France shifts to the left, but policy paralysis looms
PARIS — France faced a hung parliament and the prospect of taxing negotiations starting Monday to form a government, after a surprise left-wing surge...
2024 could be world’s hottest year as June breaks records
BRUSSELS — Last month was the hottest June on record, the European Union’s climate change monitoring service said on Monday, continuing a streak of...
India’s tea prices soar as extreme weather slashes output
MUMBAI — India’s tea prices have been soaring and are expected to stay high as heatwaves and floods during the peak harvesting season slash...
Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in probe of 737 MAX crashes
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON — Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge and pay a fine of $243.6 million to resolve...
Could Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump in November’s presidential race?
WASHINGTON — She worries Republican donors, has name recognition, and Democratic Party heavyweights are beginning to line up behind her.
Vice President Kamala Harris would...
US, Australia commit to better Pacific banking as China influence grows
BRISBANE - US and Australian officials said on Monday they were committed to improving financial connectivity in the Pacific, as lenders and policymakers from across the...
Dubai’s high-end property sales undented by drop in listings, consultancy says
DUBAI - The number of homes worth $10 million or more that were sold in Dubai held steady in the first half of the year despite...
Corporate France braces for new era of political turmoil
AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France — France’s business elite is anxious about volatile politics, inexperienced policymakers, street protests and a possible wave of bankruptcies in the coming...
‘Miracles’ and hope: Stampede spotlights India’s craze for godmen
BAHADURNAGAR, India — Just a pat on the back by preacher “Bhole Baba” and Ramkumari said a stone in her kidney vanished. The 85-year-old...
Argentines’ beef consumption seen at record low in 2024
BUENOS AIRES - Beef-loving Argentines are cutting back on their steaks as the country’s economy slumps, meaning cattle consumption will likely hit a record...
German government clinches 2025 budget deal in line with debt brake
BERLIN - Germany's coalition government has clinched an agreement on the budget for 2025 that will adhere to the country's strict spending rules following...
Hong Kong retailers bank on duty-free quota hike to boost sales
HONG KONG - An increase in the duty-free quota for Chinese tourists to Hong Kong may go some way to support the city's retailers, but...