Asian shares are mixed and oil prices hold steady as the US raises pressure on Iran - AP News

Asian shares are mixed and oil prices hold steady as the US raises pressure on Iran  AP News

Tesla raises prices of Cybertrucks in the US - Reuters

Tesla raises prices of Cybertrucks in the US  Reuters

How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump

What leverage does Canada, which sells about 70% of its goods to the US, actually have in this spiraling trade dispute?

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Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is your essential morning viewing to stay ahead. Live from London, we set the agenda for your day, catching you up with overnight markets news from the US and Asia. And we'll tell you what matters for investors in Europe, giving you insight before trading begins. Today’s guest: Anna Macdonald, Hargreaves Lansdown, Investment Strategy Director (Source: Bloomberg)

US affordability tracker: the data that could decide the 2026 midterm elections

The FT is tracking changes to the cost of living that will affect American voters

The US says it’ll crack down on countries doing business with Iran. Who’s buying Iranian oil? - CNN

The US says it’ll crack down on countries doing business with Iran. Who’s buying Iranian oil?  CNN

Syrian president thanks nation for getting off US state terror list

Syrian president Ahmed al-Sharaa thanks his nation for getting off US state terror list.

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The fight between Canada and the U.S. on trade isn’t just about dairy, car parts and natural resources. The two countries have been in a lengthy dispute over whether American streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus should have to promote and pay for Canadian content.

Ukraine's UN rep says Russia is losing war against Ukraine

Andrii Melnyk, Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, says Russia's war effort is being undermined by mounting military spending, sanctions, budget deficits, declining oil and gas revenues and growing Ukrainian strike capabilities.

By Olha Hlushchenko

Middle East: Pakistan sees progress in US-Iran mediation

Pakistani mediators have hailed "productive" talks in Tehran on the US-Israeli war on Iran and the prospect of peace. Meanwhile, Iran says it will retaliate to new US "economic D-day" sanctions. DW has more.

Hawk Fire burns more than 15,000 acres, forcing mass evacuations in Nevada

Wildfires across the western United States are forcing mass evacuations, destroying homes and raising fresh questions over who pays for the damage and whether some burned forests will ever return.

By Prisha Roy

‘They failed every time’: Iran predicts 'another defeat' for US after Washington's new sanctions

Iran's Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh anticipates a new defeat for the US, emphasizing the Islamic Republic's two-year plan to counter sanctions.

US calls transshipments a ‘scam’: Why do firms reroute goods, and how does Singapore manage this? - The Straits Times

US calls transshipments a ‘scam’: Why do firms reroute goods, and how does Singapore manage this?  The Straits Times

Leeds co-owner sentenced to day in jail after prostitution sting in US

By Ben Rumsby

China's New Missile Can Target Planes Flying Near US: Report

China is the only country publicly known to operate and develop hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) capable of launching air-to-air missiles.

Hanwha Aerospace launches US unit for global LNG push

South Korean defense company Hanwha Aerospace said Tuesday it has established a US-based subsidiary, Hanwha Horizon USA, as part of its push to grow its footprint in the global liquefied natural gas market. The new company will serve as the control tower for Hanwha Aerospace's LNG business, overseeing procurement, trading and logistics optimization, the company said. James Sagar, CEO of Hanwha Shipping, will concurrently serve as the first CEO of Hanwha Horizon USA. Sagar has about 30 years of e

By The Korea Herald

How geoeconomics is redefining global power

As the U.S. and China weaponize trade, middle powers like Japan are pioneering a new model of economic security.

Cyprus’ visa waiver bid stalls as US reviews scheme

Cyprus’ bid to join the United States’ visa waiver programme remains on hold, as Washington undertakes a re-evaluation of the scheme and continues to withhold new admissions. According to competent sources reported in the Cyprus News Agency, the technical progress made by Cyprus towards meeting the requirements for inclusion has been confirmed by American authorities. […]

S. Korea, U.S. remain committed to N.K. denuclearization despite omission from call readouts: Seoul

SEOUL, Aug. 25 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States remain committed to...

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Oil prices fall as Bessent outlines new steps to punish Iran

Markets were in a cautious mood after the US Treasury Secretary announced new sanctions on Iran, with an analyst describing market moves as “pretty muted” ahead of what could be an “eventful week.”

Tesla raises prices of Cybertrucks in the US

By Reuters

DOJ still reviewing US request to extradite Quiboloy

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) is still reviewing the request the United States government to extradite sect leader and alleged sex offender Apollo Quiboloy, Palace press officer Claire Castro said on Tuesday. Castro last August 11 said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. would decide on Quiboloy’s fate “in a couple of weeks.” As

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US snubs joint UN rebuke of Russian strikes against Ukraine — again

Dan Negrea, a U.S. envoy to the United Nations Economic and Social Council, instead called upon "both sides" to cease any strikes that might pose a risk to civilian vessels.

By Martin Fornusek

Trump’s $103,265 H-1B fee: What it means for Indians

US expects more countries to cut Iran trade, Syria clears major economic hurdle and Parkin expands regionally

By The National

Proposed US rule triggers fears of research decoupling - China Daily

Proposed US rule triggers fears of research decoupling  China Daily

US removes Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list

The United States on Aug. 24 formally removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism and lifted Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham’s (HTS) remaining U.S. terrorist designation.

Oil steadies as investors weigh impact of latest US sanctions on Iran

Brent crude futures rise 27 cents, or 0.3%, to $92.44 a barrel

By Reuters

Sudan: US Proposes Expanding UN Arms Embargo

The US has called for a UN arms embargo for Darfur to be broadened to the whole of Sudan.

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China - The Daily Star

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China  The Daily Star

Photonis Defense awarded first delivery order for U.S. Army’s BiNOD program, marking a key milestone in Exosens’ U.S. expansion - Taiwan News

Photonis Defense awarded first delivery order for U.S. Army’s BiNOD program, marking a key milestone in Exosens’ U.S. expansion  Taiwan News

Russia is already losing and will suffer defeat in its war -- Melnyk at UN Security Council

Russia is losing the war it unleashed, and its economy is becoming increasingly strained by spending, sanctions, and Ukrainian strikes, Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the UN Andrii Melnyk said.

US will not rule out using military force in Strait of Hormuz: US Defense Secretary

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Monday that the Trump administration is not ruling out the use of military force against Iran, even after Washington announced a “decisive economic attack” on Tehran. “We are not ruling out, under any circumstances, the use of military strikes anywhere in the Strait of Hormuz or throughout Iran,” … The post US will not rule out using military force in Strait of Hormuz: US Defense Secretary appeared first on Egypt Independent.

By Egypt Independent

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 25, 2026

The Nigerian naira remained relatively stable against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as traders continued to monitor developments in the official and parallel foreign exchange markets. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 25, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Qatar welcomes US decision to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list - Qatar Tribune

Qatar welcomes US decision to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list  Qatar Tribune

Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Headlines - Print Edition US removes Syria from list of state sponsors of terrorism - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Headlines - Print Edition US removes Syria from list of state sponsors of terrorism  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

US calls transshipments a ‘scam’: Why do firms reroute goods, and how does Singapore manage this?

SINGAPORE – A centuries-old shipping practice of importing and re-exporting goods, or transshipping, has become the latest source of ire for the United States, which claims that it is being used to hide the goods’ true country of origin. Singapore has not been spared, with the White House naming the Republic – the world’s biggest container [...]

By Asia News Network

US plans mass visa revocation for asylum seekers

Washington DC: United States President Donald Trump's administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of foreigners who applied for or...

By Times of Oman

US popular support for military aggression against Iran at lowest level: Poll - PressTV

US popular support for military aggression against Iran at lowest level: Poll  PressTV

Uzbekistan Seeks Access to US and Chinese AI Technologies

Uzbekistan aims to utilize AI technologies from both the US and China while expanding its national infrastructure and computing power.