Privatized Britain’s Debt Load Is Now a Major Government Problem
For decades since they were privatized, the UK’s public service providers have favored inflation-linked bonds as a cheap
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Saudi Oil Cuts Throw Last Year’s Standout Economy Into Slow Lane
Saudi Arabia’s decision to extend its oil production cuts — part of a so far largely unsuccessful bid
1970-01-01 08:00
Elton John farewell tour ends after years of 'pure joy'
The music superstar delights a Stockholm audience after a mammoth global farewell tour.
1970-01-01 08:00
China’s Flood of Plastic, Yellen Departs: Sunday Asia Briefing
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen completed her task in Beijing today, potentially adding a small measure of relief
1970-01-01 08:00
Winning numbers have been drawn for Saturday's $615 million Powerball jackpot -- the 10th largest prize in history
The winning numbers have been drawn for the massive Powerball jackpot Saturday and one lucky person could nab $615 million -- the 10th largest Powerball prize in history.
1970-01-01 08:00
Chinese authorities swoop on restaurant that challenged customers to eat 108 dumplings
A restaurant in China that challenged its customers to eat more than 100 dumplings in return for a free meal has fallen foul of authorities, who are investigating whether it has violated the country's anti-food waste law.
1970-01-01 08:00
Protests across Israel ahead of vote on judicial overhaul bill vote
Large crowds of protesters across Israel have come out in the 27th consecutive week of demonstrations against the government's judicial overhaul plans.
1970-01-01 08:00
The world is big enough for US and China, Yellen says as she concludes Beijing trip
The world is big enough for both the United States and China to thrive, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Sunday as she wrapped up a visit to Beijing aimed at stablizing the relationship between the world's two largest economies.
1970-01-01 08:00
Everything you need to know about the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament
The NBA In-Season Tournament was confirmed for the 2023-24 season. Here is everything you need to know about it, including the format and dates for the tournament.The 2022-23 NBA season concluded, with the Denver Nuggets standing as the reigning champions. Free agency began on June 30, and plent...
1970-01-01 08:00
Giessen Eritrea festival clashes leave 26 police officers injured
Police clash with stone-throwing protesters as Eritrean tensions flare up in a central German town.
1970-01-01 08:00
BBC looking into allegations of presenter's sexual misconduct
The BBC has confirmed it is looking into allegations of sexual misconduct by one of its presenters.
1970-01-01 08:00
Delhi's earliest crimes revealed by 1800s police records
The year is 1861. Mughal rule has just ended, Delhi is in ferment and decline - then a bed gets stolen.
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