US job growth slows in June; hospitality sheds roles despite World Cup
Labour force participation dropped to its lowest level since March 2021, reaching 61.5 percent in June.
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Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
North Korea’s Kim hails ‘unshakeable will’ to develop ties with China’s Xi
Kim Jong Un has sent Xi Jinping a congratulatory message to mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
Supreme Court strikes down US campaign spending limits in landmark ruling
The High Court strikes down campaign spending limits, citing First Amendment protections in a 6-3 decision
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro secrets leaked in Tata Electronics hack: What we know
Documents and photos are stolen from Apple’s Indian supplier. How does this impact the US tech giant?
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EU gets tough on China as trade imbalance stokes deindustrialisation fears
Talks between EU trade commissioner and Chinese commerce minister come as bloc seeks to limit influx of Chinese imports.
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Can governments fix the global housing crisis?
From city skyscrapers to sprawling slums, a roof over your head has never been harder to afford.
Published On 29 Jun 2026
US Supreme Court backs Trump’s firings; Fed’s Cook reserved as exception
Justices rule in favour of expanded executive power, preserving Lisa Cook’s Fed position amid Trump’s dismissal attempt.
US petrol prices ease despite ongoing uncertainties with Iran
US–Iran peace talks ease market volatility, but uncertainty keeps oil prices hovering, complicating recovery efforts.
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Sudan says China has waived $50m loan: What’s in it for Khartoum, Beijing?
China and Sudan signed off on a waiver of $50m as Sudan’s military-led government seeks support amid Western sanctions.
China slaps export controls on dozens of Japanese entities
China’s Ministry of Commerce says measures are a response to Tokyo’s ‘new militarism’.
