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Obama’s bold move against guns proves the politics of firearms really is changing

Jan 06, 2016 14:18 pm UTC| Politics

Its common in the US to refer to a second-term president in his final year as a lame duck, his time limited, his momentum gone, and his political capital ebbing away to whoevers next in line for the White House. But, not...

Spain awaits fresh election

Jan 06, 2016 10:37 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Spain likely to see fresh elections in March as political deadlock in the country continues at the national and regional levels. A three-way coalition support including PSOE to safeguard the economic recovery has been...

Our democracy can learn from China's meritocracy

Jan 06, 2016 01:40 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

For several years now, polls by organisations like the Lowy Institute have been telling us that Australians arent particularly impressed by our democracy. This seems a startling revelation. But it shouldnt be. With five...

Five things you should know about the Iowa caucuses

Jan 05, 2016 05:53 am UTC| Politics Law

The Iowa caucuses mark the official start of the presidential nomination race. This year the caucuses will be held on the night of February 1, 2016, when Iowa Republicans and Democrats will trek through the snow and...

In Europe as in Africa, tired countries draft in their leaders from abroad

Jan 04, 2016 13:16 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Months after an inconclusive election, Croatia has at last picked an almost unknown figure to be its new prime minister: Tihomir Orešković, chief financial officer of a Canadian generic pharmaceutical company. He...

Saudi executions: business as usual in a post-Arab Spring world

Jan 04, 2016 04:07 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Saudi Arabias execution of 47 people on Saturday, January 2 its largest mass execution since 1980 has sparked global shock and outrage. The killing of Shia cleric Nimr al-Nimr has proven particularly controversial....

Emerging Market Crisis Series

MXN and BRL: Oil, inflation and politics to drive price action

Jan 04, 2016 00:33 am UTC| Commentary Politics

Although MXN is somewhat cheap compared with its long-term fair value, headwinds to global demand, coupled with the consequences of lower oil prices, justify the short-term undervaluation. The risks are tilted to further...

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Economy

Trump's Tariff Tactics: A Bold Move to Boost American Prosperity

Announcement of Proposed Tariffs On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump declared a list of proposed tariffs on countries he claims are harming U.S. economic interests, including China, India, and Brazil. He said...

Trump and Modi Discuss Trade, Security, and Immigration in Call

U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized strengthening trade and security ties with India in a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump urged India to increase its procurement of American-made security equipment and...

Scott Bessent Pushes Universal Tariff Plan as U.S. Treasury Secretary

Newly confirmed U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is advocating a plan to impose universal tariffs on imports, according to the Financial Times. The proposal suggests starting tariffs at 2.5%, increasing by 2.5% each...

Japan's Service-Sector Inflation Rises to 2.9% in December, Boosting Rate Hike Expectations

Japans service-sector inflation reached 2.9% year-on-year in December, driven by rising costs in accommodation and transportation, according to Bank of Japan (BOJ) data. While slightly lower than Novembers 3.0%, the steady...

Lead vs. Zinc: Divergent Market Trends Amid Supply Shifts

Lead and zinc, often mined together, have seen contrasting market movements recently. Zinc prices soared to a 20-month high of $3,284 per metric ton in October 2024, driven by tight raw material supplies. Meanwhile, lead...

Politics

Denmark Boosts Arctic Military Amid U.S. Interest in Greenland

Denmark announced a $2.05 billion investment to enhance its Arctic military presence, following U.S. President Donald Trumps renewed interest in controlling Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory. Trump recently...

Trump's Key Cabinet Picks and Their Agendas

President Donald Trumps recent cabinet selections signal a clear direction for his administration, with a focus on reshaping U.S. policies on defense, justice, and energy. Pete Hegseth, the new defense secretary, is...

Elon Musk Criticized by French PM as Threat to Democracies

Elon Musk, billionaire CEO of Tesla and owner of social media network X, has come under fire from French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, who views him as a threat to democratic values. In a recent television interview,...

Marco Rubio, King Abdullah Discuss Gaza Crisis Amid Controversial Trump Remarks

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Jordans King Abdullah on Monday, focusing on Gazas fragile ceasefire, hostages, and regional stability. This discussion followed President Donald Trumps suggestion that Jordan...

U.S. Eyes China's Influence in Panama Canal Amid Strategic Concerns

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chair Louis E. Sola will address the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, raising concerns about Chinas growing presence in Panama and its influence on the Panama Canal. Solas written...

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...

Despite fears of falling trust in expert knowledge, a global survey shows New Zealanders value science highly

Five years since the start of the COVID pandemic, it can feel as if trust in the knowledge of experts and scientific evidence is in crisis. But according to our new findings in a global survey of more than 70,000 people...

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...

Technology

OpenAI Fights Indian Court Case Over Copyright Claims

OpenAI is seeking to dismiss a legal plea in India accusing its ChatGPT service of copyright violations, arguing it only uses publicly available information. The case, initiated last year by Indian news agency ANI, will be...

Nvidia Chips Drive Chinese AI Growth Despite Export Controls

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) highlighted the rising demand for its chips in China after DeepSeek, a leading Chinese AI firm, showcased its advancements using Nvidias H800 GPUs. The statement followed Nvidias shares dropping 17% to...

Global Tech Stocks Tumble Amid DeepSeek AI Disruption

Investors offloaded tech stocks globally on Monday, wiping $592.7 billion from Nvidias (NASDAQ:NVDA) market value as concerns grew over DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model threatening industry leaders. DeepSeeks free AI...

Global EV Sales to Surge 17% in 2025 Amid Subsidy Extensions and Emission Targets

Global electric vehicle (EV) sales are expected to grow by over 17% in 2025, surpassing 20 million units, driven by Chinas extension of auto trade-in subsidies and new CO2 emission targets in Europe, according to Rho...

Trump Calls Chinese AI Model DeepSeek a ‘Wake-Up Call’ for U.S. Tech

U.S. President Donald Trump highlighted the potential impact of Chinas newly launched AI model, DeepSeek, calling it a wake-up call for Silicon Valley during an address to Republican lawmakers in Miami. DeepSeek, released...