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India’s March quarter GDP accelerates to 7.4%, defying annual trend
India's annual GDP growth slows to 6.5%, lowest in four years

NEW DELHI, India: India's economy hit a four-year low of 6.5 percent, lifted by an impressive fourth-quarter growth at 7.4 percent....

U.S. layoffs rise, profits fall as tariff concerns cloud outlook
Jobless claims surge as corporate profits slump in first quarter

WASHINGTON, D.C.: A sharp rise in jobless claims and a slump in corporate profits are adding fresh signs of strain in the U.S. economy,...

U.S. stocks make modest gains as tariffs uncertainty unsettle markets
Doubling of steel tariffs undermines Wall Street Monday

NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks rose Monday but gains were limited due to more tariffs uncertainty as the U.S. prepares to take on...

JetBlue to share JFK slots as United expands New York footprint
JetBlue and United team up to link bookings and loyalty perks

LONG ISLAND CITY/CHICAGO: JetBlue and United Airlines are teaming up to offer travelers more flexibility and rewards, announcing a...

Tourists shift from U.S. to Europe as spending surges
Europe set for 11% rise in tourist spending, WTTC report says

MADRID, Spain: Europe's tourism sector is poised for a strong 2025, with international visitor spending projected to grow by 11 percent...

Tough competition, weak economy hits European investments in China
European firms cut spending amid economic slowdown in China

BEIJING, China: European companies are spending less and cutting back on investment plans in China because the Chinese economy is slowing...

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AFP Helps Bust International Sextortion Ring After Teen Deaths
Global Sextortion Sting Nabs 22 in Nigeria, Including Suspects Linked to Aussie Teen's Suicide

SYDNEY, NSW, Australia - A major international operation targeting online sextortion has resulted in the arrest of 22 suspects in Nigeria,...

Central Bank gold buying cools in April, marking second straight month of slower growth
Central Bank gold buying cools in April, marking second straight month of slower growth

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Globally, central bank gold buying experienced a slowdown in April, according to the latest data from...

Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India
Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): After concluding their four-nation diplomatic tour, the Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shiv...

We dont need American solutions former South African president
We dont need American solutions  former South African president

Pretoria understands its own problems better and should not expect strangers in Washington to grasp its internal issues, Jacob Zuma...

Bill Gates to spend his fortune 'addressing challenges' in Africa
Bill Gates to spend his fortune 'addressing challenges' in Africa

The tech billionaire intends to invest over $200 billion by 2045, with initiatives focused on agriculture and expanding the use of...

Bill Gates to spend his fortune addressing challenges in Africa
Bill Gates to spend his fortune addressing challenges in Africa

The tech billionaire intends to invest over $200 billion by 2045, with initiatives focused on agriculture and expanding the use of...

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