Boris Johnson's former top aide is withering about UK government during COVID-19 pandemic inquiry
The former top aide to ex-British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has painted a picture of widespread chaos and dysfunction in government during the coronavirus pandemic
2023-10-31 22:58
Autoworkers are the latest to spotlight the power of US labor. What is the state of unions today?
From auto production lines to Hollywood, the power of labor unions is back in the national spotlight
2023-10-31 22:52
US wages rose at a solid pace this summer, posing challenge for Fed's inflation fight
Wages and benefits grew at a slightly faster pace in the July-September quarter than the previous three months, a benefit to workers that also represents a risk to the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation
2023-10-31 21:16
Europe's inflation eased to 2.9% in October thanks to lower fuel prices. But growth has vanished
The inflation that has been wearing on European consumers fell sharply to 2.9% in October, its lowest in more than two years as fuel prices fell and rapid interest rate hikes from the European Central Bank took hold
2023-10-31 20:27
Singapore defense minister calls on China to take the lead in reducing regional tensions
Singapore’s defense minister has urged China as a dominant power in Asia to take the lead in reducing tensions in the region, warning that a military conflict like the one in Ukraine or the Israel-Hamas war would be devastating for the continent and its future
2023-10-31 20:18
3 energy companies compete to build a new nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic
Three energy companies including U.S. Westinghouse, France’s EdF and Korea’s KHNP, have submitted their final bids to build the Czech Republic’s newest reactor at the Dukovany nuclear power station as the country strives to become more energy-independent and wean itself off fossil fuels
2023-10-31 19:52
Biden administration takes on JetBlue as its fight against industry consolidation goes to court
The Biden administration and JetBlue Airways are facing off in court over the Biden administration's effort to stop JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines
2023-10-31 18:57
Stock market today: World shares mixed, oil prices gain ahead of Fed decision on rates
World shares are mixed and oil prices have gained as investors await a decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve on interest rates
2023-10-31 17:59
China’s Gold Appetite To Stay Strong Through 2023, Council Says
China’s appetite for gold will stay strong through the rest of 2023, the World Gold Council said, just
2023-10-31 14:56
India, Taiwan Tourists Can Enter Thailand Without Visa For Next Six Months
Thailand will waive visa for travelers from India and Taiwan for six months ahead of the year-end holiday
2023-10-31 14:45
Israel's economy recovered from previous wars with Hamas, but this one might go longer, hit harder
Just last month, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu predicted a new era of peace and prosperity in the Middle East, based on growing acceptance of Israel within the region
2023-10-31 09:24
Ukraine war: Whole family shot dead in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town
Russian soldiers are suspected of killing nine people, including two children, in the town of Volnovakha.
2023-10-31 05:18