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Asia’s ‘dangerous’ humid heatwaves push human body to its limits

Southeast Asia is among the most vulnerable regions grappling with growing risks from heatwaves and high humidity, while the period of extreme weather has more than doubled globally over the past five decades. The duration of extreme weather has increased worldwide to an average of 23 days per year from 10 in the 1970s, according to a report by non-profit news organisation Climate Central. Parts of Southeast Asia, South America and coastal West Africa are among the regions that now experience at

A fistful of dollars: five reasons why the U.S. currency is rising

With a peace agreement in place to end the war in the Gulf, investors might have been fogiven for the dollar’s flight-to-safety trade to fade. However, the dollar has confounded expectations and sits at its high for the year almost.

Central Bank: China's central bank is pushing financial institutions to provide more loans

The fall in prices has left many homeowners feeling poorer. That's why they hold back when it comes to spending money. New bank loans rose less than expected in May.

Aircraft manufacturer: Airbus secures billion-dollar order from China

China Eastern orders 25 wide-body jets from Airbus. The European aircraft manufacturer is thus further expanding its lead over its American rival Boeing.

Exuberance over earnings is becoming a problem for the stock market, according to this Wall Street veteran

Optimism about corporate profits often comes before a fall, says Jim Paulsen

Var Energi Greenlights Gjoa Projects

Var Energi and its partners made a final investment decision to proceed with the Gjoa Subsea Projects on Norway's side of the North Sea, targeting about 76 million barrels of oil equivalent gross proven and probable reserves.

Auto industry: “Situation in Germany is dramatic”: Mercedes is tightening austerity measures – and wants a 40-hour week

The ailing car manufacturer wants to further reduce costs. A special payment for employees in Germany will be canceled for the time being. But that should only be the beginning.

Digitalization: Tax returns via smartphone will start on July 1st

Doing the annoying tax return with just one click directly on your smartphone: This was previously a wishful thinking for many people. Now it is becoming a reality, but not for everyone.

+++ Ukraine War +++: Authorities appointed by Russia declare a state of emergency in Crimea

EU wants to make it more difficult for able-bodied Ukrainians to escape war +++ Russia reports massive Ukrainian drone attack +++ IAEA: Important power line at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant repaired +++ The news blog.

Hong Kong court places baby Danny in Social Welfare Department care for 3 years

A Hong Kong court has granted the guardianship of home-born baby Danny to social welfare authorities for three years after his parents were earlier arrested for alleged child neglect. Danny’s father, Tsang Wai-bong, revealed on Friday that their two-month-old son would be under the Social Welfare Department’s care after the Juvenile Court granted the authorities’ application for a protection order at a closed-door hearing. Tsang and his partner Kwan Pui-sin, who previously failed to register...

Climate crisis: Current heat wave “practically impossible” without climate change

According to researchers, a heat wave like the current one would not have been possible at this time of year a few decades ago. A crisis that has been known for a long time is to blame.

Hormuz Shipping Confidence Is Still Shaky

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has picked up over the past week but shipowners remain cautious about transiting, especially after the Thursday attack in the Gulf of Oman on a vessel that had just cleared the chokepoint. On Friday morning local time, two tankers carrying crude were moving out of the Strait while four empty supertankers were traveling inbound near the Omani coast, according to vessel-tracking data monitored by Bloomberg. While some traffic has been observed on Friday, the Th

German Counter-drone startup Tytan eyes 3,000 interceptors per month in new factory

Production at the new plant is scheduled to begin in August, according to the company's CEO.

Supervision: ECB simplifies rules for major banks in the euro area

The ECB is canceling and revising a number of supervisory rules for major banks that it supervises in the euro area. At the same time, she emphasizes: It's not about lowering the bar.

Department store chain: Is Galeria coming out of the crisis? This is how experts assess the situation

A new million-dollar loan gives Galeria leeway, but new cuts are imminent. Retail experts and union representatives are skeptical as to whether the department store chain will get back on track.

When there's lightning and storms: Staying safe in the car during a thunderstorm - what's important now

The extreme heat that is currently affecting everyone almost screams for a summer thunderstorm. If there is thunder and lightning, you are safe in the car - but you should still be careful.

Espionage: Espionage trial: Jewish targets spied on for Iran?

Two men are on trial in Hamburg who are said to have spied on prominent Jews and friends of Israel for murder and arson attacks on behalf of Iran. Also in the room: a potential victim.

Chinese translation of Tokyo war trial records fill ‘critical gap’: state media

For the first time, the complete court records from the Tokyo Trial have been published in Chinese, offering the public in China a detailed look at Japanese war crimes, according to state media. The translation, which spans 40 volumes, took a team of hundreds more than a decade to produce. It filled “a critical gap in domestic historical records”, state news agency Xinhua reported on Thursday. The International Military Tribunal for the Far East – also known as the Tokyo Trial – lasted from May.

Why Is Oil Trading Down Today?

Why is the oil price going lower on Friday?

Red Lobster's Ultimate Endless Shrimp promotion described as a 'car crash' for the company, lawsuit says

"Thai Union doubled down on a campaign to squeeze out every drop of value that it could," creditors said

Heroic Chinese delivery rider dies saving others; final wish was to buy dad a car

The dying wish of a 20-year-old Chinese food delivery rider, who lost his life while rescuing drowning strangers, moved many online and prompted his company to fulfil it. Jin Xiaowu, from southwestern China’s Guizhou province, died while saving a father and son on May 27. Jin and his colleague Wang Fangyang were walking along the river after finishing their delivery shifts when they suddenly heard cries for help. A father and son had accidentally stepped into deep water while playing in the...

Qatar Offers First Crude Loadings to Buyers Since War Began

Qatar is tendering crude for loading outside the Strait of Hormuz in July and August, in what is likely the first Qatari crude offering to buyers since the Iran war began on February 28, trade sources told Reuters on Friday. Qatar’s state firm QatarEnergy has issued a tender, which closes on June 29, offering buyers to load or lift Marine Qatar, Marine Land, and al-Shaheen crude grades via ship-to-ship (STS) transfers between the offshore waters of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates and Sohar

Japan’s women-only carriages turn 25

Comment: The prime ministers are becoming saboteurs of tax reform

Chancellor Merz promises the country leaders permanent relief from new expenses. But they are threatening again: They don't want to help finance a tax reform. That's bold.

Labor market: Researchers: The German labor market is shrinking

Labor market researchers are particularly critical of demographic developments: Boomers are retiring and too few people are keeping up.

Weekend newsletter: The crux of the internal clock – the Handelsblatt weekend

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Federal Prosecutor's Office: Suspected supporters of right-wing terrorist group in custody

Two young suspects are arrested after an attempted arson attack on an asylum seekers' accommodation. The Federal Prosecutor's Office has a long list of allegations.

+++ Business figures +++: Evonik benefits from delivery bottlenecks in Asia – forecast increased

Online broker FlatexDegiro achieves goals for 2027 this year +++ H&M misses profit expectations +++ Brenntag raises profit forecast for 2026 +++ The news blog.

Drug prices: Now the generic drug manufacturers also want more money

Manufacturers of counterfeit drugs are demanding higher prices in order to keep their production in the country. Up to 600 million euros are due in a first step.

+++ Football World Cup 2026 +++: Three possible German World Cup opponents in the next round - which option is the most likely

“Too much freestyle”: What bothered Nagelsmann in the defeat against Ecuador +++ Plain language from TV expert Klopp +++ National coach speaks strongly after “Wusiala” mediocre performances +++ The news blog.