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Asia Stocks Fall, Gold Rises Amid Middle East Tensions

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive gold prices up and Asian stocks down, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets.

Stocks Hit By Iran's Israel Strike, Hopes For Containment Stem Losses

Equities tumbled Monday in Asia after Iran ramped up Middle East tensions by launching a barrage of rockets at Israel over the weekend, fuelling fears of a wider conflict in the volatile region.

International Business Times · Apr 15, 2024

Investors Seek Safety Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Asian markets de-risk as tensions rise in the Middle East, prompting cautious investor behavior. Investors seek safety amid escalating tensions, adjusting ...

House Speaker Pushes For Aid Package Amid Political Pressure

House Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges in securing approval for a billion national security package aiding Israel, Ukraine, and Asian allies amids...

Jaishankar speaks to U.K. Foreign Secretary Cameron, discusses West Asia situation

Jaishankar discusses West Asia tensions with UK counterpart amid escalating Iran-Israel conflict, warns against travel to region.

The Hindu · Apr 13, 2024

Network of ‘ghost roads’ paves the way for levelling Asia-Pacific rainforests

Bulldozed tracks and informal byways in tropical forests and palm-oil plantations ‘almost always’ an indicator of future deforestation, say researchers

The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2024

Risky premise: On Asian Development Bank forecast, India’s GDP growth

The ADB’s latest growth forecast for India’s GDP is slower than the 7.6% pace that India’s National Statistical Office has estimated for the 12 months that ended on March 31

The Hindu · Apr 12, 2024

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The Lens Of Humanity: Andrew Pateras’ Global Journey Through The Eyes Of A Photographer

Exploring cultures and landmarks worldwide, Pateras' lens captures the essence of human experience and the beauty of diverse narratives.

Zenger · Apr 12, 2024

Pope Francis To Make 12-day Asia Trip In September

Pope Francis will visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore in September, the Vatican announced Friday, an ambitious trip that could test the 87-year-old's increasingly fragile health.

International Business Times · Apr 12, 2024

Why Would The US Defend The Philippines?

Relations between the United States and the Philippines have been in overdrive since President Ferdinand Marcos took power in June 2022, fuelled by China's growing assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region.

International Business Times · Apr 12, 2024

Asian Equities Mixed Following US Stock Decline

Asian equities mixed; China's CPI lower than expected, PBOC stabilizes Yuan. Market insights and upcoming webinars for investors.

PUBG has dramatically transformed over the years, swapping grittiness for cartoon outfits, but it's still as ruthless and chaotic as ever

Even as it apes Fortnite, the first battle royale is still its own thing.

PC Gamer · Apr 11, 2024

Chris Packham on the Asian hornet: there are bigger enemies than these bovver buzzers

It has a shocking habit of decapitating bees, but in a global biodiversity crisis we should be more worried about pesticides

The Guardian - UK · Apr 11, 2024

Asia's First: Hong Kong May Approve First Spot Bitcoin ETFs Next Week

Hong Kong may announce the first approvals of spot Bitcoin ETFs next week, which would make the Chinese special administrative region the first in Asia to offer BTC ETFs.

International Business Times · Apr 11, 2024

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US Inflation Shock Impacts Yen, China CPI In Focus

Asian markets react to US inflation shock, await China's CPI data for insights.

International Business Times · Apr 11, 2024

Asia Tracks Wall St Losses As US Data Deals Blow To Rate Cut Hopes

Asian markets reversed Thursday after forecast-topping US inflation dealt a hefty blow to hopes for a June interest rate cut and forced traders to re-evaluate the outlook for monetary policy, with a warning that the next move could even be a hike.

Mercedes-Benz Q1 Sales Decline Due To Supply Bottlenecks In Asia

Mercedes-Benz reports sales decline in Q1 due to supply bottlenecks in Asia, but remains optimistic about future outlook.

Asian Markets Mixed Ahead Of U.S. Inflation Update

Asian shares show mixed performance; U.S. stocks quiet. Markets await economic reports and inflation updates.

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2024

Europe’s Gaza betrayal has broken the trust of millions of people in the global south

By seemingly giving carte blanche to Israel, the EU has sacrificed hard-won credibility with civil society in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, says Shada Islam, a Brussels-based commentator

International Business Times · Apr 10, 2024

Most Asian Markets Rise As Traders Jockey Ahead Of US Inflation

Equities mostly rose in Asia on Wednesday following a tepid day on Wall Street, with investors lasering in on the release of crucial US inflation data that could have a huge bearing on the outlook for interest rates.

International Business Times · Apr 9, 2024

HSBC To Offload Argentina Business, Absorbs $1 Billion Loss on Exit Deal

HSBC announced its agreement to sell its business in Argentina for $550 million, with a $1 billion pre-tax loss in the first quarter of 2024.

Al Jazeera · Apr 9, 2024

Russia and China to deepen security cooperation in Asia, Europe

Russian foreign minister visits Beijing and also receives assurances of strengthened economic cooperation from China.

Latin Times · Apr 9, 2024

Most Asian Markets Gain As 'Critical' US Inflation Data Looms

With consumer prices picking up in January and February, the jobs market still strong and the economy in rude health, traders have regularly tweaked their forecasts for monetary policy easing this year, and some are even contemplating no cuts before 2025.

Asia Stocks Surge As Metals Soar On Manufacturing Optimism

Asian stocks surged on Monday driven by manufacturing optimism, boosting metal prices. Investors show confidence in economic growth.

International Business Times · Apr 9, 2024

Asian Markets Mixed As 'Critical' US Inflation Data Looms

Asian stocks were mixed Tuesday as attention turned to crucial US inflation data that could play a pivotal role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates, with investors lowering their expectations for how many cuts it will deliver.

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