Asia’s economic growth outlook slashed on China, Ukraine fears Asian Development Bank forecasts region’s developing economies to grow 4.6 percent in 2022 amid worsening conditions. Al Jazeera · Jul 21, 2022
Growth forecast slashed for developing Asia as prices soar MANILA: The Asian Development Bank on Thursday slashed its 2022 growth forecast for developing Asia and warned economic conditions could worsen, as the war in Ukraine and supply chain disruptions drive up prices. Bangkok Post · Jul 21, 2022
Russia, Ukraine to sign deal on restarting grain exports, Turkey says Russia and Ukraine will sign a deal on Friday to reopen Ukraine's Black Sea ports, Turkey said, a potential breakthrough that could ease the threat of hunger facing millions around the world as a consequence of Russia's invasion. Reuters · Jul 21, 2022
Why is Russia cutting off gas supplies to the rest of Europe? What does it mean for winter? Russia has slashed its supply of gas to several European countries, worsening the energy crisis the continent is facing. Here's what you need to know. ABC News · Jul 21, 2022
Most US businesses don’t want to make a public statement about abortion When Russia invaded Ukraine, many businesses were quick to make statements and take action. And there were plenty of companies that made similar stands on COVID-19 vaccinations and racial equality. But a new report has found that when it comes to abortion, most companies are staying out of the debate. Tribune News Service · Jul 21, 2022
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 148 of the invasion Nord Stream 1 gas pipeline restarts with gas flowing from Russia to Germany after maintenance; Moscow’s military ‘tasks’ now go beyond Donbas to permanently occupy southern Ukraine, Russia’s foreign minister says The Guardian - AU · Jul 21, 2022
Ukrainian refugees to mark Grade II listing of Second World War cross The cross serves as a reminder of the impact of war on displaced communities throughout history. The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022
Ukraine’s first lady makes impassioned plea for more US arms Olena Zelenska appeals to US Congress for air defence systems as Ukraine faces onslaught of Russian strikes. Al Jazeera · Jul 20, 2022
CIA director says some 15,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war The United States estimates that Russian casualties in Ukraine so far have reached around 15,000 killed and perhaps 45,000 wounded, CIA Director William Burns said on Wednesday, cautioning that Kyiv has endured significant casualties as well. Reuters · Jul 20, 2022
Google, Lyft are latest tech companies to hit brakes on hiring With recession fears mounting — and inflation, the war in Ukraine and the lingering pandemic taking a toll — many tech companies are rethinking their staffing needs, with some of them instituting hiring freezes, rescinding offers and even starting layoffs. Tribune News Service · Jul 20, 2022
The world must build a digital tech lifeline In periods of crisis, digital technologies provide a lifeline that keeps people, communities and businesses functioning. From the Covid-19 pandemic to violent conflicts and natural disasters, these have shown us that being connected is vital for everyone to continue working, learning and communicating. Bangkok Post · Jul 20, 2022
Fading The Rip Higher: A Hedged Bet Against Technology Stocks After Tuesday's Bounce Not Buying The Bounce Stocks ripped higher Tuesday, despite all the familiar macro headwinds remaining in place: record inflation, rising interest rates, pending profit downgrades, the ongoing Ukraine War, plus added tensions with China. Benzinga · Jul 20, 2022
US sending more military aid to Ukraine as war grinds on The U.S. and allies are committing more rocket systems, ammunition and other military aid to Ukraine, as American defense leaders say they see the war to block Russian gains in the eastern Donbas region grinding on for some time The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022
Russia expands war aims after Ukraine invasion, Sergei Lavrov says Russia invaded Ukraine in February Wales Online · Jul 20, 2022
Financial Times · Jul 20, 2022 Draghi on brink after coalition partners withdraw backing Italian prime minister set to quit as League, Forza Italia and Five Star say they will boycott confidence vote
Reuters · Jul 20, 2022 Ukraine's Zelenskiy says latest EU sanctions against Russia not enough Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday dismissed as inadequate a seventh round of European Union sanctions against Russia, which is currently being finalized.
The New Daily · Jul 20, 2022 Ukraine’s first lady makes plea to allies as Russia flags expanding war As Ukraine's First Lady pleas for US to close the sky, Russia says military "tasks" will expand if allies keep supplying long-range weapons.
Irish Mirror · Jul 20, 2022 Department of Justice official warned Ireland's asylum system could not absorb even 1% of the predicted one million refugees fleeing from Ukraine Concerns were also raised about a possible visa waiver programme for family members of Ukrainian nationals already in Ireland
Reuters · Jul 20, 2022 Germany's railway operator plans Ukraine "grain bridge" Germany's State-owned rail company Deutsche Bahn said it was planning to transport grain by freight train from Ukraine to Germany's ports.
Reuters · Jul 20, 2022 Erdogan wants Ukraine grain sea exports deal in writing this week Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday said he wants a general agreement reached between Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United Nations on a U.N.-led plan to resume Ukrainian Black Sea grain exports to be put in writing this week.
Evening Standard · Jul 20, 2022 Ukraine’s first lady pleads with US Congress: ‘Give us weapons to stop Russian missiles’ ‘We want no more airstrikes, no more missile strikes,’ Olena Zelenska told Republican and Democratic congressional members
Reuters · Jul 20, 2022 Top U.S. General Milley says Donbas 'not lost yet' Ukraine's eastern Donbas region has not yet been lost to the Russians, a top U.S. general said on Wednesday.
Reuters · Jul 20, 2022 U.S. Treasury's Yellen welcomes Ukraine debt freeze, calls on creditors to join U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday said she welcomed a decision to suspend Ukraine's debt service obligations by a group of six creditor countries, including the United States, and urged other official and private creditors to join the effort.
The Hindu · Jul 20, 2022 Railways places order for 39,000 wheels from Chinese firm Contract was earlier with a Ukrainian firm at a price 1.68% lesser compared to the current order which was disrupted due to the Russia- Ukraine war
The Guardian - UK · Jul 20, 2022 Russia may seek to occupy more territory in Ukraine, says foreign minister Sergei Lavrov’s televised remarks give signal Kremlin is planning a campaign to annex more regions