Category: Global News
US central bank: Trump tariffs causing ‘great deal of uncertainty’
US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that Donald Trump’s tariffs are creating “a great deal of uncertainty.”
No new pope after papal conclave’s first round of voting
Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signalling that the papal conclave did not select a new pope.
US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, warns of higher unemployment
The central bank will hold steady amid economic uncertainty driven by tariffs.
‘Ant Gang’ smugglers sentenced in Kenya wildlife trafficking case
Two Belgian teens caught with 5,000 rare ants in Kenya were sentenced to 12 months in prison or a fine of $7,700.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for renewed Franco-German cooperation
Friedrich Merz says a reset in relations is vital to help Europe overcome its security and economic 'challenges'.
Ford to raise prices on three cars produced in Mexico: Report
The increased price tag is a result of US President Donald Trump’s imposed tariffs on auto imports.
Macron welcomes Syria’s al-Sharaa in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa to Paris.
Palestinians turn plastic into diesel amid fuel shortage in Gaza
Amid Gaza’s worsening fuel crisis under the Israeli blockade, Palestinians are converting plastic into diesel.
Why was a Gaza ‘Freedom Flotilla’ ship attacked?
Drones struck a Freedom Flotilla ship carrying aid bound for Gaza. Organisers believe Israel was behind the attack.
25 years of Putin: what can we expect next?
How has Russia’s leader maintained his longevity – and how has it shaped the world?