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US, China start trade talks in Kuala Lumpur

The world's two biggest economies are seeking to avoid further escalating a damaging tit-for-tat tariff war

BTS to film new music video in US, comeback album eyed for March 2026

BTS is gearing up for a long-awaited full-group comeback. After spending nearly two months in Los Angeles working on new material, the group has now returned to South Korea, though only briefly. According to South Korean media outlet Star News, RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook will soon head back to the US to film the music video for their upcoming track. The group is reportedly targeting March 2026 for the release of their new album.

Appointments for US student visa halted

The US State Department has ordered the suspension of student visa processing in the latest escalation of a Trump administration crackdown on foreign students criticised yesterday by China.

US to monitor immigrants' social media for antisemitism

The US government announced Wednesday it will start reviewing the social media activity of visa applicants and immigrants for antisemitic content, according to a recent report by Reuters. The announcement has been heavily criticised by certain civil liberties groups as an overreach that threatens free expression.

Strategic choices in the new space race

Starlink's Ukraine role exposed single-provider risks. US threatens suspension; China eyes space.

US welcomes interim govt’s election plan

The US yesterday welcomed plans by Bangladesh's interim leader to hold elections next year or in early 2026

Of Gulliver’s travels in America: A satire on the paradox of democracy

Gulliver observes government shutdowns—crises born of political posturing rather than necessity.

Shadow of US prosecutor’s bribery charge on Adani?

It remains to be seen how the political impact of the US prosecutors’ charges against the Adani group plays out.

US Fed Chair sees 'further disinflation' in economy

The rate-cut lowers the cost of borrowing for consumers and businesses, bringing some relief to households weeks before November's presidential election -- even as the Fed works independently of the US administration

December 16, 2024
December 16, 2024

Of Gulliver’s travels in America: A satire on the paradox of democracy

Gulliver observes government shutdowns—crises born of political posturing rather than necessity.

November 21, 2024
November 21, 2024

Shadow of US prosecutor’s bribery charge on Adani?

It remains to be seen how the political impact of the US prosecutors’ charges against the Adani group plays out.

October 1, 2024
October 1, 2024

US Fed Chair sees 'further disinflation' in economy

The rate-cut lowers the cost of borrowing for consumers and businesses, bringing some relief to households weeks before November's presidential election -- even as the Fed works independently of the US administration

September 22, 2024
September 22, 2024

US to propose ban on Chinese software, hardware in connected vehicles, sources say

The US Commerce Department is expected on Monday to propose prohibiting Chinese software and hardware in connected and autonomous vehicles on American roads due to national security concerns, two sources told Reuters

September 17, 2024
September 17, 2024

As Fed cuts loom, health of US economy could determine markets' path

How stocks, bonds and the dollar perform after the Federal Reserve kicks off its rate-cutting cycle could depend on one factor more than most: the health of the US economy.

September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024

US to help Bangladesh diversify exports

The US has assured Bangladesh of support in diversifying export products and exploring new markets to boost bilateral trade between the two countries

September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024

US Fed expected to announce its first interest rate cut since 2020

The Federal Reserve is gearing up to announce its first interest rate cut for more than four years on Wednesday, with policymakers expected to debate how big a move to make less than two months before the US presidential election.

September 14, 2024
September 14, 2024

US moves to curb 'trade loophole' over China worries

The US government said Friday it will work to curb the "overuse and abuse" of a mechanism allowing lower-value imports to enter the country duty-free, as concerns grow over Chinese shipments

September 12, 2024
September 12, 2024

Optimism of US firms in China at record lows: report

American firms in China are grappling with an unprecedented web of challenges, a business group said Thursday, as economic woes and geopolitical tensions drag optimism and profitability to all-time lows

September 7, 2024
September 7, 2024

US Fed official says expects series of rate cuts

With inflation easing and the labor market cooling, it will likely be appropriate for the US Federal Reserve to make a series of interest rate cuts in the coming months, a senior official said Friday