xi jinping

Xi Jinping Seeks Closer Ties with Brazil During State Visit and G20 Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized his intent to "further enhance" relations with Brazil upon his arrival for a state visit and the 19th G20 Summit, according to Chinese state media. The visit, which will extend until Thursday, reflects China's growing...
Brendan Carr

Donald Trump Taps Brendan Carr as FCC Chairman, Vows to Combat “Censorship Cartel”

American communications, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump announced on Sunday his selection of Republican Brendan Carr as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Trump hailed Carr as a "warrior for Free Speech," signaling an aggressive agenda aimed at dismantling perceived...
"This is not your land, you are not my king!" Lidia Thorpe said.

Indigenous Lawmaker Censured for Heckling King Charles Over Colonial Legacy in Australia

Australia’s parliament on Monday censured independent senator Lidia Thorpe after she publicly heckled King Charles III during his October visit to Canberra, reigniting a fierce debate about the monarchy’s role in modern Australia and the colonial legacy of European settlement....
Japanese Markets

Bank of Japan Governor Hints at Path to Rate Hikes Amid Wage-Driven Inflation

Business leaders in Nagoya on Monday, Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda painted a cautiously optimistic picture of Japan's economic trajectory. Highlighting progress towards achieving sustained inflation bolstered by wage growth, Ueda suggested that conditions for raising interest rates...
Alibaba

Alibaba Group Seeks to Raise $5 Billion Through Multi-Tranche Bond Issuance

Chinese e-commerce powerhouse Alibaba Group is embarking on an ambitious plan to raise $5 billion through a multi-tranche bond offering, according to sources privy to the matter. The fundraising initiative includes both U.S. dollar-denominated bonds and offshore Chinese yuan bonds,...
Alan Jones, Former Australian Rugby Coach and Broadcaster, Arrested for Alleged Sexual Offences

Alan Jones, Former Australian Rugby Coach and Broadcaster, Arrested for Alleged Sexual Offences

Alan Jones, an influential figure in Australian media and sports, was arrested on Monday morning at his luxury Sydney Harbour apartment following allegations of "sexual touching offences" spanning nearly two decades, from 2001 to 2019. The arrest, carried out by...
Iron Ore

BHP Australia Chief Warns of Challenges Ahead for Nation’s Mining Industry

In a stark warning to Australia’s mining sector, BHP Group’s Australia President Geraldine Slattery cautioned that the country must rethink its reliance on traditional export markets and prepare for a more competitive global landscape. Speaking at a conference in Brisbane...
Japanese Yen (JPY)

Yen’s Revival? Strategists Predict a 2025 Rebound Amid Global Economic Shifts

After two years of enduring relentless declines, the Japanese yen may finally be poised for a turnaround. Analysts and market strategists predict the yen could strengthen against the US dollar, fueled by anticipated policy shifts from the Bank of Japan...
Asia Stock Markets

Asian Markets Surge as Samsung Leads Gains Amid Mixed Global Sentiment

Asian shares rallied on Monday, reversing earlier losses, as South Korea’s Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. surged following a surprise stock buyback announcement. The regional equities benchmark rose 0.3%, buoyed by gains in Hong Kong and mainland China, while Japanese markets...
Donald Trump

Donald Trump Plans to Revive Maximum Pressure Campaign on Iran, Targeting Oil Exports and Regional Influence

Donald Trump is set to revive his “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran when he reenters the White House in January, according to sources familiar with his transition plans. The strategy aims to cripple Tehran’s ability to fund its regional proxies...
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