Japanese retail group Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd. is nearing an agreement to invest in Polish convenience store operator Zabka Group SA, according to a report by Japan’s Nikkei business daily. The potential transaction would mark a significant move by Seven & i into one of Europe’s fastest-growing convenience retail markets.......
Australia is set to strengthen regulatory oversight of the country's largest accounting firms after a series of governance controversies raised concerns about ethics, transparency and public confidence in the auditing profession. The federal government announced new measures aimed at increasing accountability across the audit sector,......
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has described as “unacceptable” the reported death of an engineer working at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, warning that the incident represents a serious threat to nuclear safety amid the ongoing war. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi condemned what he......
Chad will abolish entry visa requirements for all African citizens from January 1, 2027, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno announced on Wednesday, presenting the decision as a step toward greater continental integration and freedom of movement across Africa. Speaking at the opening of the African Water Forum in N'Djamena, the......
HSBC has upgraded its outlook on Indian equities to "Neutral" from "Underweight", citing improving macroeconomic conditions driven by lower crude oil prices and renewed foreign investor participation. The brokerage also raised its year-end 2026 target for the BSE Sensex to 84,000, reflecting increased confidence in the......
Removable smartphone batteries were once a standard feature, allowing users to replace a depleted battery within seconds. Today, however, nearly all modern smartphones come with sealed batteries, reflecting years of design changes driven by performance, durability, and consumer demand. Manufacturers gradually abandoned removable batteries......
The United States has introduced new travel restrictions for individuals arriving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as health authorities seek to reduce the risk of Ebola entering the country amid an ongoing outbreak. Under the new measures, travelers who have recently been in the DRC face additional entry requirements, while......
International human rights organizations have called on Thailand to refrain from deporting Chinese journalist Bai Zhaodong, warning that his return to China could expose him to political persecution and the risk of torture. The appeal adds to growing international scrutiny over the treatment of journalists and dissidents seeking protection......
India’s Shapoorji Pallonji Group has raised $650 million through its first-ever dollar-denominated debt issuance, marking a significant step in the conglomerate’s efforts to access global capital markets, according to sources familiar with the transaction. The fundraising represents the dollar portion of a broader dual-currency......
Asian equity markets came under heavy selling pressure on Thursday as growing investor concerns over the profitability of artificial intelligence investments triggered a sharp decline in technology shares, sending benchmark indices in Tokyo and Seoul significantly lower. The sell-off was led by semiconductor companies, underscoring the market's......
Morocco’s aviation sector continued its strong momentum during the first half of 2026, with the country's airports handling nearly 19 million passengers, reflecting sustained growth in both international and domestic air travel. According to data released by the National Airports Office (ONDA), Moroccan airports welcomed approximately......
The United States has announced new tariffs of 25% on selected imports from Brazil, marking a significant escalation in bilateral trade tensions and prompting an immediate response from Brasília, which has pledged retaliatory action. The new duties are scheduled to take effect on July 22, giving U.S. customs authorities time to implement......
Morocco international Brahim Díaz has expressed his gratitude to supporters following the Atlas Lions' elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, promising that the team's journey is far from over. In a message shared on his official social media accounts, Díaz thanked Moroccan fans for their unwavering support throughout......
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