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Russian Butter Squeeze Highlights Growing Economic Toll From War

The price of butter has risen sharply in Russia. This comes as a result of Moscow's struggles to establish alternative supply lines to offset its wartime isolation from the west.

Volcanic Eruption in Indonesia Kills 10

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in Eastern Indonesia erupted near midnight on Sunday, killing at least 10 people. The volcano which is located on Flores island, spewed explosive plumes of lava, leading authorities to evacuate several nearby villages on Monday.

S&P Gives a Thumbs-Up to Turkiye's Economy

The S&P global ratings gave a thumbs-up to Turkiye's economy. The ratings agency raised Turkiye's credit rating for the second time this year. S&P cited strong forex reserve building, disinflation, and a reduction in the current account deficit for is upgrade.

India's Land is Slowly Slipping Beneath Tibet | Scientists Warn of a Mega Earthquake

Scientists note that the Indian landmass has been shrinking as it slips under the Tibetan tectonic plate at the rate of 5 to 6 centimetres per year. Indian landmass is subducting or slipping under the Tibetan of the Asian landmass mainly comprising the geographical area of China. Watch this video to find out more.

China Risks Remain Despite Manufacturing Crown

As 2024 draws to a close, the Chinese government may now say "Mission accomplished" on the made in China 2025 initiative, which has been in the works for over a decade.

'I was framed,' says RG Kar case prime accused Sanjay Roy; trial to begin on Nov 11

The prime accused in the Kolkata R G Kar Medical College rape and murder case, Sanjay Roy, claimed outside the court that he is innocent and is being framed by the government.

US Election 2024: Trump and Harris Make Final Appeals to Voters in Key Battleground States

The United States is just days away from its presidential election, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump focusing their campaigns on crucial swing states, where every vote matters. Watch this report for more details!

US Election Outcome Key to Global Trade Policies

The result of the US Election will shape international trade for the next four years. So, it's safe to say that businesses are holding their collective breath. At the moment, US Election jitters are stoking uncertainty in global trade.

Pakistan: Lahore Chokes On Self Generated Poison

#Gravitas Lahore is choking its air quality index or AQI has reached levels that are unprecedented. Lahore’s AQI on Saturday afternoon stood at 1900. That has sent shockwaves around the world and left Lahore's 13 million residents choking on what many experts are calling nothing less than poison.

Tech Earnings Fail to Keep Ai Frenzy Going

Last week, revenues and earnings for microsoft,apple, alphabet, amazon, and meta platforms exceeded analyst estimates. However, the results were insufficient to warrant the high multiples these companies have in comparison to the broader market.

US Deploys B-52s Near West Asia, Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

#Gravitas One of the oldest, most iconic, and still-deadly aircraft in the American arsenal the B-52 has reportedly been deployed near West Asia in an undisclosed military base. Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran.

US Election & Fed Dominate the Calendar

For markets bolstered by dovish central banks, expanding economies and receding inflation, the news as November begins is how vulnerable they've become. Long-standing pillars of strength are showing cracks. Take a look at this report to understand the 'oohs and ahhs' of this week's electoral and fiscal fireworks...

Spain's King Visited a Suburb In Valencia Badly Hit by Floods

A crowd of enraged locals hurled clots of mud left by storm-spawned flooding at the Spanish royal couple, during their first visit to the epicenter of their nation's deadliest natural disaster in living memory. Spanish fury has been unleashed against a state that appears overwhelmed and unable to meet the needs of people used to living under an effective government.

Gold Soars In A Rush To Safe-Haven Assets

With the U.S. Election turning out to be one of the most tightly contested in recent history, gold prices soared to new heights last week, putting them on track for their greatest year since 1979.

Ford pauses F-150 Lightning production for six weeks in production restructuring

Ford Motor Company has announced a six-week production halt for its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. The Dearborn-based automaker stated that the production stoppage will run from November 18 to January 6, with its U.

China urges France to help broker compromise on EV trade dispute with EU

In a heated trade dispute between China and the European Union, China has called on France to take an "active role" in nudging the EU towards a palatable solution for the electric vehicle (EV) industry on both sides.

Indian Forces Used a Unique Weapon to Eliminate Lashkar Commander in J&K Anti-terror Ops

Indian forces successfully carried out an anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir by eliminating a high-profile terrorist commander not only by strategic planning but also by tactical ingenuity. Watch this video to find out the secret weapon.

Investors From Stocks To Crypto Brace For U.S. Election Volatility

The U.S. Election day is almost here, and investors from stocks to cryptos are bracing for extreme volatility. Investors are expected to watch the vote margins and tweak their bets through the election night.

VW announces cost-cutting measures to address decades of structural challenges

In an interview with the German newspaper Bild am Sonntag, Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume acknowledged that the company's planned cost-cutting program is unavoidable in order to address the "decades of structural problems" that have long plagued the German automaker.