
Removing Zeros : Iran’s Monetary Journey
Iran’s parliament has approved removing four zeros from the the rial, making one new rial equal to 10,000 old ones, as part of a broader monetary reform.

Iran’s parliament has approved removing four zeros from the the rial, making one new rial equal to 10,000 old ones, as part of a broader monetary reform.

The European Commission plans a strategy to reduce reliance on U.S. and Chinese AI technologies by promoting domestic tools, open-source solutions, more funding and strengthening sectors.

Typhoon Matmo has prompted China to evacuate over 150,000 people from Guangdong province. The storm, with winds up to 151 kph, is expected to make landfall shortly, bringing heavy rain and disruption.

Lithuania’s Vilnius Airport briefly suspended operations after reports of balloons in its airspace; flights were halted or diverted, but service resumed early the next morning.

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will travel to Italy and Switzerland from October 7 to 12, engaging in bilateral meetings and strategic dialogues amid ongoing China-Europe dynamics.

Putin declares “Asia is the future; Russia can work with America, but Russia is done with Europe,” signaling a bold geopolitical pivot toward the East.

Searches for “second job” have surged to record highs, eclipsing peaks during 2008 and COVID, reflecting widening economic pressures and changing labor behavior.

After winning Best Actor, Cillian Murphy says major studios didn’t call — he was committed to smaller projects and wonders, “Maybe some day, or perhaps it’s too late.”

India resists full cryptocurrency regulation, citing fears of systemic risk and disruptions to its payments infrastructure.

U.S. officials are in talks to convert a $50M grant into an ~8% stake in Critical Metals’ Greenland rare earth mine, aiming to secure strategic mineral supply, but deal isn’t finalized.

BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda says interest rates will rise if Japan’s economy and inflation align with forecasts, emphasizing domestic data over global uncertainty.

FAA updates helicopter routes and zones at DCA, IAD, and BWI, enhancing safety after a fatal 2025 mid-air collision.

China has initiated investigations into Mexico's proposed tariff hikes and anti-dumping measures, expressing concerns over potential harm to Chinese enterprises and the broader trade environment.

Drone sightings forced Munich Airport to close, grounding flights and stranding thousands, highlighting airspace vulnerabilities and aviation safety challenges.

China offers massive U.S. investment incentives, seeking reduced tariffs and looser restrictions on Chinese deals while negotiations continue.

Russia signals it may resume nuclear testing if others do, with doctrine shifts and test-site activity raising global arms-control concerns.

Grand Duke Henri abdicates after 25 years, passing Luxembourg’s throne to his son Guillaume, who begins public celebrations of his reign.

Indonesia’s goalkeeper Emil Audero will miss World Cup qualifiers after injury, leaving the team without its star ahead of matches against Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

The IMF reports mixed global inflation: headline rates remain high in the UK, India, and Australia, while core inflation is elevated in the U.S.

Poland will sign an agreement to connect with NATO’s Central European Pipeline System, securing fuel access for allied operations.

Nigeria lost 16% of its oil output during a three-day Dangote refinery strike, underscoring vulnerabilities in its energy sector.

White House adviser Kevin Hassett warned that a prolonged government shutdown could hurt the economy, citing risks to growth and confidence.

Russia warned it would respond if the U.S. provides Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, underscoring risks of escalation in military aid debates.

A British woman who cleaned Parliament for 16 years was dismissed after it was discovered she secretly worked 17-hour days across two jobs.