Fed likely to cut rates before ECB blinks, former BOE member says
The Federal Reserve is likely to cut rates before the European Central Bank does, a…
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What will the future bring between Hezbollah and Israel?
Analysts believe an escalation is imminent, but views vary on how things will go.
China will remain the world’s No. 1 growth driver, says the Asian Development Bank
China will remain the largest growth engine for the world economy in spite of its…
Trudeau says China tried to meddle in Canada elections
Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau said election results were not affected and it was ‘improbable’ Beijing preferred…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 777
As the war enters its 777th day, these are the main developments.
Myanmar troops retreat to Thai border bridge after days of fighting
Deteriorating situation in Myawaddy adds to pressure on generals who seized power in a 2021…
Press freedom group says representative denied entry to Hong Kong
Reporters Without Borders says advocacy officer detained for six hours before being deported.
Biden ‘considering’ Australian request to drop case against Assange
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says US president’s comments encouraging.
South Korea’s Yoon left humbled by opposition election landslide
President Yoon Suk-yeol promises changes, top aides quit, after opposition parties sweep National Assembly elections.
Singapore tightens rules for expat workers with an eye on local discontent
The city-state is raising the salary threshold for foreigners to get a work permit amid…
China’s commercial property segment is seeing some bright spots amid a slump in the wider realty sector
China’s commercial property sector is seeing pockets of demand amid an overall real estate slump.
Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe blasts impending criminal charges
Prosecutors announced this week they intended to pursue the right-wing Uribe on charges of witness…
What’s behind Germany’s unwavering support for Israel?
Germany is one of the staunchest backers of Israel’s war on Gaza.
Activists spray paint UK’s Ministry of Defence building red
Protesting Britain’s arms sales to Israel, activists spray painted the UK’s Ministry of Defence building…
Israeli attack kills three sons of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh
An Israeli air attack on a Gaza refugee camp has killed three sons and grandchildren…
Trump Media director accused of ‘hacking’ files in attempted corporate ‘coup’: lawsuit
Two firms in a federal civil lawsuit accuse Trump Media board member Eric Swider of…
The ‘supercore’ inflation measure shows Fed may have a real problem on its hands
Bringing down inflation is being frustrated by sticky services prices. Experts say the Fed may…
Biden, Japan leader Kishida announce stronger defence ties in state visit
China, nuclear fusion, space and cherry trees were on agenda for the fifth official state…
Consumer prices rose 3.5% from a year ago in March, more than expected
The consumer price index in March was expected to increase 3.4% from a year ago,…
Fed wants more confidence that inflation is moving toward 2% target, meeting minutes indicate
The Fed released the minutes from its March meeting.
