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‘Captain America: Brave New World’ shields itself from critics and soars towards a $100 million holiday weekend at box office
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ is Marvel’s first major release since “Deadpool & Wolverine” broke records last summer and re-energized the Marvel ...
Germany’s $11 billion rail disaster: How Stuttgart 21 became a never-ending infrastructure nightmare
Fifteen years after construction began, Stuttgart 21—Germany’s ambitious rail overhaul—remains unfinished, over budget, and mired in controversy. Read More
Ukraine declines U.S. deal that traded access to rare earth minerals for aid but didn’t offer security guarantees
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision not to accept the proposal, at least for now, was described as “short-sighted” by a ...
Israel’s Netanyahu calls Trump proposal to remove Palestinians from Gaza ‘the only viable plan to enable a different future’
Netanyahu discussed the plan with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who kicked off a Middle East visit by endorsing ...
The ‘White Collar’ recession is pummeling office workers, but the end might be near
The pendulum is set to swing back in the white-collar workers’ favor, here’s what could fuel growth Read More
European and UK defence shares rally as investors bet on higher spending
Trump has asked European governments to boost their defence budgets
Indonesia’s ‘staggering’ growth puts Jakarta in a strong position as it plays hardball with Apple
As Apple’s traditional cash cow of China begins to dry up, emerging markets like Indonesia are quickly becoming a source ...
You can earn up to 5.00% APY in a high-yield savings account today, February 17, 2025
Some high-yield savings accounts are still offering rates around 5%. Check out our ranking of the highest savings account rates ...
Earn up to 4.50% APY. Here are the best CD rates today, February 17, 2025
CD rates are still looking strong despite recent rate cuts, with many yielding over 4% APY. Read More
These banks have the best CD rates for the week of February 17, 2025
Act now to lock in APYs over 4% on CDs before rates fall again. Read More
Gen Z has turned against taking middle management roles
Such roles are seen as thankless slog by the youngest cohort of employees
JPMorgan’s ‘huge mistake’: ill-fated purchase of Frank heads to court
Charlie Javice stands trial on charges she fraudulently induced US bank to buy her student loan start-up
Xi hosts summit with Jack Ma, Chinese private sector leaders
“This is the strongest signal China could release to boost social confidence.” Read More
China’s DeepSeek is no longer on South Korea’s app stores due to user data concerns
Korea’s data protection agency said DeepSeek “acknowledged that considerations for domestic privacy laws were somewhat lacking.” Read More
Treasury seeks clarity on cost of Thames Water renationalisation
Indebted utility faces crucial court judgment this week on emergency £3bn loan
Iceland chair and Labour backer gives Starmer government ‘6 out of 10’
Head of food retailer says he wants ministers to focus on planning reform and fixing Britain’s productivity problems
Reeves faces bigger UK budget threat as OBR attacked for bullish forecasts
Chancellor may need to look at deeper spending cuts if fiscal watchdog revises productivity expectations
We must fund oppositions properly to save democracy
Without resources, they will be grossly unprepared for the difficult business of governing
China’s unspoken question: who will succeed Xi Jinping?
The Chinese leader enjoys complete domination of party and state. But to maintain stability, he also needs to signal there ...
Costa says Europe needs to negotiate ‘new security architecture’ with Russia
EU Council president warns Moscow is ‘a global threat’ as European leaders prepare for Paris summit
New Zealand sees record number of departures amid weak economy
Net departures of New Zealand citizens were a record 47,000, surpassing the 43,300 who left in 2023. About 56% of ...
Japan’s economy grew by just 0.1% last year, despite strong exports in the final quarter
Figures for October-December were more upbeat—quarter-on-quarter growth accelerated to 0.7% from 0.4% in the July-September period. Read More
Xi-Jack Ma chat seen as next catalyst for blistering China rally
The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index jumped as much as 1.7% in early Monday trading, after reaching its highest level ...
Mainstream politicians target far-right candidate in fiery German election debate
Co-leader of Alternative for Germany becomes focus in four-way televised debate a week before national polls
Starmer ready to send UK troops to Ukraine to protect peace
“We have got to show we are truly serious about our own defense and bearing our own burden.” Read More
Michael Burry trimmed some China tech bets before DeepSeek-driven rally
The hedge fund manager, famous for his 2008 bet against the US housing market, trimmed his exposure in JD.com and ...
Russia’s ruble is soaring as Trump pushes for an end to the Ukraine war while Europe fears getting sidelined
The ruble has shot up 20% since the start of the year as investors have been expecting improved US-Russia ties ...
Trump administration cuts reach FDA employees in food safety, medical devices and tobacco products
Probationary employees across the FDA received notices Saturday evening that their jobs were being eliminated. Read More
Baftas 2025 — Conclave and The Brutalist share the top honours
Wins for Anora’s Mikey Madison and Emilia Pérez’s Zoe Saldaña suggest the Oscars race remains wide open
Home delistings soar 64% to the highest level in nearly a decade as buyers turn down sellers
While delistings typically surge in the winter, the magnitude of the latest spike indicates an unusual mismatch in supply and ...
