US Fed holds interest rates steady citing ‘elevated’ inflation
Elevated inflation partly reflects supply shocks that have increased prices, including of energy, the Fed said.
Democrat senators ask US SEC to probe Trump Media’s fast feed sale
Trump Media has discussed charging as much as $100,000 a month for the Truth API product for buyers to get…
Fuel prices soar on back of Iran war, leaving Yemeni labourers with no work
Construction projects in Yemen are paused as rising fuel prices trigger a domino effect on building material costs.
Is the world at risk of another energy shock?
Disruptions across Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb and the Black Sea threaten supplies and raise costs for consumers.
How US defence aid shaped Israel’s military developments since Oct 7, 2023
US-Israel defence cooperation spans decades, including a $33bn, 10-year memorandum of understanding signed in 2016.
Iraqi PM visits Turkiye to boost ties despite complex challenges
Discussions to focus on 'strategic cooperation', as well as issues related to security, water and the economy.
Why has Iran’s economy not collapsed under US war pressure?
Millions in sanctions-hit country keep absorbing economic shockwaves, with analysts saying trend looks set to continue.
Nvidia plans $250bn push to bolster OpenAI’s infrastructure ambitions
Political backlash grows as US states propose bans on new data centres, raising challenges for Nvidia and AI industry.
Hakeem Jeffries puts affordability at centre of Democrats’ midterm campaign
US House Democratic leader unveils 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, blaming Donald Trump for rising costs.
Iran: Currently no negotiations with the US
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, said on Monday that Iran is not seeking negotiations with US.