India eyes quick EU trade deal as Trump pushes higher tariffs — India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that the country is close to finalising large portions of its ambitious free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU). His comments come just as US President Donald Trump is urging the EU to impose…
The South Korean workers detained in US during a massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia are now facing a delayed return home, according to Seoul’s Foreign Ministry. What was expected to be a swift resolution has instead grown into a diplomatic and political flashpoint between two close allies, the United States and…
The US Fed interest rates remain the single most important factor influencing financial markets, business decisions, and consumer spending worldwide. In 2025, with inflation pressures easing but economic uncertainty still looming, the Federal Reserve’s policies continue to dominate headlines. Understanding how these rate changes affect businesses, households, and global markets is crucial for anyone keeping…
The long-awaited EU Entry Exit System (EES) is finally set to launch this autumn, introducing a digital border management process for non-EU citizens traveling into the Schengen Area. For UK passengers, this means a new way of registering at borders when entering Europe. The system promises smoother and more secure travel in the long run,…
The ancient St Catherines Monastery Egypt site, one of the most sacred places in the world, is at the center of a fierce dispute over Egypt’s plans to transform Mount Sinai into a luxury mega-resort. The 6th-century monastery, revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims, has stood for centuries as a symbol of peace and spirituality….
The Rachel Reeves Budget 2024 is already one of the most anticipated financial events of the year. With market turbulence, cabinet reshuffles, and questions about the UK’s economic stability, the chancellor faces a crucial moment that could shape the nation’s political and financial trajectory this autumn. On 26 November 2024, Rachel Reeves will step outside…
Mortgage Rates Drop: In a dramatic turn of events, the U.S. housing market received a much-needed shot in the arm as mortgage rates experienced their most significant one-day drop in over a year. The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage plunged by 16 basis points to 6.29% on Friday, according to Mortgage News Daily….
Introduction The China spectacle shows dangers of Trump’s high-risk trade policy in ways that go far beyond economics. On one side of the world, Beijing staged an enormous military parade in Tiananmen Square to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two. On the other, Donald Trump watched from Washington, offering a…
ChatGPT parental controls were unveiled this week in response to growing scrutiny over how the popular AI platform interacts with young users. But the announcement has been overshadowed by a lawsuit in California, where grieving parents claim the chatbot played a role in their teenage son’s death. Their lawyer has dismissed OpenAI’s new safety measures…
China’s EV Deliveries: After a mid-year slowdown, China’s electric vehicle (EV) market rebounded in August 2025, with several automakers posting record-breaking delivery numbers. New, competitively priced models helped companies like Nio, Leapmotor, and Xpeng push past previous barriers, while industry leader BYD continued to dominate the sector with impressive year-on-year growth. But not every EV…
