US weekly jobless claims hit 1-1/2-year high; inflation subsiding
By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits jumped to a 1-1/2-year
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Slump in China bank loans raises more worries about recovery, adds pressure on central bank
By Qiaoyi Li and Kevin Yao BEIJING New Chinese bank loans tumbled far more sharply than expected in
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine war: Zelensky says Ukraine needs more time for offensive
Ukraine's president says in an interview his country would "lose a lot of people" if it attacks now.
1970-01-01 08:00
US annual inflation slows to below 5%, price pressures still strong
By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON The annual increase in U.S. consumer prices slowed to below 5% in April for
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria Benin Bronzes: Buhari declaration 'blindsides' museum officials
Nigeria's president says all Bronzes belong to the Oba of Benin throwing return deals into confusion.
1970-01-01 08:00
US small business optimism deteriorates in April, NFIB says
WASHINGTON U.S. small business confidence fell in April on worries about the near-term economic outlook and persistent worker
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China's shrinking imports, slower exports growth darken economic outlook
By Joe Cash BEIJING China's imports contracted sharply in April, while exports rose at a slower pace, reinforcing
1970-01-01 08:00
Joe Biden wants US airlines to pay stranded passengers
A proposal to compensate US airline passengers for delays and cancellations is announced by Joe Biden.
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