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Swiss watch exports to US soared ahead of Trump tariffs

Swiss watch exports to the key US market soared nearly 14 percent in March, likely the result of retailers stocking up before US President Donald Trump announced his tariffs on countries worldwide.

World economy likely to avoid recession despite tariffs: IMF chief

The global economy is likely to avoid a recession despite the hit to growth from US President Donald Trump's tariff rollout, the head of the International Monetary Fund said Thursday.

China's Xi meets Cambodian leader as part of regional diplomatic blitz

Chinese President Xi Jinping met the Cambodian premier in Phnom Penh on Thursday on the final leg of a Southeast Asia tour in which he sought to strengthen regional trade ties.

France, UK mull migrant swaps in bid to stem Channel crossings

Paris and London are discussing a trial to deport undocumented migrants from the United Kingdom to France in exchange for allowing others to join family in Britain, France's interior ministry said Thursday.

N.Ireland designer Jonathan Anderson takes helm at Dior Men

French fashion giant Dior named the highly-rated designer Jonathan Anderson as creative director of Dior Men on Thursday.

Turkish central bank raises interest rate to 46 percent

Turkey's central bank hiked its key interest rate to 46 percent on Thursday after a month of protests over the arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor and economic uncertainty provoked by US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

Trump's tariff storm a threat to dollar's dominance?

As President Donald Trump's tariffs threaten the US economy, questions are being asked about how long the dollar can maintain its status as the world's key trading and reserve currency.

UK mulls impact of landmark gender ruling

From toilets and changing rooms to sports pitches and hospital wards, a ruling by Britain's Supreme Court on the legal definition of a "woman" is expected to have far-reaching consequences.

Stocks diverge as ECB rate cut looms, Trump tussles with Fed

European stock markets dropped Thursday following Asian gains as investors awaited an expected interest rate cut by the European Central Bank while US President Donald Trump blasted the head of the Federal Reserve.

Nvidia CEO in Beijing as US tech curbs, trade war threaten sales

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang arrived in Beijing on Thursday, state media said, days after the United States curbed sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to China.

Italy's Meloni in Washington seeking EU tariff deal from Trump

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni meets with Donald Trump Thursday in Washington, hoping a personal charm offensive can help convince the US president to cut a more favourable deal on EU tariffs.

Asian markets boosted as 'Big Progress' made in Japan tariff talks

Tokyo led Asian stocks higher on Thursday as optimism over Japan-US trade talks offset Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell's warning that Donald Trump's tariffs could force officials to choose between fighting inflation or unemployment.

Taiwan's TSMC net profit soars as US tariff threat looms

Taiwanese chipmaking titan TSMC reported on Thursday a surge in net profit for the first quarter and forecast robust demand for artificial intelligence technology, despite the spectre of US tariffs on the critical sector.

Cartel recruitment at heart of Mexico's missing persons crisis

When Rubi Cruz recognized her husband's belongings among personal items found at a suspected Mexican drug cartel training camp, she feared the worst -- that he had become a victim of forced recruitment.

Mahrang Baloch, a child of the resistance for Pakistan's ethnic minority

Pakistan's Mahrang Baloch has risen to become the young face of a decades-old movement against rights abuses since she discovered her father's tortured body when she was a teenager.

Taiwan's TSMC says net profit rose 60.3% in first quarter

Taiwanese chipmaking titan TSMC reported Thursday a surge in net profit for the first quarter and forecast robust demand for artificial intelligence technology, despite the spectre of US tariffs on the critical sector.

Hermes to hike US prices to offset tariff impact

French luxury group Hermes said Thursday it would hike its prices in the United States to offset the impact of 10-percent import tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

Sri Lanka's women-run hotel breaks down barriers

Time for the daily staff meeting at Sri Lanka's Hotel Amba Yaalu where woman manager Jeewanthi Adhikari jokes: "This won't look very serious, there are only girls around the table."

Spanish youth keep vibrant Holy Week processions alive

Clad in a traditional white tunic and purple sash, four-year-old Thiago could barely contain his excitement before taking part as a drummer in a Spanish Easter procession thronged by thousands.

Unease grows over Trump tariffs despite 'progress' in Japan trade talks

Uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariff blitz mounted Thursday after the Fed chief warned of rising prices and "volatility" while "progress" flagged by the US president in talks with Japan lifted markets slightly.

EON Resources Inc. Announces Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings Call on April 23, 2025

Management Will Be Discussing Its Financial Results and Its Accomplishments for the First Year as a Public Operating Company

Major Survey Finds 80% of Americans Unaware of Billions in Unclaimed Assets

GovRecover Survey Reveals Huge Knowledge Gap and Underscores Need for Greater Public Awareness in Asset Recovery

Announcing Zion Shores

A First for Utah: Ride Waves, Live Local, and Discover Adventure-Driven Lifestyle

Vero to Participate in ELFA’s Capitol Connections 2025, Reinforcing Industry Leadership and Advocacy

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2025 / Vero Technologies is proud to announce its participation in Capitol Connections 2025, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) premier advocacy event in Washington, D.C., as a continuation of its commitment to industry leadership and policy engagement.

SMX Enters ASEAN Region: A Strategic Milestone Leap Toward a Global Circular Plastics Future

MIAMI, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2025 / Ushering a new era for sustainable manufacturing and packaging transparency, SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX)(NASDAQ:SMXWW) announced entering a strategic agreement with Aegis Packaging, a leading Singapore-based innovator in high-barrier coatings for recyclable flexible plastic packaging.

Liberty Supports Australians' Health and Wellbeing with Personal Loan Solutions

For Australians seeking greater control over their healthcare, Liberty offers flexible personal loans that could help balance the costs.

ASP Isotopes and bioAffinity Technologies Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2025 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with ASP Isotopes Inc. (NASDAQ:ASPI) and bioAffinity Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:BIAF) on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored program on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, April 19, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes across the U.S.

SMX and Aegis Packaging Introduce a Collaborative ‘Physical to Digital’ Sustainable Packaging Initiative

Empowering Companies to Meet Rising Global Demand for Circular, Transparent, and Efficient Plastics

MKS Financial Services Inc. Wins Consumer Choice Award for Financial Planning in Regina

REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) proudly announces MKS Financial Services Inc. as the top provider in Regina's Financial Planning category. This award recognizes MKS Financial Services' commitment to providing personalized financial guidance, client satisfaction, and long-term wealth management.

Littleton School of Music Wins Consumer Choice Award for Music Lessons in Denver

DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) is proud to announce Littleton School of Music as the top-ranked business in the Music Lessons category for the Denver region. This honour reflects the school's nearly two decades of dedication to providing high-quality, one-on-one private music lessons delivered by certified, professional, and patient instructors.

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AMD says US rule on chips to China could cost it $800 mn

Chip developer Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) on Wednesday said it expects new US licensing requirements for semiconductors exported to China to cost it as much as $800 million.

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