Germany appeals to EU for defence spending flexibility
Germany has formally requested an exemption from European Union borrowing limits to substantially increase its defence spending, citing the need to address rising military threats...
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China stocks lead losses in Asia as manufacturing slows and Singapore grows
Asian markets displayed mixed performance on Thursday as trading resumed after the New Year holiday, with Chinese stocks leading losses amid weaker manufacturing data. Meanwhile,...
Japan approves record $730 billion budget for fiscal year 2025
Japan’s government has approved a record 115.54 trillion yen ($730 billion) draft budget for fiscal year 2025. The new budget, set to begin in April...
Global rice prices skyrocket, reaching highest level since 2011
In July, the World Rice Price Index soared to a near 12-year high, according to the United Nations food agency. The index climbed 2.8% from...
Resilient Dollar dents gold prices, sinks to a three-month low
In a further blow to the precious metals market, gold prices plummeted to their lowest levels since mid-March. A resurgent dollar has caused the gold...
Missouri gun law ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
A Missouri state law declaring several federal gun laws invalid is unconstitutional, giving the Department of Justice a victory. A law signed by Republican Governor...
First monkeypox case has been confirmed in Indonesia
There has been confirmation of the first monkeypox infection in Indonesia, according to the Health Ministry on Saturday. Reuters reported that neighboring Singapore reported its...