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Tech firms take fresh hit as earnings misses fan AI fears

Tech firms were again on the back foot Friday after another round of disappointing earnings from Wall Street titans fanned already deep concerns about the AI investment boom.

Dodging fuel price hikes, Damascus drivers turn to electric cars

Taxi driver Mohammed Kanaan drives his shiny new electric car around Damascus's rundown streets, hoping for higher profits as spiking petrol prices made his old car too expensive to run.

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Asian markets drop as Fed gears up for interest rate decision

Most Asian markets fell Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.

Chinese casino hub Macau struggles to evolve beyond gaming

In the shadow of the Grand Lisboa, the Macau casino world-famous for its "golden lotus" design, fashion boutique owner Suzanne Leong wonders if the economic miracle that initially made her fortune has now cast her aside.

Asian markets mixed as Fed gears up for interest rate decision

Asian markets fluctuated Tuesday as attention turned to the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy decision, with traders hoping for guidance on its interest rate plans as president-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.

UK court to sentence father, stepmother for killing daughter

A UK court will Tuesday hand down its sentences on the father and stepmother of a British-Pakistani girl, who died from prolonged and horrific abuse in a case which shocked the UK.

ChatGPT search opens to all users in challenge to Google

OpenAI on Monday said it is making ChatGPT-powered internet search available to all users, escalating its threat to Google's dominance.

Epique Realty Celebrates Its Grand Entrance Into Massachusetts With John Riley Leading the Charge as Managing Broker

Together, we're creating a transformative future for real estate agents in Massachusetts.

CompareForexBrokers Releases 2025 Annual Forex Broker Awards

Highlighting the Best Brokers for Forex, Crypto, Shares, and More

Prop-Firms.com Announces Winners for the 2025 Annual Awards

Recognizing the top performers in the fast-evolving world of proprietary trading, Prop-Firms.com announces the results of its 2025 Annual Awards.

Evrima Chicago Joins the Forbes Business Council

Evrima Chicago, LLC proudly announces its inclusion in the prestigious Forbes Business Council, a recognition that underscores our commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the ever-evolving technology landscape. This milestone is a testament to our relentless pursuit of transformative solutions and our dedication to redefining industry standards across a variety of technology domains.

New Era Helium Inc. to Present at the Microcap Conference

New Era Helium Inc. (NASDAQ:NEHC) ("New Era" or the "Company"), an exploration and production (E&P) company sourcing helium produced in association with natural gas reserves within the Permian Basin, is pleased to announce its participation in The Microcap Conference 2025, premier event for growth-focused companies and investors. The conference will take place January 28-30, 2025, at the Borgata Hotel Spa & Casino in Atlantic City, N.J.

Global stocks mostly fall, bitcoin soars to new peak

Global shares mostly retreated Monday as markets awaited a Federal Reserve interest rate decision while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy pressured equities.

After budget row, French MPs pass 'special law' to keep show on the road

More than a week after a historic no-confidence vote brought down a prime minister unable to secure backing for an austerity budget, French lawmakers Monday unanimously passed a law to keep tax and social security machinery running.

Global stocks stall, bitcoin soars to new peak

Global shares stalled Monday ahead of an expected US interest-rate cut later this week while concerns over political battles in Europe and China's struggling economy sent other world markets lower.

Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau

Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland quit Monday in a surprise move after disagreeing with Justin Trudeau over US President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats.

Anglican Church hit by new abuse row

A senior UK bishop, who will soon take over temporarily as leader of the world's Anglicans after a sex abuse scandal, faced calls to quit on Monday over his own handling of another case.

UK approves Royal Mail takeover by Czech billionaire

Britain's centuries-old Royal Mail is set to pass into foreign ownership after the UK government Monday approved the takeover of its parent company by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group.

Spinoffs of French tycoon's media empire make market debut

Three spinoffs from French right-wing tycoon Vincent Bollore's Vivendi media empire debuted on stock markets on Monday, with mixed results as shares in the Canal+ television and film group tanked in London.

Lagarde says ECB will continue to cut interest rates

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Monday eurozone policymakers would keep cutting interest rates and warned that higher US tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump could hit growth in the bloc.

Ex-husband in French rape trial asks 'forgiveness' from family

The French man who has admitted to enlisting dozens of strangers to rape his heavily-sedated wife on Monday asked forgiveness from his family and hailed the courage of his now ex-spouse during his trial.

Equity markets struggle after more weak China data

Most markets fell on Monday after an unexpected slowdown in retail sales reinforced worries about China's economy, with the latest batch of weak data compounding the disappointment of Beijing's latest stimulus pledges.

Fiji says seven 'stable' after drinking hotel cocktails

Seven guests hospitalised after drinking cocktails in a luxury Fiji hotel -- including four Australians and an American -- are in a stable condition, the Pacific island government said Monday.

RENN Fund, Inc. Announces Year End Distribution

The RENN Fund, Inc. (NYSE MKT:RCG) (the "Fund") announced today that it has declared a year-end distribution in the amount of $0.022371 per share, payable on December 27, 2024, to stockholders of record on December 16, 2024. The Ex-Date is December 18, 2024.

Aventura Private Wealth Hosts its Second Annual Canvas & Capital Event

Aventura Private Wealth held its second annual Canvas & Capital event on December 10th, at The Porto Vita Villa Grande Club in Aventura, Florida. Fresh off the whirlwind that is Miami's Art Basel week, this event is where the worlds of contemporary art and finance collided in a celebration of creativity and investment.

tZERO Leverages Fireblocks Technology to Support Its Recently Launched Digital Security Custody Business

tZERO and its subsidiaries, a leader in technology solutions for capital markets, are pleased to announce it will be leveraging Fireblocks, a leading institutional wallet technology provider, to power the recently-launched tZERO Digital Asset Securities, currently one of only two special purpose broker-dealer for digital security custody in the U.S. With Fireblocks' established wallets-as-a-service solution, tZERO can provide a seamless and secure experience throughout the digital securities lifecycle, including custody and security solutions for institutional and individual investors offered by its special purpose broker-dealer.

Chinese firms take on EV truck challenges

Dominant in the electric car sector, Chinese companies have been quietly consolidating their position in the lesser-watched trucking scene -- but foreign tariffs and a perceived quality gap could signal roadblocks ahead, experts warn.

Oldest Miss France clinches crown, aged 34

A 34-year-old flight attendant from the French Caribbean island of Martinique on Saturday became the oldest contestant to win the Miss France pageant.

Rare foreign-born CEO says Japan needs immigration to thrive

The Indian-born head of one of Japan's most famous snack brands has warned that the country must change its mindset and admit more immigrants to get the economy back to the glory of its boom years.

France fears heavy toll as Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte

Cyclone Chido obliterated shantytowns on the French island territory of Mayotte on Saturday, with French ministers fearing a "heavy" death toll from the destruction, which has already claimed two lives.

Founder of Spain's Mango clothing chain dies in accident

Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe's largest fashion groups, with nearly 2,800 stores worldwide, died Saturday in an accident, the company said.

Olympic champions Papadakis, Hubbell to perform as same-sex ice dancers in gala

Olympic ice dancing champions Gabriella Papadakis and Madison Hubbell announced Saturday they will team up as a same-sex couple at a figure skating gala early next year.

Athletics Australia 'profoundly sorry' for alleged abuse by top coach

Athletics Australia said it was "profoundly sorry" on Saturday over allegations that celebrated pole vault coach Alex Parnov groomed, sexually harassed and inappropriately touched multiple young women in his care.

'Fighting spirit': Disabled French boxer yearns for glory

Boxer Pierre-Mickael Hugues trains in New York like any other able-bodied athlete -- but has prosthetic legs from below the knee.

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