Trump to visit China in early 2026; Xi expected in the U.S. later. Talks focus on trade, TikTok, and power optics—gestures may matter more than substance.
USDA cancels its 2025 hunger survey, citing flaws. Critics warn the move could obscure worsening food insecurity amid assistance cuts.
Trump imposes a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, igniting debate over protecting U.S. jobs versus risking innovation and competitiveness.
Trump urges UK to exploit North Sea’s oil/gas potential; estimates up to 7.5B barrels remain. Conflict sharpens between cheaper energy, regulatory hurdles, and climate goals
Trump plans to regain control of Bagram base in Afghanistan to counter China; Afghanistan’s Taliban rejects renewed U.S. military presence, citing sovereignty.
Russia asked the Orthodox Church to honor Charlie Kirk’s role in Christianity, raising debate on the mix of faith, culture, and political symbolism
South Korea’s Prime Minister Lee’s visit to Washington excluded tariff talks, with both sides prioritizing security and alliance issues over economic disputes.
EU eyes fast-track ban on Russian LNG in its 19th sanctions package, aiming to choke Moscow’s energy revenues while balancing member states’ reliance on winter supplies
When Trump advised the UK Prime Minister to use the military against immigration challenges, it reignited debates on sovereignty and humanitarian duty.
Kuwait’s Oil Minister expects higher global oil demand after the U.S. rate cut, pointing to Asia’s growing appetite
Flash floods hit Uttarakhand, submerging streets and shops; at least three feared trapped.
President Trump was welcomed by King Charles III at Windsor Castle, beginning his second official state visit to the UK. The ceremony highlights enduring U.S.-UK ties amid global challenges.
US and Orion plan a $5B critical minerals fund to secure rare earths, copper, and cobalt. The move aims to counter China’s dominance and strengthen U.S. supply.
US tariff haul hits \$31B in August — a record this year. A show of strength abroad, but also a hidden tax at home. Victory or burden? The answer lies in the trade deals ahead
Australia’s pension funds are preparing to double their hedging strategies, potentially covering as much as AUD$1 trillion in assets
Trump claims India will cut tariffs to zero, sparking debate. Analysts doubt it’s realistic, but the rhetoric pressures trade talks and signals deeper U.S.–India alignment.
Trump vows drug prices will drop 1500%—a mathematical impossibility. Real policy aims at 30–80% cuts via global price benchmarking.
An agreement has been finalized between the Trump administration and China to allow TikTok to continue operating in the United States, officials announced on Monday
The European Union’s latest proposal—to eliminate all tariffs on U.S. industrial goods—reads, on the surface, like a gesture of goodwill
XRP seen as key infrastructure ahead of ISO 20022 migration in Nov 2025, backed by Ripple’s global partners and real-time settlement efficiency.