Joe Biden Issues Order Imposing Sanctions on Israeli Settlers Who Attack Palestinians in West Bank
President Joe Biden has issued an executive order targeting Israeli settlers who attack Palestinians in the West Bank.
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Canada Explores Raising Tariffs on Chinese EVs Following US Move Against China: Report
Canada is reportedly exploring raising tariffs on Chinese-produced electric vehicles (EVs) following the US decision to impose higher levies on these imports.
Slovak Media Fears Government Crackdown After PM Assassination Attempt
Slovak journalists are concerned that the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico would result in a renewed push for a proposal replacing the country’s public broadcaster RTVS...
Japan's SoftBank Is Harnessing the Power of AI to Prevent Customer Harassment by 'Softening' Angry Callers' Voices
Japan's SoftBank Corp. is banking on AI to tone down the voices of irate customers to help call center workers deal with such clients...
IMF Criticizes Joe Biden's Ramping Up Chinese Import Tariffs, Says US Should Work With China to Resolve Disputes
The IMF is urging the US to maintain its open trade system instead of imposing new punitive duties on goods from China...
US Blocks Imports From 26 More Chinese Companies Tied to Uyghur Forced Labor
The US has announced it blocked imports from 26 Chinese cotton traders...
Facebook, Instagram Face EU Probe Over Suspicions of Failing to Impose Child Protection Policies
The European Union is investigating Facebook and Instagram under conce...
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US Disabled Widespread Chinese Hacking Operation That Compromised Thousands of Internet-Connected Devices: Report
The US has reportedly taken measures to counter a widespread Chinese hacking operation that compromised thousands of internet-connected devices.
European Stock Markets See Uneven Performance After 2-Year Peak
The European index rose 3.1% last week to its highest level since January 2022.
Oil Climbs 1% After Houthi Rebels Attack on British Oil Tanker; Trafigura Assesses Red Sea Risks
Trafigura is evaluating the security risks of future Red Sea voyages following an attack on the company's Marlin Luanda oil tanker by Yemen-based Houthi rebels.
British Oil Tanker Hit by Houthi Missile After Group Fires at US Warship—China Urges Rebels to Stop Red Sea Attacks
A British oil tanker was reported to be engulfed in flames in the Gulf of Aden after Houthi rebels hit it with a missile on Friday after transiting the Red Sea.
US Middle Class Is Better off Under Biden’s Leadership Than Trump’s: Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen supported President Joe Biden's economic program, comparing it with that of former President Donald Trump.
Keppel DC REIT's Second-Half DPU Falls 16.1% on Higher Property Expenses and Finance Costs
Keppel DC REIT has faced a 16.1% to 4.332 cents decline in its distribution per unit (DPU) for the second half of the year.
Saudi Arabia Makes Rare Move to Open its First Liquor Store in Over 70 Years Amid Liberalization Drive
Saudi Arabia has opened its first liquor store in over 70 years, marking a significant departure from its conservative traditions.
NATO Signs $1.2 Billion Contract for 155mm Artillery Ammunition to Boost Ukraine's Depleted Supplies
NATO has signed a $1.2 billion contract for thousands of artillery shells, some of which will be delivered to Ukraine after it complained of ammunition shortages amid war with Russia.
Here's Why EU's Confiscation of Russian Central Bank Assets Is Highly Unlikely
The European Union (EU) is unlikely to seize the frozen assets of the Russian central bank in Europe, according to senior EU officials.
