Marketmind: China property troubles plague Asia stocks
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole. It's been a nervy start to
2023-08-14 12:54
Women’s World Cup LIVE: England news as Lionesses prepare for Australia semi-final
England are preparing to face Australia in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals, with the hosts gripped by Matildas fever ahead of Wednesday’s crunch clash in Sydney. The Lionesses reached the semi-finals as they came from behind to beat Colombia on Saturday and will return to Stadium Australia to face the hosts, with Sarina Wiegman’s side looking to reach their first ever World Cup final. Australia defeated France on penalties in what was the most-watched sporting event in the country since the 2000 Olympics, with the excitement set to build even further ahead of facing rivals England. The World Cup semi-finals kick off tomorrow with Spain meeting Sweden in Auckland for a place in Sunday’s showpiece final. All four teams left in the World Cup are looking to win the tournament for the first time, with European champions England remaining slight favourites. Sweden were impressive in knocking out Japan in the quarter-finals, while Spain have a hugely talented squad and Australia have the momentum and backing of their home support. Follow all the latest World Cup news and updates ahead of the semi-finals in today’s live blog. Read More Who and when do England play next? Lionesses’ route to the World Cup final ahead of semi-final England reach familiar World Cup hurdle — but this time there’s a difference England embrace a new identity to reveal World Cup strength
2023-08-14 12:47
SNB Expected to Hike Again Even as Inflation Is Seen Slowing
Economists expect the Swiss National Bank to raise interest rates for a final time in September, even as
2023-08-14 12:29
A stunning possible fourth indictment looms over Trump and the 2024 election
Yet another likely criminal indictment is looming over Donald Trump this week, which would deepen his already extreme legal quagmire and further divert an unparalleled election season from the campaign trail into multiple courtrooms.
2023-08-14 12:28
David McCormick is gearing up for a Senate run in Pennsylvania. But he lives in Connecticut
Former hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick often touts his deep connection to Pennsylvania as he lays the groundwork for another likely Senate run
2023-08-14 12:28
The West's 'see no evil' approach to Serbia's Vucic is destabilizing the Balkans
When Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States and European Union accelerated their pivot towards Serbia. Rather than juggling the contradictory demands of pluralistic and fractious Balkan states, Western capitals focused the bulk of their efforts on a singular target.
2023-08-14 12:28
Middle school in China under fire for telling girls not to 'behave flirtatiously' to avoid sexual harassment
A controversial lesson on sexual harassment at a middle school in southern China has stirred online debate about victim-blaming, with many criticizing both the school and what they say is an inadequate response from officials.
2023-08-14 12:24
Hollywood Strikes Threaten Britain’s US-Dependent Film Industry
The UK film industry is reckoning with its streaming-fueled reliance on US media giants after Hollywood strikes have
2023-08-14 12:21
ECB Still Seen Delivering One Last Hike in September, Poll Shows
Unmoved by recent signs that inflation pressure is abating, economists continue to predict that the European Central Bank
2023-08-14 12:21
How Fani Willis oversaw what might be the most sprawling legal case against Donald Trump
Just one month after Donald Trump’s January 2021 phone call to suggest Georgia’s secretary of state could overturn his election loss, district attorney Fani Willis announced she was looking into possibly illegal “attempts to influence” the results
2023-08-14 12:20
Argentina markets face election hangover after far-right primary bombshell
By Eliana Raszewski BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) -Argentina's markets face an election hangover on Monday after a shock primary election win
2023-08-14 12:20
More states expect schools to keep trans girls off girls teams as K-12 classes resume
Children are heading back to classes and fall sports practices, and four more states are expecting their K-12 schools to keep transgender girls off their girls sports teams
2023-08-14 12:18
