Politics

10 Most Expensive Paintings: Brushstrokes Of Value
In the contemporary art market, a select group of paintings have transcended their canvas to become symbols of opulence, prestige, and cultural significance. These coveted masterpieces, sold for staggering...
Deja Vu Or Real Fear? NATO Grapples With Trump Threats
Donald Trump sparked outcry by threatening not to defend NATO members who do not spend enough, but for diplomats at the alliance that weathered his time in office there...
IMF, World Bank Warn Gaza War, Red Sea Attacks Imperil Global Economy
The IMF and World Bank warned on Monday that the Gaza war and the related attacks on shipping though the Red Sea pose threats to the global economy.The Israel-Hamas...
New Zealand’s Central Bank Governor Slams Stablecoins As ‘Biggest Misnomers’
KEY POINTSWhen it comes to cryptocurrencies, banks should be "as transparent and blunt as we can," Orr saidHe said stablecoins and other cryptocurrencies are "the biggest misnomers"The Reserve Bank...
Relatives Of Rescued Hostages Appeal For Gaza Deal To Free Others
Relatives of two hostages rescued overnight from Gaza appealed Monday for a broader deal between Israel and Hamas to secure the release of other captives still held in the...
Court Orders Netherlands To Stop F-35 Parts Delivery To Israel
The Netherlands must stop delivering parts for F-35 fighter jets used by Israel in the Gaza Strip, after a Dutch court Monday upheld an appeal by human rights organisations.The...
Gas Booming For UN COP29 Host Azerbaijan
Following the UN's COP28 climate talks in oil-fuelled Dubai, the COP29 conference is headed for the historic cradle of oil, Azerbaijan, which is in the midst of a gas...
Uncertainty Ahead For Pakistan After Indecisive Election
Pakistan has weeks of political uncertainty ahead following its indecisive election, analysts said Monday, with dozens of constituency results facing challenges in court and rival parties negotiating possible coalitions.Independent...
Biden’s Attorney Went To Justice Dept. Over ‘Pejorative’ Comments On President In Hur’s Report
KEY POINTSAttorney Bob Bauer said there are concerns about how President Joe Biden is portrayed in the special counsel reportThe concerns were raised with the special counsel and the...
Asian Markets Mixed Ahead Of US Inflation Data
Markets were mixed in Asia on Monday in holiday-thinned trade as investors look ahead to the release of crucial US inflation data due this week.Another record close for the...