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US wine sellers left in limbo despite EU tariff deal
At a wine shop in Washington's Capitol Hill neighborhood, bottles sourced from Europe are becoming costlier to import -- and soon, pricier for customers to buy, the owner says -- thanks to a resident just down the road in the White House.
Under Trump pressure, US Fed chief to walk tightrope in speech
US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell is expected to walk a fine line while delivering a closely watched speech at a central banking conference on Friday, as he faces down attacks from President Donald Trump alongside mixed economic data.
Nvidia chief says H20 chip shipments to China not a security concern
Shipping Nvidia's H20 chips to China was "great" for Beijing and Washington and not a security threat, the tech giant's chief said Friday.
Rice prices up 91 pct year-on-year in Japan
Rice prices in Japan soared 90.7 percent in July year-on-year, official data showed Friday, but the rate of increase slowed from previous months offering some relief for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Asian markets tick up as investors eye Jackson Hole meeting
Asian markets were mostly up Friday morning ahead of a pivotal speech by the US central bank chief, expected to shed light on possible interest rate cuts in the world's top economy.
Pakistan woos old rival Bangladesh, as India watches on
Decades after Pakistani troops killed his friends in Bangladesh's independence war, veteran freedom fighter Syed Abu Naser Bukhtear Ahmed eyes warming ties between Dhaka and Islamabad with cautious pragmatism.
Meta makes huge cloud computing deal with Google: source
Meta has made a cloud computing deal with Google worth more than $10 billion over the course of six years, a source close to the transaction told AFP Thursday.
Less tax, more luxury: millionaires flock to Dubai
Rich people are flocking to Dubai in record numbers, drawn to the desert city by its zero income tax policy and easy luxury lifestyle that has become harder to maintain elsewhere.
Infield Minerals Announces Financing
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US Supreme Court allows cuts in NIH diversity research grants
A divided US Supreme Court gave the Trump administration the green light on Thursday to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in research grants linked to diversity initiatives.
Stocks waver ahead of Fed speech but EU tariff deal lifts Europe
Stock mostly fell Thursday ahead of a widely awaited speech on US interest rate policy, though a deal on American tariffs for a swathe of EU goods gave a late-session boost to European markets.
Walmart expects better sales, earnings as shoppers squeezed by tariffs
Big-box retailer Walmart reported solid revenue growth Thursday and said that it expects better sales and earnings for the full year, as customers feel the squeeze from higher tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
Malnourished Gaza children facing death without aid, says UN
Severely malnourished children in the Gaza Strip will be "certainly condemned to death" unless aid gets to them quickly, UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini warned Thursday.
EU gets 15% US tariff for cars, but fails to get wine reprieve
The US and EU released details of a trade deal Thursday that foresees lower car tariffs but no relief for Europe's wine sector, but Brussels said it would push for further concessions.
Stocks slide as investors await key Fed speech
Stock markets mostly fell during cautious trading sessions Thursday, a day before a key speech expected to offer signals about future interest rate cuts in the United States.
EU gets 15% US tariff for cars, fails to secure wine reprieve
Details of a US-EU trade deal published Thursday showed Brussels secured a tariff reduction for cars exported to the United States but failed to win a reprieve for its cherished wine sector.
Russian fuel prices surge after Ukraine hits refineries
Russian fuel prices are at near-record highs, stock exchange data showed Thursday, after a slew of Ukrainian attacks on refineries caused breakdowns during the travel season.
Walmart lifts outlook for sales, earnings despite tariffs
Big-box retailer Walmart hiked its outlook for sales and some earnings in results released Thursday, even as costs of goods imported to the United States rose after President Donald Trump's wide-ranging tariffs this year.
Stocks slip as investors await key Fed speech
Stock markets mostly fell during cautious trading sessions on Thursday, one day before a key speech expected to offer signals about future interest rate cuts in the United States.
Markets mixed as investors await key Fed speech
Markets were varied during cautious trading sessions on Thursday, one day before a key speech expected to offer signals about future interest rate cuts in the United States.
Asian markets mixed as investors await key speech
Asian markets were varied during cautious trading sessions on Thursday, one day before a key speech expected to offer signals about future interest rate cuts in the United States.
Africa could become 'renewable superpower', says Guterres
Africa has everything it takes to become a "renewable superpower", UN head Antonio Guterres said Thursday, as he called for greater investment in green energy across the resource-rich continent.
Asian markets creep up as investors await key speech
Asian markets edged mostly upward in muted morning trading on Thursday, one day before a key speech expected to offer signals about future interest rate cuts in the United States.
'Curly is beautiful': Tunisian women embrace natural hair
Tunisian mother Mouna Jebali had long used a flat iron to straighten her thick hair, but with women everywhere challenging the stigma around natural looks, she has finally learned to love her curls.
Two of Illinois' Retirement Planners, Rey Cruz CFP(R) and Christian Cruz, Help Redefine Retirement with an Upcoming New Book
AURORA, IL / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / In a time when retirement planning is more complex than ever, Rey Cruz and Christian Cruz, two financial authorities from Aurora, Illinois, have emerged as leaders in retirement planning with their upcoming new book, Retire on Your Terms. This guide sets a new standard for retirement planning, empowering readers to help take control of their financial future, avoid costly mistakes, and live life on their own terms.
Z3 Metaverse Poses Existential Threat to Meta Platforms in Epic David vs. Goliath Showdown
Investors Hedge Their Bets Against a Meta Platforms and Zuckerberg Crash
Sinopec FY2025 Interim Results
Recorded Net Profit of RMB 23.75 Billion for the First Half of the YearThe Board Approved a New Round of the Share Repurchase Plan
Over 50 Years of Excellence: Shakespeare's Steak and Seafood Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award in Hamilton
HAMILTON, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Shakespeare's Steak and Seafood, a longstanding culinary destination known for its refined atmosphere and exceptional cuisine, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Steakhouse Restaurant category for the Hamilton region. With over 50 years of service to the community, this family-run restaurant continues to set the standard for steakhouse dining in Southern Ontario.
Karma Yoga Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Yoga Studio in Guelph
GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2025 / Karma Yoga, a welcoming and inclusive space for yoga and holistic healing, has been recognized with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Yoga Studio category for Guelph. This distinction highlights the studio's commitment to accessibility, spiritual wellness, and community-centered practice.
Lyken.AI Announces Align Wellness as New Client for PaaS Platform Covering 60 Clinics Across North America
Lyken to deploy AI agent infrastructure for front-desk automation, sales enablement, and engagement across Align’s national network of rehab and wellness clinics
Trump raises pressure on Fed with call for governor to resign
President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on the US central bank Wednesday with a call for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to step down, as he repeatedly criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell for not lowering interest rates.
Google unveils latest Pixel phones packed with AI
Google on Wednesday unveiled new Pixel 10 smartphones that promise more artificial intelligence capabilities, as it seeks to elbow out competition in the emerging AI-assistant market.