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Ailing economy sparks biggest uprising in years, with protesters saying it’s time to hit regime when it’s at its weakest

A “normal” 2026 economy could boost travel and leisure stocks; here are three names that may benefit from earnings normalization

The optimistic news came as Labour is hoping for economic growth ahead of crunch local elections in May

Retirement might feel like a distant fantasy while juggling bills, student loans, and the occasional splurge on avocado toast. But economic slowdowns can strike without warning, turning your golden years into a financial tightrope if you aren’t prepared. The good news? Smart planning, savvy strategies, and a touch of creativity…

The US president has warned Iranian leadership not to violently suppress protests

WestJet has come under fire for its apparent lack of legroom in economy flight seats.

An unequal economy, rising unpopularity and visible cracks in the Republican coalition: the first year of Donald Trump's second term in office ended with the president on the defensive domestically. With the midterm elections approaching, can Trump hold his grip on power?

As China heads into the new year it will start rolling out its 15th five‑year plan, this one is for 2026-2030.

As Kenya’s cities grew, more and more people left their rural homes and subsistence farming systems to go to urban settlements like Mombasa to find work. In the city, meals were paid for with cash, a major transformation in Kenya’s food systems.

The fatalities, two on Wednesday and five on Thursday, occurred in four cities, largely home to Iran's Lur ethnic group

If gas were to hit $10 a gallon, costs, commuting and the economy would shift fast. See how a price spike could reshape daily life and consumer budgets.