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Modi fights to strengthen his hand in India’s state elections

May 06, 2016 08:01 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Elections to the state legislative assemblies have just got underway in India. Throughout April and May, voters in five of the countrys 29 states will nominate representatives to the countrys Upper House of Parliament. And...

US Election Series

U.S. Election Series: How divided is the Republican Party?

May 06, 2016 05:08 am UTC| Commentary Politics

The answer is Very over Donald Trump becoming Presidential nominee of the Republican Party. Trumps anti-establishment campaign, arrogant attitude and insults to other runners have split the party so hard that lot many...

As Chinatown is eroded, Chinese influence throughout London spreads

May 05, 2016 16:38 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

There are Chinatowns in cities worldwide. But they are often fossilised, permanently inhabiting some bygone era of new arrivals, out-of-place oriental architecture, and Chinese laundries. This appearance of age can be...

US Election Series

U.S. Election Series: Policy ideas of Donald Trump

May 05, 2016 08:42 am UTC| Commentary Politics

As Donald Trump has become Republican Partys presumptive nominee, with last two men Ted Cruz and John Kasich fell out this week, its time to look at Mr. Trumps policy ideas to assess what may lie ahead if he becomes the...

US Election Series

U.S. Election Series: How much Trump will have to improve to beat Hillary?

May 05, 2016 07:04 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Donald Trump is Republican Partys presumptive nominee, after Ted Cruz ends his campaign this week, followed by John Kasich but polls suggest he is nowhere near from beating Hillary Clinton, the favorite to become...

Antisemitism row: why animosity on the Labour left still runs so deep

May 05, 2016 06:57 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Once again, old wounds in the Labour Party have been ripped open. This time, former London mayor Ken Livingstone has been suspended from the party having been accused of antisemitism. His fellow party member John Mann was...

Climate Change Series

Budget repair, climate risks and global concerns all ignored in this conflicted effort

May 05, 2016 06:37 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics Economy

This Federal Budget was crafted with multiple, sometimes conflicting, objectives. To repair the budget, to neutralize some of the Oppositions initiatives, to address some tax pressure points-such as bracket creep, globally...

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Economy

Goldman Sachs Lowers U.S. Recession Odds to 15% Following Strong Job Growth

U.S. Recession Risk Decreases Amid Job Market Gains Goldman Sachs has reduced the probability of a U.S. recession within the next 12 months to 15%, down from 20%, after the September employment data showed robust...

Shell's Refining Margins Decline in Q3 2024 Amid Global Demand Weakness

Shells Refining Margins Decline Sharply in Q3 2024 Shell announced a sharp decline in refining profit margins for the third quarter of 2024, primarily driven by weaker global demand. In its trading update before the...

German Retail Sector Experiences Decline in Business Climate – Ifo Survey

German Retail Sector Faces Decline in September The business climate in Germanys retail sector worsened in September, as revealed by the latest Ifo Institute survey. Retailers assessed their current situation as...

Bank of Japan Eyes Potential Interest Rate Hikes as Wage Growth Boosts Consumption

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) reports that rising wages are boosting consumption, with more firms in regional areas passing on labor costs. This development signals progress toward meeting conditions for possible interest rate...

Rio Tinto Eyes Potential Takeover of Lithium Producer Arcadium PLC

Rio Tinto Considers Arcadium Lithium PLC Takeover Anglo-Australian mining giant Rio Tinto Ltd has approached Arcadium Lithium PLC for a potential takeover, as confirmed by both companies on Monday. While no financial...

Politics

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Separated?

Rumors are swirling again about the state of Donald and Melania Trumps marriage, with many questioning whether the couple has quietly separated. According to insiders, the former president and the former first lady have...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Happily Married?

Rumors surrounding Donald Trump and Melania Trumps relationship have circulated for years, with many questioning whether their marriage is truly happy or merely a façade. Despite public appearances, sources close to...

Are Donald Trump's Parents Alive?

Donald Trumps rise to the presidency has been a widely discussed chapter in American political history, but what about the people who shaped him? Are Donald Trumps parents still alive? The answer may surprise those who...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Getting a Divorce? Insider Reveals ‘Melania Is Ready to Walk Away'

Rumors about Donald Trump and Melania Trump heading for divorce have been circulating for years, but the chatter has only intensified in recent months. From speculations about Melanias absence at key events to reports of...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Together?

Speculation about the status of Donald Trump and Melania Trumps marriage has been swirling for years. The former president and first lady, despite being thrust into the spotlight during Trumps presidency, have always...

Science

SpaceX Prepares to Launch NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter’s Moon Next Week

SpaceX is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of NASAs Europa Clipper mission to Jupiters moon, Europa, next week. After overcoming recent Falcon 9 setbacks, SpaceX has encapsulated the satellite within the Falcon...

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

SpaceX and T-Mobile Begin Testing Starlink Cellular Satellite Service Ahead of 2025 Launch

SpaceX and T-Mobile have reportedly initiated tests for their highly anticipated Starlink Cellular satellite service. Speculation emerged after users noticed satellite activity on their phones, fueling excitement ahead of...

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Technology

Japan’s Metaplanet Goes All-In on Bitcoin, Grabs $6.92M in BTC and Sees Stock Rocket by 11%!

Japans Metaplanet is making waves again with a bold $6.92 million Bitcoin acquisition, propelling its BTC reserves to 640. The companys aggressive approach pushed its stock price up 11%, establishing it as a dominant force...

Cybertruck Owners Shocked as GEICO Drops Coverage—Tesla Drivers Scramble for Insurance

Cybertruck owners are stunned as GEICO cancels policies for Teslas 2024 model, citing non-compliance with underwriting guidelines. Frustrated drivers are now searching for insurers willing to cover their futuristic...

China Denies Massive Hack as US Telecom Giants Report Major Data Breach in Court Systems

A Chinese hacking group reportedly breached US telecom companies Verizon, ATT, and Lumen, accessing data from government surveillance systems. The Wall Street Journal reports that hackers maintained control of these...

Ethereum’s Bold Move: 50% Speed Boost, Block Delays Slashed, and Lower Fees in Sight!

Ethereums latest game-changing proposal, EIP-7781, promises to slash block delays by 33% while increasing network throughput by 50%. The upgrade is set to revolutionize Ethereums transaction speeds and reduce fees across...

Bitcoin ETFs on Brink of Toppling Satoshi Nakamoto’s Legendary $68 Billion BTC Fortress

With 4.68% of Bitcoins total supply now under their control, Bitcoin ETFs are set to topple Satoshi Nakamotos legendary $68.2 billion BTC holdings this month, marking a monumental moment for the crypto world. Bitcoin...