Scholz calls for a broad pact to slash bureaucracy and modernize Germany
Chancellor Olaf Scholz has urged Germany’s opposition and regional governments to help slash a “thicket of bureaucracy” that slows down Europe’s biggest economy, as his government grapples with poor poll ratings and a reputation for internal strife half way through its term
2023-09-06 17:15
Air Canada kicks off passengers who refused vomit-covered seats
Air Canada apologises to passengers kicked off a fight for refusing seats with "visible vomit residue".
2023-09-06 16:49
Aung San Suu Kyi ill but denied urgent care, says son
Sources say severe toothaches have left the 78-year-old, detained since 2021, unable to eat.
2023-09-06 16:27
British Museum: Chinese TikTok hit amplifies calls for return of artefacts
The popular Chinese TikTok series amplifies nationalist calls for the return of the country's treasures.
2023-09-06 16:23
Growing feud over Tuberville's stand on military nominations risks Senate confirmation of nation's top military officer
The escalating feud between Democrats and Sen. Tommy Tuberville over the Alabama Republican's hold on roughly 300 military nominees could soon lead to an even riskier situation: Holding up the confirmation of the nation's highest-ranking military officer.
2023-09-06 16:16
US Open players hit by mystery illness, speculation of 'bug' spreads online
Reports have emerged of a vomiting bug making its rounds in the US Open, leading to questions about if it may be related to Covid-19
2023-09-06 15:59
Bank of Russia to Meet Currency Demand as Eurobond Comes Due
Russia’s central bank will offload 150 billion rubles ($1.5 billion) of foreign exchange in the domestic market this
2023-09-06 15:49
Searchers trying to 'stress' escaped Pennsylvania killer and force a mistake, official says as manhunt enters its 7th day
About 200 law enforcement personnel are searching for escaped convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante in eastern Pennsylvania, hoping to "stress him" out of hiding as the manhunt Wednesday stretches into its seventh day, a US Marshals Service official said.
2023-09-06 15:22
Germany Factory Orders Slumped 11.7% at Start of Third Quarter
German factory orders plummeted in July, a sign that the woes of Europe’s biggest economy continued into the
2023-09-06 14:58
Dollar Rally Hits Resistance, Stock Futures Fall: Markets Wrap
The greenback’s rally paused and stocks futures fell amid elevated oil prices that reignited concerns over inflation. The
2023-09-06 14:56
China Considers Law Banning Clothes That ‘Hurt Feelings’ of Others
China’s public is expressing concern about a potential legal change that would allow for fines and even jail
2023-09-06 14:55
HK LGBTQ Ruling ‘Wisely’ Avoids China Rewrite, Adviser Says
A top adviser to Hong Kong’s leader praised a landmark ruling backing same-sex unions by the city’s highest
2023-09-06 14:20