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US says its firms could deem Chinese business environment 'too risky'
Business in China could become "too risky" for US firms without changes to the regulatory environment, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo warned Wednesday as she wrapped up a visit to the world's second-largest economy.
Iran steps up crackdown ahead of Amini anniversary: activists
Iran is ratcheting up a crackdown ahead of the one-year anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini, arresting prominent personalities, campaigners and relatives of those killed by security forces in protests last year, activists say.
'La La Land' director hopes 'some good' will come of Hollywood strike
Damien Chazelle, who heads the jury at the Venice Film Festival that kicks off Wednesday, told AFP he hopes Hollywood will get over its current crisis and said he was confident that movies will survive the AI revolution.
US says seeking more 'predictable' business environment in China
The United States wants to work with China to ensure a more "predictable" environment for American businesses in Shanghai, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo told officials in the economic hub on Wednesday.
Sex, lies and social media: Women face tough fight in African politics
Soon after Judy Kengo was sworn into office last year, the Kenyan legislator faced her first public test when a doctored photo of a lookalike kissing another woman surfaced online.
Strike-hit German stunt performers train kids during filming freeze
Ten-year-old Nathaniel squeezes his eyes shut, straightens his back and sucks in his breath as he plunges backward from the reinforced steel roof of a stunt car.
Equities extend gains on US jobs data, China hopes
Asian investors on Wednesday tracked a rally on Wall Street as a softer-than-expected report on US job openings soothed fears the Federal Reserve will hike interest rates again.
Australia to hold Indigenous rights referendum on Oct 14
Australia will hold a historic Indigenous rights referendum on October 14, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Wednesday, setting up a defining moment in the nation's relationship with its Aboriginal minority.
Hollywood strike saps glamour from 80th Venice Film Festival
A historic Hollywood strike robbed the Venice Film Festival of some of its usual glitz as it launched its 80th edition on Wednesday, but a raft of big-name -- and controversial -- directors are keeping the film world buzzing.
Global stocks extend gains as US data reassures
Stock markets extended a global rally Tuesday as the first of a series of data due out this week gave no reason for the US Federal Reserve to hike interest rates further.
Von der Leyen backs Dutch FM Hoekstra for EU climate post
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen gave her backing Tuesday to the Dutch foreign minister to fill a vacant post on the European Commission, saying Wopke Hoekstra would take up a climate brief.
Kenya Airways losses deepen on weaker shilling
Kenya's struggling national carrier Kenya Airways on Tuesday reported a surge in losses in the first half of the financial year due to increased foreign exchange and borrowing costs.
3M to settle US veterans hearing loss lawsuits for $6 bn
Manufacturing giant 3M said Tuesday it has reached a $6 billion settlement over claims by US military veterans that its earplugs were faulty and failed to protect their hearing.
Stocks extend gains before key US data
Stock markets extended a global rally Tuesday ahead of US data this week that could be key to the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates.
Meta fights sprawling Chinese 'Spamouflage' operation
Meta on Tuesday said it purged thousands of Facebook accounts that were part of a widespread online Chinese spam operation trying to covertly boost China and criticize the West.
German state leader demands answers on anti-Semitic flyer
A powerful German state leader ordered a probe Tuesday into an anti-Semitism scandal within his ruling coalition just weeks ahead of a key regional election.
Stock markets extend gains
Stock markets extended a global rally Tuesday ahead of US data this week that could be key to the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rates.
UBS set to post first results since Credit Suisse merger
As UBS prepares to post earnings this week, investors and employees are eagerly awaiting clues as to how Switzerland's largest bank is faring after swallowing up its fallen rival Credit Suisse.
China, US hold fresh talks on trade disputes
US and Chinese officials held a fresh round of talks on contentious trade issues Tuesday, the third day of a visit to Beijing by US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
No recovery yet for 'lacklustre' German economy, says Bundesbank
Germany's "lacklustre" economy will likely stagnate again in the third quarter, the Bundesbank central bank said Monday, as weak demand from abroad and high interest rates take their toll on Europe's industrial powerhouse.
European stocks rebound, China rate cut fails to ease worries
European stocks rebounded Monday but Asian markets ended mixed after a Chinese rate cut failed to reassure investors worried about the outlook for the world's number two economy.
Markets mixed as China rate cut fails to ease economy worries
Markets were mixed Monday as China's decision to cut interest rates again failed to reassure investors, who are increasingly worried about the outlook for the world's number two economy.
Most markets sink as China rate cut fails to ease economy worries
Most Asian markets fell Monday as China's decision to cut interest rates again failed to reassure investors, who are growing increasingly worried about the outlook for the world's number two economy.
China cuts key interest rate to support economy
China's central bank on Monday cut a key interest rate in an attempt to counter the post-Covid growth slowdown in the world's second-largest economy.
From Furby to Grimace, brands cash in with nostalgic reboots
Furby and Polly Pocket are making a comeback -- and don't forget Surge soda and McDonald's Grimace -- as businesses deepen bets around consumers' nostalgia for decades-old brands.
'Can't sleep at night': China's youth worry about tough job market
Freshly graduated psychology major Zhang has failed to find a job in her chosen field of market research despite sending out thousands of CVs to Chinese employers.
U.S. Steel plays hard to get as potential suitors line up
United States Steel has launched a strategic review after receiving several unsolicited offers for a partial or total takeover, and has already rebuffed one "unreasonable" offer.
Stocks drop as investors worry about US rates, China woes
Shares fell Friday as investors contemplated the prospect that interest rates could remain higher for longer and on concerns over China's economy.
Stocks dragged further by US rate worry, China gloom
Asian markets mostly fell Friday on growing worries of another Federal Reserve interest rate hike and deepening concerns about China's economy, with the country's property crisis once again adding an extra layer of jeopardy.
Stocks dragged further down by US rate worry, China gloom
Asian markets mostly fell Friday on growing worries of another Federal Reserve interest rate hike and deepening concerns about China's economy, with the country's property crisis once again adding an extra layer of jeopardy.
Wet July dampens UK retail sales, spending outlook
British retail sales fell more than expected in July, official data showed Friday, with poor weather blamed for the setback as the country tries to revive its flagging economy.
Demise of England's 'Crooked House' shows pubs in peril
With a 15-degree list making one end four feet (1.2 metres) lower than the other, the historic Crooked House pub looked as if could topple over at any minute.