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Zambia warns US visa bond will cause financial 'strain'

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The measure announced Tuesday, which also applies to nationals of Malawi, takes effect on August 20 as part of a one-year pilot project aimed at reducing visa overstays ...

Nvidia to pay US 15% of AI chip sales to China: reports

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday and agreed to give the federal government the cut from its revenues, a ...

Average US tariffs top 20%, back to 1910s levels: WTO and IMF

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US tariffs have surged to an average of 20. 1%, the highest since the early 1910s, following new duties that took effect recently. This significant increase, as ...

Accumulating bitcoin a risky digital rush by companies?

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Tesla has previously accepted payments in bitcoin, while Trump Media soon plans to offer crypto investment products.

Solid gold, royal missives and Nobel noms: how to win Trump over

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The Republican billionaire president is known for loving all that glitters -- as evidenced by the gilded revamp of his office -- and also loves seeing his name in ...

Indonesia cracks down on pirate protest flag

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The Jolly Roger skull and bones with a straw hat -- from Japanese anime series "One Piece" -- has been fluttering from a rising number of trucks, cars and homes. ...

Trump announces 100% chip tariff, pressuring Asian producers

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Donald Trump has announced a controversial 100% tariff on semiconductors from firms that do not invest in the United States, triggering significant volatility in ...

Apple to hike investment in US to $600bn over four years

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Apple's commitment to invest an additional $100 billion in the US brings its total pledge to $600 billion over four years, a move that could reshape the tech landscape ...

Brazil vows to fight Trump tariff 'injustice'

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Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said the tariffs announced Wednesday were "more favorable" than expected, with several key export products exempted.

Puppet ban in Indonesian capital threatens buskers

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Performances featuring the puppets -- originally used by Jakarta's Betawi people to ward off evil spirits -- will be allowed only at set events.

US tech titan earnings rise on AI as economy roils

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Tech giants Amazon, Apple, Meta and Microsoft this week eclipsed earnings expectations, cashing in on artificial intelligence (AI) while navigating economic waters ...

Nintendo quarterly revenue surges thanks to Switch 2

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Pent-up demand for the new gadget from the "Super Mario" gamemaker fuelled fan excitement at the release, which saw sold-out pre-orders and midnight store openings. ...

Trump signs order to impose higher tariffs on dozens of economies

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The order set out tariffs on imports that ranged as high as 41 percent on Syria, alongside various levels reflecting trade deals struck between Washington and major ...

SA farmers on the frontline of US tariff hikes

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More than 70 percent of arable land is still in the hands of the white minority decades after the end of apartheid, according to the latest figures from 2017, and ...

Trump says tariffs are making US 'great and rich' again

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Trump also announced crippling 50 percent tariffs on Brazil and a 25 percent levy on Indian exports, while warning Canada it would face trade repercussions for planning ...

US Fed holds firm against Trump pressure as divisions emerge

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In announcing its decision Wednesday, the Fed cited a moderation in economic activity in the first half of the year and "solid" labor market conditions.

Jeep owner Stellantis says it has turned corner

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Despite facing a €1. 5 billion hit from US tariffs, Stellantis, the owner of Jeep, forecasts a rebound in sales and profitability in the second half of the year

Barclays bank profit jumps on US tariffs volatility

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Discover how Barclays bank capitalised on market volatility driven by US tariffs, reporting a remarkable 34% profit increase in the second quarter.

Small businesses warn of Trump tariff impact on toy industry at Comic-Con

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Toy companies have been fretting about the impact of Trump's global tariff blitz on the industry, particularly when it comes to China.

Cognac maker Remy Cointreau lifts guidance after China deal

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A major reason behind the improvement is the agreement earlier this month by European brandy exporters to raise prices in China to avoid anti-dumping duties, ending ...

New cryptocurrency may be aiding Russia to dodge sanctions

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Multiple rounds of international sanctions have been imposed on Moscow since its February 2022 invasion of Ukraine seeking to ramp up economic pressure to halt the ...

Nestle struggles amid weak China market

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Nestle's net profit falls sharply as the Swiss food giant grapples with sluggish consumer spending in China, raising concerns about its future growth. Discover how ...

Who makes laundry smell nice? Meet the professional 'noses'

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These busy heroes of the world of smells and aromas shape the connection millions of consumers have with everyday items.

The Pacific island nation that wants to mine the ocean floor

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Fringed by sparkling lagoons and palm-shaded beaches, Pacific nation the Cook Islands has opened its vast ocean territory for mining exploration.

Trump announces 'massive' Japan trade deal

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In an attempt to slash his country's colossal trade deficit, the US president has vowed to hit dozens of countries with punitive "reciprocal" tariffs if they do ...