Microsoft’s Mistral partnership avoids merger probe by British regulators
The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority cleared Microsoft’s AI partnership with Mistral of regulatory concerns…
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French police kill man suspected of setting fire to synagogue in Rouen
Local prosecutor says two investigations into arson attempt and death of unidentified suspect are under…
Russia’s Putin eyes greater support from China for Ukraine war effort
In a visit also focused on trade, the Russian leader hails the partnership with China…
Israel rejects South Africa’s ICJ plea for Rafah attack halt
Israel has told the International Court of Justice it rejects South Africa’s attempt to stop…
China pledges $42 billion in a slew of measures to support the struggling property sector
Chinese authorities on Friday pledged new support for state-owned enterprises to enable them to buy…
As Israel attacked Gaza’s north, 26 members of his family were wiped out
Surviving Assalia family members are trying to flee Jabalia as Israeli forces return – but…
Chinese EV maker Xpeng aims to deliver its first flying car in 2026
Xpeng AeroHT, introduced the Land Aircraft Carrier, a large truck with a detachable flying two-seater…
South Korean military says North Korea test-fired ‘ballistic missiles’
The launches come a day after the United States and South Korea conducted joint fighter…
Two officers killed in suspected JI attack on Malaysian police station
The incident took place in the southern state of Johor in the early hours of…
Colombia hunts for assailants after Bogota prison director shot dead
Elmer Fernandez’s killing comes after an emergency was declared in February to curb a surge…
Shares of Cartier owner Richemont climb 6% on record full-year sales, new CEO
Shares of Swiss luxury group Richemont climbed as much as 6.3% Friday after it reported…
Does India risk US sanctions over Iran’s Chabahar Port deal?
The port deal could help India strengthen trade ties with Central Asia. But a US…
The misogyny of the anti-protest
Our reaction to the students who are protesting what they see as genocide in real…
Rare deep-sea squid filmed by scientists
A rare deep-sea squid with ‘headlights’ was filmed by scientists at a depth of more…
FIFA delays decision on Palestinian request to ban Israel amid Gaza war
Governing body to seek legal advice after calls for Israel’s ‘immediate’ suspension from international football.
What is the US floating pier off Gaza? Will it work?
A floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza has been criticised as a distraction from…
CNBC’s Inside India newsletter: What’s next for India’s regulators?
One area that has caught regulators’ attention is the rapidly growing derivatives market, particularly futures and…
Republicans in US House pass bill pushing Biden to send weapons to Israel
The act is not expected to become law, but its passage shows the depth of…
ECB board member reportedly cautions against back-to-back rate cuts, cites ‘risk of easing prematurely’
European Central Bank board member Isabel Schnabel warned against back-to-back rate cuts amid continued inflation…
China is a ‘critical’ global supplier, full decoupling may be impossible, survey shows
Chinese companies are growing more optimistic about a rise in trade exports as firms show…
