New Jersey GOP Congressman backs bill to release Epstein files despite AG dismissal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jeff Van Drew announced Tuesday he has cosponsored legislation introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie aimed at releasing the full set of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, joining a…
Philippine central bank to continue supporting economic recovery despite rate hikes
MANILA – The Philippine central bank will continue supporting the economy’s recovery despite a planned 25 or 50 basis point rate hike this month, its governor said on Tuesday. Current policy rates…
Turkey to forge on with selective loan policy despite backlash -sources
By Nevzat Devranoglu and Orhan Coskun ANKARA – Turkey will stick to policies that allow only net exporters to access cheap lira loans and may toughen rules further despite a backlash from…
U.S. fuel demand remains strong, despite recent data – refiners
By Laura Sanicola (Reuters) – Demand for transportation fuels remains strong despite mixed signals from inventory data collected by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), U.S. fuelmakers said on Thursday. Fears that…
Analysis: Peru’s mining execs ‘lose faith’ in gov’t despite moderate shift
By Marco Aquino LIMA – Peruvian mining executives who oversee some of the world’s largest copper mines are losing whatever slim thread of faith they may have had in left-wing President Pedro…
Mark Kelly Raked In Cash From Corporate-Backed PACs Despite Pledging To Refuse ‘Corporate PAC Money’
Mark Kelly Raked In Cash From Corporate-Backed PACs Despite Pledging To Refuse ‘Corporate PAC Money’ Gabe Kaminsky on July 24, 2022 Democratic Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, who sponsored a bill to ban…
Kuehne + Nagel’s quarterly earnings rise despite volatile supply chains
(Reuters) – Swiss logistics group Kuehne & Nagel International on Monday reported a 79% rise in its second-quarter net profit, citing growth in all business units despite volatile supply chains. Net profit…
Despite Didi’s $1.2 billion fine, China tech’s regulatory woes may not be over
By Josh Ye, Eduardo Baptista and Yingzhi Yang HONG KONG/BEIJING – China’s $1.2 billion fine on Didi Global draws a line under the ride hailing company’s regulatory woes, but the retroactive application…
Cuban economy minister sees gradual recovery despite long lines and blackouts
By Marc Frank HAVANA – Cuba’s economy has begun to recover from the effects of the pandemic and should grow 4% this year, its economy minister said, although most Cubans have seen…
Biden says he’s ‘doing great,’ ‘keeping busy’ despite COVID
WASHINGTON – U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday said he is “doing great” and keeping busy after testing positive for COVID-19. “Folks, I’m doing great. Thanks for your concern. Just called Senator…
Yellen sees U.S. economy as very strong despite inflation – senior official
TOKYO – U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will emphasize the strength of the U.S. economy despite high inflation and a 1.6% annualized drop in first quarter gross domestic product when she meets…
Ecuador affirms deficit target of 2% of GDP despite protests -minister
QUITO – Ecuador is holding firm to its fiscal deficit target for the year of 2% of gross domestic product (GDP), economy minister Pablo Arosemena said on Monday, despite losses to oil…
Fetterman Spent Thousands On CO2-Emitting Jet Travel Despite Pledge To Boycott Fossil Fuel Donations, Records Show
Fetterman Spent Thousands On CO2-Emitting Jet Travel Despite Pledge To Boycott Fossil Fuel Donations, Records Show Gabe Kaminsky on July 10, 2022 John Fetterman, the Democratic Pennsylvania Senate nominee, pledged in 2021…
US Economy Smashes Jobs Projections Despite Signs Of Recession
US Economy Smashes Jobs Projections Despite Signs Of Recession Max Keating on July 8, 2022 The U.S. economy added 372,000 jobs in June while the unemployment rate held steady at 3.6%, according…
Exclusive-Pope Francis calls steps against clerical abuse irreversible, despite resistance
By Philip Pullella VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis has acknowledged that there is resistance by some national Catholic Churches on implementing measures to protect children from sexual abuse by clergy but said…
Stacey Abrams’ Campaign Spent $450K On Security Despite Backing ‘Defund Police’ Movement: REPORT
Stacey Abrams’ Campaign Spent $450K On Security Despite Backing ‘Defund Police’ Movement: REPORT Gabe Kaminsky on July 5, 2022 Stacey Abrams, the Democratic Georgia gubernatorial nominee, has reportedly spent thousands on private…
Saudi non-oil private sector gallops despite inflation -PMI
DUBAI – Saudi Arabia’s non-oil private sector expanded in June at its fastest pace since September as demand continued to rise strongly despite the highest inflation in nearly two years, a survey…
California approves lithium tax despite industry’s warnings
By Ernest Scheyder (Reuters) – California on Thursday approved a plan to tax the electric vehicle battery metal lithium to generate revenue for environmental remediation projects despite industry concerns that it will…
Italy says can exceed 3.1% growth target for 2022 despite energy prices
ROME – Italy’s Treasury said the country’s economy could grow this year by at least as much as Rome’s official target of 3.1% set in April, despite the negative impact of surging…
Exclusive-Copper giant Codelco sees ‘very firm’ copper price ahead despite recent drop – chairman
By Fabian Cambero SANTIAGO – Chilean state-owned copper miner Codelco, the world’s top producer of the red metal, sees a firm copper price ahead despite a recent sharp fall, chairman of the…
Olympics-Each sport must set transgender rules says IOC despite criticism
By Karolos Grohmann (Reuters) – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has defended its position that it is up to each international sports body to set their own rules for transgender athletes’ inclusion,…
Ecuador indigenous protests carry on despite small concession
By Alexandra Valencia QUITO – Ecuador’s government on Thursday acquiesced to a demand of indigenous demonstrators who have held 11 days of protests, giving them access to a cultural center, but violent…
Finland’s Nokian Tyres lifts sales outlook despite Russia uncertainty
COPENHAGEN – Finland’s Nokian Tyres on Friday nudged up its sales guidance despite an uncertain operating environment related to Russia, home to its largest production plant. The company, which used to make…
House Dems Approve Massive Defense Budget Despite Calls To Cut Spending
House Dems Approve Massive Defense Budget Despite Calls To Cut Spending Micaela Burrow on June 16, 2022 The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense approved House Democrats’ personnel-focused $762 billion defense budget Wednesday…
HSBC leaves best lending rate unchanged at 5% despite central bank hike
HONG KONG – HSBC Holdings said on Thursday it will leave its best lending rate unchanged in Hong Kong at 5% despite the city’s central bank raising the base rate. The Hong…
Fetterman Posts Near Double-Digit Lead Over Oz Despite Medical Issues: POLL
Fetterman Posts Near Double-Digit Lead Over Oz Despite Medical Issues: POLL Sebastian Hughes on June 15, 2022 Democratic Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman held a huge lead over Republican Mehmet Oz in…
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