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How Trump’s political and business interests will intersect in the White House
As he assumes the presidency for a second time, Donald Trump brings with him a broad expanse of business relationships and financial entanglements — and […]
China’s economy expands 5% in 2024, hitting target helped by strong exports, stimulus measures
HONG KONG — China’s economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, slower than the year before but in line with Beijing’s target of […]
Surprise fall in retail sales in December, ONS figures show | Money News
There has been a surprise contraction in retail sales in December, despite the month being key for many retailers due to Christmas shopping, official figures […]
Labor Department puts spotlight on child labor in slaughterhouses with 3 settlements this week
OMAHA, Neb. — The problem of kids working in dangerous slaughterhouses continues to be a concern as the Labor Department announced its third agreement this […]
China’s population falls for a third straight year, posing challenges for its government and economy
TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s population fell last year for the third straight year, its government said Friday, pointing to further demographic challenges for the world’s […]
China’s Population Declines for 3rd Straight Year
To get its citizens to have more children and stop its population from shrinking, China has tried it all, even declaring having babies an act […]
China Says Economy Grew 5% Last Year, Driven by Exports
The economic scars of China’s real estate crash are evident at the country’s many street markets for construction materials. Proprietors of once-bustling shops that sell […]
Russia sanctions: Fears over UK enforcement by HMRC | Money News
Fears have been raised over the robustness of Britain’s trade sanctions against Russia after the main government department enforcing the rules admitted it has no […]
Justin Baldoni Sues Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds for Defamation
The actor Justin Baldoni filed a defamation lawsuit against the Hollywood stars Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds on Thursday, claiming that they tried to destroy […]