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Drugmakers chase weight-loss drugs that protect muscle mass

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Brazil aims to restart poultry trade after bird flu clearance

Brazil declares bird flu-free status, seeks to resume exports

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U.S. stocks restricted by tensions in Middle East

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US consumers cut back after early surge ahead of Trump tariffs

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Mitsubishi joins automakers raising prices after import tariffs

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Lilly makes $1.3 billion move to expand into gene-edited heart drugs

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New Zealand PM seeks stronger ties with China amid security talks

New Zealand PM Luxon in China to boost trade and tourism

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U.S. on edge as Israel-Iran conflict escalates

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NEW YORK, New York - U.S. stocks made only minor moves in both directions,Thursday, as investors fretted about the Israel-Iran conflict...

Luxury giant Kering bets on outsider de Meo to lead turnaround

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Trump family enters telecom with branded phone, mobile service

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Starmer: US-UK trade deal to be finalized 'very soon.'

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U.S. stock markets divided as Fed leaves interest rates unchanged

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State Dept memo outlines plan to widen Trump travel ban

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Boeing trims long-term jet outlook ahead of Paris Airshow

Boeing lowers jet forecast despite 40% rise in travel by 2030

ARLINGTON COUNTY, Virginia: As global air travel continues its recovery from the pandemic, Boeing has released a tempered 20-year outlook...

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The EUs favorite war: the one Israel starts

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Council of Europe censures EU state for treatment of Russian speakers

Council of Europe censures EU state for treatment of Russian speakers

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"Nava Raipur will become growth hub for Chhattisgarh's economy": Minister OP Choudhary

"Nava Raipur will become growth hub for Chhattisgarh's economy": Minister OP Choudhary

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Former England cricketer David Lawrence dies at 61

Former England cricketer David Lawrence dies at 61

Gloucestershire [UK], June 22 (ANI): Gloucestershire Cricket announced the unfortunate demise of former cricketer and club president...

Outdoor advertising gains traction, diversifies commercial real estate revenue streams

Outdoor advertising gains traction, diversifies commercial real estate revenue streams

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): As malls turn into entertainment hubs and office complexes include shops and cafes, real estate developers...

NLC India's renewable arm wins 500 MWh battery energy storage project in Tamil Nadu

NLC India's renewable arm wins 500 MWh battery energy storage project in Tamil Nadu

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Economic Watch: Bank of England shows "dovish" stance, may cut interest rates by another 50 basis points

Economic Watch: Bank of England shows "dovish" stance, may cut interest rates by another 50 basis points

Despite high inflation, the Bank of England chose to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged and still revealed a clear dovish stance...

Godawat Consumer considering selective price cuts amid easing input costs: CEO Salloni Ghodawat

Godawat Consumer considering selective price cuts amid easing input costs: CEO Salloni Ghodawat

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Bulgaria Nears Bottom of EU Rankings in Household Material Well-Being

Bulgaria Nears Bottom of EU Rankings in Household Material Well-Being

In 2024, Bulgaria ranked near the bottom in the European Union when it comes to material well-being, placing second to last alongside...

"This is an escalation": Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev after US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities

"This is an escalation": Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev after US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev on Sunday described the US strikes on three Iranian nuclear...

Corporate travel, MICE, live events to boost operating performance of hospitality industry: Report

Corporate travel, MICE, live events to boost operating performance of hospitality industry: Report

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): The hospitality industry will maintain strong operating performance in the near term, supported by...

K'taka Minister Priyank Kharge questions MEA's "U-turn" on his US visit; claims loss of investment opportunities

K'taka Minister Priyank Kharge questions MEA's "U-turn" on his US visit; claims loss of investment opportunities

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KTR showcases Telangana's transformative journey at Oxford India Forum in UK

KTR showcases Telangana's transformative journey at Oxford India Forum in UK

London [United Kingdom], June 21 (ANI): Former Minister and BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) delivered a powerful and inspiring...

Hainan free trade port moves to forefront of China's opening-up drive

Hainan free trade port moves to forefront of China's opening-up drive

HAIKOU, June 21 (Xinhua) -- For Canadian visitor Stephanie Wing See Yau, the therapy experience at a care center in Bo'ao, a coastal...

Pakistan manipulates economic data to mislead international community amid economic collapse

Pakistan manipulates economic data to mislead international community amid economic collapse

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 21 (ANI): Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) on Friday rejected data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics...

CNG poised for significant growth as India focuses on energy transition: Crisil

CNG poised for significant growth as India focuses on energy transition: Crisil

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EU document justifies suspension of partnership agreement with Israel

EU document justifies suspension of partnership agreement with Israel

BRUSSELS, 21st June, 2025 (WAM) -- A European document reviewed by the European External Action Service (EEAS) and the European Commission...

Xinhua Headlines: How upgrading China-South Asia economic and trade cooperation bolsters regional development

Xinhua Headlines: How upgrading China-South Asia economic and trade cooperation bolsters regional development

* The expo has fostered economic and trade cooperation between China and South Asian countries, providing steady momentum for regional...

"Why first deny, then allow?": Priyank Kharge asks MEA to explain "politics" behind its US trip approval

"Why first deny, then allow?": Priyank Kharge asks MEA to explain "politics" behind its US trip approval

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LIC Housing Finance reduces interest rate in line with recent RBI repo rate cut

LIC Housing Finance reduces interest rate in line with recent RBI repo rate cut

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): LIC Housing Finance has reduced its rate of interest on new home loans by 50 basis points, in line...

South Korea unveils USD 22 billion stimulus budget to revive Korean economy

South Korea unveils USD 22 billion stimulus budget to revive Korean economy

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India's next phase of growth must focus on per capita GDP: Report

India's next phase of growth must focus on per capita GDP: Report

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): India has overtaken several economies in terms of GDP over the past decade, but its citizens' per...

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Europe eases rates as Fed holds and Trump threatens tariffs
Central banks cut rates amid Trump tariff, inflation jitters

ZURICH, Switzerland: A wave of central banks across Europe surprised markets last week by lowering interest rates, responding to easing...


Federal Reserve chief weighs next move as economic outlook wavers
Federal Reserve faces tough call despite strong US economy

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. economy is performing reasonably well, but Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell faces a difficult decision...


TikTok gets US reprieve as Trump grants 90-day extension
Trump extends TikTok sale deadline to September 17

WASHINGTON, D.C.: President Donald Trump has granted TikTok another reprieve, extending the deadline for its Chinese parent company,...


Next-gen weight-loss drugs aim to cut fat, spare muscle
Drugmakers chase weight-loss drugs that protect muscle mass

WASHINGTON, D.C.: As the global weight-loss market explodes, drugmakers are now racing to solve a less visible problem: protecting...


Amazon’s Zoox unveils plan to build 10,000 robotaxis a year
Zoox opens robotaxi factory, joins race with Tesla and Waymo

HAYWARD, California: In a significant step toward its commercial debut, Amazon-owned Zoox has unveiled its first factory dedicated...


Brazil aims to restart poultry trade after bird flu clearance
Brazil declares bird flu-free status, seeks to resume exports

SAO PAULO, Brazil: Brazil is taking confident steps to restore its dominance in global poultry exports after declaring its commercial...


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