AI boom drives record sales at Dutch tech giant ASML
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China heads for record trade surplus as exports surge
China's exports soared in September, official data showed Wednesday, putting it on course for a record annual trade surplus -- and likely more friction with the European Union and the United States.
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IMF chief says Saudi attacks could have negative spillover 'everywhere'
International Monetary Fund head Kristalina Georgieva said Wednesday that recent attacks on Saudi Arabia could impact people "everywhere", as conflict in the energy-rich region adds to wide-ranging economic concerns.
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Israel's Netanyahu arrives in Hungary, defying ICC warrant
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Budapest early Thursday on his first trip to Europe since 2023 and in defiance of the International Criminal Court (ICC)'s arrest warrant against him.
Shiny and deadly, unexploded munitions a threat to Gaza children
War has left Gaza littered with unexploded bombs that will take years to clear, with children drawn to metal casings maimed or even killed when they try to pick them up, a demining expert said.
Stocks tank, havens rally as Trump tariffs fan trade war
Equity markets suffered a bloodbath Thursday after Donald Trump delivered a "haymaker" blow with sweeping tariffs against US partners and rivals, fanning a global trade war that many fear will spark recessions and ramp up inflation.
Altomare hangs on to tie defending champ Korda at LPGA Match Play
Nelly Korda's LPGA Match Play title defense got off to a sluggish start Wednesday as Brittany Altomare rallied from 2-down to tie the world number one on the opening day at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Paraguay gold rush leaves tea producers bitter
In a small town in Paraguay, a showdown is brewing between traditional producers of yerba mate, a bitter herbal tea popular across South America, and miners of a shinier treasure: gold.
Health concerns swirl as Bolivian city drowns in rubbish
Health officials in Bolivia's fourth-biggest city raised disease concerns Wednesday as tons of rubbish have accumulated on the streets due to a 12-day-old protest by residents blocking access to its main landfill.
Syria says deadly Israeli strikes a 'blatant violation'
Syria on Thursday condemned deadly Israeli strikes across the country as a "flagrant violation" of its sovereignty, after Israel said it struck "military capabilities".
Financial markets tumble after Trump tariff announcement
Global financial markets were rocked on Wednesday by Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs, targeting China and the European Union in particular, with the risk of undermining the international economy.
Starbucks faces new hot spill lawsuits weeks after $50mn ruling
Starbucks was facing two new lawsuits over spilled hot drinks Wednesday, just weeks after a court ordered the coffee giant to pay $50 million to a man who was injured by a cup of tea.
Europe riled, but plans cool-headed response to Trump's tariffs
European politicians and a German industry group criticised US tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, but said they were aiming for a cool-headed response.
'Shenmue' voted most influential video game ever in UK poll
The 1999 action game "Shenmue" was on Thursday named the most influential video game of all time following a survey organised by BAFTA, the British association that honours films, television, and video games.
New coal capacity hit 20-year low in 2024: report
The world added the smallest amount of new coal capacity in two decades last year, a report said Thursday, but use of the fossil fuel is still surging in China and India.
Revealed: Why monkeys are better at yodelling than humans
Yodellers of the world, you never stood a chance: Monkeys will always be better at yodelling than humans because they have a "cheap trick" hidden in their voice box, scientists revealed Thursday.
AI, Sustainability and the Future of Distribution Highlighted at GTDC Summit EMEA
MADRID, ES / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / The rapid rate of change in the technology community and evolving and increasing role of ICT distribution were critical topics of conversation at the 14th annual GTDC Summit EMEA conference, hosted by the Global Technology Distribution Council. Speakers highlighted the latest industry and economic shifts and new research on the value of channel orchestration at this year's event and delved into a number of other notable topics impacting the IT ecosystem.
Karbon-X Corp. Announces Graduation to the OTCQX Market
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQX:KARX) ("Karbon-X" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its common shares are now trading on the OTCQX® Best Market under the ticker symbol "KARX". This represents an upgrade from the OTCQB® Venture Market and marks a key milestone in the Company's continued growth.
Sama Introduces Data Automation Platform to Combine Best-of AI Capabilities with Human-in-the-Loop Validation
Early implementations of automation combined with targeted human judgement has resulted in a 40% reduction in annotation time requirements
Key details on Trump's market-shaking tariffs
After weeks of anticipation, US President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping new tariffs on trading partners Wednesday, calling it a "declaration of economic independence."
'A little tough love': Top quotes from Trump tariff talk
US President Donald Trump unveiled his "Liberation Day" tariffs on Wednesday, sending fears of a trade war ricocheting around the world.
US business groups voice dismay at Trump's new tariffs
President Donald Trump's sweeping tariff announcement on Wednesday was widely panned by US business lobbying groups, who voiced concern about the impact of the new duties on their operations.
Grealish dedicates Man City goal to late brother
Manchester City star Jack Grealish dedicated his long-awaited goal in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Leicester to his late brother.
US tariffs take aim everywhere, including uninhabited islands
The world's remotest corners couldn't hide from US President Donald Trump's global tariffs onslaught Wednesday -- even the uninhabited Heard and McDonald Islands.
Trump sparks trade war with sweeping global tariffs
US President Donald Trump ignited a potentially ruinous trade war Wednesday as he slapped sweeping 10 percent tariffs on imports from around the world and harsh additional levies on key trading partners.
Israeli strikes hit Damascus, central Syria; monitor says 4 dead
Syrian state media said Israel struck near a defence research centre in Damascus and hit central Syria on Wednesday, as Israel said it struck "military" capabilities and a monitor reported four dead.
Slot 'hates' offside rule that gave Liverpool win over Everton
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said he does not agree with the offside rule that meant Diogo Jota's goal stood to beat Everton 1-0 on Wednesday, but that the right decision was made.
US stocks end up, but volatility ahead after latest Trump tariffs
Wall Street stocks finished higher Wednesday following a volatile session ahead of US President Donald Trump's latest tariff announcements, while European stocks ended the day lower.
Barca oust Atletico to set up Clasico Copa del Rey final
Barcelona will face rivals Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final after Ferran Torres secured them a 1-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, progressing 5-4 on aggregate from the semi-final tie.
Mourinho grabs Galatasaray coach's face after losing Istanbul derby
Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho grabbed the face of his opposite number at fierce local rivals Galatasaray after a 2-1 defeat on Wednesday in the Turkish Cup quarter-finals.
Grealish strikes early as Man City move up to fourth in Premier League
Jack Grealish ended his long wait for a Premier League goal as a Manchester City side missing Erling Haaland beat struggling Leicester 2-0 on Wednesday to go fourth in the table.
Reims edge out fourth-tier Cannes to set up PSG French Cup final
Reims clung on for a 2-1 victory at fourth-division Cannes on Wednesday to set up a French Cup final meeting with holders Paris Saint-Germain in May.
Liverpool beat Everton as title looms, Man City win without Haaland
Liverpool moved closer to the Premier League title with a 1-0 win in the Merseyside derby against Everton on Wednesday, while Manchester City beat Leicester 2-0 to bolster their bid to reach the Champions League.
Jota wins bad-tempered derby as Liverpool move 12 points clear
Liverpool restored their 12-point lead at the top of the Premier League after Diogo Jota's strike won a feisty Merseyside derby 1-0 over Everton on Wednesday.
Inter and Milan level in derby Italian Cup semi
Inter Milan and AC Milan's Italian Cup semi-final was left finely balanced on Wednesday after the two giants of Italian football played out a 1-1 draw at the San Siro.