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Japan Q2 capex rises strongly in promising sign for domestic demand
TOKYO, September 1 ------ Japanese companies raised spending on plant and equipment in April-June by 7.6 per cent from the same period a...
Sep 1, 2025


Von der Leyen says Europe drawing up ‘precise’ plans to send troops to Ukraine - report
September 1 ------ Europe is drawing up "pretty precise plans" for a multinational troop deployment to Ukraine as part of post-conflict...
Sep 1, 2025


Germany's Merz expects Ukraine war to last a long time
BERLIN, September 1 ------ German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he was braced for the Ukraine war to last a long time, given that wars...
Sep 1, 2025


Japan uses AI-generated eruption of Mount Fuji to prepare Tokyo for worst-case scenario
TOKYO, August 31 ------ Mount Fuji hasn’t erupted since 1707. But for Volcanic Disaster Preparedness Day, Japanese officials have...
Aug 31, 2025


Scientists: 'Strangest' dinosaur covered in spiked armory
London, United Kingdom, August 31 ------ A dinosaur dubbed one of the "strangest" ever boasted an elaborate armory of long bony spikes...
Aug 31, 2025


Dollar set for monthly drop on growing US rate cut wagers
SINGAPORE, August 30 ------ The dollar wobbled on Friday, poised for a 2% drop in August against major currencies on rising odds of the...
Aug 30, 2025


South Korea to ban mobile phones in school classrooms
SEOUL, August 30 ------ South Korea has passed a bill banning the use of mobile phones in school classrooms nationwide, officials said on...
Aug 30, 2025


Saudi Arabia may cut October oil prices to Asia from five-month highs
SINGAPORE, August 29 ------ Saudi Arabia, the world's biggest oil exporter, may cut October crude oil prices for Asian buyers amid ample...
Aug 29, 2025


India's Modi seeks closer ties on Asia tour to offset US tariff fallout
NEW DELHI/TOKYO, August 29 ------ Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi headed overseas to meet the leaders of China, Japan, and Russia,...
Aug 29, 2025


Trump administration announces a $825 million arms sale to Ukraine
WASHINGTON, August 29 ------ The Trump administration has approved a $825 million arms sale to Ukraine that will include extended-range...
Aug 29, 2025


‘Expecting Swift Progress in Our Relations’ – Zelensky Names New Ambassador to US
August 29 ------ President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a new Ambassador to the United States: Olha Stefanishyna, a longtime Deputy Prime...
Aug 29, 2025


Dollar clings to gains with focus on Fed policy as French politics cloud euro
NEW YORK, August 28 ------ The dollar clung to gains against the euro and the yen, paring much of the strength made earlier in the day as...
Aug 28, 2025


US FDA narrows COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for under-65s, keeps full access for seniors
WASHINGTON, August 28 ------ The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for everyone aged 65 and over...
Aug 28, 2025


Ukrainian officials discuss peace options in Riyadh, will head to Switzerland, New York
KYIV, August 28 ------ The Ukrainian president's chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, said he was in Riyadh along with security council chief...
Aug 28, 2025


Ukraine sees 'priceless' digital battlefield data trove as key to West's support
KYIV, August 28 ------ Ukraine is looking at how to share battlefield data with allies, the country's deputy prime minister said, calling...
Aug 28, 2025


Japan plans stricter terms for visas to foreign entrepreneurs
TOKYO, Japan, August 27 ------ Japan plans tougher requirements for visas to foreign entrepreneurs, with a six-fold increase in minimum...
Aug 27, 2025


UN: 25 countries suspend postal services to US over tariffs
GENEVA, Switzerland, August 27 ------ At least 25 countries have decided to suspend package deliveries to the United States, as concern...
Aug 27, 2025


Ukraine's Zelensky: Turkey, Gulf states or European nations could host talks with Putin
KYIV, August 27 ------ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Turkey, the Gulf states or European countries could host direct...
Aug 27, 2025


Norway's leader is the latest to visit Ukraine as Trump weighs peace options
KYIV, Ukraine, August 27 ------ Norway’s multibillion-dollar military and civilian support for Ukraine’s fight to defeat Russia’s...
Aug 27, 2025


Oil prices rise as Russia-Ukraine war threatens supply disruption
NEW YORK, August 26 ------ Oil prices climbed around 2% on Monday, continuing last week's gains, as traders anticipated more U.S....
Aug 26, 2025
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