UK inflation picks up after July surge in household energy bills
China seen holding loan rates steady in August despite economic weakness
China's youth jobless rate hits 11-month high in July
Swiss voters look set to reject proposal to change neutrality, poll shows
Dancing robots, dumping bonds
Power surge fuels record-tying night for Brewers in 22-0 rout of Mariners
Crow-Armstrong makes MLB history, Bregman give Cubs another walk-off win over White Sox, 4-3
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Trump’s new intelligence chief takes over an office in turmoil
Trump’s new intelligence chief takes over an office in turmoil
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Ford joins GM in raising profit outlook as wealthy buyers keep truck demand humming
Ford Motor on Tuesday raised its annual profit outlook for a second time this year, following rival GM's move last week, citing "resilient" customers who
July 29, 2026
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Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots, to protect US AI buildout
The Trump administration on Tuesday unveiled bans that target imports of new Chinese robots and power inverters, seeking to
July 29, 2026
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Trump says he does not care about USMCA as US, Canada plan trade talks
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Minnesota IT officials disclose 'coordinated cyberattack' at more than 30 local water systems
A "coordinated cyberattack" targeted more than 30 community water systems in the U.S. state of Minnesota on July 26 and July 27, the state's IT agency said in a
July 29, 2026
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Top US oil trade group opposes Hormuz tolls after Gulf-backed voluntary fee proposal
The American Petroleum Institute opposes tolls or transit fees for vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz, the top U.S. oil industry trade
July 29, 2026
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UK's NIESR nudges up growth forecast, warns of persistent inflation
Britain's economy has been more resilient than anticipated after the energy price shock caused by the Iran war, but inflation will stay above the Bank of England's target
July 29, 2026
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US Senate confirms Trump nominee Clayton as nation's top spy
U.S. Senate Republicans on Tuesday confirmed President Donald Trump's nominee, Manhattan U.S.
July 29, 2026
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Large majority of US Senate votes to advance Russia sanctions, voting continues
A large majority of the U.S.
July 29, 2026
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Peru's Fujimori takes power, extending Latin America's rightward tilt
Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru's president on Tuesday, becoming the latest in a string of conservative leaders elected across Latin
July 28, 2026
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The Latest: US military says it has thwarted an Iranian missile attack on American troops
The U.S. military says Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at American forces in the Middle East on Tuesday
July 28, 2026
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Former Golden Globes owners sue Penske Media alleging fraud in acquisition of awards show
Members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association have sued Penske Media and others, claiming they engaged in fraud to acquire the Golden Globe Awards
July 29, 2026
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Netanyahu praises first meeting with Trump since launching the Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he had an “excellent” meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House
July 28, 2026
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Recent fighting with Iran further draws down key US air defense stockpiles, analysis says
A Washington think tank says recent fighting with Iran has used up more of the U.S. military’s stockpiles of advanced air defense systems
July 29, 2026
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Voters outside Peru defined this year’s razor-thin election. It’s part of an ongoing trend in Latin America
Voters outside Peru defined this year’s razor-thin election. It’s part of an ongoing trend in Latin America
July 29, 2026
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Logitech beats forecasts after US tariff refund
Logitech International reported better-than-expected quarterly sales and profit on Tuesday, helped by a big refund of tariffs imposed under U.S.
July 29, 2026
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Coursera backs co-founder Andrew Ng's new AI education firm with $100 million investment
Andrew Ng, co-founder of online learning platform Coursera, on Tuesday announced a new artificial intelligence startup focused on teaching white-
July 29, 2026
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Trump mourns Lindsey Graham as war hawk, golfing buddy at Washington funeral
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July 28, 2026
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Seagate forecasts upbeat quarter on strong AI-driven storage demand
Seagate Technology forecast quarterly revenue and profit above estimates on Tuesday, as the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure fuels robust demand for its high-capacity hard disk
July 29, 2026
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Trading Day: A show of resilience
European and U.S. stock markets on Tuesday shrugged off a deep slump in Asia earlier in the day, following another sharp fall in oil prices and
July 29, 2026
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Resilient tourists help US travel firms absorb Middle East shock
Early earnings reports show travel companies, from hotel chains to cruise operators, have relied on resilient U.S. business and leisure demand, coupled with a
July 29, 2026
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Visa tops profit estimates on resilient spending, World Cup travel
Visa on Tuesday beat estimates for quarterly profit as steady consumer spending and the World Cup-fueled travel demand boosted payment volumes, signaling
July 29, 2026
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Trump administration to end Medicare premium subsidy program
The Trump administration will end a subsidy program, meant to keep premiums stable for Medicare prescription drug plans, after 2026, the Centers for
July 29, 2026
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Oreo maker Mondelez beats second-quarter estimates on steady demand
Cadbury parent Mondelez International beat Wall Street estimates for second-quarter revenue and profit on Tuesday, helped by steady demand for biscuits and chocolates in key
July 29, 2026
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Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to use Hormuz
Oman has presented Iran with a plan backed by Gulf states to manage the Strait of Hormuz, including collecting voluntary fees for using it
July 28, 2026
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AT&T closes $23 billion deal to acquire spectrum from Echostar
AT&T on Tuesday said it completed its $23 billion acquisition of some wireless spectrum licenses from EchoStar under a deal announced in August 2025.
July 29, 2026
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Elon Musk launches invite-only X Money with a Visa debit card, 6% yield and real-time transfers
Elon Musk's social media company X, previously Twitter, has launched X Money, a bank account-like service for users to send money to each other
July 29, 2026
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ICE arrests at US airports are happening more frequently, attorneys say. Here’s what we know
ICE arrests at US airports are happening more frequently, attorneys say. Here’s what we know
July 29, 2026
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Keiko Fujimori is inaugurated as Peru's president following a narrow election victory
Keiko Fujimori has been sworn in as Peru’s president after a narrow victory in the June runoff election
July 28, 2026
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Lawsuit claims US civil rights agency has halted all federal-sector class complaints
A labor union and two female prison employees filed a lawsuit Tuesday accusing a U.S. civil rights agency of unlawfully halting their sexual harassment case as part of wider order to indefinitely suspend proceedings in all federal-sector class claims
July 29, 2026
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5 states offer to accept nuclear waste in exchange for help developing nuclear energy
Five states have agreed to accept nuclear waste from around the country in exchange for federal help to develop nuclear energy and create thousands of jobs
July 29, 2026
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Wall Street's flip from AI to less-loved stocks accelerates, while oil prices keep easing
Most U.S. stocks rose after Coca-Cola and other companies reported stronger profits for the spring than analysts expected
July 28, 2026
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Wildfires darken the clouds over France's Bordeaux wine industry
Wildfires burning outside Bordeaux are underscoring the climate challenges facing France's largest wine region, where producers are grappling with
July 28, 2026
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China in touch with Yemen's Houthis to allow ships to sail through Red Sea, sources say
China has held direct talks with Yemen's Houthi movement to enable its tankers to sail through the
July 28, 2026
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US stocks mixed ahead key tech earnings, Fed
U.S. stocks were mixed on Tuesday ahead of key corporate earnings releases and the Federal Reserve's highly anticipated interest rate decision
July 28, 2026
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FIFA plans to sell stakes in $20 billion subsidiary to run World Cup, angering UEFA
FIFA said on Tuesday it plans to create a $20 billion subsidiary to run the World Cup and its other events and will offer stakes of up to 20% in it to
July 28, 2026
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US agency proposes accelerated approval for commercial space missions
The U.S. aviation regulator on Tuesday proposed new rules to speed up approval of commercial space missions like SpaceX's rocket and satellite
July 29, 2026
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eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to couple sent cockroaches, bloody pig mask
eBay agreed to pay nearly $50 million to Massachusetts journalists David and Ina Steiner under a newly finalized settlement resolving a lawsuit over a 2019 cyberstalking campaign carried out by former company employees
July 29, 2026
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Hundreds gather in-person and online in opposition to proposed Tooele data center
Hundreds gather in-person and online in opposition to proposed Tooele data center
July 29, 2026
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Apple briefly tops $5 trillion market value for first time
Apple's market capitalization briefly surpassed $5 trillion for the first time on Tuesday, making it only the second company ever to achieve that milestone after Nvidia.
July 28, 2026
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Mexico to pay Vulcan Materials less than 1% of arbitration claim
Mexico's government said it will compensate Vulcan Materials less than 1% of the $1.7 billion compensation the U.S. quarrying firm sought in international arbitration
July 28, 2026
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Democratic socialism is poorly understood as Michigan contest looms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
American leftists aligned with the democratic socialist movement have been defeating moderate Democrats in primary elections this year but large swaths
July 28, 2026
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Three Russian Black Sea terminals restrict grain intake by truck amid shipping risks, sources say
Three major Russian Black Sea grain export terminals have restricted grain deliveries by truck amid rising shipping risks in the Black Sea and increased flows following
July 28, 2026
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Pentair falls as pool equipment destocking hits sales; to buy Taco Group for $1.4 billion
Water technology firm Pentair posted a fall in second-quarter sales on Tuesday, hurt by weak housing demand leading to pool channel destocking in the U.S., sending its shares down
July 28, 2026
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S&P 500 ends higher as investors await tech earnings
The S&P 500 ended higher on Tuesday as gains in Boeing and Coca-Cola helped offset tumbling chip stocks ahead of quarterly reports from Apple and other tech
July 28, 2026
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BIS says AI boom risks clouding central banks' inflation signals
The artificial intelligence boom could make it significantly harder for central banks to judge the state of the economy and set interest rates, as the
July 28, 2026
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Oil prices fall 5% to two-week low after several days without US-Iran strikes
Oil prices dropped about 5% on Tuesday to a two-week low, on cautious hopes that the pause in fighting between the United States and Iran will lead to talks to
July 28, 2026
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Shein discloses FTC probe in US, warns of significant payments
Shein, the online fast-fashion retailer, said its U.S. operations are under investigation by the U.S.
July 28, 2026
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Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica beats estimates as tariff refunds boost profit
Franco-Italian eyewear group EssilorLuxottica reported a 15% rise in first-half adjusted operating profit on Tuesday, comfortably
July 28, 2026
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FIFA plan for Kushner-backed $20 billion operation to run World Cup meets fury from Europe's UEFA
FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to create a $20 billion company running the World Cup with private investors including the Kushner family
July 28, 2026
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Hedge funds on track for another stellar year on AI boom
Global hedge funds are on track for another blockbuster year, as they look to surpass their returns from 2025 after an artificial intelligence boom buoyed
July 28, 2026
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US backs Madagascar rare earths project in push to loosen China's supply chain grip
The U.S. is
July 28, 2026
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Trump's diversity crackdown reverberates through US boardrooms
As U.S.
July 28, 2026
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US goods trade deficit shrinks, is still expected to weigh on Q2 GDP growth
The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed in June amid a broad decline in imports, but the improvement was probably insufficient to prevent trade from
July 28, 2026
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Hilton raises annual room revenue growth forecast on World Cup, travel demand
Hilton Worldwide Holdings raised its forecast for full-year room revenue growth on Tuesday betting on growing travel demand, especially among affluent
July 28, 2026
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GSK raises margin outlook, plots $2.5 billion restructuring to fast-track new drugs
GSK launched a £1.9 billion ($2.52 billion) cost-savings effort on Tuesday to help fund the British drugmaker's expanded late-stage
July 28, 2026
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Royal Caribbean raises annual profit forecast, flags modest booking hit from Middle East
Royal Caribbean raised its annual profit forecast on Tuesday after beating quarterly estimates, sending its shares up 5%, even as it factored in a modest hit
July 28, 2026
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Destroyed Aeon mall had just reopened for 'fresh start' a decade on from deadly quake
The Aeon mall destroyed in a post-quake explosion in southern Japan on Tuesday had just reopened last month as a new
July 28, 2026
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US consumer confidence eases in July
U.S. consumer confidence ebbed in July and households' perceptions of the labor market remained generally weak, a survey showed on Tuesday.
July 28, 2026
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Dollar eases as markets await Fed decision
The U.S. dollar slipped but remained near a one-month high on Tuesday, as traders weighed the prospect of a Federal Reserve interest-rate hike this
July 28, 2026
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France has seen its first 'fire-cloud'. What is it?
France is grappling with an unprecedented fire season that has led to the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people and dealt a blow to the economy during
July 28, 2026
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UK public inflation expectations ease further in July, survey shows
The British public's expectations for future inflation continued to fall in July, according to a survey from U.S. bank Citi and pollsters YouGov that could help to reduce
July 28, 2026
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Gucci sales decline slows in boost for Kering's turnaround efforts
Sales at Kering's flagship brand Gucci fell less than expected in the second quarter, as strong U.S. demand for its new handbags partly offset weaker
July 28, 2026
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China's chip tool push shows ASML caught in US-China squeeze
China's launch of a homegrown type of advanced lithography chip printing machine is spotlighting how European chip tool maker ASML, whose recent share
July 28, 2026
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UPS hikes full-year forecasts after Amazon delivery reductions, shares drop on investor skepticism
United Parcel Service lifted annual revenue and profit forecasts above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday as it returned to growth on strong
July 28, 2026
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Stranger fixes AC for disabled man after he goes a year without it: "I'm thankful"
Stranger fixes AC for disabled man after he goes a year without it: "I'm thankful"
July 28, 2026
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Woman says tenant changed locks, used fake sale agreement and kept her out for a year
Woman says tenant changed locks, used fake sale agreement and kept her out for a year
July 28, 2026
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The new Air Force One just got a big update - and price tag
The new Air Force One just got a big update - and price tag
July 28, 2026
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DNC Chair Ken Martin’s supporters dismiss concerns about the party’s debt and his leadership
DNC Chair Ken Martin’s supporters dismiss concerns about the party’s debt and his leadership
July 28, 2026
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High School's Student-Run Credit Union Inspires Next-Gen Financial Literacy
High School's Student-Run Credit Union Inspires Next-Gen Financial Literacy
July 28, 2026
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Americans' confidence in US economy falls as Iran conflict sends gas prices higher
Americans’ confidence in the economy fell this month as gas prices resumed their climb after the U.S. and Iran stepped up their fighting
July 28, 2026
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Will tough talk be enough? Fed Chair Warsh faces pressure to combat inflation
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep its key interest rate unchanged when it meets Wednesday, but chair Kevin Warsh is under increasing pressure to hike rates soon, a move that could provoke ire from President Donald Trump, who appointed him
July 28, 2026
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Centene flags weakening Medicaid membership, shares fall
Centene said on Tuesday it expects a larger dip in membership in its plans for lower-income individuals, leaving the health insurer with a sicker
July 28, 2026
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Corning falls over 20% after forecasting weaker-than-expected sales
Corning on Tuesday forecast third-quarter sales slightly short of Wall Street expectations after reporting slower growth in its key fiber optics unit.
July 28, 2026
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Thousands of children, sponsors arrested by ICE after tips from US child migrant agency
Aurora's 6-year-old daughter arrived at the U.S. border alone and spent more than half a year in a child migrant shelter while her mother, who was already in the
July 28, 2026
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Yum CEO faces first big test as Taco Bell outbreak clouds earnings
Yum Brands earnings on Thursday will offer the clearest view yet of whether a growing cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell has hit sales at the
July 28, 2026
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Amazon winds down most flagship AI models in strategy overhaul, Business Insider reports
Amazon.com is revamping its AI strategy, winding down many in-house AI models and sharpening focus on a new frontier-model effort, Business Insider reported on Tuesday citing
July 28, 2026
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DTE Energy tops quarterly profit estimates as energy trading unit shines
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July 28, 2026
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Boeing share price rises despite larger-than-expected Q2 loss from higher Air Force One costs
Boeing on Tuesday reported a larger-than-expected quarterly loss after taking a $280 million charge on its troubled Air Force One
July 28, 2026
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US single-family home prices increase in May, FHFA says
U.S. single-family house prices increased in May and could combine with higher mortgage rates to make home ownership even less affordable for most young people.
July 28, 2026
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Apple launches US device leasing program with Klarna
Apple on Tuesday launched a device leasing program in the U.S. through payments firm Klarna, offering customers monthly plans for iPhones, Macs, iPads and Apple Watches.
July 28, 2026
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S&P Global profit jumps, strikes datacenterHawk, Agusto deals
S&P Global reported a stronger second-quarter profit on Tuesday, as clients sought its ratings, indices, market intelligence and analytics products amid heightened geopolitical
July 28, 2026
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Italy's League says parliament will have final say on EU defence funds
Italy's League party, a member of the ruling coalition, said on Tuesday that any decision on whether to tap a European Union scheme to
July 28, 2026
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Persistently high inflation to nag global economy, say economists: Reuters poll
The prospect of persistently high inflation in the global economy is rising, according to a Reuters poll of nearly 500 economists who
July 28, 2026
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Coca-Cola hails World Cup hydration breaks as it lifts annual forecasts
While fans complained about World Cup hydration breaks slowing the pace of the games, top sponsor Coca-Cola was pleased with the boost they
July 28, 2026
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Nasdaq opens lower as AI worries mount ahead of pivotal earnings
The Nasdaq opened lower on Tuesday, mirroring a cautious mood across global markets toward AI chip stocks on concerns about hefty corporate spending and rising Chinese competition,
July 28, 2026
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Meta, BlackRock partner on $14 billion El Paso data center venture
Meta Platforms and the world's largest asset manager BlackRock on Tuesday announced a venture to develop and operate a data center campus in El Paso, Texas, a
July 28, 2026
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Oil prices fall 2% on hopes for US-Iran conflict easing
Oil prices slid about 2% to a one-week low on Tuesday on cautious hopes for a resolution to the Iran war as traders continued to assess developments in the Middle
July 28, 2026
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Market warning signals flare again as tech, inflation fears intensify
Several crucial market warning signals are close to crisis levels as investors grapple with high oil prices and Middle East
July 28, 2026
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Under pressure over China backers, Mercedes CEO pledges to defend US business
Mercedes-Benz's CEO pledged on Tuesday to shield its U.S. business from a possible sales ban, as concerns in Washington over the German carmaker's Chinese
July 28, 2026
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Brazil inflation nears target band, supporting more monetary easing
Brazil's 12-month inflation rate undershot forecasts and moved closer to the central bank's target range in its mid-July reading, official data showed
July 28, 2026
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Record seaweed blankets Mexico's Caribbean coast, threatening tourism and the environment
A record wave of brown, smelly seaweed is washing up on beaches along Mexico's Caribbean coast, forcing closures in top
July 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Textron tops results estimates, aviation productivity concerns weigh
Textron beat second-quarter profit and revenue estimates on Tuesday, owing to higher aircraft pricing, but productivity issues at its aviation unit weighed on
July 28, 2026
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JetBlue recaptures nearly half of fuel cost surge, beats Street estimates
JetBlue Airways on Tuesday reinstated its annual outlook, beat Street estimates and introduced a profit target for 2028 despite ongoing
July 28, 2026
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Visa to lay off 7% of staff as efficiency push deepens
Visa plans to cut 7% of its workforce, or about 2,600 jobs, a company spokesperson said on Tuesday, as the payments processor seeks to become more efficient, about
July 28, 2026
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Do bonds appreciate over time?
Bond prices can change in the short term, but they’re not the best way to generate long-term growth
July 27, 2026
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Workplaces look for cheaper AI as ‘tokenmaxxing’ fades as a corporate fad
A corporate fad of “tokenmaxxing” on artificial intelligence technology is hitting its limits as workplaces throwing AI at everything are seeing the costs rise without a similar spike in productivity
July 27, 2026
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Affordable housing often costs more to build than market-rate housing – Colorado is closing the gap
Lower land costs and new statewide housing reforms have made Colorado an outlier.
July 28, 2026
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Trump administration changes to ‘public charge’ rule could keep millions of immigrants – and their US citizen kids – from getting healthcare they need
A new policy could deny an immigration application based in part on the use of government benefits by a close relative.
July 28, 2026
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Apple will now let you lease your next iPhone or Mac instead of buying it
Apple will now let you lease your next iPhone or Mac instead of buying it
July 28, 2026
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Johnson & Johnson proposes $5.5 billion talc settlement to end marathon legal fight
Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay $5.5 billion to tie up remaining lawsuits that claim its talc products caused ovarian cancer
July 28, 2026
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Bar to Fed rate hike this week remains high even as markets see a chance
By Ann Saphir and Michael S.
July 28, 2026
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China hits back at criticism over excess industrial capacity as more US tariffs loom
China has rejected criticism that its huge trade surplus reflects excessive manufacturing capacity
July 28, 2026
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US bond market avoids big rate bets as inflation dims Fed outlook
Bond investors said they are heading into this week's Federal Reserve policy meeting cautiously positioned as inflation uncertainty clouds the
July 28, 2026
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Sports betting industry spending on US midterm elections surpasses $72 million
DraftKings, FanDuel and other online sports betting companies have ramped up election spending on the U.S. midterms to at least $72 million so far, the
July 28, 2026
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Kremlin says the government is monitoring situation with Wildberries retailer after Ukrainian attacks
The Kremlin said on Tuesday that the Russian government was monitoring the situation with e-commerce giant Wildberries after Ukrainian drone attacks on its warehouses
July 28, 2026
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China starts production of home-grown immersion DUV chipmaking tools, source says
China has begun mass producing domestically developed immersion deep-ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines, a technology crucial to advanced chipmaking,
July 28, 2026
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German economy likely showed some resilience to war in Q2, Bundesbank says
The German economy likely grew modestly in the second quarter, despite headwinds from the war in the Middle East, as its vast industrial sector remained relatively
July 28, 2026
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Family-owned companies have big appetites for US snack M&A
Family-owned food companies are stocking up on U.S. snack companies, which are warming to the idea of private backers - many of them overseas -
July 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
PayPal presses on with turnaround in pivotal quarter as sale questions linger
PayPal doubled down on its turnaround plan on Tuesday, raising its 2026 profit forecast and outlining cost-saving steps, as it looks to convince investors that it is
July 28, 2026
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UK's Labour Party catches Reform in polls after Burnham becomes PM
Britain's governing Labour Party has caught up with, or overtaken, Nigel Farage's populist Reform UK in the polls, according to three different surveys
July 28, 2026
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Chip rout snowballs
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The chip stock correction snowballed again overnight amid growing
July 28, 2026
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Fitch warns AI market correction emerging as major global credit risk
The AI boom and the risk of a correction are emerging as major global credit risks, ratings agency Fitch has warned, adding to growing concerns that soaring
July 28, 2026
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Oman proposes Hormuz management system with voluntary fees, source says
Oman has presented a proposal to Iran for joint regional management of the Strait of Hormuz with shipping
July 28, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
India's June industrial output grows fastest in nearly two years on manufacturing boost
India's industrial output grew 7.3% in June, its fastest pace since July 2024, data showed on Tuesday, driven by strong manufacturing activity on
July 28, 2026
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Cost cuts help Mercedes stabilise profit but China woes loom
Mercedes-Benz posted a higher profit in the second quarter helped by tough cost cuts, pushing its shares up on Tuesday, but intense Chinese competition
July 28, 2026
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AMD signs AI data center deal with Core Scientific
AMD on Tuesday signed a deal with Core Scientific to secure up to 2.5 gigawatts of data center capacity as the chip firm expands infrastructure to meet growing demand for AI
July 28, 2026
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BetMGM cuts outlook as prediction market competition grows
U.S. online gambling operator BetMGM on Tuesday downgraded its annual outlook for the second time this year and pushed back its target of reaching $500 million in profit, as
July 28, 2026
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Skippy peanut butter maker Hormel Foods names insider John Ghingo as CEO
Hormel Foods on Tuesday named insider and industry veteran John Ghingo as CEO, as the Skippy peanut-butter maker looks to drive growth and modernize operations amid a challenging
July 28, 2026
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Several feared trapped in collapsed shopping mall after Japan quake
Several feared trapped in collapsed shopping mall after Japan quake
July 28, 2026
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You can turn part of your retirement savings into a paycheck for life. But it takes careful planning
You can turn part of your retirement savings into a paycheck for life. But it takes careful planning
July 28, 2026
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Democrat's TV ad targets data centers in drive to oust Republican from swing Pennsylvania House seat
Democrat Paige Cognetti is taking a shot at artificial intelligence data centers in her challenge to Republican congressman Rob Bresnahan, saying “we are not for sale” in a TV ad in a swing Pennsylvania district
July 28, 2026
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Kevin Warsh can’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Kevin Warsh can’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz
July 28, 2026
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LVMH fails to reassure on luxury recovery, shares fall
Shares in LVMH slipped 1.5% on Tuesday after the French luxury giant's second-quarter results failed to reassure investors that a broader recovery in luxury demand was firmly
July 28, 2026
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Spain's unemployment rate falls to 9.87% in Q2, lowest in 18 years
Spain's unemployment rate fell back below 10% in the second quarter of 2026, reaching its lowest level since 2008 even as the labour force rose
July 28, 2026
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Protesters storm key energy complex in Libya during demonstrations over power outages
Protesters have stormed a key energy complex in western Libya during an ongoing anti-government demonstrations over power outages
July 28, 2026
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High-tech manufacturing hubs pull ahead in China's uneven growth
China's regional growth data underscored the uneven nature of the country's economic transition in the first half of 2026, as provinces at the
July 28, 2026
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Israel's yellow line, a shifting edge of war pushing Gazans from home
On a road in Gaza City's Zeitoun district, Palestinian resident Assem Dawla loaded mattresses and bags onto a truck as concrete
July 28, 2026
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European shares rise as Unilever lifts consumer stocks
European shares rose for a third straight session on Tuesday, as strong results from Unilever helped lift consumer-focused stocks
July 28, 2026
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Google rivals line up seeking damages after record $1 billion EU fine
A decades-long crackdown on Google's business practices in Europe is entering a costly new phase, as the loss of the first case
July 28, 2026
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AI is making your life more expensive. Here’s how
AI is making your life more expensive. Here’s how
July 28, 2026
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BHP, Port Hedland union wage talks end without deal, more talks planned
Wage negotiations between BHP and unions representing Port Hedland workers at the miner's iron ore operations wound up on Tuesday without agreement, with more talks
July 28, 2026
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Philips falls 9% as weak orders, China concerns overshadow outlook hike
Philips shares fell 9% on Tuesday after the healthcare technology group reported weaker-than-expected orders and warned of a more challenging
July 28, 2026
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Stellantis sells car-sharing business as CEO Filosa focuses on core auto-making
Stellantis has agreed to sell its Free2move car-sharing unit to German investment company Mutares, the automaker said on Tuesday, as CEO Antonio Filosa continues efforts to
July 28, 2026
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Bab el-Mandeb shipping rises amid hopes of resolution in US-Iran war
The number of vessels passing through Bab el-Mandeb rose to 28 on Monday, a four-day high, while traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained low,
July 28, 2026
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Citi expands Asia FX options desk with three senior trader hires in Singapore
Citigroup has appointed three senior traders to its foreign exchange options desk in Singapore as it seeks to boost its regional market-making and risk management
July 28, 2026
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Chips jolted as momentum shifts in AI
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Chip stocks tanked across Asia on Tuesday, spooked by the twin threats of rising Chinese competition and mounting questions
July 28, 2026
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Australia's sudden housing chill seeps into economy
Australia's housing market is suffering its worst slowdown since the pandemic as rising borrowing costs and a sharp reversal in tax breaks
July 28, 2026
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Iran's foreign minister discusses security of Strait of Hormuz with Saudi, Omani counterparts
Iran's foreign minister discussed issues related to the security of the Strait of Hormuz in separate phone calls with his Saudi and Omani counterparts on Monday evening,
July 28, 2026
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Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
July 28, 2026
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RBA's chief unsure if more rate hikes needed to tame inflation
Australia's central bank chief on Tuesday warned that underlying inflation remained too high and a further slowdown in domestic demand may be required to tame prices,
July 28, 2026
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Asian chip stocks slide as China competition fears rattle AI trade
Asian semiconductor stocks tumbled on Tuesday, with South Korea leading the regional selloff, as investors questioned
July 28, 2026
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India economic growth to slow sharply as weak investment, oil shock weigh: Reuters poll
India's economic growth is expected to slow sharply this fiscal year from last year's robust expansion and recover only modestly the
July 28, 2026
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USTR's Greer says Trump's latest tariffs won't have an economic impact
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July 28, 2026
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South Korea may cap leveraged ETF investments for retail investors, media reports say
South Korea's top financial regulator said on Tuesday that authorities would consider a cap on single-stock leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETF) investments for retail
July 28, 2026
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J&J reaches sweeping talc deal that could end decade of litigation
Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would pay an estimated $5.5 billion to resolve
July 28, 2026
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Newly released Biden audio recordings include references to ‘classified’ material and struggles with memory
Newly released Biden audio recordings include references to ‘classified’ material and struggles with memory
July 28, 2026
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Irish consumer sentiment slips in July on cost-of-living concerns
Irish consumer sentiment fell slightly in July on concerns about the cost of living, a survey showed on Tuesday.
July 28, 2026
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UK shop prices rise by least since December, BRC says
Average prices at British retailers rose by an annual 0.9% this month, the smallest increase since December 2025, as the men's soccer world cup triggered supermarket
July 28, 2026
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State official outlines proposed federal cuts to Colorado River water for Arizona, California and Nevada
A U.S. plan for sharing the waters of the drought-stricken Colorado River would require Arizona, California and Nevada to cut their water use by a fifth in the next
July 28, 2026
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Brazil requests WTO consultations over US tariffs
Brazil has requested consultations with the U.S. under the World Trade Organization's dispute settlement system over tariffs announced by the Trump administration this
July 28, 2026
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US looks to boost anti-China spending worldwide by hundreds of millions, documents say
The Trump administration is preparing to ramp up funding by hundreds of millions of dollars for programs designed to counter China’s growing influence worldwide
July 28, 2026
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Zelenskiy to meet US senators, Russia sanctions vote expected
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July 28, 2026
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Watchdog finds staffing, guidance gaps in transfer of USAID programs
The U.S. State Department's hurried takeover of aid programs from the shuttered U.S.
July 28, 2026
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Oil plunges, stocks 'n' bonds shrug
Oil prices tumbled on Monday as the U.S. and Iran swapped attacks on each other for dialogue, while Wall Street and Treasuries traded in much
July 28, 2026
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Houthis pushing to model Iran's Hormuz control in Red Sea, Yemeni FM says
Yemen's Houthi Movement aims to replicate Iran's Hormuz Strait strategy in the Red Sea by disrupting shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb and has been emboldened
July 28, 2026
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Trump admin's proposed prediction market rule faces public pushback
Lawmakers, Native American tribes, consumer advocates and others are voicing strong opposition to the Trump administration's plans to regulate sports and other wagering
July 28, 2026
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Nucor beats quarterly results on strong pricing, demand
Nucor beat Wall Street estimates for second-quarter profit and revenue on Monday, helped by higher pricing and strong volumes in its steel mills segment.
July 28, 2026
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Boston Scientific unveils new restructuring plan, expects job cuts
Boston Scientific's board has approved a new company-wide restructuring plan aimed at cutting costs and to better position the company for future growth, the medical device maker
July 28, 2026
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Pentagon says it will not finish spending Ukraine funds until year Trump leaves office, source says
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July 28, 2026
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Fact check: Trump is approaching 10 years of telling his Michigan ‘Man of the Year’ lie
Fact check: Trump is approaching 10 years of telling his Michigan ‘Man of the Year’ lie
July 28, 2026
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IMF chief says Argentina is better positioned to meet debt obligations under Milei
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised President Javier Milei’s austerity policies during a visit to Buenos Aires
July 28, 2026
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Federal survey shows promising trends for youth mental health and drug use
A key U.S. government report on mental health, substance use and addiction shows continued improvements in several metrics, especially among young people
July 28, 2026
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FAA delaying flights at New York, Philadelphia airports
The Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday it was slowing flights into three New York City area airports and Philadelphia International
July 28, 2026
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Cadence raises annual forecasts as demand booms for AI chip design
Cadence Design Systems raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts on Monday, banking on robust demand for its AI-powered chip and system design software.
July 28, 2026
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Trump uses GM stage to launch midterms attack on Democrats
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July 27, 2026
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Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Just one in three Americans support the war on Iran, the lowest reading in a Reuters/Ipsos poll since the five-month-old conflict's early
July 28, 2026
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Oil prices settle at lowest in over a week, as US pauses attacks on Iran
Oil prices fell on Monday, settling at their
July 27, 2026
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Trump says US and Tehran having 'good talks' as drones hit Iran's neighbours
President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States was having "good talks" with Iran and there was a
July 27, 2026
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Cincinnati Financial's quarterly profit falls on higher catastrophe losses
Property and casualty insurer Cincinnati Financial on Monday reported a fall in second-quarter profit on higher catastrophe losses, sending its shares down 5.1% in extended trading
July 28, 2026
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Stocks drift on Wall Street and crude oil prices drop as Mideast tensions cool
Stocks drifted to a mixed close on Wall Street and oil prices fell after the U.S. and Iran paused their attacks while work resumed on restarting negotiations to end their war
July 27, 2026
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Trump defends his sweeping tariffs and watches 'America First' drag races during Michigan stop
President Donald Trump says his economic policies have revived the auto industry and American manufacturing
July 27, 2026
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The Latest: Trump praises his sweeping tariffs while in Michigan for a speech on the economy
A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that halted President Donald Trump’s executive order to create a federal list of eligible voters and limit delivery of mail ballots only to people on that list
July 27, 2026
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Trump urges Senate to pass legislation ending clock changes
Trump urges Senate to pass legislation ending clock changes
July 28, 2026
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US-Canada bridge opens in Detroit even as trade disputes test the neighbors' ties
Traffic is flowing across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade and tourism between Canada and the U.S. The bridge is named for Gordie Howe, a native of Canada who famously played hockey for the Detroit Red Wings
July 27, 2026
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Mediators see progress in efforts to halt Iran war as drone attacks rattle region
Mediators have made progress in efforts to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations and prevent an all-out war in the Middle East
July 27, 2026
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Stocks mixed, oil and Treasury yields drop on Iran-US pause
Stocks were mixed on Monday while oil prices tumbled and Treasury yields dropped after the United States and Iran paused strikes over the weekend, halting two
July 27, 2026
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Mexico economy likely rebounded in second quarter
Mexico's economy is likely to have recovered in the second quarter, driven mainly by a rebound in industrial activity, according to a Reuters poll on Monday.
July 27, 2026
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Monte dei Paschi, Banco BPM working on deal with cash component, Bloomberg News reports
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena and Banco BPM advisers are exploring a merger that would mix cash and shares as a possible alternative to Intesa Sanpaolo's offer for Monte Paschi,
July 27, 2026
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Nvidia to invest $5 billion in Ilya Sutskever's AI startup, source says
By Deepa Seetharaman SAN FRANCISCO, July 27 - Nvidia will make a $5 billion equity investment in Safe Superintelligence as part of a strategic partnership between the chipmaker and the startup co-
July 27, 2026
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Brazil, South Korea agree to advance talks for Mercosur trade deal
Brazil and South Korea agreed to accelerate talks on a potential trade deal between the Asian nation and the South American bloc Mercosur, their presidents said on Monday
July 28, 2026
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Wall Street ends mixed as investors focus on tech earnings
Wall Street ended mixed on Monday, as investors awaited guidance from major technology companies in a busy week for quarterly earnings, while
July 27, 2026
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Baker Hughes flags lower spending by oil and gas producers in 2026
Baker Hughes said on Monday it expects annual global spending by oil and gas producers to decline modestly this year, with growth in Latin
July 27, 2026
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Pentagon says US industry still years from matching Ukraine's wartime drone output
The Pentagon official tasked with building a domestic drone industry said on Monday the United States is still in
July 28, 2026
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Republicans decry a new Democratic Socialists of America platform as Dem primaries split the party
A new platform from the progressive Democratic Socialists of America is sparking Republican attacks
July 27, 2026
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Expand Energy to beef up gas marketing business with $1.25 billion Twin Eagle deal
Expand Energy said on Monday it would buy privately held natural gas marketer Twin Eagle Holdings from Five Point Infrastructure for $1.25 billion to expand its
July 27, 2026
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Apollo Global to invest $1.5 billion in Keppel oil rig fund
Apollo Global Management will invest $1.5 billion in Singapore-based Keppel's new private fund that will hold six operational oil rigs, the two companies said on Monday.
July 27, 2026
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Cracker Barrel CEO departs a year after Trump joined backlash over logo change
Cracker Barrel on Monday said Julie Masino would step down as its CEO, nearly a year after the company faced criticism from conservatives, including U.S.
July 27, 2026
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US appeals court upholds Colorado congestion fee on rental cars
The 10th U.S.
July 27, 2026
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LVMH sales tick up as US luxury demand offsets hit from Iran war
Sales at luxury giant LVMH edged higher in the second quarter as strong demand from affluent U.S. shoppers helped offset weaker spending in Europe, where
July 27, 2026
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JetBlue updates fare structure as airlines see benefit of segmented pricing
JetBlue Airways said on Monday it is overhauling its fare options, giving customers more flexibility to choose seats, as well as change and
July 27, 2026
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Why El Niño's promise of a quieter hurricane season may not guarantee good news for insurers
For insurers, the periodic El Niño climate phenomenon has traditionally lowered the risk of costly Atlantic hurricanes, but
July 27, 2026
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World risks HIV resurgence as funding falls 18%, UNAIDS says
The world risks a resurgence of the HIV epidemic after global funding fell by nearly a fifth last year, the U.N. body fighting AIDS said on Monday.
July 27, 2026
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Trump says Fed should lower interest rates
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday called on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, saying the U.S. should have the lowest interest rate in the world.
July 27, 2026
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Armenia's Pashinyan asks Putin to help resolve Russian restrictions on Armenian exports
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan asked Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on Monday to help resolve a dispute over Russian restrictions on Armenian exports
July 27, 2026
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US Treasury trims 84 people, firms from its sanctions list as review continues
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July 27, 2026
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Cracker Barrel CEO steps down a year after logo debacle
Cracker Barrel’s CEO is stepping down nearly a year after an attempted rebrand of the chain led to fierce customer backlash
July 27, 2026
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Stocks waver on Wall Street while crude oil prices fall for the first time in a week
Stocks drifted on Wall Street and oil prices fell for the first time in a week, even as heavy fighting in the Middle East again threatened to slow the global flow of oil
July 24, 2026
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Scammer tricks woman into depositing $2,000 at courthouse ATM
Scammer tricks woman into depositing $2,000 at courthouse ATM
July 27, 2026
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The Iran and Ukraine wars are colliding on the world’s biggest lake. Here’s what to know
The Iran and Ukraine wars are colliding on the world’s biggest lake. Here’s what to know
July 27, 2026
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Wall St opens higher as pause in US-Iran hostilities lifts sentiment
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday after the United States and Iran paused hostilities, boosting risk appetite ahead of a week of major earnings, economic data and
July 27, 2026
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Italian machine tool sector wants tougher EU trade rules on China
The European Union must bolster trade defence measures against aggressive competition from Chinese machine
July 27, 2026
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Peru's president-elect Fujimori names key ministerial appointments
Peru's President-elect Keiko Fujimori on Monday named the Economy Minister, Foreign Minister, and Prime Minister for her administration, which is due to be sworn into
July 27, 2026
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US core capital goods orders rise, shipments post largest gain in 4-1/2 years amid AI investment boom
New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods increased strongly in June while shipments surged by the most in 4-1/2 years as businesses ramped
July 27, 2026
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Government engagement with AI creates more uncertainty for investors, Bridgewater CIOs warn
The engagement of government with AI could potentially slow the adoption and progress of the technology and create more uncertainty for investors, Bridgewater's co-chief investment
July 27, 2026
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China begins making homegrown DUV chipmaking tools, The Information reports
China has begun manufacturing domestically developed immersion deep ultraviolet lithography machines, a key chipmaking tool long dominated by Dutch supplier ASML, The Information
July 27, 2026
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Houthis say they targeted Saudi east-west oil transport
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they targeted a number of sensitive crude oil supply and transport sites linking eastern Saudi Arabia to the critical Red Sea oil export
July 27, 2026
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The only way some travelers can afford summer trips: raiding cherished loyalty points stashes
The only way some travelers can afford summer trips: raiding cherished loyalty points stashes
July 27, 2026
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US firms in Europe broadly see stable transatlantic ties a year on from trade deal
A majority of U.S. companies operating in Europe now expect stable transatlantic trade and investment relations, a marked improvement from their
July 27, 2026
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Goldman Sachs Alternatives buys control of Italian medtech firm Numantec
The private equity arm of Goldman Sachs has agreed to acquire control of Italian medical equipment maker Numantec from White Bridge Investment, the companies said, betting
July 27, 2026
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Indonesia faces test of central bank independence after governor's shock exit
Just as a fragile calm was returning to Indonesian markets, the abrupt resignation of the central bank chief has reignited
July 27, 2026
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IMF chief praises Argentina's economic reforms as 2027 debt hurdle looms
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva expressed confidence on Monday in President Javier Milei's economic reforms and the
July 27, 2026
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China accuses US of 'AI hegemonism', threatens countermeasures over potential probes
China's commerce ministry on Monday accused the United States of "AI hegemonism" and threatened countermeasures after senior U.S. officials said
July 27, 2026
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Tesla wins bid to revive UK lawsuit for 5G patents licence
Elon Musk's Tesla on Monday won its bid to revive a London lawsuit brought against U.S. technology firm InterDigital and a patent licensing platform, seeking a patent
July 27, 2026
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Saab wins $1 billion order for surveillance aircraft in Middle East
Saab has received an order for two GlobalEye surveillance aircraft from a country in the Middle East region worth 10.1 billion Swedish crowns ($1.04 billion), with deliveries
July 27, 2026
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China opposes US 'forced labour' tariffs, calls for them to be cancelled
China's commerce ministry said on Monday that new U.S. tariffs imposed on Chinese goods over alleged forced labour
July 27, 2026
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Porsche to axe one in five jobs by 2035 as China, EV woes bite
German luxury carmaker Porsche will cut around one in five jobs by 2035, with 9,000 positions to be axed in total, as parent Volkswagen
July 27, 2026
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Philip Morris doubles Colorado campus investment to $1.2 billion
Philip Morris International said on Monday it had doubled its planned investment in its Colorado manufacturing campus to about $1.2 billion through 2028, as it expands production
July 27, 2026
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LVMH's Arnault dismisses reports of family rift
Bernard Arnault, the billionaire chairman of French luxury group LVMH, has dismissed media reports of a bitter succession battle among his five children,
July 27, 2026
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Amazon's Leo proposes satellite constellation for direct-to-phone service
Amazon's Leo on Monday proposed a constellation of up to 5,105 satellites to provide direct-to-device voice and data connectivity,
July 27, 2026
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Hedge fund bets on rising US healthcare stocks near 5-year high, Goldman says
Hedge fund bets that healthcare stocks will rise neared a five-year high last week, a Goldman Sachs note showed, as cash-rich speculators believe AI-
July 27, 2026
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Durigan says Brazil will press US on tariffs, expects solution after election
Brazil's Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Monday that U.S. tariffs on several goods from his country amount to "external interference" and predicted the dispute
July 27, 2026
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Philippine president slams China in veiled rebuke in his state of the nation speech
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has denounced China in a veiled rebuke in his state of the nation speech
July 27, 2026
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Clinton Foundation launches an institute to help state governments find nonpartisan solutions
The Clinton Foundation has launched a new initiative to develop nonpartisan policy solutions with state and local governments
July 27, 2026
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Trump economy at 18 months is a tale of shocks, resilience, and signs of stalled progress
The first 18 months of President Donald Trump's second term in the White House have seen a series of policy-driven economic
July 27, 2026
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Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline
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July 27, 2026
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China chip champ
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets A pause in the Iran conflict and a sizeable retreat in crude oil
July 27, 2026
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Shein will struggle to justify up to $50 billion Hong Kong IPO valuation
Investors are expected to scrutinise whether Shein can justify the $40 billion to $50 billion valuation it is seeking in a
July 27, 2026
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Elusive founder Sky Xu faces spotlight as Shein seeks Hong Kong listing
Shein's draft prospectus for a Hong Kong listing, published on Sunday, offers rare details about the role of its reclusive
July 27, 2026
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UK retailers report smallest sales drop since January, CBI says
British retailers reported the smallest downturn in sales in six months in July but remained gloomy overall due to continued cost pressures, the Confederation of British
July 27, 2026
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Growing number of brokerages see July Fed decision as 'a close call'
A growing number of major brokerages believe there is a real risk of the Federal Reserve delivering a rate hike at its meeting this week, given this month's surge in oil prices and
July 27, 2026
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HSBC to hire 100 AI specialists, 100 wealth managers in boost to Singapore hub
HSBC will hire more than 100 artificial intelligence specialists and 100 wealth managers in Singapore, deepening investment in two areas central to the bank's Asian
July 27, 2026
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Philippines' Marcos puts anti-graft campaign at centre of address to Congress
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Monday he was "not the president of my family" and "not the president of my friends" as he vowed to press ahead with an
July 27, 2026
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Africa facing up to $20 billion economic hit from 'super' El Niño, AfDB climate chief warns
An impending "super" El Niño is likely to inflict a combined $10 billion to $20 billion hit on affected African countries and trigger mass
July 26, 2026
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Coca-Cola says fairlife resumes production at 4 US plants after cyberattack
Coca-Cola on Monday said its dairy company, fairlife, resumed most of the production at four U.S. facilities, where operations were halted after unauthorized third-party access on
July 27, 2026
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Years of scandals haven't stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Democrat James Talarico is challenging Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race in Texas
July 27, 2026
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The Fed confronts an unusually confusing economic moment
The Fed confronts an unusually confusing economic moment
July 27, 2026
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2 men scheduled to be put to death in Florida Tuesday in rare double execution
2 men scheduled to be put to death in Florida Tuesday in rare double execution
July 27, 2026
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ECB's Kazimir: September rate hike likely needed even if outlook improves
The European Central Bank will need to raise interest rates at least once more to contain inflation and a deterioration in the outlook could warrant more tightening than
July 27, 2026
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Shein reveals financials, valuation in Hong Kong IPO filings
Online fast-fashion retailer Shein swung to a $99 million quarterly loss due to slowing sales after the U.S. removed an import duty exemption on small packages and a
July 27, 2026
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European shares steady as tech weakness offsets US-Iran optimism
European shares ended little changed on Monday as losses in technology stocks, led by ASML, stifled a rally fuelled by easing U.S
July 27, 2026
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Chipmaker CXMT vaults to top of China's valuation with 466% surge in Shanghai debut
Shares of CXMT Corp soared 466% on their Shanghai trading debut on Monday following Asia's biggest IPO this year, catapulting
July 27, 2026
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German business sentiment rises more than expected in July, Ifo survey shows
German business morale grew more than expected in July as the outlook for companies improved across sectors, a survey showed on Monday, although they
July 27, 2026
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China memory chipmaker CXMT's shares soar in a blockbuster share listing in Shanghai
Shares of Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT have soared as the company began trading in Shanghai in mainland China’s biggest IPO in recent years
July 27, 2026
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Inside the fights to maintain TPS status for thousands after the Supreme Court sided with Trump
Inside the fights to maintain TPS status for thousands after the Supreme Court sided with Trump
July 27, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Indonesia's Prabowo approval rating drops to 51.1%, survey finds
The approval rating of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto fell to 51.1% in July 2026, a poll showed, with respondents pointing to the state of the country's economy
July 27, 2026
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Japan's Takaichi defends policy as underpinning yen, approval rating slumps
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said government efforts to boost the country's growth potential will underpin market trust in the yen, countering
July 27, 2026
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Emerging markets stare at inflation risks as powerful El Niño looms
Emerging economies already strained by the Middle East conflict face a new threat: a potentially powerful El Niño that could push up food prices
July 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Bank of England to keep rate steady despite oil and gas price rebound
The Bank of England looks set to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75% on Thursday, despite a recent spike in oil prices above $100 a barrel which may
July 27, 2026
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Hong Kong IPO-bound Shein's management and ownership structure
Shein's draft prospectus for a Hong Kong market listing has for the first time shed light on the top management and ownership structure of the online fast-fashion retailer, which
July 27, 2026
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Bank of Japan to signal more rate hikes as price pressures build
The Bank of Japan is set to keep interest rates steady on Friday but leave scope for further hikes with hawkish communication, as the economy faces mounting
July 27, 2026
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RBI to hold rates through 2026 as growth risks outweigh inflation: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of India will keep its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25% in August and for the rest of the year, according to a Reuters poll of
July 27, 2026
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Germany's sick-note crackdown may be treating the symptoms, not the disease
Germany's plans to tighten sick-note rules may be mistaking the symptoms of rising absenteeism for the underlying illness,
July 27, 2026
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Markets dare to hope as US, Iran put war on hold
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.
July 27, 2026
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As fashion stumbles, jewellery will help shape luxury's winners
As luxury groups grapple with weak fashion sales and a hit to spending from the Middle East conflict, investors are increasingly focused
July 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
South Korea's Naver jumps 10% on Nvidia's $1 billion investment plan
Shares of South Korean internet and cloud service giant Naver jumped more than 10% on Monday after it said Nvidia would acquire $1 billion of its new shares to finance a
July 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|World
Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, data shows
Ship traffic through Bab el-Mandeb fell on Sunday after Yemeni Houthis attacked Saudi oil installations along the Red Sea coast, while transit through
July 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology
Nvidia in talks with OpenAI to guarantee $250 billion financing for data center, WSJ reports
Nvidia is in talks to provide roughly $250 billion in financing guarantees for OpenAI as part of a massive data center project, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.
July 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
China's industrial profit growth moderates as exports cushion uneven recovery
Profits at China's industrial firms grew at a solid, though slower, pace as resilient exports helped cushion sluggish domestic demand, highlighting the economy's uneven
July 27, 2026
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As Indonesia cuts methane emissions, life atop a mountain of garbage begins to change
At Indonesia’s largest landfill, Bantargebang, waste picker Nur Wencih fears a sweeping government crackdown on open dumping could threaten the livelihood that has supported her family for two decades
July 27, 2026
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Japan June services producer prices rise as Iran war keeps freight costs high
Japan's services producer price index rose 3.2% in June from a year earlier, central bank data showed on Monday, a sign of broadening inflationary pressure that will keep
July 27, 2026
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How Singapore's unique monetary policy works
Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings unexpectedly on Monday, with inflation projected to step up in the months ahead.
January 26, 2026
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Oil prices ease after US and Iran pause their attacks
Oil prices have fallen further in early trading after setting a two-month high set last week
July 27, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World
Genevieve becomes a major Pacific hurricane off Mexico, but no direct threat to land is forecast
Hurricane Genevieve has strengthened into a major Category 4 storm southwest of Mexico in the Pacific Ocean
July 27, 2026
Economy|Political|World
US and Iran pause their attacks after days of escalation
The United States has not attacked Iran for a second day, and Tehran says it has also halted attacks
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Education
How rising gas prices impact business at Chandler Driving School and tips they're passing onto students
How rising gas prices impact business at Chandler Driving School and tips they're passing onto students
July 26, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Vance, Caine raised concerns about escalating war in Iran, sources say as US pauses consecutive nights of strikes
Vance, Caine raised concerns about escalating war in Iran, sources say as US pauses consecutive nights of strikes
July 26, 2026
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For some, so-called 'Skynet Day' came too close to sci-fi after a rogue agent hacked into a startup
In 1984, the Skynet of "The Terminator" films were science fiction
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Technology|World
Shein flags tariff hits after posting quarterly loss ahead of Hong Kong IPO
Shein swung to a $99 million quarterly loss due to slowing sales after the U.S. removed an import duty exemption on
July 26, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Lula calls new US tariffs a mistake in Washington Post op-ed
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called new U.S. tariffs unfair and a strategic mistake in a Sunday opinion column for The Washington
July 26, 2026
Economy|Education|Political|World
Cuban president accuses US of 'political genocide' on anniversary of revolution
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel issued a sharp condemnation of Washington's oil embargo and hardened sanctions in a speech on Sunday, calling the policy of
July 26, 2026
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After 5 car washes, driver's car still "smells like a barn" after driving through manure on highway
After 5 car washes, driver's car still "smells like a barn" after driving through manure on highway
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Kremlin says too early to comment on reported US-Ukraine air ceasefire talks
Russia considers it premature to comment on reports that the United States and Ukraine are discussing a possible halt to aerial attacks as part of efforts to end the war, Kremlin
July 26, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World
‘Going it alone does not work’: America’s first one-party war
‘Going it alone does not work’: America’s first one-party war
July 26, 2026
Africa|Economy|Political|World
Senegal's President Faye launches new party, cementing ruling camp split
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has launched a new political party, formalising his break with former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and the ruling Pastef party that
July 26, 2026
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Ugandan diplomat Otunnu joins race to become next UN head
Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the contest to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, the seventh contender to succeed Antonio
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary sets up a battle of generations
Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary sets up a battle of generations
July 26, 2026
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The US military hasn’t blown up an alleged drug boat in a month. Has the campaign worked?
The US military hasn’t blown up an alleged drug boat in a month. Has the campaign worked?
July 26, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Romania shoots down third Russian drone, as president calls breaches 'intolerable'
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet pilot shot down a Russian drone over the Black Sea, the defence ministry said on Sunday, the latest in a series of breaches of the NATO
July 26, 2026
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A forced-labor crackdown or an end-run around Congress? Dissecting Trump's new tariffs
The Trump administration has levied tariffs on more than 60 countries, using a legal justification that permits the president to impose import taxes and other sanctions against countries found to engage in “unjustifiable,” “unreasonable” or “discriminatory” trade practices
July 26, 2026
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Airstrikes have paused and talks are pressing forward. But can the US and Iran take the off-ramp?
The U.S. military has paused its airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensifying bombing
July 26, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World
‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s
‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
Cheaper, open and intelligent: Chinese AI models gain ground, as they make inroads in the US
Chinese AI models are gaining popularity in the U.S. for their affordability and efficiency
July 26, 2026
Australia|Economy|Political|World
Australia to raise concerns over new tariffs with Trump, PM Albanese says
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday he would seek to raise the issue of tariffs with U.S.
July 26, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Iran war spreads to Red Sea and Caspian, Gulf quiet as US forgoes strikes
The Iran war broadened over the weekend despite a pause in U.S. strikes, as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis attacked Saudi
July 26, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World
Flavio Bolsonaro launches Brazil presidential campaign, touts support from Milei, Netanyahu
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, eldest son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, on Saturday formally launched his bid to challenge President Luiz
July 26, 2026
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Iran-backed Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia in response to airstrikes in Yemen
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels say they fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to Saudi airstrikes on Yemen's strategic Red Sea city of Hodeida
July 25, 2026
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Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran for first time in two weeks
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militants fired on Saudi oil installations in two ports on the Red Sea coast on Saturday, but
July 24, 2026
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Trump administration admits it canceled clean-energy grants in states that voted for Kamala Harris
Trump administration admits it canceled clean-energy grants in states that voted for Kamala Harris
July 26, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Technology|World
India's Instagram Gen Z dents Modi's aura ahead of key state polls
By Krishna N.
July 25, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Science
Michigan battles massive cyclosporiasis outbreak as state reels from Trump cuts
Two weeks before the U.S.
July 25, 2026
Economy|Election|Political|World
Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro secures presidential bid despite challenges
Brazilian senator Flávio Bolsonaro has been confirmed as the presidential candidate for his father's Liberal Party
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
LSEG's Lipper reviews transaction affecting fixed-income fund flow data
London Stock Exchange Group's (LSEG) Lipper unit said on Saturday it was investigating an unusually large transaction in one investment-grade bond fund that distorted its wider
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Small businesses file lawsuits against Trump's new sweeping tariffs
Trump’s tariffs are headed to court — again
July 25, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|World
Disappointment and fear as tens of thousands people evacuate French wildfires
When raging wildfires threatened Mohammed Laabar's hometown in southwestern France on Friday, he and his wife gathered their three-year-old son,
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|US
Water hauling is the new chore no rancher asked for
The combination of the worst snowpack on record and fast-spreading wildfires is changing the job description for ranchers in the Rocky Mountains
July 25, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Education|Political|World
India youth protesters agree to end protests after talks with government
India's youth protesters have agreed to end their demonstration, a spokesperson of the 'cockroach' movement told reporters after talks with the government on Saturday.
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World
Drone threat in Russia's Yekaterinburg disrupts Wildberries operations and athletics championships
A drone threat prompted leading Russian online retailer Wildberries to evacuate its logistics hub on Saturday in the city of Yekaterinburg, where the national
July 25, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Houthis fire on Saudi Red Sea oil sites
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militants fired on Saudi oil installations in two ports on the Red Sea coast on
July 25, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
India to keep engaging with US on trade deal after new tariff measures
India said on Saturday it would continue engaging with the United States to conclude a bilateral trade agreement, after Washington imposed a 10% tariff
July 25, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US
Fact check: Trump’s false claims at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
Fact check: Trump’s false claims at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Food
Swiss cheesemakers try to fill hole in sales from US tariffs
The Alpine farmers who make one of Switzerland's most famous cheeses are seeking to fill the hole in
July 25, 2026
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This wave of Trump tariffs is likely here to stay; more are coming
U.S.
July 25, 2026
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What a $15 pint of ice cream says about the economy
What a $15 pint of ice cream says about the economy
July 25, 2026
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Americans rewire their grocery shopping routines while digesting the biggest price jump in 50 years
Living through the biggest jump in grocery prices in a half-century has many Americans changing their eating and food shopping habits
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Health|Stock Markets|US|World
The 'rockets and feathers' effect: Inflation eases but grocery bills do not
Economics has a term for what U.S. grocery prices have done in recent years
July 25, 2026
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Kuwait's KPC signs $16 billion lease and leaseback deal for oil pipeline network
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has signed a $16 billion deal to lease and lease back its crude oil pipeline network with a
July 25, 2026
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Samsung Elec, SK Group seal $950 billion deals as South Korea hosts AI powers
By Max A.
July 25, 2026
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Samsung Elec wins $200 billion Broadcom AI chip partnership, boosting foundry push
Samsung Electronics said on Saturday it struck a pact with U.S. chip designer Broadcom to widen cooperation across memory chips, contract chip making and
July 25, 2026
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Nvidia, SK Group unveil $500 billion-plus AI data centers initiative, memory partnership
Nvidia and South Korea's SK Group on Friday unveiled a more than $500 billion AI initiative spanning large-scale AI data centers and next-generation memory, Nvidia
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
US says it will lift ban on imports of Mexican cattle
The U.S.
July 25, 2026
Economy|Environment
Trump administration admits grants for clean energy were canceled based on politics
The Trump administration has again acknowledged in court documents that it terminated $7.6 billion in grants for hundreds of clean energy projects “based solely on the political identity of the grant recipient’s state,” in this case, 16 states that voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election
July 25, 2026
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Paramount agrees to pause Warner Bros deal while case plays out
Paramount Skydance on Friday agreed to pause its acquisition of Warner Bros.
July 25, 2026
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Trump says he won't proceed with nuclear deal unless Saudis join Abraham Accords
President Donald Trump on Friday said he would not go forward with a civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia unless the Saudis agreed
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
US targets $2.2 billion in rebates to airlines that retrofit planes over wireless interference
Major U.S. airlines will need to retrofit planes by the end of 2030 to address potential wireless interference after a new auction of wireless
July 25, 2026
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Its AI agent spent days hacking a company, but sources say OpenAI did not notice for a week
The OpenAI agent that broke into tech firm Hugging Face went on a dayslong hacking spree that OpenAI
July 25, 2026
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Appeals court rejects Trump bid to halt $100,000 H-1B visa fee ruling
A federal appeals court on Friday rejected a bid by U.S.
July 25, 2026
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Paramount delays closing Warner buyout while judge considers states' challenge
Skydance-owned Paramount has agreed to delay closing its $81 billion buyout of Warner Bros
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
The Latest: Trump says US will investigate EU trade practices for ‘unethical’ fines on Google
President Donald Trump says the U.S. will open a formal investigation into the European Union’s trade practices
July 24, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US
Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. Discovery takeover for months
Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. Discovery takeover for months
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Qualcomm tells customers of double-digit price increases, Bloomberg News reports
Smartphone chipmaker Qualcomm told customers it would raise prices by a percentage in the double digits due to rising costs, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing a letter sent
July 24, 2026
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Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine
U.S.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Brazil eases spending curb despite revenue shortfall from dividend tax
The Brazilian government on Friday reduced by 5.7 billion reais ($1.12 billion) a spending curb needed to comply with its fiscal framework due to lower
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Barclays sees upside risks to 2026 Brent price view given Strait of Hormuz impasse
Barclays said on Friday that risks to its oil price forecasts are skewed higher depending on how long the "impasse" over the Strait of Hormuz lasts.
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Waymo explores ending Uber partnership, Financial Times reports
Alphabet's robotaxi firm Waymo is considering ending its partnership with Uber due to a souring relationship between the companies, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing
July 25, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|World
Brazil says 16.5% of exports face combined US duties of 37.5%
Brazil estimates that newly announced U.S. tariffs will affect 23.1% of its exports, according to a government statement released on Friday.
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump says he trusts Russia and China's leaders not to enable Iran
U.S.
July 24, 2026
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Private credit roundup: Insurers step up as liquidity pressures build
Insurers and large institutions are preparing to put more money into private credit markets, a survey showed, even as wealthy investors turn cautious about the illiquidity and
July 24, 2026
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Canada marks Gordie Howe bridge opening without US after trade war deepens
Canada marked the opening of a bridge connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, on Friday in a quiet celebration without U.S. officials after a
July 24, 2026
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Stocks mixed as oil prices pause climb but yields hover near highs
U.S. and European stock markets found only scattered relief from this week's lows as oil prices pulled back on Friday, but
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Nasdaq lags on angst over AI spending ahead of earnings reports
The tech-heavy Nasdaq fell on Friday as investors sold chip stocks on worries about massive spending on artificial intelligence ahead of the next
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US small businesses file lawsuit challenging Trump's new 'forced labor' tariffs
Two U.S. small businesses on Friday challenged President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners, saying that the new
July 25, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World
Canada celebrates new bridge to US during tariff troubles with Trump
Canadian officials are celebrating a new U.S.-Canada bridge over the Detroit River
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Trump says the US will investigate EU trade practices, claiming the bloc unfairly fined tech giants
President Donald Trump says the United States will open a formal investigation into the European Union’s trade practices
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets
Blackstone, Donerail among final bidders for yacht retailer MarineMax, sources say
Investment firms Blackstone and Donerail are among the final bidders to acquire MarineMax, two people familiar with the matter said on Friday, as
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
ECB facing mid-sized inflation shock, will get to 2% in year or so, Lane says
The European Central Bank still considers the current inflation shock to be medium-sized, which requires some policy action but not aggressive moves, and it will get
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Oil falls on report China pushing for end US-Iran war
Crude oil futures prices were more than 4% lower on Friday after sources said that China had initiated a push to resume stalled peace talks between the United States and
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Anthropic rolls out Opus 5 AI model in efficiency upgrade
Anthropic on Friday launched Opus 5, its latest AI model that the startup says nears the capabilities of its more powerful cousin Fable 5 at half the price.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Meta adds new task automation features to AI assistant
Meta is rolling out new features for its Meta AI service in select markets, allowing the chatbot to complete certain tasks autonomously, the company said on Friday.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology
Aerospace fights for young recruits as AI drains talent pool
For Hassan Butt, a 17-year-old British student volunteering at the Farnborough airshow this week, there was nothing
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
US hits network of Iranian financier Zanjani with more sanctions
The United States on Friday imposed sanctions against nine firms and four people in the business network of sanctioned Iranian financier Babak Zanjani
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy
White House wants veterans to replace immigrant truckers who lost their licenses in crackdown
The Trump administration wants soldiers to consider becoming truck drivers when they leave the military
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
New US tariffs linked to claims of foreign forced labor dismay and anger trading partners
U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest set of tariffs has provoked heated objections from America’s trading partners
July 24, 2026
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Black members of Oklahoma Native American tribe file federal lawsuit to gain citizenship rights
Two descendants of Black people once enslaved by a Native American tribe are asking a federal court in Oklahoma to force tribal leaders to issue them citizenship cards as ordered a year ago by a tribal court
July 24, 2026
Africa|Business|Crime|Economy|World
Liberia seizes $317 million of cocaine bound for Europe, police chief says
Liberian authorities have seized around $317 million worth of cocaine that was bound for Europe, a senior police official said, in
July 24, 2026
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Residents enter shattered south Lebanon town after Israeli withdrawal
Residents began entering the southern Lebanese town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh on Friday, some inspecting damaged homes
July 24, 2026
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US business activity perks up in July, helped by World Cup, but trend may not last, S&P Global says
Activity in the vast U.S. services sector accelerated in July, aided in part by spending around the FIFA World Cup and the Independence Day holiday, while the pace of
July 24, 2026
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White House says Trump, Zelenskiy to meet in Washington next week
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are scheduled to meet in Washington on Tuesday, a White House official said on Friday.
July 24, 2026
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US new home sales pick up in June, but affordability challenges remain
Sales of new U.S. single-family homes snapped a two-month skid in June, but higher mortgage rates and affordability challenges restrained the rebound and continue to
July 24, 2026
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Investors fret that spiking oil prices and rising yields could threaten stock rally
Deepening conflict in the Middle East has sent oil prices surging and Treasury yields climbing to levels that have equity
July 24, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Yen records biggest weekly drop in over two months, dollar climbs for the week
The dollar was set for its biggest weekly gain since mid-June, buoyed by the rise in oil prices, while the yen was poised for its largest weekly percentage
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance
Commerzbank chairman says bank is ready for takeover talks with UniCredit
Commerzbank Chairman Jens Weidmann on Friday invited UniCredit to open talks on the terms of a merger, as the German lender abandoned its
July 24, 2026
Asia|Economy|World
Pakistan, Iran explore path towards new talks with US in a China-initiated push, sources say
Pakistan is exploring a path towards a resumption of stalled U.S.-Iran talks over ending their
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
JPMorgan warns 'super' El Niño and oil shock could prop up global inflation
A rapidly intensifying El Niño weather pattern combined with higher energy prices could add 0.3 percentage points to global inflation next year, hitting
July 24, 2026
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US investment-grade bond funds see $7 billion record weekly outflows
U.S. investment-grade bond funds and exchange-traded funds saw massive outflows in the week ended July 22, as an oil-driven inflation scare pushed Treasury yields higher and
July 24, 2026
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‘It’s like firing your best worker for no apparent reason’: Why this New York family is dreading a looming deadline
‘It’s like firing your best worker for no apparent reason’: Why this New York family is dreading a looming deadline
July 24, 2026
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Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late
A new lawsuit argues that voters in swing state Wisconsin whose absentee ballots haven't arrived by Election Day should be allowed to cast provisional ballots at the polls to ensure their vote is counted
July 24, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Chinese and Philippines vessels clash in South China Sea
Chinese ships fired water cannons at Philippine vessels, including one carrying a CNN crew, near a dangerous flashpoint in the South China Sea on Friday – the third tense confrontation this week in the contested waters.
July 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|World
A crude summer
It's all about central banks this week and rising energy prices will likely keep rate-setters as distant as Tokyo, Washington and London on their toes even if they welcome
July 24, 2026
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AstraZeneca 'magic' faces rare test after trial failure, share slide
AstraZeneca's long-time CEO Pascal Soriot has rarely put a foot wrong.
July 24, 2026
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US stocks face tests from Fed decision, tech-led earnings deluge
A wobbly U.S. stock market will take its cues in the coming week from a Federal Reserve meeting set to shed light on the path for interest rates, and
July 24, 2026
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Beleagured Turkish opposition attempts to regroup with new party
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 other breakaway lawmakers launched a new political party on Friday, seeking to regroup to challenge President Tayyip Erdogan
July 24, 2026
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Samsung, SK Hynix to announce major chip deals with US tech companies, Seoul says
South Korean chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix will announce large supply deals with U.S. technology companies during President Lee Jae Myung's visit to San
July 24, 2026
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China's CATL tops quarterly profit forecasts on robust energy storage business
Chinese battery giant CATL reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter profit, driven by robust growth in its energy storage business that helped offset softer demand
July 24, 2026
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US agency rejects petition seeking Tesla door-release defect probe
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July 24, 2026
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US equity funds log outflows for a second straight week as tech earnings eyed
U.S. equity funds recorded outflows for a second consecutive week as caution ahead of earnings reports from major technology companies and a renewed rise in oil prices weighed on
July 24, 2026
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Verizon lifts annual forecasts, signs $1 billion fiber deal with Google
Verizon raised its annual adjusted profit forecast and said it had secured a more than $1 billion deal with Google to provide dark fiber connectivity for
July 24, 2026
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Meta launches new app 'Seller' to provide sales tools for merchants
Meta on Friday launched a new app called "Seller" to offer dedicated selling tools to merchants using the company's Facebook Marketplace platform for buying and selling items.
July 24, 2026
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Bank of England to hold steady this year but Iran war inflation risks persist: Reuters poll
The Bank of England will not shift its key interest rate from 3.75% on Thursday according to all 70 economists in a July 21-24 Reuters poll, and likely
July 24, 2026
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WFP warns of deeper cuts in Gaza aid due to donor fatigue
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July 24, 2026
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Russian entrepreneurs see stock go up in flames as Ukraine targets Wildberries
Russian fashion designer Viktoria Terekhova shipped virtually her entire summer collection of children's clothes last week to the giant warehouse of online retailer
July 24, 2026
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AmEx's steady profit outlook clouds revenue forecast boost; shares fall
American Express raised its 2026 revenue forecast on Friday as its affluent customers continued to spend on travel, entertainment and dining, but
July 24, 2026
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Trump imposes new global tariffs, drawing protests from trading partners
The United States on Friday imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the EU and China, alleging those countries
July 24, 2026
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Verizon signs deal with Google worth over $1 billion
Verizon CEO Dan Schulman said on Friday the company has secured a deal with Google, valued at more than $1 billion, to provide dark fiber connectivity for the search engine giant's
July 24, 2026
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Bank of America hikes common stock dividend by 14%
Bank of America said on Friday it has increased its quarterly common stock dividend by 4 cents or 14%, to 32 cents a share, with its CEO Brian Moynihan citing the
July 24, 2026
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Flash flood emergency issued in West Virginia
Torrential rain triggered dangerous flash flooding across parts of West Virginia as severe storms sweep through the Eastern US.
July 22, 2026
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Wall St opens subdued after tech rout; Mideast, tariffs in focus
Wall Street's main indexes opened subdued on Friday after a tech-led selloff in the previous session, as investors digested fresh earnings, escalating Middle East tensions and a
July 24, 2026
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Russian central bank cuts key rate by 25 bps to 14% as Ukrainian drones hit economy
The Russian central bank cut its benchmark interest rate to 14% on Friday from 14.25% despite a spike in inflation linked to
July 24, 2026
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Is withholding federal counterterrorism funds from states – as FEMA has threatened – legal?
Legal scholars argue that when executive branch agencies impose conditions on federal funds, courts should give these cases special scrutiny.
July 24, 2026
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American Express Q2 profit rises driven by higher spending and fewer delinquencies
American Express on Friday reported an 8% rise in second-quarter profits compared to last year
July 24, 2026
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Colorado prepares for screwworms, as the pest that was eradicated in 1966 returns to the US
After screwworm cases were reported in Texas and New Mexico, Colorado is taking preventive measures against the pest.
July 24, 2026
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HSBC sells Singapore insurance unit to Allianz in $2.1 billion deal
HSBC has agreed to sell its life and health insurance business in Singapore to Allianz for S$2.7 billion ($2.1 billion), as it trims
July 24, 2026
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In India, Iran war forces Diet Coke to roll out a bigger can, heftier price tag
First, the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sparked a Diet Coke shortage in India by squeezing supplies of aluminum cans, triggering an unusual wave of "Diet
July 24, 2026
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Reaction to US imposing new tariffs on 60 trading partners
The Trump administration on Friday imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union and China, over allegations of lax
July 24, 2026
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European Commission gives guarded welcome to new Trump tariffs
The European Commission gave a guarded welcome to new tariffs imposed by the United States on Friday, saying that the outcome was in line with a trade deal the two sides
July 24, 2026
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German consumer sentiment dips slightly into August, survey finds
German consumer sentiment is set to dip slightly going into August as households remain cautious about spending amid more pessimistic income expectations, a survey found on
July 24, 2026
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Bank of France head: Trump's tariffs add more uncertainty for world economy
Tariffs imposed on trading partners from the administration of U.S.
July 24, 2026
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Switzerland disputes US forced labour claims as new tariffs take effect
Switzerland takes note of the announced additional U.S. tariffs but rejects allegations underlying the forced labour investigation, the government said on Friday.
July 24, 2026
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India's private sector growth slumped to over four-year low in July, PMI shows
India's private sector growth skidded to its weakest in over four years in July as a sharp slowdown in services constrained overall expansion even though rising export
July 24, 2026
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US weapons makers confront Europe's drive for local control
As U.S. defence companies descended on Britain's Farnborough Airshow this week hoping to tap Europe's military spending boom, they encountered
July 24, 2026
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EU's Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc, seeks clarification
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas questioned Washington's rationale for imposing new tariffs on European goods, saying on Friday that
July 24, 2026
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Top apparel exporter Vietnam faces higher US tariffs than peers
Vietnam faces higher U.S. tariffs than peers and risks a further erosion of competitiveness in the clothing sector, as the largest exporter of apparel to the U.S. is
July 24, 2026
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Oil batters bonds as AI burns cash
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu We are back to war watching, as if the June ceasefire never happened.
July 24, 2026
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Euro zone firms struggle to raise consumer prices after Iran shock, ECB poll shows
Euro zone companies are struggling to raise prices for consumers already struggling with a rise in fuel costs, with fierce competition from China compounding tough
July 24, 2026
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ECB survey shows broadly unchanged inflation outlook
Euro zone inflation expectations remained broadly unchanged over the past three months and price growth is seen falling quickly next year before returning back to the 2%
July 24, 2026
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Euro zone consumers cut inflation expectations in June
Euro zone consumers cut their inflation expectations last month, likely encouraged by a truce in the Middle East that had brought down energy prices but proved short
July 24, 2026
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Temasek eyes defence deals as Europe boosts military spending, executive says
Singaporean state investor Temasek is looking to increase its investments in defence as the war in Ukraine prompts European
July 24, 2026
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Wise tumbles after US declines national trust bank application
London-listed shares of Wise fell 10% on Friday after the money transfer group said its application to create a national trust bank in the United States was denied by regulators,
July 24, 2026
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French private sector contraction eased in July, flash PMIs show
France's private sector contraction eased in July, with services output slowing only marginally, although inflation, borrowing costs and geopolitics all remained concerns as
July 24, 2026
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German business activity returns to growth after four months, PMI shows
Germany's private sector has returned to growth in July for the first time in four months, driven by a marked upturn in manufacturing output, a survey
July 24, 2026
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China's PBOC to conduct overnight reverse repos, inject a total of 2.1 trillion yuan
China's central bank said on Friday it would conduct overnight reverse repo operations via the open market from July 29 to 31 and on August 3 to better meet short-term
July 24, 2026
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ECB policymakers warn about growing inflation risks
Inflation risks are high and the European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates again in response to the Iran crisis, three policymakers said on Friday, but all
July 24, 2026
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Euro zone business activity returns to growth in July for first time in four months, PMI shows
Euro zone business activity returned to growth in July for the first time in four months, driven by a rebound in new orders, but may be derailed by high
July 24, 2026
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European shares gain as SAP lifts tech stocks; Middle East on watch
European shares rose on Friday after registering their steepest one-day loss in two weeks in the previous session, as investors drew comfort
July 24, 2026
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As AI grows more powerful, a US-China feud threatens safety efforts
U.S. threats to sanction Chinese AI developers over alleged intellectual property theft and export-control violations risk unravelling efforts to establish
July 24, 2026
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UK firms plan smaller price rises and wage hikes, BoE survey shows
British businesses expect to increase prices and wages by a bit less in the year ahead after a ceasefire in the Iran war briefly pushed down energy prices, according to a
July 24, 2026
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UK businesses and consumers more positive, but boost may not last
British firms reported the first rise in activity in three months in July, helped by a brief respite in the Iran war, while consumers grew in confidence
July 24, 2026
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UK retail sales get surprise boost from hot weather and World Cup
British retail sales rose unexpectedly in June as shoppers increased their spending on air conditioning and clothing, official data showed on Friday,
July 24, 2026
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Spanish hotel chain Melia completes exit from Cuba
Spanish hotel group Melia said it has ceased all operations of its 34 hotels in Cuba on Friday amid the hardening of U.S. sanctions and the island’s
July 24, 2026
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China's CiDi eyes overseas sales of autonomous mining machines this year
CiDi, the Hong Kong-listed Chinese autonomous mining equipment maker, expects overseas deployments to grow this
July 24, 2026
Crime|Economy|World
Argentina President Milei flies to Brazil to kick-start Bolsonaro presidential bid
Argentine President Javier Milei flies to Brazil on Friday to throw his weight behind Senator Flavio Bolsonaro's presidential run
July 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Taiwan central bank says it has good communications with US Treasury after currency report
Taiwan's central bank on Friday emphasised its good relations with the U.S.
July 24, 2026
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World Cup boom, Middle East gloom could split earnings for US travel firms
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July 24, 2026
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Fuel swings turn US airline earnings forecasts into moving targets
A rapid rise in jet fuel prices is forcing U.S. airlines to rewrite earnings expectations, exposing how quickly higher fuel costs can outpace revenue
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle
More Colorado homeowners are replacing thirsty lawns with drought-friendly landscapes
More Colorado homeowners are replacing thirsty lawns with drought-friendly landscapes
July 24, 2026
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'Lapdog media': Indian reporters caught in youth protest anger
When Indian television reporter Dev Kotak went to cover a massive youth protest against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government
July 24, 2026
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Faith leaders and community members sue Colorado town of Hudson in effort to block planned ICE detention center
Faith leaders and community members sue Colorado town of Hudson in effort to block planned ICE detention center
July 24, 2026
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Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon,' says Ukrainian drones struck three more of its warehouses
Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries, Moscow's answer to Amazon, said on Friday three more of its warehouses had been attacked by Ukraine overnight, part
July 24, 2026
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China’s memory chip makers ride AI boom to new power — and U.S. scrutiny
For months, Chinese chip manufacturer ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) had been
July 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology
Trump pledge on data center power supplies draws skepticism
President Donald Trump announced a non-binding pledge by U.S. power producers and data centers on Thursday to fund
July 24, 2026
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Intel rises as strong forecasts signal AI boost for turnaround
Intel's shares rose 6% in premarket trading on Friday after bullish forecasts signaled the AI boom was propelling the chipmaker's long-awaited turnaround.
July 24, 2026
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Running on empty
From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! Cash burn and spiking crude prices dominated market headlines this week.
July 24, 2026
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Global equity funds attract ninth weekly inflow amid upbeat earnings expectations
Global equity funds attracted inflows for a ninth straight week through July 22 as investors remained optimistic about a robust earnings season despite an escalation in Middle East
July 24, 2026
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Defense tech company Anduril in talks to raise funding at about $100 billion valuation
Defense tech firm Anduril is in discussions with investors for a new funding round that could see it valued at roughly $100 billion, rivaling
July 24, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Fed Chairman Warsh faces cruel summer as bond yields spike
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh wanted a central bank that talked less and let the data speak. Now, markets are speaking for him - loudly.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Volkswagen makes case for deep cuts as Chinese competitors close in on Europe
Volkswagen must deepen cost cuts to remain competitive against Chinese brands increasingly taking aim at the German auto group's home market, CEO Oliver
July 24, 2026
Economy|Europe|Health|Political
Germany's Merz picks first woman chief of staff in shake-up before state elections
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz named Health Minister Nina Warken as his new chief of staff on Friday, as part of a reshuffle intended
July 24, 2026
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Indian government seeks time on youth protesters' minister resignation demand
Leaders of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said on Friday that the government has sought time
July 24, 2026
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Airline passengers hate middle seats. But that’s not why United is getting rid of some of them
Airline passengers hate middle seats. But that’s not why United is getting rid of some of them
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts
Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery
Why Venezuela can’t access $4 billion in gold that could help with earthquake recovery
July 24, 2026
Economy|World
German leader Merz reshuffles top posts as he tries to counter far-right advance
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reshuffled top posts as he tries to boost his unpopular government
July 24, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|World
Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal
Chinese ship shoots water cannon at Philippine vessel with CNN crew on board near flashpoint shoal
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Tech titan’s ex-wife fails to win greater share of AI boom in decade-long ‘divorce of the century’
Tech titan’s ex-wife fails to win greater share of AI boom in decade-long ‘divorce of the century’
July 24, 2026
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Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries
Trump imposes new tariffs targeting dozens of countries
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Add a month at sea and $2.5 million - what it costs oil tankers to flee Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb
With two of its key oil export routes - the Hormuz and Bab el- Mandeb straits - disrupted by Iran and Iran-allied Houthi militants,
July 24, 2026
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Japan's Nikkei falls more than 2% on AI spending worries
Japan's Nikkei share average fell more than 2% on Friday, as a sharp decline in Google parent Alphabet shares spurred concerns about heavy AI spending.
July 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan June core CPI rises 1.6% yr/yr
Japan's core consumer prices rose 1.6% in June from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ likely to keep inflation warning but expect no big build-up in risks, sources say
The Bank of Japan will likely maintain its warning over the risk of inflation overshooting its 2% target next week, but signal that those risks have not
July 24, 2026
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
US military says it completed 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran
The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran that marked a 13th consecutive night of American attacks.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
Brazil report cites icing, pilot actions, safety culture in deadly Voepass crash
Brazilian air accident investigators said on Thursday that a buildup of ice, failures in the aircraft's de-icing system,
July 24, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Australia's ASX finance chief Andrew Tobin to retire months after new CEO named
Australian stock exchange operator ASX Ltd said on Friday that CFO Andrew Tobin intends to retire.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Around 2,000 Brazilian products exempt from both recent U.S. tariffs, minister says
About 2,000 products exported by Brazil to the United States will be exempt from the new tariffs announced by the Donald Trump administration in recent days, including
July 24, 2026
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US military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes
The U.S. military has announced it conducted a 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
What is China’s Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it?
What is China’s Kimi K3 and why is the US so rattled by it?
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World
Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse
The world’s leading authority on food insecurity said on Thursday that the situation in Gaza had improved since famine swept parts of the Palestinian territory last year
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|US|World
Trump administration faces record turnover in second term
Trump administration faces record turnover in second term
July 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|US|World
US, Mexico set more USMCA talks for September amid differences over autos content
U.S. and Mexican officials said on Thursday they will meet for a fourth round of negotiations to revamp the North American trade pact
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Singapore's GIC to invest an additional $30 billion in hedge funds
Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC plans to deploy an additional $30 billion into hedge funds and is spreading its bets
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan government highlights mounting inflationary pressure
Japanese companies are passing on rising costs from the Middle East conflict at a faster pace than in 2022, when the war in Ukraine pushed up fuel costs, the government said
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Japan June core inflation accelerates, stays below BOJ target
Japan's core inflation perked up in June but remained below the central bank's 2% target for a fifth straight month, suggesting that firms have yet to
July 24, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Japan's factory activity stays firm as output surges in July, PMI shows
Japan's manufacturing activity remained broadly firm in July with output rising at its fastest rate since February 2014, while uncertainty about the Middle East situation
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World
Trump imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries as his 10% levies are set to expire Friday
President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|US
Trump administration urges Congress to pass permanent daylight saving time
The Trump administration is urging Congress to make daylight saving time permanent, deprioritize bicycle lanes and mass transit, cut funding for electric
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Trading Day: Burn, baby, burn
European and U.S. stocks slumped while bond yields shot higher on Thursday, with global markets rocked by oil's surge above $100 a barrel and
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Pentagon awards Oracle nearly $7 billion deal in latest software consolidation push
The Pentagon announced on Thursday a nearly $7 billion, up-to-10-year agreement with Oracle to consolidate the department's on-premises software licenses into a single
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology
SAP CFO says AI must move beyond chatbot 'low-hanging fruit' before seeing returns
SAP's finance chief said on Thursday that artificial intelligence in enterprise software must move beyond chatbots and coding tools into more complex business
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Nvidia, Amkor strike $1.5 billion chip packaging deal
Amkor Technology said on Thursday it had entered a multi-year agreement with Nvidia worth $1.5 billion to expand advanced semiconductor packaging and test capacity in the U.S., as
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Paramount-Warner Bros deal paused through August 17, judge rules
Paramount Skydance must pause its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery through August 17, a federal judge ruled on Thursday.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
ECB considering several options to mitigate losses, sources say
The European Central Bank is considering several options to mitigate its financial losses, in a tense debate that is expected to
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump to impose 'forced labor' duties on Friday as temporary 10% US tariffs expire
The Trump administration on Friday will impose new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union, over allegations of lax
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
US warns against excessive yen volatility, calls for BOJ rate hikes
The U.S.
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Brazil says US tariffs related to forced labor are 'arbitrary' and 'unjustified'
The Brazilian government on Thursday rejected the tariffs imposed by the United States on the South American nation and another 59 trading partners related to
July 24, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World
Mexico to see no change from new US tariffs, economy minister says
Mexico's Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Thursday that the country will "see no change in the effective tariff that Mexico pays," after the U.S. government
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Canada to consider retaliating against latest Trump tariffs, Carney says
Canada will do whatever it takes to defend itself in a trade war with the United States, including possible retaliatory measures, Prime
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|US|World
Prime Minister Carney says Canada is ready to respond if Trump's new tariffs go into effect
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will continue to negotiate a new trade deal with the U.S., but the country is willing to respond should new threatened tariffs come into effect
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Mexican economy falters in May as construction dips
Mexico's economy contracted in May from April, official data showed on Thursday, fueling caution about the country's situation as the primary and secondary sectors
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology
Harley-Davidson posts lower quarterly results as raw material costs rise
Harley-Davidson reported lower second-quarter profit and revenue but raised its annual forecast on Thursday, as the legacy motorbike maker leaned on its wider turnaround plan to
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Short sellers notch $15.5 billion profit as SpaceX shares slide
Short sellers targeting SpaceX shares are sitting on an estimated $15.5 billion in paper profit since the rockets-to-AI firm's mid-June initial
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Ameriprise Financial quarterly profit rises on higher fee income
Asset and wealth manager Ameriprise Financial reported a rise in its second-quarter profit on Thursday, driven by a market rally that boosted the value of its fee-generating assets
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB leaves rates on hold, but keeps door open to further rate hikes
The European Central Bank kept borrowing costs on hold on Thursday but left room for more tightening in the coming months as a widening conflict in the Middle East pushed
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Wall St opens lower as Big Tech earnings rekindle AI spending worries; oil jumps
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, as concerns over heavy AI spending resurfaced after the first batch of Big Tech earnings, while another jump in oil prices
July 23, 2026
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World
Sweden declares mining national security interest to counter dependence on China
Sweden's government declared mining of critical metals and rare earth minerals a national security interest on Thursday, saying a new mining strategy was needed to
July 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology
What went wrong: How an OpenAI model went rogue
What went wrong: How an OpenAI model went rogue
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World
Germany's Merz could announce cabinet reshuffle on Friday, sources say
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz could announce a cabinet reshuffle on Friday, triggered by the abrupt exit of party heavyweight Jens Spahn in a row over a surrogacy baby,
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology
Blackstone is addressing community concerns around AI, CEO says
Blackstone is working to address the societal and environmental implications of artificial intelligence development, CEO Stephen
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Lockheed Martin, RTX lift 2026 forecasts as Pentagon looks to restock weapons
The world's two biggest defense contractors, Lockheed Martin and RTX, said on Thursday they expect strong profits going forward because
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits for the first time unexpectedly fell last week to the lowest since the 1960s, indicating the U.S. job market
July 23, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|World
Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100
U.S.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World
ECB will discuss raising banks' minimum reserves, Lagarde says
The European Central Bank will discuss raising banks' minimum reserve requirements, ECB President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday, opening the door to a move that
July 23, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US|World
Former Barclays boss denies friendship with Epstein, US Democrats skeptical
Former Barclays Chief Executive Jes Staley said on Thursday in a closed-door U.S. congressional hearing that he had no
July 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Spanish parliament rejects government's 2027 spending plan
Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2027 spending framework on Thursday, dealing a fresh blow to its efforts to approve a state budget before the end of
July 24, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology|World
Kalshi hits the back of the net with $27 billion FIFA World Cup windfall
Prediction market startup Kalshi scored well during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, netting roughly double its projected user traffic and trading volume as fans scrambled
July 24, 2026
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Oil executives rush to complete contract migration in Venezuela, sources say
Venezuela's oil ministry has told partners of state energy company PDVSA that it will maintain the July 28 deadline it had set to
July 23, 2026
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US states sue Trump administration for conditioning disaster funds on election changes
A coalition of mostly Democratic-led states asked a federal judge on Thursday to block the Department of Homeland Security from withholding certain disaster-related
July 24, 2026
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Swiss chocolate maker Lindt misleads consumers about child labor, US lawsuit claims
Lindt has been sued in a U.S. court over its alleged use of child labor in Ghana and Ivory Coast, even as the Swiss chocolate maker touts its commitment to
July 24, 2026
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More than 24 states sue Trump administration after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding
More than two dozen states have sued the Trump administration after it required them to comply with election and immigration conditions to get billions of dollars in federal funding for disasters
July 24, 2026
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US Treasury finds no trading partner manipulated currency for trade advantage in 2025
No major U.S. trading partner manipulated its currency to gain an unfair trade advantage in 2025, the U.S.
July 24, 2026
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Blackstone private credit fund withdrawal requests slowing, president says
Investor requests to withdraw from Blackstone's flagship private credit fund have fallen at the beginning of the third quarter after a period of higher demand to redeem,
July 23, 2026
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Airline group IATA taps World Economic Forum's Zahidi as new chief
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has tapped World Economic Forum managing director Saadia Zahidi as its new director general after current boss Willie
July 23, 2026
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Intel forecast crushes estimates as AI boom boosts chip demand; shares jump
Intel forecast quarterly profit and revenue above estimates on Thursday, pushing its shares up 5.2% in after-hours trade and helping prompt the
July 24, 2026
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Newmont tops profit estimates on higher gold prices, sees steady output
Newmont, the world's biggest gold miner, beat second-quarter profit estimates on Thursday after a rally in bullion prices outweighed the impact
July 24, 2026
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GE HealthCare says CFO Saccaro to step down; reports preliminary Q2 results
GE HealthCare's Chief Financial Officer Jay Saccaro will step down from his role to pursue an opportunity outside the medical technology industry, the company said on Thursday, and
July 24, 2026
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Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race
Boeing edged Airbus in a subdued series of order announcements at the Farnborough Airshow this week, as the global
July 23, 2026
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Aerolineas Argentinas plans biggest fleet renewal in a decade with 20 new aircraft
Aerolineas Argentinas said on Thursday it will add 20 new aircraft to its fleet, marking the state airline's largest revamp in a decade as it seeks to renew a quarter of its total
July 23, 2026
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Venezuela quakes caused $19.6 billion in damage, World Bank report shows
Two earthquakes that rocked Venezuela on June 24 caused $19.6 billion in direct physical damage, but the cost of rebuilding could be twice that much or
July 23, 2026
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Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis, sources say
Iran flew Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commanders, military advisers and missile- and drone-related equipment into Yemen this month,
July 23, 2026
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US energy shares gain as Houthi tanker attacks push Brent crude to $100
U.S. energy shares rose on Thursday as Brent crude touched $100 a barrel, extending a five-day rally after attacks on two Saudi oil tankers heightened concerns over global oil
July 23, 2026
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Trump expands a voluntary pledge to protect consumers from high utility bills from AI data centers
President Donald Trump is having governors and electricity companies join a pledge aimed at shielding U.S. consumers from higher utility bills because data centers
July 23, 2026
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Ford to partner with Chinese automaker Geely in Spain in new joint venture
Ford and Chinese automotive company Geely Auto announced plans on Thursday to jointly manufacture low- and zero-emission vehicles at Ford’s Valencia, Spain factory
July 24, 2026
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Democrats urge IRS watchdog to find out why a top lawyer who clashed with White House left his job
Senate Democrats want a watchdog at the Internal Revenue Service to investigate the recent departure of a high-ranking IRS attorney who clashed with President Donald Trump's White House after the attorney raised concerns about influence over taxpayer audits
July 24, 2026
Economy|Finance|US
Democrats say Social Security boss' message pushed misleading statements on Trump tax law's benefits
Congressional Democrats are squaring off with President Donald Trump's administration over one of the most potent political issues in the country ahead of this year’s midterm elections: Social Security
July 24, 2026
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Gas, groceries and back-to-school items are where shoppers might see higher oil prices surface
Consumers already feeling pinched since the Iran war started may feel more pain after oil prices pushed past $100 a barrel
July 24, 2026
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Union Pacific picks up Canadian National's support for its plan to acquire Norfolk Southern railroad
Union Pacific struck a deal with Canadian National to secure that rival’s support for its proposed $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern railroad
July 23, 2026
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India's Cockroach movement holds a capital sit-in as police crack down on protests
Young protesters in India are camping on the streets of New Delhi
July 23, 2026
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Woman anonymously hides cash envelopes to spark kindness
Woman anonymously hides cash envelopes to spark kindness
July 24, 2026
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US aims for interim trade deals with Canada, Mexico by year-end
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July 22, 2026
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US Treasury bill issuance grows, heightens long-term risk
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July 23, 2026
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Dow forecasts quarterly core profit slightly above estimates, warns of Middle East uncertainty
Dow Inc forecast third-quarter core profit slightly above Wall Street expectations, while warning that the quarter ahead remains difficult to predict as the U.S.-
July 23, 2026
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More Amazon and gig workers are turning to SNAP and Medicaid to make ends meet, study finds
More Amazon and gig workers are turning to SNAP and Medicaid to make ends meet, study finds
July 24, 2026
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Average 30-year US mortgage rate climbs to 6.58%, highest level in nearly a year
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in nearly 12 months, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers at a time when rising oil prices are already squeezing household budgets
July 23, 2026
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‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home
‘Up in smoke’: Attacks on ‘Russia’s Amazon’ bring Putin’s war closer to home
July 23, 2026
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Mexico inflation undershoots forecasts; core rate returns to target range
Mexico's annual inflation rate decelerated for an eighth consecutive fortnight in early July, official data showed on Thursday, slowing more
July 23, 2026
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US says Saudi nuclear deal off without Israel recognition
U.S.
July 23, 2026
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US Justice Department streamlines merger review process
The U.S.
July 23, 2026
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Lazard revamps advisory business, posts 91% drop in quarterly profit
(In first paragraph, corrects to show that the positions were not cut but staff was replaced and corrects time period to 2023 to 2025.
July 23, 2026
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Anthropic mulls mandatory employee stock trading plans after IPO, The Information reports
Anthropic is considering requiring rank-and-file employees to sell stock through preset trading plans after it goes public to avoid
July 23, 2026
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Dollar hits new 40-year high versus yen, euro softer after ECB stands pat on rates
The dollar strengthened to a fresh 40-year high against the yen and climbed against the euro on Thursday as oil prices continued to shoot higher on
July 23, 2026
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Oil settles over $100 as Houthi attacks intensify Middle East supply risks
Oil prices settled above $100 on Thursday for the first time since May after Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea,
July 23, 2026
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Concerns of Palestinian economic crisis grow as Israeli banks prepare to cut ties
Two Israeli banks will halt working with their Palestinian counterparts in the coming months citing risks of associating with
July 23, 2026
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White House monitors OpenAI's 'rogue' AI incident, lawmakers propose 'kill switch'
U.S.
July 23, 2026
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South Africa central bank surprises with rate hold, says policy tight enough
South Africa's central bank surprised investors and economists by keeping its main lending rate unchanged on Thursday, saying its
July 23, 2026
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US pledges over $200 million in aid to Red Cross agencies
The United States will give over $200 million in aid to the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent
July 23, 2026
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Wall St falls as tech earnings spark AI spending worries and oil hits $100
Wall Street indexes closed lower on Thursday with Nasdaq sinking more than 2% as the latest earnings updates from large technology companies
July 23, 2026
Economy|Technology|World
Stocks sink on Big Tech cash burn; oil hits $100 for first time since May
Oil prices spiked to $100 a barrel on Thursday for the first time since May, while major tech giants knocked U.S. stocks lower and Europe's
July 23, 2026
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Vermont manufacturers react to President Trump announcing new tariffs on Canadian goods
Vermont manufacturers react to President Trump announcing new tariffs on Canadian goods
July 23, 2026
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Dog's drowning at daycare sparks protest
Dog's drowning at daycare sparks protest
July 23, 2026
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The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war
The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war
July 23, 2026
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Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release
Man seen in viral ICE arrest video speaks publicly for first time after release
July 23, 2026
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Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns
Spain has nominated Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz to head the United Nations labour agency, potentially making her the first woman to
July 23, 2026
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Tesla's once-bullish tone on robotaxis shifts
A year ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company's robotaxi network would expand at a "hyper-exponential rate" and be available to
July 23, 2026
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Comcast's Peacock records first ever profit on World Cup, 'Love Island USA' boost
Comcast's Peacock streaming service reported its first quarterly profit on Thursday, as the soccer World Cup and the hit reality show "Love Island USA"
July 23, 2026
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A Super Bowl in Charlotte? David Tepper's $1.3B stadium renovation project could help pave the way
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is investing an additional $500 million into stadium renovations with the hopes of bringing more major events to Charlotte including the Super Bowl, the NFL draft and the 2031 Women’s World Cup
July 23, 2026
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The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969
The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969
July 23, 2026
Economy|World
With bombing campaign unlikely to change Iran’s posture according to US intel, Trump faces limited options
With bombing campaign unlikely to change Iran’s posture according to US intel, Trump faces limited options
July 23, 2026
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Magnificent cash burn
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets There was a familiar playbook in response to Alphabet's earnings
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle
How the hunt for value sparked a U.S. private-label revolution
Bill Peterson used to go to Whole Foods or Kroger for fruits, vegetables and milk.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
T-Mobile expects temporary hit from new pricier plans
T-Mobile said on Thursday it expects third-quarter postpaid account additions to decline sequentially as the telecom operator upgrades its rate plans,
July 23, 2026
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US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the Trump administration is ready to help end the war in Ukraine but acknowledges there's no quick path to a deal
July 23, 2026
Economy|Opinion|Science|Technology
New Trump administration rules on federal science funding could make American research slower, costlier and harder to share
Beyond deprioritizing scientific merit, the Trump administration’s proposal also restricts researchers’ ability to share their findings and collaborate with each other.
July 23, 2026
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US filings for unemployment aid fall to 187,000 last week, fewest since 1969
U.S. applications for jobless benefits tumbled to the lowest level in decades last week as layoffs remain historically low despite global economic uncertainty
July 23, 2026
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Europe's central bank holds rates steady amid swings in oil prices
The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation
July 23, 2026
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Detroit wants to elevate youth voices in leadership – that means giving them real power
Building relationships and creating equitable opportunities are critical to engaging Detroit’s young people in safe and positive activities.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology
There’s a business case for companies to embrace sustainability – if it’s pitched the right way
Many sustainability programs may be aiming at the wrong target because most entrepreneurs won’t become environmental activists.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle
How working out at the gym replaced the home improvement project
How working out at the gym replaced the home improvement project
July 23, 2026
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|Technology
US tests GMO flies in rush to fight flesh-eating livestock pest
At a U.S.-funded facility in Panama, scientists are preparing to launch the first outdoor tests of genetically modified
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Google hit with $1 billion EU fine, in 'constructive' talks to avoid more penalties
Alphabet's Google was fined a total of €890 million ($1 billion) on Thursday for flouting European Union rules aimed at reining in the power of Big Tech,
July 23, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science
Public opinion on abortion has shifted 4 years after Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade
More Americans now hold absolutist positions, supporting legal access to abortion in all or most cases and opposing government regulation altogether.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Nasdaq tops profit estimates on high-profile listings, robust data revenue
Nasdaq beat Wall Street estimates for second-quarter profit on Thursday, boosted by several high-profile listings on its exchange and strong demand for its data
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Mobileye founder's decision to step down as CEO, weak forecast hit shares
Amnon Shashua, CEO of Mobileye since founding it in 1999, will step down, just as the autonomous-driving technology firm makes a big push into a robotaxi service and robotics.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Alphabet's cash burn raises alarm for Big Tech as AI spending climbs
Alphabet's first cash burn on record has jolted investors awaiting more Big Tech results next week as soaring AI spending strains one of the
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Short sellers notch $15.5 billion profit as SpaceX shares slip -Ortex
Short sellers targeting SpaceX shares are sitting on an estimated $15.5 billion in paper profit since the rockets-to-AI firm's mid-June initial public offering, as its
July 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war
The European Union approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia over its war in Ukraine, imposing curbs on the
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology
Honeywell Technologies raises 2026 profit forecast in first post-split earnings
Honeywell Technologies raised its full-year 2026 profit forecast on Thursday, helped by resilient demand for its industrial and building automation products,
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Blackstone beats profit estimates with AI gains as assets hit $1.35 trillion
Blackstone beat analyst expectations for second-quarter income on Thursday as the world's largest alternative asset manager cashed
July 23, 2026
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Musk proposes peer review for frontier AI models in Economist interview
Elon Musk urged the world's leading AI firms to conduct peer reviews of one another's most advanced models before releasing them, The Economist reported on Thursday, as concerns
July 23, 2026
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Freeport-McMoRan's Q2 profit beats expectations, helped by rising copper prices
Freeport-McMoRan posted a second-quarter profit on Thursday that beat Wall Street's expectations as higher copper prices offset lower production at Indonesia's Grasberg mine, which
July 23, 2026
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American Airlines cuts 2026 outlook as fuel shock overwhelms revenue gains
American Airlines lowered its 2026 earnings forecast on Thursday, warning that a renewed surge in jet fuel costs could leave it
July 23, 2026
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Albertsons cuts annual forecasts amid cautious consumer spending; shares fall 15%
Albertsons cut its annual identical-sales and profit forecasts on Thursday and said it would accelerate investments in prices and its online business to better compete for cash-
July 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Myanmar leaders' return to ASEAN meetings 'still far off', bloc's envoy says
The participation of Myanmar leaders in top meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations is "still far off", the Philippines' foreign minister said on Thursday.
July 23, 2026
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ECB keeps rates unchanged but September hike firmly in play
The European Central Bank kept interest rates unchanged as expected on Thursday but held the door open to another increase in
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search
The European Union has fined Google $1 billion for breaking digital antitrust regulations
July 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
Shipowners halt calls at Ukraine's Black Sea ports, wary of Russian strikes
Shipowners halted vessel arrivals at Ukraine's Black Sea ports due to intensified Russian strikes, Kyiv said, as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned Moscow might escalate
July 23, 2026
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World
Crimea brings back public street phones for emergency calls
Russian-controlled Crimea has installed public street phones for emergency calls to the police and ambulance service, providing an alternative to mobile
July 23, 2026
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US investors rethink bonds' role as inflation reshapes portfolios
Some U.S. investors who once relied on bonds to cushion equity selloffs are making more room for commodities, infrastructure, private credit and other
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
RTX lifts 2026 forecasts on aircraft repair, defense demand
RTX raised its 2026 sales and profit forecasts on Thursday, betting on sustained demand for commercial aircraft maintenance and military systems,
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|World
Pakistan's US funding push after Iran war role draws skepticism from economists
Pakistan's push to convert some of its diplomatic goodwill with the Trump administration into economic support has drawn skepticism from economists, who
July 23, 2026
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Trump's consumer finance watchdog pick pledges 'open mind' on plans to fire most of the agency's workforce
Capital One executive Brian Johnson, U.S.
July 23, 2026
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UK factory orders remain in doldrums, cost pressures jump, CBI says
British manufacturing orders continued to deteriorate in July at the joint-fastest rate since September 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey on
July 23, 2026
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Chinese titanium firms seek aerospace foothold beyond home market
Chinese titanium suppliers used the Farnborough Airshow this week to court aerospace customers, betting tight global
July 23, 2026
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Lockheed Martin lifts 2026 forecasts as Pentagon seeks to restock weapons
Defense giant Lockheed Martin lifted its 2026 sales and profit forecasts on Thursday as the Pentagon looks to replenish weapons stockpiles amid a
July 23, 2026
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French business confidence improves in July despite Middle East conflict, heatwaves
French business confidence rose to a four-month high in July despite a new flare-up in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and record heatwaves at home, a monthly survey showed on
July 23, 2026
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Chipmaker CXMT debut spotlights China's state-funded path to tech power
Chipmaker CXMT's high-profile debut next week will mark a major milestone for China's state-led funding model, highlighting how
July 23, 2026
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Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov
U.S.
July 23, 2026
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Beijing seeks opinions on planned China-US tariff cuts on $30 billion in trade
China is seeking opinions from companies, business associations and local governments on proposed reciprocal tariff cut arrangements with the United States on about $30
July 23, 2026
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European shares post biggest drop in two weeks on oil surge, rate-hike concerns
European shares suffered their steepest one-day drop in over two weeks on Thursday, weighed down by lacklustre earnings,
July 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
South Korea shifting to ‘peace first’ North Korea policy, retains denuclearisation goal
South Korea is abandoning a "denuclearisation first" policy in favour of a "peace first" approach towards North Korea, Unification Minister Chung Dong-young
July 23, 2026
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Warsh's no-guidance approach confronts a hawkish world and hawkish Fed colleagues
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh may hope to stay mum about the Fed's rate plans, but fresh oil and potential tariff shocks and a hawkish tilt
July 23, 2026
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Shorts are back in fashion on Wall Street
Shorts are back in fashion on Wall Street
July 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Vietnam reaffirms trade talks, urges US to conclude trade investigation
Vietnam's foreign ministry said on Thursday that it remained committed to bringing trade negotiations with the United States to a conclusion, urging Washington to wrap up
July 23, 2026
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Renault's hit EV helps fend off Chinese rivals as quarterly sales rebound
Renault Group sales rebounded in the second quarter as strong demand for its Renault 5 electric vehicle helped the French automaker
July 23, 2026
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
Rubio reassures Asian allies they're not being abandoned as top diplomats meet
U.S.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Health
Switzerland's Galderma lifts full-year guidance after sales jump
Swiss skincare firm Galderma on Thursday reported a 24.6% jump in sales in the first half of 2026 and nudged up its full-year guidance, even as it flagged a potentially
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
In Gaza's tent camps, a cigarette lighter becomes a lifeline
In the sprawling tent camps of southern Gaza, a disposable cigarette lighter has become an unlikely luxury item, as essential to
July 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
Immigrant employment in the EU reaches record high, study shows
Immigrant employment in the European Union rose to a record high in 2025, narrowing the gap with workers born in the country but leaving significant
July 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Hyundai Motor misses Q2 forecast, keeps outlook as it plans new model launches
Hyundai Motor reported a 21% fall in second-quarter operating profit on Thursday, missing analysts' estimates, as weaker vehicle sales,
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology
Nokia Q2 profit beat as sales from AI, cloud doubled
Nokia reported a bigger than expected rise in its quarterly comparable operating profit on Thursday, as the Finnish telecom gear maker got a boost
July 23, 2026
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Nestle sheds water stake as it eyes faster growth
Nestle on Thursday said it expects to raise around €3 billion ($3.43 billion) from a joint venture with investment firm Platinum Equity for its water and
July 23, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World
Ambition and caution as Macquarie turns to a safe pair of hands
While Greg Ward was building Macquarie Group's mortgage book to the fifth-biggest in Australia, he was also cutting a figure as a respectable Porsche racer,
July 23, 2026
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AI will not trigger employment collapse, staffing company Adecco Group says
AI will not trigger a collapse in employment despite concerns the technology will displace large numbers of workers, a study by staffing company Adecco Group
July 23, 2026
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Can markets handle more strait talk?
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee After five months of tracking events in the Strait of Hormuz, investors are looking across the Arabian Peninsula as Iranian-
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance
Nestle to raise €3 billion from spin off of its water business
Nestle said on Thursday it expects to raise around €3 billion ($3.43 billion) from spinning off its water business into a 50-50 joint venture with U.S. investment firm
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Asian shares are mostly higher and Mideast tensions push Brent crude past $96
Asian shares are mostly higher, while the intensifying war with Iran pushed Brent crude past $96 a barrel
July 23, 2026
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Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary in Arizona, a blow to the party establishment
Amish Shah has won the Democratic primary for an open congressional seat in Arizona
July 23, 2026
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Intel, AMD sign long-term server CPU deals with Chinese clients as prices surge, sources say
U.S. chipmaking giants Intel and Advanced Micro Devices are signing longer-term purchase commitments with Chinese server customers for data
July 23, 2026
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Australia jobs blow past expectations in June, cements bets of another rate rise
Australian employment surged past all expectations in June, data showed on Thursday, in a sign of economic resilience that had markets wagering another hike
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
BOJ to raise rates again by December as weak yen revives inflation risks: Reuters poll
The Bank of Japan will raise its interest rate again by end-December and possibly as soon as October, according to a majority of economists in a Reuters
July 23, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea, raising risk of new chokepoint in Iran war
The Iranian-aligned Houthis on Thursday claimed military strikes on two Saudi oil tankers as part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia,
July 22, 2026
Economy|Environment|Political|Technology
Democrats seize on AI data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas
Democratic Texas governor's race nominee Gina Hinojosa is focusing on artificial intelligence data centers as a key issue in her campaign against Republican Gov. Greg Abbott
July 23, 2026
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Tropical Storm Bertha fuels a serious flood threat on the East Coast after making landfall in Louisiana
Tropical Storm Bertha fuels a serious flood threat on the East Coast after making landfall in Louisiana
July 21, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World
US Education Department probes five medical schools over admissions practices
The U.S.
July 23, 2026
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Macquarie investors back 'safe' insider CEO pick to keep bank on course
Australia's top investment bank Macquarie Group has appointed long-time insider Greg Ward to succeed CEO Shemara Wikramanayake, a choice investors said represented a "safe
July 23, 2026
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Macquarie taps veteran Greg Ward to succeed high-profile CEO Wikramanayake
Australian investment bank Macquarie Group on Thursday appointed long-serving executive Greg Ward to replace retiring CEO Shemara
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi militia attacked two Saudi Arabian oil tankers in a military operation, the group said on Thursday, and a Saudi news agency
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US
Shah nominated Democratic candidate in Arizona 1st District US House race, US media projects
Moderate Amish Shah on Wednesday won the Democratic Party primary election in Arizona's U.S.
July 23, 2026
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Australia's Domino's Pizza considering appeal options after class action court ruling
Domino's Pizza Enterprises said on Thursday it was considering an appeal after the Federal Court found the company made misleading representations about the application of certain
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Musk keeps Tesla-SpaceX merger speculation alive, cites growing overlap
Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday left the door open to the EV maker merging with his other trillion-dollar-plus-valued firm SpaceX, declining to
July 23, 2026
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US House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite Iran, Israel concerns
The U.S.
July 23, 2026
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US FDA says it is investigating another cyclosporiasis outbreak
The U.S. FDA has said it is investigating a new outbreak of cyclosporiasis, with 72 cases tied to an as-yet-unidentified source.
July 23, 2026
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After tackling discounts in China, Nike still needs to win back shoppers
After eight successive quarters of falling sales in China, Nike is pulling online sales rights from some of its biggest retail partners in
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
As Musk pivots beyond cars, Tesla’s autos engine is under strain
As Elon Musk pivots to robots and AI, he wants investors to stop thinking of Tesla as simply an automaker.
July 23, 2026
Economy|Political|World
The Latest: House adopts $95 billion budget proposal to fund Iran war and other Trump priorities
The House has adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities over objections from Democrats and a few GOP holdouts in a final push before the midterm elections
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance
Republican Hilton tells Californians they can hate Trump but still vote for him in governor's race
Republican Steve Hilton has kicked off his general election campaign for governor against Democrat Xavier Becerra
July 23, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
South Korea's Q2 GDP beats estimates on chip export boom
South Korea's economy grew faster than expectations in the second quarter, driven by a semiconductor export boom that offset a decline in construction
July 23, 2026
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US House advances Trump budget outline, election voting restrictions
U.S.
July 23, 2026
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Trump's tariff threat could impact Canadian economy but may be negotiation tactic, experts say
The U.S. threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods could impact the economy, but experts suggest it might be a negotiation tactic
July 23, 2026
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Speaker Johnson muscles through plan to fund Iran war and promote Trump’s ‘SAVE America Act’
Speaker Johnson muscles through plan to fund Iran war and promote Trump’s ‘SAVE America Act’
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology
Ford and Geely strike deal for EV production at Spanish plant, newspaper reports
Ford Motor and China's Geely have struck a landmark deal under which the U.S. automaker will sell part of its Almussafes plant near Valencia, paving the way for
July 22, 2026
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Swiss court orders fresh ruling for whistleblowers in multi-billion fraud case
Switzerland's highest court has ordered a fresh ruling in the case of three men accused of breaching bank secrecy laws over leaked data that helped expose the cum-ex tax
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
ServiceNow raises annual subscription revenue forecast again on AI-driven demand
ServiceNow on Wednesday raised its forecast for annual subscription revenue for the second time after beating second-quarter revenue and profit estimates, driven
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Texas Instruments forecasts upbeat revenue on analog chip demand
Texas Instruments forecast quarterly revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, signaling that spending on AI infrastructure and a recovery in industrial and
July 23, 2026
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Trump administration considers putting nuclear power plants in US waters
The Trump administration on Wednesday said it would evaluate putting nuclear energy projects in federal waters as part of its agenda to expand domestic energy production and speed
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
CSX second-quarter profit, revenue rises on intermodal demand
U.S. railroad operator CSX on Wednesday reported a rise in second-quarter profit and revenue, as strong intermodal shipments and higher pricing helped offset a challenging freight
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
IBM cuts annual revenue growth forecast as customers prioritize AI infrastructure spending
IBM cut its annual revenue growth forecast on Wednesday, days after shocking Wall Street with a warning that corporate spending was shifting toward AI-focused
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Kinder Morgan beats profit estimates on strong gas flows, raises outlook
U.S. pipeline operator Kinder Morgan raised its full-year outlook and beat Wall Street expectations for second-quarter profit on Wednesday, driven by higher natural
July 23, 2026
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Casino operator Las Vegas Sands quarterly profit, revenue slip on weak Macau business
Casino operator Las Vegas Sands reported a decline in second-quarter profit and revenue on Wednesday, as unusually low hold in rolling play in its Macau operations countered growth
July 23, 2026
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House votes to limit stock trading by members of Congress, elevating a campaign issue
The House has approved legislation that would bar members of Congress from purchasing individual stocks
July 23, 2026
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Trading Day: $100 oil looms
The Nasdaq fell on Wednesday, dragged down by software stocks ahead of some major tech earnings reports, while deepening conflict in the Middle
July 23, 2026
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Southwest Airline lowers 2026 profit floor as fuel costs blunt pricing gains
Southwest Airlines lowered the floor of its 2026 profit forecast and projected third-quarter earnings below Wall Street estimates
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology
Google increases capex forecast again after cloud-driven quarterly beat
Alphabet on Wednesday reported its best-ever quarter of growth for its cloud computing division, but faced investor scrutiny after concerns
July 23, 2026
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Raymond James profit rises on capital markets strength
Raymond James Financial reported a rise in third-quarter profit on Wednesday, helped by strong performance in its capital markets unit.
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Earnings at Musk's car company fall as research spending cuts into profit from selling cars
Tesla's profits fell last quarter as the car company run by Elon Musk shoveled more money into research and development, cutting into profits from a sharp increase in vehicle sales
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World
Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana
The U.S. National Hurricane Center said on Wednesday that Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana.
July 23, 2026
Economy|Science|Technology|World
Why is a US-Saudi nuclear pact causing alarm in Washington and the Middle East?
The Trump administration backs a nuclear energy pact with Riyadh allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium and process spent atomic fuel, a move that worries some U.S.
May 08, 2025
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New York City mayor taps ex-FTC Chair Khan for key economic post, separately faces suit over rent freeze
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration named former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on Wednesday as board chair of the New York
July 23, 2026
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House passes bill to restrict lawmaker stock trading, but larger fight to fully ban it looms
House passes bill to restrict lawmaker stock trading, but larger fight to fully ban it looms
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology
Will SpaceX buy Tesla? Musk is not revealing his plans
Will SpaceX buy Tesla? Musk is not revealing his plans
July 22, 2026
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A boater's photo may be 'the last picture' of group drowned in an Ohio river
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July 23, 2026
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House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill
The House has passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump’s request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for the Pentagon
July 23, 2026
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European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions
The European Union has approved Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Google's Q2 earnings of $112.11B beat Wall Street's expectations on AI boom
Google parent company Alphabet Inc. posted stronger-than-expected results for its second quarter, a sign that it’s massive artificial intelligence spending spree is paying off so far
July 23, 2026
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Oil prices rise another 3%, while Wall Street drifts in mixed trading
U.S. stock indexes barely budged after oil prices climbed another 3%
July 22, 2026
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Russia sanctions bill faces hurdles in Senate despite renewed push after Graham’s death
Russia sanctions bill faces hurdles in Senate despite renewed push after Graham’s death
July 23, 2026
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|World
Demand for critical minerals fuels conflict but could help resource-rich nations, WTO says
The head of the World Trade Organization says surging global demand for critical minerals should be “a once-in-a-lifetime chance” for resource-rich countries in Africa and elsewhere to harness wealth and improve life for millions
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Technology
Trump set to expand power cost pledge on data centers
President Donald Trump is set to unveil on Thursday a pledge backed by governors, lawmakers, utilities and data center
July 22, 2026
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Treasury's Bessent welcomes Pakistan's reforms, push to return to capital markets
U.S.
July 22, 2026
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Blind man inspires community with his gospel music
Blind man inspires community with his gospel music
July 23, 2026
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Wall Street indexes dip with technology earnings, rising oil in focus
The Nasdaq led Wall Street lower on Wednesday with a mixed performance from technology stocks, as investors waited for key earnings reports to
July 22, 2026
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Detroit grandmother's blight concerns prompt city action on abandoned home next door
Detroit grandmother's blight concerns prompt city action on abandoned home next door
July 23, 2026
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FCC votes to bar sales of devices with parts from Chinese firms posing risks
The Federal Communications Commission on Wednesday voted to bar sales of devices in the U.S. that contain key hardware from Chinese companies deemed to be
July 23, 2026
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Oil prices jump on US-Iran strikes, stocks flat ahead of Big Tech results
Oil prices rose to a six-week high on Wednesday as the U.S. and Iran traded strikes, further threatening energy
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
CME profit tops estimates, CEO says 'perps' chatter overshadows results
CME Group beat Wall Street's second-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, fueled by strong hedging demand, sending the derivatives exchange's shares up 6.1%.
July 22, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World
Zelenskiy speaks to US envoys, discusses weapons
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner spoke on Wednesday about the prospects for pursuing more active diplomacy and moving
July 23, 2026
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Comic-Con staying in San Diego through 2030, mayor announces
Comic-Con staying in San Diego through 2030, mayor announces
July 23, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|Health
Hungry for customers, Taco Bell is offering $1 lettuce-free deals
Hungry for customers, Taco Bell is offering $1 lettuce-free deals
July 23, 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World
Italy optimistic about downward revision of 2025 deficit, minister says
Italy is "cautiously optimistic" about a downward revision of its 2025 deficit, the economy minister said on Wednesday, reviving hopes that the country
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Wildberries, 'Russia's Amazon', becomes a target for Ukraine
From humble origins as a family business run out of an apartment near Moscow, Wildberries has grown in under two decades into Russia's top online retailer
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US politicians pitch aviation, space business at Farnborough Airshow
The U.S. boosted the size of its pavilion at the Farnborough Airshow by 22% this year, and U.S. politicians were out in force, vying with
July 22, 2026
Africa|Economy|Political|World
Germany vows support for Nigeria on security, seeks expanded economic ties
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul reaffirmed Berlin's commitment on Wednesday to supporting Nigeria on security as it battles militant groups, and
July 22, 2026
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Gold miners set for earnings growth, but higher costs could temper gains
Gold miners are expected to report sharply higher second-quarter profits, buoyed by stronger bullion prices, though the Iran war's impact on
July 22, 2026
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FDA panel to review popular peptides amid persistent consumer appetite
U.S.
July 22, 2026
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Vale shareholders elect Oliveira chairman after governance tensions
Shareholders of Vale on Wednesday elected Manuel Lino Oliveira as chairman of the Brazilian miner's board, a move backed by top shareholder Previ
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|World
Oil settles up more than 3% to six-week high as Mideast conflict threatens oil transit routes
Oil prices settled at their highest since June 11 on Wednesday on mounting supply concerns as hostilities continued to escalate between the U.S. and
July 22, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|World
US judge sets June 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro
A judge on Wednesday set a June 1, 2027, trial date for ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on U.S. drug
July 22, 2026
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Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war
U.S.
July 22, 2026
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US Senate panel approves bill cracking down on the sale of Chinese vehicles
The U.S.
July 22, 2026
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Aston Martin secures $735 million financing led by BlackRock-owned HPS Investment Partners
Aston Martin has secured £550 million ($735.57 million) in new debt financing led by funds managed by BlackRock-owned HPS Investment Partners, it said on Wednesday, bolstering
July 22, 2026
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US coffee drinkers could pay more if Trump punishes Nicaragua's election ban
U.S. coffee drinkers, already paying the highest prices in a decade, could eventually feel the effects of any reaction by Washington to Nicaraguan
July 22, 2026
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Daimler Truck raises profit forecast on tariffs and North America sales
Daimler Truck, one of the world's biggest truckmakers, raised its full-year adjusted operating profit forecast on Wednesday, citing an updated tariff framework and higher expected
July 22, 2026
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Alaska Air says its underlying business strengthened despite fuel-hit quarter
Alaska Air Group returned to profitability in June with a double-digit pretax margin despite fuel prices running nearly 70%
July 22, 2026
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Video shows high-speed chase through Fort Worth and Dallas end with 11 pounds of meth seized
Video shows high-speed chase through Fort Worth and Dallas end with 11 pounds of meth seized
July 23, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio warns Asian leaders
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Asian leaders that Iran's demand to control the Strait of Hormuz threatens the global economy and freedom of navigation
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Wellington, Vanguard, Blackstone launch funds targeting wealthy investors
Wellington Management, Vanguard and Blackstone are launching two funds that will offer investments in both public and private markets for a growing cohort
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
SpaceX plans Texas data center expansion, The Information reports
SpaceX is preparing for at least one new large-scale data center in Texas, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
July 22, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology
Zelle must face New York attorney general lawsuit over 'rampant' fraud, judge rules
A judge rejected Zelle's bid to dismiss a lawsuit by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who said the electronic payment platform's refusal to
July 22, 2026
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Penske, Mitsui make $3.8 billion offer to take auto retailer Penske Automotive private
Penske Corp and Mitsui <8031
July 22, 2026
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Panama weighs creation of state-owned miner to pave way for Cobre Panama re-opening
Panama is considering creating a state-owned mining firm to partner with Canada's First Quantum on the re-opening of the shuttered flagship Cobre Panama
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology
Repligen beefs up cell therapy business with $1.5 billion deal for BioLife
Repligen Corp said on Wednesday it would buy BioLife Solutions in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $1.5 billion, to expand the drugmaking equipment provider's
July 22, 2026
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US Treasury won't tolerate 'abusive' Wall Street tax strategies, Bessent says
The U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Amazon cuts jobs in its artificial general intelligence group
Amazon on Wednesday cut jobs in its artificial general intelligence group, marking the latest in a series of smaller reductions across the company
July 22, 2026
Economy|Finance|World
Bolivia nears $2.5-$2.8 billion IMF financing deal, minister says
Bolivia is "days away" from announcing an agreement with the International Monetary Fund for $2.5
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar edges lower after four-day run of gains, yen stalled near 40-year low
The dollar eased slightly from a one-week high on Wednesday after four straight daily advances, while the yen saw a modest recovery from its weakest
July 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Rubio meets China's Wang at regional gathering where Iran war looms large
U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|US
Uber, Lyft win court block on NYC law requiring notice before firing drivers
A federal judge has ruled that New York City cannot prohibit Uber Technologies and Lyft from deactivating drivers from their apps without advance notice, ruling
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
EU airline ownership review set to harden controls in blow to easyJet bids
The European Union is preparing a review of airline ownership rules to prevent foreign investors from
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
US Senate panel approves bill to crack down on Chinese vehicles
The U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Otis cuts annual profit forecast on rising costs; higher pricing offsets Mideast hit
Elevator maker Otis Worldwide on Wednesday cut its annual adjusted profit forecast on the back of increased costs,
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Porsche supervisory board backs tougher restructuring
Porsche's supervisory board gave its blessing to the next round of restructuring measures on Wednesday, a company spokesperson said, with media reporting
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Nestle nears sale of water business stake at close to €5 billion valuation, FT reports
Private equity firm Platinum Equity is nearing a
July 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
Shanghai holds compliance guidance meeting with automakers including Tesla, BYD
Shanghai authorities said on Wednesday it convened major automakers, dealer groups and internet platforms to reinforce compliance requirements as part of a campaign to
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Moody's quarterly profit jumps on bond issuance activity strength
Moody's reported a jump in second-quarter profit on Wednesday, as strong bond issuance activity drove growth in its ratings business.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Citigroup hires five US tech investment banking executives from rivals
Citigroup said on Wednesday it has hired five managing directors for its technology investment banking in the U.S. from Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Northern Trust quarterly profit jumps on Visa gain, strong fee income
Northern Trust reported an 88% jump in second-quarter profit on Wednesday, helped by a one-time gain tied to the Visa share exchange offer, along with strong fee income from asset
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Health
Philip Morris to lift Zyn investment, cigarette demand drives earnings beat
Philip Morris International said it would increase investment in its Zyn nicotine pouches as competition intensifies in the fast-growing category,
July 22, 2026
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Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz
President Donald Trump renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure on Wednesday, saying the U.S. would attack a bridge or power plant each time Tehran targets
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
S&P 500, Nasdaq open lower as caution builds ahead of Big Tech earnings
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Wednesday pressured by weakness in chip stocks, as investors remained cautious ahead of the first batch of Big Tech earnings that could
July 22, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|World
Ukraine hits more warehouses of Russia's top online retailer Wildberries
Ukraine has attacked two more warehouses of Russian online retailer Wildberries, its boss said on Wednesday, extending a series of drone strikes on a company at the heart
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science
Yolo County declares local emergency over golden mussel invasion
Yolo County declares local emergency over golden mussel invasion
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|US
As Lake Powell shrinks, marinas are having to adapt to dwindling water levels
Lake Powell, the second largest reservoir in the United States, is shrinking
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology
Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway
Texas resident Kenneth Kovar has a home energy setup from Ford, in which drivers of certain popular F-150 models can plug their vehicle directly into their electric meter to power their home during an outage
July 22, 2026
Crime|Economy|Education
Philadelphia’s criminal justice fines and fees fall hardest on poorest neighborhoods
New research maps where legal financial obligations are concentrated – and finds they overlap with poverty, violence and racial inequality.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science
The National Climate Assessment is broken – appointing Matthew Wielicki to lead it won’t help
What communities and businesses really need is information they can act on, with examples of what’s worked elsewhere and why – and what fails.
July 22, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health
Why 78 degrees isn’t the right thermostat setting for everyone during a heat wave
There is no single thermostat setting that is right for every person or every home. And there are other easy, low-cost steps that can help keep everyone comfortable when hot weather sets in.
July 22, 2026
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Marco Rubio tells diplomats to play down talk of American tech 'kill switch'
U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Intel results to test if AI-fueled rally has room to run
Intel's results on Thursday will show whether the American chip icon has the numbers to back a Wall Street rally that has sent its shares nearly three times higher this year, as
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal
From too many zeros to too few, and even the letter 'O' typed in its place, the new systems at the Pentagon have uncovered a trail of mistakes as the
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology
Many US patients opt for obesity drug injections, defying some expectations
Many patients have opted for injectable forms of the wildly popular GLP-1 obesity medications through a pilot program of the U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Meta employees' lawsuit shows that if AI fires you, proving it is the hard part
A novel lawsuit claiming that Meta Platforms relied on discriminatory AI tools to select employees for layoffs highlights the problems workers face in suing
July 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
US-India trade deal could be signed in 3-4 months, US official says
A long-awaited U.S.-India trade agreement could be signed within the next three to four months, a senior U.S. official said on Wednesday, indicating
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
AT&T tops targets for new wireless subscribers as bundle offers spur demand
AT&T topped quarterly estimates for wireless subscriber additions on Wednesday as cheaper unlimited plans paired with bundled mobile-broadband offerings
July 22, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World
Malta's capital hit by power cut as temperatures soar
Malta's capital Valletta was without power on Wednesday, a day after the island's prime minister issued an "unconditional" apology for a wave of power cuts across the
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
TE Connectivity projects upbeat quarterly results, to buy Astrodyne for $1.4 billion
Electronic equipment maker TE Connectivity on Wednesday forecast fourth-quarter profit and revenue above Wall Street expectations, betting on a boom in demand
July 22, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese president's US visit
U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
GE Vernova misses core profit estimates as Wind weakness persists
GE Vernova missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter adjusted core profit on Wednesday as losses in its Wind business widened, overshadowing strong growth in
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
UK's Segro signals support for Prologis' last-ditch $18.8 billion takeover bid
British warehousing group Segro said on Wednesday it was minded to back Prologis' £14 billion ($18.8 billion) takeover bid after investors urged
July 22, 2026
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World
Indonesia's Prabowo appoints new chief of troubled free meals agency
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has appointed long-time party loyalist and deputy agriculture minister Sudaryono as the new head of the agency overseeing his
July 22, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance
US FDIC has disciplined eight for sexual harassment since January 2025
The U.S.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health
Overstored pool chemicals and corroded sprinklers led to Georgia chemical plant fire, report says
A report concludes that more than twice the planned amount of swimming pool chemicals were improperly stored at a Georgia plant, leading to a fire in 2024
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Escalating Middle East war could slash global growth to 1.3% in 2026, World Bank chief economist says
Escalating hostilities between the United States and Iran could reignite inflation, drive interest rates higher and knock global growth back to as low
July 22, 2026
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New US 25% tariff hits billions of dollars in Brazilian exports
A new 25% U.S. tariff will hit a range of Brazilian goods on Wednesday, including farm machinery, wood products, ethanol and apparel, escalating
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Airbus shares jump as planemaker sets out targets and share buyback
Airbus shares jumped sharply on Wednesday after the European planemaker launched a €5 billion ($5.7 billion)
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Target names former 7-Eleven CEO DePinto to board
Target on Wednesday named former 7-Eleven CEO Joe DePinto to its board, adding an industry veteran as the retailer works to sustain a turnaround under new CEO Michael Fiddelke.
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World
Alphabetting
By Mike Dolan LONDON, July 22 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices, bond yields and chip stocks were rising in sync again
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
PulteGroup quarterly profit falls as home affordability pressure persists
PulteGroup on Wednesday posted a fall in second-quarter profit as the homebuilder's incentives for buyers facing challenges with high interest rates and rising costs weighed on the
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
US 30-year mortgage hits 11-month high, MBA says
The interest rate on the most popular type of U.S. home loan crept up again last week to the highest since last August with little prospect for an immediate break for would-be
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Jersey Mike’s, Reformation IPOs pose test for US retail listings
Sandwich chain Jersey Mike's and women's fashion retailer Reformation are advancing their planned IPOs, putting the spotlight on U.S. retail
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Separate US talks with Canada, Mexico test North America's trilateral trade pact
Separate U.S. negotiating tracks for Canada and Mexico are testing a trilateral free trade zone that has
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Ukraine agrees to export drones to US for Pentagon plan, source says
Ukraine has agreed to export drones to the United States to participate in the Pentagon's Drone Dominance programme, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on
July 22, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political
Messy primaries plague both major political parties, causing chaos and confusion in the midterms
As midterm campaigning heats up, both major political parties face unexpected challenges
July 22, 2026
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A new front is opening in the Iran war. Oil faces ‘no way out’
A new front is opening in the Iran war. Oil faces ‘no way out’
July 22, 2026
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Poland, Hungary's foreign worker curbs create headache for business
Facing a choice between upsetting businesses and a public opinion backlash, the Polish and
July 22, 2026
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South Africa inflation surge sets stage for another rate hike
South African inflation picked up more sharply than expected in June, bolstering expectations that the central bank will deliver a second
July 22, 2026
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UK house prices rose by 2.7% in year to May, ONS data shows
British house prices rose by 2.7% in the year to May, after rising by an
July 22, 2026
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UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive
Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Wednesday he would cut the price of single bus tickets by up to a third as
July 22, 2026
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Generic drugmaker Sandoz to engage with US after Trump tariff threat
Swiss generic drugmaker Sandoz said on Wednesday it would continue discussions with policymakers after U.S.
July 22, 2026
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UK inflation slows in temporary boost for new PM Burnham
British inflation cooled by more than expected last month as a brief de-escalation in the Iran war reduced fuel prices, but the slowdown is likely to offer
July 22, 2026
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BOJ on alert to price risks that may lead to faster rate hikes, sources say
The Bank of Japan remains on alert to upside inflation risks that could lead to faster interest rate hikes than markets project, said three sources familiar
July 22, 2026
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Europe's STOXX 600 closes at two-week high; Randstad soars
European shares ended at a two-week high on Wednesday, driven by energy and defence stocks, while Randstad soared in its strongest day since
July 22, 2026
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Canada FM urges Middle East de-escalation, calls South China Sea confrontation 'troubling'
Canada is calling for a de-escalation and a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East, with the situation "quite grave", its foreign minister Anita Anand said on Wednesday on
July 22, 2026
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Toxic gas slows efforts to rescue 13 workers trapped in India hydropower tunnel
Authorities say 13 workers are trapped inside a collapsed hydropower tunnel in India
July 22, 2026
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Pakistan seeks $10 billion fund from US after mediating Iran talks, sources say
Pakistan has asked the United States for a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility, according to two sources briefed on the matter, which, if approved, could
July 22, 2026
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Mideast war escalation threatens recovery in global oil refining
The escalating U.S.-Iran war threatens Asian oil refiners' plans to ramp up output in August, which could keep
July 22, 2026
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China's fiscal revenue expands 4.7% in first half
China's fiscal revenue rose 4.7% in the first half of 2026 from a year earlier, the finance ministry said on Wednesday, an acceleration from growth of 4% seen in the
July 22, 2026
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Contract chipmaker TSMC to raise prices by up to 10% in 2027, sources say
TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, plans to raise chipmaking prices by up to 10% from 2027, two sources familiar with the matter said late on Tuesday.
July 21, 2026
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The new ad for chips? An AI model Breaking Bad
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The AI trade is roaring back on Wednesday as export demand surges across Asia, lifting chipmaker stocks and pushing the
July 22, 2026
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Japan ready to take decisive currency action as yen hits 40-year low
Japan will take decisive action in the currency market if needed, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Wednesday, signalling
July 22, 2026
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Samsung in talks to invest in Mistral at 20 billion euro valuation, FT reports
South Korea's Samsung is in talks to invest hundreds of millions of euros in the AI start-up Mistral, as part of a fundraising round that could value the group at roughly €20
July 22, 2026
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Chile rains leave 13 dead, 7 missing, authorities say
The heavy rains that have hit much of Chile have left 13 people dead and seven missing, authorities said on Tuesday, while the government said it would seek sanctions on
July 22, 2026
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Hormuz vessel crossings fall further as security concerns linger
Vessel crossings via the Strait of Hormuz dropped further on Tuesday, shipping data showed, as security concerns lingered amid ongoing attacks by the United States and
July 22, 2026
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Nike to tighten online sales in China amid 'fragmented' marketplace
Nike is trying to lure back shoppers in China by controlling how its products are sold online, directing consumers to official Nike
July 22, 2026
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Nvidia supplier Wistron launches $700 million Texas factory for AI system production
Taiwan's Wistron, a supplier to Nvidia, launched a $700 million manufacturing facility in Texas on Tuesday to produce the U.S. chipmaker's latest AI systems,
July 22, 2026
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Britain's new prime minister must solve the old riddle of how to reinvigorate a slow-growing economy
Britain’s new leader, Andy Burnham, is facing the same old problem: How can he kickstart a sluggish economy so that growing companies and increased output generate enough additional revenue to boost defense spending and pay for everything else voters want without raising taxes
July 22, 2026
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India's FMCG sector faces margin squeeze as costs spike amid strong demand, price hikes
Indian consumer goods companies are expected to report pressure on first-quarter profit margins, as the Iran war-fuelled higher raw material costs outweighed
July 22, 2026
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Australia to increase oversight on auditors after KPMG scandal, regulator says
Australia's corporate regulator said on Wednesday it would increase its regulatory oversight of auditors following the KPMG leak scandal.
July 22, 2026
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Japan imports jump to record high on oil price surge, complicating BOJ policy
Japan's imports jumped to a record high in June, government data showed on Wednesday, as a weak yen and soaring oil prices drove up import costs and
July 22, 2026
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South Korean industry minister heads to US as tariff decision looms
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan headed to Washington on Wednesday for talks with senior U.S. officials on trade and investment cooperation, as Seoul braces for
July 22, 2026
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Trump to seek Congress approval for Saudi Arabia nuclear energy pact that lacks safeguards, sources say
The Trump administration plans to submit to Congress a pact with Saudi Arabia to share nuclear power technology that does not include safeguards the
July 22, 2026
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UK employer pay awards hold at 3.3%, Brightmine says
Pay settlements by British employers held steady in the three months to June despite concerns about the Iran war and economic uncertainty, according to data published on
July 22, 2026
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White House lawyer confirmed to judgeship after bashing Republican senators
A White House lawyer nominated by President Donald Trump to serve on a court that hears litigation regarding trade laws and tariff policies was confirmed to the
July 22, 2026
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Chilean government's sweeping reform bill advances in Congress
Chile's lower house approved most of a major reform bill on Tuesday, pushing forward President Jose Antonio Kast's plan to boost investment in the
July 22, 2026
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Saudi, UAE officials use social media to signal unity after months of tension
Senior Saudi and United Arab Emirates officials on Tuesday shared similar social media posts
July 22, 2026
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Canada cancels joint bridge celebration with US, citing Trump trade threats
Canada has canceled a planned joint celebration with the U.S. to mark the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, citing trade
July 22, 2026
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US cyclosporiasis cases top 4,100 as CDC investigates lettuce-linked outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has pegged the number of domestically acquired, lab-confirmed U.S. cyclosporiasis cases since May 1 at 4,173 after federal and state
July 22, 2026
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Foundations can outlive their charitable missions – and that’s a problem
The missions the foundations’ original donors champion during their lifetimes can become outdated after they’ve died.
July 16, 2026
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Trump says generic drugs to face no US tariffs for 2 years, then 100% and 200% tariffs later
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday all generic drugs being brought into the U.S. will continue having a tariff of 0% for two years starting from
July 22, 2026
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Trading Day: Stocks fly, yen sinks
World stocks rallied sharply on Tuesday, with strong gains in semiconductor shares more than offsetting any angst about the U.S.-Iran war and
July 22, 2026
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Japan exports in June jump 19.3% year/year
Japanese exports rose 19.3% year-on-year in June, up for a 10th straight month, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on Wednesday.
July 22, 2026
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Chile's Congress puts President Kast's economic overhaul on track to becoming law
Chile’s Congress has approved most of a major tax and economic overhaul promoted by President José Antonio Kast
July 22, 2026
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Canada cancels joint bridge-opening event with US after Trump announces tariffs
A planned joint U.S.-Canada ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge has been canceled after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on Canadian goods
July 22, 2026
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US anti-bias agency moves to end employer reporting of worker race, sex data
The U.S. agency that enforces laws banning workplace discrimination moved on Tuesday to scrap a requirement that employers annually submit data on the race and
July 22, 2026
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Interactive Brokers' quarterly profit leaps on brisk trading
Trading platform Interactive Brokers reported a 35% rise in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, bolstered by elevated trading activity due to a sharp rally in U.S. equity markets
July 22, 2026
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US and Solomon Islands discuss deepening ties, return of Peace Corps
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July 22, 2026
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Capital One second-quarter profit rises on higher interest income
Capital One Financial reported a rise in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, helped by higher interest income from its credit card business.
July 22, 2026
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War in Iran has cost the US $37.5 billion so far, Pentagon says
The cost of the United States' war in Iran has risen to $37.5 billion so far, U.S.
July 22, 2026
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Fuel costs cloud Alaska Air's outlook even as demand remains strong
Alaska Air Group on Tuesday forecast third-quarter results below Wall Street estimates and said it expected to recover only about
July 22, 2026
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Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5 billion as he defends funding request at fiery hearing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. war against Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far
July 21, 2026
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Union for United Airlines' mechanics, other staff, secures in-principle pact for new contract
A union representing over 11,000 mechanics and other employees at United Airlines secured an in-principle agreement for a new contract following two years of bargaining, it said on
July 22, 2026
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Strong consumer loan demand lifts Banorte quarterly profit
Mexico's Grupo Financiero Banorte reported a 6% rise in second-quarter net profit on Tuesday, slightly above estimates, boosted by strong demand
July 22, 2026
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Tankers with Saudi crude turn back as Houthis open new front in US-Iran war
Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Tuesday after threats from Yemen's Iran-
July 21, 2026
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US judge blocks Trump administration from stripping immigrants of work permits
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's
July 21, 2026
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Higher copper prices push Grupo Mexico quarterly profit up 79%
Mining and transportation conglomerate Grupo Mexico on Tuesday said its second-quarter net profit rose nearly 79% compared to the same period a year earlier, bolstered
July 22, 2026
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The Latest: Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion, so far
July 21, 2026
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TSA security to be privatized at Tampa International Airport under new federal program
TSA security to be privatized at Tampa International Airport under new federal program
July 21, 2026
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He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
The top federal prosecutor in Seattle who was fired last week less than an hour after being sworn in is suing the government over his termination
July 22, 2026
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US military training to suffer without funding boost, Hegseth says
U.S.
July 22, 2026
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US senator urges Wall Street to reject offer of paid early access to Trump posts
A top Democratic U.S. senator on Tuesday urged banks and trading firms to shun a new product offering early access to posts on
July 22, 2026
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Coal sector urges Trump administration to provide financing for existing, new power plants
A coal council that advises the Trump administration urged the U.S.
July 21, 2026
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US sends first humanitarian flight to Cuba under new aid package
The U.S. on Tuesday sent a humanitarian flight to Cuba, the State Department said, the first part of a new $100 million assistance commitment that comes alongside U.S.
July 22, 2026
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Airbus says seeking more Pratt jet engines in 2027
Airbus said on Tuesday it was pushing for more engines from Pratt & Whitney for 2027 following a tug of war with airlines over supplies and hoped to receive
July 22, 2026
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Iraq's oil minister says US energy deals worth about $200 billion
Iraq's oil minister said on Tuesday that agreements signed between the oil ministry and U.S. companies during the Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit to U.S. were
July 22, 2026
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Insurer Chubb posts higher second-quarter profit on strong underwriting business
Property and casualty insurer Chubb reported a rise in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, helped by strong underwriting performance and investment returns.
July 22, 2026
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Goldman Sachs creates private markets platform for wealthy clients, memo shows
Goldman Sachs has created a new platform as it looks to expand its private market offerings for wealthy clients, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Tuesday.
July 22, 2026
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MLB players propose expanded draft eligibility in another sign of looming labor confrontation
Baseball players have proposed expanding eligibility for the amateur draft rather than decreasing it, maintaining 20 rounds of selections and moving it back to June
July 22, 2026
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US sends food for Cuban residents while still pressuring island's government
A cargo plane packed with food and hygiene kits has left Miami for Cuba as part of the U.S. government’s humanitarian assistance efforts for the people of the island nation
July 22, 2026
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AI stocks lead Wall Street higher, even as Brent oil's price tops $91
More gains for makers of computer chips and other AI winners carried Wall Street higher
July 21, 2026
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Carney says he and Trump will intensify trade negotiations after US hiked tariffs by 50%
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to intensify trade negotiations between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico
July 22, 2026
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Trump risks reigniting a trade war with new tariffs on Canada
Justin Wolfers joins The Lead.
July 21, 2026
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Senate panel advances Jay Clayton's nomination to lead US intelligence agencies
The Senate Intelligence Committee has advanced the nomination of Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s pick to head the nation’s intelligence agencies
July 22, 2026
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Trump administration says it's deferring $1B in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota
The Trump administration says it's deferring over $1 billion in Medicaid payments to Minnesota and California because of suspected fraud and noncompliance
July 22, 2026
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Boeing versus Airbus as aircraft orders top 300 at Farnborough airshow
Airlines have unveiled over 300 plane orders as the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom nears conclusion, with Boeing holding a slight
July 20, 2026
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Airbus targets near-doubling of earnings by 2029, launches buyback
Airbus laid out medium-term targets including a near doubling of profits and stronger shareholder returns on Tuesday, signalling confidence in its ability to
July 21, 2026
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Carney says he will intensify trade talks with Trump; most premiers pledge to keep US alcohol bans
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and U.S.
July 21, 2026
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US urges isolating Nicaragua after Ortega vows to end elections
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July 21, 2026
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Stocks jump with chipmakers; oil rises to 5-week high
Major stock indexes rose on Tuesday with the Nasdaq and chipmaker shares surging, while oil prices climbed to a five
July 21, 2026
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Moldova approves new government led by Vasile Tofan
Moldova's parliament approved a new government led by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan on Tuesday, after he laid out his cabinet's programme, pledging to
July 21, 2026
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Asian refiners look to Suez Canal to move Saudi oil amid Houthi shipping threats
Asian refiners are seeking to ship crude oil from Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port through the Suez Canal and around Africa after Yemen's Iran-aligned
July 21, 2026
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Rio Tinto exits aluminum composites business, transfers customers to Canada's Cymat
Rio Tinto has agreed to transfer customers from its aluminium metal matrix composites (MMC) business to Canada's Cymat Technologies, as the world's largest iron ore producer exits
July 21, 2026
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Trump misses the net with tariff on Canadian ice hockey sticks
U.S.
July 21, 2026
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What to know about the 50% tariffs Trump is imposing on Canada
President Donald Trump has reached back to the Great Depression for an obscure trade weapon he can use to wallop Canada again
July 22, 2026
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Wall St ends higher on chip stocks recovery; earnings in focus
Wall Street's main indexes closed higher on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq leading gains as a steep rally in semiconductor shares helped shift the focus
July 21, 2026
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US appeals court raises prospect of re-arrest of pro-Palestinian advocate Mahdawi
A U.S. appeals court ruled on Tuesday that a lower court lacked the jurisdiction to order the Trump administration to release pro-Palestinian advocate Mohsen
July 21, 2026
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Senate Democrat calls for probe of US derivatives regulator's staff cuts
President Donald Trump's deep staffing cuts at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission could hamper its ability to enforce the law and should be investigated by the
July 22, 2026
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Vandals wreck Habitat for Humanity home days before family was set to move in
Vandals wreck Habitat for Humanity home days before family was set to move in
July 22, 2026
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US pauses $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California, Minnesota
The Trump administration is pausing $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota over "suspected fraud and noncompliance," U.S.
July 21, 2026
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Tebas: Infantino should resign for 'destroying the football industry'
La Liga president Javier Tebas has called on Gianni Infantino to resign as head of FIFA
July 22, 2026
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Mammoth sign defenseman John Marino to 8-year, $54 million extension
The Utah Mammoth have signed defenseman John Marino to an eight-year, $54 million extension with an annual average value of $6.75 million
July 21, 2026
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Embraer secures deals for 28 E2 jets as Abra places first order
Brazilian planemaker Embraer announced orders on Tuesday for 28 E2 aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow in England,
July 21, 2026
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Apple to launch 'Upgrade' device leasing program to spur sales, Bloomberg News reports
Apple is launching a device leasing program called 'Apple Upgrade' on July 28 in the U.S. to boost sales, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people with knowledge of the
July 21, 2026
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Italian court rejects TIM's precautionary appeal in network tariff dispute
A Milan court has rejected a request for precautionary measures filed by Telecom Italia (TIM) against KKR-backed FiberCop over new tariffs for access to Italy's main fixed-
July 21, 2026
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Novartis backs full year forecast after $6 billion profit beat helped by one-offs
By Bhanvi Satija and Marleen Kaesebier LONDON, July 21 - Novartis beat second-quarter profit forecasts and kept its 2026 outlook unchanged on Tuesday, saying one-off benefits that helped the quarter
July 21, 2026
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FBI Kansas City: 19 arrested, 9 children found during World Cup anti-trafficking operation
FBI Kansas City: 19 arrested, 9 children found during World Cup anti-trafficking operation
July 22, 2026
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Dollar advances as oil prices rise after latest US-Iran strikes, Houthi blockade
The U.S. dollar climbed on Tuesday and was poised for a fourth straight session of gains, as the latest round of attacks in the Middle East pushed
July 21, 2026
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Businesses facing uncertainty after Cottonwood Fire, flash floods impact tourism
Businesses facing uncertainty after Cottonwood Fire, flash floods impact tourism
July 22, 2026
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Oil prices rise to five-week high on US-Iran attacks, Houthi blockade threat
Oil prices climbed about 2% on Tuesday to a five-week high, on worries that energy supply disruptions could worsen in the Middle East due to more
July 21, 2026
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US announces trade deal with Jordan
The United States on Tuesday announced a trade deal with Jordan that the White House said would remove barriers for U.S. exporters and provide new access for critical U.S.
July 21, 2026
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US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes
A group of 25 U.S. lawmakers has written to U.S.
July 21, 2026
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Italy to use EU budget leeway to fund energy-relief measures in 2027-2028
Italy plans to use the European Union's so-called "escape clause" from the bloc's budget rules to fund measures aimed at softening energy costs in 2027 and 2028, a statement
July 21, 2026
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US, Mexico resume USMCA trade talks as Trump hits Canada with new tariffs
U.S. and Mexican trade negotiators launched a third round of bilateral talks on Tuesday to try to revise the North American trade agreement, just as
July 21, 2026
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Developed market debt to hit record $75.8 trillion as shocks and spending pressures mount, Fitch says
Government debt across developed economies is set to climb to a record $75.8 trillion by the end of 2026 as countries struggle with persistent budget deficits
July 21, 2026
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Kremlin says Russian online retailer Wildberries suffered losses in warehouse attacks
Online retailer Wildberries, Russia's answer to Amazon, and the merchants who trade through it are grappling with losses in the wake of Ukrainian attacks on warehouses
July 21, 2026
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Amgen settles shareholder lawsuit claiming it hid $10.7 billion tax bill
Amgen reached a $74 million settlement of a lawsuit accusing the biotechnology company of waiting too long to disclose that it might owe the Internal
July 21, 2026
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India student protests give opposition a rare opening against Modi
By Krishna N.
July 21, 2026
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UN says nearly 150 migrants are dead or missing off West Africa in separate incidents
The United Nations refugee agency says it is “extremely saddened” after nearly 150 people died or went missing off Mauritania last week
July 21, 2026
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US Treasury's Bessent tells Fox Business 50% Canada tariffs are 'reciprocity'
U.S.
July 21, 2026
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US exchanges to see volume boost, but regulatory stance to take center stage
U.S. exchanges will this week start reporting results, which will see a boost from volatility-driven trading volumes, but analysts are likely to weigh that
July 21, 2026
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Canada's CPP taps foreign investors to grow C$100 billion bond program
Canada's biggest pension fund, CPP Investments, is tapping large
July 21, 2026
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Alphabet's Gemini delay, spending worries loom over earnings
Alphabet faces heightened scrutiny from investors as a delay in the launch of a model key to its AI ambitions adds to worries over the
July 21, 2026
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Morgan Stanley hires Barclays' Emma Taylor to co-lead global internet banking, sources say
Morgan Stanley is hiring Emma Taylor from Barclays as global co-head of internet investment banking, according to three people familiar with the matter.
July 21, 2026
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Houthis warn shipping companies to avoid Saudi ports, email shows
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia told shipping companies not to load or discharge cargo at Saudi Arabian ports or they may be
July 21, 2026
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Northrop Grumman raises 2026 forecasts on strong weapons demand
Defense supplier Northrop Grumman on Tuesday lifted its 2026 sales and adjusted profit forecast, supported by sustained demand for weapons amid a
July 21, 2026
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Boeing asks US to intervene over record EU loan to Airbus
Boeing has asked the U.S. government to press the European Union for transparency over a €3 billion ($3.43 billion) loan
July 21, 2026
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New UK finance minister calms market but investors see more tax and debt ahead
The surprise decision by Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to make John Healey his finance minister is adding to questions about how much extra
July 21, 2026
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Tesla expands robotaxi service to Orlando, Tampa ahead of earnings
Tesla on Tuesday expanded its robotaxi service to Orlando and Tampa, as the electric-vehicle maker races to prove that it can scale its autonomous ride-hailing business beyond its
July 21, 2026
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Wall St opens higher as chip stocks extend recovery; earnings in focus
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Tuesday as semiconductor shares extended a recovery from a recent selloff, while investors awaited major tech earnings for clues on the
July 21, 2026
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Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said on Tuesday he would cut taxes on electricity bills, the first of several early moves to signal
July 21, 2026
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BofA enhances AI-powered tool to resolve client needs faster
Bank of America said on Tuesday it has enhanced its AI-powered EricaAssist tool, which would help more than 18,000 customer service representatives resolve client needs
July 21, 2026
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US, China to hold AI talks in September, sources say
The United States and China will hold talks over AI in September, five people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the rival superpowers grapple with
July 21, 2026
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Trump administration to unveil forced labor trade action soon, says Greer
U.S.
July 21, 2026
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Russian attack kills three in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, officials say
A Russian guided-bomb attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least three people on Tuesday and injured more than a dozen, regional
July 21, 2026
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Google updates lightweight Gemini models, but flagship still delayed
Alphabet’s Google on Tuesday released a trio of cheaper versions of its Gemini AI model, but shared no timing updates for the flagship Pro model that
July 21, 2026
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Fewer children got US-backed HIV treatment after aid cuts, study finds
Around 77,000 fewer children worldwide received HIV treatment supported by the U.S. in
July 21, 2026
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Carney says he and Trump agreed to intensify trade talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he had spoken to U.S President Donald Trump on Tuesday and told reporters the two leaders had agreed to intensify trade
July 21, 2026
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Southeast Asia's top diplomats hold security talks in Manila as US-Iran fighting rages
Southeast Asia’s top diplomats have opened three days of talks in the Philippine capital with an agenda topped by their most daunting security problems
July 21, 2026
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Philadelphia-area groups help rescue cats and dogs from Texas shelters after flooding
Philadelphia-area groups help rescue cats and dogs from Texas shelters after flooding
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport plane train technicians ratify first-ever union contract
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport plane train technicians ratify first-ever union contract
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BlackRock-backed group commits $5 billion for Aligned Data Centers after completing acquisition
A consortium backed by BlackRock and Abu Dhabi-based fund MGX said on Tuesday it has committed an additional $5 billion in growth capital to Aligned Data Centers after closing its
July 21, 2026
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Brazil and US clash over future of payments as popular Pix system stirs global interest
Brazil's Pix, one of the world's most successful instant-payment systems, has become a flashpoint between Brasília and Washington as the Trump
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Mobileye to supply Stellantis with cloud-based driver assistance technology
Mobileye Global will supply Stellantis with cloud-driven advanced driver-assistance technology, the Israeli company said on Tuesday, as automakers race to meet rising demand for
July 21, 2026
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Marsh quarterly profit rises on strength in risk management business
Insurance brokerage Marsh reported a jump in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, as it benefited from robust demand for its risk management and consulting businesses.
July 21, 2026
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UK's Frasers boosts Hugo Boss stake over 30% mandatory bid threshold
British retailer Frasers said on Tuesday that it has raised its holdings in Hugo Boss to about 30.28%, crossing a key regulatory threshold in its takeover pursuit of the German
July 21, 2026
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U.S. auto industry races to purge Chinese connected-car hardware amid federal push
A nondescript facility south of Cleveland has become an early staging ground for the auto industry's next supply-chain pivot: replacing vehicle hardware
July 21, 2026
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D.R. Horton cuts annual revenue forecast as high costs dent margins
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Indonesia cuts budget of president's free meals programme further to $12.8 billion
Indonesia has further reduced its budget for President Prabowo Subianto's signature free school meals programme to 229 trillion rupiah ($12.81 billion) from 268 trillion
July 21, 2026
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Pratt & Whitney says engine maintenance disruption easing
Jet engine maker Pratt & Whitney said on Tuesday that the number of aircraft grounded as a result of engine-related issues had fallen 40% from an unspecified
July 21, 2026
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MSCI shares fall as company raises expense forecast
MSCI raised its full-year operating expense forecast on Tuesday, citing acquisition-related costs,
July 21, 2026
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Genuine Parts cuts full-year profit forecast on inflation, weaker consumer spending
Auto parts distributor Genuine Parts lowered its full-year profit outlook on Tuesday, as rising costs and a tougher consumer environment weighed on its expectations.
July 21, 2026
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Equifax sees downbeat annual revenue amid tough mortgage market
Credit bureau Equifax said on Tuesday it expects full-year revenue below Wall Street estimates, as macroeconomic uncertainty pressures growth in the mortgage market.
July 21, 2026
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Rolls-Royce needs UK decision on narrowbody engine soon, says CEO
Britain's Rolls-Royce needs a decision from the UK government soon on whether it will provide a subsidy to help the engineering company develop
July 21, 2026
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Fed to hold rates this year despite high inflation, but economists cite high chances of a hike: Reuters poll
The Federal Reserve will keep its key interest rate steady for the rest of 2026 to tackle a five-year-long inflation problem, according to the median
July 21, 2026
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Africa's top health official asks US to lift Ebola-related travel restrictions on Uganda
The head of Africa's top public health agency said he had written to U.S. Health Secretary Robert F.
July 21, 2026
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China's foreign minister discusses trade balance with EU lawmakers
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told a delegation of European lawmakers in Beijing on Tuesday that China and the EU should promote an "upward dynamic balance" in
July 21, 2026
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GM boosts profit outlook, cites 'resilient' consumer demand
General Motors continues to navigate a messy global operating environment – tariffs, rising energy costs and other inflationary pressures – by leaning on an
July 21, 2026
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3M boosts annual profit forecast driven by resilient industrial unit
3M raised its full-year profit forecast on Tuesday, driven by strength in its safety & industrial business, as well as price hikes, which are expected to "
July 21, 2026
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Halliburton tumbles on tepid revenue forecast, Middle East recovery warning
Halliburton shares fell more than 6% on Tuesday after the U.S. oilfield services provider forecast weaker third-quarter revenue and flagged uncertainty about
July 21, 2026
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Microsoft to fund Mistral's European AI expansion in multibillion-dollar deal
Microsoft has agreed to spend billions of dollars on Mistral's computing infrastructure in Europe under a deal that will also expand distribution
July 21, 2026
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Charles Schwab posts record quarterly profit on trading boom
Brokerage firm Charles Schwab posted a record second-quarter profit on Tuesday, driven by robust trading activity and increased asset management fees.
July 21, 2026
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Turkey's opposition leader to form new party to challenge Erdogan
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel said on Tuesday he would resign his post and form a new party, a political splintering that compounds the
July 21, 2026
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Hasbro raises annual forecasts on digital gaming demand, 'Magic' boost
Hasbro raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts on Tuesday, betting on resilient demand for its digital gaming business and continued strength in "Magic: The
July 21, 2026
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As SEC football media days begin, the specter of recent Big Ten dominance looms
As SEC football media days begin, the specter of recent Big Ten dominance looms
July 21, 2026
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Thousands of African winter skiing tourists are flocking to snowy Lesotho
Lesotho attracts thousands each winter to its unique ski resort, the only such tourist attraction in sub-Saharan Africa
July 21, 2026
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WNBA enjoys 'hypergrowth' under Commissioner Cathy Engelbert amid strained relationship with players
The WNBA has grown at an exponential rate during Cathy Engelbert’s nearly seven years as commissioner of the league
July 21, 2026
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LIV Golf suffers setback with Asian Tour joining new alliance with European and PGA tours
The Asian Tour is joining a new strategic alliance with the PGA Tour and European tour
July 21, 2026
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How to use TIPS in your portfolio
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities can hedge inflation, manage risk, and protect retirement income
July 21, 2026
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On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation
On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation
July 21, 2026
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European shares gain as tech strength offsets oil jump
European shares rose on Tuesday as gains in technology and mining shares took the focus away from fresh strikes in the Middle
July 21, 2026
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ASEAN top diplomats meet, voice 'serious concern' over Middle East hostilities
The Middle East crisis overshadowed a diplomatic gathering in Southeast Asia on Tuesday, where foreign ministers voiced concerns over
July 21, 2026
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German firms' 'Made for Germany' investment initiative pledges €800 billion
A German corporate initiative called "Made for Germany" on Tuesday said its 139 member firms have committed to invest more than €800 billion in the country through 2028.
July 21, 2026
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India summons senior Russian diplomat over deaths of four Indians on ship in Black Sea
India said it had summoned a senior Russian diplomat on Tuesday and expressed "grave concerns" after a missile strike killed four Indians on a Black Sea cargo ship that
July 21, 2026
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Global hunger declines across continents but climate, trade risks loom, UN says
Global hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, with improvements recorded across every continent, although mounting risks
July 21, 2026
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Tesla cash burn to test investor faith in AI bets
Tesla is expected to report its first quarterly cash burn in over two years on Wednesday, as its spending on AI and robotics soars, intensifying
July 21, 2026
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From 1 to 10: Inside the 20-year status decline of the American passport
From 1 to 10: Inside the 20-year status decline of the American passport
July 21, 2026
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Trump prepares fresh tariffs on dozens of countries, FT reports
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July 21, 2026
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Tariff reprise
By Mike Dolan What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Global stock markets may just be weary of the back-and-forth in the Middle East, but
July 21, 2026
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International criminal groups use technology to expand in and beyond Asia, UN report says
A U.N. report says Southeast Asia-based criminal groups are using increasingly integrated networks and technology to build a rapidly growing illicit economy with tentacles that reach far beyond Asia, costing victims more than $88 billion a year alone in frauds linked to online scams
July 21, 2026
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Conflicts and energy shocks threaten progress against global hunger, UN agency head warns
Conflicts and disruptions to global energy markets could push millions more people into hunger by driving up fuel, fertilizer and food costs
July 21, 2026
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‘It’s a wild west’: Inside Miami’s skyscraper boom
‘It’s a wild west’: Inside Miami’s skyscraper boom
July 21, 2026
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Euro zone banks tighten credit access on war fears
Euro zone banks tightened access to credit in the second quarter over geopolitical instability fears, and they expect further tightening in the current quarter, the
July 21, 2026
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Investors see pollution plan silver lining in EU carbon overhaul
A European Union plan to tie free pollution permits to investments in decarbonisation could enhance corporate accountability, investors said
July 21, 2026
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JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, sources say
JPMorgan and other U.S. banks are close to agreeing to provide some financing under Japan's $550 billion U.S. investment pledge,
July 21, 2026
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European banks set for profit boost from lending, trading windfall
After a surge in revenue at U.S. banks, European lenders are expected to follow suit this week when they report second-
July 21, 2026
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UK borrows less in June but fiscal challenge for Burnham remains huge
Britain's government borrowed £16 billion ($21.51 billion) in June, a third less than in the same month last year, according to official data which nonetheless showed the
July 21, 2026
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Weak UK jobs market holds steady as new PM Burnham takes office
Britain's jobs market appears to have stabilised at weak levels with official data showing annual wage growth and unemployment steady in the three months
July 21, 2026
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IMF says oil prices, weak monsoon pose biggest risks to India's FY27 GDP growth
India's GDP growth in 2026/27 faces key downside risks from a widening war in the Middle East that is driving up oil prices and a
July 21, 2026
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Crime gangs snare more than $88 billion in scams in Asia-Pacific, UN says
Scam gangs defrauded Asia-Pacific residents of at least $88 billion in 2025, a United Nations office said on Tuesday, with transnational crime groups
July 21, 2026
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Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi's first economic policy roadmap
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi vowed to boost investment in growth areas in her first economic blueprint finalised on Tuesday, a pledge overshadowed
July 21, 2026
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Oil trumps AI
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Oil, not AI, is driving global markets as investors struggle with contrasting signals: hopes of mediation in the fast-
July 21, 2026
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US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikes
The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz
July 21, 2026
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US military completes its latest strikes on Iran, marking the 10th successive night of attacks
The U.S. military said late on Monday it finished its latest round of strikes on Iran, saying it hit Iranian military command centers, missile and
July 21, 2026
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Trump administration sued by rights groups over attempted childcare funding cuts
Civil rights groups said they filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration on Monday over the government's attempt to restrict
July 21, 2026
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New Zealand and Philippines form comprehensive partnership
New Zealand and the Philippines have formed a comprehensive partnership, New Zealand foreign minister Winston Peters said on Tuesday.
July 21, 2026
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KPMG Australia taps insider as CEO in wake of audit leak scandal
KPMG Australia on Tuesday promoted a partner from within its own ranks to chief executive, two months after losing its leader to a scandal that erupted
July 21, 2026
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Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific
Hurricane Fausto has formed in the eastern Pacific far from Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and poses no threat to land
July 21, 2026
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Houthi Red Sea blockade would lift oil prices, but workarounds could limit impact
A successful effort by Yemen's Houthis to shut the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would strike at one of the world's most important oil
July 21, 2026
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Diplomatic efforts seek to avert Trump split with UN refugee agency, sources say
The Trump administration has in recent weeks weighed cutting ties with the U.N. refugee
July 21, 2026
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Grid operator in US central states warns of potential rolling blackouts
The regional U.S. grid operator for 14 central states warned on Monday evening that it could order rolling blackouts because the power system was on the brink of
July 21, 2026
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South Korean economy likely slowed in Q2 after robust Q1 growth: Reuters poll
South Korea's economy likely grew at a much slower pace in the second quarter compared to the first three months of the year, as robust export growth was
July 21, 2026
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US imposes new 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products
President Donald Trump unveiled 50% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada on Monday in response to what the U.S. administration
July 21, 2026
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Sri Lanka uses air force drones to tackle spreading dengue outbreak
Sri Lanka's public health services and hospitals are battling the worst outbreak of mosquito-borne dengue in nearly a decade, and turning to the
July 21, 2026
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Nicaragua's Ortega says 'never again' for elections after two decades in power
Nicaragua's long-serving president Daniel Ortega said the Central American country will no longer hold elections, eliminating the possibility of an electoral challenge when his
July 20, 2026
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US suspends funding for US Virgin Islands' housing authority and accuses it of corruption
The U.S. government says it has suspended funding for the U.S. Virgin Islands’ housing authority after an investigation found widespread corruption
July 21, 2026
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Airbus CEO says H1 deliveries consistent with annual goal
Airbus is on track towards its full-year target of 870 deliveries after a 15% increase in the first half of the year as engine supplies stabilised, CEO
July 21, 2026
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Trump says he had 'very good conversation' with new British PM Burnham
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Son of Brazil's former President Bolsonaro secures US green card
Former Brazilian lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro and an ally of U.S.
July 21, 2026
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New Zealand Q2 inflation at 4.1% y/y, at more than two year high
New Zealand's annual inflation accelerated in the second quarter to a 2-1/2-year high, reinforcing expectations the central bank will raise the cash
July 21, 2026
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Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products
July 21, 2026
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Road deaths have declined globally since 1990 except in poorer countries, study finds
New estimates show road deaths are declining in the U.S. and globally
July 21, 2026
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North Korea, Russia foreign ministers hold strategic talks in Moscow, KCNA says
North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov held their third strategic dialogue in Moscow on Monday, North Korean state media KCNA
July 21, 2026
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Samsung launches first US credit card with Barclays, signals ambitions for deeper financial services push
Samsung Electronics on Monday launched its first U.S. co-branded credit card with Barclays, deepening its push into the financial services space in the
July 21, 2026
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Trading Day: War clouds darken
Escalating tensions in the Middle East finally weighed on Wall Street on Monday, after investors had earlier bought back beaten-down chip stocks
July 21, 2026
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US judge approves Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement of copyright lawsuit
A federal judge in San Francisco on Monday signed off on artificial intelligence company Anthropic's landmark $1.5 billion settlement of a class action lawsuit
July 21, 2026
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Capital One defeats lawsuit alleging excessive credit-card rates
Capital One persuaded a Maryland federal judge on Monday to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit accusing the bank of charging excessive interest rates to
July 21, 2026
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Not just Taco Bell: Parasite outbreak tied to lettuce dents restaurant traffic
Not just Taco Bell: Parasite outbreak tied to lettuce dents restaurant traffic
July 21, 2026
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US gas prices back up to an average of $4 a gallon again as the US and Iran launch attacks
U.S. gas prices have jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again as the U.S. and Iran launch more attacks
July 20, 2026
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Ebola quarantine center for Americans is up and working in Kenya despite a court ban, activists say
Kenyan activists accuse authorities of violating a court order to halt the setting up of an American-backed Ebola quarantine center in the country
July 21, 2026
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The Latest: US carries out more strikes on Iran in push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military says it’s carrying out its 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran in a push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
July 20, 2026
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On the day Andy Burnham becomes UK PM, a northern city loses trains to London
On the day Andy Burnham became prime minister after vowing to give greater powers and investment to the north of England, the region suffered a
July 20, 2026
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Trump orders tightening of defense supply-chain waiver rules
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order making it harder for U.S. defense contractors to obtain waivers allowing them to buy
July 21, 2026
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Wall Street indexes fall, with Iran and earnings season in focus
Wall Street's three major indexes finished lower on Monday while investors looked for moves toward Middle East de-escalation and waited for
July 20, 2026
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Chevron shuts in US Gulf platform in preparation for developing tropical storm
Chevron is shutting-in production at its Petronius facility in the U.S.
July 21, 2026
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Trump says he signed proclamation to adjust tariffs on aluminum imports
President Donald Trump said on Monday he signed a proclamation to adjust tariffs on imports of aluminum into the United States, adding the domestic
July 21, 2026
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Wall Street drifts as AI stocks hold steadier after last week’s losses
Wall Street drifted through a quiet day of trading as AI stocks trimmed some of their sharp recent losses
July 20, 2026
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FDA still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result
Federal health officials have remained focused on lettuce from Taylor Farms as the source of a multistate outbreak despite inaccurate test results reported over the weekend
July 21, 2026
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Andy Burnham becomes the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns
Andy Burnham has taken office as Britain’s new prime minister
July 20, 2026
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Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks, granting states' request
A federal judge has ordered Paramount and Warner Bros
July 20, 2026
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Stocks fall as oil gains; Iran tensions, earnings in focus
Major stock indexes fell on Monday with investors cautious about developments in the U.S.-Iran war and ahead of earnings
July 20, 2026
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Houthis announce Saudi naval blockade, threatening new front in US-Iran war
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they would impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, opening a
July 20, 2026
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JetBlue wins auction for Spirit's LaGuardia flight slots
JetBlue won an auction for bankrupt Spirit Airlines' takeoff and landing slots at New York's LaGuardia airport for a purchase price of $58.5 million,
July 21, 2026
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Paramount Skydance ordered to pause Warner Bros acquisition through August 3
Paramount Skydance must pause its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros.
July 20, 2026
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US pledges to crack down on Haitian gangs making money off social media
The U.S. envoy to the United Nations says the U.S. government plans to stop violent gangs in Haiti from profiting off social media
July 21, 2026
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Private investors must pile cash into defence to fill public funding gap, executives say
Private investors are needed to funnel cash into European defence companies to plug the gap left by cash-strapped governments, but too often
July 20, 2026
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Oil settles 1% higher as hopes of renewed US-Iran negotiations offset Houthi threat
Oil prices settled over 1% higher on Monday after volatile trading through the session, as traders weighed hopes of renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations
July 20, 2026
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Florida GOP lawmaker and governor candidate says AI data center legislation keeps utility costs down
Florida Republican congressman and governor's race candidate Byron Donalds has announced legislation intended to prevent artificial intelligence data centers from increasing utility costs
July 20, 2026
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Fires, floods and record heat: This is the summer of compounding disasters
Fires, floods and record heat: This is the summer of compounding disasters
July 21, 2026
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US senators at airshow to reassure foreign defense contractors, urge tariff-free trade
A bipartisan group of nine U.S. senators on Monday sought to reassure defense contractors from American allies that growing demand for
July 20, 2026
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New Trump rule makes it harder for some immigrants to get green cards
New Trump rule makes it harder for some immigrants to get green cards
July 20, 2026
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Boeing class action over MAX 9 blowout decertified by US appeals court
A federal appeals court on Monday decertified a shareholder class action accusing Boeing of prioritizing profit over safety and overstating its commitment to
July 20, 2026
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Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, vows to end years of instability
Andy Burnham became Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday, pledging to reshape its politics to
July 20, 2026
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NY Fed survey finds highest credit application rate in nearly five years
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Domino's holds annual sales forecasts as value-seeking diners pressure growth
Dominos Pizza on Monday maintained its annual sales forecasts, but said a challenging macroeconomic environment continued to weigh on
July 20, 2026
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Four Indians killed in attack on ship leaving Ukraine's Odesa, New Delhi says
An attack on a ship leaving Ukraine's southern port of Odesa on Sunday killed four Indians and left another at hospital in a critical condition, India's foreign ministry said in a
July 20, 2026
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Mexico economy to grow less than previously expected on trade concerns
Mexico's economy will grow more slowly this year and next than previously forecast as concerns over trade rules with the United States continue to
July 20, 2026
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First job gives man with disabilities newfound confidence
First job gives man with disabilities newfound confidence
July 20, 2026
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US attacks deepen hardship, not dissent, in Iran's restive south
Opposition to Iran's clerical rulers has long simmered in the country's impoverished south.
July 20, 2026
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Oil transfer activity in Gulf of Oman slows following ship attacks, data shows
Oil transfers between tankers in waters outside the Strait of Hormuz have slowed following a wave of recent attacks on vessels by Iranian forces, according
July 20, 2026
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New UK leader Burnham says he will never take risks with economy
Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Monday he would never take risks with the economy, re-committing to a pledge to stick to the previous government's
July 20, 2026
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Google plans new chip to run Gemini models more efficiently, the Information reports
Google is developing a new server chip that would incorporate elements of its Gemini model directly into the hardware, in a bid to serve its AI models more efficiently to users,
July 20, 2026
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Andy Burnham, 'King of the North', becomes Britain's prime minister
After enduring one of the worst moments of his career when he lost his second bid for the Labour leadership in 2015, Andy Burnham
July 17, 2026
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UK's new PM, Burnham, promises to use 'political capital' to tackle social care
Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Monday he did not want to leave office having failed to tackle the nation's social care crisis, pledging to "use some of
July 20, 2026
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'Not much we don't do' | In rural Ohio, a ministry started its own landscaping business to combat homelessness
'Not much we don't do' | In rural Ohio, a ministry started its own landscaping business to combat homelessness
July 20, 2026
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Hungary investigates deal with China's BYD carmaker after ex-foreign minister takes job there
Hungary's government is investigating a major foreign investment by Chinese automaker BYD
July 20, 2026
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Gas prices back at $4 a gallon
Gas prices back at $4 a gallon
July 20, 2026
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Examining how much of your tax dollars paid for the World Cup in Kansas City
Examining how much of your tax dollars paid for the World Cup in Kansas City
July 20, 2026
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Airline executives caution planemakers not to rush release of next generation of aircraft
Airline executives on Monday cautioned planemakers Boeing and Airbus not to rush out a new generation of commercial jets
July 20, 2026
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Senator says US daylight saving time bill faces tough fight
A bill passed by the U.S.
July 20, 2026
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AliExpress hit with $629 million EU fine over sales of illegal, counterfeit products
Alibaba's AliExpress was hit with a record €550 million ($629 million) fine from the European Union on Monday for failing to tackle sales of illegal,
July 20, 2026
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AMC posts surprise profit as summer blockbusters boost US box office
AMC Entertainment turned in a surprise adjusted quarterly profit, the latest sign that U.S. cinema chains are rebounding thanks to a strong summer release slate
July 20, 2026
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No Gucci, no problem? Coty learns to live without flagship brand
Coty's $400 million deal to exit its flagship Gucci Beauty licence a year early will cost it a big chunk of near-term earnings, but could
July 20, 2026
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How UK PM Burnham's government might raise taxes
New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he may ask people to pay "a little more" in tax as the country faces major spending pressures from an
July 20, 2026
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Why oil prices haven't gone crazy despite 5 months of US-Iran war
As the United States and Israel went to war with Iran at the end of February, analysts predicted the price of crude oil could hit $150 a barrel or even rise
July 20, 2026
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India's infrastructure output rises 5% y/y in June under new series
India's infrastructure output grew 5% year-on-year in June, its fastest pace in five months, according to the first data released under a revised series with 2022-23 as
July 20, 2026
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Philippine Airlines signs for 15 Boeing 787s, with rights for five more
Philippine Airlines confirmed 15 firm orders for Boeing 787-10s on Monday, with purchase rights for another five of the widebody jetliners.
July 20, 2026
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Canada's annual inflation rate cools below forecast on cheaper fuel
Canada's annual inflation rate cooled more than expected to 2.8% in June, data showed on Monday, as gasoline costs fell sharply after the U.S. and Iran
July 20, 2026
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Coca-Cola appoints JPMorgan, Citi for India bottler IPO, sources say
Coca-Cola has appointed JPMorgan and Citi as bankers for a planned 2027 initial public offering of one of its majority-owned bottling
July 20, 2026
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Suzuki's no-frills cars once ruled India. Then buyers demanded frills.
(An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that Maruti Suzuki is selling fewer cars. It sold 1.82 million units in India in the latest fiscal year, up from a pre-COVID high of 1.73 million.)
July 20, 2026
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Wall St opens higher as chips recover, megacap earnings loom
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday, as chip stocks recovered from last week's pullback and investors awaited a key slate of earnings from major technology companies
July 20, 2026
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The Pentagon is desperate for funds — but key Republicans are skeptical
The Pentagon is desperate for funds — but key Republicans are skeptical
July 20, 2026
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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.
July 20, 2026
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Most Americans support conservation – here’s how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative got politicians from both parties on board too
An analysis of one major effort shows how to get Democrats and Republicans to agree to spend billions of dollars on a decades-long environmental restoration project.
July 20, 2026
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Now that the World Cup is over, can host cities turn their investment into a lasting social impact?
Studies suggest that, played right, hosting large sporting events can pay lasting noneconomic dividends. But it needs sustained effort.
July 20, 2026
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Featuring Trump on US coins and bills would put America in rare company
A professor of international relations counted the sitting leaders on over 1,000 of the world’s banknotes and coins; almost every one of them is a king or a queen.
July 20, 2026
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Chinese car sales in Mexico surge despite new tariffs
Mexican sales of Chinese-brand vehicles jumped nearly 30% in the first six months of the year despite steep tariffs imposed in January that were
July 20, 2026
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Japanese mayor makes history with maternity leave that caused a stir
The mayor of a small Japanese city became the first sitting mayor in the country to take maternity leave on Monday, a decision that has drawn some
July 20, 2026
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Chipmakers head for big profit gains, but will it be enough?
Chipmakers are in focus on Wall Street, with their shares turning mercurial this month and investors banking on a few dozen newly valuable
July 20, 2026
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Hut 8 signs $9.8 billion AI data center lease, fully commercializes Texas campus
Hut 8, a crypto-mining turned AI data center company, said on Monday it has signed a second 15-year lease worth $9.8 billion with an existing investment-grade customer, fully
July 20, 2026
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How PayPal went from Wall Street favorite to unwilling merger target
Five years ago PayPal was a Wall Street favorite and a leader in digital payments.
July 20, 2026
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UK government, Bezos back CuspAI's $450 million round as startup seeks to discover new materials
Britain's CuspAI said on Monday it has raised $450 million from investors including the UK government and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' investment fund, as the startup looks to
July 20, 2026
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Prosecutors win subpoenas for Philippine vice president Duterte's financial records in impeachment case
The Philippine Senate ordered banks and the Anti-Money Laundering Council on Monday to produce financial records for Vice President Sara Duterte, her husband and several
July 20, 2026
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Authorities restricting data centres amid AI boom
A growing number of governments, regulators and cities around the world are moving to freeze, restrict or ban new data centre construction, as concerns mount over electricity costs,
July 14, 2026
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US pump prices cross $4 again on renewed Middle East fighting
U.S. gasoline pump prices crossed the $4 a gallon mark on Monday as renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran further disrupt energy flows through the
July 20, 2026
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LXP Industrial Trust agrees to $5.2 billion deal by Brookfield, CPP Investments
LXP Industrial Trust will be taken private by Brookfield Asset Management and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board in a $5.2 billion all-cash deal, the industrial real estate
July 20, 2026
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Permira-backed womenswear retailer Reformation targets $1 billion valuation in US IPO
Permira-backed womenswear retailer Reformation is targeting a valuation of up to $1 billion in its U.S. initial public offering,
July 20, 2026
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The most violent ceasefire
By Mike Dolan What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets With TV screens dominated by all the hoopla surrounding Spain’s World Cup victory this
July 20, 2026
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China's new AI model halts new subscriptions as demand swamps capacity
The Chinese AI model Kimi K3 has suspended new subscriptions after overwhelming demand pushed its capacity close to its limits
July 20, 2026
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Ryanair profits slump as Iran war dampens fares, hikes fuel costs
Ryanair's profit slumped by a third in its most recent quarter on higher fuel costs and lower fares that look set to remain weak through the key summer
July 20, 2026
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Morocco to boost hotel beds by a fifth ahead of 2030 World Cup
Morocco plans to expand its hotel capacity by 60,000 beds, equal to about a fifth of its current total, by the time the country co-hosts the 2030 World
July 20, 2026
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MBDA unveils interceptor to counter mass drone attacks
By Florence Loeve PARIS, July 20 - European missile manufacturer MBDA is launching an interceptor to counter attacks by large numbers of low-cost munitions such as drones, as wars in Ukraine and the
July 20, 2026
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European shares tick lower as investors assess US-Iran jitters; tech earnings loom
European shares slipped on Monday as the deteriorating conflict in the Middle East stoked inflation fears ahead of a European Central Bank
July 20, 2026
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China's youth jobless rate falls to 12-month low in June
China's surveyed urban unemployment rate for youths in June dropped to the lowest level in 12 months, data released by the National Bureau of Statistics showed on Monday.
July 20, 2026
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KPMG Australia fines staff up to $126,000 for 'unacceptable' misconduct in audit scandal
KPMG Australia said on Monday it imposed penalties of up to A$180,000 ($125,838) on a group of staff after an
July 20, 2026
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Portugal's migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis
Jose Simao arrived in Portugal from Angola in 2022 to work as a bricklayer, part of a wave of immigration providing a welcome boost to the country's
July 20, 2026
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ECB survey sees moderating wage demands, selling price growth
Euro zone firms expect selling prices to rise more moderately and see a slowdown in wage growth, an ECB survey showed on Monday, adding to evidence that a recent energy-
July 20, 2026
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'I couldn't breathe':South Korea's frenzied stock trading exposes margin loan risks
Lee Seung-ho watched the nearly 300 million won ($202,515) stock trading fortune he built with a 500% margin loan evaporate in just four weeks in May, but he plans to borrow
July 20, 2026
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Danube water levels reach lowest in 30 years, hampering farming and shipping
Water levels of the Danube river in Romania fell to their lowest since 1996 over the weekend, prompting irrigation restrictions for farmers and partially disrupting
July 20, 2026
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Farnborough opens with Boeing, Airbus orders and air defence focus
Farnborough Airshow opened on Monday with Boeing and Airbus securing the first aircraft orders, while
July 20, 2026
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Could AI chip boom make ASML Europe's first trillion-dollar firm?
The global artificial intelligence boom has propelled ASML to the top of Europe's stock market, as soaring demand for AI computer
July 20, 2026
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Rising oil, yields rain on AI party
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.
July 20, 2026
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Novartis faces drug pipeline test with valuation premium in focus
Novartis investors will look beyond Tuesday's quarterly results for indications about three major drug trial readouts due in the second half of the year
July 20, 2026
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Russia's Putin meets North Korea's top diplomat in Kremlin
Russia's President Vladimir Putin met North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui an the Kremlin on Sunday, thanking her for help in what Moscow calls the special military
July 20, 2026
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Indonesian parliament panel gives go-ahead to financial centres plan
An Indonesian parliamentary panel on Monday agreed with the government on key provisions in a bill for the foundation of international financial centres aimed at drawing
July 20, 2026
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Japanese beetle advances through northern Italy's vineyards and orchards, frustrating farmers
Iridescent green beetles native to Japan have invaded Italy, damaging orchards and vineyards
July 20, 2026
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How health insurers get a free pass to deny coverage from a 52-year-old law meant to protect worker pensions
A little-known law called ERISA bars millions of patients from suing for damages when health insurers wrongly deny claims.
July 02, 2026
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Indian students cool on 'American Dream' as EU opens its doors
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July 20, 2026
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Taiwan says Chinese vessel activity jumps, raising fears for Pacific supply routes
Taiwan detected a sharp rise in Chinese coast guard and research vessel activity around the island in June, prompting Taipei to plan drills simulating Chinese
July 20, 2026
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European chemical earnings to test demand recovery after conflict-led pricing boost
European chemical companies are expected to report second-quarter results reflecting temporary support from Middle East conflict-related
July 20, 2026
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As defaults on student loans surge, millions are trying to get their lives back on track
According to an Associated Press analysis, more than 4.2 million people across the country defaulted on student loans between April 2025 and March 2026
July 20, 2026
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In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, too much cash is breaking the economy
In most places, cash is king
July 20, 2026
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Electric cars became cheaper in Germany despite rising average prices
Models of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) became more affordable in Germany between 2020 and 2025, data from research organizations the International Council on Clean
July 20, 2026
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Trump says he told Carney that Canada must get wildfires under control
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July 20, 2026
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Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins
Troy Jackson effectively wraps up Maine Democrats’ nomination to face Sen. Susan Collins
July 19, 2026
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UK chief financial officers turn more hopeful about AI
The finance bosses at many of Britain's biggest companies are more optimistic about the impact of artificial intelligence on their businesses and a bit less worried about
July 20, 2026
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Samsung Biologics to launch $1.8 billion all-cash bid for PolyPeptide
South Korea's Samsung Biologics will launch a 1.46 billion Swiss francs ($1.81 billion) all-cash bid for Swiss contract drugmaker PolyPeptide, the companies said in separate
July 20, 2026
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TSMC expects 'strong, multi-year' demand for AI chips as it ramps up Arizona investment
TSMC is seeing strong, multi-year demand for its AI chips as it invests a further $100 billion to expand its Arizona facilities, but it
July 20, 2026
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Dollar firmer as US-Iran conflict intensifies, Brent hits $90
The dollar made a modest advance against most of its global peers at the start of Asian trading on Monday as the conflict in the Middle East
July 20, 2026
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US EV sales are down, but not out. Here’s why automakers won’t pull the plug
US EV sales are down, but not out. Here’s why automakers won’t pull the plug
July 19, 2026
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Second death reported in Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City
A second person has died in connection with an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York
July 19, 2026
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Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv and other cities and expose gaps in Ukraine's air defenses
Russia has attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with missiles, drones and bombs, killing at least six people
July 19, 2026
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Boeing focused on production, not new orders at Farnborough Airshow
The head of Boeing's commercial airplane unit said on Sunday that the company is focused on increasing and improving aircraft
July 19, 2026
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Ice cream prices melt: Falling butterfat prices bring relief to the freezer aisle
Ice cream prices melt: Falling butterfat prices bring relief to the freezer aisle
July 19, 2026
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Andy Biggs and David Schweikert offer competing visions for Republican Party in Arizona primary
Rep. Andy Biggs and Rep. David Schweikert are clashing in the Republican primary for Arizona governor
July 19, 2026
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Samsung cuts US jobs, offers relocations ahead of HQ move
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July 19, 2026
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Institutional demand for CXMT's $8.6 billion Shanghai IPO dented by chip stock selloff
Chinese chipmaker CXMT Corp's $8.6 billion initial public offering was more than 500 times oversubscribed by institutional investors, according to a filing on
July 19, 2026
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UK's Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies
Britain's next leader, Andy Burnham, will scrap government plans for a digital ID scheme when he takes office, signalling his intention to
July 19, 2026
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Chinese company demands compensation from the UK over British Steel nationalization
Jingye Group, the former owner of British Steel, has demanded compensation from the U.K. government for investment losses after the company's nationalization last week
July 19, 2026
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Men more likely than women to use job offers for pay rises, study finds
Men are more likely than women to use outside job opportunities as leverage to negotiate higher pay in their existing jobs, helping drive persistent gender wage gaps,
July 19, 2026
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Former China Development Bank president is under anti-corruption probe
China's top anti-graft watchdog has announced an investigation into a former president of China Development Bank
July 19, 2026
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Nigerian children pay the price for the Iran war as malnutrition and poverty surge
Health workers in northern Nigeria say more children are relapsing into malnutrition and cite knock-on effects from the war in the Middle East
July 19, 2026
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Mexico's Sheinbaum to attend World Cup final at President Trump's invitation
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said in a message on X that she would attend the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday at the invitation of U.S.
July 19, 2026
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US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military says it has carried out new airstrikes against Iran to “swiftly punish” the country’s Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members, left one more missing and four requiring hospitalization
July 18, 2026
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Data center opponents stage 142 protests across 42 US states
Opponents of the rapid buildout of data centers held 142 protests across 42 states on Saturday in the first nationwide effort to channel
July 18, 2026
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Delayed orders, confusion slowed Venezuelan military's response to quakes, sources say
Delayed orders from senior military commanders, a lack of basic equipment and overall confusion were among the issues that hindered the deployment of Venezuelan troops in the
July 18, 2026
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US says two military personnel killed by Iranian attack in Jordan
The U.S. military said on Saturday two of its personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing after an
July 18, 2026
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Canadian premier calls Trump’s threat to add wildfire pollution costs to tariffs ‘unacceptable’
Canadian premier calls Trump’s threat to add wildfire pollution costs to tariffs ‘unacceptable’
July 18, 2026
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Trump administration to fund Maga-aligned projects in Europe as he reorders US aid, FT reports
The Trump administration is preparing to unveil a series of grants in Europe and beyond to support Maga-aligned initiatives in pursuance of a dramatic overhaul of U.S. foreign aid
July 19, 2026
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Ukrainian drones hit warehouses and other sites across Russia, killing 9 and wounding over 80
Russian officials report that Ukrainian drone attacks overnight and later on Saturday have killed nine people and wounded more than 80 others
July 18, 2026
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Ontario premier says Trump's criticism of Canada's efforts to stop wildfires is 'absolutely unacceptable'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said U.S. criticism of Canadian efforts to stop the "terrible scenario" of spreading forest fires in his province and
July 18, 2026
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The new American dream: Having parents who can help pay for it
The new American dream: Having parents who can help pay for it
July 18, 2026
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Sen. Ossoff fuels reelection campaign with attacks on Trump
Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff has attracted national attention and praise from across the political left with his sweeping indictments of President Donald Trump
July 18, 2026
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Trump shifts his tone on Jimmy Carter while grappling with Iran, inflation and his own legacy
Donald Trump has shifted his tone on former President Jimmy Carter, whom he once sharply criticized
July 18, 2026
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Warehouse workers among 8 dead in deadliest Ukrainian attacks inside Russia for two years
Warehouse workers among 8 dead in deadliest Ukrainian attacks inside Russia for two years
July 18, 2026
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The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The United States and Iran are crossing each other's red lines, one after the other
July 18, 2026
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India's Skyroot launches Vikram-1 in first private orbital rocket mission
Indian space startup Skyroot Aerospace on Saturday launched the country's first privately developed orbital rocket, a key
July 18, 2026
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Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why
Britain hopes this man will save its economy. We went to Manchester to find out why
July 18, 2026
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Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs
President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Canada for wildfire smoke spreading across the United States and said he would add the "incalculable
July 17, 2026
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US and Iran escalate strikes across Mideast
The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensifies
July 17, 2026
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Federal employees can download TikTok on government devices, DOJ says
The U.S. Justice Department said on Friday that federal employees can now download the short-video app TikTok on government devices.
July 18, 2026
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US cancels automatic protections for imperiled animals as critics warn of extinctions
The U.S. Interior Department has canceled a rule meant to protect plants and animals that are determined to be threatened with extinction
July 18, 2026
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Top US prosecutor will not dispute DOJ decision to drop Indian tycoon Gautam Adani's criminal case
The top federal prosecutor in Brooklyn said he had no basis to dispute the U.S.
July 18, 2026
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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.
July 17, 2026
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US and Iran target infrastructure as strait shipping comes under further attack
The United States on Friday launched a seventh straight night of attacks on Iran, which in turn struck
July 17, 2026
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GameStop owns nearly 10% of eBay, SEC filing shows
Videogame retailer GameStop owns nearly 10% of e-commerce company eBay, the company said in a regulatory filing late on Friday, signaling its intent to push
July 18, 2026
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Boeing keeps 20-year forecast for jet demand steady, shrugs off Iran war impact
Boeing maintained its forecast for strong global demand for new commercial aircraft over the next 20 years, according to the U.S.
July 18, 2026
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Federal judge bars Trump administration from using obscure clause to make huge funding cuts
A federal judge in Boston has ruled the Trump administration can’t use an obscure clause relating to agency priorities to make funding cuts
July 18, 2026
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Meta in talks to rent some of its billions in AI infrastructure to Anthropic
Meta in talks to rent some of its billions in AI infrastructure to Anthropic
July 18, 2026
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Musk's SpaceX in talks to supply the Pentagon with computing power, WSJ reports
Elon Musk's SpaceX is in talks to provide the U.S.
July 18, 2026
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Meta, Anthropic in talks for potential $10 billion compute lease deal, source says
Meta Platforms is in talks to lease computing power to Anthropic in a potential deal worth up to $10 billion over two years, according to a source familiar with the matter.
July 17, 2026
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US lifts some Hong Kong sanctions imposed by Trump, autonomy status unchanged
The United States on Friday partially removed Hong Kong-related sanctions and trade restrictions imposed by President Donald Trump in 2020 over China's security
July 17, 2026
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Soccer-The economic goal that never came: World Cup falls short of boosting Mexico
The World Cup left stadiums packed and millions of fans euphoric in Mexico, but failed to lift a sluggish economy weighed down by weak investment and
July 18, 2026
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Trump Media pitched $100,000 monthly fee for fastest feed of US president's posts, sources say
Donald Trump's social media company has discussed
July 17, 2026
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US judge says Trump administration cannot revoke grants that conflict with its priorities
A federal judge on Friday ruled that U.S.
July 18, 2026
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The sell-off for AI stars worsens, while oil prices keep jumping
The sell-off for AI winners deepened and yanked stock markets lower worldwide
July 17, 2026
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FCC commissioner says Trump call to revoke ABC, NBC licenses is unconstitutional
The sole Democrat on the Federal Communications Commission on Friday criticized President Donald Trump's call for Disney-owned ABC and Comcast unit
July 18, 2026
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US restaurant chains hit by foodborne illness outbreaks
Foodborne illness outbreaks have repeatedly disrupted U.S. restaurant chains, triggering recalls, lawsuits and heightened regulatory scrutiny while pressuring customer traffic and
July 18, 2026
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SpaceX targets next week for another Starship launch attempt as shares slide on abort
SpaceX is targeting Monday for another attempt to launch its Starship rocket after a last-second abort during engine ignition on Thursday, a brief
July 18, 2026
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China set to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for 14th month in July
China is set to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for a 14th consecutive month in July, a Reuters survey showed, despite softer-than-expected second-quarter
July 17, 2026
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Wall St ends lower for the day and week as chip selloff broadens
Wall Street extended its decline on Friday as a pullback on stocks associated with the AI boom, which has driven many of the gains so
July 17, 2026
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US oil firms sign deals with Iraq to develop alternative shipping routes
U.S. companies have signed roughly $60 billion in agreements and partnerships with the Iraqi government, including deals intended to create alternative routes for shipping oil out of the Persian Gulf
July 18, 2026
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US lets Hong Kong emergency declaration lapse, lifting some sanctions as Trump order stays
The United States has not renewed the national emergency declaration over Hong Kong, lifting some sanctions but keeping an executive order that revoked Hong Kong's special trading status
July 17, 2026
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FAA says Boeing can resume self-certifying its jets as airworthy
The Federal Aviation Administration says Boeing will be allowed to take responsibility for certifying all of its 737 Max and 787 planes starting next week
July 18, 2026
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Chinese AI model takes US tech industry by surprise with abilities rivaling Claude and ChatGPT
Another powerful new artificial intelligence model from China is taking the U.S. tech industry by surprise
July 18, 2026
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Walmart names Kinnard to replace departing US COO Shanahan, memo shows
Kieran Shanahan, chief operating officer of Walmart's U.S. operations, is leaving the retailer and will be replaced by the company's international division COO, Kyle Kinnard, an
July 17, 2026
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World stocks fall in semiconductor rout; oil rises on Middle East escalation
Share indexes tumbled around the world on Friday, as heavyweight chip stocks plunged for a third consecutive day as investors
July 17, 2026
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Sanctioned tanker is leaking oil near Oman, according to satellite images and experts
A vessel under sanctions for moving Russian fuel is likely leaking oil in a protected marine area off the coast of Oman, according to
July 17, 2026
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Oil settles up on renewed US-Iran hostilities and threat of Red Sea closure
Oil prices climbed more than 4% to their highest in more than a month on Friday after the U.S. and Iran stepped up attacks across the Gulf, with shipping
July 17, 2026
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Top US tax lawyer forced out after White House clash over tax audits
The U.S. tax agency’s top attorney was forced from his role in recent days after refusing White House demands to participate in tax audits, according to
July 17, 2026
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FAA chief vows fast time-table to reform US air traffic control systems
The head of the Federal Aviation Administration says the agency needs another $10 billion from Congress to reform the antiquated U.S. air traffic
July 17, 2026
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Brazil finance chief pledges reciprocity, not retaliation, after new U.S. tariffs
Brazil Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on Friday there were no grounds for discussing retaliation against Washington's latest tariffs, promising instead to carefully
July 17, 2026
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Fed rate-hike voices swell before July decision, rates still seen on hold
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack on Friday added her voice to a growing chorus of policymakers arguing interest rates may need to rise to beat back persistent
July 17, 2026
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Apple in early settlement talks with US DOJ over antitrust case, Bloomberg News reports
Apple and the U.S.
July 17, 2026
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US judge won't block Meta from laying off workers who filed AI discrimination lawsuit
A U.S. judge on Friday rejected a bid by 26 employees of Meta Platforms to block the tech giant from laying them off while they pursue claims that they were
July 17, 2026
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Chip stock pullback sparks worries about AI rally strength, leveraged trades
A brutal week for chip stocks — the same names that fueled this year's blistering market rally — has left investors from
July 17, 2026
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‘Extremely difficult’: Coroner recalls 2-year-old boy in bed at scene of triple homicide
‘Extremely difficult’: Coroner recalls 2-year-old boy in bed at scene of triple homicide
July 17, 2026
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Trump regulator orders Kalshi to defy Michigan court – escalating battle over prediction markets
Trump regulator orders Kalshi to defy Michigan court – escalating battle over prediction markets
July 17, 2026
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Fuel crisis, attacks in Azov Sea tighten squeeze on Russian farmers
Vladimir Fedorchenko and his wife Lyubov are expecting a good harvest this year on their farm in southern Russia, and yet the couple are worried.
July 17, 2026
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US manufacturing output unchanged in June, but accelerates in second quarter
U.S. factory production was unchanged in June, but grew at a robust pace in the second quarter, driven by an artificial intelligence build-up and businesses
July 17, 2026
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US consumer sentiment improves in July; renewed Middle East conflict poses downside risk
U.S. consumer sentiment increased to a five-month high in July, but the improvement is likely temporary as renewed conflict in the Middle East raises gasoline prices.
July 17, 2026
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'This is an embarrassment': MKE County chief judge sounds off on 90-degree courtrooms
'This is an embarrassment': MKE County chief judge sounds off on 90-degree courtrooms
July 17, 2026
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US single-family housing starts fall; building permits lowest in 10 months
U.S. single-family homebuilding fell for a third straight month in June while permits for future construction dropped to the lowest level in 10 months
July 17, 2026
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BofA names senior executives to drive AI adoption in global markets-memo
Bank of America has announced senior appointments to drive AI adoption and implementation across its global markets group, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters
July 17, 2026
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JPMorgan sexual harassment lawsuit dismissed, refiling expected
A New York state judge dismissed a lawsuit by a former JPMorgan Chase banker who in graphic terms said his former supervisor coerced him into sex and demanded his
July 17, 2026
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Dollar holds steady on safe-haven demand, ends down on the week
The dollar was flat on Friday, but ended the week lower as tame U.S. inflation data led traders to cut bets on imminent rate hikes from the Federal
July 17, 2026
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France, Germany expand defence partnership as Europe seeks more military autonomy
The leaders of Germany and France pledged on Friday to deepen defence cooperation and counter intense economic competition from
July 17, 2026
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Aston Martin says it is in talks for potential funding to boost liquidity
Luxury carmaker Aston Martin said on Friday it has ongoing discussions with potential financing providers, following a media report that it is in talks with lenders including
July 17, 2026
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Private credit roundup - Discounts show the cost of getting out
Pressure in private markets is showing up in an uncomfortable place: the gap between what funds say their assets are worth and what investors may have
July 17, 2026
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US regional banks brush off war jitters with lending surge, fee boost
U.S. regional banks including U.S.
July 17, 2026
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California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit
California AG Rob Bonta says a CNN spin-off wouldn’t resolve Paramount–WBD lawsuit
July 17, 2026
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Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices
Consumer sentiment surges due to lower gas prices
July 17, 2026
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Nasdaq, S&P 500 drop 1% after China’s latest AI breakthrough rattles tech stocks
Nasdaq, S&P 500 drop 1% after China’s latest AI breakthrough rattles tech stocks
July 17, 2026
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Chile storms kill three, displace hundreds as heaviest rains expected
Heavy rains sweeping central and southern Chile have left three people dead in addition to power cuts, multiple floods and road closures, authorities said Friday.
July 17, 2026
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Andy Burnham is declared leader of UK's Labour Party, pledges to restore hope
Andy Burnham has been officially declared leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party, clearing his final hurdle to taking office as prime minister next week
July 17, 2026
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Botswana says Anglo picks De Beers buyer, weighs options for "optimal structure"
Anglo American has chosen a preferred buyer for its stake in diamond producer De Beers, with Botswana weighing whether to exercise its right of first
July 17, 2026
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EU plans measures to help EU banks build scale and compete with US rivals
The European Commission aims to limit political interference in European Union banking mergers and remove obstacles to cross-
July 17, 2026
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Zoox recalls self-driving cars because they may not detect smoke
Amazon.com self-driving car unit Zoox said Friday it will recall its fleet of 105 autonomous vehicles because they may not detect heavy smoke and
July 17, 2026
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Andy Burnham becomes British Labour leader; next stop — prime minister
Andy Burnham, nicknamed the "King of the North", was elected leader of Britain's governing Labour Party on Friday,
July 17, 2026
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US import prices unexpectedly rise in June
U.S. import prices unexpectedly rose in June as declines in the costs of food and energy products were more than offset by higher prices for capital and consumer goods,
July 17, 2026
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US equity funds suffer outflows as chip stocks slide
U.S. equity funds recorded outflows in the week through July 15, as a selloff in chip stocks and rising U.S.-Iran tensions, outweighed strong corporate earnings and cooler
July 17, 2026
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Apple unseats Nvidia to become world's most valuable company as AI bets shift
Apple overtook Nvidia on Friday to become the world's most valuable company, reshuffling the top ranks of tech heavyweights as investors
July 17, 2026
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Wall St opens lower as chip rout extends; Netflix slides
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Friday, with a reassessment of this year's AI-fueled rally by investors deepening a selloff in chip stocks and a weak forecast from
July 17, 2026
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What is Pakistan military's strength and capability?
Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy cooperation and investment, according to five sources with knowledge of the
July 17, 2026
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Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact, sources say
Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy
July 17, 2026
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Latvia in talks with strategic investor for ailing airBaltic, PM says
The Latvian government is negotiating with a strategic investor for struggling state-controlled airBaltic, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs told Reuters, as
July 17, 2026
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The Trump administration’s global campaign against ‘radical left terrorism’ is built on a national security memo without congressional approval
Almost a year after President Trump authorized preemptive law enforcement measures based on political or ideological beliefs, a wave of terrorism prosecutions against left-wing protesters has begun.
July 17, 2026
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Autocracies get more repressive when opening up their economies – a political scientist explores why
Economic globalization was supposed to encourage democracy around the world. But sometimes the opposite happens.
July 17, 2026
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Latin American governments prepare for El Nino as drought, floods and heat loom
Governments across Latin America are stepping up preparations as El Nino strengthens across the Pacific, raising concerns about drought, extreme heat, flooding and wildfire risk
July 17, 2026
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What are Trump Accounts for? They are more likely to help newborns start building nest eggs than help pay for their college education
The government is kicking in $1,000 for babies born in calendar years 2025 through 2028.
July 17, 2026
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Alphabet, Intel results in focus for AI trade as US earnings rev up
U.S. corporate earnings season gathers steam in the coming week as Alphabet and Intel are set to offer updates that could sway the market-leading AI
July 17, 2026
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Casino earnings put focus on dealmaking amid slower sector growth
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July 17, 2026
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Indonesia central bank says it is monitoring banking liquidity
Indonesia's central bank on Friday said it was monitoring the distribution of liquidity in banks to ensure lenders have a liquidity level that supports stability as well
July 17, 2026
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Travelers sails past profit estimates on lower catastrophe losses
Property and casualty insurance giant Travelers swept past Wall Street estimates for second-quarter profit on Friday, boosted by lower catastrophe losses and
July 17, 2026
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How a dispute over e-commerce firm Coupang is testing US-South Korea ties
South Korea's decision to fine e-commerce firm Coupang over a data leak has drawn criticism from Washington and raised questions about the country's
July 17, 2026
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Fifth Third reports rise in quarterly profit on higher interest income
Fifth Third Bancorp reported a rise in second-quarter profit on Friday, helped by higher net interest income and fee growth in capital
July 17, 2026
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World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament
The World Cup has been a bonanza for beer in the United States
July 17, 2026
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Truist's quarterly profit rises on strength in investment banking and trading
Truist Financial reported a higher quarterly profit on Friday, as a rebound in capital markets activity helped boost earnings from investment banking, while volatility fueled
July 17, 2026
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Brazil unveils credit package for rural sector hit by U.S. tariffs
Brazil's government has authorized nearly 13.3 billion reais ($2.6 billion) in extraordinary credit for rural development programs, debt-refinancing initiatives, and
July 17, 2026
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Rubio expected to discuss Trump-Xi summit in Asia meetings
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July 17, 2026
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Netflix tumbles as slowing growth, less viewership data spook investors
Netflix shares sank more than 10% on Friday after the company forecast another quarter of slower revenue gains and scaled back viewership data, fueling
July 17, 2026
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Chinese airlines order 95 Airbus jets with list price of $17.8 billion to expand fleets
Three Chinese airlines will buy a combined 95 Airbus aircraft for a total list price of about $17.8 billion, as carriers in the world's second-largest
July 17, 2026
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Intuitive Surgical falls as Obamacare concerns rekindle medtech demand debate
Intuitive Surgical shares slid about 13% to hover near their lowest in more than two years on Friday after the surgical robot maker warned that
July 17, 2026
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Andy Burnham bets political future on remaking Britain's centralised state
Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister, is staking his premiership on a goal that has eluded most British
July 17, 2026
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From maternal health to influenza rates, gaps in CDC’s public health data are creating dangerous blind spots for disease tracking and prevention
By interfering with how communities collect data and how researchers access it, the CDC risks undermining the hard-won trust needed for effective public health.
July 08, 2026
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Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?
Andy Burnham will be Britain’s seventh leader in a decade. Can he buck the trend?
July 17, 2026
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Salmon fishing returns to Sacramento River after 3-year closure as restoration efforts continue
Salmon fishing returns to Sacramento River after 3-year closure as restoration efforts continue
July 17, 2026
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America had a love affair with ‘fixer-upper’ homes. That may be over
America had a love affair with ‘fixer-upper’ homes. That may be over
July 17, 2026
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Iranians suffer new uncertainty and anxiety as US steps up attacks
A new wave of U.S. attacks on Iran has plunged Iranians back into deep uncertainty and anxiety after a period of relative calm while a shaky ceasefire
July 17, 2026
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Tech selloff weighs on European shares ahead of ECB meeting next week
A global rout in tech stocks dragged Europe's equity benchmark slightly lower on Friday, leaving investors on edge as they
July 17, 2026
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SpaceX IPO earns millions for US Small Business Administration head Kelly Loeffler
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July 17, 2026
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Global equity funds draw inflows for the eighth week on earnings optimism
Global equity funds attracted inflows for an eighth consecutive week through July 15, as investor risk appetite was lifted by a strong start to the earnings season and cooler U.S.
July 17, 2026
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Key moments from Trump’s speech claiming declassified documents show US election vulnerabilities
Key moments from Trump’s speech claiming declassified documents show US election vulnerabilities
July 17, 2026
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US says it is 'deeply concerned' by PNG closure of Taiwan office
The United States is "deeply concerned" by reports that Papua New Guinea has ordered the closure of Taiwan's representative office in the country, the State Department said
July 17, 2026
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Japan's ruling party warns about suspected collusion between activist investors and private equity
Japan's ruling party raised concerns on Friday over suspected collusion between activist investors and buyout funds in take-private deals
July 17, 2026
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How Korean stocks turned from trusty bellwether to AI frenzy
Billions of dollars in leveraged bets on South Korea's AI darlings have warped a stock market once revered as a
July 17, 2026
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Burberry's Europe sales hit by Iran war while US and China grow
Burberry said conflict in the Middle East was hurting tourist spending in Europe, sending the British luxury brand's shares down more than 6% on Friday even
July 17, 2026
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Volvo Cars sees stronger second half despite steep China decline, rising costs
Volvo Cars on Friday forecast that profits would recover in the second half, even as the Swedish carmaker warned of rising key raw material costs and an
July 17, 2026
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Back to square one: Five questions for the ECB
The European Central Bank meets again on Thursday, with oil prices back at the top of the worry list for policymakers.
July 17, 2026
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Wars shift focus from jets to weapons at giant Farnborough Airshow
Spiralling security risks are expected to push defence to the forefront of Britain's Farnborough Airshow
July 17, 2026
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Shein secures nod from Hong Kong listing committee for IPO, sources say
Shein has won approval from the Hong Kong stock exchange listing committee for an IPO, three people with knowledge of the matter said on Friday, bringing the fast-
July 17, 2026
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Chipotle is entering the land of the taco. Will Mexicans bite?
With balloons, confetti and optimism, U.S.-based Cal-Mex food chain Chipotle on Thursday opened its first restaurant in the country,
July 17, 2026
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'Bloodbath': Analysts react to Asian shares sinking on tech selloff
Asian markets slid sharply on Friday, with equity benchmarks in Japan and Taiwan falling as much as 6%, as a global rout in technology stocks accelerated.
July 17, 2026
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Lagarde, Google and Messi chase their goals
Earnings season kicks into gear this week with Alphabet, the first of the so-called hyperscalers, set to report, while the European Central Bank looks set to hold rates after a
July 17, 2026
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Japan PM vows to pursue steps to encourage domestic investment by GPIF
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Friday the government will pursue steps that encourage investment in domestic financial assets by households
July 17, 2026
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China calls US visa regulations 'discriminatory', threatens countermeasures
China on Friday urged the United States to withdraw its new "discriminatory" visa regulations and said it reserves the right to take reciprocal countermeasures.
July 17, 2026
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Among AI crowd, some investors position for slower hyperscaler spending growth
The parabolic rally in AI chipmakers has run into turbulence amid concern about valuations and the sustainability of their bumper revenues, with some
July 17, 2026
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JERA begins study on US listing as it steps up overseas expansion, sources say
JERA, Japan's biggest power generator, has begun a feasibility study for a U.S. listing as it explores means of expanding overseas and
July 17, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
China's Moonshot unveils world's largest open AI model, closing in on US rivals
Chinese AI startup Moonshot on Friday unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it said is the world's largest open-weight AI system and
July 17, 2026
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Truckmaker Volvo's second-quarter profit rises, North America orders jump
Swedish truckmaker Volvo Group reported on Friday a 35% rise in second-quarter profit and said order intake in North America more than doubled after years of sluggish
July 17, 2026
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Saab profit beats forecast as defence boom spurs surge in orders
Swedish defence and aerospace group Saab reported a bigger-than-expected rise in operating earnings for the second quarter on Friday as booming demand
July 17, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World
China's oil imports have plunged during the Iran war. How much will they recover?
For five years, China imported an average of 11.5 million barrels of oil per day. Since April, it has averaged just 8 million bpd.
July 17, 2026
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Taiwan must heed calls to share responsibility for 'collective defence', president says
Taiwan must heed international calls to share the responsibility for "collective defence", President Lai Ching-te said on Friday, appealing for
July 17, 2026
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A simple pair of glasses is helping productivity gains in some Bangladesh garment factories
In Bangladesh, a simple pair of reading glasses is transforming the lives of garment workers like Ruma Aktar
July 17, 2026
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US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, marking 6th consecutive night of attacks
The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that were carried out at President Donald Trump's direction
July 17, 2026
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Yen likely to weaken past 170 before Japan's growth bet pays off, RSM's Brusuelas says
The yen may weaken to 170 per dollar and beyond before fruits of the government's stimulus plan engineer a reversal, said RSM US chief economist Joe Brusuelas
July 17, 2026
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Japan to leave monetary policy tools to BOJ in economic blueprint, document shows
Japan's government will state in its economic blueprint that decisions on specific monetary policy tools should be left to the Bank of
July 17, 2026
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Databricks secures funding round at $188 billion valuation
Databricks said on Thursday it has signed a term sheet for a strategic funding round that values the data analytics software firm at $188 billion.
July 17, 2026
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Trump threatens to revoke licenses of US networks for not carrying primetime speech
Two of the three major U.S. television networks and CNN did not broadcast a prime-time address on Thursday by President Donald Trump on their primary
July 16, 2026
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Chipped away
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee The global chip rout extended into Friday, with stocks in Taiwan and Japan bearing the brunt of the beating, while South Korean
July 17, 2026
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Japan June core inflation seen at 1.6% on elevated energy prices: Reuters poll
Japan's core consumer inflation probably picked up in June from the previous month due to elevated energy prices, as well as technical factors including revisions to medical
July 17, 2026
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Andy Burnham, a mayor from England's north, is poised to become Britain's next prime minister
Andy Burnham is about to become Britain’s 59th prime minister, following the sudden downfall of Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer
July 17, 2026
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To air or not to air? Nation's TV networks struggle to find the right balance for Trump speech
To air or not to air
July 17, 2026
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China's top airlines warn of heavy losses ahead of uncertain summer
China's biggest airlines enter the peak summer travel season facing a more challenging outlook after warning of heavy first-half losses, with weakening
July 17, 2026
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Coles ends talks with TPG Capital over Greencross buy, shares jump
Australia's Coles Group said on Friday it had ended discussions with U.S. private equity firm TPG Capital over a potential acquisition of Greencross Pet Wellness, sending its
July 17, 2026
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Maine Democrats’ first debate laid bare their difficulty in replacing Graham Platner
Maine Democrats’ first debate laid bare their difficulty in replacing Graham Platner
July 17, 2026
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PayPal board sees Stripe-Advent offer as inadequate, sources say
PayPal’s board sees a $53 billion takeover bid by rival Stripe and private equity firm Advent International as undervaluing the company and facing
July 17, 2026
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Fed may need to hike rates if inflation does not ease soon, Jefferson says
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson on Thursday suggested he would be open to raising interest rates if there is no near-term
July 17, 2026
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un hosts senior Chinese official Wang Huning
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with China's fourth-highest-ranked official, Wang Huning, the state-run Korean Central News Agency reported on Friday, the latest
July 17, 2026
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Netflix earnings forecast disappoints Wall Street, shares tumble
Netflix forecast third-quarter revenue and earnings on Thursday that fell short of Wall Street targets and said it would cut the frequency of viewing-
July 17, 2026
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Trump threatens new Iran escalation and risks repeating old mistakes
President Donald Trump has ramped up U.S. air strikes on Iran and threatened broader escalation, but there is little sign that a military strategy
July 17, 2026
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China bets on faster state-backed projects to shore up growth, avoid broad stimulus
China can stabilise economic growth this year by accelerating already-budgeted national infrastructure investment projects, economists and one government adviser said, reducing the
July 17, 2026
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Quiet U.S. pullback in Eastern Europe sparks wider allied worries
As Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur prepared to fly to the NATO summit in Ankara this month, he revealed to local journalists that several hundred U.S. troops
July 17, 2026
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Brazil readies 'tough' response to new Trump tariffs, sources say
Brazil's government convened top ministers on Thursday to prepare retaliatory measures against Washington's latest tariffs, with options including
July 17, 2026
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Speaker Johnson suffers humiliating political defeat, yanks veterans benefits bill
Speaker Johnson suffers humiliating political defeat, yanks veterans benefits bill
July 17, 2026