Gaza’s economy is in ruins as Israel-Hamas war sets development back decades
Gaza’s war-battered economy is about to sink further. Unemployment rate now stands close to 100%, and its economy is “ceasing activity” indefinitely.
Far-right anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders wins big in Dutch elections
The Hague, Netherlands— Anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders won a huge victory in Dutch elections, according to a near complete count of the vote early Thursday, in a stunning lurch to …
Why the UK government’s tax cuts still leave workers worse off
U.K. Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt on Wednesday announced a substantial cut to National Insurance.
Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
Israel approves Hamas hostage deal The Israeli government approved a deal early on Wednesday that will see the release of some of the hostages held by Hamas, the government said in …
OpenAI brings Sam Altman back as CEO less than a week after he was fired by board
Less than a week after he was fired as CEO by the OpenAI board, Sam Altman is back running the artificial intelligence startup.
China’s property sector needs more government support as crisis deepens
China’s property market, which makes up a substantial chunk of the country’s economy, needs more government support to prevent further deterioration, analysts said.
Javier Milei, self-described “anarcho-capitalist,” wins Argentina’s presidential election
Javier Milei, self-described “anarcho-capitalist,” wins Argentina’s presidential election Argentina’s far-right candidate Javier Milei claimed victory in the country’s presidential election with a promise to sharply cut government spending to tackle …
Ousted OpenAI head Sam Altman to lead Microsoft’s new AI team
Former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will be joining Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team, according to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.
Right-wing populist Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency
Right-wing populist Javier Milei will become the next president of Argentina after promising a dramatic shake-up to the state in a fiercely polarized election campaign held amid deep discontent over …
Hundreds leave Al-Shifa hospital as Israeli forces take control of facility
Hundreds of Palestinians flee Al-Shifa hospital Hundreds of patients, staff and displaced people left Gaza’s largest hospital Saturday, health officials said, leaving behind only a skeleton crew to care for …