Zimbabwe Cedes Highest Interest Rate Title to Argentina
Zimbabwe gave up its unenviable position of having the world’s highest interest rate to Argentina, after slashing borrowing
2023-10-25 16:49
Kokusai Electric Soars 28% After Japan’s Biggest IPO Since 2018
Japanese chip-equipment maker Kokusai Electric Corp. jumped in Tokyo on Wednesday after the largest initial public offering in
2023-10-25 16:28
Japan's top court says trans surgery requirement is unconstitutional
In a landmark ruling the court says it is unconstitutional to require a trans person to undergo surgery.
2023-10-25 15:46
Biden, Saudi Crown Prince Discuss Efforts to Contain Israeli-Hamas Conflict
US President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke on Tuesday as part of efforts
2023-10-25 14:53
Indonesia’s Wijaya Karya Gets Investor Nod to Delay Bond Payment
PT Wijaya Karya won investors’ approval to defer payment for its 331 billion rupiah ($21 million) bonds due
2023-10-25 14:45
Richard Roundtree: Shaft lead actor dies at 81
Roundtree was seen as a ground-breaking player with his portrayal of detective John Shaft.
2023-10-25 10:29
Republicans pick Mike Johnson as latest House Speaker nominee
The Louisiana congressman was selected after three rounds of voting on Tuesday evening.
2023-10-25 10:18
NHL drops ban on rainbow-coloured Pride hockey stick tape
The National Hockey League ban had sparked criticism from players and LGBT activists.
2023-10-25 10:17
Mexico braces for 'extremely dangerous' Hurricane Otis
US meteorologists warn of a "potentially catastrophic" storm Otis when it makes landfall in southern Mexico.
2023-10-25 09:54
Asia Stocks Poised to Rise on China Stimulus Plans: Markets Wrap
Stocks in Hong Kong and China-related markets look set to gain after President Xi Jinping stepped up support
2023-10-25 08:25
China Ousts Defense Minister, Ending Mystery Over His Status
China’s Li Shangfu became the nation’s shortest-serving defense minister ever, ending months of speculation over his status, as
2023-10-25 08:15
Big banks linked to products with pangolin parts
The companies include UK multinationals such as HSBC, Prudential, and Legal & General.
2023-10-25 07:53