Stock Market Plummets as Trump Announces New Tariff War

UBS CEO Says Switzerland Risks Overreaction With Capital Plan

UBS Group AG Chief Executive Officer Sergio Ermotti said the bank is pushing back against the Swiss government’s proposals to make it hold substantially more capital, arguing that the design of new rules is over the top and will hurt competitiveness.

Activist Urges Japan’s Fuji Media to Probe Celebrity Scandal

Activist Urges Japan’s Fuji Media to Probe Celebrity Scandal - INBELLA

Starmer stands by UK City minister amid Bangladesh corruption probe

No. 10 Downing Street says Tulip Siddiq has ‘not been involved with any decisions relating to Bangladesh since entering government.’

Patna: Congress's Raj Bhavan March Over Adani Bribery Case.

The Bihar Congress organised a protest march today, decrying the lack of action against Gautam Adani despite a non-bailable warrant issued in the US.

Iran Scrambles to Tackle Fuel Shortages Amid a Winter Cold Snap

A cold snap has forced school closures and other disruptions to public life across much of Iran, as authorities grapple with a shortage of natural gas for heating and electricity generation.

Iran Scrambles to Tackle Fuel Shortages Amid a Winter Cold Snap - EUROPE SAYS

A cold snap has forced school closures and other disruptions to public life across much of Iran, as

Slovakia’s Credit Rating Cut at Moody’s on Fiscal and Political Risks

Slovakia’s sovereign credit score was cut one notch by Moody’s Ratings, which cited concerns over political tensions and worsening state debt among reasons for the downgrade.

South Korea's acting president moves to reassure allies after impeachment

Han Duck-soo, a technocrat serving as prime minister, was elevated to acting president while impeached preside

Slovakia’s Credit Rating Cut at Moody’s on Fiscal and Political Risks - EUROPE SAYS

Slovakia’s sovereign credit score was cut one notch by Moody’s Ratings, which cited concerns over institutional challenges and

Europe’s Syrians shaken by debate over repatriation to their war-ravaged homeland – POLITICO - EUROPE SAYS

Germany’s interior minister, Nancy Faeser, a member of Scholz’s Social Democratic Party (SPD), also warned that an exodus

Liz Truss gets her own movie

Grab the popcorn. “The Prime Minister vs. the Blob” is coming to no cinemas near you.

Political uncertainty intensifies over the weekend 

National Syrian Army soldiers celebrate after opposition forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham took control of the Hama city center and surrounding villages on Dec. 6, 2024, in Hama, Syria.

Traders Brace for More Volatility on Korea’s Political Stalemate - EUROPE SAYS

Traders are bracing for a period of sustained volatility in South Korean assets as markets reopen on Monday,

In South Korea's crisis playbook, currency stability is paramount

In the four decades since South Korea was last under martial law, the nation has significantly evolved its systems to focus on ensuring economic stability.

Yoon’s gambit a tempest in a teapot for financial markets

Tokyo stocks opened flat and the yen was little changed from a day earlier, when the South Korean president declared martial law in a late-night address.

Treasuries Erase Gains as Labor Strength Erodes Haven Demand

Treasuries fell in US trading Tuesday after an indication of labor-market strength encouraged investors to sell the rally that briefly ensued after South Korea’s president declared martial law.

France will oppose the Mercosur treaty right until the end

Paris risks an embarrassing defeat this week, just as its government faces possible censure and collapse. But this won’t be the end of the saga.

Will booming Ireland boot out TikTok PM Simon Harris? – POLITICO - EUROPE SAYS

“We’re in a very fragmented political environment,” Harris said at one of his final campaign events at Trim

Will booming Ireland boot out TikTok PM Simon Harris?

His more experienced coalition partner, Micheál Martin, appears best positioned to lead the next government — and insists he won’t turn left to Sinn Féin or right to anti-immigrant independents.

France doubles down on age minimum of 15 for social media use – POLITICO - EUROPE SAYS

Her call comes at a time when there's increasing concern among European politicians about social media platforms, their

France doubles down on age minimum of 15 for social media use

Paris renews push for EU-wide uptake of its “digital majority” at 15.

USA e Israele, partner nel genocidio

Nell’appoggiare il genocidio di Israele contro la popolazione palestinese a Gaza, l’amministrazione Biden continua a ignorare non solo il diritto internazionale, ma anche le stesse leggi americane e, addirittura, le direttive emesse dalla Casa Bianca…

Belarus President Proposes Cutting Potash Production With Russia – BNN Bloomberg - EUROPE SAYS

(Bloomberg) -- Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko proposed approaching Russian fertilizer producers to coordinate a 10% potash output cut

Fed cuts key interest rate a quarter point but signals ongoing concerns about inflation

The Federal Reserve announced Thursday it was lowering its key interest rate by a quarter point — a widely expected move that coincides with inflation approaching the central bank's 2% goal.

Germany’s Merz urges Scholz to drastically move up timeline for snap election

Friedrich Merz, the leader of the center-right Christian Democrats and the probable next chancellor, demands a vote of confidence within days.

Jörg Kukies to become German finance minister – reports

Chancellor Olaf Scholz is now leading a minority government until a confidence motion on January 15, with an election expected by March.

How to watch the commissioner hearings like a pro

Your step-by-step guide to the European election’s season finale.