crisis. There's a call for immediate policy changes such as
reducing carbon emissions, shifting to renewable energy, and sources of power.
17. Brazil Faces Drought Crisis
Brazil is suffering through one of the worst droughts in
decades, severely affecting agriculture, and leaving many parts of the country
short of water. Farms in that agricultural heartland are unable to keep their
crops alive, with water reserves severely depleted. For the current government,
this might force extreme action to deal with the increasingly critical
situation.
18. India Prepares for Mars Mission 2
India's space agency, ISRO, is set to send its second mission
to Mars with a view to widening its country's deep space exploration
capabilities. In the Mars Mission 2, the agency will explore the Martian
atmosphere and surface in a step that follows the gains recorded following its
first mission to Mars called Mangalyaan. The space mission is set to take off
early in the year 2025.
19. Google Faces Antitrust Lawsuit in U.S.
Google Faces Antitrust Case in U.S. Landmark Lawsuit Accuses
Company of Squeezing Out Competition and Reducing Options for Consumers Cindy
Guerra HOLLYWOOD By JESSE McKINLEY The case against Google reads like a
doomsday scenario: an enormous, monolithic company that strangles competition
and squeezes out multibillion-dollar profits from advertising at the expense of
consumers. The United States Department of Justice believes this to be the
truth as it presents a landmark antitrust case against Google in court. Accused
by the department of monopolizing online search markets and preventing its
competitors from becoming viable, the U.S. trial could have significant
consequences for Google and the wider tech sector.
20. Global Markets React to Fed Decision
Global equity markets were seen reflecting the uncertainty
of the last interest rate announcement by the U.S. Federal Reserve. The
investors still fear that the Fed may continue to hike rates further with the
aim to control inflation, leading the economy to a "soft landing."
This uncertainty has led to sharp intraday fluctuations in major indices.
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