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US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering deploying thousands of American troops to the Middle East to reinforce operations, while Washington and Tehran exchange threats. This comes after Iran threatened to target US-linked oil and gas refineries in the Gulf in response to an attack on its South Pars gas field, further escalating the conflict.
The United States' national debt has exceeded a record $39 trillion, a milestone reached just weeks after the start of the US-Israeli war against Iran, which has also led the US central bank to hold interest rates due to inflation concerns despite presidential pressure to cut them.
President Trump stated that Israel was responsible for the attack on Iran's South Pars gas field, denying any involvement from the US and Qatar, but vowed to "massively" destroy the gas field if Tehran retaliated by hitting Qatar’s energy facilities.
Iran scheduled to play their three FIFA World Cup 2026 group games in United States, but Mexico is an alternative.
Following talks held in the US, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have reached an agreement aimed at easing persistent tensions between the two nations, despite a previous peace deal.
Singapore-headquartered GLP, a global operator and investor, anticipates a significant 50 per cent rise in logistics rental rates in China, driven by robust domestic demand and the company's deepening commitment to the country's growth.
Gas prices in Japan have reached a record high, putting pressure on the leader's pledge to address the cost of living.
A US envoy sent by President Trump met with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko in an effort to negotiate the release of more prisoners.
The US Department of Justice has filed a civil complaint to revoke the citizenship of Nigerian-born Emmanuel Oluwatosin Kazeem, alleging his involvement in a $91 million identity theft and tax fraud scheme.
US President Donald Trump is expected to discuss the Strait of Hormuz with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, as he seeks assistance from East Asian allies in the Middle East.
Iran has attacked the world's largest liquified natural gas complex in Qatar, causing a major blaze, in retaliation after Israel hit an Iranian gas field. US President Donald Trump has threatened to 'completely blow up' the world's largest gas field if Qatar's facilities are attacked again, escalating fears of a global energy crisis.
The Bank of Japan decided to maintain its current monetary policy, a decision likely influenced by the ongoing situation in Iran, which has led to rising oil prices and yen depreciation, necessitating careful assessment of economic impacts.
European activists have successfully delivered medical aid to Cuba, aiming to alleviate the impact of the ongoing US blockade on the island nation.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi got her start in politics as an intern for a trailblazing Colorado lawmaker. She returns to Washington this week to meet with President Trump.
Carl Godfrey for BI Reed Adams' interest in China started on Google Maps. "I really like infrastructure," said Adams, 20, a part-time travel content creator.
Various Japanese industries, from chemical producers to traditional sento baths, are experiencing the adverse effects of the ongoing supply crisis stemming from the Middle East conflict, impacting their operations and costs.
The United States has agreed to release over 150 million barrels of oil from its strategic petroleum reserve, raising questions about the implications for storage sites in Texas.
China is reportedly weathering the oil shock from the ongoing Iran war better than other Asian economies, despite the region's overall vulnerability to energy import disruptions. Investment banks are highlighting Asia's reliance on energy imports as a top concern.
China has condemned as 'unacceptable' the killing of Iranian leaders, including Larijani, further complicating the Middle East conflict following reported assassinations.
US Vice President J.D. Vance is reportedly planning to visit Hungary in the coming days to demonstrate support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the upcoming April parliamentary elections, as reported by Reuters.
UAE has international responsibility to provide reparation, including compensation for all material, moral damages
Emirati billionaire Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor has explained why he deleted his social media post criticizing US President Donald Trump regarding Iran, after launching a tirade that garnered public attention. Al Habtoor, 77, had previously retracted his statements following the initial criticism.
Known for franchise hits and sci-fi anime, Goro Taniguchi takes a very different turn, sending two young artists from Japan to chase their dreams in early 20th-century Paris.
An Arm executive stated that China is serving as both a 'testing ground' and a 'showcase' for advancements in physical artificial intelligence.
Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk is planning to broaden the availability of its weight-loss medications within the Japanese market.
