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China's Factory Inflation Accelerates While Consumer Demand Stays Weak
China's producer prices rose 5.7% from a year earlier in October, the fastest increase since mid-2022, as expensive oil lifted costs in mining, chemicals and other energy-intensive industries. Consumer inflation slowed to 0.7%.
US Adds 165,000 Jobs as Unemployment Falls to 4.1%
The US economy created 165,000 jobs in October, far above the 65,000 expected by economists, while unemployment edged down to 4.1%. Professional and business services led hiring, followed by healthcare, transport, warehousing and manufacturing.
Bank of England Raises Interest Rate to 4% as Energy Risks Intensify
The Bank of England increased Bank Rate by 0.25 percentage points to 4% in an 8-1 vote. UK inflation reached 3.5% in September and is projected to climb toward 5% by mid-2027 as higher global energy costs reach household and company bills.
Energy Costs Push OECD Inflation Up to 4.5%
Annual inflation across OECD economies rose to 4.5% in September from 4.3% in August, driven mainly by energy. Energy inflation reached 17.4%, while food inflation eased and underlying inflation remained broadly stable at 3.7%.
OPEC Says Oil Output Is Near Prewar Levels Despite Shipping Disruptions
OPEC reported that oil production has moved close to levels seen before the Iran war, led by a sharp recovery in Saudi output even as regional shipping disruptions continue. The group left its broad demand and supply outlook largely unchanged.
China's Trade Surplus Passes $1 Trillion as Technology Exports Surge
China recorded a trade surplus above $1 trillion for a second consecutive year, supported by strong exports of electronics, vehicles and other advanced manufactured products. October imports also rose as crude-oil shipments from the Gulf recovered.
China's Singles' Day Exposes Persistent Consumer Caution
China's largest shopping festival again highlighted restrained household spending despite aggressive discounts. The economy grew 4.6% in January through September, but retail sales increased only 1.1% as the long property downturn continued to weigh on confidence.
US Inflation Broadens as Fed Officials Consider Faster Rate Hikes
US inflation accelerated to 4% in October from 3.7% in September, with price increases spreading beyond fuel and tariff-sensitive goods into services such as healthcare, childcare, restaurants and hotels.
Irish police prepare for further hoax bomb threats after hundreds of schools targeted
Gardaí are preparing for further hoax bomb threats after at least 300 schools across the Republic of Ireland received a mass email on Wednesday.
Metro Investigation Reveals Global 'Spiderweb' of Creep-Shot Networks
Metro’s investigation into the illegal trade of voyeuristic content has revealed a vast, organized international network connecting UK-based filmmakers with sellers across Europe and the United States. The probe identified prolific creators operating in London public spaces and traced their output through a complex web of websites and encrypted messaging channels.
Korea, Singapore and New Zealand Advance Green Trade Pact Talks
Officials from Korea, Singapore, and New Zealand reviewed progress on the plurilateral Green Economy Partnership Agreement ahead of APEC meetings.
RBA Inflation Target Origins: Why Australia Chose a Range Over Zero
The Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to raise interest rates amid rising inflation has renewed scrutiny on its monetary policy framework, particularly the origins and rationale behind its specific 2 to 3 per cent target range.
Ireland and Ukraine consider drone cooperation memorandum after Dublin talks
Ireland and Ukraine exploring joint memorandum on drones following bilateral Ireland and Ukraine are exploring forming a joint memorandum on drones, the Taoiseach said following a bilateral meeting with the Ukrainian President.
Sister recounts fatal machete attack as Irish murder trial continues
Christopher Kelly (41), with an address at Shancastle Park, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 has pleaded not guilty to murdering Joseph McEvoy (34) at nearby Shancastle Close on July 7, 2025 A woman has told the trial of a man accused of inflicting a fatal machete wound to her brother's head of the moment she realised the.
Professional Chefs Reveal Eight Prep Hacks for a Stress-Free Christmas
With the festive season approaching, professional chefs recommend preparing key components of your Christmas dinner well in advance to ensure a relaxed celebration. From concentrated gravies and batch-cooked cocktails to infused butters and long-lasting preserves, these eight strategies help keep the kitchen free on the big day while delivering restaurant-quality flavors.
ΠΑΣΟΚ: Νέα τροπολογία για το επίδομα των 400 ευρώ και πίεση για τις συντάξεις
Το ΠΑΣΟΚ προσέρχεται στη Βουλή με νέα τροπολογία που στοχεύει στην κατάργηση των ηλικιακών κριτηρίων χορήγησης του επιδόματος των 400 ευρώ. Η κίνηση αυτή εντάσσεται σε μια ευρύτερη στρατηγική της Χαριλάου Τρικούπη να επιβάλει την αντιπαράθεση στο πεδίο της κοινωνικής πολιτικής, παράλληλα με την παρέμβαση του Νίκου Ανδρουλάκη στην Ολομέλεια για τα μέτρα της ΔΕΘ.
Georgia refrigeration company sues EPA after five-year HFC reprieve
Alta Refrigeration is challenging the EPA in court, arguing that a five-year delay in federal limits on high-warming refrigerants should have been made permanent.
HoloCoder technology promises brighter smartphone images and 3D depth data
One of the most essential pieces of technology that makes your phone’s camera work was created in 1974, and it hasn’t changed much since.
EU proposes broad consumer safeguards for apps, subscriptions and ticketing
The European Commission announced a sweeping set of updates to consumer law on Wednesday to protect European Union citizens from "harmful digital practices"—whether while online shopping, browsing social media, or doing their Duolingo lesson.
Nvidia faces scrutiny over alleged Chinese intelligence link to Jensen Huang
Nvidia and its chief executive, Jensen Huang, are facing scrutiny after published reports alleged that Huang had a relationship with Alice Huang, a former executive at Singapore-based cloud provider Megaspeed whom US intelligence agencies suspected of assisting Chinese intelligence.
Δικογραφία για τον Ηλία Καίσαρη και εταιρεία καθαρισμού λόγω αναθυμιάσεων
Συντάχθηκε δικογραφία σε βάρος του Ηλία Καίσαρη και της εταιρείας καθαρισμού, έπειτα από περιστατικό αναθυμιάσεων σε σχολικό κτίριο που οδήγησε σε νοσηλείες. Ο ιδιοκτήτης των Εκπαιδευτηρίων Καίσαρη παραπέμπεται ως κατηγορούμενος χωρίς όμως να συλληφθεί ή να ασκηθεί αυτόφωρη διαδικασία. Το θέμα έχει προκαλέσει ανησυχία στην κοινότητα.
Radical Numerics develops offline AI tool to detect engineered pathogens
Frontier AI labs have warned that their technology could help develop dangerous bioweapons.
Τσαβδαρίδης: Νέες αποκαλύψεις για τα μόρια της κόρης και αντιδρά η αντιπολίτευση
Νέο πολιτικό σκάνδαλο διαμορφώνεται γύρω από τον υφυπουργό Ανάπτυξης Λάζαρο Τσαβδαρίδη, καθώς αποκαλύπτεται ότι η ανήλικη κόρη του χρησιμοποίησε την ειδική μοριοδότηση για εισαγωγή στο Παιδαγωγικό Ρόδου, παρά τις αρχικές δηλώσεις του. Η αντιπολίτευση απαιτεί άμεσα την παραίτησή του και την παραπομπή του στη δικαιοσύνη.
Μελόνι για τους συναγερμούς βόμβων: «Δεν υπάρχουν απειλές, θέλουν να προκαλέσουν φόβο»
Η Ιταλίδα πρωθυπουργός Τζόρτζια Μελόνι χαρακτήρισε ανύπαρκτες τις απειλές βόμβας που προκάλεσαν την εκκένωση εκατοντάδων σχολείων, ισχυριζόμενη ότι στόχος είναι η πρόκληση φόβου. Παράλληλα, η κυβέρνηση εξετάζει το ενδεχόμενο επαναγοράς της πλατφόρμας διαπραγμάτευσης ομολόγων MTS για τη διατήρηση του εθνικού ελέγχου.
Chennai orders inquiry after dogs die at shelter; two veterinarians face action
The Greater Chennai Corporation began an inquiry on Tuesday into two veterinarians at the Kannammapet Animal Birth Control centre after animal-welfare campaigners alleged that negligent treatment and unsuccessful surgeries had caused several dogs to die.
COP31: Ο Πεζεσκιάν κατηγορεί ΗΠΑ και Ισραήλ για περιβαλλοντική καταστροφή
Κατά τη διάρκεια της συμμετοχής του στη Διάσκεψη του Κλίματος COP31 στην Αττάλεια, ο Ιρανός πρόεδρος Μαχμούντ Πεζεσκιάν κατήγγειλε τις Ηνωμένες Πολιτείες και το Ισραήλ για περιβαλλοντική καταστροφή. Υποστήριξε ότι οι πρόσφατες στρατιωτικές επιθέσεις στο Ιράν προκάλεσαν τεράστιες εκπομπές διοξειδίου του άνθρακα, ζητώντας τη δημιουργία διεθνών μηχανισμών ευθύνης.
Startup turns Chennai’s history and culture into an interactive world
Layerpath founder Vinay Chandrasekaran has developed a collection of digital projects that presents Chennai’s history through animation, a browser game and an interactive three-dimensional environment known as The Madras Project.
Four firms compete to design Chennai’s model mobility corridors
CHENNAI: Four consultancy firms have submitted bids for preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for transforming four existing roads in Chennai into model urban mobility corridors under a Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) project.
Egyptian Court Adds 35 Groups and 36 Individuals to Terrorist Lists
An Egyptian court in Cairo has issued a ruling to add 35 organizations and 36 individuals to the country’s official lists of terrorist entities and terrorists. The decision, effective for five years, targets Islamic associations and institutions operating across Europe, including groups in France, Britain, and Germany.
Chennai venue launches month-long festival devoted to full-length theatre
A Chennai arts venue has launched CUE, a month-long theatre festival designed to give full-length productions dedicated performance slots at a time when short-form entertainment is expanding online and on stage.
New Bay of Bengal low may form November 13 as Tamil Nadu outlook remains unclear
A new low-pressure area is expected to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 13, adding to an unusually active period in the North Indian Ocean.
Bogotá’s Seventh Night of Museums Opens 80 Cultural Venues on November 13
Bogotá’s seventh Night of Museums (Noche de Museos) will open 80 cultural venues across more than 14 localities on Friday, November 13. The event features five national museums offering free admission, alongside exhibitions, live music, dance, and immersive experiences designed to highlight Colombian heritage and contemporary artistic expression.