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Yen Plunges to 40-Year Low, Concerns Rise About Inflation and Intervention

Yen Plunges to 40-Year Low, Concerns Rise About Inflation and Intervention

The Japanese yens exchange rate has fallen to its lowest level since December 1986 and is expected to continue depreciating against the US dollar.

Jul 1, 2026 21 views
China Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Imported Pea Starch from Canada

China Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Imported Pea Starch from Canada

The Chinese government has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imported pea starch originating from Canada, determining that it constitutes d...

Jul 1, 2026 29 views
Trump Blasts Gasoline Retailers Over High Gas Prices

Trump Blasts Gasoline Retailers Over High Gas Prices

U.S. President Trump criticized major gasoline retailers for not lowering oil prices due to high current prices.

Jul 1, 2026 20 views
Democrats Sue Trump Administration Over New Medicaid Regulations

Democrats Sue Trump Administration Over New Medicaid Regulations

Democrats in 25 US states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that new Medicaid regulations will d...

Jul 1, 2026 15 views
European Heatwave Exceeds Historical Records, Claims 1,000+ Lives

European Heatwave Exceeds Historical Records, Claims 1,000+ Lives

European countries are experiencing extreme heatwaves due to high temperatures, with France surpassing previous records on June 23rd and 24th. Excess ...

Jun 30, 2026 33 views
South Korea Plans to Lower Age for Criminal Responsibility

South Korea Plans to Lower Age for Criminal Responsibility

The South Korean government plans to lower the age of criminal responsibility for minors from 14 to 13 years old as part of efforts to address rising ...

Jun 30, 2026 15 views
Andy Burnham Emerges as Top Candidate to Succeed Sterling: Decentralization Plan for UK

Andy Burnham Emerges as Top Candidate to Succeed Sterling: Decentralization Plan for UK

Andy Burnham is set to become Britains next Prime Minister after resigning as Labour party leader, promising to introduce decentralization schemes to ...

Jun 30, 2026 23 views
French Funeral Homes Overwhelmed by Heatwave Deaths

French Funeral Homes Overwhelmed by Heatwave Deaths

Funeral homes in Paris are struggling with a shortage of space to store bodies due to heat waves, forcing families into difficult situations.

Jun 30, 2026 26 views
Mortgage Approvals Plummet as UK Consumer Sentiment Weakens

Mortgage Approvals Plummet as UK Consumer Sentiment Weakens

British lending institutions approved 56,205 mortgage loans in May, down from 66,034 in April and significantly lower than expected growth.

Jun 30, 2026 14 views
Shooting Tragedy Strikes World Cup Venue in San Jose

Shooting Tragedy Strikes World Cup Venue in San Jose

A shooting incident occurred at a popular entertainment venue in San Jose, California, resulting in one death and one serious injury, and is currently...

Jun 30, 2026 15 views
Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo Kills Over 360

Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo Kills Over 360

The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 1,274 confirmed Ebola cases with 360 deaths since a deadly outbreak in June.

Jun 30, 2026 24 views
Climate Scientist Leaves US for Hong Kong Amidst Research Funding Cuts and Political Turmoil

Climate Scientist Leaves US for Hong Kong Amidst Research Funding Cuts and Political Turmoil

Researchers are leaving the US due to cuts in funding and tightening political conditions. A climate scientist at the University of Pennsylvania has l...

Jun 29, 2026 12 views
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