Today: October 14, 2026
Today: October 14, 2026

Economy

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New Zealand central bank chief sees risks to economy, inflation

New Zealand's top central banker said on Tuesday if recent gains in oil prices persist it would lead to "somewhat" higher inflation than previously forecast, adding that

Economy

South Korea confirms first project under $350 billion US investment pact despite viability concerns

South Korea confirmed its first project under a $350 billion US investment pact on Tuesday and said it is considering two others,

Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee tells AP he wants step-by-step approach to North Korea's nuclear dismantlement

South Korea’s liberal President Lee Jae Myung is calling for a practical and step-by-step approach to achieving North Korea’s nuclear dismantlement

Economy|Election|Political|US

Two Republican Senate candidates call for swift end to Iran war, diverging from Trump

Two Republicans in tight US Senate races called on Monday for a swift end to the war in Iran, the latest sign that vulnerable candidates are trying to put some

Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Seoul's green space is a battleground for its mayor and South Korea's president

A showdown over green space is pitting South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, who is trying to address a national housing crisis as his approval ratings slump,

Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Canada aims to cut time needed for project reviews, and address strikes

Canada on Monday unveiled draft legislation that would speed up the approval process for major natural resource projects, a

Business|Economy

Key issues for this week's Trump-Xi summit in Washington

US President Donald Trump is hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping for their second summit this year, as they seek stability in a relationship under

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Bank of Korea to assess inflation, growth for rate hikes, board member says

A board member of the Bank of Korea said on Tuesday the central bank will determine the timing and pace of further interest rate hikes by closely assessing inflation,

Economy|Technology|Travel

Flights disrupted across the US Northeast due to technical problems at a key air traffic center

Technicians have repaired data lines that failed at a key regional air traffic control center, and all major airports in the New York area began resuming operations after hundreds of flight cancellations rippled through the Northeast

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EU's Kallas says Red Sea mission needs more than 10 warships

The European Union's naval mission to protect shipping in the Red Sea would need to boost its numbers to more than 10 warships, its foreign policy chief

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CNN's Paula Hancocks reports on latest Houthi claims about targeting Saudi Arabia

CNN’s Paula Hancocks reports on the latest Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, as well as a fire at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The cause of the airport fire remains unclear, and Saudi authorities have not yet responded to CNN’s request for comment.

Economy|Environment|Europe

Moldovan leaders say will seek parliament's ok to declare energy, water emergency

Moldova's pro-European leaders said on Monday that they were asking parliament to declare a state of emergency for energy and water supply in

Economy|Europe

Not the time to soften stance over Belarus, Lithuania says

The European Union has no reason to ease sanctions on Belarus, Lithuania's foreign minister said on Monday, arguing that President Alexander

Business|Economy|Finance

Trading Day: AI euphoria back with a bang

Stocks roared higher on Monday, with the Nasdaq coming within 0.02% of June's record high, as the bullish AI narrative burst back into life,

Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Texas Governor Abbott halts all state-issued permits for data centers until grid audit is complete

Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Monday barred the state's environmental agency from issuing new permits for data centers until

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EU continues talks on renewal of Russia sanctions, diplomats say

European Union countries are continuing deliberations on a proposed deal what would lift sanctions on Russia-linked billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman but

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Venezuelan delegation in NY seeks debt, energy deals

A Venezuelan delegation led by interim President Delcy Rodriguez that is taking part in the United Nations General Assembly this week began

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UK to offer Saudi Arabia aerial refueling to counter Houthi attacks

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Britain has agreed to provide limited military support to Saudi Arabia to repeal attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen

Business|Economy|Political

Federal Reserve official says inflation persistence led her to support interest rate hike

A top Federal Reserve official says that stubbornly high inflation and the renewal of combat in the Middle East in August were key reasons she supported raising borrowing costs last week, when she also penciled in a second rate hike for later this year

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Wall Street rallies within 0.4% of its record after oil prices and bond yields ease

Wall Street climbed to the edge of its all-time high, and stocks rallied worldwide after oil prices and yields in the bond market surrendered their market-rattling gains from last week

Business|Economy

Trump administration sued over withheld federal grants for US community lenders 

A business advocacy group representing government-backed community lenders sued the U.S.

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AI could boost LatAm, Caribbean economy 5.1% over a decade but wages may fall, IDB says

Adoption of artificial intelligence could leave economic output in Latin America and the Caribbean 5.1% higher after a decade, while its effect on wages

Economy|Environment

A carbon-credit land rush is hollowing out New Zealand farm country

 At the start of lambing season, Fiona Ramsden's farm near the New Zealand village of Pongaroa is a picture of rural life: newborn lambs trailing their

Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI calls for US to take lead in global efforts to develop technical standards

Artificial intelligence giant OpenAI called on Monday for the United States to lead an international effort to develop global technical

Economy|Science

Trump says US is working on deal to purchase potash from Belarus

President Donald Trump said on Monday that Washington is working on a deal to purchase potash from Belarus for less than what the US currently pays to Canada.

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Saudi's Ceer unveils first EVs in bid to build regional auto powerhouse

Saudi startup Ceer made public its first two fully electric vehicle models on Monday and said it will launch five more models by

Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

A history of Warner Bros - from old Hollywood to streaming era

Paramount Skydance on Tuesday closed its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, forming an entertainment giant named Skydance and putting CEO David Ellison in charge of

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State attorneys general agree to settle Paramount merger lawsuit

State attorneys general agree to settle Paramount merger lawsuit

Economy|Political|Technology

CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump administration over White House access

CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump administration over White House access

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Oil price dips to $100 on hopes of US-Iran diplomacy, partial recovery in Saudi exports

Oil prices eased on Monday to their lowest level in 12 days, as investors hoped for diplomatic progress on the Iran war due to this

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World Bank, IMF back changes to debt framework for poor countries

The World Bank and International Monetary Fund said on Monday that both their executive boards had approved proposed reforms of their joint framework

Business|Economy|Europe

German institutes raise 2026 and 2027 economic growth forecasts, Handelsblatt reports

Germany's leading economic institutes have raised their forecasts for economic growth in Europe's largest economy for this year and next, Handelsblatt reported on Monday

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Fed, BoE probe banks' exposure to trading firms after Jane Street loss, FT reports

The US and UK central

Economy|Election|Europe

Is Germany’s leader Friedrich Merz doomed as far right wins again?

Is Germany’s leader Friedrich Merz doomed as far right wins again?

Economy|Political

US lawmakers urge Trump to maintain ban on Chinese automakers

More than two dozen Democratic lawmakers on Friday urged President Donald Trump to keep in place a ban on Chinese automakers out of the US market, ahead of

Economy|Finance

IDB drafts two-year Venezuela plan, says electricity and social needs are key

The Inter-American Development Bank is drawing up a two-year engagement plan for Venezuela focused partly on electricity and social protection, IDB

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Climate Week talks balance hope for clean energy against uncertainty over artificial intelligence

World and business leaders this week will grapple with the urgent costs of climate change

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Moscow oil refinery in flames after Ukrainian strike, video posted by Zelensky shows

A Moscow oil refinery in the southeast of the capital is in flames after a Ukrainian strike early Sunday, video from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's social media shows.

Business|Economy|Finance|Food

Operator of 314 Wendy's locations in the US files for bankruptcy protection

One of the largest U.S. franchisees for Wendy’s has filed for bankruptcy protection after the restaurant chain tried to terminate its franchise agreement

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Qatar's wealth fund and JP Morgan Asset Management to launch $20 billion partnership

Qatar's sovereign wealth fund QIA and JP Morgan Asset Management plan to launch a $20 billion strategic partnership across public and private markets in

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Mexico plans to boost US imports as part of trade treaty review, Sheinbaum says

Mexico is planning to buy more goods from the United States and reduce imports from other nations as part of the review of the US-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) trade agreement

Arts|Asia|Economy|Europe|MidEast

Yen eases as potential for intervention eyed

The Japanese yen retreated on Monday and was set for its fifth decline in six sessions as investors were attuned to any signs of a possible currency

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Global diesel prices hit record highs, further rises possible

Diesel prices have rallied in Europe and the United States to record highs as wars in Iran and Ukraine sharply cut exports from some of the

Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Canada says new US tariffs could slash fourth quarter growth

New US tariffs could slash Canada's fourth quarter growth to below 1%, reflecting a new wave of uncertainty that threatens to hit

Asia|Economy|Europe

Nasdaq hits record high as chipmakers fuel stock gains

The Nasdaq hit a record closing high on Monday, lifted by gains in Advanced Micro Devices and other AI heavyweights, while falling oil prices and long-

Economy|Europe

Far-left leader pushing to lead Berlin says city has voted for change

The far-left leader pushing to take over as mayor of Berlin promised on Monday to tackle unaffordable rents in the German capital, but faced early

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Paramount settles with California, other states over Warner Bros merger, Bloomberg News reports

Paramount Skydance has reached a settlement with California and other states suing to block its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery, Bloomberg News reported on Monday,

Economy|Europe|Political

Erosion of Germany's political centre exposes Merz's weakening grip on power

Germany's far right and far left both made big gains in Sunday's state elections, exposing yet again the erosion of the political centre in Europe's

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Smart ring maker Oura eyes $15.6 billion IPO valuation in fall listings demand test

Oura kicked off the roadshow for its US initial public offering on Monday, targeting a fully-diluted valuation of $15.62 billion as the smart ring maker tests

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Wall St opens higher as AI stocks advance, oil slides

Gains in AI stocks boosted the main US stock indexes on Monday, as Treasury yields retreated and crude prices tumbled more than 2% to hit an 11-day low on indications of progress

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AMD joins $1 trillion club as chipmakers rally on AI-driven demand

Advanced Micro Devices soared past $1 trillion in market capitalization for the first time on Monday, joining a small group of chipmakers to

Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle

FBI says 35 potential new victims step forward in 'fake 49er' case

FBI says 35 potential new victims step forward in 'fake 49er' case

Economy|Environment|Science

As cities prepare for 2026’s super El Niño, some crucial blind spots can’t be ignored

Aging levees and dams are only the beginning of the risks communities face. One of the biggest challenges is helping people manage the heat and storms.

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Google fined $463 million for breaching EU rule on location data

Google has been fined 403 million euros for breaching the EU's privacy rules by mishandling users' location data

Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Aerospace suppliers test rare-earth alternatives to ease reliance on China

Rare earth shortages are pushing some suppliers of aerospace companies to revisit decades-old turbine coating formulas once considered

Economy|Political|World

UK's Burnham heads to US with pragmatism in mind for Trump meeting

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will argue on Tuesday for Britain to play a leadership role on AI, in a speech capping his first foray into global

Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Fed's Goolsbee says strong demand may be adding to US inflation

US inflation may have moved beyond the tariff and energy prices shocks of the last 18 months and is now being driven by strong demand as well,

Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Swiss business groups pressure parliament over UBS capital rules before vote

Swiss business groups have weighed into the debate on tougher capital rules for UBS, writing to lawmakers to lobby against what they say risks being "excessive" regulation

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As lines grow at banks, Cuba tiptoes away from communism but stability seems distant

Víctor Rodríguez, a 72-year-old retiree, rose before dawn to nab his spot in line at a bank in Havana several kilometers from his home.

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Brazil economists cut end-2026 interest rate forecast to 13.50%

Private-sector economists polled weekly by Brazil's central bank lowered their estimate for the country's benchmark interest rate at the end of 2026, now expecting one

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China expels two top generals from party and military, alleging disloyalty and corruption

China has expelled two top military leaders, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, from the Communist Party and the military, an official announcement showed on Monday, citing

Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Drug developer ADARx seeks $1.74 billion valuation in US IPO

ADARx Pharmaceuticals, which develops RNA-based drugs for rare diseases, said on Monday that it was targeting a valuation of up to $1.74 billion, as it joins a

Economy|Europe|Political

Merz clings on after German election 'disaster'

Chancellor Friedrich Merz was clinging to power on Monday after his conservative party tumbled to its worst regional election defeat

Business|Economy|Health|Science

Novo says CagriSema shows greater weight loss than Lilly rival in diabetes patients

Novo Nordisk said on Monday its next-generation experimental drug, CagriSema, delivered an estimated average weight loss of 12.4% in a late-stage trial in patients with diabetes,

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What to expect at the UN General Assembly, the biggest event in world diplomacy

What to expect at the UN General Assembly, the biggest event in world diplomacy

Economy|Political|US

Republicans target Las Vegas congressional district with help from Trump's 'no tax on tips' policy

In Nevada's most competitive congressional district, Democratic Rep. Susie Lee is fending off a challenge from Republican candidate Marty O'Donnell, who has focused his campaign on the popular “no tax on tips” policy

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The housing market is shifting toward buyers. They’re still not feeling it

The housing market is shifting toward buyers. They’re still not feeling it

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Global diesel shortage likely to last into 2027 as storage tanks drain

A global diesel shortage fueled by wars in Iran and Ukraine is unlikely to ease before next year, according to storage market

Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

German inflation to stay high, growth has slowed, Bundesbank says

Inflation in Germany is set to remain elevated for some time due to higher energy costs linked to the Iran conflict and healthcare reforms due next year, the Bundesbank

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China's Xi chairs Politburo; Central Committee plenum set for October 26-29

China's Politburo held a meeting on Monday, the official Xinhua news agency reported, with President Xi Jinping chairing discussions on internal party governance and

Africa|Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

LNG buyers and sellers seek greater supply diversity amid Iran war

LNG buyers are looking to diversify sourcing as the US-Israeli war against Iran cuts Gulf shipments, with importers seeking

Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Volkswagen to ramp up restructuring after profit warning

Volkswagen will ramp up its restructuring programme, the head of its core brand said on Monday as German auto workers staged

Business|Economy|Environment|Interview|Science|Technology

Meta data center boosts Alberta appeal for hyperscalers, Capital Power says

Meta's plan to build a C$13 billion ($9 billion) data center in Alberta has boosted the Canadian province's appeal for hyperscalers, who see it as a

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Summiteering

After a turbulent week of central bank tightening, markets now turn to diplomacy - or at least top-level summits - as world leaders gather at the United Nations

Economy|Europe|Science|Technology

AI gains' distribution will shape inflation, ECB's Panetta says

Central banks need to understand who benefits from artificial intelligence-driven gains, as their distribution will help shape aggregate demand and inflation, European

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Porsche CEO assures staff no further job cuts planned, according to memo

Porsche CEO Michael Leiters told staff there were no plans to cut an additional 4,000 jobs at the Volkswagen sports car subsidiary, according to an internal memo seen by

Economy|Finance

South Korean opposition lawmaker warns on risks in US investment package

A South Korean opposition lawmaker called on Monday for parliamentary scrutiny of Seoul's planned US investment package, warning that negotiations over energy

Business|Economy|Finance

US spirits maker Sazerac launches takeover bid for Germany's Berentzen

US spirits maker Sazerac on Monday launched a takeover offer for all shares of beverage firm Berentzen for €5.55 ($6.37) apiece, which is supported by Berentzen's supervisory and

Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Health

Australia warns of risks from ageing population, falling birth rates

Australia forecast on Monday that deaths would exceed births for the first time in the 2060s, a demographic shift with far-reaching implications for an economy grappling

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China slows humanoid robot IPO rush as hype outruns reality

Chinese regulators are putting the brakes on a rush of humanoid-robot companies seeking listings, people familiar with the matter said, as they scrutinise whether soaring

Economy|Election

New Zealand's Peters urges strong US role in Pacific

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters warned on Monday of a more troubled and unsettled world, calling for the United States to be engaged in the

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More oil is flowing, depending on who you ask

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

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Five takeaways from Germany's regional elections

Elections in two German states on Sunday resulted in severe losses for the country's leading Christian Democrats, whose Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing

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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say

Local authorities say a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, where anti-ICE protesters gathered for hours

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How Trump and Xi went from tariff war to trade truce

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday for talks aimed at keeping a fragile trade truce that is due to expire in

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Trump shattered Canada’s old US relationship. Carney is building a new one in Europe

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is moving to reduce his country's dependence on the United States as President Donald Trump applies tariffs and other economic pressure to the U.S. longtime ally

Economy|Technology

Bessent proposes US-China AI safety notifications in talks with Chinese vice premier

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng concluded talks in New York on Sunday with the US side

Economy

Trump decries Democrats as 'communists,' even as he looks to impress China's communist leader

President Donald Trump says that communism is the greatest threat the U.S. has ever faced

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Iran and Trump exchange fresh warnings as Saudi-Houthi conflict escalates ahead of key UN gathering. Here’s what to know

Iran and Trump exchange fresh warnings as Saudi-Houthi conflict escalates ahead of key UN gathering. Here’s what to know

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Europe faces Q4 jet fuel supply deficit even as South Korea becomes latest big supplier

Europe faces a fourth-quarter jet fuel deficit, even as it turns to far-flung suppliers including South Korea, which is set to boost its jet

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18 suspects accused in the July 2021 killing of Haiti's president being extradited from Haiti to US

Eighteen suspects who were arrested in the July 2021 killing of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse are being extradited to the U.S. It marked the end of a drawn-out judicial process in Haiti for a killing that shocked the troubled Caribbean country

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Trump administration prepares sanctions against International Criminal Court, sources say

President Donald Trump's administration has prepared sanctions against the entire International Criminal Court and plans to

Americas|Arts|Economy|Europe|MidEast

Suspects in 2021 killing of Haitian president flown to US to face trial

(This Sept 20 story has been republished, with no changes to text.)

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Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic German state election defeat

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced a major electoral setback in two state elections including a historic defeat for his party

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PGA Tour gig helps laundry business pay bills and rebuild momentum

PGA Tour gig helps laundry business pay bills and rebuild momentum

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Fed's Kashkari says inflation is still too high in 'all aspects' of US economy, in Fox News interview

Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Sunday that inflation is too high across all sectors of the US economy, not just in rising oil prices.

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A delivery company founded by Arabs takes on its competition in Israel

A delivery company founded by Arabs takes on its competition in Israel

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Palestinian gunman shoots dead Israeli in the West Bank, soldiers kill motorist

Violence flared in the occupied West Bank on Sunday when a suspected Palestinian gunman shot dead an Israeli man, police said, and Israeli soldiers killed

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Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth

President Donald Trump has renewed his attacks on the Federal Reserve after it hiked its benchmark interest rate Wednesday, but the Fed matters less than broader economic trends when it comes to longer-term borrowing costs, economists say

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Billionaires abound in California. Why not tax their wealth?

No state may be a more natural fit for a tax on billionaires than California.

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Rising gas prices frustrate voters. Trump says it's an 'inexpensive price to pay' for the Iran war

Voters across the nation say skyrocketing gas prices are causing financial hardships for their families

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Saudi, Gulf stocks fall after Houthis claim Riyadh attacks

Saudi Arabia's stock market fell on Sunday, a day after Yemen's Houthis said they struck "sensitive" targets in Riyadh with missiles and drones, with the subdued

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Three dead in Moscow region, drones hit oil refinery in Russian capital

The largest Ukrainian drone attack reported so far on the Moscow region killed three people and damaged part of an oil refinery in the capital, authorities said on Sunday,

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North Korea launches 2 ballistic missiles toward the sea and dials up pressure on the US

South Korea’s military says North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea

Economy|Health|World

Trump’s sanctions, inflation and a collapsing economy leaves Iran’s sick exposed

Trump’s sanctions, inflation and a collapsing economy leaves Iran’s sick exposed

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Germany's IW institute triples growth forecast for 2026

Germany's economy is set to grow by nearly 1.2% in 2026, helped by stronger exports and government spending in the first half, according to new forecats

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Malaysian ex-PM Najib working on conditions to start house arrest, his lawyers say

Malaysia's jailed former prime minister, Najib Razak, is working to fulfil the conditions to leave jail and begin his house arrest, including paying a 50-million-ringgit

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Trump used to slam China. Here's why he's now rolling out the red carpet for Xi

When Donald Trump ran for office a decade ago, he called China a menace to the U.S. economy

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Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital, and other Mideast developments

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Yemen’s Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with a ballistic missile

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Brazil's Petrobras board approves joining diesel subsidy program

Brazilian state-run oil firm Petrobras said on Saturday that its board approved the company's participation in a new government subsidy program for diesel oil producers,

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US Treasury's Bessent, China's He to meet on Sunday at JPMorgan headquarters

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will meet with Vice Premier He Lifeng on Sunday at JPMorgan Chase headquarters in New York to discuss AI security, trade and other economic

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America In Focus: Affordability concerns rise as Fed hikes key rate, mortgage rate reaches nearly 7%

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation, and the central bank signaled another rate hike could occur later this year

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French finance ministry expects record debt in 2026, reaching nearly 120% of GDP

France's debt is expected to reach a record high of 119.3% of output in 2026, with a projected debt-to-GDP ratio of 121.7% in 2027, the finance ministry said on Saturday, in

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Wall Street week ahead: housing market, unemployment updates

Wall Street will get a key update this week on the U.S. housing market, along with an unemployment update

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Russia-backed South Ossetia elects leader close to Moscow

A former Russian federal official has been elected president of South Ossetia, a Russia-backed breakaway region of Georgia, in a vote Moscow hailed on

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UN peacekeeping chief in Lebanon says smooth transition is critical before pull-out

The head of United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon said on Saturday it was critical to ensure other UN agencies and Lebanese troops could

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Porsche could face another 4,000 job cuts, Handelsblatt reports

Volkswagen's sweeping turnaround plan foresees more than 4,000 further job cuts at Porsche, German business daily Handelsblatt reported on Saturday, following a profit

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Canada optimistic about concluding trade talks with India by year-end, minister says

Canada is optimistic about concluding negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) with India by year-end, the country's minister for

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Voting groups sound alarm on funding shortfalls that they say could affect midterm turnout

Several of the nation’s largest left-leaning voter engagement and racial justice organizations are facing steep funding shortfalls and staffing cutbacks

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Warren Buffett found the most boring way to bet on AI

Warren Buffett found the most boring way to bet on AI

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This nuclear plant was meant to free Cuba from dependence on oil. Now, it’s a symbol of its shattered dreams

This nuclear plant was meant to free Cuba from dependence on oil. Now, it’s a symbol of its shattered dreams

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Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that

President Donald Trump’s conflict with Iran has not led to the doomsday oil price spike many feared at the start of the war

Economy|Science|Technology

US Treasury's Bessent to discuss AI, rare earths with China's He, source says

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent plans to discuss AI, trade, rare earths and economic issues when he meets with Chinese Vice

Economy|Political|US

Trump extends push for $100,000 H-1B visas by another year

President Donald Trump has extended an executive order that would impose a fee of $100,000 for H-1B non-immigrant visas by another year, the White

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US and Denmark reach deal on Greenland, Trump says

The United States, Denmark and Greenland have entered into an agreement for the US to develop a

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Trump will be at the airport to greet Xi when China's leader arrives for his US state visit

The first state visit by the leader of China in more than a decade takes place next week when President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for high-stakes talks at the White House with President Donald Trump

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Bolivia approves $1.9 billion IMF deal, eliminates diesel subsidies

Bolivia’s conservative government has won congressional backing for an international loan and moved to end diesel subsidies, risking political backlash

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Trump says his son paid back Russian billionaire who funded parts of wedding celebration

Trump says his son paid back Russian billionaire who funded parts of wedding celebration

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Oracle's $18 billion data center debt under pressure, FT reports

About $18 billion in loans tied to an Oracle-leased data center in New Mexico has come under pressure, with loans quoted at 89 to 91 cents on the dollar by syndicate banks

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Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed the sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law, the White House said in a statement, paving the way for increased economic

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Morgan Stanley private credit fund redemption requests remain elevated in third quarter

Withdrawal requests at a Morgan Stanley private credit fund remained elevated in the third-quarter repurchase offer, according to a regulatory filing on Friday, as the investment

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Trump plans to greet Xi at airport on arrival, officials say

US President Donald Trump plans to greet Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, at the airport of the military base just outside Washington, DC, on his

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Trump to meet with Venezuela's interim president Rodriguez in New York on Tuesday

US President Donald Trump will have a meeting with Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez in New York on Tuesday, a senior US

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Cuba hit with another blackout as millions across the island are left without electricity

Cuba’s power grid has collapsed, leaving millions of people across the island without electricity

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Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill, aiming to choke off funds for Moscow in Ukraine war

President Donald Trump has signed a major sanctions package targeting Russian officials and key sectors of its economy

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Widespread sexual violence in Ukraine war, most cases tied to Russia, says UN report

Russian forces committed widespread sexual violence against civilians and prisoners of war in Ukraine, including gang rape and electric shocks to the

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Potential Democratic candidates race to respond to AI threat amid Trump's dismissals

Amid growing panic over the risks posed by rapidly developing AI technology, potential 2028 Democratic candidates are scrambling to respond — trying to show they are doing something, even as they acknowledge they need a reluctant Washington to step up

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Russia sanctions bill gives Trump sweeping new tariff powers

The Russia sanctions bill signed into law by US President Donald Trump on Friday gives him new powers to impose tariffs that could last well beyond his

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Nvidia-backed AI cloud firm Nscale reveals revenue surge in US IPO filing

Nscale, a British cloud provider backed by chip giant Nvidia, said on Friday its revenue surged 1,252% in the first half of 2026, as it looks to tap investor

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Iran war’s cost grows to $43.6 billion in new US military estimate

The U.S. military’s price tag for the Iran war has grown to $43.6 billion as of Sept. 3

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Trump announces all 50 states joining Medicaid drug pricing model

President Donald Trump announced that all 50 states will join a program to provide Most Favored Nation pricing for some Medicaid drugs

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Wall Street drifts lower as bond yields rise and oil prices swing

Wall Street closed out an up-and-down week with a mixed finish for U.S. indexes as bond yields rose and oil prices swung

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Weil, Gotshal & Manges eyes merger options after rainmakers exit, Bloomberg News reports

Law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges is considering options for its future, including a potential merger with a competitor, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing people with

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All 50 states sign up for Trump's Medicaid most-favored-nation plan

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will participate in his most-favored-nation

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Major US airlines oppose Air China bid to schedule additional US flights

A group representing major US airlines said on Friday it opposes Air China's bid to schedule additional flights from Beijing to New York and

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Bolivia approves $1.9 billion IMF deal in hopes of accessing external financing

Bolivian lawmakers approved an agreement on Friday that will allow the South American country to access $1.9 billion in financing from the International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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FedEx, Advent-led consortium secures over 89% of InPost shares in takeover offer

Polish parcel locker operator InPost said on Friday that 89.81% of its shares had been tendered in the offer from a consortium made up of FedEx, Advent International and other

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S&P 500, Nasdaq advance, turning the page on a tumultuous week

Wall Street closed a volatile week on a muted note on Friday as benchmark US Treasury yields topped 5%, while crude prices reversed

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Judge rules EPA illegally terminated $7 billion solar program intended to help poorer Americans

A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that the Trump administration illegally terminated a $7 billion Solar for All program intended to make solar power accessible to more than 900,000 lower-income Americans

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Volkswagen crisis worsens with $11.5 billion profit warning, largely due to Porsche struggles

Volkswagen on Friday flagged €10 billion ($11.5 billion) in one-off costs, mostly at struggling sports car brand Porsche ,

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Top NATO commander joins briefing on review of US defence engagement in Europe

NATO's top commander, US Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, took part in a virtual briefing  on Friday for Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby on potential approaches

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Berkshire Hathaway looks to keep culture intact as Howard Buffett ascends

Berkshire Hathaway has been synonymous with Warren Buffett.

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Troubled Australian developer Bathla granted one-year extension to complete projects

Debt-riddled Australian developer Bathla Group received a one-year extension on Friday to complete unfinished projects that were left in limbo when it entered

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Virginia tightens data center restrictions amid political backlash

The US state of Virginia is tightening permitting, commercial and environmental controls on data centers as political backlash grows against the server warehouses and the

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Who is Howard Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway's new chairman?

Berkshire Hathaway said Howard Buffett would become the chairman of the $1.1 trillion conglomerate, succeeding legendary investor Warren Buffett, who would become chairman emeritus

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US CDC works on standard definition for measles deaths as cases rise

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is working with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists to develop a standardized case definition for measles deaths,

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Global shares edge higher as central banks double down on inflation fight

An index of global equity markets edged higher on Friday, as losses in Europe were partly offset by late gains on Wall Street,

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Report finds 'culture of risk aversion' hindered oversight of SVB, Fed official says

A "culture of risk aversion" among examiners contributed to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank rather than relaxed oversight, a top Federal Reserve

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Report faults Fed staff for epic failure of Silicon Valley Bank

Report faults Fed staff for epic failure of Silicon Valley Bank

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‘World’s best airline’ for 2026 is named

‘World’s best airline’ for 2026 is named

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US factory production falls in August; outlook clouded by rising costs

US factory production unexpectedly fell in August and higher oil prices and rising interest rates could offset some of the support from an artificial

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S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher as oil prices fall

The benchmark S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq indexes opened slightly higher on Friday, while the Dow was flat as investors digested conflicting signals from lower oil prices and

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EU banks must be bigger, have deeper capital market, to compete with US, say top EU officials

European banks need greater scale and deeper capital markets if they are to compete with US rivals, senior European

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Fed's Bowman says overhaul of bank stress test will make process more transparent

The Federal Reserve's top regulatory official said on Friday the US central bank will soon finalize an overhaul of its "stress test" of big banks to

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Mexico's Sheinbaum says working towards a trade deal with Trump

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Friday her government is doing everything in its power to reach a trade deal with

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Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan

Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of the transition at the top of the $1 trillion conglomerate he led for more than six decades

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Tell us: Have you changed jobs recently? Did you have to take a pay cut?

Tell us: Have you changed jobs recently? Did you have to take a pay cut?

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High stakes, low bars

World markets have another high-stakes week in store, with a summit between the US and Chinese presidents in Washington and the United Nations General Assembly taking place against

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Investors focus on rate path, AI slowdown after Fed hike

US stock investors will focus next week on the trajectory of interest rates, tensions in the Middle East and fresh calls to slow AI advancement as they

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Zelenskiy launches 'Carpathian Eight' initiative on trade, security

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy launched on Friday a new regional grouping of eight countries from the Carpathian region of central and eastern Europe, at a summit in Ukraine

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Global rate-hike cycle in view as central banks take on inflation

The prospect of a new global interest rate-tightening cycle is coming into view as some of the world's top central banks raise rates and signal more

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Italy's debt burden rising at alarming rate, economy minister says

The cost of servicing Italy's public debt is rising at "an alarming rate" in the wake of geopolitical tensions, Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on

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Curfew imposed in Nigerian city after protests over deaths of detained miners

Authorities imposed an overnight curfew in Nigeria's central city of Minna on Friday after security forces opened fire as hundreds of people took to the streets to

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Record US diesel prices squeeze farmers; food prices may rise

In northeast Missouri, Addie Yoder, a corn, soybean and cattle farmer, runs two combines, three semi-trucks and

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Putin envoy and far-right AfD prepare talks to get Russian gas back for Germany, sources say

Russian President Vladimir Putin's top economic envoy and Germany's far-right AfD leadership have begun preparations to meet next year to discuss

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Europe's AI firms, playing catch-up, challenge US calls for slowdown

Europe's leading AI company Mistral and others have accused US rivals of using safety concerns to entrench

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Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire chairman, replaced by his son Howard

Warren Buffett stepped down on Friday as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, ending more than six decades building the conglomerate and making

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Nepal isn’t the only disaster-struck country waiting for money from the global climate Loss and Damage Fund

At least 119 countries have asked for aid from the fund set by major greenhouse gas emitting nations four years before the deadly Nepal flood. It has paid zero claims.

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Deadly US strike on Iran school may have been a war crime, UN report finds

Deadly US strike on Iran school may have been a war crime, UN report finds

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College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues

Congress has struggled to pass major legislation this year, putting off debates on spending, defense, cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence

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Kremlin seizes Nestlé’s assets in Russia as crackdown on private business grows

Kremlin seizes Nestlé’s assets in Russia as crackdown on private business grows

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Investors buy US stocks at fastest pace in three months, BofA says

Investors poured money into US stocks at the fastest pace in three months and yanked cash from corporate bonds in the latest week, according to a Bank of America Global

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Some Brazilian voters are feeling burned by fintech revolution  

Alice de Queiros was earning little more than Brazil's minimum wage of around $300 when Nubank, Latin America's largest

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US weighs allowing most pharma licensing deals with China, sources say

The US is working on rules for pharmaceutical companies investing in China that would likely preserve their ability to strike most licensing deals for

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Nestle weighing all options after Kremlin moves to seize Russia business

Nestle said on Friday it was weighing all options to protect its rights after the Kremlin's decision to take control of the Swiss food maker's Russian

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Apocalypse later

Warnings of machine-driven human extinction kicked off the week, but the market's attention quickly turned to more prosaic matters, namely Middle East energy

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Niche metals test West's resilience to Chinese export curbs

Three years on from China curbing exports of two niche metals vital to the chipmaking, clean energy and defence sectors, the West is still feeling the price

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Thailand to extend its consumer subsidy programme, PM says

Thailand will extend its consumer subsidy programme using 40 billion baht ($1.20 billion) remaining from the first phase, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Friday

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What's next for Trump's aluminum smelter project in Oklahoma?

US President Donald Trump's goal of building a large aluminum smelter in Oklahoma passed a major hurdle in late August when Republican voters nominated a

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US equity funds post fourth weekly outflow on inflation worries, rate concerns

US equity funds recorded outflows for a fourth consecutive week in the week to September 18, as rising crude oil prices heightened inflation concerns and expectations of a Federal

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Nearly 2 years after Helene, some bridges still await repairs in western North Carolina

Nearly 2 years after Helene, some bridges still await repairs in western North Carolina

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EU chief floats 'associate membership' for Canada. But that doesn't exist yet

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the first "associate member" of the European Union

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SK Hynix's Solidigm unit is weighing NAND memory chip factory in US, sources say

Chipmaker SK Hynix's subsidiary Solidigm is considering building a NAND flash memory chip factory in the US, with

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Euro zone consumers nudge up inflation expectations, ECB poll shows

Euro zone consumers nudged up their inflation expectations last month, a European Central Bank survey showed on Friday, likely reflecting a new spike in fuel prices

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China Rare Earth Group in talks to buy MP Materials shareholder Shenghe Resources, sources say

State-owned China Rare Earth Group is in talks to acquire Shenghe Resources, said two sources with knowledge of the matter, a move that would consolidate Beijing's control over the

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Toyota estimates factory automation could cost $6.4 billion per year from 2028

Toyota Motor estimates it could cost 1 trillion yen ($6.4 billion) annually from 2028 to modernise its factories as the world's biggest carmaker accelerates automation and

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China's January-August fiscal revenue up 5.7% year-on-year

China's fiscal revenue rose 5.7% in the first eight months of 2026 from a year earlier, finance ministry data showed Friday, slightly down from a 5.8% growth in the

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Jet financiers fret as Iran war pumps up fuel and borrowing costs

Soaring fuel and borrowing costs have overtaken aircraft shortages as the biggest concern for jet financiers, delegates at a major industry meeting said

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Australia’s new visa rules will force backpackers to join a lottery to stay longer

Australia’s new visa rules will force backpackers to join a lottery to stay longer

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China set to keep loan rates steady for 16th consecutive month in September

China is widely expected to leave benchmark lending rates steady for a 16th consecutive month in September, a Reuters survey showed, as policymakers remain cautious about

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Berlin's acute housing shortage and soaring rents dominate city election

Berliners cycle, picnic and fly kites on the city's vast former Tempelhof airfield that opened as a park in 2010, yet developers are circling and whether

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BOJ Governor Ueda's comments at news conference

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high on Friday and signalled its readiness to keep pushing up borrowing costs, joining other major central banks in fighting

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Barclays, UBS back BoE hikes as inflation risks mount

Barclays and UBS Global Research expect the Bank of England to hike interest rates as soon as November, saying rising inflation risks point to a quicker resumption of

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Rising oil, rates and yields brew up stagflation cocktail for markets

The surge in energy and global borrowing costs as a result of

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Volkswagen to recall over 208,700 US vehicles over steering rack bolt defect, NHTSA says

Volkswagen is recalling 208,724 vehicles in the US due to a faulty steering rack bolt that could break and cause a loss of steering control, the US National Highway Traffic Safety

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Canada, EU face limits to relationship after symbolic EU overture to Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney secured this week an offer to become the European Union's first associate member, a mostly symbolic victory in his

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South Korea's Lee rules out military involvement in Middle East conflict

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday he would not deploy military assets to the Middle East in a way that could draw the country

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BOJ struggling to keep pace with hiking partners

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook The Bank of Japan raised interest rates, as expected, though it knocked the yen by sounding a fraction less hawkish than its

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Immigration crackdown puts Australia's wheat harvest at risk, industry groups say

A crackdown on immigration could cause labour shortages across the agricultural sector and threaten the upcoming wheat harvest, Australian farm groups

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China's CXMT eyes flash-memory push amid global shortage; firm to take on Samsung, YMTC

Chinese chipmaker CXMT is preparing to enter the booming flash memory chip market dominated by Samsung Electronics and other foreign rivals, three people with knowledge of the

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Apple Pay eyes India rollout with Axis Bank, sources say

Apple is poised to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank's credit cards, three sources familiar with the matter said

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ECB's Vujcic cools oil-fuelled bets on rate hikes

Market bets on further European Central Bank rate hikes are being driven largely by higher energy prices but policymakers will look at a much wider

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US officials make rare trip to Myanmar to free former marine as isolated regime seeks greater recognition

US officials make rare trip to Myanmar to free former marine as isolated regime seeks greater recognition

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BOJ raises interest rates to 31-year high in widely expected move

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to a 31-year high of 1.25% on Friday in a widely expected move to forestall risks of inflation overshooting its 2% inflation target.

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What commodity markets can expect from the Trump-Xi summit

Trade in agriculture, energy and rare earths has become major bargaining chips in the trade war between the United States and China and are likely to

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Hyundai Motor CEO warns of Chinese vehicle surge in the US without guardrails

Hyundai Motor CEO Jose Munoz warned on Thursday that the US could face a similar wave of Chinese auto imports that has

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Moody's raises India fiscal 2027 GDP growth forecast to 7% on Middle East resilience

Credit ratings agency Moody's on Friday raised India's real GDP growth forecast to 7% from 6% for the current fiscal, citing its resilience amid the Middle East conflict.

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Indonesia welcomes its first aircraft carrier, prompting debate over cost and military ambitions

Indonesia is welcoming its first aircraft carrier, the former Italian Navy vessel ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, marking a major step in President Prabowo Subianto’s military modernization drive

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How Bessent, America's bond salesman, cornered Japan on big spending

When Japanese finance minister Satsuki Katayama called Scott Bessent for help to support the cratering

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New Zealand says it has not held talks with EU about becoming associate member

New Zealand has not had any discussions with the European Union about becoming an associate member, a spokesperson for New Zealand

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Australia's central bank chief warns inflation risks materialising

Australia's top central banker said on Friday some of the upside risks to inflation flagged by policymakers appeared to be

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Screwworm infests US horse before port reopens to Mexican livestock

The U.S. confirmed a case of New World screwworm in a horse in New Mexico on Thursday, as the federal government prepared to resume imports of Mexican

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A Chinese woman crossed the border for a concert. It could cost her family their welfare

A Chinese woman crossed the border for a concert. It could cost her family their welfare

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EU chief von der Leyen invites Canada to become first associate member of bloc

European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen made a significant invitation on Wednesday, saying she was taking the steps to welcome Canada as the EU’s first ever associate member. As relations between both the EU and Canada have come under strain during the Trump presidency, European leaders and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have been taking steps to deepen the friendship between Canada and the EU.

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Starbucks settles Florida lawsuit claiming diversity policies were illegal

Starbucks agreed on Thursday to settle a discrimination lawsuit by the state of Florida, pledging not to adopt race- or sex-based quotas or preferences in hiring

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GE Aerospace says CPP deal not a blueprint for broader integration

GE Aerospace does not see broad vertical integration as the answer to aerospace supply-chain constraints, Chief Financial Officer Rahul Ghai said on Thursday, after the

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EU to disburse €3.3 billion to Ukraine to procure missiles and drones, von der Leyen says

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Thursday the European Union will disburse €3.3 billion to Ukraine on Friday to procure missiles and drones.

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JP Morgan says it has no clear oil market endgame as Iran conflict drags on

JP Morgan said on Thursday that it does not have a clear baseline view for oil markets for the first time since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran.

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Saudis and Houthis exchange strikes, Yemenis flee by boat as Middle East war spreads

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis exchanged fresh strikes across their border on Thursday and Yemenis took to

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Trading Day: Lower oil, yields boost stocks  

World stocks paused their recent slide and rebounded strongly on Thursday, and the global bond rout also took a breather, as investors digested

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Floodwater overwhelmed pump at Exxon Mobil's Joliet, Illinois refinery; facility remains offline following outage

Exxon Mobil said floodwater overwhelmed a pump at its 275,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Joliet, Illinois, according to a filing on Thursday.

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US stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease

The U.S. stock market rallied to its best day in six weeks after oil prices fell and pressure from the bond market eased

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Russia and China veto US proposal for UN experts to keep monitoring sanctions on Iran

Russia and China have vetoed a U.N. resolution that would have authorized U.N. experts to keep monitoring sanctions that were reimposed against Iran over its nuclear program

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Putin says Russia's 2027 budget deficit seen at around 2% of GDP

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday the country's budget deficit was projected to be around 2% of gross domestic product in 2027.

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Tech leads Wall St to higher close as oil eases, Treasury yields dip

Wall Street bounced back on Thursday as easing oil prices, dropping US Treasury yields and solid labor data helped markets move

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US sanctions Cuban nickel reserves, military enterprises

The United States imposed sanctions Thursday on 11 Cuban entities related to nickel reserves and military enterprises that it said were part of a system that enriched the elite,

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Brazil's Lula boosts welfare payments, eyes new debt-relief push ahead of election

Brazil's leftist government on Thursday announced a 15% increase in benefits under the country's flagship welfare program, which

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World stocks rebound, Treasury yields retreat after Fed, BoE decisions

Global shares rose and Treasury yields fell on Thursday following the US Federal Reserve's interest-rate increase and what is expected to be a similar

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Amway, affiliates to pay $225 million to settle US claims they deceived recruits

Multilevel marketing company Amway Corp and two of its affiliates will pay the Federal Trade Commission and Washington State $225 million to resolve allegations it

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AI infrastructure provider Crusoe valued at $30.9 billion in latest funding round

AI infrastructure provider Crusoe said on Thursday it has raised $3.9 billion at a post-money valuation of $30.9 billion, as demand for computing capacity to power AI workloads

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US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting even with sides at war

The Trump administration has approved visas for top Iranian officials to attend next week’s U.N. General Assembly high-level session in New York despite the two countries being at war

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Trump’s transactional presidency takes a more brazen turn

Trump’s transactional presidency takes a more brazen turn

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Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means

About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged

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Dartmouth Health eliminates 124 positions, cancels 303 open jobs

Dartmouth Health eliminates 124 positions, cancels 303 open jobs

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Man accused of ties to bin Laden and tortured after 9/11 has 20-year Guantanamo detention reviewed

A man initially accused of being a high-profile al-Qaida figure and who was tortured in CIA custody has appeared at a hearing to review his detention

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Budget cuts hit police and fire departments as candidates clash over public safety

Budget cuts hit police and fire departments as candidates clash over public safety

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New Hampshire to receive $10 million to combat veteran homelessness 

New Hampshire to receive $10 million to combat veteran homelessness 

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GM doubles down on diesel pickups as rivals tap hybrids

General Motors is sticking with a diesel engine to maximize fuel efficiency as it rolls out a next-generation pickup truck, diverging from rivals’ hybrid offerings. 

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Nebius hikes AI cloud prices again as demand for computing power soars

Cloud provider Nebius said on Thursday it will raise pay-as-you-go prices for leasing selected Nvidia chips from October 1, marking the company's second price hike in three months.

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Oil falls 1% as investors watch Middle East supply disruptions 

Oil prices settled about 1% lower on Thursday, but stayed above $100 a barrel, as investors weighed the disruption from strikes by Saudi Arabia and

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France plans €54 billion savings drive as protests grow

France's government plans to include a €54 billion savings drive in its 2027 budget to stop the fiscal deficit spiralling out of control,

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Republican candidate in Florida warns Trump his immigration agenda has 'gone too far'

A Latina Republican lawmaker facing a competitive reelection race in Florida warned US President Donald Trump on Thursday that his signature

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Amazon, Walmart chatbots attract senator ire over 'made in USA' label snags

Two US senators have called on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Amazon and Walmart, claiming that their AI shopping chatbots may suppress "made in the

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Hundreds of Missourians rally for pause of data center development, man arrested

Hundreds of Missourians rally for pause of data center development, man arrested

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California first responders urge Newsom to sign bill lowering retirement age, boosting pensions

California first responders urge Newsom to sign bill lowering retirement age, boosting pensions

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Airlines are cutting cheaper flights amid latest jet fuel spike

Airlines are cutting cheaper flights amid latest jet fuel spike

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Mortgage rates climb for fourth-straight week to hit highest level since Trump took office

Mortgage rates climb for fourth-straight week to hit highest level since Trump took office

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A tip about a swerving van leads police to 66,000 US silver coins in a fraud case

Police investigating a money laundering case in Norway have recovered thousands of U.S. silver coins

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Major central banks on tightening path amid energy price shock

Major central banks are on a tightening path, with the Federal Reserve recalibrating its policy to a more restrictive stance on Wednesday,

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US pending home sales unexpectedly rise in August, trend remains weak

Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes unexpectedly rose in August, but the gain is likely to be temporary as elevated mortgage rates continue to sideline

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As Canadian tariffs bite, Republicans search for a winning message

High gas prices and the rising cost of living had already made affordability a defining issue in this year’s midterm elections.

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China, US top diplomats discuss 'high-level interactions' in call, Beijing says

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a phone call that the two countries "should prepare well for the next stage of high-

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Bank of England halts long-dated gilt sales, rewrites plan to unwind QE

The Bank of England paused sales of British government bonds for the next six months and halted sales of long-dated gilts entirely as it

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US Senate panel votes to advance Trump pick for consumer watchdog

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Dollar pauses after Fed rally as yields, oil retreat

The US dollar eased against the euro on Thursday, a day after logging its biggest jump in three months against the common currency after the Federal

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Finland practices ship boardings at sea to stop undersea sabotage

Finnish authorities boarded and searched a target vessel in the Baltic Sea on Thursday in a live drill that officials said shows how

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Romanian Liberal MEP Siegfried Muresan nominated as prime minister

Romania's President Nicusor Dan said on Thursday he will nominate Liberal European lawmaker Siegfried Muresan as prime minister, despite a lack of a clear parliamentary

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US labor market on solid footing; rising mortgages pressuring housing sector

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell last week, though the decline was likely exaggerated by the

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Dollar pressure weighs on LatAm FX; regional stocks edge higher

Most Latin American currencies traded lower on Thursday against the U.S. dollar near multi-week highs, while stocks were mostly higher, with domestic political

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Thai monetary policy 'very, very accommodative', no change to growth outlook, central bank official says

The Thai central bank's monetary policy is "very, very accommodative" right now to support a weak economy, with growth

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Bolt, Lucid target at least 25,000 self-driving vehicles in Europe

Estonian car-sharing platform Bolt aims to deploy at least 25,000 fully autonomous vehicles in Europe with US-based electric vehicle maker Lucid, the companies

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In Silicon Valley, AI data center boom meets local resistance

In Silicon Valley's biggest city, residents and environmental groups are organizing against a wave of proposed data

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Bolivia extends state of emergency over risks of new blockades

Bolivia's Assembly extended a state of emergency for 90 days on Thursday, citing persistent risks that demonstrators protesting the government's policies could mount new

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Bank of England policymakers set out views on rates outlook

The Bank of England left interest rates on hold at 3.75% on Thursday after a 6-3 vote among the members of its Monetary Policy Committee.

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US-Iran conflict helps drive wave of supertanker orders 

Shipowners have already ordered more than twice as many supertankers this year as in all of 2025, a buying spree worth over $20 billion that is the biggest

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Pakistan announces austerity measures to conserve fuel as Gulf conflict spirals

Pakistan announced on Thursday a cut in fuel for official vehicles, bans on vehicle purchases by the state, foreign visits by officials, and official dinners, as part of a slew of

Arts|Economy|Finance

US single-family housing starts rebound in August; building permits fall

US single-family homebuilding increased in August, but a drop in permits for future construction suggested the improvement was likely temporary as rising inflation

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Bank of England shifts tone toward rate hikes as inflation set to top 4%

The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold on Thursday but warned they might have to go up if the Iran war drags on, while predicting

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China presses Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources say

China has privately asked Tehran to help rein in Yemen's Houthis after an appeal to Beijing by Saudi Arabia following the Iran-backed group's military blitz

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BoE's Bailey says outlook too uncertain to judge market bets on four rate hikes

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Thursday the outlook was too unpredictable when asked whether markets were right to price in almost four interest rate hikes

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Wall St opens higher as easing oil prices boost Fed hike relief

The major US stock indexes opened higher on Thursday as retreating oil prices boosted sentiment, with the Federal Reserve's first rate hike under Chair Kevin Warsh reassuring

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CoreWeave launches $3 billion convertible debt sale

Nvidia-backed CoreWeave said on Thursday it plans to raise $3 billion through a convertible debt offering, highlighting the massive funding needs to support the AI infrastructure

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China's Xpeng plans to offer tech solutions to foreign automakers

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng plans to offer its technology to foreign automakers beyond partner Volkswagen as it seeks new revenue streams, according to two people

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The Iran war is driving clean energy development. It's not enough to help the planet, yet

Countries are embracing clean power and taking steps to use less energy because of the war against Iran

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Why Hispanic Americans are losing faith in the American Dream

A public opinion researcher explains why this group’s declining faith goes beyond partisanship and reflects a fundamental question about its sense of belonging.

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Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 196,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain low

The number of people applying for unemployment benefits dropped sharply last week, another sign that layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security

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The US sells more to Brazil than it buys – but Trump is slapping steep tariffs on its exports anyway

Because Trump picked this fight due to his concerns about Brazilian politics, that country’s presidential elections might quell it soon.

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Applied Materials to invest $5 billion in India as Modi's flagship chip event kicks off

Applied Materials will invest $5 billion in India over the next decade to expand its presence in the country, the US semiconductor equipment maker

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Russia says new US sanctions, if signed by Trump, would make Ukraine peace deal harder

The Kremlin said on Thursday that further U.S. sanctions against Russia would make it harder to reach a peace deal in Ukraine. On Wednesday, the U.S.

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Chile weighs ethanol-gasoline blend as government seeks cheaper fuels amid fiscal strains

Chile, one of Latin America's largest oil importers, has started to consider adopting ethanol-blended gasoline as spiking oil prices this year have strained the

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Chinese AI not powerful enough to see rogue-AI risks, says Huawei

Huawei's Eric Xu said Chinese AI developers may not yet be advanced enough to experience the safety risks reported by

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Nike's falling share price puts its Dow seat in jeopardy

Nike's grip on its spot in the Dow Jones Industrial Average is looking increasingly tenuous as the struggling sportswear giant braces

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Japan PM retains economy minister in cabinet reshuffle, vows to speed up spending plans

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi vowed to fast-track policies to boost growth after retaining her key ministers in a cabinet

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Energy disruption hits Bangladesh and Pakistan as Gulf crisis worsens 

In Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, Parvin Akter times her cooking to the neighborhood's availability of piped gas.

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World Bank boosts private capital mobilization to record $112 billion

The World Bank on Thursday said it attracted $112 billion in private capital in the year ended June versus $69 billion a year earlier, and more than

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Rescue efforts end after 21 die in collapse of bomb-damaged building in Gaza; 45 saved from rubble

Gaza rescuers wrapped up searches on Thursday in the rubble of a bomb-damaged building that collapsed a day earlier, where 21

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Argentina's Milei submits bill to strengthen sanctions on Falklands activities

Argentina's government has presented a bill to crack down on companies operating in the Falkland Islands, potentially escalating tensions with the United Kingdom over the territory

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Nigeria and South Africa tried to ease tensions after violent anti-migrant protests. But the rift is back

Nigeria and South Africa tried to ease tensions after violent anti-migrant protests. But the rift is back

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Chinese automakers scour Europe for factories ahead of EU local content rules, says BYD adviser

As Chinese automakers search Europe for production sites ahead of expected EU local content rules, BYD's European adviser says he's always running into rivals' executives in

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Apollo explores sale options for floating LNG infrastructure operator Energos, sources say

Apollo Global Management is exploring strategic options for Energos Infrastructure, in a deal that could value the floating liquefied natural gas infrastructure provider

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Bank of England holds rates but appears ready to hike soon

The Bank of England is keeping the U.K.’s main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% even though inflation in the United Kingdom has risen to a five-month high as the fallout from the Iran war continues to ratchet up fuel prices

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Struggling US home buyers, and market, face new hurdles as mortgage rates near 7%

Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac's latest snapshot of mortgage rates is due out later Thursday and expected to show that the average rate for a 30-year mortgage rose again this week, moving closer to 7%

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Why is China less worried about an AI dystopia than the US?

Why is China less worried about an AI dystopia than the US?

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Volvo Cars plans 13 new models by 2030 in bid to double market share

Volvo Cars said on Thursday it will launch 13 new models between now and 2030 to double its market share as the Sweden-based automaker grapples with the

Asia|Economy|Political|World

Pakistan eyes bigger China swap line, expects US financing decision soon

Pakistan will seek an expansion of its 30 billion yuan swap line with China when the facility expires in 2027, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said,

Economy|Europe

Europe's low gas stocks pile on the economic and political pressure

Europe's delay in restocking natural gas storage reserves, combined with near-record prices for diesel and other refined oil products, has added to the

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FTSE indexes gain after BoE holds rates steady, pauses gilt sales

The main UK indexes rose to their highest in over a week on Thursday after the Bank of England kept interest rates unchanged as expected, and said it would halt sales of long-dated

Economy|Finance

Indonesia parliament discusses changes to fiscal deficit limit

Indonesia's parliament discussed potential changes to the country's fiscal deficit limit on Thursday, with several lawmakers

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Fed builds credibility, but hawkish turn leaves investors edgy

Investors are gaining more confidence in the Federal Reserve's inflation-fighting backbone, but uncertainty

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Beretta Holding launches offer to raise stake in Sturm Ruger

Beretta Holding, the owner of historic Italian gunmaker Beretta, has launched an offer to more than double its stake in U.S. sporting firearm manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co.

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From quarantine boxes to luxury cabins, China's prefab home factories pivot to exports

Sun Guangqing's prefabricated homes factory in China opened in 2022 just as the property sector entered a prolonged crisis

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Dollar's allure, oil surge fan bearish bets on emerging Asian currencies: Reuters poll

Bearish sentiment towards most emerging Asian currencies deepened, a Reuters poll showed on Thursday, as investors contended with the twin headwinds of escalating

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South Africa's consumer confidence rises despite economic uncertainty, survey shows

South Africa's consumer confidence improved in the third quarter, a survey showed on Thursday, although consumer spending is expected to remain subdued in the coming months due to

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Germany's IMK institute more than doubles economic growth forecast for 2026

Germany's IMK economic institute on Thursday more than doubled its growth forecast for this year, citing stronger-than-expected exports in the first half

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EU seeks China curbs on hybrid car exports to avert trade row, FT reports

The European Union has asked China to voluntarily restrict exports of hybrid cars as part of efforts to prevent a trade war, the Financial Times reported on Thursday.

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Japan vows effort to maintain orderly yen moves

Japan will continue to strive towards maintaining orderly yen moves through close communication with the United States, its top government spokesperson said on Thursday in

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China's Xi calls for 'bigger, stronger' advanced manufacturing sector

President Xi Jinping has called for China to make its advanced manufacturing sector "bigger and stronger" and strengthen control over key industrial supply chains,

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Germany's east-west divide shifts from jobs to wealth

The economy of the former East Germany has transformed since the defunct communist state reunited with the vastly wealthier West Germany in 1990, but more

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Japan, US discussing chip factory construction as part of $550 billion investment talks, Nikkei reports

Japan and the United States are in talks to build a semiconductor factory as part of their $550 billion investment agreement, the Nikkei business daily reported on Thursday.

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Goldman's October hike call underscores renewed Fed tightening risks

Goldman Sachs expects the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October after policymakers signaled they may need to tighten further to

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Fed lifts the hawkish bar for BoE

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Turns out the guy Trump hired to cut interest rates just raised them instead.

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Australia cracks down on student and backpacker visas to curb migration

Australia will stop foreign students from bringing partners and children to accompany them while they study and tighten working holiday visa rules, a senior

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Indonesian rescuers plan to right capsized ship as weather hampers search for 129 missing people

Indonesian rescuers plan to try to right a passenger ship that capsized in the Java Sea last weekend as persistent strong currents and big waves prevent them from making

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Impoverished by war in Iran, Afghan migrants return to Taliban rule

Mohammad Saeed had just turned 18 when he fled to Iran with his parents and

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Trump, in North Carolina, says Democrats are soft on crime and embrace communism

President Donald Trump campaigned in North Carolina on Wednesday for a Republican Senate candidate who is trailing his Democratic

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Trump says 'hopefully we are towards end' of Iran war

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he hoped an end to the war against Iran was near and a media report separately said he is expected to meet

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IMF says Australia may need further interest rate rises to tame inflation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday that Australia's central bank may need to raise interest rates further, with inflation expected to remain elevated

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Trump and Whatley double down on the administration's record in North Carolina Senate contest

President Donald Trump has tested his midterm campaign appeal in North Carolina as he tries to help his handpicked Republican Senate hopeful and former national party chairman

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Argentine judge orders halt to Falklands oil project as tensions with Britain rise

An Argentine judge has ordered British and Israeli companies to stop developing an oilfield off the British-controlled Falkland Islands

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Trump says Canada becoming ‘associate member’ of EU could be a ‘hostile act’

Trump says Canada becoming ‘associate member’ of EU could be a ‘hostile act’

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AI rivalry hangs over Trump-Xi talks

The race for AI supremacy is set to hang over next week's meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington.

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US House passes sanctions, tariff bill to raise economic pressure on Russia

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New Zealand's economy grows 0.2% in Q2

New Zealand's economy grew more slowly in the second quarter as the crisis in the Middle East weighed on the economy. 

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Bank of England to hold rates but energy shock stirs talk of a hike

The Bank of England looks set to keep interest rates on hold on Thursday but investors are watching for any hint that surging energy prices could

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Malaysia talks to rival airlines as it monitors AirAsia's financial health, sources say

Malaysia's government has asked Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air whether they could absorb AirAsia's domestic market share,

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US House advances first bill addressing economic impact of data center boom

The U.S.

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House passes bill aimed at addressing impact of data centers on energy costs

The House has approved a bill that aims to have artificial intelligence data centers pay for their substantial energy needs

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Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

President Donald Trump is blasting Federal Reserve governors after the board raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation

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US House votes to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress

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Fed's Warsh lays out forces driving up bond yields

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh suggested on Wednesday that among the forces pushing up bond yields, a loss in confidence in the central bank's inflation fight

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Trading Day: Lift off!

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Some Republicans privately fear Russia sanctions bill will give Trump too much power on tariffs

Some Republicans privately fear Russia sanctions bill will give Trump too much power on tariffs

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Trump administration can proceed with homelessness program overhaul, US court rules

A US appeals court cleared the way on Wednesday for President Donald Trump's administration to reshape a $4 billion homelessness program by shifting funding

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Lennar profit halves as higher mortgage rates pressure homebuyers

Lennar on Wednesday reported third-quarter profit that more than halved as persistently high mortgage rates weighed on demand for new homes.

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Brazil central bank delivers fifth straight rate cut, leaves next move open

Brazil's central bank on Wednesday cut interest rates by 25 basis points for a fifth straight meeting amid firmer signs of an economic slowdown while

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Trump lashes out at Fed after Warsh backs rate hike

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday leveled his most pointed — though still indirect — criticism yet at his hand-picked Federal Reserve chief, fuming

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What Kevin Warsh said about the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023

What Kevin Warsh said about the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023

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What do higher rates mean for borrowers and savers?

The U.S. Federal Reserve nudged interest rates higher by a quarter of a percentage point on Wednesday, the first rate hike in more than three years.

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Warsh says US economy has strengthened, inflation is the problem

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that the U.S. economy has strengthened since Fed policymakers last met in June, with a labor market essentially running at

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Goldman Sachs sees slightly softer fixed income, currencies, commodities business, higher costs

The chief of Goldman Sachs said on Wednesday he expects the bank's fixed-income, currencies and commodities (FICC) business to be

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US senators seek more information on Trump's Saudi nuclear proposal, letter says

Democratic and Republican U.S. senators asked President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday to declassify and release all information about a proposed agreement

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Major US banks raise prime rate after first Fed rate hike since 2023

Top U.S. banks raised their prime lending rate on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve lifted its benchmark interest rate, a move that would increase borrowing costs for consumers

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Chile's state-owned miner Codelco says restructuring plan may be delayed until end of 2026

Chilean state-owned copper giant Codelco's restructuring plan may not be ready until the end of 2026, the company told Reuters on Wednesday, signalling

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The Fed just raised rates. Here’s what it means for borrowers and savers

The Fed just raised rates. Here’s what it means for borrowers and savers

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Fed raises rates in search of 'timelier' drop in inflation, sees more tightening ahead

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and flagged more hikes in the coming months, with new U.S. central bank chief Kevin Warsh

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Amazon increases minimum starting hourly wage for full-time core operations employees

Online behemoth Amazon said it’s increasing the minimum starting hourly wage for its U.S. full-time core operations employees to $20 ahead of the holiday shopping season

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Boeing CEO says increasing 737 MAX output is taking longer than expected, shares slide

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said on Wednesday it is taking "longer than expected" to stabilize the 737 MAX production rate at its target

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Stocks fall as Fed delivers hawkish rate hike

Global stocks fell on Wednesday, reversing gains from early trade, while U.S. government bond yields rose after the U.S.

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Wall St ends lower after Fed hikes interest rates, sees more tightening ahead

US stocks whipsawed lower on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate for the first time in over three

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CDC delay holds up children's COVID vaccine orders, WSJ reports

U.S. states are facing delays in obtaining COVID-19 vaccines for children through a federal immunization program, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing people familiar

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UN chief urges global AI cooperation saying world can't afford 'a race to the bottom on AI safety'

The United Nations chief is urging global competitors in artificial intelligence to cooperate in addressing threats from the technology, warning that “the world cannot afford a race to the bottom on AI safety.”

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US stocks slip after the Fed hikes interest rates and hints more increases may be on the way

U.S. stocks slipped after the Federal Reserve hiked its main interest rate for the first time in three years and suggested more increases may be ahead as it tries to get the nation’s high inflation under control

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US consumers and businesses are now facing a future of more expensive borrowing

The Federal Reserve’s rate hike comes as the US economy is increasingly moving at two very different speeds.

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Fed policymakers forecast one more rate hike this year

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American, United, Southwest scale back schedules as fuel shock reshapes flying

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines are scaling back planned flight schedules following a recent surge in

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US firm Heeney Capital to operate Venezuela gold mine, Continental seeks to enter oil project

Venezuelan authorities signed deals on Wednesday granting New York-headquartered investment firm Heeney Capital operational and

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Warsh says Fed focus to stay on inflation, underlying trends have not meaningfully improved

The Federal Reserve's predominant focus will remain on controlling inflation, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday after the U.S. central bank raised rates.

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Instant View: Stocks pull back after Fed raises rates, points to another hike this year

 The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and flagged further increases in borrowing costs in coming months, with new US central bank chief Kevin Warsh

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Dove hunting season brings thousands of visitors, boosts Arizona economy

Dove hunting season brings thousands of visitors, boosts Arizona economy

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House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein investigation

The House has approved a resolution holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress after he defied the Oversight Committee’s subpoenas in its investigation into disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein

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Fed rate hike likely means more expensive credit cards and mortgages, but savers may rejoice

The Federal Reserve just raised the cost of borrowing money — bad news for borrowers, good news for savers

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Trump-aligned groups are pouring money into the midterm races

Big money groups aligned with President Donald Trump are pouring huge sums of cash into midterm races in the final sprint toward Election Day

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US farm agency prepares to reopen New Mexico port to livestock trade next week

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Calls to slow AI benefit US sector leaders, says French finance minister

Calls to slow down the development of AI serve the interests of U.S. leaders in the sector, French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said on Wednesday, adding that France and

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US DFC approves $500 million in guarantees to boost US exports to emerging markets

The U.S.

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SEC proposes to end shareholder vote oversight, a blow to reformers

The U.S.

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France to extend targeted fuel aid measures until end of year

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has asked ministers to extend targeted support for sectors hit hard by surging fuel prices stemming from the Iran war until the end

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Union Pacific says high diesel prices shifting freight from trucks to rail

Union Pacific on Wednesday said soaring diesel prices were prompting some shippers to move freight from trucks to rail, boosting demand for the railroad as customers seek lower

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Building damaged by strikes collapses in Gaza, killing 21 as perilous living conditions persist

A building damaged by Israeli strikes collapsed suddenly in Gaza City, killing at least 21 people in their sleep, including 11 children

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Building collapse in Gaza kills at least 21 people, and other Mideast developments

A building housing displaced Palestinian families has collapsed in Gaza City and killed at least 21 people including 11 children

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US business inventories rise more than expected in July

U.S. business inventories increased more than expected in July as retailers and wholesalers restocked to meet robust demand, suggesting that inventories could add to

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ECB's Pereira: Inflation not yet broadening as in the past

Euro zone inflation is not broadening as widely as in past episodes but policymakers are keeping a close eye on developments, especially in light of the

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Italy's Meloni scraps road tax for most cars as election approaches

Italy said on Wednesday it would scrap road tax for 14.5 million cars and motorcycles from next year, in a move expected to cost the

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Robust US retail sales underscore economy's resilience, inflation pressures building

U.S. retail sales rebounded sharply in August as households boosted purchases of a range of goods while also spending more at restaurants and bars,

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EU's von der Leyen wants Canada to become bloc's first associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she wanted to open the door to Canada becoming the EU's first "

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Staffing problems stall federal investigations of missing and killed Native people

An audit report of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' Missing and Murdered Unit released this month reveals staffing challenges, a backlog of hundreds of case referrals and families left without required victims' services

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Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July

Consumers may be griping about higher prices at the pump and elsewhere, but they keep spending, helping to power the economy, according to the latest government snapshot

Economy

Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis shows

An analysis finds that the Trump administration has cut or frozen up to $177 billion in federal grants since the president took office for his second term

Business|Economy|Finance

US import prices jump in August on strength in capital, consumer goods

U.S. import prices surged in August amid solid increases in the costs of capital and consumer goods, suggesting inflation could rise further in the coming months.

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US officials met Iran-backed Houthis in Oman over the weekend, sources say

US officials met representatives of Yemen's Houthis in Oman over the weekend, five sources familiar with the

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Belgian court rules country's treasury department lacks authority to decide on Russian bank's frozen assets

Belgium's top administrative court ruled that the country's treasury department lacked the proper legal authority to refuse the release of

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Ukraine proposes record defence spending next year as war costs soar

Ukraine is proposing record defence spending for 2027 as the cost of the war with Russia, now in its fifth year, rises and the country needs more financial

Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Hedge funds step up bets against consumer stocks in August, Hazeltree says

Hedge funds increased bets against consumer-focused companies in August and cut some of their bets against AI-related stocks, but turned more bearish towards Alphabet,

Business|Economy|Finance

US homebuilder sentiment drops to 12-month low in September

U.S. homebuilder sentiment dropped to a one-year low in September as rising mortgage rates dampen demand for housing, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Amazon raises minimum hourly pay by $1 to $20 for US operations workers

Amazon.com is raising the minimum hourly pay for its eligible full-time U.S. operations workers by $1 to $20, the e-commerce and cloud giant said on Wednesday.

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Malaysia PM to offer to host Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing in deal for Rohingya return

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Wednesday he would invite Myanmar's junta chief-turned-President Min Aung Hlaing for an official visit in return for

Economy|Finance|Technology

Crypto bill's defeat shows limits of industry's political machine

The U.S.

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Gaza building collapse kills more than 20, dozens remain trapped under rubble

Gaza building collapse kills more than 20, dozens remain trapped under rubble

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Diesel at some Bay Area stations nearing $9 a gallon as CA prices hit record highs

Diesel at some Bay Area stations nearing $9 a gallon as CA prices hit record highs

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Trump administration paid federal employees $9.5 billion not to work in 2025 under DOGE plan

Trump administration paid federal employees $9.5 billion not to work in 2025 under DOGE plan

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Saudi Arabia accuses Houthis of ‘red line’ attack on Mecca as rebels face outrage from Muslim world

Saudi Arabia accuses Houthis of ‘red line’ attack on Mecca as rebels face outrage from Muslim world

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Minnesota farmers grapple with rising fuel costs ahead of fall harvest

Minnesota farmers grapple with rising fuel costs ahead of fall harvest

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The future of Germany's leader is uncertain as his party faces 2 difficult regional elections

Two German regional elections this weekend are expected to bring more gains for a far-right party and could determine whether Chancellor Friedrich Merz can hold on to power and push ahead with economic reforms

Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US House to vote on data center power cost bill

The U.S.

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Majority of US Gen Z healthcare workers eye new jobs within the year, survey shows

A majority of younger U.S. healthcare workers plan to explore new jobs within the next year, even as many want long-term stability with a single employer, a survey released on

Business|Economy|Election|Finance

8 rules to help you understand what campaign finance reporting reveals about influence and support – or doesn’t

Campaign spending is confusing, but there are basic rules to help you understand information about money in elections. They can help you determine what is corruption and what is just regular politics.

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War-damaged Gaza building collapses, killing 20 people sheltering inside

Gaza rescuers on Wednesday searched through the wreckage of a bombed-out apartment building that collapsed overnight, killing

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Dollarama raises annual sales forecast in Canada as cost-conscious shoppers trade down

Canada's Dollarama raised annual comparable sales growth forecast on Wednesday, as shoppers opt for its cheaper everyday products while contending with higher

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Brazil's July activity falls more than expected ahead of rate decision

Economic activity in Brazil fell by a seasonally adjusted 0.2% in July from the previous month, a central bank index showed on Wednesday, compared with expectations for

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UK PM Burnham says he will take tough decisions to keep economy on track

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is ready to take the difficult decisions required to ensure the UK economy remains on track, after data on Wednesday showed a

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Warsh's words may matter more than the anticipated Fed rate hike

The Federal Reserve is expected on Wednesday to hike interest rates for the first time since 2023, a decision driven by stubbornly high inflation

Economy|Europe|Political

German conservative state premiers back embattled Merz in joint statement

Eight state premiers from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Christian Democrats backed the embattled leader in a joint statement on Wednesday.

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Workers at German auto supplier Bosch call for EU action to stem job losses

Labour representatives at auto supplier Bosch demanded on Wednesday political action at EU level to stem job losses in the industry by drawing up regulations to promote

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A time to hike?

An unsettled few days set the scene for the week's main event: the Federal Reserve's policy decision.

Business|Economy|Finance

Bond market woes likely a factor for Fed, but intervention seen as unlikely

By Michael S.

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Honda HR-V vs Kia Seltos, a budget SUV Edmunds comparison

The 2027 Honda HR-V and 2027 Kia Seltos are two small SUVs that are easy to live with, offer enough room for everyday duties, keep fuel costs in check, and are versatile enough to be useful for a range of needs

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Charlie Kirk's family says security failures by Utah officials led to his assassination

Charlie Kirk’s family is blaming Utah officials for failing to prevent the conservative activist’s assassination at a state university

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European shares rise as oil pauses ahead of Fed rate decision

European shares edged up from the previous session's three-month low on Wednesday as a pause in the oil price rally lifted risk appetite ahead

Economy

Poll shows rising trust in global institutions, less comfort with US as global leader

A new poll of over 35,000 people worldwide shows continued support for global cooperation and rising trust in international institutions, but less

Arts|Economy|Europe

EU will use all tools to cut China trade deficit, von der Leyen says

The European Union will use every possible means to reduce its "unsustainable" trade deficit trade with China, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on

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Australia's Reliance Worldwide agrees to Brookfield's $2.9 billion buyout bid

Australia's Reliance Worldwide will back an almost $2.9 billion buyout from global investment firm Brookfield, it said on Wednesday, as the plumbing supplies company

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India's payment firms jump as UPI fee boosts revenue outlook

Shares of Paytm, One Mobikwik, Yes Bank advanced on Wednesday after India's payments authority introduced a 0.4% fee on select person-to-merchant transactions above 2,000 rupees (

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Euro zone wage growth slows, only modest uptick seen

Euro zone wage growth continued to slow last quarter even as inflation picked up, and negotiated wage contracts point to only a mild pickup next year, offering European

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South African inflation expectations stabilise in third quarter

South African inflation expectations stabilised in the third quarter, a survey showed on Wednesday, after a steep rise in the previous quarter because of the oil

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Major brokerages' forecasts for S&P 500 index in 2026

Global brokerages expect the benchmark S&P 500 index to extend its rally in 2026, betting on AI momentum and strong corporate earnings, while the war in Iran continues to weigh on

Arts|Economy

UK rents rise at fastest pace this year, data shows

Average private rent prices in Britain rose in August in annual terms at the fastest rate this year, according to official data on Wednesday that also showed a cooling in house

Economy

Warsh on collision course with Trump administration

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is likely to come out of Wednesday's policy decision bruised one way or another.

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Smaller phone and laptop makers dig in for years of memory scarcity

Independent phone and laptop makers are redesigning products, testing incoming chips for fakes and passing on costs as a memory shortage they

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US, Vietnam firms to sign agreements as To Lam travels to New York, documents show

A string of agreements is expected to be announced next week by U.S. and Vietnamese corporations involving energy, tech, aviation

Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

US court accepts airBaltic Chapter 11 filing, Latvian prime minister says

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved Latvian carrier airBaltic's request to enter Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and begin restructuring its debt, Prime

Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Indonesia finance minister ousted after clash with Prabowo's ex-army colleague, sources say

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto sacked Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa after he clashed with a top ministry official who served on

Business|Economy|Finance

China's slower loan growth is the new normal, central bank governor says

China's slower loan growth is becoming the new normal as shrinking property and local government sectors sap credit demand faster than emerging industries can fill the gap

Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Hong Kong's first five-year plan aims to add jobs, homes

Hong Kong leader John Lee unveiled the city's first five-year plan on Wednesday, aiming to boost residents' livelihoods and cement its

Arts|Asia|Economy|Finance

BOJ set to raise interest rates to 31-year high as inflation risks loom

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates to a 31-year high on Friday and signal readiness to keep pushing up borrowing costs, joining other major

Business|Economy|Finance

Private equity, foreign investors fuel Aussie M&A activity in 2026

Australian companies have attracted a wave of takeover interest from private equity firms and overseas investors so far in 2026, although only a limited number of those approaches

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AI rivals found rare agreement on safety. Putting it into practice is harder

Leading voices in AI, including Anthropic’s Dario Amodei and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, agree that AI development needs to slow down

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Saudis pound Yemen as Houthis solidify gains in new theatre of Middle East war

Saudi warplanes pounded Yemen, the Houthis said on Wednesday, as the Iran-backed fighters solidified their gains after a lightning advance that

Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Sydney housing slump creates pandemic-sized hole in state tax take

The Australian state of New South Wales, home to one of the world's most expensive housing markets in Sydney, saw tax revenue from home sales dive more than

Business|Economy|Finance

Apollo Global Management provides $585 million financing to office provider TEC

Apollo Global Management has extended $585 million in financing to office space provider The Executive Centre (TEC), the U.S.-based asset manager said on Tuesday.  

Business|Economy|Interview

US-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses as costs rise during the Iran war

Small business owners in the United States and Canada say a trade war between their countries is hurting sales while they are also dealing with rising expenses from higher fuel costs

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Chinese investors rush into US stocks as Beijing opens wider path overseas

Chinese investors are piling into foreign assets, especially U.S. stock funds, after regulators lifted outbound quotas, unlocking pent-up demand as domestic yields are at

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Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince is seeking backing from the president of Egypt, his ally across the Red Sea, as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels

Economy

House votes for a third time to end the Iran war as conflict drags on

For a third time, the U.S. House has voted to end the war in Iran

Economy|World

Japan records a trade deficit for 4th month as oil imports soar

Japan’s trade deficit totaled $7 billion last month, as surging oil prices sent the cost of imports soaring

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Boeing, Korean Air finalize order for 103 aircraft

Korean Air has finalized an order for 103 Boeing aircraft worth $36.2 billion at list prices, including wide-body passenger jets, freighters and single-aisle planes, the airline

Economy|Election|Political

Vance tells House Republicans to ‘just talk about Abdul El-Sayed’ if their own opponents aren’t ‘that crazy’

Vance tells House Republicans to ‘just talk about Abdul El-Sayed’ if their own opponents aren’t ‘that crazy’

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US DoJ backs bond demand in Paramount-Warner Bros antitrust fight

The U.S.

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The AI gold rush has a dress code: steel-toe boots

Not every winner in the AI race makes chips. Some sell cowboy boots.

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Japan August imports jump as oil prices lift costs, exports stay firm

Japan posted its largest increase in imports in nearly four years in August as higher oil prices lifted energy costs, while exports rose for a 12th month

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New Zealand parliament passes India trade deal, cutting tariffs on most exports

New Zealand's parliament on Wednesday passed legislation to implement a free trade agreement with India, under which tariffs on about 95% of New Zealand exports to India would be

Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Trading Day: No hiding place

Investors must have had a strong sense of deja vu on Tuesday, as global bond yields hit fresh multi-year highs and supply fears yanked oil

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Norfolk Southern sees fuel prices weighing on third quarter despite freight share gains

Norfolk Southern expects higher fuel prices to creating a significant headwind in the third quarter, even as the railroad operator continues to gain freight share from trucks,

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Victims of sexual abuse with NDAs would be able to speak freely under new bill from GOP committee leader

Victims of sexual abuse with NDAs would be able to speak freely under new bill from GOP committee leader

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Federal authorities allege more than $10M in childcare payment fraud in California

Federal authorities have charged a dozen people for fraudulently collecting over $10 million in childcare payments without having actual attendees at their facilities

Economy|Science|Technology

US Senator Sanders and Trump ally Bannon call for stronger AI oversight

Progressive U.S.

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10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 ahead of Fed rate decision

10-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 ahead of Fed rate decision

Arts|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Bitcoin and crypto stocks remain down after US senate fails to advance regulatory bill

Bitcoin and crypto-related stocks remained lower on Tuesday after the U.S.

Business|Economy

Argentina submits 2027 budget bill to Congress, foresees 4% GDP growth

Argentina's government presented its 2027 budget proposal to Congress on Tuesday, laying out President Javier Milei's economic projections and spending priorities

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JPMorgan expects investment banking, trading to shine in third quarter

JPMorgan Chase expects investment banking fees and trading revenue growth to be strong in the third quarter, co-President Doug Petno said at

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Government bond yields rise, oil gains again as stocks dip

U.S.

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US stocks slip after oil prices and the bond market crank up the pressure

The U.S. stock market slipped as oil prices and the bond market cranked up the pressure on Wall Street

Arts|Economy|Election|Finance|Technology

Senate blocks cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments

Senate Democrats have blocked legislation to create a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency

Business|Economy

France would back Dutch veteran Knot to lead ECB, wants chief economist job, sources say

France would back Dutchman Klaas Knot to succeed Christine Lagarde as head of the European Central Bank provided the powerful

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Agnico Eagle says it is not interested in participating in Barrick’s North American IPO

Canadian gold miner Agnico Eagle is not interested in participating in Barrick Mining's proposed North American initial public offering, Agnico CEO

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Trump administration plans $2.8 billion munitions sale to Israel, sources say

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to sell to Israel a munitions package worth $2.8 billion, which will include tens of thousands of

Economy

Iran war cost hits $38 billion, forecast to rise $3 billion a month, CBO says

The six-month-old U.S. war against Iran has cost $38 billion so far and that amount is projected to rise by $3 billion a month, Congress' nonpartisan

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Wall Street ends lower as oil spikes and the benchmark Treasury yield breaches 5%

Wall Street extended its selloff on Tuesday, as rising U.S.

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Bessent defends Trump economic policies, reveals plans to meet Chinese official

U.S.

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Truist Financial to sell $5.5 billion of auto loans amid overhaul

Truist Financial said on Tuesday it has struck a deal to sell $5.5 billion of auto loans, as CEO Mike Lyons pushes to overhaul the U.S. bank and exit less profitable, non-core

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Olympics-LA28 could generate up to $40.6 billion for region, study says

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games could generate as much as $40.6 billion in economic output and support up to 224,000 jobs across the Greater Los

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Iran war expected to cause a spike in US inflation, according to budget watchdog

Iran war expected to cause a spike in US inflation, according to budget watchdog

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Iran war has cost the US more than $38B, budget office says

The war against Iran has cost the U.S. more than $38 billion through Aug. 1 and will continue to cost up to $3 billion a month or more

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US FAA says billions more needed to modernize air traffic control

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration said the first phase of an ambitious plan to modernize air traffic control will cost billions of

Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance

Key candidates to replace ECB President Lagarde

France could back former Dutch central bank chief Klaas Knot to succeed Christine Lagarde as head of the European Central Bank as part of a bargain in which a French

Business|Economy|Technology

Hitachi Energy to invest $528 million in new transformer factory in Mississippi

Hitachi Energy plans to build a $528 million factory in Mississippi to produce electrical transformers, marking the single-biggest

Economy|Political|World

US energy chief says Saudi Arabia oil pipeline should be back online within days

Crude oil should be flowing through Saudi Arabia's vital East-West Pipeline within days, U.S.

Business|Economy

French central bank trims growth outlook as demand softens

France faces sluggish growth this year as consumers rein in spending and businesses hold back investment over uncertainty about energy prices, public finances and

Business|Economy

American incomes finally top pre-pandemic levels, fighting against inflation all the way

U.S. household income finally topped pre-pandemic levels last year, a stark sign of how the past five years of rising prices have limited Americans’ earnings and purchasing power

Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German wholesale prices post fastest rise in over 3 years on energy costs

German wholesale prices rose at their fastest rate in more than three years in August, as the conflict in Iran and the Middle East drives up costs for energy products and

Business|Economy|Health|Science|World

For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians

For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians

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Japanese land prices rise for a fifth year

Japanese land prices rose 1.5% in the year to July 1, marking a fifth straight year of gains and maintaining the strongest pace of growth since the aftermath of the

Business|Economy|Science|Technology

MediaTek launches new mobile chip using TSMC's most advanced technology 

Taiwan's MediaTek unveiled on Tuesday a new smartphone chip made using TSMC's most advanced manufacturing technology, as it targets the premium handset

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Global bond yields hit fresh highs, raising stakes for big borrowers

Government borrowing costs hit their highest level since the 2008 financial crisis on Tuesday, with 10-year U.S.

Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Morgan Stanley turns more hawkish, forecasts two Fed hikes and ECB move

Morgan Stanley has joined other major Wall Street banks in adopting a more hawkish outlook on interest rates, forecasting U.S.

Economy

European shares hit three-month low as oil spike revives inflation and rate worries

European shares fell to three-month lows on Tuesday as rising oil prices and bond yields continued to dampen investors' risk appetite ahead of the U.S.

Arts|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Toyota revamp hints of wider industry shake-up in China

A potential tie-up between Toyota's two main Chinese partners could be a sign the long-standing foreign joint-venture model in China is entering a new phase as a

Arts|Economy|Finance|Technology

Stocks wobble but no sign of panic as yields surge

Add the summer bond-market rout to the list of market upheavals that U.S. stocks have largely shrugged off.

Arts|Business|Economy

WTO says global trade system at critical juncture, urges reform

The World Trade Organization on Tuesday urged its members to reform global trade rules or risk a slide into fragmentation that could significantly

Asia|Business|Economy

South Korean lawmaker says Trump due to announce US investment details on Friday

A South Korean lawmaker said on Tuesday, while questioning the country's finance minister nominee, that U.S.

Arts|Economy|Europe|Finance

German investor morale stabilises in September, ZEW finds

German investor morale stabilised in September, while the assessment of the current economic situation improved significantly.

Arts|Economy|Europe|Interview|World

Russians make the best of a struggling economy before vote

As a bustling tourist hub on the Volga River whose town centre and roads are being rebuilt with state funding, the picturesque medieval city of

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Kremlin welcomes Trump's idea of energy truce with Ukraine, calls for sanctions removal

The Kremlin said on Tuesday it welcomed a U.S. proposal for a Russia-Ukraine moratorium on attacking each other's energy infrastructure, while saying it was also necessary

Arts|Economy

Goldman Sachs asset arm raises $11.7 billion in private equity funds

Goldman Sachs' asset management said on Tuesday its alternatives unit has raised $11.7 billion across its latest private equity funds and related vehicles.

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South Korea, Kazakhstan sign MoU on atomic energy, explore mineral trade

South Korea and Kazakhstan signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy as their leaders met on Tuesday and pledged to work

Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

"The house" visits the House

The nervous start to the week for world markets has seen 10-year U.S.

Business|Economy|Finance

How ‘portfolio reasoning’ explains Trump’s constant reevaluation of America’s value

Trump has approached governing through the same framework as his former business portfolio, where he casts the US as a flagship holding whose value he was elected to increase.

Arts|Economy|Education|Environment

Nearly 2 years after Helene, recovery varies across western North Carolina

Nearly 2 years after Helene, recovery varies across western North Carolina

Business|Economy|Environment

Record-high diesel prices add pressure for Missouri farmers

Record-high diesel prices add pressure for Missouri farmers

Business|Economy|Sports|Technology

Otis CEO Marks to retire next year, succession search underway

Sept 15 - Otis Worldwide CEO Judy Marks, who helped navigate the elevator maker's transition to a stand-alone company after its 2020 spin-off from United Technologies, is set to retire, the company

Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall St tepid at open as oil prices, Treasury yields rise

The major U.S. stock indexes were subdued at open on Tuesday as higher crude prices, elevated Treasury yields and an uncertain outlook for AI demand kept investors at bay.

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UAE's ADNOC buys millions of barrels of Iraqi crude, sources say

Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (ADNOC) has bought millions of barrels of discounted crude from Iraq's state oil firm, three people

Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Delos Data, a chip startup founded by Intel veterans, raises $100 million for AI networks 

Delos Data, a startup founded by veterans of Intel Corp, on Tuesday said it has raised $100 million to develop chips and software that can move

Africa|Business|Economy|World

Congo creates task force for US minerals deal, cabinet minutes say

Democratic Republic of Congo has approved a task force to speed up implementation of its strategic minerals partnership with the United States, according

Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wells Fargo trims S&P 500 index's year-end target to 7,700

Wells Fargo lowered its year-end target for the S&P 500 index to 7,700 from 7,950, as limited catalysts for further gains, and rising political and sector-specific risks cloud the

Arts|Economy

Median US income rises to highest on record even as Americans feel affordability pinch

Median US income rises to highest on record even as Americans feel affordability pinch

Economy|Environment|Food

Linvilla Orchards adapts after spring freeze wipes out 90% of apple crop

Linvilla Orchards adapts after spring freeze wipes out 90% of apple crop

Business|Economy|Finance

L'Oreal steals French stock market crown from LVMH

Cosmetics group L'Oreal became France's most valuable listed company on Tuesday, surpassing Louis Vuitton owner LVMH as high-end

Business|Economy|Finance

Coca-Cola to invest $10 billion in US infrastructure by 2030

Coca-Cola on Tuesday said it plans to invest $10 billion in infrastructure in the U.S., one of its biggest markets, from 2026 through 2030. 

Business|Economy|World

Bessent says strong dollar based on credibility, policy certainty

U.S.

Arts|Economy|Technology

Honeywell Aero CEO calls planned GE Aerospace-CPP deal positive for industry

Honeywell Aerospace’s CEO called GE Aerospace’s planned $12 billion acquisition of a castings maker “positive for the industry overall” and

Africa|Americas|Arts|Asia|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast

US poverty rate dips to lowest on record, Census Bureau says

The U.S. poverty rate edged down to the lowest on record in 2025, while median household income hit a record high, the Census

Business|Economy|Finance

Wells Fargo CFO sees stronger 2026 loan growth, healthy US economy

Wells Fargo expects loan growth in 2026 to be better than its previous forecast and signaled healthy spending and credit trends in the U.S., CFO Mike

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Alarmed Yemenis flee south as Houthis keep up attacks

After a drone strike sent shrapnel flying into his wife's chest, killing her, Muhammad Aiyash and his three children fled with no belongings to a new makeshift camp for the

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Maduro ally Alex Saab pleads guilty in a $195M money laundering case, agrees to cooperate

A close ally of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has pleaded guilty to bribing officials to secure contracts for importing food during Venezuela's crisis

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Saudi Arabia has shut a critical oil pipeline. Here’s why it matters for the global oil market

Saudi Arabia has shut a critical oil pipeline. Here’s why it matters for the global oil market

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Some Sol Blume festival ticket holders still without refunds 2 years later

Some Sol Blume festival ticket holders still without refunds 2 years later

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Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump's demands

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation

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UK jobs market stays soft before BoE rate call

Britain's jobs market stayed weak with pay growth near a six-year low, the fewest vacancies since 2021 and hiring down, according to data that

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Trump says Ukraine and Russia agreed to stop targeting energy sites, but Kyiv calls it a ‘proposal for a mutual halt’

Trump says Ukraine and Russia agreed to stop targeting energy sites, but Kyiv calls it a ‘proposal for a mutual halt’

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Tech boom powers China's factories but economic imbalances deepen as consumption slows

China's industrial sector showed renewed strength in August as the AI-driven tech boom fuelled factory output, though sluggish consumption and

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Gates Foundation warns AI could widen inequality as foundation pledges $1B to expand access

Bill Gates is warning technology companies and world leaders that they must act now to ensure artificial intelligence combats social inequities

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Missile shortages, damage to US facilities: Pentagon watchdog issues first review of Iran war

Missile shortages, damage to US facilities: Pentagon watchdog issues first review of Iran war

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10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, critical threshold for US economy and markets

10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, critical threshold for US economy and markets

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Carney pitches Canada to global investors as Trump tries to pull investment south

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is courting some of the world’s biggest investors as he tries to reduce Canada’s economic dependence on the United States

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A Vermont man is on trial for shooting 3 Palestinian students. He claimed the CIA told him to do it

Jason Eaton insisted he was acting on orders from the CIA and Mossad when he shot three Palestinian college students who were walking past his home a few days after Thanksgiving

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AI stocks drop, but the rest of Wall Street holds steadier after oil prices give back an early jump

AI stocks slid worldwide after leaders of the industry warned a slowdown is needed for the safety of humanity

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Trump administration removes climate pollution limits on power plants

Trump administration removes climate pollution limits on power plants

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Mexico launches antitrust investigation over alleged monopolistic soccer practices

Mexico’s National Antitrust Commission has launched an investigation into potential monopolistic practices in domestic soccer

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States sue to stop Trump rule that would make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards

States sue to stop Trump rule that would make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards

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Maduro ally Alex Saab expected to plead guilty in federal money laundering case

Alex Saab, a close ally of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is expected to plead guilty Tuesday in a federal case

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Costco raises price for Kirkland motor oil, sets purchase limit

Costco has raised the price of motor oil sold under its exclusive private-label brand as well as limited how much of it customers can buy weekly as oil prices climb yet again

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'A slap and a blow to the gut': Drivers struggle as metro Detroit gas prices continue to rise

'A slap and a blow to the gut': Drivers struggle as metro Detroit gas prices continue to rise

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US Treasury yields are rising - why does it matter?

A selloff in U.S. government bonds is pushing up borrowing costs, which could squeeze households, companies, financial markets and the federal budget

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Africa's biggest oil refinery opens to public ownership, sparking excitement among retail investors

Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, is opening a portion of his refinery to public ownership in Africa's biggest initial public offering

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Some cars trapped in Empire Towers garage since July 9 could be removed this month

Some cars trapped in Empire Towers garage since July 9 could be removed this month

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Women enter skilled trades as metro Atlanta faces growing demand for workers

Women enter skilled trades as metro Atlanta faces growing demand for workers

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AI is supercharging money scams – here’s what you can do to protect yourself

Good habits by consumers can stymie scams, but US regulations have fallen behind the technology.

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Portugal decriminalized drugs 25 years ago, but the real lesson is what it built around this policy

Portugal’s remarkable public health strides after changing its approach to drugs may not be replicable in other countries absent broader systemic reforms.

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European leaders meet as Arctic thaw opens shipping routes and Russian buildup stokes security fears

European leaders are highlighting growing competition in the Arctic as global warming opens new shipping routes

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Get ready for a 30% jump in heating oil costs this winter as Iran war drives up prices

Get ready for a 30% jump in heating oil costs this winter as Iran war drives up prices

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Second federal judge freezes Trump mail ballot order with US Supreme Court poised to weigh in

A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has issued a new order freezing President Donald Trump's attempt to limit mail voting for the midterm elections

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Tennis players seeking more prize money say they won't go public with their protests anymore

Top tennis players who have been protesting for a larger share of revenues from the biggest tournaments in the sport say they will no longer go public with their demands now that a Grand Slam Player Advisory Council has been formed

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Iranian cargo ship is struck, and talks between Tehran and its neighbors are postponed

State-run media in Iran say an Iranian commercial vessel has been struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed and four wounded

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House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval

House Speaker Mike Johnson says Congress would have to approve President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 to each American adult if the Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the November election

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Fighting in Yemen intensifies, and Houthis launch more attacks on Saudi Arabia

The conflict in Yemen is intensifying, as government forces launch attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels along the Red Sea and Houthis fire into neighboring Saudi Arabia, which supports Yemen’s government

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Trump says he's lifting a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because 'everybody's been bugging me' about it

President Donald Trump says he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey

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Trump has support in Doonbeg, though tiny snails have snagged his Irish golf course plans

President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland has attracted protests, but in one corner of the country there is strong support

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Why Trump’s effort to build more refineries won’t lower gas prices

Why Trump’s effort to build more refineries won’t lower gas prices

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Democrats eye a new tool to hold Trump accountable if they win the House

Democrats eye a new tool to hold Trump accountable if they win the House

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Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future

Political strategist Khalil Thompson is on a mission to understand why some Black men leaned Republican in recent elections

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At BRICS, India's Modi warns geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and climate crises are affecting people worldwide

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Benin bets on turning its cotton crop into clothes at home

The fabrics made by Fatoumata Dosso carry the tag “Made in Benin.”

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Judge rules Trump administration order to fire FEMA staffers was illegal

Judge rules Trump administration order to fire FEMA staffers was illegal

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Iraq says Saudi pipeline attack originated from its territory, and other Mideast news

Iraq says an attack on a key Saudi oil pipeline was launched from its territory, and U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran is “probably” behind it

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Michigan landscaping company demanding answers after 6 workers stopped by ICE agents

Michigan landscaping company demanding answers after 6 workers stopped by ICE agents

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8 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as Putin warns Europe against sending troops

Russian strikes have killed eight civilians and wounded dozens in Ukraine, according to local officials

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Trump says Iran likely responsible for attack that shut vital Saudi oil pipeline

Trump says Iran likely responsible for attack that shut vital Saudi oil pipeline

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Can the oil market survive a forever war with Iran?

Can the oil market survive a forever war with Iran?

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Crypto billionaires give $97 million to Reform UK, fueling concerns about money in politics

Reform UK, the anti-immigration party led by Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, received $97 million from two cryptocurrency billionaires this weekend

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BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East, condemn unilateral sanctions at India summit

Leaders of the BRICS nations have expressed concern over rising tensions in the Middle East and condemned sanctions not authorized by the U.N. The leaders met in New Delhi on Saturday to strengthen their global position

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Why Canada? America's northern neighbor seems an unlikely target for a trade war

Canada might seem an unlikely target for a U.S. trade war

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Saudi oil pipeline shut down after attack triggers fires

Saudi oil pipeline shut down after attack triggers fires

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Wall Street week ahead: Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, retail sales update

The Federal Reserve and its interest rate policy will be the main focus for Wall Street this week

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For the US news industry, a tough summer draws to a close with McClatchy chain's cuts

The McClatchy newspaper chain has made significant layoffs at The Miami Herald and other papers, cutting over 90 unionized journalists across 17 publications

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Ford to invest $1 billion in Kentucky truck plant, building new paint shop

Ford to invest $1 billion in Kentucky truck plant, building new paint shop

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US stocks jump after oil prices ease and an inflation update comes in near expectations

U.S. stocks rebounded and clawed back much of their losses for the week after oil prices eased off their recent spurt

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US wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb

Wholesale inflation picked up last month after cooling earlier this summer as higher oil and gas prices stemming from the Iran war are keeping costs elevated

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House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain

The House is expected to take up a punishing Russian sanctions package next week, though prospects of passage are uncertain despite the overwhelming support the bill received in the Senate

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FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims during the Republican midterm convention

President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other Republican officials came together for a two-day convention this week to rally voters in advance of midterm elections in November

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UN extends partial Sudan arms embargo for a month while talks continue on US demand for a total ban

The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to briefly extend the current arms embargo on Sudan’s western Darfur region while negotiations continue on a contentious U.S. proposal to expand the embargo throughout the country

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Diesel prices are hitting record highs at a bad time for many US farmers

The price of diesel is hitting record highs just as many U.S. farmers are harvesting two of the nation’s largest commodities, soybeans and corn

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The Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a lifeline for the global economy, is in jeopardy

The Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a lifeline for the global economy, is in jeopardy

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A man fights for a new life in Cuba after the US expels him in an immigration crackdown

A Cuban man is fighting for a new life on his troubled island after the U.S. government expelled him as part of an immigration crackdown

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Tourists should skip Kauai for now as it recovers from Hurricane Lowell, officials say

Tourism officials are asking visitors to steer clear of one of Hawaii’s most picturesque islands during recovery from the latest tropical storm to thrash the state

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No relief from inflation as Middle East clashes lifts fuel prices to painful levels

U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas prices spiked in the wake of renewed fighting in the Middle East, underscoring the affordability challenges that are top of mind for many voters as midterm elections near

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Modi holds talks with Putin and Iran's president before the BRICS summit of 11 nations

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have held talks before a BRICS summit in New Delhi

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Iranian allies captured a strategic Red Sea island in a vital waterway. Here’s what to know

Iranian allies captured a strategic Red Sea island in a vital waterway. Here’s what to know

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Afghan woman whose case was the first for a long-dormant court has been deported, officials say

The Justice Department says an Afghan woman who was accused of supporting an Islamic State-inspired plot in the United States and whose case was the first for an obscure and long-dormant court has been deported

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Diesel costs more than $6 a gallon for the first time. Here’s how that affects you

Diesel costs more than $6 a gallon for the first time. Here’s how that affects you

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Death toll in Philippine ferry fire rises to 35 as more bodies are recovered

The death toll from a ferry fire in the Philippines has risen to 35, with 54 still missing

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US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods

Diesel prices in the U.S. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel

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Inflation heated up last month, boosting the case for a Fed rate hike

Inflation heated up last month, boosting the case for a Fed rate hike

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Nigeria’s parliament suspends engagements with South Africa over anti-migrant violence

Nigeria's parliament is suspending official visits to South Africa indefinitely over anti-immigrant protests targeting Africans

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Security clearances don’t determine whom a president can trust – they reveal risks the president may not know

A report that one of Trump’s aides went a year without routine vetting raises a question a former CIA executive knows well: What is that process for?

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How soybeans took over the American diet – without anyone noticing

A century ago, Americans barely ate soy. Now it’s everywhere in people’s diets, even in places they don’t look or expect.

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More than 500,000 Russian troops killed in Ukraine, UK defense chief says

A senior British defense official says more than half a million Russian troops have been killed in Ukraine since Moscow's full-scale invasion in February 2022

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CEO who sued ex-girlfriend over lavish gifts loses case

CEO who sued ex-girlfriend over lavish gifts loses case

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BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars and rivalries strain the expanded bloc

BRICS leaders are meeting in New Delhi this weekend as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and U.S.-China tensions test the group's unity

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Rich nations are handing Nepal a climate crisis bill it can’t afford

Rich nations are handing Nepal a climate crisis bill it can’t afford

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New Delhi residents face traffic chaos as India prepares to host BRICS summit

As India’s capital prepares to host a summit of the BRICS grouping of countries this weekend, parts of one of the world’s busiest urban centers have been turned into tightly controlled security zones

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The Latest: Trump urges Republicans to ‘go out and vote’ on final day of midterm convention

Republicans have gathered in Dallas for the closing day of their party’s midterm convention

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Iran-backed Houthi rebels take strategic port city in Yemen, raising threat to Red Sea shipping

The Iran-backed Houthi rebel group has taken control of Yemen's strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha

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Carney calls Trump’s latest trade measures ‘relatively modest,’ signals restraint

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney signaled that Canada may hold off on further retaliation against President Donald Trump’s latest trade measures, calling them “relatively modest” compared to earlier U.S. actions

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Trump officials scramble to manage fallout after his $5K check pledge to all Americans

Trump officials scramble to manage fallout after his $5K check pledge to all Americans

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Former crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried appeals conviction to Supreme Court

Former crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried appeals conviction to Supreme Court

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Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists don't seem thrilled with the idea

Donald Trump’s pitch to send Americans $5,000 checks should Republicans prevail in the November midterms is drawing scorn from some members of Congress — the very people who have constitutional authority over federal spending

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Oil prices leap to their highest since May and drag Wall Street lower

U.S. stocks sank after oil prices jumped to their highest levels since May

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Global oil hits $108 per barrel while bond yields surge

Global oil hits $108 per barrel while bond yields surge

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Trump promises $500 Obamacare rebate checks for 1M enrollees in 30 states

The Trump administration is promising $500 rebate checks to about 1 million ACA enrollees across 30 states

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European Central Bank raises interest rates a quarter point to quell energy-fueled inflation

The European Central Bank is raising interest rates to cool inflation that is being fed by high oil prices from the Iran war

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Ryanair CEO disputes report that an injured passenger was partly sucked out a shattered window

Ryanair's CEO disputes claims that a passenger was partly sucked out of a window during a July flight

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Five killed in vehicles hit by Amazon cargo plane

CNN's Pete Muntean has the latest on the deadly Amazon cargo plane crash. The chair of the NTSB gives new details about the dead and injured, and the ongoing investigation.

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US home sales weaken to slowest pace in more than a year as mortgage rates, home prices climb

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes declined in August to their slowest annual pace in more than a year as home shoppers grappled with rising mortgage rates and home prices

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ECB raises interest rates, bolstering bets for further moves

The European Central Bank raised interest rates on Thursday for the second time this year to quell an energy-driven inflation rise

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Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America pledges $100M to cut US maternal mortality rate in half

Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America, a bipartisan campaign launched by philanthropists Olivia and Tom Walton, pledged $100 million Thursday to make childbirth safer in the U.S. The five-year plan aims to cut the maternal mortality rate in half by 2031

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The AI boom and tariff uncertainty are pushing copper prices to record highs

The AI boom and tariff uncertainty are pushing copper prices to record highs

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Wholesale inflation picked up in August, as energy costs kept rising

Wholesale inflation picked up in August, as energy costs kept rising

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A fire on a passenger ferry in the Philippines leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing

Rescuers are struggling to get into a passenger ferry that had caught fire off the western Philippines, leaving five people dead and 86 missing

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2026’s El Niño is shaping up to be a doozy – it’s already affecting global shipping, fish behavior and heat

El Niño can affect agriculture, marine life and economies in profound ways, including slowing commerce at the Panama Canal. This El Niño is likely to be the strongest in over a century.

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The push to remove lead pipes is on. Thousands of water systems still don’t know where theirs are

Thousands of water systems nationwide still have not accounted for potentially dangerous lead pipes supplying homes and businesses with drinking water

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Why there will be a new moment of silence at this year’s Ground Zero ceremony

Why there will be a new moment of silence at this year’s Ground Zero ceremony

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US unemployment claims dip to 206,000 as layoffs continue to remain rare

Slightly fewer Americans filed for unemployment claims last week as jobless claims remain at historically low levels and layoffs are still rare

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Know your bonds: A quick guide to Treasuries

Know your bonds: A quick guide to Treasuries

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Republicans showcase their 'big beautiful bill' to voters, but the law's impact has been mixed

Working to keep the majority in Congress, Republicans are showcasing their chief legislative accomplishment in this midterm election

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Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes a dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins

President Donald Trump says he plans to give every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections

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From pony fur to bamboo furniture, Trump’s trade war with Canada is getting even weirder

From pony fur to bamboo furniture, Trump’s trade war with Canada is getting even weirder

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California officials allow plans for the country's biggest kelp farm to move forward

California has long been farm country, and its oceans soon could be, too

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EU's von der Leyen slams turnout for Mladic's funeral

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday that the images of the large turnout for the funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic were "

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Malaysian data centres guzzle more power as temperatures soar

Malaysia's data centres are consuming more power as temperatures rise, leaving a 9 gigawatt gas-fired capacity gap for the government to fill by 2032,

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UK to announce a trade ban on Israeli West Bank goods

Britain will announce a trade ban on goods made in Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank later on Tuesday, confirmed a senior minister, as part of the UK's efforts

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Indonesia suspends nearly 2,000 free meal kitchens for breaching sanitation rules

The Indonesian agency responsible for the country's free meals programme has temporarily closed nearly 2,000 kitchens for failing to register for hygiene checks, its chief

Economy|Finance

Why the BOJ will bet small on rate hikes now to avoid a bigger shock later

The last time Japan's central bank lifted its main policy rate half a percentage point, prices were so hot the land the Imperial Palace sat on was said to be

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China's car exports stay strong in August but domestic sales decline more

China's car exports stayed robust in August as BYD and other automakers shipped a record number of vehicles overseas, in sharp contrast to a sluggish domestic market where

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Singapore PM's annual salary to rise 64% to $2.85 million amid ministerial pay hike

Ministerial salaries in Singapore, already among the world's highest, will go up from October 15, boosting the prime minister's annual

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Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi energy facilities, wound 73, authorities say

Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world's top oil exporter, were halted on Tuesday following attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis that wounded 73

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Congo extends state control over mining with bid to lock down geological data

Democratic Republic of Congo plans to tighten control over geological data that guides billions of dollars in mining exploration, potentially

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BHP, union talks for Port Hedland iron ore workers to stretch into next week

Talks between BHP and unions representing workers at the mining giant's Port Hedland iron ore operations in Western Australia ended without a deal, with further

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Asian shares and US futures decline, while oil prices press higher

Asian shares and U.S. futures have fallen as flaring conflict in the Middle East pushes oil prices higher

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The yen also rises

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Summer's officially over. Buckle up!

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Canada's retaliatory tariffs take effect as US trade talks stall

Canada's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods took effect just after midnight on Tuesday as Prime Minister Mark Carney increased economic pressure on his

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Yen's rally to seven-month high weighs on dollar ahead of US CPI

The Japanese yen climbed to a seven-month high against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, as traders continued to unwind short positions amid growing bets of a

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China's exports surge as demand for high-tech, AI help prop up economic growth

China's export growth quickened last month, buoyed by strong overseas appetite for high-tech and AI-related products, providing vital support for

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Oil rises as risks of prolonged Mideast conflict fan supply worries

Oil prices extended gains to multi-week highs on Tuesday as risks of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East grew after Iran threatened to

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Iran-backed Houthis attack Saudi energy facilities, wounding dozens and sending oil prices higher 

Yemen's Tehran-backed Houthis attacked energy facilities and cities in U.S. ally Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, wounding more than 70

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Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

The ongoing outbreak of cyclospora tied to iceberg lettuce has raised new concerns about the safety of imported produce — and underscores a worrisome trend: The U.S. is conducting fewer inspections to catch contaminated food

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China's exports pick up in August, jumping 25% as its trade surplus widens

China has reported that its exports jumped 25% in August from a year earlier on strong demand for autos and high-tech goods

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Nepal endured months of political upheaval. Devastating floods are now testing its new government

The flash floods two weeks ago swallowed settlements in Nepal, damaged hydropower projects and left thousands of homes in need of rebuilding

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Russia to strip contract soldiers of one-off payment if laws violated at home

Russia's defence ministry wants to claim back part of a one-off payout from contract service personnel found guilty of criminal offences at home, a document showed, amid increasing

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Japan, US remain aligned on FX policy to foster stable markets, Katayama says

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday that Tokyo and Washington remain aligned in their approach to currency markets and will continue close

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Asia stocks fall as yen surges, Iran warns US of retaliation

A surge in the yen and mixed economic data sent Asian stocks lower on Tuesday, while fresh Iranian threats in the Gulf drove commodity prices and

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Hormuz traffic slows after Iran threatens retaliation for US attacks

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed at the start of this week, after Iran threatened on Monday to retaliate for any new U.S. attacks.

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Australian consumer sentiment slides under rates, petrol pressure

A measure of Australian consumer sentiment fell sharply in September, a survey showed on Tuesday, as fears of higher interest rates and a rebound in fuel prices pressured

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Japan upgrades Q2 GDP on slight capex improvement

Japan's economy grew faster than initially estimated in the April-June quarter from the previous three months, supported by business spending that was

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Japan July real wages rise 2.4%, biggest gain since 2021 

Japan's real wages rose 2.4% in July from a year earlier, marking the biggest increase since May 2021 and the seventh consecutive month of gains,

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Colombia 12-month inflation edges up more than expected in August

Colombia's consumer prices rose 0.39% in August, the country's DANE statistics agency said on Monday, taking annual price growth to 6.24%.

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EverBank to combine with WaFd in $3.9 billion reverse merger

Florida-based EverBank Financial has agreed to acquire WaFd, a smaller bank in the Pacific Northwest, in a $3.9 billion reverse merger transaction, the companies said on Monday.

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Iran says improved ballistic missile shows it will take preemptive action against threats

Iran state media says a ballistic missile with improved capabilities demonstrates Tehran's shifting stance toward taking preemptive action against threats

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Airbus aircraft deliveries to end-August rose 9%

Airbus jet deliveries rose 9% in the first eight months of 2026, leaving the European planemaker broadly on track to meet its target for the year, but with some catching-up

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ISS advises Conagra shareholders to reject proposed executive pay programme

Proxy adviser ISS has urged Conagra Brands' shareholders to vote against proposed changes to the U.S. packaged food maker's executive compensation programme.

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Oil prices rise to six-week highs on worsening Middle East conflict

Oil prices rose to a six-week high on Monday as Iran vowed to strike energy infrastructure across the Middle East in response to further U.S. attacks on its

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Volkswagen finds defence future for German plant amid major overhaul

Volkswagen on Monday struck a preliminary deal that will see one of its German sites switch to defence production under

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Russia shuts German consulate in St. Petersburg in tit-for-tat move after Leipzig drone incident

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has announced the closure of the German consulate in St. Petersburg

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Highway 1 reopens near Big Sur as businesses hope for Labor Day boost after Timber Fire closures

Highway 1 reopens near Big Sur as businesses hope for Labor Day boost after Timber Fire closures

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Jaguar Land Rover will cut 4,000 jobs to reduce costs and compete with China

Jaguar Land Rover has announced plans to cut 4,000 jobs globally to reduce costs and compete with Chinese electric carmakers

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'We just need a little help': Strand Center looking to raise $50K to keep doors open

'We just need a little help': Strand Center looking to raise $50K to keep doors open

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Video: Police shoot at armed 71-year-old woman at least a dozen times outside Port Orange station

Video: Police shoot at armed 71-year-old woman at least a dozen times outside Port Orange station

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Two Palestinians killed, Israeli stabbed as West Bank settler violence flares

Violence in the occupied West Bank flared on Monday as Israeli troops shot dead a Palestinian during a village raid by settlers from a nearby

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Kenya offers temporary amnesty to undocumented East Africans amid fears of crackdown

Kenya's government offered a temporary amnesty to undocumented East African nationals after hundreds of Burundians flocked to their country's embassy in Nairobi on Monday

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Thousands of Brazilians rally for Bolsonaro in tight presidential race against Lula

Brazil's opposition took to the streets on Independence Day on Monday as right-wing presidential candidate Senator Flavio Bolsonaro sought to capitalize

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The US tariff on Canadian imports could send already soaring hockey gear prices even higher

Hockey families in the U.S. are feeling the pinch from rising equipment costs

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Tech companies look to Argentina’s windswept Patagonia to build massive data centers

Argentina's rugged Patagonia is drawing increasing interest from investors searching for sites for mega data centers who are enticed by the region's

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Stocks dented by inflation risk from rising oil, dicey geopolitics

Rising oil prices, conflict in the Middle East and political uncertainty in Europe kept investors on edge on Monday, leaving stocks to drift lower ahead of

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UK's Jaguar Land Rover to cut nearly 10% of workforce under turnaround plan

Britain's Jaguar Land Rover said on Monday it would cut nearly 10% of its workforce through voluntary redundancies over the next two years, as the car

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Audi introduces new compact EV in bid to boost European sales

Premium German car brand Audi on Monday introduced a new compact electric vehicle to boost its presence at the smaller end of the European market, where

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UAE says its energy exports will not be 'held hostage' by Iran war

The United Arab Emirates is building alternative routes for its energy exports and trade to ensure they are not "held hostage" by the ongoing war between the U.S. and Iran,

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Iran warns US energy assets in Gulf are vulnerable after latest clashes

Iran threatened on Monday to retaliate against any new U.S. attacks on its assets, warning that energy infrastructure across the Gulf,

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Yen surges to seven-month high; dollar drifts ahead of US inflation

The yen surged to a seven-month high on Monday as traders reassessed the battered currency's outlook, driven by expectations of faster

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The poorest in the US can't find housing even as low-income units sit empty

The poorest people in the U.S. face the most acute shortage of affordable homes

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Ahead of Xi's US visit, China's soybean crushers face high costs, weak margins

China's private soybean processors face a costly fourth-quarter supply squeeze as inventories tighten in

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UK finance minister Healey seeks to set out brighter vision before tough budget

Britain's finance minister, John Healey, used his first major speech since taking office seven weeks ago to try to set out a brighter vision for the

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'People's lives are more important than money': Food truck businesses on Kauai prepare for Hurricane Lowell

'People's lives are more important than money': Food truck businesses on Kauai prepare for Hurricane Lowell

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UBS forecasts two US Fed rate hikes in 2026 after strong jobs report

UBS expects the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates by 25 basis points each in September and December, after a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report reinforced views of a

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European shares subdued as surging crude sharpens focus on ECB rate path

European shares closed flat on Monday as rising oil prices following renewed U.S.-Iran tensions fuelled inflation worries, offsetting stronger-than-

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Indonesia keeps several airports closed though volcanic eruption is easing

Indonesia is maintaining closures at several airports and shifting schools to remote learning though the eruption of Anak Krakatau is easing

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Global shares are mixed as chipmaker shares rally in Tokyo and Seoul

Global shares are mixed, with benchmarks in Tokyo and Seoul leading gains thanks to buying of computer chipmakers

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German industrial output falls unexpectedly in July

German industrial production fell unexpectedly in July, dragged down by a sharp drop in car manufacturing, and economists do not expect the recent pickup in

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Options for UK finance minister Healey to tax wealth in October's budget

British finance minister John Healey faces pressure to raise billions of pounds in tax at his first budget to offset higher borrowing costs and fund Prime

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Diesel the real spoiler for US inflation doves

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. It's been a patchy start to the week with tech leading Asian shares higher, while European and Wall Street futures barely budge.

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Another rate hike, just for insurance: Five questions for the ECB

The European Central Bank is widely expected to hike interest rates on Thursday, erring on the side of caution as the U.S.-Iran war

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Fear and compromise: How Volkswagen struck a deal over historic job cuts

In a tense meeting on Wednesday afternoon at Volkswagen's headquarters in Wolfsburg, three of the firm's biggest power

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Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran war and refinery issues

Gas prices in the U.S. have hit a record high for Labor Day weekend, averaging $4.14 per gallon

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Taiwan flexes chip diplomacy muscles as it faces pressure to share AI wealth with allies

Taiwan flexed its chip diplomacy muscles at a major trade show last week, portraying itself as a democratic and reliable supplier for the AI

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Australia's right-wing One Nation party proposes pension shake-up to boost take-home pay

Australia's hard-right One Nation party, which has surged in recent polls, on Monday proposed redirecting a portion of people's future pension contributions to

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'Slumping' South Korean corals worry divers, scientists studying climate change

Ko Myeong-hyo loved the vibrant colour and thriving life of South Korea's soft corals when she first began diving off the coast of Jeju island six

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Takaichi's reflationist aide projects Bank of Japan rate hike in September

The Bank of Japan is likely to raise interest rates in September and keep hiking at a pace of once every quarter until January next year, Takuji Aida, an economic adviser to

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Iran to tackle economic issues, says further attacks will be 'more painful'

Iran said it will step up efforts to tackle problems created by U.S. sanctions that are crippling its economy, while a senior Iranian official warned of a "painful response"

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Japan's August foreign reserves post largest-ever drop after record intervention

Japan's foreign reserves posted their biggest-ever drop in August, government data showed on Monday, after Tokyo launched another round of record dollar-

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Ship fuel shortage looms as refiners strained by war favour other products

A shortage of fuel oil used in ships and power plants looms in the third quarter as refiners increasingly squeezed by wars that have

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At flood-destroyed border, China teams scour ruins of once-busy port

Chinese officials said on Sunday that workers had recovered 12 more bodies as the search continued for hundreds still missing after a

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UK recruiters see first rise in permanent role hiring since 2022

Britain's jobs market showed signs of recovery in August as permanent staff placements rose for the first time since September 2022, according to a survey published on

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Volcanic island in Indonesia erupts, canceling hundreds of flights and stranding thousands

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano has erupted, causing flight cancellations at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and stranding about 170,000 passengers in the region

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Iran says it plans to announce a new 'exclusion zone' near the Strait of Hormuz

A senior Iranian official says Tehran plans to announce an “exclusion zone” outside the Strait of Hormuz, targeting vessels it believes are attempting to transit the waterway

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Colorado's "birthday rule" creates coverage headaches for family of twins

Colorado's "birthday rule" creates coverage headaches for family of twins

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America’s love affair with the pumpkin spice latte may be coming to an end

America’s love affair with the pumpkin spice latte may be coming to an end

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Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites

Six months after a conflict that rattled markets and pushed the Gulf to the brink of a wider war, the tide may be turning against Iran as Washington

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A whiplash election year enters its final stretch as Trump holds wild cards

The political landscape in the U.S. is volatile as the final midterm of President Donald Trump's presidency approaches

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Building collapse in New Delhi kills 1 and traps dozens of others

A building has collapsed in New Delhi, killing at least one person and trapping dozens of others

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Greek PM rules out snap elections after unveiling tax cuts, wage hikes

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis ruled out snap elections on Sunday a day after announcing a string of tax cuts and wage hikes, as he seeks to

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US tourism groups want to win Canadian visitors back. A testy trade war isn't helping

An acrimonious trade war between the United States and Canada is threatening to reinforce the resolve of Canadians who stopped visiting the U.S. last year

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The world is about to meet Apple’s new CEO. Here are his biggest challenges

The world is about to meet Apple’s new CEO. Here are his biggest challenges

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His shop straddles the US-Canada border. A historic friendship is crumbling on both sides.

His shop straddles the US-Canada border. A historic friendship is crumbling on both sides.

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OPEC+ keeps oil output policy unchanged for October 

OPEC+ kept ​its oil output policy unchanged for October at a meeting on Sunday, it said in a statement, as the producer group

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Indonesia's Anak Krakatau eruption halts flights, schools, fishing

An eruption of Indonesia's Mount Anak Krakatau caused eight airports to suspend flight operations on Sunday,

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Mudslide kills 2 and leaves 10 missing in China after heavy rain from Typhoon Saudel

A mudslide in eastern China has killed two people and left 10 missing

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Kremlin says Ukraine talks with US envoys were useful; no sign of breakthrough

Russian President Vladimir Putin held more than three hours of "highly useful" talks on Saturday with two U.S. envoys seeking a deal to

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Putin meets with US envoys at the Kremlin for renewed talks on ending the war in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at the Kremlin

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US strikes 3 Iranian oil tankers after saying warships were targeted with ballistic missiles

The U.S. military says it has struck three Iranian oil tankers after Navy warships were targeted with ballistic missiles

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Greeks promised tax relief, wage hikes as protesters take to the streets over cost of living crunch

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has promised more than 2 billion euros or $2.3 billion in tax cuts, salary increases and other support measures before Greece’s general election next year

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Milei finds unity in pushback against Falkland Islands oil project

Argentines have broadly backed President Javier Milei’s forceful push against oil drilling near the Falkland Islands, underscoring the enduring

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Greek PM unveils plan to boost incomes ahead of elections

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday unveiled a four-year economic plan that includes tax breaks and wage hikes for pensioners and employees, as he seeks to

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US hits Iranian oil tankers, and other key Mideast developments

The U.S. military has hit three Iranian oil tankers after accusing Iran of targeting its warships

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Italy's far-right Vannacci lashes EU in business summit address

Italy's rising far-right politician Roberto Vannacci told a high profile business forum on Saturday that the

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Trump keeps heralding an economic boom, but even a solid jobs report is causing problems for him

President Donald Trump has been promising an economic boom, but Friday's positive jobs report left him frustrated

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Cubans are coming up with creative ways to generate power when their island has almost none left

Cubans are coming up with creative ways to generate power when their island has almost none left

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Missouri asks Supreme Court to revive Republican-drawn congressional map

Missouri asked the U.S.

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The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal

The billionaire who helped broker

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Horse smuggling exposes cracks in US defenses against screwworm

When sheriff's deputies intercepted a trailer carrying six horses near the border town of Redford, Texas, they uncovered more than a livestock

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Americans hit with record-high Labor Day Weekend gasoline prices

With the war in the Middle East still raising energy costs, Americans face record-high gasoline prices for Labor Day

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Chinese national rescued from Nepal tunnel 10 days after flash flood

A Chinese national was pulled alive from a tunnel in Nepal on Saturday, authorities said, 10 days after a wall

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Foxconn says third quarter to outperform market expectations on AI strength

Foxconn's third-quarter performance is expected to outperform market expectations given strong AI-related demand, the Taiwanese contract electronics maker said on Saturday,

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Wall Street week ahead: The market focuses on key inflation updates

Wall Street will get several important updates about inflation this week

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South Korea exports surpass full-year record, hit $709.4 billion YTD

South Korea's exports have reached $709.4 billion so far this year, surpassing last year's annual record, the customs office said on Saturday, as the economy rides high on

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White House reviews candidates to replace Hegseth deputy Feinberg, sources say

The White House has reviewed candidates to potentially replace Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg, three

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Niger blames France for inciting soldiers' mutiny

Niger has blamed France for inciting an attack on a key military airbase by mutinous soldiers last week, according to a government statement read on TV on Friday.

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US structured Venezuela oil position to protect it from dilution, official says

The U.S. government structured its 35% position in a Venezuelan oil venture as warrants that protect Washington's stake from being weakened by fresh raises

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Midterm mail ballots start to go to voters as litigation over Trump's order creates uncertainty

Statewide mail voting for this year’s midterm elections is kicking off amid a churning legal battle over President Donald Trump’s attempts to limit the practice

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The Latest: Federal judge extends block on Trump’s order seeking to limit midterm mail-in voting

The U.S. Treasury has imposed sanctions on the Turkish bank Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi Anonim Sirketi

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Britain eases infrastructure approval rules to boost investment

Britain's Treasury said on Friday that it would lower a key rate used to evaluate the long-term benefits of investment in public infrastructure projects as part of plans to boost

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Ecuador says US sinkings of vessels were part of joint anti-drug probe

Ecuador defended on Friday U.S. operations that intercepted and sank three Ecuadorean vessels this week, while relatives of some crew members said the

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US DOJ's antitrust division asked to pause cooperation with Canadian government, WSJ reports

The U.S.

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Italy's Eni doubles down in Venezuela with rising hope of recovering debt

Italian oil company Eni has improved its chances of recovering more than $2.3 billion owed by Venezuela with the signing this week of a new oil project

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Trump calls Iran conflict 'small potatoes' and defends Vance's position that it's not a 'war'

President Donald Trump describes the conflict in Iran as "small potatoes" and says he agrees with Vice President JD Vance's assertion that months of on-and-off attacks in the Middle East are no longer a “war.”

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Stocks fall after a surprisingly strong jobs report raises prospects of an interest rate hike

Stocks fell on Wall Street and Treasury yields rose after a surprisingly strong report on the job market appeared to increase chances that the U.S. central bank could raise interest rates later this month

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Trump promised ‘economic D-Day’ for Iran. So far, actions have come in drips

Trump promised ‘economic D-Day’ for Iran. So far, actions have come in drips

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Nscale seeks about $3.5 billion pre-IPO funding, source says

Cloud infrastructure provider Nscale is in talks with potential investors to raise about $3.5 billion in pre-IPO funding, a source familiar

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Wall Street ends lower as solid jobs data fuels hawkish Fed bets

Wall Street dipped on Friday as a robust jobs report raised the probability that the U.S.

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Starbucks anti-unionization case brought by NLRB narrowed by US appeals court

A federal appeals court on Friday declined to enforce most of a National Labor Relations Board ruling that Starbucks illegally threatened employees with reprisals for trying to

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Records reveal safety complaints, poor maintenance at site of deadly Washington pulp mill disaster

A pulp mill in Longview, Washington, where 11 workers died after a chemical tank collapsed in May had a history of safety complaints, poor maintenance and discharges of toxic chemicals

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Citigroup delays Fed rate-cut forecast to 2027 after strong U.S. jobs report

Citigroup on Friday pushed back its forecast for the Federal Reserve's next interest-rate cut to June 2027 after a stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs report reinforced views that the

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Strong job gains signal Fed hike as Trump levels new rate-cut demand

Between a strong jobs report Friday that adds to the case for U.S. interest-rate hikes and a novel threat from President Donald Trump to stop

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Hiring burst of 162,000 jobs in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation in the US

The U.S. job market rebounded in August as employers added a surprising 162,000 jobs

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Here's how the summer box office blew up and Hollywood got its mojo back

Hollywood has just wrapped up its best summer in a decade and its biggest vibe shift since the pandemic

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US issues sanctions on Turkish bank that it calls a 'critical financial lifeline' for Iran

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on a Turkish financial institution as part of its latest effort to sever “critical financial lifelines” for the Iranian government

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Israel says it has cleared Hezbollah fighters from tunnels under key Lebanon ridge

Israel's military has cleared Hezbollah fighters holed up in tunnels under the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon,

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Trump's bid to shield chip supply chain could backfire in Tennessee

A Tennessee factory that Washington had hoped to protect as part of a push to safeguard the U.S. semiconductor supply chain is at

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Trump says he will cease trading with top partners unless Fed lowers rates

Trump says he will cease trading with top partners unless Fed lowers rates

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US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods

Diesel has hit a record price in the U.S., soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the first time

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The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, more than double expectations

The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, more than double expectations

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US equity funds record second weekly outflow on Iran tensions, high yields

U.S. equity funds recorded outflows for a second consecutive week, as rising bond yields and oil prices amid renewed Middle East tensions weighed on sentiment, though strong results

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World food prices at highest since 2022 as supply risks mount, FAO says

World food prices rose in August to their highest since late 2022, as adverse weather and war disruption in the Black Sea heightened concern over supply of

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Wall St subdued after jobs report fuels rate-hike bets

Wall Street's main indexes were muted at the open on Friday after a stronger-than-expected jobs reading prompted investors to amplify bets the Federal Reserve could hike interest

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Canada's Ivey PMI expands to more than four-year high in August

Canadian economic activity expanded at a faster ​pace in August as prices, inventories and employment rose, ​Ivey Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) ​data showed on Friday.

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Stellantis in talks with Huawei, JAC over Maserati partnership, sources say

Automaker Stellantis is in talks with China's Huawei and JAC Group for long term industrial cooperation on its struggling luxury brand Maserati, two sources told Reuters.

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Trump says if the Fed doesn't cut rates, he'll stop trading with some nations

U.S.

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Private credit roundup: Software marks and Blackstone's backlog of redemptions

U.S. private-credit portfolio values moved further below reported cost in the first half of 2026 as market spreads widened and stress emerged among some borrowers, particularly in

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Lululemon dives on risks of prolonged turnaround under new CEO

Lululemon Athletica shares tumbled 18% to an eight-year low on Friday as the sportswear maker's latest annual forecast cut fanned worries of a

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Dollar bounces on job gains, then pares ahead of CPI

The dollar jumped on Friday after data showed that U.S. employers added 162,000 jobs in August, well above the 56,000 additions expected by economists,

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Yields, dollar rise, stocks ease after solid US jobs report

Treasury yields and the dollar rose, while stocks fell on Friday after stronger-than-expected U.S. job growth data boosted bets on a September

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Strong August jobs report sends yields higher

 U.S. job growth accelerated sharply in August while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%, pointing to a stable labor market and keeping an interest rate hike from

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Pressure in China helps convince Volkswagen it's time to change

Volkswagen’s sweeping restructuring underlines the force of the China shock hitting Germany’s economy as the world’s biggest car market, short years ago a major profit center, rapidly becomes a major competitive challenge

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Farmers turn to perennial grains as one solution to extreme weather

A handful of U.S. farmers are looking at a new solution to extreme weather

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Canada's job market loses steam as employment drops by over 41,000

Canada's economy lost 41,700 jobs in August, data showed on Friday, slowing sharply from unusually strong summer hiring, while the unemployment rate held

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S&P 500 futures fall after August jobs data

Futures tracking the benchmark S&P 500 index turned negative on Friday after data showed the U.S. economy added more-than-expected jobs in August.

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Norway's $2 trillion sovereign fund proposes deep cuts to US Treasury holdings

The manager of Norway's $2.3 trillion sovereign wealth fund has proposed significantly cutting its exposure to U.S.

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US nonfarm payrolls surge in August; unemployment rate steady at 4.1%

U.S. job growth accelerated sharply in August while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%, suggesting an improvement in the labor market after

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Taxpayers don’t want to pay for new NFL stadiums – so why did politicians approve billions in subsidies to fund six new ones?

Research has repeatedly found that stadiums generate little economic benefit, while subsidy referendums often fail when put before voters. Yet team owners continue to receive billions in tax dollars.

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US opens probe into Tesla self-certification of Cybercab robotaxis

The U.S.

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Bonds' reality check

From the Editor Are the vigilantes back?

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Investors to pore over inflation data for signals on rate trajectory

Investors will zero in on inflation data next week that they say could determine whether the U.S.

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Hedge fund giant Citadel seeking to buy US shale oil production assets, sources say

Citadel has held talks to buy U.S. oil production assets, as the hedge fund and commodities trader considers expanding further into owning physical assets,

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TSX futures muted ahead of domestic, US jobs reports

Futures tracking Canada's blue-chip stocks were subdued on Friday, as investors refrained from placing large bets ahead of crucial U.S. and Canadian jobs reports that could

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Global money funds draw biggest inflow in nearly a month as investors turn cautious

Global money market funds attracted significant inflows in the week through September 2, as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and a selloff in global bonds prompted investors to

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Labor Day gas has never been this expensive. Trump is scrambling for answers

Labor Day gas has never been this expensive. Trump is scrambling for answers

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US military turns off ad trackers on devices amid Middle East targeting reports

U.S. military officials say they have disabled advertising trackers on a range of phones and computers, according to letters released on Friday by U.S.

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Bank of England's Bailey sees long-term pressures driving up government debt

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Friday that weak productivity and shocks such as COVID-19 were behind a climb in public debt across advanced economies, which

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US directs Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to approve VantageScore for all lenders

U.S.

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US companies face rise in cyber attacks

Companies worldwide are grappling with a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks and ransomware that steal sensitive data and disrupt operations.

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More Argentines turn to apps for loans as debt stress hits record

When traffic authorities confiscate a delivery rider's motorcycle in Buenos Aires, getting back to work can depend on taking out costly digital loans,

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Nepal floods could cost insurers over $130 million even before death, injury claims

The devastating flood in Nepal last week could result in commercial insurance losses exceeding 20 billion Nepali rupees ($132.3 million), with

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What the bond rout means for your finances (Hint: It’s a mixed bag)

What the bond rout means for your finances (Hint: It’s a mixed bag)

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Yen's changing fortunes might finally be spooking the bears

Six weeks after hitting a four-decade low against the dollar, the tide appears to be turning for the battered

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France gives farmers €1 billion to recover from record heatwaves

France on Friday announced more than €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in aid for farmers after this summer's record heatwaves and droughts devastated crops, pastures and water

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Volkswagen's surprise turnaround deal averts showdown as job cuts loom

Volkswagen shares hit an 11-week high after the supervisory board of Europe's largest automaker late on Thursday struck an

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European shares log weekly losses on inflation worries; Volkswagen jumps

European shares ended the week lower on Friday, though a rally in Volkswagen helped steady the market after the automaker agreed on a major

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Chinese banks purchasing Treasuries after wooing dollar deposits, sources say

Chinese banks have been buying U.S.

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Myanmar leader begins Vietnam trip with visit to defence-telecom group

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visits Vietnam on Friday with meetings that include top telecommunications, defence and auto companies as the two countries seek to boost

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This city is one of the world’s most important AI hubs. It’s not where you’d expect

This city is one of the world’s most important AI hubs. It’s not where you’d expect

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Russia’s Sechin says China, not OPEC, calls shots on global energy markets

Igor Sechin, chief of Russia’s top oil producer Rosneft, said on Thursday that China, not OPEC, has stabilized global oil markets by reducing crude imports by 5.5

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China rare earth firms halt some US shipments over geopolitical worries, sources say

Some Chinese rare earth suppliers are declining to ship to the U.S. for fear of

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UK firms plan slightly smaller price rises, BoE survey shows

British businesses expect to increase their prices slightly less quickly in the year ahead, according to a survey published by the Bank of England on Friday.

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UK construction slides again, pulled down by weak housebuilding, PMI shows

Britain's construction sector marked its 20th month of contraction in August, dragged down by a severe downturn in the housebuilding sector, a survey showed on Friday.

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Greek PM to unveil plan to boost incomes ahead of elections

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will announce more than €2 billion ($2.33 billion) in tax breaks, pay rises and other handouts on Saturday, officials said, as he

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India regulator presses ahead against Hindenburg, others in Adani case, sources say

India's markets regulator has started hearing representations as it seeks to recover gains from trades it suspects benefited from prior knowledge of

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Argentina's Milei steps up Falklands sovereignty claims with oil sanctions

Argentine President Javier Milei said he would sanction oil companies drilling in the Falkland Islands, stepping up the

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Citi eyes China brokerage unit licence as soon as this month, sources say

Citigroup expects to get regulatory approval for its wholly-owned China brokerage business as soon as this month and plans to add several dozen staff at the

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J.P. Morgan, BNP Paribas forecast December ECB rate hike as energy risks linger

J.P.

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Indonesia's top rights body calls for police to probe poisoning of more than 2,000 students

Indonesia's top human rights body urged the police on Friday to investigate several new outbreaks of food poisoning linked to President Prabowo Subianto's

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Two people rescued alive from Nepal hydropower tunnel

Two people were pulled out alive on Friday from a tunnel linked to a hydropower station on the Trishuli River, nine days after a ice, rock and mud slide swept through a

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Nepal flood losses estimated at $2.56 billion, official says

KATHMANDU, Sept 4 - Property, housing and infrastructure worth at least 387.5 billion Nepalese rupees ($2.56 billion) was lost in Nepal's catastrophic floods last week, the country's disaster

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Seems payrolls isn't the data you are looking for

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu U.S.

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South Korea says chip investments under discussion with US amid tariff concerns

South Korea and the United States are discussing semiconductor investments in the U.S. as part of broader bilateral talks, a Seoul official told

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US job growth expected to rebound in August; unemployment rate forecast steady at 4.1%

U.S. payrolls growth likely rebounded in August as the drag from local government education reversed, but the anticipated recovery could be limited by

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US pressure on Iran starting to tell, as sanctions and blockade bite

A U.S. campaign to throttle Iran's economy by blockading its oil exports and stopping sanctions evasion is growing increasingly difficult

Economy|Finance

Japan budget requests swell to pandemic-era scale under Takaichi

Japan's budget requests for the next fiscal year have ballooned to a size similar to during the pandemic era, as Prime Minister Sanae

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Tesla starts Cybercab rides in Austin, drawing US safety agency interest

Tesla said on Thursday it was offering rides in "limited areas of Austin, Texas" in its two-seater Cybercab, a

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Brazil's Vale drops IPO plans for critical minerals unit, The Globe and Mail reports

Miner Vale SA is shelving plans for an IPO of its critical minerals unit amid political pushback in Brazil over the country potentially losing control over strategic mining assets,

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Japan July household spending falls at fastest pace in 2-1/2 years

Japanese household spending fell in July at the fastest annual pace in 2-1/2 years, government data showed on Friday, highlighting lacklustre private

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EU ban on animal products affects $1.8 billion in Brazilian exports

An EU ban on animal products from Brazil that took effect on Thursday affects Brazilian exports worth about $1.84 billion annually, mainly beef and poultry, as the bloc seeks

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Trading food for medicine and crossing the river by zip line are part of life in Nepal flood zone

Some survivors in Nepal's relief camps after deadly floods are struggling to obtain essential medicine and cash

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Volkswagen to slash half its vehicle lineup and 50,000 jobs in cost-cutting effort

Volkswagen to slash half its vehicle lineup and 50,000 jobs in cost-cutting effort

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US oil deal promises a flood of investment in Venezuela. When will its people feel the benefits?

US oil deal promises a flood of investment in Venezuela. When will its people feel the benefits?

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US hits Cuba with new sanctions as island's crises multiply

The U

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US SEC proposes scrapping 'pay to play' rule for pension fund advisers

Wall Street's top regulator on Thursday proposed doing away with "pay-to-play" regulations intended to prevent investment advisers from winning business from public pension funds by

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Greer says agriculture, non-tariff barrier announcements likely during Xi visit

The United States and China are set to make some announcements on agriculture and non-tariff barriers during a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington this month, U.S.

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Brazil's Congress upholds zero-tax policy on imports under $50

Brazil's Congress voted on Thursday to uphold an executive order by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva that scrapped federal import taxes on foreign purchases worth up to

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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says investigation underway after clash between two security agencies

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday that an investigation would determine what caused a dispute between two of Ukraine's security agencies to escalate into a shootout in

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T-Mobile CFO Peter Osvaldik to step down in February 2027, Jessica Uhl to succeed

T-Mobile said on Thursday that Peter Osvaldik will step down as chief financial officer in February 2027, and named Jessica Uhl his successor.

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US diesel prices hit record high as conflicts intensify supply crunch

Average U.S. diesel prices jumped to record highs on Thursday, as a global supply crunch intensified after renewed hostilities between the U.S. and

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Trading Day: Waller cools Fed hike hoopla

Remarks from Fed Governor Christopher Waller that he is inclined to hold interest rates steady later this month sparked a strong stock market

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ICE whistleblower warned of 'unprecedented lowering of standards' during hiring spree

A supervisor overseeing background checks warned last year that Immigration and Customs Enforcement was hiring scores of new officers without basic vetting, violating federal rules and putting the agency at risk of misconduct

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Lululemon cuts outlook again, highlighting to-do list for new CEO

Lululemon Athletica on Thursday slashed its full-year forecasts again, underscoring that incoming CEO Heidi O'Neill has her work cut out —

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US court says Gulf of Mexico fishery council has too much power, but overfishing rule can stand

A federal appeals court said a council created by Congress to help the U.S. commerce secretary manage the nation's fisheries exercised unconstitutional powers,

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Adobe names insider Chakravarthy CEO, Narayen transitions to executive chair

Adobe named Anil Chakravarthy as successor to long-time CEO Shantanu Narayen on Thursday, charging the insider with taking on a wave of new AI rivals threatening its design software

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Main points of Volkswagen's restructuring plan

Volkswagen AG's supervisory board agreed to a comprehensive restructuring plan dubbed "Future Plan 2030" which it said was essential to restore competitiveness and secure

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Volkswagen flags 50,000 job cuts across group as board approves turnaround plan

Volkswagen's supervisory board on Thursday approved a transformation plan that will include

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Bond yields fall, stocks rally as Fed's Waller comments curb rate hike bets

Stock markets rallied while bond yields fell on Thursday as comments from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller

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FIFA accuses European body UEFA of 'smear campaign' in filing related to World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA has accused European soccer body UEFA of a “smear campaign” in a court filing

Economy|Environment|Science

The Trump administration halted a Great Lakes project. Then Whitmer called Trump

The Trump administration is allowing construction of a state-federal project aimed at preventing invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes to move forward

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Vance says Iran conflict isn’t a ‘war,’ even as he refuses to say when it will end

Vance says Iran conflict isn’t a ‘war,’ even as he refuses to say when it will end

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Fact check: Vance repeats Trump’s fictional ‘$19 trillion’ investment figure

Fact check: Vance repeats Trump’s fictional ‘$19 trillion’ investment figure

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Volkswagen board approves cutting 50,000 more jobs and ending production at 4 plants

Volkswagen’s board has approved a major cost-cutting plan to counter low-cost competition in China and U.S. tariffs

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Tech stocks lead a rally on Wall Street as bond yields ease some more

Stocks rose on Wall Street as bond yields eased further and a rally in big technology companies helped the market recoup its losses from earlier in the week

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Smart ring maker Oura reveals revenue surge in US IPO filing

Oura, the maker of smart wearable Oura Ring, filed the paperwork for its U.S. initial public offering on Thursday, revealing a revenue surge and adding to a growing list of consumer

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FACT FOCUS: Trump claims US banks cannot operate in Canada. That's not true

President Donald Trump falsely claimed on Wednesday that U.S. banks are not allowed to do business in Canada

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Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 14,700, state health officials say

Michigan health officials reported 14,718 cases linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis on Thursday, an increase of 208 cases since its last update a week earlier.

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Proud of their oil, Venezuelans view US stake in their reserves as a surrender

Many Venezuelans see the deal giving the United States control of roughly one-fifth of their country's oil reserves as a surrender

Economy

US imposes new sanctions on Raul Castro's grandson, Cuban companies

The U.S. imposed new sanctions on Thursday on five Cuban companies and the grandson of 95-year-old revolutionary leader Raul Castro, as the Trump administration

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US Forest Service closing 23 research facilities as part of reorganization under Trump

The U.S. Forest Service is closing 23 research stations in more than a dozen states as part of an organizational overhaul under President Donald Trump

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Trump turns to a dual economic and military approach in latest attempt to squeeze Iran

Confronted by an intransigent Iranian government that has refused to back down in the face of a massive military campaign, President Donald Trump appears to have settled on a dual-prong approach

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Maryland launches family and medical leave insurance program with payments of up to $1,000 a week

Maryland launches family and medical leave insurance program with payments of up to $1,000 a week

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Edouard’s flood threat finally wanes after dumping 20+ inches on east Texas

Edouard’s flood threat finally wanes after dumping 20+ inches on east Texas

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Automakers urge Congress to quickly pass law banning Chinese cars

A group representing major automakers on Thursday urged Congress to pass legislation permanently barring Chinese vehicles from the U.S. market before

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US fixed 30-year mortgage rate rises to highest since July 2025

The average rate on the popular U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage ​rose this week to its highest in more than a year, a fresh pain point for households already dealing

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Canada ready for US trade deal that benefits both countries, Carney says

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Thursday his government was ready to sign a trade deal with the U.S. that benefits both countries, adding any agreement would

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Oil investors need democratic Venezuela for stability, opposition leader says

Only a "serious, democratic government" can provide the stability needed by investors in Venezuela's oil sector, opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner

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US labor market remains stable; services input price rises point to elevated inflation

The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits rose marginally last week amid low layoffs, pointing to stable labor market conditions

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Fed's Waller says safety premium for Treasuries is gone, pushing neutral rate higher

There is no more premium for safe, liquid U.S. government debt, pushing the neutral level of interest rates higher, Federal Reserve

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Revolut wins conditional US banking license

British fintech Revolut said on Thursday it has received conditional approval from the U.S.

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Oil prices mixed as investors weigh Middle East escalation, chance of Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Oil prices were mixed on Thursday, supported after U.S. strikes on Iran and renewed Israeli threats against Tehran revived concerns about disruption to

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Out-of-state drivers owe Maryland nearly $1 billion in unpaid tolls

Out-of-state drivers owe Maryland nearly $1 billion in unpaid tolls

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Will Federal Reserve hike rates later this month? Waller muddies the outlook

Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller says that an inflation report next week will largely determine whether he supports an interest rate hike later this month or not

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Brazil’s Senate passes rare earth minerals regulation, paving the way for boosted exploration

Brazil’s Senate has approved a bill to regulate the exploration of critical minerals, including rare earths, marking a step toward exploiting its vast reserves

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Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future. But it’s trailing rival Waymo in a field yet to prove profitable

Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future. But it’s trailing rival Waymo in a field yet to prove profitable

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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage climbs to highest level in 13 months

Mortgage rates rose again this week, driving the average long-term U.S. home loan rate to its highest level in more than a year

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Tyson Foods cuts profit outlook again as pressure from cattle shortage worsens

Tyson Foods cut its annual profit forecast for a second time within a month on Thursday as tight U.S. cattle supplies, volatile prices and

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Strong demand boosts US services sector activity in August

U.S. services sector activity picked up in August as strong demand lifted new orders to a 3-1/2-year high and drove input prices higher, suggesting inflation could

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Mortgage rates hit a new high for 2026, marching closer to 7%

Mortgage rates hit a new high for 2026, marching closer to 7%

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Canada July trade surplus shrinks, US exports drop

Canada's trade

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Fed's Waller channels his inner John Lennon with a plea to 'give disinflation a chance'

By Michael S.

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Bank of England's Pill says higher rates would help head off inflation pressure

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said that raising interest rates now would help reduce the chance that the central bank has to be more aggressive in future to tame

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A Lebanese man held prisoner in Israel is released and handed over to Lebanon

A Lebanese man held in Israel has been released, marking the first such handover since the Israel-Hezbollah conflict began six months ago

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Nvidia to spend $13 billion on Hugging Face, which will remain an open source platform

Nvidia is buying artificial intelligence software platform Hugging Face for $13 billion

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High heat adds another obstacle to Indy flood recovery efforts

High heat adds another obstacle to Indy flood recovery efforts

Economy|Environment|Science

Trump administration ratchets up its fight to get more oil flowing from California

The Trump administration has been fighting with California officials over offshore oil projects and the state's coastal commission, which works to protect the state's shores

Business|Economy

US trade deficit widens in July; capital goods imports hit record high

The U.S. trade deficit widened sharply in July as strong domestic demand boosted imports, positioning trade to exert another drag on economic growth in the third quarter

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Resistance to Bolivia IMF deal grows as groups meet over fuel crisis

Opposition to Bolivia's $1.9 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) program is gaining traction as civic groups, unions and business leaders increasingly link fuel

Business|Economy

Canada's services PMI hits six-month low as trade tensions grow

Canada's services economy contracted at its steepest pace in six months in August as rising trade tensions and geopolitical instability weighed on new

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Wall St opens higher after Fed's Waller signals patience on rate policy

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Thursday after Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said he was open to leaving interest rates unchanged this month if data

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China deploys first 2026 policy financing funds to spur investment

China Development Bank has disbursed 460 million yuan ($68.47 million) under the first tranche of China's 2026 policy-based financing tool, state media reported on Thursday

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Haleon secures better shelf space at Walmart, Target in bid to boost market share

Sensodyne toothpaste maker Haleon has quietly negotiated better spots on shelves at U.S. retailers including Walmart and Target, to gain more visibility at a

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Campbell's taps price hikes, cost cuts as results 'remain unacceptable'

Campbell's said on Thursday it has closed plants, cut jobs and planned more price increases on select products as the soup-and-snacks maker seeks to

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Blackstone private credit fund maintains 5% cap as redemption requests remain elevated

Blackstone is continuing to cap withdrawals at its flagship private credit fund as requests to pull money remained elevated in the third quarter, according to

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Snowflake's AI-powered results send shares soaring, buoy software stocks

Snowflake shares surged nearly 25% on Thursday after the company raised its annual product revenue forecast, strengthening investor confidence that AI-related

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Billionaire investor Leon Black sues and declines to testify in House committee’s Epstein investigation

Billionaire investor Leon Black sues and declines to testify in House committee’s Epstein investigation

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What to expect from Friday’s jobs report – and AI in the future

What to expect from Friday’s jobs report – and AI in the future

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US second-quarter productivity growth unrevised

U.S. worker productivity growth picked up in the second quarter, the government confirmed on Thursday, helping to keep labor costs in check.

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Aircraft lessor Azorra sees engine issues improving, strong demand for regional jets

Aircraft lessor Azorra sees signs that Pratt & Whitney's engine troubles are easing and expects strong demand for smaller, fuel-

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Airbus slows A330 deliveries after stray object found in plane

Airbus has been forced to slow deliveries of its A330neo jet after a stray tool was discovered in the tail section of an aircraft in production, a person

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Putin cites chance of peace deal, Zelenskiy says US negotiators to visit both countries

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday there was a chance of reaching an agreement to end the war in Ukraine, while Ukrainian

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Tech pilgrims flock to China as global innovation race heats up

Humanoid robots working on factory floors, AI models challenging global rivals and electric-vehicle plants

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Shoppers are less peeved by cost hikes due to scarcity – but retailers more often blame their own rising costs

Shoppers are increasingly hunting for value, which puts the onus on businesses to tread carefully when justifying price hikes.

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Unemployment claims tick up to 206,000 but remain at historically low levels

More Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs are still rare and jobless claims remain at historically low levels

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Labor days

Some calm has returned to world markets over the past 24 hours as oil prices steadied and the angry bond market cooled down a bit.

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Polestar cuts full-year delivery forecast after US bars China-linked EV maker

EV maker Polestar on Thursday cut its full-year delivery forecast, hurt by Washington's crackdown on Chinese-linked vehicles that forced it out of the United States, sending its

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ECB to raise rates a second time in September, but then done, say economists: Reuters poll 

The European Central Bank will raise interest rates on September 10 for the second and final time in what would be its shortest hiking campaign in 15

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Analysts raise Canadian dollar forecasts, expecting trade tensions to ultimately fade: Reuters Poll

Canada's dollar will edge lower in coming months before notching moderate gains in a year if a resolution is reached in the trade conflict with the United

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ECB's Schnabel may leave early for IMF job, Handelsblatt reports

European Central Bank board member Isabel Schnabel is in talks with the International Monetary Fund to take a senior role and may leave the bank before her term in Frankfurt

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S&P Global Ratings warns of risks from China's generous credit ratings 

Generous credit ratings are baking risks into China's booming bond market as Beijing attracts foreign issuers, S&P Global Ratings' Asia-Pacific ratings chief said on

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Russia can manage its growing budget deficit, Putin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the size of the budget deficit, which grew by 40% from January to July this year to

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Why India's strong GDP growth is raising eyebrows

India's unexpectedly strong economic growth has sparked a debate after an ex-bureaucrat questioned whether the expansion was overstated and a former

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With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’

With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents, some wonder if it’s time to say ‘sayonara’

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Euro zone overall business growth held steady in August, PMI shows

Growth in the euro zone's dominant services industry slipped to a two-month low in August though solid and broad-based demand kept overall private sector activity on an even

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UK economy gathers pace but cost pressures intensify, PMI shows

Activity in Britain's dominant services sector grew for the second month in a row in August and confidence rose, according to a survey on Thursday that also showed more

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France services activity contracts faster in August on weaker demand, PMI shows

France's services sector contracted more than expected in August, as weaker demand and extreme heat weighed on sales and inflationary pressure crept back up, a business

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German services sector downturn eases in August on stronger demand, hiring

Germany's services sector contracted marginally in August as tougher financial conditions, high costs and customer caution weighed on activity, a business survey showed on

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Swiss economy grows at fastest rate in nearly five years

The Swiss economy grew by 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026, the government said on Thursday, its fastest growth rate in nearly five years.

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Taiwan proposes extra $4.6 billion in defence spending for this year

Taiwan's cabinet on Thursday proposed an additional T$145.7 billion ($4.59 billion) in defence spending for this year for systems including drones and anti-ballistic

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Kenya private sector activity slows in August, PMI shows

Kenya's private sector activity contracted for the first time in three months in August, as supply constraints and cost pressures led companies to reduce output and

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Oil prices hit fresh 6-week highs on renewed Middle East tensions

Oil prices hit fresh six-week highs on Thursday after new U.S. strikes on Iran and renewed Israeli threats against Tehran heightened concerns about

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European stocks recover from one-month lows as bond yields retreat

European stocks rose on Thursday after three straight sessions of losses, as a global bond selloff eased and investors looked

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Ukraine's drone attacks caused turmoil for Russians throughout summer

Russians have experienced a summer of turmoil because of the war in Ukraine

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Italy weighs the results as Giorgia Meloni’s government sets a longevity record

Premier Giorgia Meloni’s conservative administration became Italy’s longest-serving uninterrupted government since World War II at 1,413 days on Thursday

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South African private sector activity expands slightly in August, PMI shows

South African private sector activity expanded slightly in August as higher new orders supported output and purchasing, a business survey showed on Thursday.

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Chinese e-commerce moves to next phase after delivery price war changes shopping habits

China's meal-delivery subsidy war may have ebbed but its biggest legacy could be a shift in consumer expectations, as electronics,

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Beijing accuses Pacific forum host Palau of 'hype' over its missile test

Beijing has accused Palau of "hype" over its Pacific missile test, after the host of the regional Pacific Islands Forum on Thursday urged the group to

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VinFast-linked taxi firm GSM eyes US, EU expansion ahead of Hong Kong IPO

Vietnamese electric taxi operator Green and Smart Mobility (GSM), a partner of VinFast, the country's largest carmaker, plans to

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India's services growth picks up in August but stays near four-year low, PMI shows

India's dominant services sector accelerated slightly in August but persistently subdued new business kept overall activity near its weakest in more than four years, a

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Bonds breathe sigh of relief

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift Battered bond markets licked their wounds on Thursday, with yields in the U.S. and Japan edging lower, but little has changed to

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Hundreds of thousands of eligible kids are waiting for childcare assistance

Childcare costs are straining families

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Trump signs bill to avert government shutdown before midterm elections

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China services activity quickens on stronger domestic demand, private PMI shows

China's services activity expanded at a faster pace in August, a private-sector survey showed on Thursday, with stronger domestic demand helping firms add staff for a

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Chinese official hails prospect for cooperation with Russia in far east

China's Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang told Russian President Vladimir Putin that prospects were "broad and promising" to strengthen cooperation on development in the far east,

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Xi visits Egypt as China seeks deeper influence across the Mideast

China’s President Xi Jinping visits Egypt this week for the first time in a decade

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Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

President Donald Trump is urging Republican lawmakers to run on his White House record despite his sagging popularity

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IMF's Georgieva says rising bond yields threaten progress on developing country debt

Ballooning debt and rising bond yields in advanced economies are threatening to undo developing and low-income countries' progress in

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Australia raises capital requirements for ING's local unit after overstating liquidity position

Australia's prudential regulator said on Thursday that it set license conditions for ING's local unit, requiring the bank to hold more liquidity and capital after it overstated its

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From hunger to obesity: Developing world faces growing threat to child health

Intan Permatasari's mother simply couldn't refuse her daughter's pleas for food.

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Japan services growth hits five-month high, PMI shows

Japan's services sector expanded at its fastest pace in five months in August, as stronger domestic demand lifted business activity and new work, a private survey showed on

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US Justice Department expands beef price probe to eight retailers

The U.S.

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Olympus-backed Accelevation files for US IPO

Olympus-backed data center infrastructure firm Accelevation filed for a U.S. initial public offering on Wednesday, seeking to tap into the investor demand for companies serving the

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60 targets struck, 18M barrels of oil protected: The US military’s record day in the Strait of Hormuz

60 targets struck, 18M barrels of oil protected: The US military’s record day in the Strait of Hormuz

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Pet food platform Golden Pet Brands taps banks for IPO, sources say

Golden Pet Brands, which owns Dr.

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Snowflake lifts annual revenue forecast on cloud and AI demand, shares soar

Snowflake on Wednesday beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly results and raised its full-year product revenue forecast as demand rises for its cloud data platform

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Elliott builds stake in Deutsche Telekom, source says

Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in Deutsche Telekom, a person with knowledge of the matter said on Wednesday.

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HPE raises forecasts on AI demand, shares fall on supply concerns

Hewlett Packard Enterprise raised its annual forecasts on Wednesday after reporting quarterly results that beat Wall Street expectations, as surging AI-related demand

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Hershey names insider Dave Hulays as CFO

Hershey on Wednesday named insider and industry veteran Dave Hulays as its finance chief, as the Reese's chocolates maker navigates a tough macroeconomic environment while

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The Latest: Chevron expanding in Venezuela as Trump deal claims more oil reserves

Oil giant Chevron is expanding its operations in Venezuela as some details emerge about President Donald Trump's separate deal for a U.S.-controlled joint venture to develop more of the nation's proven reserves

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Police chief fired amid controversy in aftermath of child's shooting in a small Mississippi city

Leaders of a Mississippi city where police shot and killed a 1-year-old Black child in June have unanimously voted to fire its police chief amid a new controversy

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Wall Street rises as tech stocks climb and oil prices, bond yields hold relatively steady

Stocks rose on Wall Street as gains by big technology companies and relatively steady oil prices and bond yields helped boost the market after a downbeat start to the week

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Former Baltimore County soccer coach indicted on more counts of child sexual abuse

Former Baltimore County soccer coach indicted on more counts of child sexual abuse

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Waymo taps Pimco, Blackstone to raise $3 billion debt, Bloomberg News reports

Alphabet's Waymo is in the final stages of talks to raise debt for the first time, seeking more than $3 billion from lenders including Pacific Investment Management and Blackstone,

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Private equity firms Carlyle, Bain, Oaktree readying bids for Serie A international media unit, sources say

Carlyle and Bain are among private equity funds preparing to bid for a minority stake in a company holding the international media rights of Serie A, three

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Fed survey shows economic activity edged up, prices rose moderately in recent weeks

U.S. economic activity increased modestly, employment rose slightly and prices increased moderately in recent weeks, according to a mixed report published on Wednesday

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Yosemite, again in corporate crosshairs, embodies the long war over US national park privatization

Debate over turning public national park land into private profit dates back more than a century.

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US-Iran strikes raise fears of renewed war across the Middle East

Fears of renewed escalation gripped the Middle East on Wednesday after the United States and Iran exchanged their biggest barrage

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Wall St ends higher as stocks reclaim some shine

Wall Street advanced on Wednesday, notching a partial rebound from a three-day losing streak as investors searched for deals among stocks

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Boeing paid $3.1 million fine to FAA over widespread safety violations

Boeing paid a $3.1 million fine to the U.S.

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DIW raises German economic growth forecasts as exports beat expectations

The German Institute for Economic Research, DIW Berlin, sharply raised its growth forecasts for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday,

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Trump administration backs OpenAI in New York Times' copyright case over training of chatbots

The Trump administration is backing OpenAI over the New York Times in a closely watched case over how it builds its AI technology using millions of news articles

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American Airlines boosts premium seating on 777 jets as carriers chase higher-spending travelers

American Airlines is adding more premium seats to its Boeing 777-300ER planes used on long-haul routes as U.S. carriers increasingly chase higher-

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Democratic US senator asks Capital One for details on Trump account anti-money laundering review

A Democratic U.S. senator has pressed Capital One Financial for details about an internal anti-money-laundering review that the bank said last month led it

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17,000 SF residents facing SNAP cuts: Here's how city's new job program could save their benefits

17,000 SF residents facing SNAP cuts: Here's how city's new job program could save their benefits

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New Jersey takes fight over Kalshi's prediction market to US Supreme Court

New Jersey authorities on Wednesday asked the U.S.

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India's GDP revisions reflect new data and methodology, statistics secretary says

India's statistics secretary defended the country's latest 7.8% growth estimate and large revisions to recent GDP data, saying the changes reflected the

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Yen gains sharply, dollar eases from two-week high

The Japanese yen gained sharply against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday after having retraced approximately half of the increases made following a rare joint

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Stocks climb and US yields ease; yen jumps against dollar

Stock indexes mostly rose on Wednesday after three days of declines as investors watched for new developments in the U.S.-Iran conflict, while the

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Lula's lead over Flavio Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil election, Quaest poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's lead over right-wing challenger Senator Flavio Bolsonaro narrowed further ahead of October's election, a Quaest poll

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Rise in US factory orders beats expectations in July

New orders for U.S. factory goods increased more than expected in July amid a rebound in demand for aircraft.

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Ethiopian Airlines nears Boeing cargo plane order, sources say

Ethiopian Airlines is nearing a deal to buy up to 10 long-haul Boeing freighters as plans edge forward for a

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Fed's Williams ties rising bond yields to strong economy, CNBC reports

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US private credit firms mark down more loans

U.S. private-credit portfolio values showed signs of stabilising in the second quarter after a broad deterioration early in the year,

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S&P 500, Dow post slim gains at open as Iran tensions clash with AI optimism

The benchmark S&P 500 and the blue-chip Dow indexes opened marginally higher on Wednesday, as investors weighed renewed U.S.-Iran clashes against signs of strength in the AI trade.

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US private payroll growth slows in August; factory orders rebound in July

U.S. private payrolls increased less than expected in August as strength in the education and health services sector was offset by job losses in manufacturing and a few

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Mexico presses US on auto, steel tariffs in meeting with Lutnick

Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard met U.S.

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Jack Daniel's maker flags soft alcohol demand for year, sees no respite in Canada

Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman said on Wednesday alcohol demand, especially in developed markets, is likely to remain under pressure this year, while renewed

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Uber to lay off 10% of staff in biggest cuts since COVID

Uber Technologies will lay off about 3,300 employees, or 10% of staff, in its largest cuts since the COVID-19 pandemic, to better navigate the rise of robotaxis

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Bank of Canada holds key rate, says multiple hikes might be needed

The Bank of Canada kept its key policy rate on hold at 2.25% on Wednesday, as widely expected, but Governor Tiff Macklem said

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US 10-year yield touches highest level since 2023

US 10-year yield touches highest level since 2023

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Dutch central bank shifts billions in gold to London in 'crisis preparedness' move

The Dutch central bank has moved billions of dollars worth of its gold reserves from North America to London

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PG&E launches review, defers $2 billion in spending after wildfire bill setback

California utility PG&E said on Wednesday it will defer about $2 billion in spending for next year and launched a strategic review, after an

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KKR to acquire A1 Garage Door Service for around $2 billion, sources say

Investment firm KKR & Co has agreed to buy residential garage door repair and replacement company A1 Garage Door Service for around $2 billion,

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China never deliberately pursues trade surplus, central bank governor says

China never deliberately pursues a trade surplus and insists on expanding domestic demand and maintaining a high level of opening up to the world, its central bank governor

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Blackout risk rises as heat wave stresses largest US electric grids

The risk of power outages is expected to escalate across a broad swath of the United States on Wednesday as intense heat will test the capacity of electricity

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Rising Treasury yields could rattle US stocks as earnings season ends

U.S. stock investors are warily watching the rise in Treasury yields as a stumbling block for Wall Street's record-setting rally, with particular

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Bull or bear market? AI spurs rethink of traditional market measures

Everyone knows Wall Street calls a 20% drop in a major index a bear market.

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Ships adopt makeshift anti-drone defences as Black Sea attacks intensify

Tankers and cargo ships are transiting the Bosphorus strait adorned with nets, water tanks and tyres to try to fend off growing Russian and Ukrainian

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From street names to supply chains, Canadians pull away from US as rift grows

For more than 20 years, Diane Hosker has lived on Trump Avenue in Ottawa’s leafy west end, a neighborhood with New York-themed street names including Central

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Chevron pledges to double its Venezuelan oil production

Chevron pledges to double its Venezuelan oil production

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AI boom heats up Bay Area housing market as wealthy buyers drive demand for high-end homes across US

Here’s another place the AI frenzy is making itself felt: the market for luxury homes

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Toyota RAV4 vs. Hyundai Tucson, an Edmunds plug-in hybrid SUV comparison

If you’re looking to reduce your gas bills but buying an electric vehicle just isn’t for you, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid or 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid might be a smart solution

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Hegseth’s culture war fixation disrupting Army progress, sources say

Hegseth’s culture war fixation disrupting Army progress, sources say

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Tesla's China-made EV sales extend growth streak, but momentum fades

Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales slowed to a gain of 3.6% year-on-year in August, down sharply from the prior month, as divergent trends persisted across the U.S.

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Trump pledged fiscal restraint. Instead, debt tops $40 trillion as borrowing costs rise

Donald Trump returned to the White House promising to get the United States' financial house in order by slashing the scope of the federal government,

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Warsh's Jackson Hole encore may put Trump's inflation record under a microscope

After opening the door to higher interest rates last week, U.S.

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Once symbols of war on Islamic State, Kurdish women fighters seek role in new Syria

Female Kurdish fighters who became global symbols of the fight against Islamic State are negotiating with Syria's new authorities to retain a

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Bond selloff deepens as oil prices and public debt fears jolt markets

Bond prices continued to slide in Asia and Europe on Wednesday, pushing borrowing costs to multi-

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Berkshire CEO Abel says AI to help power growth

Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel said on Wednesday he sees significant opportunities for the conglomerate from the buildout of AI data centers, after

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Georgia college graduate's degree withheld by New York university over health insurance charge

Georgia college graduate's degree withheld by New York university over health insurance charge

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EU struggles to find an effective response after Germany blames Russia for a failed drone attack

The European Union is grappling with how to respond to an attempted drone attack at a German airport blamed on Russia

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EU's Kallas says Leipzig attack had hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism

The attempted attack in Leipzig had all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism, the European Union's foreign policy chief

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Germany approves tax cuts for families, partly funded by top earners

Germany's cabinet approved tax cuts worth about €10 billion ($11.6 billion) on Wednesday aimed at boosting disposable income for low- and middle-income

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How Japan's bond rout is turning the tide of global capital

With benchmark Japanese bond yields breaking through a three-decade-old barrier, higher returns are starting to tease capital home,

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Edouard brings heavy rain, gusty winds to southeast Texas

Video shows heavy rain and gusty winds in southeast Texas as Tropical Storm Edouard swept through the area. Edouard has weakened to a tropical depression after making landfall Tuesday afternoon near the border of Texas and Louisiana.

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South Korean FX authorities bought $20 billion in repatriated SK Hynix funds, source says

South Korean foreign exchange authorities bought about $20 billion in U.S. dollars that SK Hynix sold after its $26.5 billion American depositary receipt

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Too weak, too strict: India's food warning labels draw fire from all sides

The Indian government is facing fierce opposition on proposed food warning labels from both health experts and food giants - activists say many items will

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Hong Kong court rejects lawyer's request to use Evergrande founder's funds for legal costs

Hong Kong's High Court on Wednesday rejected a request from the lawyer for the founder of embattled Chinese property company Evergrande to use funds controlled by

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What are Iran's options to retaliate as open warfare resumes with the US?

The United States launched a new wave of attacks on Iran late on Tuesday six months into a deadlocked conflict, prompting Iranian missile fire at what it called U.S. assets

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Dollar rises to 2-week high, Middle East conflict and rate paths in focus

The dollar hit a two-week high on Wednesday as investors turned to the U.S. currency amid growing concerns about the economic impact of the energy shock and

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US tech firms may crowd out others in euro bond market and raise credit risk

U.S. tech giants are flooding the euro zone bond market to fund huge AI investments, potentially crowding out other borrowers, pushing up financing costs even for

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Shein shares slide more than 5% on second day of Hong Kong trading

Shares of online fast-fashion retailer Shein fell more than 5% on Wednesday, a day after a lacklustre debut session following a long-awaited initial public offering.

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European shares hit by rising bond yields, energy-driven inflation concerns

European shares edged lower on Wednesday, pressured by elevated bond yields as escalating tensions in the Middle East stoked

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Germany probes second power grid sabotage case, fears of hybrid warfare grow

German police were on Wednesday investigating a second sabotage attempt on the electricity grid within 24 hours, a day after Berlin blamed Russia for an attempted drone

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Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another $20 billion in US

Taiwanese companies are planning another $20 billion of investments in the U.S. driven by demand for AI applications, the island's economy minister said on Wednesday without

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Italy has started exporting a delicacy prized abroad, reviled at home

Fishermen in Italy have shifted from incinerating invasive Atlantic blue crabs to commercializing them

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Shein shares slip more than 3% on second day of Hong Kong trading

Shares of Shein slipped more than 3% on Wednesday, a day after a lacklustre debut session following a

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Indonesian officials suspect food poisoning from free school meal after more than 500 fall ill

More than 500 students in Indonesia's East Java were hospitalised with food poisoning suspected to have been caused by free meals provided by the government, and an

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What's behind the selloff in world bond markets?

Government borrowing costs from the United States to Germany and Japan are at or near multi-decade peaks on heightened worries about

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Who will police the bond vigilantes?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Bond yields are hitting new milestones as fighting resumes between the U.S. and Iran and oil prices surge, sending

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Russia, US see grounds for financial ties, Russian finance minister says

Dialogue between Russia and the U.S. should continue to find common ground in economics, which should make it easier to discuss political issues, Russian Finance Minister Anton

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Banks rush to swap higher-risk credit assets for Bank of England cash

British banks are increasingly pledging higher-risk assets such as loans linked to high-interest store cards and vehicle

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Australia, US commit $580 million to support Pacific Island nations

Australia and the United States on Wednesday announced a combined $580 million in funding for the Pacific Islands as they

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Defence spending shows determination to protect Taiwan, president says

Taiwan's plan for defence spending next year to exceed T$1 trillion ($31.47 billion) for the first time shows the international community the island's determination to

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Honda tells suppliers to cut costs in $9 billion push to fend off China, documents show

Japan's Honda aims to cut more than $9 billion in costs over the next four years and has instructed suppliers to drastically reduce their prices, according to

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BOJ's Takata urges nimble rate hikes, says 2026 marks a turning point

The Bank of Japan should conduct interest rate hikes nimbly to counter intensifying inflationary pressures, rather than adhere

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America's story intertwined with its military history, but a military-civilian disconnect persists

The story of the U.S. is intertwined with its military history, from its creation in 1776 to the expansion of its physical borders to its role in the global political and economic order

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Carney tells Trump ‘Stop trying to be tough'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Trump administration needs to “stop doing memes, stop throwing shade and stop trying to be tough.”

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BOJ chief signals chance of September rate hike, debate on price risks

The Bank of Japan will debate raising interest rates including in September with a focus on whether inflationary risks were heightening,

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Panama Canal sees $5.56 billion revenue in FY2027 budget proposal

The Panama Canal Authority expects to generate $5.56 billion in revenue and contribute $3.61 billion directly to the national treasury for fiscal year 2027, according to a budget

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Not just Nvidia: these power and cooling firms are riding the trillion-dollar data centre boom

While Nvidia is synonymous with the AI boom, a lesser-known group of power and cooling equipment suppliers is cashing in on a global data centre construction

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Grand Canyon flooding harms an economy that's still recovering from a fire

Tourists are scrambling to find lodging elsewhere after deadly flash flooding in the Grand Canyon

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Tyson disputes claim by USDA's Rollins, says shuttered beef plants can go to any buyer

U.S. meatpacker Tyson Foods has disputed a claim by U.S.

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South Korea inflation quickens on one-off factor, misses expectations

South Korea's consumer inflation quickened in August due to low-base effects from the previous comparable period a year ago, data showed on Wednesday, but was lower than

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Democrats shocked after 2 members cross aisle to help Republicans

Democrats shocked after 2 members cross aisle to help Republicans

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US urges hands-off approach to AI regulation at G20 tech meeting

The U.S. pressed G20 members on Tuesday to take a hands-off approach to AI regulation and avoid creating rules for

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US launches new strikes on Iran and Tehran hits back in widening conflict

The U.S. launched a barrage of airstrikes against Iran on Tuesday, prompting Iranian retaliation, in the most serious

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Brazil's Congress approves tax exemptions to attract data center investments

Brazil's Congress on Tuesday approved a bill exempting data-center-related equipment from federal taxes, part of the government's plan to lure such projects to the country

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Venezuela’s main airport partially resumes commercial flights after deadly earthquakes

Venezuela’s main airport has partially resumed operations nearly 10 weeks after two devastating earthquakes

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Oil giant Chevron is expected to announce it will expand operations in Venezuela, US official says

Oil giant Chevron is expected to soon announce it will expand operations in Venezuela, a U.S. official said

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California lawmakers' last-minute deal on compensation for wildfire victims falls apart

The California Assembly has opted not to vote on legislation meant to help wildfire victims

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Honduran court drops charges against former president pardoned by Trump

A Honduran court has dropped charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernandez over fraud and money laundering, judiciary

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UK economic outlook improves but firms wary of investment, BCC says

Britain's economy is set to grow a bit faster than previously expected in 2026 after withstanding the initial impact of the Iran war but firms remain wary about investment,

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Oracle licensing practices on EU antitrust regulator's radar, source says

The licensing practices of U.S. cloud computing company Oracle are on the radar of EU antitrust regulators, a person familiar with the matter said, in a case similar to

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Investors argue against novel ETF label in letters to US SEC

Market participants raised concerns over the U.S.

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Venezuela's assembly backs oil deal announced with U.S

Venezuela's ruling party-dominated National Assembly backed the country's oil deal with the Trump administration in a vote on Tuesday, ahead of a visit to Caracas by the

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Some G20 differences remain over imbalances, sovereign debt, US Treasury official says

A Group of 20 joint statement reflecting U.S. priorities on reducing global imbalances and sovereign debt restructurings may not be

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Dell again lifts annual forecasts as AI demand powers record results

Dell Technologies on Tuesday boosted its annual revenue forecast by $25 billion while also raising its profit outlook for the second time this year, driven by

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Turkish economy grows 2.3% yr-on-yr in Q2, below forecast

Turkey's economy expanded 2.3% year-on-year in the second quarter, official data showed on Monday, less than forecast, with growth slowing for the fourth consecutive quarter

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Barclays sees two more Fed rate hikes this year after Warsh speech

Barclays expects the U.S.

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China reins in rising yuan as weak domestic demand clouds outlook

China is slowing down a long rally in the yuan and is likely to keep further currency gains to a minimum this year, market participants say, as authorities step in to support

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India's April-July fiscal deficit at 26.8% of 2026/27 target

India's fiscal deficit in the months of April-July stood at 4.55 trillion rupees ($47.81 billion), or 26.8% of the target for the financial year ending March 31,

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Why bond yields are rising and why everyone should care

Interest rates on government bonds are rising again around the world, making borrowing more expensive for consumers and businesses and heightening concerns about whether governments are issuing more debt than financial markets can handle

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Booming weight-loss drug demand in Brazil fuels thriving black market and health fears

When Brazilian customs agents opened jars of dulce de leche aboard a tourist bus arriving from Paraguay in April, they discovered hundreds of vials

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US carrier visit to Thailand's Pattaya lifts hope and sex-tourism risk

After a long deployment in the Middle East, a U.S.

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Kenya airport staff strike delays thousands of passengers

Flight delays at Kenya's main international airport on Monday affected thousands of travellers as airport workers' go-slow strike action continued into its second day, with

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Adobe to offer free access to AI tools in Saudi Arabia in $4 billion deal

Adobe said on Monday it has expanded its tie-up with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and Saudi government-backed AI firm Humain to provide

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Justice Department seizes more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations for Hamas

The Justice Department says it has seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas

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USDA to test satellites, AI to try to improve crop estimates amid farmer criticism

The U.S.

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Mercado Pago unfazed by Brazil consumer debt worries as it expands credit card business

Mercado Pago, the fintech arm of Latin American e-commerce giant MercadoLibre, said it remains comfortable expanding its credit card business despite the

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US House passes funding bill to avert government shutdown before midterm elections

The U.S.

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Stocks slip on Wall Street under pressure from higher oil prices and rising bond yields

Stocks fell on Wall Street as another round of U.S. military strikes on Iran sent oil prices higher, stoking worries about stubbornly high inflation

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Schools reopen across Cuba as fuel, water and power shortages persist

Cuba has reopened most of its schools despite a shortage of transportation, uniforms and teachers as the island's crises deepen

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G20 finance chiefs except China back action on distorted trade

The Trump administration won backing from all G20 financial leaders except China's on Tuesday to act against "non-

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Bessent pitches US-backed financial literacy competition to world's largest economies

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is pitching a financial literacy campaign to the world's largest economies

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Wall Street ends lower as higher yields, rising oil prices mark shaky start to September

U.S. stocks extended their slide on Tuesday, as the global bond selloff deepened and crude prices spiked amid fading hopes for a near-

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House passes short-term funding bill to avoid a shutdown before the election

The House has passed a short-term measure to fund the federal government into early December

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China's Xi lands in Egypt as Iran war reshapes Middle East alliances

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Egypt on Tuesday, his first visit to the Arab world's most populous nation in a decade, as countries across the Middle East reassess

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Bessent urges BOJ chief to combat weak yen with 'decisive' monetary steps

U.S.

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USPS whistleblower describes new plans for voting by mail hidden from the public

USPS whistleblower describes new plans for voting by mail hidden from the public

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Global bonds sell off as Middle East conflict escalates, further stoking inflation fears

Global bonds sell off as Middle East conflict escalates, further stoking inflation fears

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Government borrowing costs rise anew, adding to pressure on global policymakers

A selloff in global bond markets deepened on Tuesday, reflecting investor angst over

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Burnham pledges to restore hope as he makes his House of Commons debut as UK leader

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has faced lawmakers in the House of Commons for the first time since becoming U.K. leader six weeks ago

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CSX appoints new CEO as US railroad operator battles activist pressure

CSX Corp has named veteran executive Steve Angel its CEO, replacing Joe Hinrichs, as the U.S. railroad operator fends off pressure from an activist investor against the

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Global bonds extend selloff, oil prices surge on renewed US-Iran strikes

Global bond yields rose on Tuesday, extending a broad-market selloff in government debt fed by inflation fears, while

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Schools reopen in Congo’s Ebola epicenter despite concerns from parents and teachers

A new academic year has started across Congo despite concerns by parents and teachers that the Ebola outbreak still poses risks to children in the epicenter

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Canada's Carney says US needs to start being serious before trade talks can resume

The U.S. needs to start being serious and stop trying to be tough before talks on a possible trade deal with Canada can restart, Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on

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Alligator on Central Florida highway causes chain-reaction crash, leaving woman dead

Alligator on Central Florida highway causes chain-reaction crash, leaving woman dead

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Bank of England's Mann sees signs of stronger economic growth

Bank of England interest rate setter Catherine Mann said Britain's economy had shown signs of stronger growth since the central bank's last monetary policy meeting when she

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Tesla touts European supervised self-driving safety data ahead of EU vote

Tesla's supervised self-driving technology recorded 4.1 times fewer collisions than manually driven Tesla cars in the five European countries where it is permitted, the

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Train blockages in Calera fuel frustration as city leaders push for $32 million bridge project

Train blockages in Calera fuel frustration as city leaders push for $32 million bridge project

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Oil prices jump 4% as fresh US-Iran fighting stokes supply fears

Oil prices jumped about 4% to a one-week high on Tuesday as a resumption in fighting between the U.S. and Iran renewed fears of supply disruptions from

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US construction spending drops to nearly three-year low in July

U.S. construction spending unexpectedly fell in July, hitting the lowest level in nearly three years as higher mortgage rates weighed on single-family homebuilding.

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US Treasury yields are rising — Why does it matter?

A selloff in U.S. government bonds is pushing up borrowing costs, which could squeeze households, companies, financial markets and the federal budget

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Whistleblower says USPS mail-in voting restrictions could discard thousands of legal ballots

A whistleblower told Congress that the U.S.

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Dollar gains as oil, rising bond yields stoke inflation fears

The dollar strengthened on Tuesday as renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities sent oil prices higher, fuelling inflation worries and sparking a global bond

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US job openings rise slightly to 7.3 million as labor market remains sturdy despite higher costs

Employers posted slightly more job openings in July but as the American labor market remained sturdy in the face of higher costs that are squeezing household budgets

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US job openings rise in July after sharp downward revision in prior month

U.S. job openings increased in July amid a surge in manufacturing vacancies, but weak hiring suggested the labor market remained in a holding pattern.

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Volkswagen management proposes shutdown of four German plants by 2034, WiWo reports

Volkswagen's management board plans to propose ending production at four German plants between 2031 and 2034, German business outlet WirtschaftsWoche reported on Tuesday.

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US factory activity slows in August; input prices remain elevated

U.S. manufacturing activity eased in August amid a slowdown in new orders and some manufacturers worried that higher prices because of the Middle East

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Brazil's Q2 GDP tops forecasts but slowdown looms

Brazil's economic growth slowed in the second quarter as elevated borrowing costs continued to weigh on activity and household consumption shrank, with

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Global pharma companies that have publicly announced Trump drug pricing agreements

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Canadian factory PMI dips in August but shows sector still expanding

Canada's manufacturing sector expanded for a fifth straight month in August as output and employment rose but the recent increase in trade tensions between

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Blockade succeeds where sanctions failed as Iran oil exports stall

For the first time on record, Iran has gone about seven weeks without shipping meaningful crude exports through the Strait

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Keurig Dr Pepper to sell back Chobani stake, manufacturing site for $925 million

Keurig Dr Pepper said on Tuesday it

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Ukraine parliament fails to pass parcel tax law tied to IMF, EU funding

Ukraine's parliament failed on Tuesday to pass a law to introduce taxes for foreign parcels that is required to unlock IMF and EU funds, dismissing government

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Israeli special forces capture Hamas official in raid on Gaza City

Israeli special forces captured a Hamas militant leader in a raid in Gaza City on Tuesday while Israeli air strikes meant to protect those troops killed

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Tesla's European sales mixed in August, strong in France and Denmark

Tesla's August registrations across several European markets painted a mixed picture on Tuesday, with strong gains in France and Denmark contrasted by declines in

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Submersible joins search for 20 missing in deadly Cypriot ferry disaster

A submersible vessel has joined the search for 20 people missing for two days following a ferry disaster off the coast of Cyprus

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The greenest building is the one still standing after a disaster

A ‘green’ building has to last for its intentionally small carbon footprint to pay off. That includes surviving flood, storm or wildfire damage.

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Deadly floods test Nepal's hydropower ambitions

Deadly floods that wiped out a tenth of Nepal's electricity generation capacity last week have cast doubt on the

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Inexpensive new cars are becoming tougher and tougher to find

Inexpensive new cars are becoming tougher and tougher to find

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Private sector steps up as India's growth engine broadens

India's economy is showing early signs that a long-awaited private investment revival is taking hold, broadening the growth engines and

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New foreign investment in Mexico stalls as companies fret over USMCA uncertainty

When Randy Carr opened a factory in central Mexico in 2005, he was drawn by the country’s low wages and free-trade agreement with the

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Cook hands Apple to Ternus: bigger and richer, but catching up in AI race

When Tim Cook took over as Apple's CEO, he did not try to fill the big shoes of its legendary founder and product visionary Steve Jobs.

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Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, takes over from Tim Cook after 15 years

Apple’s new CEO John Ternus takes the helm of the iconic tech giant on Tuesday, ending Tim Cook’s 15-year tenure that saw the company’s value skyrocket to $4.6 trillion thanks to the iPhone’s enormous popularity

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September storm

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets World markets enter September with another government bond storm

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They were building infrastructure in Nepal. Their families in China want to know what happened to them

They were building infrastructure in Nepal. Their families in China want to know what happened to them

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Texas' halt on powering data centers reflects US reckoning over 'ghost' demand

Data centers have requested roughly as much electricity across the middle swath of the United States as it takes to power every home in the country, but much of that demand may be

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Trump's oil deal with Venezuela raises red flags for some major producers, sources say

An unprecedented deal for the U.S. to gain access to a fifth of Venezuela's oil reserves - and the central role a Venezuelan businessman

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China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

China has warned of consequences for Taiwan after officials from Beijing and Taipei attended a Pacific leaders summit

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BYD's sales extend growth streak on strong exports

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD reported rising global sales for the fourth straight month, as robust exports continued to cushion the impact of sluggish domestic demand

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Russia, at dire point in ties with UK, says it will name new ambassador when ready

Russia said on Tuesday it would announce a new ambassador to Britain in due course, weeks after its previous envoy left London at a dire point in bilateral ties

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Euro zone inflation rises above 3%, cementing ECB rate hike bets

Euro zone inflation rose back above 3% in August on higher energy costs, cementing an already solid case for another European Central Bank interest rate

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South African manufacturing mood slumps further in August, Absa PMI shows

South Africa's manufacturing sentiment deteriorated further in August as business activity slumped, a purchasing managers' index (PMI) survey showed on Tuesday,

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ECB says energy-led inflation spike justifies June rate hike

The spike in euro zone inflation since the start of the war in Iran has almost entirely been driven by higher energy prices, justifying the European Central Bank's small

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UK manufacturing PMI slips to five-month low but hiring strengthens

Activity growth in Britain's manufacturing sector slowed slightly in August to its weakest since March but factories hired workers at the fastest pace in more than two years

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Euro zone factory growth at more than four-year high in August, PMI shows

Growth in the euro zone's manufacturing sector hit its fastest pace in more than four years in August, driven by the strongest rise in new orders since early 2022 and output

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Ford to recall about 149,000 vehicles in US over power loss, NHTSA says

Ford Motor is recalling 148,663 vehicles in the U.S. due to a loss of driver power and loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function, which can reduce visibility,

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German manufacturing growth accelerates in August as orders surge, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector accelerated in August, as a jump in new orders drove the strongest production growth since January 2022, a business survey showed on Tuesday.

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French manufacturing expands less than initially forecast in August, final PMI shows

France's manufacturing sector grew in August, albeit slightly less than initially forecast, a survey by S&P Global showed on Tuesday.

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UK finance minister to set out 'clear path' to higher defence spending in spring

British finance minister John Healey told The Times newspaper he would set out a "clear path" to higher defence spending at the government's spring spending review, amid

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Iran says it has enough foreign currency despite US sanctions

Iran has sufficient foreign currency reserves despite U.S. sanctions, Central Bank Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said on Tuesday, after U.S.

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Japan's benchmark bond yield rises to 3% for first time in 30 years

Japan's benchmark 10-year bond yield hit 3% on Tuesday for the first time since September 1996, pushed higher by investor concerns about

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Shein's pursuit of an IPO: From New York to London to Hong Kong

Shares in fast-fashion giant Shein fell in their ‌Hong Kong market debut on Tuesday, hurt by numerous setbacks that delayed its listing ​and undermined the foundations of its ⁠

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Thailand's Pattaya anticipates USS Abraham Lincoln visit following its Middle East deployment

Thailand's coastal city of Pattaya is preparing for a visit by the USS Abraham Lincoln, as the aircraft carrier makes its way back to the U.S. following a grueling deployment in the Middle East

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Analysts react to global bond selloff

Japan's benchmark bond yield hit the 3% level for the first time since 1996 on Tuesday amid a broad-based global bond selloff, underscoring how inflation, fiscal concerns

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France targets Shein and Temu with fast fashion fees

France started imposing fees on the extreme end of fast fashion on Tuesday to try to curb a surge in sales of cheap clothing sold by e-

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Japan, US agree to continue coordination on yen, Katayama says

Japan and the United States agreed to continue coordinating to achieve "orderly" yen moves, which were crucial for global market stability

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OpenAI says Apple has only itself to blame in trade-secret fight

By Deepa Seetharaman SAN FRANCISCO, Aug 31 - OpenAI denied Apple's allegations of trade secret theft on Monday, saying the iPhone maker failed to show any confidential information was stolen by former

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Fast-fashion giant Shein's shares fall after Hong Kong trading debut that spotlights its China roots

Shares in fast-fashion online retail giant Shein have begun trading on Hong Kong’s stock exchange after a long delay

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Poland pivots to home-grown defence production as it builds Europe's biggest army

As Poland builds Europe's biggest army, it is pivoting toward domestic and other central European defence

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Factory activity bounced in August as AI fuelled Asian expansion

Global factory activity was humming last month as surging demand for AI hardware kept Asian factories busy while new orders in

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India's factory growth at five-year low in August on weakening demand, PMI shows

India's manufacturing sector expanded at its slowest pace in five years in August as demand remained soft, leading to job losses for the first time in more than two years

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The dog days are over

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Europe enters autumn with benchmark gas prices at 3-1/2-year highs and stocks at their lowest ever for the time of year on

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WPP cutting up to 1,000 more jobs by year-end, FT reports

WPP is cutting up to 1,000 more jobs by year-end as Britain's ‌biggest advertising group accelerates a restructuring programme under new chief Cindy Rose, the Financial Times

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Japan faces day of policy reckoning as Bessent calls time on big stimulus

When the U.S. joined Japan's efforts to shore up the yen, it wasn't for nothing. This week, U.S.

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South Korea proposes record $597 billion 2027 budget to supercharge AI investment

South Korea on Tuesday unveiled its most aggressive fiscal spending plan on record, setting total government expenditure for 2027 at

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China-Taiwan tensions weigh on Pacific leaders meeting

China on Tuesday objected to Taiwan's presence at the Pacific Islands Forum saying the democratically ruled island was not

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China's August factory activity picks up as demand improves, PMI shows

China's manufacturing sector expanded at a faster pace in August as output, new orders and exports all accelerated, a private-sector survey

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New Zealand, US to fund Cook Islands port upgrade

New Zealand and the U.S. will jointly fund a major upgrade of a World War Two port on a Cook Islands atoll, the three governments said on Tuesday, in a

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Fast-fashion giant Shein set to open flat in Hong Kong market debut

Shares in fast fashion giant Shein were set open flat in their Hong Kong market debut on Tuesday, hurt by numerous setbacks that have long delayed its listing and

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Japan capital spending gathers pace, bolstering economic outlook and BOJ hike case

Japanese companies increased their pace ‌of spending on plant and equipment in April-June, a sign of business confidence that could prompt an upgrade to

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Freedom Fuel won praise from Trump for selling cheap gas. Now a supplier claims it got gas it didn’t pay for

Freedom Fuel won praise from Trump for selling cheap gas. Now a supplier claims it got gas it didn’t pay for

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JBS co-owner lobbied Trump to lower beef import tariffs, WSJ reports

Brazilian billionaire Joesley Batista, one of the owners of meatpacker JBS, met U.S.

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White House releases terms of oil deal with North American Blue Energy Partners

The White House on Monday released terms of the U.S.-Venezuela oil deal with North American Blue Energy Partners.

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Japan manufacturing new business rises at fastest pace since 2018, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing sector picked up in August as new business grew at the fastest pace since January 2018 on solid demand for semiconductors and AI-related products, a

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South Korea factory activity logs ninth straight month of expansion, PMI shows

South Korea's factory sector recorded a ninth consecutive month of activity growth in August, underpinned by robust export demand, a survey showed on Tuesday.

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South Korea's Aug exports up 68.7% y/y, expand for 15th straight month

South Korea's exports surged 68.7% in August from a year earlier, extending their winning streak to a 15th consecutive month and outpacing analysts' forecasts

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SEC asks investment firms to prove they have access to shares in startups, WSJ reports

The Securities and Exchange Commission has stepped up its examinations of firms behind so-called special purpose vehicles (SPVs) that claim to offer exposure to private company

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UCLA ousts athletic director Martin Jarmond, taps former Lakers executive Tim Harris to replace him

UCLA has fired athletic director Martin Jarmond after six years and is replacing him with former Los Angeles Lakers executive Tim Harris

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Firms including Chevron, ONGC, GE Vernova on track to sign final pacts in Venezuela, sources say

U.S. companies Chevron and GE Vernova, India's ONGC, Italy's Eni and Colombia's GeoPark are on track to sign final agreements

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FTC sues Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers

FTC sues Amazon, alleging it overcharged advertisers

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United Arab Emirates intercepts an Iranian drone, and other news from the Middle East

The United Arab Emirates' Defense Ministry says that an Iranian drone has been intercepted over the UAE’s territorial waters

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UK retailers raise prices by most since 2024, BRC data shows

British retailers raised prices by the most in more than two years last month, as higher energy prices pushed up the cost of some processed food and the artificial

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Yields rise, oil jumps; US and Iran resume military attacks

Bond yields rose and stocks fell on Monday as oil prices jumped more than 2%, with a resumption of military clashes

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Boeing, engineers union to resume contract negotiations on Sept 8, union says

Negotiators from Boeing and the union representing engineers and technical workers in Washington and other states will resume contract talks on September 8, the union

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Ares raises $4 billion for Japan logistics fund in unit's largest fundraise

Ares Management, a U.S.-based investment firm, said on Tuesday its real estate arm has raised 612 billion yen ($4 billion) for its fifth Japan

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The Latest: SCOTUS allows Trump’s White House ballroom construction to continue

A divided Supreme Court has allowed the White House to continue construction on a $400 million ballroom project as lawsuits play out

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US irks G20 ministers by bringing back Russia, barring journalists

The United States' move to welcome Russia back to a meeting of G20 countries on Monday while denying some

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Supreme Court lets White House continue construction on Trump’s $400 million ballroom

The Supreme Court is allowing the White House to continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project while his administration appeals a judge’s order halting the work

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New York cannot enforce $75 billion climate 'superfund' law, US judge rules

A federal judge ruled on Monday that New York cannot enforce a 2024 state law that sought to force fossil fuel companies to contribute

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Trading Day: Bonds shaken, and stirred

The benchmark 10-year U.S.

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JPMorgan taps Deutsche Bank's Jones for mid-cap basic materials role, memo says

JPMorgan Chase has hired investment banker Ward Jones as head of Mid-Cap Basic Materials Investment Banking, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters

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Brazil, US agree to hold new meetings to discuss tariffs as talks resume

Brazilian and U.S. officials spoke virtually on Monday to discuss tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, and agreed to hold further meetings at a later date,

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State Farm sued by Los Angeles County for allegedly mishandling wildfire claims

State Farm was sued on Monday by Los Angeles County, which accused the largest U.S. home insurer of mishandling claims by victims of the January 2025 wildfires

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Trump says he is reviewing US position on Falkland Islands

U.S.

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I feel your pain vs. ‘let Data Reign’: How Trump and his VP are out of step on data centers

I feel your pain vs. ‘let Data Reign’: How Trump and his VP are out of step on data centers

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Oil prices rise and stocks fall after US hits Iranian sites in the Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices rose and U.S. stocks fell after American forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first military action in a month

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EPA grants 1.76 billion biofuel exemptions, weighs shifting obligations to larger refiners

The U.S.

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Trump on Warsh: He'll do what he has to do

U.S.

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Wall Street closes lower as oil prices jump, indexes notch monthly gains

U.S. stocks weakened on Monday, with Wall Street turning the page on a volatile month as a war-related jump in crude prices revived

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Trump administration announces drug pricing deals with CSL, Astellas and others

U.S.

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Amazon sued by FTC, 22 US states over ad sales practices

Amazon.com illegally raised prices for advertisers by surreptitiously raising the minimum price required to place ads that promote their products, the U.S.

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DEA makes kratom-related compounds Schedule I substances on an emergency basis

DEA makes kratom-related compounds Schedule I substances on an emergency basis

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US to announce sharply lower vehicle fuel economy requirements

The Trump administration will soon announce sharply lower vehicle fuel-economy standards, reversing a push by the prior administration to force

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‘OH SNAP!’ proposal would let families use benefits toward water bills

‘OH SNAP!’ proposal would let families use benefits toward water bills

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Author-psychiatrist Augusto Cury gains ground in Brazil presidential race polls

Augusto Cury, a psychiatrist and best-selling author with no previous elected office experience, has emerged as a surprise contender in Brazil's

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US widens lettuce-related cyclosporiasis probe to 20 states

(This Aug 27 story has been republished to change the image with no changes to text.)

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US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says

The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. military says there are no plans to send troops to polling places during November’s midterm congressional elections

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India's Modi tells Russia's Putin that the war in Ukraine must end for humanity's sake 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday that the war in Ukraine needed to end for humanity's sake and that New Delhi would

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Bessent expects Japan to take action to boost yen, signals BOJ rate-hike chance

U.S.

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Kalshi permanently bans George Santos over State of the Union bets

Prediction market company Kalshi said on Monday it imposed a penalty of more than $71,000 on former U.S.

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Trump was sending message to Iran with Kharg Island post, says Vance

U.S.

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FDIC defeats $1.71 billion claim over Silicon Valley Bank collapse, US judge rules

A U.S. judge said the former parent of Silicon Valley Bank cannot pursue a $1.71 billion claim against the FDIC stemming from the bank's March 2023 collapse, one

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An L.A. neighborhood was terrorized by a warehouse inferno. The big cleanup is done, but the suffocating stench remains

An L.A. neighborhood was terrorized by a warehouse inferno. The big cleanup is done, but the suffocating stench remains

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Peru seeks to lead UN labour body amid funding shortfall

Peru has entered the race to lead the International Labour Organization, its website showed on Monday, as the body grapples with a financial shortfall that may

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Prediction market startup Kalshi permanently bans ex-US lawmaker Santos from trading

Kalshi permanently banned former U.S. congressman George Santos from its platform on Monday and imposed a penalty of $71,356, citing insider trading.

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China's Xi tells Putin that foundations of ties will be stronger

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday told Russian President Vladimir Putin that under their "strategic guidance and joint efforts", the foundations of bilateral ties will

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Aon strikes $17 billion deal for rival USI as insurance consolidation accelerates

Aon said on Monday it will buy rival USI Insurance Services in a $17 billion deal from private equity firm KKR, in one of the biggest

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Experts, lawyers puzzled over US-Venezuela oil deal, call for contract transparency

A massive long-term oil deal expected to grant the U.S. access to a fifth of Venezuela's crude reserves has energy experts and lawyers questioning its legality and

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Trump to host oil executives after accusing refiners of gouging consumers

President Donald Trump has accused U.S. oil refiners of gouging Americans, called for a Justice Department investigation and urged companies to use their bumper

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Special Report-As U.S. agriculture wilts under financial pressure, former Arkansas farmer cultivates U.S. Senate bid

A decade ago, Hallie Shoffner quit a career in non-profits to help her aging parents run the family farm.

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German unions warn of massive opposition in turnaround dispute with Volkswagen

Germany's largest union, IG Metall, on Monday warned of maximum resistance to any efforts by Volkswagen to unwind a previously

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At Jackson Hole,  global central bankers glimpse dystopian AI future

Imagine a world where AI-powered trading is so prevalent, fast and effective that the Federal Reserve must give two news conferences, one for

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Australia's home prices extend declines in August as downturn deepens

Australian home prices fell for a fifth month in August as the housing downturn spread to more cities and regional areas, data showed on Tuesday, with the risk of more

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Meta removes ads for fraud apps posing as porn after India sounds alarm

Meta on Monday removed dozens of advertisements after India flagged a pattern of Facebook and Instagram ads using sexually explicit content to lure

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Israeli fire kills five people in Gaza, medics say

Israeli airstrikes killed at least five Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials said.

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German state leader urges joint effort to solve Volkswagen crisis

Volkswagen's workers, management and political leaders must work together to minimise the impact of job and capacity cuts at

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Australia's Qantas Airways ground crews vote to strike over 'rock bottom' pay

Some ground crew at Australia's largest airline, Qantas Airways, on Monday voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action over pay and job conditions.

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A look at Iran's Kharg Island and energy sector

Oil jumped on escalating Iranian tensions, including an AI-generated post by U.S.

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Wall St opens lower as Middle East clashes send oil prices up

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday after military strikes between the U.S. and Iran drove up oil prices, fanning inflation worries as the interest-rate outlook turns

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Depleted US oil stash loses potency as Iran war grinds on

Six months into the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, Washington may find it harder to calm jittery oil

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German inflation accelerates in August, core stabilises

German inflation rose in August on higher energy prices due to the Iran conflict, but the increase was less than expected and core inflation stabilised,

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Turkey says it has Black Sea grain plan and is in contact with Russia, Ukraine

Turkey has prepared a plan for the safe passage of grain via the Black Sea and is in contact with both Russia and Ukraine regarding it, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said

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Higher food inflation could constrain spending on non-food items, India report says

Higher food inflation could squeeze spending on non-food discretionary items by absorbing a larger share of household disposable income, the Indian government said in its

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Italy's population to shrink by 4 million by 2050, stats agency says

Italy's population will shrink by almost 4 million by 2050, undermining the sustainability of its economy and welfare system as the proportion of elderly people increases,

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Summer's over, buckle up!

A G20 gathering, key U.S. jobs data and central bank meetings in Canada and New Zealand all suggest there's not much downtime for traders catching up on that post-summer

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Nepal floods expose risks to hydropower in a warming Himalayas

As rescuers in Nepal struggle to find hundreds of workers in the tunnels that were buried in last week's flooding, attention has focus on where to rebuild crucial hydropower projects

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India must uphold water-sharing treaty with Pakistan, international court says

India must uphold a water-sharing treaty with Pakistan it suspended amid bilateral tensions and must limit work on an hydroelectric plant it is building in the Kashmir

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Truth Social fund firm Yorkville America plans acquisition, more ETF launches

Yorkville America, the asset manager behind President Donald Trump's Truth Social exchange-traded funds, is close to completing an

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Advanced AI threatens the world’s financial system, watchdog says

Advanced AI threatens the world’s financial system, watchdog says

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How Tim Cook made Apple one of the world’s most valuable companies

How Tim Cook made Apple one of the world’s most valuable companies

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Japan to beef up its defense with drones, AI and missiles, defense budget plans show

Japan’s Defense Ministry has disclosed details of an 8.9 trillion yen ($55.6 billion) budget request for the next fiscal year that officials say will increase significantly after the government adopts new security and defense plans later in the year

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Italy's revolving-door governments — the numbers behind the instability

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is due to set a record as leading Italy's longest-serving administration on September 4.

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Meloni's big reforms flounder but security bills flourish in Italy

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government took office in October 2022 and will become the longest-serving administration in the history of the Italian Republic on September 4

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Europe's STOXX 600 falls as oil prices jump, but secures fifth monthly gain

European shares fell on Monday as fresh U.S.-Iran military strikes drove oil prices and bond yields higher, though the benchmark STOXX 600 marked

Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

September risks are stacking up hard and fast for world markets

Traders will return from their August breaks to a host of risks for markets, including rising concern about high government

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AI-driven cyber risk is top concern for global financial stability, watchdog says

Financial Stability Board Chair Andrew Bailey said on Monday that the impact of AI on cyber risk was the most immediate concern for the global financial

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Toyota and Honda may get stuck with the bill for Trump’s Canada tariffs

U.S.

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Bessent pushes back on fears over US debt market strains

U.S.

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As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Colleges around the country are seeking approval for a new federal grant program, Workforce Pell, to aid students enrolled for short-term job training

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Great power rivalry threatens to overshadow a summit of some of the world's smallest island nations

Leaders from some of the world’s least populous states are gathering in Palau for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting

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Chinese factory slump eases, but weak services signal uneven recovery

China's factory activity improved in August on stronger demand but remained in contraction, while services activity stayed weak, underscoring

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NATO's Arctic moves pose 'direct threat' to Russia, foreign minister Lavrov says

Russia sees NATO activity in the Arctic as a direct security threat, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in an article published on Monday, as the alliance

Economy

Trump says Iran's Kharg is being 'blown to smithereens', but gives no details

Iran's energy hub of Kharg Island is being blown to smithereens, U.S.

Economy|Finance

Dollar near two-week high as Warsh boosts rate-hike bets; yen slips past 160

The dollar held steady near a two-week high on Monday as markets ramped up bets on a rate hike after hawkish remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh,

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Bessent expects new US secondary sanctions weekly, aiming to increase pressure on Iran

The U.S.

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GM's Canadian workers approve deal adding truck to Ontario plant amid US trade war

General Motors workers in Canada on Sunday approved an agreement that would build a new heavy-duty truck in Ontario, part of a pledge by the automaker to invest in a country now

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Pacific forum kicks off in Palau without several leaders

At least five heads of government were absent from talks at the annual Pacific Island Forum that began on Monday, as China-Taiwan tensions weighed

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Plan to cut number of polling sites in a major Texas county draws protests as Senate race looms

Plans in one of Texas’ largest counties to use dozens fewer polling location than previous years is drawing protests from Democrats who say the reductions could create confusion in the November midterm elections

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Bessent says yen moves 'pretty contained' and not disorderly

U.S.

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US plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions, Bessent tells AP

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration plans to impose sanctions on another bank this week in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions

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US Treasury blocks certain journalists from G20 meeting in North Carolina

The U.S. Treasury Department is preventing certain journalists from covering a finance meeting among the world’s most powerful countries

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The rise of Yemeni coffeehouses in Dearborn and beyond

Yemeni coffeehouses have gained culinary prominence in recent years, offering brews of coffee and tea seasoned with cardamom, ginger, cloves and other ingredients.

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Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ in US searches

Google Maps changes Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ in US searches

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Aon close to acquiring USI Insurance from KKR in $17 billion deal, WSJ reports

Aon Plc is close to an agreement to acquire insurance brokerage USI Insurance Services from private equity firm KKR for about $17 billion, including debt, the Wall Street Journal

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Ukraine defence chief to outline war plan as Kyiv seeks more funds

Ukraine's new defence minister said he would outline a "clear vision" for Kyiv's partners of how his country plans to fight Russia, as the government tries to

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Icelandic voters reject a proposal to restart negotiations to join the European Union

Iceland's voters have rejected a referendum to restart negotiations to join the European Union

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Brazil’s black market for weight-loss drugs is booming. Smugglers are cashing in

Brazil’s black market for weight-loss drugs is booming. Smugglers are cashing in

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Moulton says Sen. Markey, 80, is too old for another term. Young Massachusetts Democrats are divided

Young Massachusetts voters agree that 80-year-old U.S. Sen. Ed Markey stumbled when asked during a debate how he uses artificial intelligence

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The battle to build a global defence bank

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has thrown his weight behind a new global defence bank intended to help allies

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Malaysia PM unveils measures to tackle living costs, support local businesses

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday introduced measures to address rising living costs and support businesses, including restoring higher quotas for

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Europe's central bankers fear more turbulence in testy U.S. relations

Europe's central bankers are leaving an annual getaway with their U.S. counterparts far from reassured that

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Investors prosper and consumers pay as the Iran war exacts an uneven economic toll 6 months in

Six months after the U.S. and Israel launched their war against Iran, the direst economic predictions haven't come true

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Volunteers rescue climber stranded on small ledge in California's Sierra Nevada

Volunteers rescued a climber who was stranded on a ledge in the Sierra Nevada in an operation that spanned more than 15 hours

Economy|World

Venezuela's interim president says US energy deal will last 25 years

Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Saturday that an energy agreement with the U.S. would remain in force for 25 years, target an increase in crude output

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US to take 35% stake in Venezuelan mogul Betancourt's oil venture, WSJ reports

The U.S. government plans to take a 35% passive stake in Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt’s North American Blue Energy Partners, the Wall Street Journal reported on

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In Puerto Rico, even when it doesn’t rain, it pours

In Puerto Rico, even when it doesn’t rain, it pours

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GM union deal would invest C$1.1 billion in Canada auto factories amid US tariff pressure

General Motors plans to assemble a heavy-duty pickup at an Ontario plant as part of a tentative deal with a key union that would pump C$1.1 billion ($791.31

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2 LaGuardia air traffic controllers left work an hour early before deadly crash, AP source says

Two air traffic controllers could be fired for leaving the tower at New York’s LaGuardia Airport about an hour early on the night that an Air Canada jet smashed into a fire truck crossing the runway, killing both pilots

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Trump's Greenland threats cast a shadow on Iceland's vote on whether to trigger EU membership talks

Voters in Iceland are deciding whether to resume negotiations to join the European Union

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Bessent says disorderly yen moves can destabilize global markets

U.S.

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Trump is letting in 300,000 tons of beef duty-free. Don’t expect cheaper burgers

Trump is letting in 300,000 tons of beef duty-free. Don’t expect cheaper burgers

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Young adults in U.S. have staked $5.4 billion this year on Kalshi

A new CNN analysis reveals young people in the U.S. aged 18 to 21 have placed wagers worth $5.4 billion on the Kalshi prediction market so far this year. Marshall Cohen breakdowns the numbers, and the backlash.

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Six months into the Iran war, Iranian Americans remain divided over what comes next

Six months into the Iran war, Iranian Americans remain divided over what comes next

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Trump is staking out extreme positions on White House secrecy, legal experts say

Trump is staking out extreme positions on White House secrecy, legal experts say

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Warsh raises stakes for Fed's next meeting and other takeaways from Jackson Hole conference

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh provided his most detailed insights yet on how he views the central bank's fight against inflation in a high-profile speech an at annual economic conference in Jackson Hole Friday

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Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River

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The Earth is sizzling, but climate isn't a hot topic for Democrats in this year's campaigns

Climate change has become a less prominent election-year issue for Democrats as voters say concerns such as affordability are more pressing

Business|Economy|Europe

Lower Saxony premier urges agreement on VW restructuring before board meeting

One of the main players in a struggle to agree a restructuring plan for Volkswagen AG, Lower Saxony state Premier Olaf Lies, said there was heavy pressure on all sides to

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Wall Street week ahead: The market eyes the monthly jobs report

Wall Street will get several important updates this week about the health of the U.S. jobs market

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Trump says US is taking partial control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves

President Donald Trump on Friday announced an unprecedented U.S. push to take control of a fifth of Venezuela's vast oil reserves, betting that American companies

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Can Trump actually change Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’? Here’s what to know

Can Trump actually change Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’? Here’s what to know

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Trump says US has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves

President Donald Trump says his administration has entered a sweeping agreement with Venezuela that, if realized, could give the U.S. access to vast amounts of the South American country’s untapped oil reserves, at cost

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Trump says US reaches deal with Venezuela to control 65 billion barrels of country’s oil reserves

Trump says US reaches deal with Venezuela to control 65 billion barrels of country’s oil reserves

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Tampa Bay Rays set for new $2.3B stadium project after county and city approve financing plan

The Tampa Bay Rays have secured county approval for a financing plan to build a new stadium

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Investors heartened by Warsh inflation talk, still uncertain about Fed action

Investors were heartened on Friday by new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's stated resolve to tame high

Arts|Business|Economy|Finance

Warsh's 'quieter Fed' now includes a smidgen of guidance

(Fixes name of podcast to Rapid Response in paragraph 16) By Michael S.

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Pinterest finance chief Julia Donnelly to step down in October

Pinterest said on Friday Chief Financial Officer Julia Donnelly will leave on October 30, and the company has launched an external search for

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Iran lashes out at US sanctions amid economic toll at home

Iran condemned the United States' new economic sanctions on Friday as "state terrorism" while its supreme leader

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Civil rights groups make urgent plea for voting rights in DC, ahead of midterm elections

Hundreds of protesters have rallied on the National Mall for a march in support of voting rights and racial justice ahead of the midterm election

Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Food

Trump vows legal order to break up 'nasty monopoly' in food processing

U.S.

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Trump asks Supreme Court to uphold military’s ban on transgender service members

Trump asks Supreme Court to uphold military’s ban on transgender service members

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US diplomats and family members slowly begin to return to the Mideast embassies

American diplomats and at least some of their family members are beginning to return to U.S. embassies in the Middle East

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California sues Trump administration over offshore wind lease cancelation

California on Friday sued the Trump administration and an offshore wind developer over a deal that canceled a planned project off the state's Central Coast in exchange for a $120

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The bond market prepares for a hike to interest rates, while US stocks drift lower

The bond market swung as investors built bets that the Federal Reserve may hike interest rates soon to get the nation’s high inflation under control

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Woman dies after tree falls on camper during severe storms

Woman dies after tree falls on camper during severe storms

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Juul gets OK to sell updated vaping device with age-gating technology

E-cigarette maker Juul Labs has received U.S. permission to sell an updated version of its vaping device

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Argentina beef exports to US face test from Trump proposal

Argentina's booming beef exports to the United States could face a new test after Washington moved to widen tariff-free access for suppliers, potentially increasing

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Brazil weighs lending curbs as household debt stress mounts

Brazil's central bank is studying measures to curb the rising debt burden of the country's consumers but plans first to

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Wall Street ends lower after Fed Chair Warsh reaffirms inflation fight

Wall Street's main indexes ended lower on Friday, with investors turning cautious after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh

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Trump administration appeals $16 billion Hudson Tunnel funding order

The Trump administration on Friday appealed a court order requiring it to make payments for the $16 billion Hudson Tunnel project after losing its

Business|Economy

Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in July

Brazil's economy created a net 58,568 formal jobs in July, data from the Labor Ministry showed on Friday, below the 112,000 net openings expected by economists in a

Economy|Finance

Stablecoins not a credible means of payment at scale, BIS chief says

Stablecoins do not credibly function as a means of payment at scale and tokenized deposits offer a more compelling case to harness the benefits of this new

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US judge questions but won't yet block Trump's new birthright citizenship order

A federal judge on Friday declined to immediately block U.S.

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Six consequences after six months of war in Iran

(Corrects last paragraph to say it is the Navy's longest deployment, not the longest deployment for the USS Gerald R.

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US targets Egyptian bank's UAE branches under new push for Iran's economic isolation

The Trump administration is limiting an Egyptian bank's operations in the United Arab Emirates and accusing the financial institution of supporting Iran's leadership

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Trump says he’ll make it easier for ranchers to process their own food after blowback over his beef policies

Trump says he’ll make it easier for ranchers to process their own food after blowback over his beef policies

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Fed Chair Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed with US inflation stubbornly elevated

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh says inflation is still too high and suggested the central bank may have to raise interest rates in the coming months to bring it down, a clearer signal than he has sent before about his economic outlook

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Aggressive Treasury yield cap could weigh on dollar, says Citi's asset allocation head

Aggressive efforts by the U.S.

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Bank of England's Bailey sees 'subdued' second-round inflation effects for now

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Friday that he still saw little sign that the surge in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Iran conflict was creating serious longer-term

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ECB should embrace blockchain to safeguard its role, Schnabel says

The European Central Bank should embrace blockchain technology to safeguard its role at the heart of the financial system, ECB board member Isabel Schnabel

Economy|Finance|Interview|Opinion|Stock Markets

Rate-hike expectations rise on Warsh speech at Jackson Hole

The Federal Reserve will "have work to do" if policymakers are not confident that underlying inflation is returning to its 2% target, Chair Kevin Warsh said on Friday in

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Israel kills Hamas operative in rare West Bank air strike, military says

An Israeli strike killed a Hamas operative and two of his accomplices in the West Bank on Friday, the military said, in a rare use of deadly air power in the

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Canada's budget deficit over first three months of 2026/27 shrinks to C$370 million

Canada recorded a sharply lower C$370 million ($266.57 million) budget deficit for the first three months of the 2026/27 fiscal year as government expenditures grew

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Private credit roundup-Institutional investors step up allocations to Asia

Institutional investors are increasing allocations to private credit in Asia.

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Canadian economy recovers sharply in second quarter as domestic demand revives, exports grow

Canada's economy rebounded sharply in the second quarter after six months of virtually no growth, aided by a strong jump in exports and solid domestic

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US employment growth only modestly lower than thought in BLS revision

U.S. employment grew slightly less than previously estimated in the 12 months through March, the government said on Friday, suggesting the modest pace of job creation that has

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Even Cuba's stray cats are feeling the heat as crisis deepens

Cuban Gabriela Lopez runs a rescue center called Aldameros that would melt the heart of any cat lover.

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HR software firm Workday reports revenue rise, flags strong AI uptake

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PayPal shares sink on reports Advent-Stripe consortium walks away from bid

PayPal shares fell 12% in morning trading on Friday, after reports that a consortium of buyout firm Advent International and

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Dollar jumps after Warsh comments, set for weekly gain

The U.S. dollar saw strong gains on Friday, putting it on track for its biggest daily climb in 2-1/2 months after U.S.

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Stocks fall while dollar, bond yields rise as Warsh prompts rate hike bets

MSCI's global equities gauge fell in a choppy session on Friday, while short-dated U.S.

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Chile's Codelco posts stronger profit on copper rally as mine disruptions drag on output

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Cambodia says no online scam compounds remain, experts skeptical

The Cambodian government has claimed a milestone in its fight against the scam industry accused of stealing billions of dollars from victims around the world, with officials saying

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Trump to meet refiners, fuel retailers as Iran war boosts gas prices ahead of midterms, sources say

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Oil settles lower on clues about Fed policy, rumors of Hormuz deal

Oil prices settled lower on Friday, also down for the week as traders evaluated hints about the U.S.

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Black lung rates soar in Appalachia, residents say more needs to be done

Black lung rates soar in Appalachia, residents say more needs to be done

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Trump signs executive order to change Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday afternoon to change the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America,” his latest escalation as he engages in a tense trade war with Canada. During the signing, he said, “We have a gulf and we have a lake. Now, all we need is an ocean."

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Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war, but 6 months later he claims he's in no hurry

President Donald Trump marks an awkward moment in his second White House term as the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran reaches the six-month mark

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Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo spreads to 2 new health zones with a total of 60 areas now affected

Congo government figures show that the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has spread to two new health zones in eastern Congo

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Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh stays quiet on interest rates but calls inflation ‘concerning’

Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh stays quiet on interest rates but calls inflation ‘concerning’

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Japan spent record $96.5 billion to support yen over past month, ministry data shows

Japanese authorities spent a record 15.4 trillion yen ($96.5 billion) intervening in foreign exchange markets over the past month to support the local

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UN refugee agency scales back posts and budget for 2027, documents show

The U.N. refugee agency has scaled back its budget by 16% and lowered its official headcount by around 3,500 as it adapts to new financial constraints at a

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India's July industrial output growth slows to 6.7% y/y as mining contracts

India's industrial output growth slowed to 6.7% year-on-year in July, data showed on Friday, as mining activity contracted, with growth in manufacturing

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Global equity funds snap 13-week inflow streak

Global equity funds snapped a 13-week streak of inflows in the week ended August 26, as investors turned cautious ahead of an earnings report from AI heavyweight Nvidia and

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Bank of Canada to hold rates for another year, wait for more stability on trade: Reuters poll

The Bank of Canada will keep its overnight rate at 2.25% on Wednesday and leave it unchanged for at least another year, according to a Reuters poll of

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Marvell selloff deepens as investors seek clarity on Google AI deal payoff

Chip designer Marvell Technology's shares fell more than 8% to $221.6 in early trading on Friday as investors looked beyond the company's solid results in search of

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Immigration enforcement is supplying a long-standing economic market for prisoners

Rural places have long built and expanded prisons to tap federal funds during hard times.

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China hands ex-Hubei party chief suspended death sentence for bribery

A Chinese court on Friday handed Jiang Chaoliang, former party boss of the central province of Hubei, a suspended death sentence over corruption and said he took in bribes

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Iran war drives US transport fuel surcharges, but also industry profits 

U.S. retailers, manufacturers and small businesses are paying hefty fuel surcharges to ship their goods, not only as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran

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Judge blocks rule implementing Trump plan to restrict mail-in voting

A federal judge on Thursday blocked the U.S.

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Trump administration seeks to restrict internships for international students

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After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame - a costly stalemate

The Iran war has reached its endgame: a costly stalemate.

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Making the Fed more accountable to Congress and the public may be just what it needs to fend off Trump’s threats to its independence

The Federal Reserve is much more powerful than it was 20 years ago, which has prompted calls for a reset in how it answers to Congress and the public.

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Didi plans to invest over $200 million in Argentina, manager says

Chinese ride-hailing company Didi Global expects to invest more than $200 million in Argentina this year to launch new services in smaller cities

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Dispute over cheese names causes stumbling block in US-Mexico trade negotiations

What's in a cheese name?

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What is Radiant World and why is it in the news?

Commodity trader Radiant World is under scrutiny as counterparties have stopped doing business with it following news that authorities are investigating a report it provided

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Russian drones batter Ukraine's Kyiv region, hitting apartments and warehouses for a second day

Russian forces have resumed drone attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv region that hit numerous buildings and storage depots

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After King Harald V’s death, what comes next for Norway’s scandal-prone royals?

After King Harald V’s death, what comes next for Norway’s scandal-prone royals?

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Democrats and Republicans draw battle lines for November's general election with primaries ending

A political transition is underway during the late days of summer

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Young adults under 21 traded $5 billion on Kalshi this year, amid prediction market frenzy

Young adults under 21 traded $5 billion on Kalshi this year, amid prediction market frenzy

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Italy business and consumer confidence rise in August

Italian business and consumer confidence rose in August, data showed on Friday, in a positive sign for the prospects of the euro zone's third largest economy.

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German chemical industry mood turns positive for first time in four years, Ifo says

Germany's chemical industry saw a sharp improvement in business sentiment in August, with companies turning positive on current conditions for

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On islands key to Taiwan's defense, troops prepare for a Chinese first strike

In the pre-dawn darkness on an island in the Taiwan Strait, Taiwanese troops earlier this month pulled long, gleaming 105mm shells from

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French preliminary inflation at 2.7% in August

The rise in French consumer prices accelerated in August, preliminary data from statistics agency INSEE showed on Friday.

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Extensive power cuts hamper life in Sudan

Sudanese welder Shannan Mohammed has been building furniture for a family in Omdurman little by little as constant blackouts interrupt his work.

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German unemployment rises slightly less than expected in August

The number of unemployed people in Germany rose slightly less than expected in August, labour office figures showed on Friday.

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Congo's president calls for national dialogue to ease tensions, rebels excluded

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has unveiled plans for a national dialogue aimed at easing political tensions, which have risen over a bill that

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Kimberly-Clark seeks EU approval for $40 billion Kenvue deal

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Flat French growth in the second quarter puts outlook at risk

French growth flatlined in the second quarter, the national statistics agency said on Friday, revising down a preliminary reading and casting doubt on the outlook for the

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European shares rise as French stocks rebound; markets digest Warsh speech

European shares rose on Friday, as French stocks rebounded from the previous session's selloff, while investors assessed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin

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Japan aims to cap FY27 new bond issuance at 40 trillion yen, PM says in Yomiuri interview

Japan's government aims to keep new government bond issuance to around 40 trillion yen ($251 billion) for the fiscal 2027 budget,

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Six months and counting

From the Editor U.S. President Donald Trump originally said the Iran war would last four to five weeks, but we’re now hitting the six-month mark.

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Le Pen seeks to woo French business leaders at first presidential debate

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen sought to woo France's business leaders on

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A tiny nordic nation weighs moving closer to Europe under the shadow of Trump

A tiny nordic nation weighs moving closer to Europe under the shadow of Trump