‘It’s not a pretty picture’: Russia’s support is growing in the developing world
Russia’s sphere of influence is growing as propaganda and diplomatic efforts gather momentum, analysts suggest.
At least 38 killed in fire at migrant detention center in Mexico near U.S. border
At least 38 killed in fire at migrant detention center in Mexico near U.S. border Family members of the 38 people killed in a fire at a migrant holding facility …
‘Call of duty’: With Sergio Ermotti, Switzerland gets a cost-cutting local to restore its reputation
New UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti on Wednesday said his return to the helm was “a call of duty,” as the Swiss veteran takes on the task of restoring order to …
Taliban arrests prominent education campaigner who refused to back down
Malala Yousafzai on Taliban’s education ban Afghanistan’s Taliban regime arrested a well-known education campaigner this week for his work and for holding “meetings with Westerners,” as the Islamic hardliners continue …
Alibaba to split into 6 units and explore IPOs; shares pop 9%
Alibaba said Tuesday it will split its company into six business groups, each with the ability to raise outside funding and go public.
Putin announces agreement to station nuclear weapons in Belarus
Putin announces agreement to station nuclear weapons in Belarus Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, bringing them closer to Europe. The U.S. …
Saudi National Bank chair resigns just days after Credit Suisse comments sparked sell-off
Al-Khudairy’s resignation comes days after his comments fueled investor panic and contributed to a selloff in the shares of embattled lender Credit Suisse.
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
Andrew Lloyd Webber Nicholas Lloyd Webber, the Grammy-nominated composer, record producer and eldest son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, died Saturday in England after a protracted battle with gastric cancer and …
Deposit drain from smaller banks into financial giants like JPMorgan Chase has slowed, sources say
Uncertainty caused by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank this month triggered outflows and plunging share prices at peers including First Republic and PacWest.
Afghanistan military dog set to reunite with its owner in the U.S.
Afghanistan military dog, owner to reunite During a St. Pierre, 30, was Chase’s handler as she led her 38-soldier platoon on “guardian angel” missions throughout Kabul and the surrounding areas. …