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Asian markets extended a global rally Thursday after below-forecast US inflation provided a much-needed shot of relief to investors and revived hopes for interest rate cuts this year.

South Korean rapper’s tour starts in February

Asian markets swung Wednesday, continuing their yo-yo start to the year as traders assess the economic outlook with Donald Trump back in the White House, with focus now on the release of key US inflation data.

Not much has changed for the over one lakh voters who live in Asia’s largest unauthorised colony Sangam Vihar. The area continues to struggle with basic civic issues – such as overflowing drains, poor sanitation, inadequate water supply, and unsafe roads – as well as rising incidents of crime. This…

Global shares show mixed performance, with European and Asian markets rising. US stocks mixed amid uncertainties. Commodities market sees slight declines i...

Wang Xing was abducted in Thailand by increasingly bold crime gangs operating in Myanmar, putting an entire tourism industry at risk

Japan's foreign minister held talks in South Korea with top officials Monday as the Asian neighbours seek to strengthen ties before the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump.

Asian markets tumbled Monday after an outsized US jobs report dealt another blow to hopes for more interest rate cuts, while oil extended a rally sparked by new sanctions on Russia's energy sector.

Global markets react to U.S. National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter. European shares rise, Asian stocks fall amid Fed interest rate cut concerns.

Shares have fallen for a second day in Asia after U.S. markets were closed to observe a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter

Equities fell again in Asia on Friday as traders prepared for the release of US jobs data that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rate, with several officials indicating the cutting has finished for now.