
Chinese women economists called 'traitors' online for meeting with Yellen
The women have been lambasted by some netizens who accused them of treason for meeting Janet Yellen and being "radical feminists".
Mon Jul 10 2023

Yellen's China visit aims at 'new normal' with Beijing
U.S. officials say they expect "candid" discussions during Yellen's July 6-9 trip.
Wed Jul 05 2023

Trump pick Malpass surprises with early exit from World Bank
Malpass will depart the multilateral development bank by the end of June.
Thu Feb 16 2023

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
The European Commission is set to adopt its seventh package of sanctions against Russia, which will add a ban to the import of Russian gold.
Fri Jul 15 2022

'Hell' in Ukraine's Donbas as Russia piles on pressure, warns Zelenskiy
Donbas region is completely destroyed, Zelenskiy said.
Fri May 20 2022

Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 bill wins final approval in House
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in a statement that passage of the legislation was a pivotal day for the U.S. economy and would speed its recovery.
Thu Mar 11 2021

Biden, citing 'economic imperative,' orders faster relief checks, more food aid
Biden's stimulus package addresses the economic effects of the pandemic has support from business, labor, Wall Street and Main Street.
Sat Jan 23 2021

Wall Street set to open near record high as Biden takes office; Netflix soars
Bets on a bigger pandemic relief plan and higher infrastructure spending under the Biden administration is driving major U.S. stock indexes to all-time peaks.
Wed Jan 20 2021

Asian shares hit a record high after Yellen calls for big spending
Yellen said the benefits of a big stimulus package are greater than the expenses of a higher debt burden.
Wed Jan 20 2021

Biden to name Yellen to Treasury to lead US from sharp economic downturn
Investors see Yellen as a force for more fiscal action to combat the economic crisis unleashed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Nov 24 2020

U.S. Fed raises interest rates
An interest rate increase signals The Fed's confidence towards the strength of US economic growth.
Thu Dec 14 2017

Ringgit to trade softer against US dollar next week
The US Federal Reserve chair, Janet Yellen, had already hinted of further interest rate increases following a strong employment and inflation data released last Wednesday.
Sat Jan 21 2017

Ringgit falls to touch 4.4 mark against US dollar
The ringgit went lower, touching the 4.4030 mark against the US dollar as investors responded to the US Federal Reserve System's (Fed) Chair Janet Yellen's remark yesterday signalling that the US inte
Fri Nov 18 2016

Stocks extend post-Fed bounce in Asia as Dollar finds strength
Gradual approach to rates will follow 25 basis-point hike. Oil back below $36 a barrel after tumble on U.S. supplies.
Thu Dec 17 2015

Fed raises interest rates, citing ongoing U.S. recovery
"The economic recovery has clearly come a long way."
Thu Dec 17 2015

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025