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United Kingdom October 23, 2023

Hamas terror chief exposed as living in London public housing project, funded by UK taxpayers: report

Hamas member Muhammad Qassem Sawalha was revealed to be living in a council home in a Jewish area of London, according to a new report out of the U.K.

Asia October 18, 2023

Singapore inspecting Credit Suisse, others in money laundering probe

The Monetary Authority of Singapore reportedly plans to inspect a local Credit Suisse unit over its handling of wealthy clients' money in a laundering scandal's wake

Asia October 13, 2023

Malaysia to introduce new taxes, slash subsidies in economic reform push

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday announced the implementation of several economic reforms, including new taxes and progressive cuts to state subsidies.

South America October 13, 2023

Prosecutor charges 'Argentine Trump' Javier Milei just days before election

An Argentine prosecutor has filed charges against libertarian presidential frontrunner Javier Milei just days before the country's Oct. 22 general election.

Africa October 10, 2023

IMF sees strong support for US-backed quota increase, discusses shareholding structure rebalance

The IMF announced Tuesday that it has received strong backing for a proposal, supported by the United States, to increase its lending resources without altering its ownership structure.

Hong Kong October 10, 2023

Hong Kong eyes stronger ties with Thailand to boost its economic growth in Southeast Asia

Thailand and Hong Kong have agreed to promote more business exchanges as Hong Kong seeks more economic opportunities in Southeast Asia.

United Kingdom October 6, 2023

Crime-fighting mom who led campaign against prolific bike thief shocked by judge's decision

A U.K. mom who took fighting crime into her own hands when her son's bike was stolen said she's "angry" with the "slap on the wrist" sentencing for the alleged thief.

World October 4, 2023

UNCTAD calls for global action to spur growth by reducing global inequality

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has issued its 2023 Trade and Development Report, urging global efforts to revive economic growth.

Europe October 4, 2023

Polish national bank slashes interest rates as inflation slows

Poland's national bank on Wednesday lowered its key interest rate, citing a continued inflation rate decline. While still high, it has dropped from the 18% rate seen earlier this year.

Europe October 4, 2023

2 Turkish men arrested in connection with fatal shooting of 6 Turks in Greece

Greek authorities announced on Wednesday that two Turkish individuals have been arrested under suspicion of being involved in the gangland shooting of six Turks in Greece.