Afghanistan country profile
Provides an overview of Afghanistan, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
2023-08-15 20:49
Barbie banned from Algerian cinemas for corrupting morals
It is accused of promoting attitudes contrary to the cultural beliefs of the mainly Muslim nation.
2023-08-15 20:47
Surprise China Rate Cut Only Highlights Tough Choices Facing Xi
President Xi Jinping has resisted pulling the trigger on a major stimulus to revive the world’s second-biggest economy.
2023-08-15 19:28
Second Ecuador politician killed in less than a week
Local party leader Pedro Briones was shot by gunmen outside his home in Esmeraldas province.
2023-08-15 18:19
Hedge funds land bonuses despite returns below bank savings rates -Goldman
By Nell Mackenzie LONDON Most investors still award bonuses to hedge funds even if their investments do not
2023-08-15 18:15
Suspected Russian spies held in major UK security investigation
Three Bulgarian nationals suspected of spying in the UK for Russia face trial for "fake passports".
2023-08-15 17:59
Typhoon Lan Paralyzes Planes and Trains While Crossing Japan
Typhoon Lan reached the coast of central Japan early Tuesday, grounding flights and halting trains as residents braced
2023-08-15 17:50
The Fed’s Interest-Rate Debate Is Shifting
As Federal Reserve officials close in on the end of their tightening campaign, the debate is shifting from
2023-08-15 17:27
Can Sweden’s Visionary Wood City Outrun Its Real Estate Crisis?
This article is part of the Bloomberg Green series Timber Town, which looks at the global rise of
2023-08-15 17:16
Federer-Backed Shoemaker On Says Strong Franc Weighs on Sales Growth
Swiss shoemaker On Holding AG said the strength of the franc will dampen its ability to fully capitalize
2023-08-15 17:16
Russia hikes interest rates after rouble slides
The Bank of Russia raises rates to 12% from 8.5% in a bid to boost the currency and lower inflation.
2023-08-15 16:56
Russia Hikes Rates at Emergency Meeting After Ruble’s Crash
Russia’s central bank raised interest rates to the highest in over a year, increasing the pace of monetary
2023-08-15 16:26