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German Chancellor Merz open to more energy price reduction measures
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is open to further measures against rising energy and petrol prices as a result of the Iran war, he said…
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Business
China plans new measures to spur consumption for next five years
BEIJING, Jan 20 (Reuters) - China plans to roll out new policies from 2026 to 2030 to spur domestic consumption and tackle "prominent"…
Culture
US asks allies to step up measures on Chinese minerals
The US will convene dozens of foreign ministers from allied countries next month to pursue an agreement designed to help reduce their…
Business
Italy's Parliament approves 2026 budget with deficit-cutting measures
ROME (AP) — Italy’s Parliament on Tuesday approved the government’s 2026 budget, including deficit-cutting measures. The budget of about…
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The Icelandic Artist Ragnar Kjartansson, Absurd and Profound in Equal Measures
Kader Attia’s film “La Valise Oubliée” (2024) cracks open a well of family memories, employing photographs and archival materials buried…
Blog
Senate votes to nullify global tariffs, completing trifecta of measures against Trump's trade policy
The Senate voted Thursday in a largely symbolic move to terminate the emergency powers that President Trump used to impose tariffs on…
Culture
MAS proposes more measures for investors to seek civil compensation from market misconduct
Proposals aim to facilitate self-organisation, provide access to funding and reduce legal barriers to civil action The Monetary Authority…
Culture
MAS to announce measures to help listcos deliver greater shareholder value in November: Chee Hong Tat
The Republic will be announcing more details of its “Value Unlock” programme in November, said Chee Hong Tat, Minister for National…
Business
Police fail in request to extend measures against Netanyahu aide Urich
During a previous hearing just a few weeks ago, an Israel Police representative noted that the investigation is expected to wrap up within…
News
The Gun Safety Measures Charlie Kirk Opposed Might Have Saved His Life
This “right” to carry a concealed or unconcealed gun on a college campus was reaffirmed in state legislation passed earlier this year. If…
Business
EU planning backup measures against Israel if new aid accord fails
The European Union is putting together a pressure campaign against Israel in case the new aid agreements for the Gaza Strip fail,…
Culture
Vietnam central bank readies measures to counter tariff impact
The Vietnamese dong has been under pressure in recent weeks, dropping to a record low in June Vietnam’s central bank stands ready to take…
Business
Poland launches border checks as Germany's Dobrindt praises measures
Poland on Monday launched checks at its borders with Germany and Lithuania in an attempt to target "illegal smuggling," with German…
Business
Israeli defence minister threatens to use ‘all necessary measures’ to stop Gaza-bound aid ship
The Israeli defence minister has threatened to “take all necessary measures” to prevent a humanitarian ship carrying climate campaigner…
Culture
IHH Healthcare revenue could soften on medical inflation measures
IHH Healthcare will likely face “some softening” in patient admissions and revenue from the measures the group has implemented to combat…
Culture
Hong Kong launches new measures to attract more tech, bio listings
Hong Kong is the main destination for mainland Chinese firms looking to raise capital offshore Hong Kong launched a scheme on Tuesday (May…
Culture
Singapore shares slide on Monday after MAS unveils stock market measures; STI down 0.1%
Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 298 to 286 as 1.4 billion securities worth S$1.7 billion change hands SINGAPORE equities…
Culture
Singapore shares slip on Monday after MAS unveils stock market measures; STI down 0.1%
Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 298 to 286, after 1.4 billion securities worth S$1.7 billion change hands SINGAPORE stocks…
Fashion
China flags more policy measures to bolster renminbi
CHINA announced more tools to support its weak currency on Monday (Jan 13), unveiling plans to park more US dollars in Hong Kong to…
Fashion
China Faces Surge in HMPV Infections, Drawing Alarming Parallels to COVID-19 Outbreak as Lockdown Measures Are Anticipated
A significant surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China has raised alarms across the country and neighboring regions. The…