UK lawmakers urge rejection of creditor bid for Thames Water
A UK parliamentary committee wants the government to reject a creditor rescue bid and temporarily nationalise Thames Water.
Economy
How US Pressure Shaped Japan's Yen Intervention and Fiscal Debate
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pressed Japan to rein in spending and raise rates before agreeing to a joint yen intervention in late July.
UK women still receive far smaller bonuses than men, payroll data shows
UK women received average annual bonuses of £3,062 against £5,442 for men, with the gap narrowing only slightly year on year.
Bank of Japan Poised to Lift Rates to 31-Year High as Fed Pressure Mounts
The Bank of Japan is set to raise its policy rate to 1.25% from 1%, a 31-year high, as it weighs inflation risks and pressure from the Fed's latest hike.
Saudi-Houthi Strikes Intensify as Yemenis Flee by Boat, Oil Routes Under Threat
Saudi Arabia and Houthis trade fresh strikes; Yemenis flee by boat; oil supply concerns mount as Trump hints at major decision on Iran.
PJM Asks Big Power Users to Cut Demand as Heat Strains Grid
PJM Interconnection urged large consumers across 13 states to reduce electricity use as high temperatures and generation outages squeezed supplies.
Sitharaman, Nepal's Wagle discuss flood recovery and economic ties in Delhi
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met Nepalese counterpart Swarnim Wagle in New Delhi to discuss flood recovery, reconstruction and bilateral economic cooperation.
UK's Healey to Push EU for Inclusion in 'Made in Europe' Plan
British finance minister John Healey will urge EU counterparts to ensure Britain is not left out of the bloc's planned 'Made in Europe' industrial policy.
North Carolina Residents Split Over Trump's 'Worth It' Gas Price Remark
North Carolinians gave mixed reactions to President Trump's claim that higher gas prices are a small price to pay for the war in Iran.
Trump to Host Xi in Washington as Trade Truce, Taiwan and Iran Top Agenda
Trump welcomes Xi on September 24 for talks spanning trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI and fentanyl, with a tariff truce set to lapse on November 10.
Uttar Pradesh 2027: The Litmus Test for BJP's Political Dominance
The BJP's dominance in Uttar Pradesh faces a critical test in 2027 after 2024 losses, youth protests, and governance failures eroded its once-unassailable position.
Maharashtra FDA Flags 2,800% Markup on Hospital Consumables, Urges NPPA Review
Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe has flagged markups of up to 2,800% on hospital consumables such as IV sets and asked the NPPA to consider price control.
Argentina's economy grows 2% in Q2, beating forecasts
Argentina's GDP rose 2.0% year-on-year in the second quarter, beating analyst expectations, as mining, agriculture and exports supported activity.
US Sanctions Bill Gives Ukraine New Leverage, but Enforcement Is the Test
The US House passed a long-sought sanctions package targeting Russian officials, banks and oil networks, handing Kyiv fresh leverage — but enforcement rests with the White House.
Unseasonable Heat Strains Power Grids Serving 100 Million Across North America
Power grids serving over 100 million North Americans are under strain as unseasonable heat drives demand while key equipment sits offline for maintenance.
Houthi Advance on Red Sea Coast Threatens Saudi Oil and Rattles Global Markets
Houthi forces have expanded along Yemen's Red Sea coast, disrupting shipping and threatening Saudi oil exports, as mediation efforts struggle to gain traction.
Senegal turns to domestic gas to curb electricity costs
Senegal plans to use more domestically produced natural gas to lower electricity generation costs and reduce its dependence on expensive imported fuels.
Karnataka quarry, crusher and M-Sand units to shut from September 18 over double royalty
Stone quarries, jelly crushers and M-Sand units across Karnataka will shut from September 18 to protest royalty collection at two stages, the state federation has said.
Karnataka adds 23 taluks to drought list, total now 124
Karnataka has declared 23 more taluks drought-hit, taking the state total to 124, with 110 classified as severely affected and 14 as moderate.
Italy Moves to Deploy Navy to Shield Shipping in Bab el-Mandeb
Italy's defence minister has ordered the navy to prepare measures to protect Italian merchant vessels as security risks rise in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.