Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, but two officials dissented in favor of a rate hike

The US central bank was widely expected to hold rates steady after increasing borrowing costs last month for the first time ...

It can be lonely at the top. And that’s just how China’s leader likes it

Last week Beijing’s deputy mayor was meeting with Walmart CEO John Furner and encouraging American companies to invest in ...
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Midterm ad spending surpasses 2024 election to set new record

• Expensive election: This midterm cycle has set a new record for ad spending, according to tracking service AdImpact, with $11.21 billion spent on ads so far. • Texas in focus: Early voting turnout ...
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Police and protesters clash in France as water cannon deployed in Paris

• Fresh protests: Police have clashed with protesters in France as demonstrations sweep the country, with tear gas and water cannon deployed in several cities and at least 135 people detained.