Global Markets Tumble as Iran War Intensifies
Stocks and bonds slumped as investors retrenched from the uncertain and unpredictable effects that the fighting could have on the world economy.
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Stocks and bonds slumped as investors retrenched from the uncertain and unpredictable effects that the fighting could have on the world economy.
Soon the country’s armed forces budget could exceed those of Britain and France combined. In Paris, there are concerns that European “strategic autonomy” will have a German accent.
The Trump administration has eliminated health care positions left vacant after a wave of resignations and retirements at the V.A. last year.
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The Men in Green failed to reach semis following below par show against Sri Lanka Pakistan Head Coach Mike Hesson during Pakistan’s practice session. Photo: AFP/File KARACHI: In the T20 World Cup, Mike Hesson’s arbitrary decisions proved costly for the Green Shirts. The head coach reportedly took on the roles of selector and captain as … Read more
[So far, the energy price shocks have been relatively contained. But a prolonged conflict in the Middle East carries enormous economic risks.
General Motors, Ford and other established automakers risk becoming relics if they don’t catch up to Chinese carmakers and technology companies in electric vehicles and self-driving cars.
[Chocolate makers and fig-paste importers are facing a tangle of unknowns, including whether to seek refunds for tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court.
Starmer cites Iraq war lessons as Trump praises France, slams delay in granting use of Diego Garcia air base US President Donald Trump holds a letter from Britain’s King Charles as he meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US. PHOTO: REUTERS LONDON: United … Read more