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US Treasury chief to speak with China counterpart as tensions flare
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to speak Friday with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, an official from President Donald Trump's administration told AFP -- as Washington works to rally allies to respond to Beijing's rare earth curbs.
Stocks slide even as fears over banks, trade war ease
Global stocks mostly fell Friday even as concerns over bank loans and an escalation in the US-China trade war eased.
US stocks rise as fears over banks, trade war ease
US stock markets rose Friday as concerns over bank loans and an escalation in the US-China trade war eased.
US puts plan to cut ship emissions in troubled waters
An international plan to cut emissions from ships hung in the balance on Friday as the United States urged countries to reject it and oil producers pushed for a delay.
Dozens injured at state funeral for Kenya opposition leader Odinga
Dozens were injured, many seriously, at the state funeral of Kenya's revered opposition leader Raila Odinga on Friday as crowds rushed to see his coffin, AFP journalists saw.
Stocks retreat as US credit fears pile on pressure
European and Asian stock markets Friday tracked losses on Wall Street as fresh credit market fears compounded worries about trade tensions, a possible tech bubble and the US government shutdown.
Ex-McLaren boss could take the wheel at Porsche
The ex-head of British supercar brand McLaren could take over as Porsche CEO, said the German sports car maker Friday, which is struggling with weak demand and a troubled EV shift.
Caracas records 8.7 pct growth but Venezuelans lament economic woes
Venezuela's economy grew by 8.7 percent in the third quarter, the country's central bank announced Thursday, but residents told AFP they are still struggling to make ends meet.
Stock markets fall with Wall St as US credit fears add to worries
Asian and European stocks tracked losses on Wall Street on Friday amid fresh credit market fears that compounded worries about trade tensions, a possible tech bubble and the US government shutdown.
Polish teens study in first drone class overseen by military
At a Polish military school, teenagers in military-style uniforms crowded around a 15-year-old classmate, pushing him to "search for Russians," as he hunted for targets on a drone simulator.
Maritime sector to decide on plan to cut emissions opposed by US
Member states of the International Maritime Organization will decide on Friday whether to formally adopt a plan to cut carbon emissions in the face of opposition from the United States.
Indonesia growth push sparks fight on deforestation, rights
An "eco-city", a mining complex, and a massive project to grow food and fuel are all part of an Indonesian growth drive that activists allege is causing deforestation and dispossession.
Nearly 900 mn poor people exposed to climate shocks, UN warns
Nearly 80 percent of the world's poorest, or about 900 million people, are directly exposed to climate hazards exacerbated by global warming, bearing a "double and deeply unequal burden," the United Nations warned Friday.
Asian stocks fall with Wall St as US credit fears add to worries
Asian stocks tracked losses on Wall Street on Friday amid fresh credit market fears that compounded worries about trade tensions, a possible tech bubble and the US government shutdown.
China's economic growth slowed to 4.8% in third quarter: AFP poll
China's economy likely grew at its slowest pace in a year last quarter, according to an AFP survey, dragged down by lacklustre demand and a crisis in the crucial property sector, compounded by a trade war with the United States.
Bird River Announces Closing of Final Tranche of Common Share Financing and Shares for Debt Transaction
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Konica Minolta Collaborates with Adobe to Streamline Print Embellishment Workflows
First to Offer New Technology in the Inkjet and Foil Embellishment Space
Tradable Bits Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Club América to Power Fan Engagement and Loyalty Innovation
Groundbreaking collaboration will unify fan data and transform the Las Águilas fan experience
XlentPay Launches in Canada: Ushering in a New Era of Digital Finance for Individuals and Businesses
From paying bills and getting paid to tracking spending and managing cash flow, XlentPay makes it simple - all in one sleek, user-friendly app.
Kalma Capital Corp. Announces Resignation of Director
VANCOUVER, BC, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 17, 2025 / Kalma Capital Corp. (the "Company"), a capital pool company, announces that Normand Latourelle has resigned as a Director of the Company effective October 1, 2025.
Colorado Telephone (CTAC Solutions) Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Telephone Systems Sales & Service in Denver
DENVER, COLORADO / ACCESS Newswire / October 17, 2025 / Colorado Telephone (CTAC Solutions), a family-owned telecommunications provider with roots dating back to 1996, has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the Telephone System Sales & Service category for the Denver region. The award recognizes CTAC Solutions' commitment to delivering reliable, scalable, and customer-centered telecom, security, and data cabling services across Metro Denver.
Alset AI Announces Strategic $3 Million Unsecured Term Loan Facility to Advance Flagship Cloud Compute Business Towards Positive Operating Income in 2026
Strategic Financing Enhances Balance Sheet and Supports Revenue Growth Initiatives for Lyken.AI
Borderless Food Truck Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Food Truck Catering in Denver
DENVER, COLORADO / ACCESS Newswire / October 17, 2025 / Borderless Food Truck, Denver's premier late‑night global kitchen, has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the Food Truck Catering category for the Denver region. This recognition celebrates their dedication to offering bold, flavorful street eats-from gyro fries to global tacos-backed by moonlit hours and a menu that travels the world.
Award-Winning Craftsmanship: Silicon Valley Custom Homes Recognized with 2025 Consumer Choice Award
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA / ACCESS Newswire / October 17, 2025 / Silicon Valley Custom Homes Inc., a Mountain View-based custom home builder committed to craftsmanship, community service, and integrity, has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the Home Builders category for the Bay Area region. This recognition highlights the firm's dedication to delivering high-quality, personalized home design and construction solutions across Silicon Valley.
US stocks fall as regional bank angst adds to list of worries
Wall Street stocks fell Thursday on fears that private credit problems may weigh on US regional banks, adding to concerns about trade tensions and a government shutdown.
Europe 'well positioned' for future shocks: ECB's Lagarde
Europe, under pressure from US tariffs and the war in Ukraine, is in a strong position to weather the next economic storm, ECB President Christine Lagarde said Thursday.
'Battlefield' video game sees big-time sales
The latest installment of military video game "Battlefield" hit the market with sales rivaling that of blockbuster rival "Call of Duty," publisher Electronic Arts (EA) announced on Thursday.
Waymo robotaxis to deliver orders for some US DoorDash users
US food delivery app DoorDash announced Thursday that Waymo driverless cars will soon shuttle orders to some customers in a budding partnership with the Google-owned robotaxi star.
Johnson & Johnson faces UK lawsuit over talc cancer claim
Thousands of UK claimants have filed legal action against US pharmaceutical and cosmetics giant Johnson & Johnson alleging people diagnosed with cancers were exposed to asbestos in its talcum powder, lawyers said Thursday.
Stocks higher as traders weigh China-US row, tech earnings
Global stock markets mostly rose on Thursday as investors weighed strong tech earnings and hopes that the latest flare-up in US-China trade tensions might ease.
US Fed chair contender backs October rate cut
A top contender to run the US Federal Reserve threw his support Thursday behind a quarter-point rate cut later this month, claiming he believed inflation would soon cool.
Armani names executive close to designer as new CEO
The Armani Group on Thursday named a senior manager who worked alongside Giorgio Armani to take over as chief executive of the luxury empire following the designer's death.