UN World Social Report 2026 Warns That Billions Risk Being Left Behind by Global Transformations
The UN World Social Report 2026 argues that social inclusion must be built into economic, digital and green transitions, warning…
Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rate to 31-Year High
The Bank of Japan has increased its policy rate to 1.25 percent as it continues to move away from decades…
Ghana Limits Fuel Exports to Burkina Faso and Mali to Protect Domestic Supply
Ghana’s state fuel distributor has reduced exports to neighboring Burkina Faso and Mali amid tight supplies and stronger local diesel…
US Payment Eases UN Budget Pressure but Leaves Major Arrears
A new U.S. payment has reduced immediate pressure on the United Nations budget while leaving a substantial balance unresolved.
Global Food Prices Climb to Highest Level Since 2022
The FAO food-price index rose sharply in August as extreme weather, conflict and shipping disruption placed renewed pressure on essential…
US National Debt Surpasses Record $40 Trillion
WASHINGTON — The United States national debt crossed a record $40 trillion on Wednesday, a milestone reached just five months…
How Europe Regulated Itself Into American Vassalage
The road to economic serfdom — and the limits of trying to legislate your way to sovereignty By Staff Correspondent…
Diageo Unveils $1 Billion Cost-Cutting Plan as New CEO Seeks to Revive Global Drinks Giant
London, August 6, 2026 — Global beverage giant Diageo has announced an ambitious $1 billion cost-saving programme aimed at restoring…
Treasury seeks to kick-start economy with £9bn-a-year borrowing bonanza
Ministers hope to exploit a change in the fiscal rules to spend billions more a year on housing, infrastructure and…
FAA Clears Boeing 737 Max 7 for Flight Following Years of Regulatory Delays
SEATTLE / WASHINGTON — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially certified the Boeing 737 Max 7—the smallest variant in…