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U.S. Election Series: Trump and Clinton closer to secure nominations

Apr 20, 2016 09:36 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Democratic front runner Hilary Clinton and Republican front runner Donald Trump, both secured a win in New York, firming their claims to become presidential nominees. While Hilarys won was by significant margin, Trump...

Queen Elizabeth II at 90: does old age affect a monarch's ability to reign?

Apr 20, 2016 05:50 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Modern British monarchs may have it easier than their forebears but strength, intelligence and a hearty constitution are just as necessary today as they were in the Middle Ages. This may seem surprising. After all, as a...

US Election Series

Clinton wins New York, but fight for the Democratic Party's soul goes on

Apr 20, 2016 05:37 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

A fractious New York primary has given Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump the clear victories they badly needed to end any perception that the wheels may be coming off their campaigns. Trumps win will give him a desperately...

Nature is neglected in this election campaign – at its and our own peril

Apr 19, 2016 06:39 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

The electioneering has begun. In a campaign set to be dominated by economic issues, the Coalition and Labor are locking horns over who can best manage our finances, protect jobs and make housing more affordable. The Greens...

Balancing the budget mantra overlooks benefits of infrastructure spending

Apr 19, 2016 05:04 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Politics

When the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) recently released its recommendations on how the government should balance the budget, it prefaced it with the statement No economic problem in Australia is...

The argumentum ad whingeum: an idea whose time can't pass quick enough

Apr 19, 2016 04:39 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

The marketplace of ideas is usually less a showroom for shiny new models and more of a cheery Op Shop. So its a big deal when a genuinely new argument is spotted in the wild even, or perhaps especially, when it comes from...

Scottish election 2016: six things you need to know

Apr 18, 2016 14:24 pm UTC| Politics

You might be wondering if it is worth paying attention to the Scottish election, which will be held on May 5. The result certainly looks a foregone conclusion: the ruling SNP will form a majority government for another...

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Economy

China's State-Owned Enterprises See Modest Profit Growth in 2024

Profits at Chinas state-owned enterprises (SOEs) grew by a modest 0.4% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to a statement from the Ministry of Finance. This marks a significant slowdown from the 7.4% profit...

Western Europe’s Defense Spending Faces Fiscal and Security Challenges

Western European nations face increasing pressure to boost defense spending as security concerns grow and fiscal constraints tighten. Citi analysts highlight that President Trumps renewed calls for NATO allies to allocate...

Switzerland Faces Rising Budget Deficits Amid Increased Spending

Switzerland anticipates annual budget deficits of approximately 3 billion Swiss Francs ($3.31 billion) in the coming years, driven by higher military expenditures and pension costs, according to President and Finance...

Trump Pledges to End Taxes on Tips During Las Vegas Visit

President Donald Trump, in his first week back in office, visited Las Vegas to rally support for his campaign promise to eliminate taxes on tips. Speaking at the Circa Resort and Casino, Trump emphasized his commitment to...

Germany Faces Challenges in Meeting NATO Defense Spending Goals

Germany is grappling with challenges in funding increased defense spending to meet NATOs target of 2% of GDP, with some analysts suggesting an even higher goal of 4%. Commerzbank (ETR:CBKG) highlights the countrys sluggish...

Politics

Trump Approves Bomb Supply to Israel, Reversing Biden's Hold

Republican President Donald Trump announced the release of U.S. military-held 2,000-pound bombs to Israel, overturning a hold imposed by Democratic predecessor Joe Biden. Trump, speaking aboard Air Force One, stated, We...

Trump Weighs TikTok Sale Decision Amid Oracle Talks

U.S. President Donald Trump announced he is considering various options for TikToks future, with a decision expected within 30 days. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump confirmed discussions with multiple parties...

Brazil Condemns Use of Handcuffs on Deported Citizens

Brazilian officials criticized the U.S. for using handcuffs on deported Brazilians during a flight that landed unexpectedly in Manaus on Friday. Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski called the practice blatant disrespect...

Trump and UK Prime Minister Starmer to Speak Within 24 Hours

President Donald Trump revealed plans for a phone call with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer within the next 24 hours. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump expressed optimism about their relationship despite their...

Mexico Rejects U.S. Request to Land Migrant Deportation Aircraft

Mexico has denied the U.S. permission to land a military aircraft deporting migrants, U.S. and Mexican officials confirmed. This decision follows two U.S. deportation flights to Guatemala on Friday, each carrying around 80...

Science

Most of us trust scientists, shows a survey of nearly 72,000 people worldwide

Public trust in scientists is vital. It can help us with personal decisions on matters like health and provide evidence-based policymaking to assist governments with crises such as the COVID pandemic or climate change. In...

Astronauts on NASA’s Artemis mission to the Moon will need better boots − here’s why

The U.S.s return to the Moon with NASAs Artemis program will not be a mere stroll in the park. Instead it will be a perilous journey to a lunar location representing one of the most extreme environments in the solar...

Why Africa’s young scientists should help check the quality of climate change research

Scientific research is essential for addressing the climate crisis. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), a United Nations body, assesses the science on climate change through its regular assessment...

White House Office of Science and Technology Policy provides in-house science advice for the president

Presidents need science advice. From climate change and pandemics to the governance of AI and the countrys nuclear arsenal, science sits at the center of a range of foreign and domestic policy challenges that reach the...

Double Moonshot: Japan’s ispace and Firefly Launch Lunar Missions

In a significant stride for lunar exploration, Japanese company ispace and U.S.-based Firefly Aerospace launched moon landers aboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida. This rare double mission highlights the growing competition...

Technology

AI-Driven Stock Insights: Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, and Salesforce Updates

This week, top analysts shared key updates on artificial intelligence (AI) sector leaders, highlighting opportunities and challenges for investors. UBS remains bullish on Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), dismissing supply chain...

Google Prioritizes AI Education Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) is advancing efforts to shape public perception and policy on artificial intelligence (AI) as global regulations loom. Kent Walker, Alphabets president of global affairs, emphasized the importance of...

Kia Reports Record 2024 Profits and Sets Ambitious 2025 Targets

South Koreas Kia Corp reported a record operating profit of 12.67 trillion won ($8.85 billion) for 2024, reflecting a strong performance driven by robust demand and efficient cost management. The automakers fourth-quarter...

Trump Dismisses Elon Musk's Criticism of $500B AI Project

U.S. President Donald Trump addressed criticism from Tesla CEO Elon Musk regarding a $500 billion artificial intelligence initiative announced at the White House. The project, named Stargate, involves a joint venture...

Trump Issues Order to Solidify U.S. Dominance in AI Innovation

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to reinforce the United States as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). The directive aims to advance innovation by removing regulatory barriers while...
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