Slower US job growth expected in December; unemployment rate likely dipped
Nonfarm payrolls are forecast increasing 60,000 in DecemberThe unemployment rate is expected to have eased to 4.5% from…
China’s shipyards still lead the world, but US threats took a toll in 2025
China retained its position as the world’s top shipbuilder in 2025, but its market share declined for the…
Chinese automaker Xpeng touts AI pivot in face of fierce competition
GUANGZHOU, China, Jan 9 (Reuters) – Chinese automaker Xpeng (9868.HK), opens new tab said it wanted to become…
TPG in talks to buy UnitedHealth’s Optum UK unit, Sky News reports
Jan 6 (Reuters) – U.S. private equity firm TPG (TPG.O), opens new tab is close to acquiring UnitedHealth’s…
Iran’s rulers face legitimacy crisis amid spreading unrest
Unrest reflects gulf between young population and rulersProtesters say aggressive foreign policy does not help themAnalysts say crackdowns…
Treasury’s Bessent says Iran facing precarious moment, economy in trouble
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, Jan 8 (Reuters) – Iran’s economy is facing high inflation and other challenges, partly due…
Social Security full retirement age change for 2026: What you need to know
article In this photo illustration, a Social Security card sits alongside checks from the U.S. Treasury on October…
Nike lost Steph Curry after a disastrous pitch. Now the NBA star is wearing their shoes again – The Irish Times
After a breakout 2013 season during which he announced himself as the next big NBA star, Stephen Curry’s…
NASA considers rare early ISS crew return due to astronaut’s medical issue
Jan 8 (Reuters) – NASA is considering a rare early return of its crew from the International Space…
VIDEO: RBA deputy governor confirms 'very low' chance of further rate cuts – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
VIDEO: RBA deputy governor confirms ‘very low’ chance of further rate cuts Australian Broadcasting CorporationInflation drops to 3.4 per…
Zambia drops plan to extend IMF loan programme
JOHANNESBURG, Jan 7 (Reuters) – Zambia has ditched plans to extend its International Monetary Fund loan programme before…
US House advances Democratic effort to reinstate healthcare subsidies
Four Republicans worked with Democrats to force ACA votesProspects for compromise bill in Senate uncertainPush comes as Americans…