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UN expert urges protection for indigenous Botswana people

A United Nations human rights expert on Friday urged Botswana's government to grant constitutional recognition and stronger protections to indigenous communities, citing longstanding discrimination against the San people.

Russian central bank cuts interest rate as economy slows

Russia's central bank on Friday cut its key interest rate, but warned inflation was still too high, amid growing concerns over an economic slowdown amid the Ukraine offensive.

Microsoft avoids EU antitrust fine with Teams commitments

The EU said Friday it had accepted Microsoft's commitment to more clearly separate the Teams communications app from its Office products -- sparing the US tech giant a hefty antitrust fine.

Stocks, dollar diverge with focus on rates

European stock markets mostly retreated Friday after gains among Asia's main indices, ahead of a likely cut to US interest rates next week.

S. Koreans greeted with applause at home after US detention

Hundreds of South Korean workers were greeted by applause and tearful relatives Friday when they returned home after being tangled in a US immigration row that cast a shadow over massive Korean investments in the United States.

Nepalis assess damage after terror of deadly protests

Retired Nepali civil servant Dhruba Shrestha has lived through decades of turmoil, from civil war to political upheaval, but the 76-year-old says nothing compared to the violence that engulfed the Himalayan nation this week.

Board of Spain's Sabadell bank rejects BBVA takeover bid

Spanish bank Sabadell on Friday said its board had rejected larger national rival BBVA's hostile takeover bid and urged shareholders to shun it as the clock ticked down on their final decision.

UK economy stalls in July in fresh government setback

Britain's economy stagnated in July, official data showed Friday, dealing another blow to the Labour government after a turbulent week for Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Stocks rally into weekend with US rate cut 'seemingly locked in'

Most markets extended gains Friday, tracking record highs across Wall Street, after US inflation and jobs data all but set in stone a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week.

UK economy stalls in July

Britain's economy stagnated in July, official data showed Friday, dealing another blow to the Labour government at the end of a turbulent week for Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

US tariffs deal stokes 'monster' pick-up fears in Europe

Considered powerful, heavy-duty vehicles by their fans and dangerous gas-guzzling "monsters" by detractors -- could large pick-up trucks, long a staple on US roads, be about to roam in greater numbers across Europe?

Ukraine's energy strikes hit Russians at the pump

Watching the price tick higher as he filled up his car, Russian pensioner Oleg railed against the recent surge in petrol prices, pushed higher by Ukrainian strikes on Russia's oil infrastructure.

Asian stocks surge into weekend with US rate cut 'seemingly locked in'

Asian markets surged again Friday, tracking record highs across Wall Street, after US inflation and jobs data all but set in stone a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week.

S. Korea workers head home after US immigration raid

Hundreds of South Korean workers were headed back to Seoul on Friday after their detention in a US immigration raid that Hyundai warned will delay completion of its battery factory.

SMX's Plastic Cycle Token Redefines Material Efficiency By Turning Trash to Cash

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / What if there was a way to turn plastic waste into billions of dollars... and then reuse that same product waste to make billions more? While countries form committees and regulators argue over new schemes, SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) is already running that playbook. The Plastic Cycle Token, or PCT, is not a theory or a white paper. It is a working solution that transforms every verified kilogram of recycled plastic into a secured digital asset. The world keeps debating. SMX keeps proving.

NioCorp and Phoenix Motor Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV

ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with NioCorp Developments Ltd. (Nasdaq:NB) and Phoenix Motor Inc. (OTC PINK:PEVM) on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored program on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, September 13, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes across the U.S.

SMX and A*STAR's National Plastics Passport Unlock the Proof Premium for Global Brands

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / In every major industry, compliance has historically been treated as a cost center. Companies hire consultants, assemble reporting teams, and invest in monitoring systems not because they want to, but because regulators require it. Compliance was always about meeting the minimum threshold to avoid penalties, not about creating value. That mentality is starting to shift.

IRS Cracks Down on Unreported Tip Income - Clear Start Tax Warns Service Industry Workers to Prepare for 2025 Changes

Waitstaff, bartenders, salon workers, and other tipped employees could face greater IRS scrutiny under new compliance initiatives.

KW Towing Recognised With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in Towing Services in Waterloo

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / KW Towing has been recognised with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Towing Service category for the Waterloo Region. This award highlights the company's trusted reputation and commitment to providing reliable service to the community, earning the confidence of local residents and businesses alike.

Macho Movers Recognised With 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in Moving Companies in Guelph

GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / Macho Movers has been recognised with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Moving Companies category for the Guelph region. This recognition highlights the company's reputation for strength, service, and reliability, earned through years of dedication to helping individuals, families, and businesses move with confidence.

J&J Painting Recognized with 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Painting Contractor in Waterloo

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 12, 2025 / J&J Painting, a trusted name in residential and commercial painting services, has been recognized with the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Painting Contractor category for Waterloo. Known for its commitment to quality, precision, and outstanding customer service, the company continues to raise the bar for professional painting in the region.

Bad Bunny to skip US in world tour, fears immigration raids

The wildly popular Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny says he will skip the United States during an upcoming world tour because he fears raids by immigration agents at his concerts.

Global stocks rise as US inflation data hits forecast

Global stock markets rose on Thursday as US inflation data came in as anticipated, reinforcing the prospect of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week.

Albania appoints AI-generated minister to avoid corruption

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said Thursday he had appointed the world's first AI-generated government minister to oversee public tenders, promising its artificial intelligence would make it "corruption-free".

Trump, other officials mourn Charlie Kirk amid 9/11 tributes

US President Donald Trump and other officials paid tribute to slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk on Thursday as the country marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.

ECB seeks to ease jitters over France crisis

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Thursday she was "confident" officials would seek to reduce uncertainty as France's crisis rattles investor confidence, and suggested the bank was ready to intervene if needed.

Global stocks rise as no surprise on US inflation data

Global stock markets rose on Thursday as US inflation data that came in as expected reinforced expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week.

US consumer inflation heats up but unlikely to deter rate cut

US consumer inflation rose last month to its highest level since January, government data showed Thursday, although analysts believe that this is unlikely to deter the central bank from an interest rate cut next week.

ECB holds rates as France crisis looms over meeting

The European Central Bank held interest rates steady again Thursday with inflation under control and trade tensions having eased, even as France's political crisis presents policymakers with a fresh challenge.

Stocks up before US inflation, ECB rate call

European and Asian stock markets rose Thursday as traders awaited more US inflation data and the European Central Bank's latest decision on interest rates.

Mexico, under US pressure, mulls 50% tariff on Chinese cars

Mexico, under pressure not to serve as a back door for Chinese goods entering the United States, has proposed a 50 percent duty on car imports from the Asian giant -- up from 15-20 percent.

Most markets rise as US producer price data stokes rate cut bets

Asian equities mostly rose Thursday as investors built on this week's rally after US data ramped up expectations for a string of interest rate cuts.

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