Hong Kong Holds Rate as Fed Presses Pause on Hiking Cycle
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority maintained its base rate at 5.75% on Thursday as the US Federal Reserve
2023-09-21 13:49
South Korea raids US military bases in drugs probe
Some 17 soldiers and five other people allegedly smuggled or used synthetic marijuana via military mail.
2023-09-21 13:24
Poland to stop supplying weapons to Ukraine over grain row
It comes as tensions rapidly escalate between the two countries - historically close allies.
2023-09-21 13:21
Where Ukraine’s army of amputees go to repair their lives
Orla Guerin visits a hospital and clinic in Ukraine, where 15,000 lost limbs in the first half of 2023.
2023-09-21 13:18
Toshiba to Go Private as $13.5 Billion Buyout Offer Succeeds
Private equity fund Japan Industrial Partners Inc.’s successful tender offer for Toshiba Corp. paves the way for a
2023-09-21 12:47
Indonesia jails woman who recited Muslim prayer before trying pork on TikTok
A Muslim woman has been sentenced to two years in prison under Indonesia's blasphemy law over a video she shared on TikTok which showed her reciting an Islamic prayer before trying out pork while visiting the tourist island of Bali.
2023-09-21 12:46
Singapore Banks Tighten Scrutiny of Chinese With Other Passports
Singapore banks are increasing scrutiny of some Chinese-born clients with other citizenships, following last month’s crackdown on money
2023-09-21 11:18
MSCI’s China Gauge Set for 10-Month Low as Pessimism Persists
Chinese stocks are extending their poor run, with a key gauge heading for its lowest level since November
2023-09-21 10:46
US urged JPMorgan to 'be patient' before halt to processing Russia grain payments
By Daphne Psaledakis and Humeyra Pamuk NEW YORK Washington urged JPMorgan to "be patient" before the U.S. bank
2023-09-21 08:49
US voters on aid: 'Of course I want Ukraine to win, but...'
The US is the largest donor to Ukraine in terms of money spent, but do Americans support the cause?
2023-09-21 08:22
US spending in Ukraine explained in four charts
Volodymyr Zelensky needs the US to give more aid to Ukraine, but some are growing wary of the hefty price tag.
2023-09-21 07:56
Marketmind: Central bank bonanza, yen intervention watch
By Jamie McGeever A look at the day ahead in Asian markets from Jamie McGeever, financial markets columnist.
2023-09-21 05:52