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Orbán Viktor: the restructuring of the power relations in the whole of Europe is taking place
Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, stated that Europe is experiencing a “war psychosis” and is drifting towards war each day. Orbán emphasized that it is essential for the voice of peace to compete with the power of the voice of war...
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The BBC problem about China
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The Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse effect is spreading around the world, affecting startup companies across the globe
More than 100 founders and CEOs are now writing to the UK Chancellor pleading for help, after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has led to a significant cash crunch for startups globally.
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Xi Jinping and His Wife Meet with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk
President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan met with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni and Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk at Yangyuan Hall of the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in a warm atmosphere.
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Is Gold the Ultimate Safe Haven Asset in Times of Uncertainty?
Exploring the Surging Demand for Gold: Why Investors Are Turning to Safe Haven Assets Amidst Global Uncertainty and Economic Turmoil
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China's top tech firms, including Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu, NetEase, and JD.com, are developing their own versions of Open AI's AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT
This comes after ChatGPT, backed by Microsoft, became the fastest-growing consumer app in history since its launch in November.
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WHO's Tedros says we "must prepare" for a potential H5N1 human bird flu pandemic
China has declined the US's request for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to speak with Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe after the US Air Force shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon, according to the Pentagon
The US Defense Department made the request after the shootdown took place on Saturday, but the People's Republic of China declined it.
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China is opening up for foreign investors.
China has issued a flurry of approvals for foreign financial companies looking to expand into the country as Beijing seeks to boost investor confidence after abruptly ending years of pandemic restrictions.
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Peace Economy vs. War Economy: Xi Jinping & Biden visit Saudi Arabia. MBS welcome both, differently
Leader of China and US President experienced contrasting welcomes in visits only five months apart. While Xi Jinping is considered as a leader, and as a long term strategic partner with mutual interest, Biden is what it is: a politician ...
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United States Warns ASML Over Concerns China Obtained Advanced Chipmaking Equipment
Japanese Yen Falls to Forty-Year Low Against the Dollar Despite Bank of Japan Rate Increase
Ukraine Strikes Moscow Oil Refinery in Renewed Long-Range Drone Attack
Japan and the Philippines Finalize Defense Supply Pact Amid Rising Regional Security Tensions
United States Releases Emergency Funding to Combat Expanding Ebola Outbreak in Central Africa
Federal Reserve Signals Further Rate Increases as Inflation Pressures Persist in the United States
United States and Iran Sign Interim Agreement to End Three-Month Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Global Energy Transition Loses Momentum Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Supply Chain Disruptions
International Regulators Warn of Rising Cyber and Disinformation Threats to Financial Systems
Ukraine Secures New German Commitment on Anti-Ballistic Missile Systems
Federal Reserve Signals Interest Rate Cuts Will Be Delayed Amid Persistent Inflation
Global Growth Forecasts Cut to 2.5 Percent as Energy Price Shock Weighs on Economies
United States Lifts Naval Blockade on Iranian Ports Following Ceasefire Agreement
United States and Iran Sign Interim Peace Agreement to End Three-Month Conflict
European Parliament Approves Fast-Track Deportation Rules and External Return Hubs for Migrants
Apple Raises Global Product Prices as Semiconductor Memory and Storage Shortages Persist
European Union Advances €131 Billion Defence and Space Budget and Welcomes Canada to Procurement Pact
US Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates at 3.5 to 3.75 Percent Amid Cautious Economic Outlook
G7 Summit in France Ends Without Joint Communique as Leaders Split Over Ukraine, Middle East and US Diplomacy
Israel Consolidates Control Over 1,000 Square Kilometres Across Gaza, Lebanon and Syria After Years of Military Operations
United States and Iran Sign Memorandum of Understanding to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
New Global Study Finds Climate Messages Gain More Support When Focused on Costs and Energy Security
Canada Announces New Infrastructure and Housing Measures for British Columbia
Russia Hosts ASEAN Leaders in Kazan to Mark Thirty-Five Years of Partnership
Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth Urges Europe to Take Greater Responsibility in NATO Overhaul
G7 Backs UK and French Naval Initiative to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes
United States and Iran Sign Memorandum on Nuclear Restraint and Regional De-escalation
G7 Nations Commit Additional Military Aid to Ukraine Ahead of Winter
Health Officials Warn Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo Could Become Deadliest on Record
SpaceX Acquires AI Coding Platform Developer Anysphere in $60 Billion Deal
China's Retail Sales Unexpectedly Contract as Industrial Output Remains Resilient
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged Under Chairman Kevin Warsh
Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rates and Signals Further Shift Away From Ultra-Loose Policy
G7 Leaders Promise More Military Support for Ukraine and Tougher Sanctions on Russian Energy
United States and Iran Agree Framework to Reopen Strait of Hormuz and Ease Regional Tensions
European Union Considers Social Media Ban for Children Under Sixteen
Russia Offers India Access to Major Siberian Rare Earth Minerals Deposit
China and Myanmar Expand Economic and Strategic Cooperation During Beijing State Visit
Bank of Japan Raises Key Interest Rate to One Percent Amid Rising Energy Costs
Ukraine Formally Opens European Union Membership Negotiations
Group of Seven Leaders Pledge Greater Pressure on Russia to End War in Ukraine
United States and Iran Agree to Ceasefire and Reopen Strait of Hormuz After Three-and-a-Half-Month War
Eight Killed in United States Air Force B-52 Bomber Crash During California Test Flight
United Kingdom to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under Sixteen
China Tightens Export Controls on Drones and Industrial Machinery Amid Escalating Technology Disputes
European Union Approves New Sanctions Targeting Russia's Shadow Oil Fleet and War Revenues
Russian Strikes Kill Eleven in Ukraine and Damage UNESCO-Protected Cathedral in Kyiv
Group of Seven Leaders Meet in France to Coordinate Middle East Peace Efforts and Support for Ukraine
United States and Iran Reach Preliminary Peace Agreement and Begin Reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Advanced Micro Devices Acquires AI Memory Optimization Firm MEXT to Ease Data Center Strain
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