Bank of Japan expected to hike rates to 30-year high
David For three decades, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has been an outlier in the global financial landscape, a bastion of ultra-loose monetary policy in a world that has cycled through…
Cambodia says Thai air strikes hit home province of heritage temples
Preah Vihear, Cambodia – In a dramatic escalation of border tensions, Cambodian authorities have accused the Thai military of conducting air strikes within its territory, specifically targeting the province that…
Why SpaceX IPO plan is generating so much buzz
In the world of private companies, few generate as much sustained excitement as SpaceX. Yet recent whispers, leaks, and speculative reports about a potential initial public offering (IPO) have transformed…
Can Venezuela survive US targeting its oil tankers?
The geopolitical standoff between the United States and Venezuela has entered a perilous new phase. Following the reimposition of broad oil sanctions in April 2024, the Biden administration has signaled…
OpenAI beefs up GPT models in AI race with Google
In the rapidly escalating race for artificial intelligence supremacy, OpenAI has rolled out significant upgrades to its GPT model lineup, signaling a strategic push to maintain its edge over competitors—most…
US drops bid to preserve FIFA bribery convictions
In a stunning reversal, the U.S. Department of Justice has formally abandoned its long-running effort to uphold the high-profile convictions of two former South American soccer officials in its landmark…
German Exports Tread Water as Reliance on Old Engines Falters
Germany’s export-driven economy, long the powerhouse of Europe, is showing clear signs of strain. The latest trade data reveals an economy treading water, as its traditional twin engines—sales to the…
Greek govt seeks to tackle farmer protests after Crete clashes
Athens, Greece – The idyllic image of the Greek countryside has been shattered by scenes of burning tires, blocked highways, and tense confrontations. A new wave of farmer protests, which…
Trump to scrap Biden’s fuel-economy standards
In a move that signals a potential reversal of key environmental policies, former President Donald Trump has pledged to scrap the stringent fuel-economy standards implemented under the Biden administration if…
In contrast to Europe, Tesla sets sales records in Norway
While Tesla faces headwinds in much of Europe—with slowing demand, stiff competition, and logistical challenges—there exists a striking outlier in the frigid north. Norway, a country of just 5.5 million…