China released a new work plan to expand and upgrade service consumption, prioritizing six sectors from transport and housekeeping to tourism, auto after-market services, and inbound spending.
The UK says Keir Starmer’s China trip secured billions in export deals and market-access wins, including a whisky tariff cut and visa changes, while positioning the reset as “clear-eyed” engagement with national-security guardrails.
China is expanding its quiet carriage option to more than 8,000 high-speed trains from February 1, requiring passengers to accept a quiet agreement and follow rules that limit calls, device audio, and disruptive noise.
The EU has proposed a new sanctions package targeting Russia's oil, energy, financial, and trade sectors to further pressure Moscow over the war in Ukraine.
US-brokered peace talks between Ukraine and Russia begin in Abu Dhabi as new Russian attacks batter Ukrainian cities. This article covers the diplomatic push, ongoing disputes, and prospects for peace amid ongoing violence.
Former President Trump demands $1 billion in damages from Harvard University amid an escalating dispute over campus antisemitism and federal investigations.
Amazon's stock plummets after announcing a massive $200 billion spending plan for AI infrastructure, overshadowing solid quarterly results. Explore investor reactions and the company's strategic outlook.
Boeing's Q4 2025 earnings reveal a significant jump in sales and deliveries, exceeding expectations, but the stock's reaction remains mixed. Explore the key financial highlights and future outlook.
China’s commercial space industry drew global attention at a major Beijing expo featuring reusable rockets, satellite manufacturing and space applications, highlighting rapid growth across the private aerospace sector.
Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.
Naomi Osaka makes a stylish return to the Australian Open with a unique outfit, secures a win, and navigates a tense post-match handshake with Sorana Cirstea.
Amazon's stock plummets after announcing a massive $200 billion spending plan for AI infrastructure, overshadowing solid quarterly results. Explore investor reactions and the company's strategic outlook.
Boeing's Q4 2025 earnings reveal a significant jump in sales and deliveries, exceeding expectations, but the stock's reaction remains mixed. Explore the key financial highlights and future outlook.
Former President Trump demands $1 billion in damages from Harvard University amid an escalating dispute over campus antisemitism and federal investigations.
China’s official PMIs slipped back into contraction in January, with manufacturing at 49.3 and non-manufacturing at 49.4, reflecting softer demand and holiday-season disruptions even as output stayed resilient.
Oil prices rebounded after a sharp drop as traders weighed Middle East maritime risks, renewed diplomatic signals, and supply concerns tied to Russia and OPEC+ policy.
Commodities slumped as gold and silver plunged from record highs, with margin hikes and a stronger dollar amplifying the selloff and dragging global stocks into a broader risk-off move.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned that any US attack would ignite a “regional war,” as military deployments and nuclear-related pressure raise the risk of escalation despite talk of renewed negotiations.
Russia’s Sergei Shoigu met China’s Wang Yi in Beijing and reiterated Moscow’s “consistent and unwavering” support for Beijing’s Taiwan position, as the two sides discussed regional and international security issues.
Washington Post journalists are appealing directly to owner Jeff Bezos to prevent newsroom cuts and layoffs, citing concerns about the paper's future and journalistic integrity.
Maersk will temporarily operate two Panama Canal ports after Panama’s Supreme Court ruled the previous concession unconstitutional, triggering a transition plan and renewed scrutiny of strategic canal-linked infrastructure.
The EU has formally designated Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist organisation, triggering asset freezes and support bans across the bloc as Europe escalates pressure over Iran’s protest crackdown.
Amazon confirmed about 16,000 corporate job cuts after an internal “Project Dawn” layoff message was sent accidentally, extending a broader push to reduce layers, boost efficiency and expand AI-driven automation.
South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 20 months in prison after a court found she accepted luxury gifts as bribes tied to the Unification Church, while other major allegations were dismissed for lack of evidence.
UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.
Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.
