The United Arab Emirates has achieved a milestone in its economic transformation, with non-oil trade exceeding $1 trillion for the first time in 2025. This rapid growth is closing the export gap with regional heavyweight Saudi Arabia, as both Gulf states accelerate their push beyond hydrocarbons.
The British government's move to retroactively alter leasehold ground rent contracts is undermining a foundational pillar of its investment landscape: trust in the rule of law. This erosion of contractual certainty risks deterring the long-term capital essential for growth, from energy to AI infrastructure.
Harrel Braddy, convicted of kidnapping a mother and daughter from their home and leaving the child to die in the Everglades, has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury declined to reinstate the death penalty.
For retirees facing Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), converting a traditional IRA to a Roth can offer relief—but at a significant upfront tax cost. We analyze the long-term math and trade-offs for a 60-year-old with a $1.1 million portfolio, exploring whether staged conversions make financial sense.
French authorities have demanded 1.7 billion euros from Uber for unpaid payroll taxes, alleging the ride-hailing giant misclassified drivers as independent contractors to avoid employer obligations, a report reveals.
After months of political gridlock and a series of no-confidence votes, France's parliament is poised to adopt the contentious 2026 budget. The survival of Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's government hinges on Monday's vote, marking a critical juncture for the nation's fiscal and political stability.
Podcaster Joe Rogan and Senator Bernie Sanders dissect the stark decline of Detroit's auto industry on a recent episode, highlighting abandoned factories, job offshoring, and a city where homes can sell for pennies. The conversation underscores the human cost of deindustrialization and the fierce global competition now facing American automakers.
Africa's largest conglomerate secures a strategic gas supply agreement with Nigeria's state oil firm, a key move supporting national ambitions to leverage vast gas reserves for industrial growth and investment.
Firm Capital Property Trust (TSE:FCD.UN) delivered a 22% total shareholder return over the past year, buoyed by dividends, despite a more modest share price gain and underlying earnings pressure. The performance highlights the complex dynamics between dividend yield, market sentiment, and fundamental business health in the current real estate investment trust (REIT) landscape.
After a protracted political standoff, France's long-delayed 2026 budget is set for adoption, granting Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu a hard-won victory but leaving President Macron's domestic reform agenda in limbo ahead of the 2027 election.
Japan has successfully retrieved rare-earth-rich sediment from the deep Pacific seabed in a world-first test, marking a significant step in its national strategy to diversify critical mineral supplies and reduce dependence on China.
The family of Milagros Ortiz demands accountability after a marked police cruiser, found at fault in a preliminary report, struck her car, leading to her death. An internal investigation is ongoing.
Ford Motor Company and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi have both denied a Financial Times report claiming preliminary discussions about producing Xiaomi's electric vehicles in the United States, as the auto industry navigates steep new tariffs on Chinese imports.
For those on a fixed income, inflation isn't just an economic indicator—it's a direct assault on financial security. Experts warn that failing to plan for rising costs can halve a retiree's purchasing power over decades. Here’s a strategic guide to building a resilient portfolio.
Certified financial planner and popular financial educator Kevin Lum outlines a crucial mindset shift for those nearing or in retirement, urging them to move beyond accumulation and toward purposeful living.
Laura Fernandez, a close ally of outgoing populist President Rodrigo Chaves, has been elected Costa Rica's next leader. She pledges to continue his transformative agenda, including constitutional reforms and emergency measures to combat drug violence, signaling a profound shift for the nation.
Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.
Backed by regional sovereign wealth giants, Ruya Partners is launching a $400 million fund to address middle-market lending gaps in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, positioning itself as a key player in the Gulf's burgeoning private credit landscape.
Tens of thousands gathered in Prague's Wenceslas Square on Sunday, voicing support for President Petr Pavel in his escalating constitutional dispute with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government. The protest, organized by pro-democracy activists, highlights deep divisions over Ukraine policy and a controversial ministerial appointment.
HMRC opens phone lines and boosts digital services on the final Saturday before the January 31 deadline, as over a million taxpayers missed the cut-off last year.
