The world is $365 trillion in debt, and the interest bill is climbing
Protests in Europe have highlighted debt squeeze, with France now paying more to borrow than Italy and Greece.

Protests in Europe have highlighted debt squeeze, with France now paying more to borrow than Italy and Greece.

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Elon Musk says SpaceX and Tesla are considering a merger that would form a $3.5 trillion mega company.

Israeli capital, water technology, and real estate are making Cyprus a strategic and economic extension of Israel.

Qatar says diplomatic efforts are ongoing to de-escalate regional tensions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising economic pain confronting US voters has not translated into a loss of faith among Trump’s most loyal supporters.
Reliance is central to Washington’s efforts to punish Russian energy buyers and contain oil prices amid the war on Iran.
France’s rising debt is unnerving investors, but countries such as the US and Japan owe even greater sums.
Riyadh postpones flagship investment conference until 2027, orders government staff to work from home.
US federal prosecutors allege the defendant was in frequent contact with unnamed member of royal family.
Chuck Schumer urges FCC to reject petition allowing AI robocalls ahead of key November midterm elections.
A judge also doubled the daily fine for noncompliance with a previous court order governing political content.