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Global stocks on cautious footing before key US inflation data
Major European indices in London, Paris and Frankfurt see gains.
Tuesday, 14 Nov 2023 07:00 AM
Nepal to ban TikTok as it ‘disturbs social harmony’
Critics accuse government of stifling freedom of expression.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 11:40 PM
Emirates airline announces US$52 billion order for 95 Boeing planes
This comes after the carrier unveiled record annual profits of US$3 billion in May.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 10:50 PM
Indonesia election commission confirms presidential candidates
Feb 14 polls will see three contenders vying for the country’s top office.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 10:00 PM
Iran hangs 3 men over 2019 bombing attacks
Trio found guilty of targeting police station, patrol vehicle in Zahedan.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 09:10 PM
S. Korea, US revise deterrence agreement to counter North Korea
They hail their ‘stronger than ever’ alliance.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 08:20 PM
Ex-leader Cameron makes shock return to UK govt
Former PM becomes foreign secretary, taking over from James Cleverly who replaces Suella Braverman as interior minister.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 07:30 PM
Jailed Philippine human rights campaigner granted bail
She moves a step closer to freedom after nearly 7 years behind bars.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 06:40 PM
Japan urges China to release national jailed on spy charges
Hunan court sentences Japanese pharmaceutical company employee to 12 years in jail for espionage on Nov 3.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 05:50 PM
UK interior minister Braverman sacked amid reshuffle
PM Rishi Sunak fires outspoken cabinet member after unauthorised newspaper article accusing police of favouring left-wing protesters.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 05:08 PM
All 40 in India tunnel collapse ‘safe’
Workers pump oxygen, send food through water pipe.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 05:00 PM
UN flags at half-mast for staff killed in Gaza
Employees observe one minute’s silence in memory of slain colleagues.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 04:10 PM
Young Mexican governor joins presidential race
He will face 2 contenders.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 03:20 PM
Republican Tim Scott withdraws from US presidential race
South Carolina lawmaker says voters have given him a clear message of ‘not now”.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 02:30 PM
Asian markets mixed as traders eye US inflation report
Concerns arise over Fed lifting interest rates again.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 01:40 PM
Cyberattack may cripple major Australian ports for days
Trucks have been prevented from unloading, picking up cargo.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 12:50 PM
Hundreds protest Apec on eve of San Francisco meeting
They demand the forum put people above business.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 12:00 PM
South Asia worst in world for water scarcity, UN says
Staggering 347 million children under 18 without access to natural resource.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 11:10 AM
Djokovic beats Rune to end year as world no. 1
Serbian secures top spot for a record-extending eighth time.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 10:20 AM
Jewish school in Montreal fired upon again
Tensions remain high in Canada over Israel-Hamas war.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 09:30 AM
Muted N. America opening for ‘The Marvels’
US$47 million sales lowest debut ever for a movie from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 08:40 AM
Canadian ex-fashion mogul convicted of sexual assault
Peter Nygard may appeal verdict.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 07:50 AM
EU condemns Hamas using Gaza hospitals, civilians ‘as human shields’
Bloc also urges Israel to show ‘maximum restraint’ to protect people.
Monday, 13 Nov 2023 07:00 AM