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Japan-Philippines maritime talks 2026

Albania: Protests against Trump son-in-law's construction project

In Tirana, people protest every day against a billion-dollar project on the Adriatic. Conservationists warn of damage in the Vjosa Delta, the government is sticking to its plans.

Am I saving too much?

I earn €3,700 net (I'm single, 35). Of that: - €1,200 for housing, fixed costs, fuel and groceries - €300 for leisure time (going out and other things) - €200 for vacation account [EDIT: in addition to the €2,400 that I transfer to the vacation account every month, there are bonus payments and other money left over from other planned fixed costs. This gives me €4,000-5,000 a year that I have available for vacation. No, I don't sleep in hostels and I don't just fly low-cost airlines. I pl

Animal Production: Flesh-Eating Parasite Threatens US Livestock Industry

A pest that was thought to be eradicated in the United States is once again threatening millions of cattle. Appeared in Texas, the fly species could cause billions of dollars in damage.

Trump-backed trade route casts spotlight on Armenia election

Nvidia's CPU move and China's EV makers go solid

Trump should push back on Xi's narrative on Japan

China imposes travel ban on New Zealand lawmakers over Taiwan trip

Softbank-backed PayPay to enter life insurance business

Activists struggle to keep spotlight on Tiananmen in world beset by crises

House Passes War Powers Measure on Iran, But Trump Will Likely Kill It

The House voted 215-208 on Wednesday to direct President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the Iran conflict, with four Republicans crossing the aisle in the most significant congressional pushback on Operation Epic Fury since the war began Feb. 28. The resolution, introduced by Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), invokes the 1973 War Powers Act and directs Trump to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress formally declares war or authorizes the use of military force.

On the US East Coast: 35 kilometers to the flight: Airport tests outsourced terminal

Most people are probably familiar with remote work. But a remote terminal? This is now available at Boston - with a record-breaking route after security.

Many wind and solar power plants in China are strangled amid global energy crisis: report

China is wasting a huge amount of green energy as the world grapples with an energy shortage because of the Strait of Hormuz crisis. The “wasted” wind and solar energy stems from inflexible grid management that continues to position coal as a stabilising source of power and stymies a clean energy expansion that could otherwise generate electricity equivalent to the needs of France, according to analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) think tank. China’s energy demand..

EU, China hold talks as trade war looms

The EU and China were due to hold talks to defuse escalating trade tensions after Europe voted last week to adopt a tough new approach. EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic was set to meet China’s top trade envoy, Li Chenggang, on the sidelines of an Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) meeting on Thursday, the South China Morning Post reported. Talks will focus on establishing a new platform to discuss trade and investment issues and will pave the way for Chinese Commerce...

Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. list $10.5 million private enclave in L.A.

“Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star Sarah Michelle Gellar and her actor husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., have put their stunning Hamptons-stye Los Angeles home on the market for $10.5 million.

Ukraine war: Dobrindt wants to end special regulations for Ukrainian men

The meeting of EU interior ministers in Luxembourg is about one of the exceptions for Ukrainians. Men of military age in particular are the focus.

South Korean ruling party’s ‘flawed landslide’ election win dents Lee’s reform drive

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s ruling party swept most of the country’s major local elections, but a narrow defeat in Seoul has given conservatives a foothold to challenge his reform agenda. The loss in the capital, South Korea’s political and property-market centre, has taken the shine off an otherwise dominant performance by the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), dealing a blow to Lee’s plans for tougher real estate taxation, according to observers. Across the country, the DPK won

China rejects OECD report on industrial subsidies as ‘one-sided’ amid EU trade tensions

China has rejected a recent OECD report that said its firms receive far higher government subsidies than international peers, calling the findings “one-sided and arbitrary” at a time when EU concerns over Beijing’s industrial policy are intensifying. “The report’s definition of ‘subsidies’ lacks a unified standard and statistical framework, and deviates from consensus under multilateral frameworks such as the World Trade Organization,” the Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on...

Precious metals: Suspicion of fraud and money laundering: raid on the gold dealer TGI in Liechtenstein

The Liechtenstein public prosecutor's office searched the company headquarters in Vaduz. The authorities suspect several people of serious crimes. The gold dealer initially did not comment.

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Partners Group warns it could cap more fund withdrawals after triggering private equity rout

Partners Group said it could cap capital withdrawals from more of its funds after a European gating sparked a private equity stock sell-off on Wednesday.

Emergency fund or retirement provision

Hello everyone, I currently have the following situation: I am saving 10% of my net income in an ETF for my retirement planning/possible property purchase and 5% for my emergency fund. Unfortunately, my emergency fund is currently only 2/3 of my net salary, whereas my ETF has saved significantly more. My ETF is currently at its highest level (up 40% since I started investing). Should I sell shares to replenish my emergency fund in the event of an emergency and a crash?

Health costs: Care reform provides for austerity measures and higher contributions for those without children

Like health insurance, nursing care is also in chronic financial trouble. The black-red coalition wants to take countermeasures - now the reform concept is becoming more concrete.

Thailand’s shrimp industry at ‘lowest point’ as it reels from Malaysia import ban

Thailand’s shrimp industry is reeling from the latest blow to its once market-dominant business after Malaysia this week suspended imports from its northern neighbour, triggering fresh despair from a sector whose revenue has nosedived in the 15 years since it claimed the crown as the world’s largest exporter. Malaysia’s temporary ban on five shrimp species – as well as tightened import requirements for Thai sea bass – came into force on Monday. The trade row comes as Thailand’s fisheries sector.

Comerzbank active open real estate fund hausInvest get rid of TER 3.47%

Hey guys, years ago I had an account at Commerzbank. There I was sold an actively managed open real estate fund (hausInvest, WKN 980701) - with a very relaxed TER of 3.47%. I have now switched to DKB and would like to sell the thing and convert it into an ETF. However, the DKB displays “Blocked until 06.10.26 – Open-End Real Estate Fund”. I also see two different prices: “Over-the-counter” approx. €44.20 “Tradegate” €39.64 There

Dead humpback whale on Anholt: Whale carcass probably not removed immediately after autopsy

The sad story of humpback whale “Timmy” is coming to an end. His carcass will be examined from late afternoon today. What happens to him afterwards is apparently still unclear.

How the EU aims to get governments buying European tech

Commission's new tech sovereignty-focused cloud and AI proposal pitches a carrot-and-stick approach

Migration: “End preferential treatment for certain groups” – Union questions naturalization law

Never before have more people naturalized in Germany than in 2025. The CDU politician Throm takes a critical view of this. Above all, he complains that certain groups are being favored.

European Court of Justice: Germany's reduction in asylum benefits violates EU law

Clothing deleted: The ECJ criticizes Germany's practice when it comes to rejected asylum seekers. New rules are just around the corner.

Comment: The DGB tax concept is the ultimate location killer

High top tax rate, wealth tax, higher corporate taxes. The DGB says goodbye to any serious debate and declares war on the government.