Saudi Arabia slashes growth forecasts, sees wider budget deficits
Saudi Arabia’s real GDP is expected to grow 0.8% this year, a dramatic drop from…
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Meet Fatima Sana – Pakistan’s new fast-bowling cricket captain
From playing cricket on Karachi’s streets to leading Pakistan at the World Cup, 22-year-old Sana’s…
Israeli forces launch ground offensive in Lebanon as markets eye escalation
Israel has launched a ground incursion into Lebanese territory, escalating its military campaign against the…
Rutte declares Ukraine ‘top priority’ as he takes over as NATO head
Former Dutch PM to lead military bloc amid increasing global tensions over wars in Ukraine,…
Israeli bombardment kills at least 31 in Gaza
The renewed surge in strikes on Gaza comes as Israel launches a ground offensive in…
Lebanon’s government faces fallout from Israel-Hezbollah fighting
Zeina Khodr explains how Lebanon’s government is having to deal with the fallout from Israel…
Mastercard to buy Swedish startup that makes it easier to manage and cancel subscription plans
The payments giant touted the deal as a way to help consumers with a key…
Charles Schwab CEO Walt Bettinger to retire at end of 2024, Rick Wurster to replace him
After 16 years leading the brokerage firm, Bettinger will be replaced by an internal CEO…
India’s batting blitz yields stunning win over Bangladesh in rain-hit Test
India bowled out Bangladesh for 146 and then raced to 98-3 in 17.2 overs in…
A historic strike is underway at U.S. ports — and the impact on global supply chains could be huge
A massive dockworker strike at seaports on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts is expected…
Vance and Walz to face off in US vice presidential debate: What to know
Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz is going head-to-head against his Republican counterpart JD Vance in…
With shares at 10-year lows, Assassin’s Creed maker Ubisoft faces questions over its future
Gaming firm Ubisoft is facing questions over its future amid a lackluster games pipeline and…
Israel attacks Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon
Video shows the first moments after an Israeli air attack hit Ein el-Hilweh, Lebanon’s largest…
US out of step as world reacts to Israel’s ground offensive into Lebanon
The UAE, Japan and Qatar call for restraint amid Israel’s expanded military operations, but Washington…
Hezbollah has been dealt a heavy blow, but it can still win against Israel
The Israeli ground invasion may even give it a tactical advantage.
Japanese parliament confirms Ishiba as new PM
Parliament confirms Shigeru Ishiba’s appointment after he won contest to lead ruling LDP party.
Video: ‘We just want peace’ say Lebanese fleeing to Cyprus
Lebanese civilians have been flying overseas including these people landing in Cyprus due to the…
NATO’s new chief will have to confront threats outside the alliance — and within
As Mark Rutte becomes NATO’s new General Secretary, his leadership skills will be put to…
Euro zone inflation falls to 1.8% in September, below the European Central Bank’s 2% target
Euro zone inflation fell to 1.8%, below the European Central Bank’s target rate, in September,…
Video: Israel’s army reports ‘intense fighting’ in southern Lebanon
An Israeli army spokesperson says intense fighting is taking place against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
