In a joint diplomatic push, Chile, Brazil, and Mexico have officially submitted former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet's candidacy to become the first woman to lead the United Nations, as the race to succeed Antonio Guterres heats up.
A Dhaka court sentences former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years and her niece, UK Labour MP Tulip Siddiq, to 4 years on corruption charges, amid a political crackdown ahead of February elections.
The energy giant reported industry-leading earnings and cash flow, driven by record production and deep cost cuts, while returning billions to shareholders and outlining an ambitious growth plan through 2030.
The death of Jose 'Gonzalito' Sanchez, second-in-command of Colombia's largest criminal syndicate, in a boating accident raises immediate questions about the stability of ongoing government negotiations aimed at ending decades of conflict.
A prolonged, nationwide internet blackout in Iran, imposed during recent unrest, has crippled businesses and severed global connections for millions, revealing the deep fragility of an economy already under strain.
Pakistan has announced it will not play its scheduled T20 World Cup match against India, a decision linked by officials to recent deadly attacks in Balochistan and broader geopolitical disputes involving Bangladesh's tournament exclusion.
MarketAxess Holdings (MKTX), once a high-flying fintech darling, has seen its share price erode by nearly 70% over five years. As the bond trading platform grapples with shifting market dynamics and increased competition, investors are left debating whether the current valuation presents a rare buying opportunity or signals deeper structural challenges.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber is overhauling its Avon Tyres brand and challenging U.S. tariffs in court, strategic moves analysts say are aimed at defending profitability amid cost pressures and competitive markets.
The Walt Disney Company surpassed Wall Street's revenue and earnings expectations for its fiscal first quarter, powered by strength in its streaming services and theme parks. The media giant reaffirmed its full-year forecast for double-digit profit growth, signaling confidence in its ongoing strategic transformation.
Augusto Blacker Miller, a controversial figure from Peru's Fujimori era, has died in a Rio de Janeiro prison hospital. The 80-year-old, arrested in Brazil last December on an Interpol warrant, succumbed to cardiorespiratory arrest, reigniting debates about justice, aging detainees, and cross-border legal accountability.
In a move that deepens its cost leadership, Vanguard has reduced expense ratios on dozens of funds, marking the second major round of cuts under CEO Salim Ramji and highlighting the intense pressure on fees in the asset management industry.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has partially reopened under the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire, permitting a limited number of medical evacuations for the first time in nearly two years, as tens of thousands await passage.
German federal prosecutors have arrested five individuals accused of orchestrating a vast procurement network that allegedly funneled millions of euros worth of goods to Russian defense companies, in direct violation of EU sanctions imposed following the invasion of Ukraine.
In a cafe in eastern Turkey, Iranian exiles gather, their eyes fixed on news from home. As a new wave of protests meets a severe crackdown, those who fled earlier unrest watch, wait, and voice a desperate mix of anguish, anger, and fragile hope.
QatarEnergy awards McDermott a pivotal contract to plan the removal of 27 aging offshore platforms, marking the nation's first major step in responsibly retiring legacy oil and gas infrastructure.
Purcari Wineries has submitted a binding offer to acquire Romanian competitor Serve Ceptura, a move that would significantly expand its vineyard holdings and production capacity in the prestigious Dealu Mare wine region.
The European Union has firmly rejected Iran's retaliatory designation of EU member states' armed forces as 'terrorist groups,' a move that came days after the bloc formally listed Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, escalating a diplomatic tit-for-tat.
Disney's theme parks and cruise lines delivered a historic $10 billion quarter, driving overall revenue past expectations. However, surging costs across its media and sports divisions squeezed profits as the entertainment giant nears a decision on its next chief executive.
Insiders at Canadian forestry giant Canfor Corporation have been net buyers of the company's shares over the last twelve months, with President Susan Yurkovich leading the activity. The trend signals internal optimism as key executives invest personal capital even above current trading prices.
American Airlines begins compensating flight attendants left without accommodations during Winter Storm Fern, as the union accuses management of contract violations and calls for accountability.
