China's Foreign Ministry responds to U.S. President Donald Trump's claim of a May visit, confirming ongoing diplomatic dialogue but declining to confirm specific dates.
President Xi Jinping’s renewed push for Xiong’an New Area highlights ambitious plans for the city as a new technology and policy innovation hub, despite ongoing challenges in attracting businesses and residents.
China's new cybercrime bill, featuring post-sentence exit bans, faces criticism for potentially threatening free expression and information access, with rights groups raising concerns over vague provisions.
ASEAN Summit in May to proceed with a trimmed agenda focusing on key issues like fuel supplies, food prices, and migrant workers, amidst the Middle East conflict.
President Trump's signature will appear on U.S. currency for the first time, a move by the Treasury Department to honor the nation's 250th anniversary and the president's achievements.
The Senate passes a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, while President Trump commits to paying TSA workers directly to end airport disruptions.
Explore the escalating global competition for the Democratic Republic of Congo's critical minerals, as the U.S. challenges China's long-standing dominance through new mining deals and strategic partnerships.
Dow Jones Industrial Average enters correction territory as Middle East tensions and Iran war fears drive a broad market sell-off and surge in oil prices.
Huawei's new Ascend 950PR AI chip is gaining significant orders from ByteDance and Alibaba, challenging Nvidia's market share amidst U.S. export restrictions.
SoftBank secures a $40 billion bridge loan to significantly increase its investment in OpenAI and other AI initiatives, signaling a major commitment to the future of artificial intelligence.
Corebridge Financial and Equitable Holdings announce a $22 billion all-stock merger, creating a leading retirement, life, wealth, and asset management company with over 12 million customers and $1.5 trillion in assets.
YOFC showcases its latest AI and optical connectivity innovations, including hollow-core fibre technology, at MWC Barcelona 2026, highlighting solutions for AI computing, smart mobility, and more.
Netherlands returns a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sculpture, looted during the Arab Spring, after an international investigation and cooperation with Spanish authorities.
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.
Francesca Lollobrigida wins Italy's first gold at Milan Cortina 2026, breaking the Olympic record in women's 3,000m speed skating and ending Dutch dominance.
Team GB's appeal to use new aerodynamic skeleton helmets at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, upholding the IBSF's ban.
Relive the dazzling opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, featuring Mariah Carey, dual Olympic flames, and a celebration of Italian culture.
Hilary Knight ties the U.S. Olympic women's hockey scoring record as the USA defeats Finland 5-0 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Read the full game recap and highlights.
Dow Jones Industrial Average enters correction territory as Middle East tensions and Iran war fears drive a broad market sell-off and surge in oil prices.
Huawei's new Ascend 950PR AI chip is gaining significant orders from ByteDance and Alibaba, challenging Nvidia's market share amidst U.S. export restrictions.
SoftBank secures a $40 billion bridge loan to significantly increase its investment in OpenAI and other AI initiatives, signaling a major commitment to the future of artificial intelligence.
Dow Jones Industrial Average enters correction territory as Middle East tensions and Iran war fears drive a broad market sell-off and surge in oil prices.
ASEAN Summit in May to proceed with a trimmed agenda focusing on key issues like fuel supplies, food prices, and migrant workers, amidst the Middle East conflict.
Huawei's new Ascend 950PR AI chip is gaining significant orders from ByteDance and Alibaba, challenging Nvidia's market share amidst U.S. export restrictions.
President Trump's signature will appear on U.S. currency for the first time, a move by the Treasury Department to honor the nation's 250th anniversary and the president's achievements.
Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp. debuts on Nasdaq after a SPAC merger, boasting the largest uranium deposit in the U.S. and exclusive SMR technology. The listing marks a turning point for U.S. nuclear ambitions as the company eyes significant growth amid soaring power demand.
CECO Environmental announces a $2.2 billion deal to acquire Thermon Group, creating a global industrial solutions leader in environmental and thermal technologies. Learn about the strategic benefits and transaction details.
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic warns that artificial intelligence could lead to higher unemployment rates, a challenge that monetary policy alone may not be able to address. Explore the potential economic impacts and policy implications.
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasizes caution on interest rate cuts, stating that inflation must show a clear path to the 2% target before further reductions are considered. He highlights concerns about services inflation and the risks of premature easing.
China's central bank keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for the ninth consecutive month, navigating economic slowdowns, currency strength, and domestic demand challenges.
TopFan is expanding its fan-community platform to individual creators, offering a direct-to-fan hub for paid communities, merch, livestreams, and audience data—highlighting the 2026 shift toward owned audiences and creator-controlled monetization.
Honeywell International Inc. has successfully renegotiated its agreement to acquire Johnson Matthey Plc's Catalyst Technologies business, significantly reducing the acquisition price to approximately $1.79...
The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.
Avidity Biosciences postpones its special stockholder meeting to February 26, 2026, to facilitate the spin-off of Atrium Therapeutics and the subsequent merger with Novartis, expected to close on February 27, 2026.
Ekco acquires Datalogix, a Cork-based OT company, to expand its operational technology capabilities and strengthen its market position in Ireland, the UK, and the US.
Allurion's swallowable gastric balloon receives FDA approval, creating a new non-surgical weight loss option for millions of Americans battling obesity.
Apolo V and TelyRx announce agreement to merge, creating a major new healthcare tech entity. Shareholder meeting rescheduled as deal advances pending approvals.
American States Water enjoyed strong 2025 results, posting higher adjusted earnings and revenues, major infrastructure investments, and its 71st straight year of raising dividends. Read the key financials, segment highlights, and expansion efforts.