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Thousands of nurses go on strike in New York City
Nurses were joined by elected leaders, including the city’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, as contract negotiations failed.
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Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25 percent tariff
The US president has threatened Iran with military strikes amid widespread antigovernment protests there.
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Republican lawmakers break from US president on Fed chair indictment
Former fed chairs called the indictment an 'unprecedented attempt' to undermine the independence of the US central bank.
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US Fed Chair Powell says he’s under investigation, will not bow to Trump
Head of US central bank condemns 'intimidation' amid fears for independence of monetary policy.
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Iran’s Pezeshkian vows action on economy, warns against ‘rioters’
Iran's president accuses the US and Israel of fuelling unrest, urges public to prevent 'rioters' from wreaking havoc.
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Business - Berlin households grapple with prolonged blackout as cold snap grips Europe
A severe cold snap has gripped Europe, causing deadly accidents and travel chaos. In the German capital Berlin, freezing temperatures have made the situation even worse for tens of thousands of households…
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Guinea puts economic hope in new iron-ore mine
Guinea’s Simandou mine is one of the largest iron ore reserves in the world. Inaugurated at the end of last year it could, if properly run make a huge difference to the country's economy. Our correspondents…
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Canada announces new methane emission standards for oil and gas sector
The new rules, which will take effect in 2028, aim to cut emissions by 75 percent by 2035.
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Trump’s approval rating drops to 39% amid economic concerns: US poll
Reuters/Ipsos survey suggests Americans are increasingly unhappy with Trump's handling of the economy.
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US unemployment hits highest level since 2021 as labour market cools
Unemployment rate rises to 4.6 percent as job cuts hit federal workers and manufacturing sector.
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Natural disasters hit global economy for $220bn in 2025: Swiss Re
LA wildfires caused $40bn in insured losses, making it the costliest ever disaster of its kind.
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Why are French farmers objecting to EU-Mercosur trade deal?
France wants stronger safeguards for farmers and is urging the EU to delay a vote on Mercosur, threatening imports.
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