US electricity demand to hit fresh records in 2026, 2027 on AI boom
US power use is projected to set new highs in 2026 and 2027, driven by AI data centres and electrification, with renewables' share rising to 27%.
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Trade fragmentation pushes firms toward Global South supply chains
Disrupted global trade is prompting businesses to diversify supply chains toward the Global South, says Standard Chartered's Benjamin Hung.
Amazon Cargo Jet Overshoots Miami Runway, Killing Five on Ground
An Amazon cargo jet overshot a Miami runway, killing five and injuring two. Investigators are probing the cause.
Norway Says Final Farewell to King Harald V as Nation Falls Silent
Norway bid farewell to King Harald V with a grand funeral procession, a minute of silence, and a 21-gun salute in Oslo.
Senegal's Eurobond Holders Unite, Appoint Legal Counsel Ahead of Debt Rework
Senegal's sovereign bondholders have formed a creditor committee and appointed White & Case as legal adviser ahead of a planned debt restructuring.
Israel opens first embassy in Slovenia as new government shifts policy
Israel opened its first embassy in Slovenia on Wednesday, signaling a policy reversal under PM Jansa, while pro-Palestinian protests and EU tensions over settlements continue.
Study: Small Bets Can Sway US Election Prediction Markets
A new study says small wagers can shift US election prediction market odds, raising integrity concerns; platforms push back.
Paris Space Summit Opens With Focus on European Autonomy
Two-day Paris summit gathers 120 countries to boost European space industry and forge new partnerships
US Court Keeps Tate Brothers in Custody Pending UK Extradition
A US judge has denied bail for Andrew and Tristan Tate, who remain jailed while contesting extradition to the UK on rape and trafficking charges.
Sánchez Defends Handling of Ceuta Border Crisis, Admits Gaps in Preparedness
Pedro Sánchez defends Spain's response to the Ceuta migrant crisis, acknowledging need for better preparation and infrastructure.
Canadian Dollar Slips as US Tariffs Counter Oil Price Gains
Canada's dollar fell against the greenback as new US tariffs on Canadian goods offset support from higher oil prices.
US Republicans escalate criticism of Ford's China business links
Republican lawmakers have joined criticism of Ford Motor's business dealings with Chinese firms, backing Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's concerns.
Eurozone bond yields scale new peaks as ECB decision looms
Eurozone bond yields hit multi-year highs ahead of the ECB's Thursday meeting, with markets pricing in further rate hikes through 2026.
IAEA Board Reports Iran to UN Security Council in Rare Move
IAEA's 35-nation board voted to report Iran to the UN Security Council for breaching non-proliferation obligations, a first in 20 years.
Norway Bids Farewell to King Harald V at Akershus Fortress Burial
King Harald V was buried at Akershus Fortress chapel in Oslo, with European royals and public mourning.
US States Sue Trump Administration Over Endangered Species Act Rollbacks
US states filed two lawsuits Wednesday challenging Trump administration changes to the Endangered Species Act.
Chile unveils capital markets bill to draw investment into junior mining
Chile's government has proposed a capital markets reform to boost junior mining exploration through simplified listing rules and tax incentives.
Rajnath Singh Meets Sri Lankan PM, Stresses Shared Development Vision
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya in Colombo, focusing on development cooperation and people-to-people ties.
Kremlin Vows Response to Hungary's Expulsion of Russian Diplomats
Russia will respond to Hungary's expulsion of 10 diplomats, warning of damage to bilateral relations.
IAEA Board Reports Iran to UN Security Council for First Time in Two Decades
The IAEA's board voted to report Iran to the UN Security Council for non-cooperation, a rare step not taken in 20 years.