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Rescued “Coyote vs. Acme” Opens Strong After Studio Reversal
The once-shelved Looney Tunes feature earned an estimated $15.5 million on debut, demonstrating the audience value of a film nearly written...
Bitcoin Climbs Above $80,000 as Dollar Weakness Revives Crypto Demand
The world’s largest cryptocurrency reached a three-month high as investors responded to bond-market intervention, policy signals and...
Oil Prices Jump as Renewed US-Iran Strikes Threaten Hormuz Shipping
Crude rose by more than 2% after military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz revived concerns about energy supply and maritime security.
Tunisia Heatwave Strains Electricity, Water and Health Services
Temperatures approaching 50°C have driven record power demand and disrupted essential services, exposing the country’s infrastructure...
Grand Canyon Flash Flood Triggers Evacuations and Search Operation
More than 60 people were evacuated after water and debris swept into the Colorado River, while authorities searched for those reported...
Zambian Opposition Leader Charged With Treason
Zambian opposition figure Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason, according to his lawyer.
Iceland Rejects Renewed EU Membership Talks in Close Referendum
Icelandic voters have narrowly rejected reopening European Union membership negotiations after a closely contested national campaign.
China's Factory Downturn Eases but Services Remain Weak
China's manufacturing contraction moderated in August, but weak services activity points to an uneven economic recovery.
Asian Diesel Shipments to Africa Reach Multi-Year High
Asian diesel exports to Africa are set to reach their highest level in at least four and a half years as buyers replace reduced Middle...
G20 Debate Intensifies Over China's Record Trade Surplus
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says G20 countries should consider additional trade barriers to address China's large surplus.
Barclays Expects Two More US Rate Increases This Year
Barclays expects the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates in September and December following more hawkish signals.
Foreign Investment in Germany Rose 50 Percent in 2025
Foreign direct investment into Germany increased sharply in 2025, with stronger British inflows offsetting a decline from US companies.
Financial Watchdog Warns AI Cyberattacks Could Threaten Global Stability
The Financial Stability Board says AI-driven cyber risk is the most immediate technology concern facing the global financial system.
Asian Markets Slip as Oil and Bond Yields Rise
Asian shares fell as renewed US-Iran fighting lifted oil prices and elevated bond yields pressured investor confidence.
Plan for Global Defence Bank Seeks $116 Billion
A proposed Defence, Security and Resilience Bank aims to raise $116 billion for lower-cost lending to governments and defence contractors.
German Drone Maker's US Expansion Highlights Transatlantic Defence Capital
Quantum Systems gained an early US foothold with support from CIA-backed investor In-Q-Tel, illustrating the role of American capital in...
