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Anwar coalition suffers heavy defeat to ally in Malaysia's Johor vote

Toyota group unloads shares in dozens of companies

State party conference: AfD is planning a radical change of course in Saxony-Anhalt with a 100-day program

At the state party conference, the AfD presents an immediate program with ten points in the event of a takeover of government. At the forefront: public broadcasting – and migration.

State party conference: AfD plans radical change of course with 100-day program

The AfD is presenting an immediate program with ten points for a possible takeover of government in Saxony-Anhalt. The first steps should begin on the first day.

Runner gored in the face at Spain’s San Fermin bull run festival

A runner was gored in the face and many more were fortunate to not be seriously injured during a chaotic bull run at Spain’s San Fermin festival on Saturday. The six bulls and accompanying steers charged through crowds of thrill-seekers who packed the narrow street course in Pamplona. The huge animals knocked down bodies to the cobblestones, and stumbling runners caused several pile-ups during the two-and-a-half-minute run from the pen to the bull ring where bullfighters will kill the bulls...

Why don't the stock prices of good companies always go up?

I am from the Philippines. 1 yr since I started investing. Mostly invested in the S&P 500 because of THIS exact question. Been studying about basic fundamental analysis. and so far what I get is that, you should choose good companies, those whose products are needed, earnings are growing, have a good competitive advantage, among others. In my country, there are various companies whose earnings are growing, have wide economic moats, and are household staples and widely known by everyone. But desp

Comment: AfD nationalism does not solve everyday problems

The AfD promises a radical new start for Saxony-Anhalt. But their 100-day program hardly offers any solutions to the country's specific problems.

Can Colombia’s New Government Reverse the Nation’s Oil and Gas Decline?

In a closely contested presidential election in Colombia, controversial far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella emerged victorious. After an official recount, his opponent, left-wing senator Ivan Cepeda, conceded defeat. This was a hard-fought campaign which split the community, sparking much controversy across Colombia. While debate rages over De la Espriella’s policies and ascension to power, it is clear his presidency will be a godsend for Colombia’s beaten-down, economically critical oi

The volatile AI trade marched higher, but oil kept Wall Street on edge last week

Chip stocks had a wild but strong week. Meta led our portfolio higher.

ultimatum passed: VW works council sees massive loss of trust in the workforce towards top management

The VW Group is planning a major restructuring - thousands of jobs will supposedly be eliminated worldwide. The works council demands more transparency from the board.

Polio: Polio: Probably the last user of an iron lung died

She survived polio, lived with an iron lung for decades and became a symbol of a bygone era. Martha Lillard's death marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in medical history.

US Democrat Ro Khanna ‘detained’ by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

US Democratic lawmaker Ro Khanna said ⁠he was detained by Israeli settlers armed with US-made rifles during a West Bank visit this week that he cast as an unfiltered look at the human toll of Israeli occupation as he weighs a 2028 presidential run. Speaking with reporters on Thursday in a Palestinian village, Khanna said his group’s van was surrounded by settlers wielding M4 rifles a day earlier while touring a part of the southern West Bank where residents face frequent settler attacks. “We...

Japan wants pension whale GPIF to dive deeper into alternative investments

These underperforming trades could yield big returns over next six months

ETF Action's Mike Akins is encouraging investors to boost exposure to groups that underperformed compared with major artificial intelligence stocks.

Can Europe Beat the Heat Without More Air Conditioners?

With Europe facing more frequent and hotter heatwaves, the uptake of air conditioning systems has soared across the region in recent years. This trend is driving energy demand and making it more difficult for countries to reduce reliance on fossil fuels in favour of renewable alternatives. Several countries across Europe have made ambitious green transition pledges, which is why many governments, companies, and researchers are exploring alternative, less carbon-intensive methods for cooling. Res

+++ Football World Cup 2026 +++: South African national player Jayden Adams died

Norway coach criticizes Haaland +++ Merino redeems Spain in Belgian goalkeeping drama +++ Argentina legend Kempes rejects conspiracy theories +++ The World Cup blog.

Is it worth to invest in the s&p500 if i’m from Europe and Eurozone?

I’m thinking of putting like 10-15k euros into s&p just to start but because of the value of dollar fluctuates against euro a lot i’m thinking is it even worth it? Let’s say s&p performs 15% this year but dollar loses 10% value against euro, yeah that doesn’t leave me with much profit. What are some investors thoughts on this? submitted by /u/Fenomeno32 [link] [comments]

Formal China-US G2 framework key to ‘guarantee’ world peace: top Beijing adviser

An “institutionalised” China-US G2 framework could offer a “structural guarantee” for global peace in a world beset by crises, a high-profile adviser to Beijing has said. Zheng Yongnian, a noted Chinese political scientist, said the world was faced with four intertwined challenges – geopolitical conflicts, increasingly “religionised” societies, imbalances in the global economy and the fading of the UN-centred governance system. He characterised this collective breakdown as a “crisis of...

Student of the Year Awards: past winners gather to celebrate decades of excellence

Generations of alumni returned to the stage on Saturday to mark the 45th anniversary of the Student of the Year Awards, celebrating a decades-long history of recognising high-achieving Hong Kong pupils who have gone on to become distinguished professionals, from medical experts and acclaimed musicians to Olympic athletes. Among the returning alumni was Dr Chan Mui-tong, a general surgeon in Hong Kong, who received the grand prize in 1985 while studying at Ying Wa College. He noted that the...

+++ USA +++: US government summons journalists after reporting

USA calls for an orderly transfer of power in Colombia +++ Bridge between USA and Canada to open at the end of July +++ Trump pushes members out of independent election commission +++ The news blog.

Vietnam tourist speedboat capsizes, killing 15 Indian tourists

A boat returning from an island trip in southern Vietnam capsized on Saturday, killing 15 Indian tourists less than half a kilometre (0.30 mile) from shore, as passengers shouted for help, officials and a witness said. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members when it overturned on Saturday afternoon shortly after leaving Hon May Rut Ngoai Island, which is near Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island, authorities were quoted as saying. “The boat had not even gone half a...

‘Observatoly’ street sign error prompts Highways Department to review checks

Hong Kong authorities have said that a street sign mistakenly spelled as “Observatoly” was due to a contractor relying on an “old, scratched” marker to make the new one, a slip-up that has amused residents online. Images shared by residents on social media showed the street sign for Observatory Road in Tsim Sha Tsui erroneously written as “Observatoly”, prompting online comments poking fun at the mistake. “It will become ‘Lavatory Road’,” one user wrote with a pair of chuckling emojis. “Sorly!”.

Trump Accounts: Who is eligible, how $1,000 deposits work and how to open one

Trump Accounts officially launched in July, introducing a new tax-deferred investing option for children. Here are the key features.

Retirement: Financial psychologist Valentin Haas: “Retirement is glorified by society”

The planned pension reform is being passionately discussed. A psychologist explains why the debate is so emotional, which illusions prevail and what really matters.

What happened before Chinese semiconductor scientist Wang Danhao took his life in the US?

The ashes of Chinese researcher Wang Danhao have been returned to his home in China, nearly four months after he died by suicide following questioning by US law enforcement. The remains of the 31-year-old University of Michigan (UMich) semiconductor scientist – remembered by colleagues as a gifted, hard-working researcher with a bright future – are now with his mother, his only immediate family member, who raised him as a single parent, according to a source familiar with the matter. Both Wang’s

While Musk's Neuralink drills into skulls, China's BrainCo bets the future of brain tech is wearable

Interest in brain-computer interfaces is rising as it promises to help people with compromised neural abilities.

State election: The AfD and its 100-day plan for Saxony-Anhalt

Cheers for Ulrich Siegmund, accusations against the CDU and a 100-day plan with radical demands – what the AfD plans to do in Saxony-Anhalt after the state elections.

+++ Iran War +++: Mediators are apparently planning talks between Iran, the USA, Qatar and Pakistan

Supreme Iranian leader announces revenge for murdered father +++ Researchers suspect repairs to military research facility in Iran +++ Trump: Iran threatens to murder me +++ The news blog.

New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers

While the legislation is aimed at least partly at addressing affordability, experts say the benefits of the measure will take time to show up in the market.

Ukraine War: Russian glide bomb attack: dead and injured in Sumy

In the Ukrainian city of Sumy near the border with Russia, the dropping of glide bombs claims several victims. A minor is also among the dead.