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Paris, London stock markets rally, as Hong Kong surge fades
Europe's main stock markets shot higher Friday, with Paris leading the way as shares in LVMH surged on record annual profits at the French luxury group.
India fetes France's Macron at annual military parade
President Emmanuel Macron was guest of honour Thursday for India's pomp-filled annual military parade, in a state visit aimed at shoring up France's strategic ties with the world's fifth-largest economy.
Asian equity rally fades despite Wall St records sparked by US data
The rally in Asian markets petered out Friday, with profit-takers paring three-day surges in Hong Kong and Shanghai as traders await more guidance on China's plans to support the country's battered economy.
Hungry Indians queue for Israel jobs as war in Gaza rages
Indians queuing in long lines for jobs in Israel as the war with Hamas grinds on say the risks to their safety are preferable to hunger at home.
Yellen touts Biden economic wins as 2024 campaign ramps up
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Thursday lauded the economic gains made under President Joe Biden, as the Democrat leader's reelection campaign revs up -- and his team seeks to show he has done more for the country than Donald Trump.
UK, Canada pause trade talks, agriculture remains a hurdle
British negotiators paused free trade talks with Canada on Thursday after years of discussions between the two Commonwealth nations, Ottawa said.
US indices finish at fresh records as ECB pauses rates again
Wall Street indices finished at fresh records Thursday on the back of strong US economic growth data while European stocks edged higher despite the European Central Bank signaling it was too soon to start considering interest rate cuts.
Biden lauds solid 2023 growth as reelection bid gains pace
US President Joe Biden and his Treasury chief touted the country's robust 2023 economic performance Thursday, with stronger than expected growth offering a boost as the Democratic incumbent revs up his reelection campaign.
Meta beefs up teen defenses at Instagram and Messenger
Meta on Thursday began blocking messages from strangers sent directly to young teens using Instagram or Messenger.
LVMH posts record sales and profit in 2023
The world's largest luxury goods group LVMH announced record results Thursday, even as growth slowed towards the end of last year and sales of spirits shrank.
Lloyds bank cuts almost 800 jobs in online switch
British retail lender Lloyds Banking Group on Thursday announced a net reduction of almost 800 jobs, as it slashes branch staff but boosts customer services.
Gravitational wave, Venus missions get European green light
The European Space Agency gave the green light to two missions on Thursday, one to detect ripples in spacetime called gravitational waves and another to probe the secrets of Earth's closest neighbouring planet Venus.
Microsoft lays off 1,900 staff after Activision gaming buyout
Microsoft is laying off 1,900 people, or eight percent of staff, from its gaming division as it consolidates the blockbuster buyout of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard.
US new home sales up in 2023, boosted by limited existing supply
Sales of new US homes jumped in 2023, according to government data released Thursday, supported by a lack of inventory in the existing homes market as mortgage rates remained elevated.
'Resilient' US economy defies recession fears to cap solid 2023
US economic growth was stronger than expected in the final months of 2023, government data showed Thursday, offering a boost to President Joe Biden as he heads into reelection campaigning.
'Premature' to talk rate cuts, says ECB after pausing again
The European Central Bank froze borrowing costs again on Thursday and expressed caution on inflation, with president Christine Lagarde saying it was still too early to consider rate cuts.
US stocks rise on strong growth data
Wall Street indices rose Thursday on the back of strong US economic growth data but European stocks diverged as the European Central Bank signalled it was too soon to start considering interest rate cuts.
Top Venezuela, Guyana diplomats meet on Essequibo border dispute
The foreign ministers of Guyana and Venezuela met Thursday in Brazil's capital city to discuss the simmering crisis on their border over a disputed oil-rich region.
ECB pauses rates again as inflation eases
The European Central Bank froze borrowing costs again on Thursday even as inflation eases, signalling it was too soon to start considering rate cuts.
Boban resigns from UEFA over 'disastrous' Ceferin re-election plan
UEFA's chief of football Zvonimir Boban said on Wednesday he has resigned from his position after the body's president Aleksander Ceferin proposed plans for his possible re-election in 2031.
Balletcore, dunes and vamps at Paris couture week
Haute couture week in Paris showcases the fashion world's most elite outfits -- one-off, made-to-measure creations that the labels hope will adorn red carpets and high society events around the world.
European stocks drop before ECB rate call
European stock markets dropped in morning trades on Thursday as investors awaited an update on the outlook for eurozone interest rates.
Nokia sees 'challenging' 2024 after profits plunge
Finnish telecommunications equipment maker Nokia warned Thursday that it expects another tough economic environment in the first half of this year after its net profit sank in 2023.
Blinken sees growing partner in Angola on tour of African democracies
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken explored greater coordination with emerging regional partner Angola on Thursday, capping a tour of Africa to champion US-friendly democracies as global crises mount.
India rolls out red carpet for Macron as France eyes trade deals
President Emmanuel Macron was given a red carpet welcome and an elephant honour guard on Thursday as he started a two-day visit to India, with France eyeing lucrative deals with the world's fifth-largest economy.
Shanghai, Hong Kong rally on China stimulus hope, equity markets mixed
Shanghai and Hong Kong stocks built on their recent rally Thursday as traders awaited fresh pledges of stimulus from Chinese officials a day after they announced a measure to boost bank lending, though other Asian markets fluctuated.
Lagos styrofoam, plastics ban brings applause and concern
From trash-strewn pavements to street vendors packing meals in polystyrene containers, plastic waste is a constant menace in the urban landscape of Lagos, Nigeria's economic capital and the continent's most populous city.
Japan craft made successful pin-point Moon landing, space agency says
Japan's "Moon Sniper" craft made a pin-point lunar landing despite last-minute engine problems, the space agency said Thursday as it released the first images from the mission.
French court to rule on controversial immigration bill
France's highest constitutional authority will on Thursday issue a keenly-awaited verdict on whether an immigration bill adopted under pressure from the far-right is in line with its basic law.
Memory chip giant SK Hynix returns to profit on strong AI demand
The world's second-largest memory chip maker, South Korea's SK Hynix, said on Thursday it had returned to profit after four consecutive quarters of losses driven by demand for chips used in artificial intelligence.
From Japan to the world: how to translate a game
Behind the global success of Japanese video games lies a delicate task: appealing to overseas players whose expectations on issues such as sexism are increasingly influencing the content of major titles.
Shanghai, Hong Kong rally on China stimulus hopes, Asian markets mixed
Shanghai and Hong Kong stocks built on their recent rally Thursday as traders awaited fresh pledges of stimulus from Chinese officials a day after they announced a measure to boost bank lending, though other Asia markets fluctuated.