Russia grants citizenship to Edward Snowden
Putin signed a decree offering Snowden, along with some 72 other foreign nationals, Russian citizenship. The Kremlin published the list on their official website, without offering any comment on Snowden's citizenship. Snowden has not said anything yet either.
Apple makes iPhone 14 in India in shift from China
The California-based firm already makes older iPhone models in India via Taiwanese manufacturers such as Foxconn, which has a factory in the southern state of Tamil Nadu.
Shakira to face trial for tax fraud in Spain
Spanish prosecutors accused the entertainer in 2018 of failing to pay 14.5 million euros ($13.9 million) in taxes on income earned between 2012 and 2014. Prosecutors are seeking an eight-year prison sentence and a hefty fine if she is found guilty of tax evasion.
Australia to create national anti-corruption watchdog
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Attorney General Mark Dreyfus said in a statement the move would “restore trust and integrity in politics”, and funding of A$262 million (S$244 million) over four years will be provided.
NASA flies spacecraft into asteroid in direct hit
Dart's camera returned an image per second, right up to the moment of impact with the target - a 160m-wide object called Dimorphos.
Hurricane Ian lashes Cuba as Florida braces for 'major disaster'
Cuban authorities declared emergencies in six areas, with forecasters warning of storm surges on the coast along with flash floods and mudslides. Tens of thousands of people were told to leave their homes and seek shelter.
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