Exclusive-Fitch: Decision to cut U.S. credit rating based on deteriorating governance, polarization
NEW YORK Fitch made its decision to downgrade the U.S. credit rating due to fiscal concerns and a
2023-08-02 21:57
U.S. markets may not see lasting impact from Fitch downgrade
By Susan Mathew Most major brokerages do not expect a sustained drag on U.S. financial markets following Fitch's
2023-08-02 21:23
Niger power blackouts blamed on coup sanctions
Nigeria reportedly cuts electricity supplies to increase pressure on the military junta.
2023-08-02 19:46
Barcelona exploring fresh move for Joao Cancelo
Barcelona ready to make fresh push for Joao Cancelo after failing to sign him from Manchester City in January. Arsenal also retain an interest.
2023-08-02 18:57
Arsenal to test Brentford's resolve with offer for David Raya
Brentford goalkeeper David Raya has agreed personal terms in principle over a move to Arsenal, where he would be willing to play second fiddle to Aaron Ramsdale. The Bees are continuing to demand £40m for the Spain international.
2023-08-02 18:53
Sweden and Denmark consider ban on Quran-burning protests as security fears rise
A spate of Quran-burning protests in Sweden and Denmark has caused angry demonstrations in Muslim-majority countries, heightened security fears at home and left both Scandinavian nations questioning whether they need to review their liberal laws on freedom of speech.
2023-08-02 18:24
World battles to loosen China's grip on vital rare earths for clean energy transition
By Ernest Scheyder and Eric Onstad Refining rare earths for the green energy transition is hard. Just ask
2023-08-02 18:23
Factbox-Credit rating: The shrinking 'triple A' club
Ratings agency Fitch on Tuesday downgraded the U.S. government's top credit rating by a notch to 'AA+' sending
2023-08-02 17:23
Oprah Winfrey: 'Beyonce's concert was the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever seen'
Oprah Winfrey called Beyonce's 'Renaissance' tour "the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever seen" after she attended the show at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium last month.
2023-08-02 15:21
Jury to deliberate for 2nd day on whether Pittsburgh synagogue shooter should receive death penalty
Jurors on Wednesday will deliberate for a second day on whether to sentence Robert Bowers to death for killing 11 worshippers and wounding six others at a Pittsburgh synagogue in 2018.
2023-08-02 14:55
Mega Millions jackpot rises to $1.25 billion after no player wins Tuesday's drawing
The Mega Millions grand prize grew further past the billion-dollar mark after no winning ticket claimed the jackpot at Tuesday night's drawing.
2023-08-02 13:55
Minnesota officials investigating fatal officer-involved shooting of a man during a traffic stop in Minneapolis
Three Minnesota State Patrol troopers are on leave after one of them fatally shot a man during a traffic stop early Monday in Minneapolis, and the state is investigating the shooting, authorities say.
2023-08-02 12:48