Shanghai Tech Zone Boosts Security Ahead of Reported Xi Visit
Shanghai’s high-tech zone boosted security measures ahead of an expected visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping, even as
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Philippines Eyes Civilian Sail, More South China Sea Patrols
The Philippines has allowed civilians to sail in the South China Sea and is planning more joint patrols
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Iceland volcano – live: Almost 100 earthquakes strike in seismic swarm during eruption fears
Almost 100 earthquakes shook Iceland from midnight today, as the country remains apprehensive about an imminent eruption. The strongest earthquake with a magnitude of 3.35 hit Vatnafjoll in South Iceland this morning at 5.56am, report the Icelandic Met Office. Yesterday night a seismic swarm started around the dike intrusion just north of the evacuated town of Grindavik. The Icelandic Met Office continues to warn of the “persistent likelihood of an imminent eruption”. In its latest update, the forecaster said there were around 100 earthquakes on Monday, with a “swarm” near the town which lasted just over an hour before midnight. A fortnight ago, Grindavik was evacuated after magma-induced seismic activity tore vast chasms through the streets of the town. While hundreds of earthquakes are still hitting the surrounding area daily, “seismic activity continues to decrease”, said the Icelandic Met Office, adding: “The likelihood of an imminent volcanic eruption diminishes with time.” However, one civil protection official told theThe Independent “It is still dangerous here ... I have never seen anything like it before. Usually we will have a few minutes warning to get out, but with the weather like it is today, we have even less.” Read More What to do with Grindavík: Has Iceland’s #1 selfie spot just emerged out of the ground? Is it safe to travel to Iceland? Your rights if you have a holiday booked Every resident of an Icelandic town was evacuated due to a volcano. Daring rescuers went back to save the pets
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Taiwan Cuts 2023 Growth Outlook to Lowest Since Financial Crisis
Taiwan cut its growth forecast for this year to the slowest pace since the global financial crisis in
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UK Inflation More Home-Grown, Says BOE Deputy Governor
UK inflation is becoming more “home-grown” and will be “challenging to squeeze out of the system,” according to
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India Rescuers Break Through Collapsed Tunnel Rubble, PTI Says
Indian rescuers have completed drilling through the rubble in the collapsed tunnel in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand
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Kenya Abandons Eurobond Plan in Change of Funding Strategy
Kenya has dropped plans to tap international capital markets this fiscal year due to the high cost of
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Rolls-Royce Plans Higher Cash Flow as CEO Pushes Efficiency
Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc set ambitious medium-term targets of higher cash flow and return on capital as Chief Executive
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'It looks promising! Take That confirm Las Vegas residency talks
Take That star Gary Barlow has confirmed the 'Never Forget' hitmakers are in talks over a Las Vegas residency, admitting a deal "looks promising".
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Norway’s $1.5 Trillion Wealth Fund Recommends Adding Private Equity
Norway’s $1.5 trillion wealth fund recommended that private equity be added to its investment portfolio, reflecting a broader
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Sweden’s Property Owners Need to Cut Debt Further, Watchdog Says
Sweden’s heavily indebted commercial real estate owners remain vulnerable to rising borrowing costs, and may need to reduce
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One Corner of China’s Weak Market Is Seeing a $25 Billion Rally
Investors desperate for returns in China’s lackluster equities are scooping up some of the smallest and most volatile
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