Trump’s Iran Strike Strains China’s Economy
TOKYO — Donald Trump’s military strike on Iran has intensified geopolitical strains in ways that directly affect China’s economic interests.
Economy
Malaysia Airlines: London and Paris Flights Operating as Scheduled
Kuala Lumpur, March 2 — Malaysia Airlines confirmed on Monday that its services to London and Paris are operating as scheduled despite wider airline disruptions tied to rising tensions in West Asia. In a statement...
Trump’s Iran Strike Pressures China’s Economy
TOKYO — Donald Trump’s recent military escalation against Iran is forcing Beijing to confront difficult economic and political trade-offs, raising questions about whether Washington is intentionally putting pressure on...
Airlines Cancel Flights After US and Israeli Strikes on Iran
Major carriers cancelled and rerouted flights across the Middle East on Saturday after the United States and Israel carried out strikes on Iran, heightening regional tensions and disrupting air traffic.
Paramount Moves Ahead After Netflix Withdraws Warner Offer
Netflix has walked away from its bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming assets, leaving the path open for Paramount — now controlled by Skydance — to pursue a full takeover of Warner.
Block Cuts 4,000 Jobs as It Reorganizes Around AI
Block, the fintech company behind Square, Cash App and Afterpay, is cutting more than 4,000 positions — roughly 40% of its workforce — as it restructures around artificial intelligence. The reductions will reduce...
Brazil Poised for Record 2026 Coffee Harvest
Brazil’s coffee output is forecast to reach a record 66.2 million 60-kilogram bags in 2026, the National Supply Company (Conab) said in its first official crop outlook for the year. That estimate would be 17.1% higher...
Bharat Taxi Launches: Driver-Owned Alternative to Ola, Uber
Bharat Taxi debuts today, introducing a cooperative ride-hailing model meant to compete with established players such as Uber, Ola, and Rapido. The platform’s official launch is set for February 5, 2026, in New Delhi...
Bajaj Finance Personal Loan Eligibility Guide
Unexpected expenses — medical bills, urgent repairs, or last-minute travel — can strain your finances. A personal loan gives quick, unsecured funds without collateral. Knowing eligibility criteria and required documents...
Shahrukhz: Shah Rukh Khan Unveils 55-Storey Dubai Tower
Danube Properties has unveiled Shahrukhz by Danube, a 55-storey premium commercial tower on Sheikh Zayed Road named after Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. The launch at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City South Halls...
Pakistan Faces Growing Revenue Shortfall Amid Tax Reform Calls
Lahore, Pakistan — Pakistan is missing its revenue targets for the current fiscal year, exposing persistent weaknesses in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the country’s broader tax framework. Early first-quarter...
German Envoy Hails India's 8.2% Q2 GDP Surge
In New Delhi, German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann described India’s 8.2 percent real GDP growth in the July–September quarter of 2025–26 as “very impressive,” saying the strong upward trend makes India an...