Democrats set 2024 convention in Chicago; Biden eyes re-election
US President Joe Biden, 80, continues to signal intent to run for re-election, but he…
Month: April 2023
Germany expels Chad’s ambassador in tit-for-tat move
Germany’s action comes a week after Chad expelled its ambassador from N’djamena for ‘non-respect of…
Banks in ‘more precarious situation’ creating risks for global growth, IMF chief economist warns
Banks may pull back on lending, clouding the growth outlook — but central banks should…
Taliban ban on women has forced UN into ‘appalling choice’
UN says negative consequences of the crisis for Afghan people will be the responsibility of…
Kenya presidency rules out default as cash crunch delays salaries
Kenya’s annual interest payments on domestic debt alone have surged from $1.34bn to $5.09bn in…
IMF cuts GDP forecasts, says global economy heading for weakest growth since 1990
The IMF said that five years from now, global growth is expected to be around…
Millions of plastic pellets flooding beaches on English coast
‘It does not disappear’: Activists remove non-biodegradable microplastics from a Cornwall beach.
Japanese trading houses rise as Warren Buffett raises stakes and says he may buy more
Buffett said he was “very proud” of these investments and that he plans to meet…
Fears of ‘unparalleled’ disruption as UK doctors launch strike
Up to a quarter of a million appointments could be postponed in the longest stoppage…
Yellen to push for ‘speedy’ action on Zambia, Ghana debt relief
A record number of developing nations are at risk of a debt crisis, as ballooning…
China releases rules for generative AI like ChatGPT after Alibaba, Baidu launch services
The Cyberspace Administration of China’s draft rules on generative AI come after tech giants Alibaba…
CNBC Daily Open: Bitcoin breaches $30,000 as the economy slows
Markets were mostly unchanged Monday, though bitcoin breached $30,000. Investors are waiting for bank earnings…
What does the ‘status quo’ mean at Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque?
The status quo of Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque compound is why a single police raid can…
Australia reaches deal with China to settle barley dispute
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australia will suspend WTO complaint after China agreed to review…
Japanese trading houses rise as Warren Buffett says he plans on buying more
Buffett said he was “very proud” of these investments and that he plans to meet…
Bitcoin tops $30,000 for the first time since June ahead of key inflation data; ether nears $2,000
Bitcoin topped the key psychological level of $30,000 as investors awaited key inflation data later…
Indonesia’s war on secondhand clothes riles local sellers
Jakarta is cracking down on used clothing imports after reports of items donated for recycling…
Warren Buffett-backed BYD announces new shock absorption tech for premium EVs
Electric vehicle giant BYD is banking on new driver-assist technology to smooth out car rides…
Expelled Nashville lawmaker returned to Tennessee legislature
The Metro Nashville Council has voted unanimously to reappoint Justin Jones, 28, to his seat…
US formally deems WSJ reporter ‘wrongfully detained’ in Russia
Washington renews call for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, who is being held by…
