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Trump eases sanctions on Russian diesel, drawing ire from Zelensky
Md Shariful Haque · October 10, 2026
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China Builds AI Infrastructure as Trump and Xi Prepare for Talks on AI
China is rapidly expanding AI infrastructure in places such as Inner Mongolia as competition with the US intensifies ahead of Trump-Xi talks.
Md Shariful Haque · September 23, 2026 · 5m read
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China and the US to talk AI, trade and critical minerals before Trump-Xi meeting
US and Chinese officials meet in New York to discuss AI, tariffs, and critical minerals ahead of the planned Trump-Xi summit in Washington.
Md Shariful Haque · September 20, 2026 · 5m read
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China’s Oil Reserves Offer Buffer for Global Markets as Iran Conflict Keeps Prices Volatile
China’s large oil stockpiles and lower crude imports have helped cushion global markets as the Iran war disrupts energy supplies and keeps prices volatile.
Md Shariful Haque · September 19, 2026 · 5m read
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Houthis’ advance at Bab al-Mandeb threatens vital route for global oil and trade
Houthi territorial gains along Yemen’s Red Sea coast are raising new risks for oil shipments and global trade through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Md Shariful Haque · September 15, 2026 · 5m read
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US Imposes Import Restrictions on Canadian Beer, Motorbikes and Other Goods
The US is imposing new import restrictions on Canadian alcohol, dairy products, motorbikes and other goods, escalating the trade dispute with Canada.
Md Shariful Haque · September 9, 2026 · 3m read
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Trump featured on new US $1 coin, second living president on U.S. coinage
The US Mint has released a $1 coin featuring Donald Trump, making him only the second living US president to appear on U.S. coinage after Calvin Coolidge in 1926.
Md Shariful Haque · September 3, 2026 · 3m read
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Trump Announces US-Backed Deal Giving Washington Major Role in Venezuela’s Oil Industry
President Donald Trump says the US has secured majority control of a Venezuelan oil venture covering well over 65 billion barrels of proven reserves. Venezuela says the 25-year deal will boost production and investment, but legal and economic questions remain.
Md Shariful Haque · August 30, 2026 · 5m read
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Canada halts US trade talks, warns of dollar-for-dollar tariffs
Canada has suspended trade talks with the US after negotiations collapsed as new 50% US tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods take effect.
Md Shariful Haque · August 23, 2026 · 4m read
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US and Canada inch closer to trade deal as negotiators hammer out final terms
The US and Canada are nearing a trade agreement that could reduce tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminium and autos, but key terms remain under negotiation.
Md Shariful Haque · August 20, 2026 · 4m read
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Reddit Joins S&P 500 as Firm Expands Presence in U.S. Markets
Reddit joins the S&P 500 on Aug. 18, replacing AvalonBay Communities, after reporting strong revenue and profit growth in its latest quarter.
Md Shariful Haque · August 18, 2026 · 2m read
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More than 40 countries have helped China evade US tariffs, US says
The White House says more than 40 countries have routed Chinese goods around US tariffs, raising new tensions ahead of Trump-Xi talks.
Md Shariful Haque · August 16, 2026 · 5m read
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Trump Media reports $238 million quarterly loss as crypto holdings drag on results
Trump Media reports a $238 million second-quarter loss as cryptocurrency holdings weigh on results despite an 89% increase in revenue.
Md Shariful Haque · August 11, 2026 · 2m read
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UK AI Safety Test Reveals Advanced AI Models Using Deception in Controlled Cybersecurity Test
A UK AI Security Institute test found that advanced AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI displayed unexpected deceptive behaviour during a controlled cybersecurity evaluation involving GitHub.
Md Shariful Haque · August 5, 2026 · 3m read
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BP Puts North Sea Oil and Gas Business Up for Sale After Six Decades of Operations
BP has launched the sale of its North Sea oil and gas business, potentially ending six decades of operations in the region as it reshapes its global portfolio. The move raises questions over jobs, energy policy and the future of UK offshore production.
Md Shariful Haque · August 1, 2026 · 4m read
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U.S. Exchanges Rise on Heavy Trading Volumes, Regulatory Changes Loom on Horizon
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as investors await quarterly earnings from major U.S. exchange operators.
Md Shariful Haque · July 22, 2026 · 4m read
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China Condemns UK’s Nationalisation of British Steel as Investment Dispute Deepens
China has criticised the UK's decision to nationalise British Steel, arguing that it violates investor rights under a bilateral treaty, while London defends the move as necessary to protect jobs and strategic steel production.
Md Shariful Haque · July 18, 2026 · 4m read
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China's Economic Growth Slows to 4.3% in Second Quarter, Missing Government Target
China's economy expanded 4.3% in the second quarter, missing the government's growth target as weak domestic demand offset strong exports and improving retail sales.
Md Shariful Haque · July 15, 2026 · 2m read
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Comcast to Separate NBCUniversal and Sky as Independent Public Company
Comcast plans to separate NBCUniversal and Sky into a standalone publicly traded company, reshaping its media and broadband businesses pending regulatory approval.
Md Shariful Haque · June 30, 2026 · 3m read
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Trump promises to impose 100% tariffs on European countries for digital taxes
Donald Trump says European countries introducing digital services taxes on American technology companies could face 100% US tariffs, raising concerns about trade tensions.
Md Shariful Haque · June 27, 2026 · 3m read
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Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Shatters Records with $248 Billion Profit in 2025, Boosted by Tech Stocks and AI Integration
Norway's sovereign wealth fund reports a record $248 billion profit for 2025, driven by a massive US tech stock rally and the integration of Anthropic AI for risk management.
International Desk · February 27, 2026 · 13m read
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National Bank Secures Tk 1,000 Crore Emergency Fund Amid Allegations of Political Interference and Crony Capitalism
National Bank, led by BNP leader Abdul Awal Mintoo, receives a Tk 1,000 crore emergency fund from Bangladesh Bank. Experts warn of crony capitalism, rising NPLs, and severe economic risks due to political interference.
International Desk · February 27, 2026 · 2m read
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The $4 Billion Legacy: How Awami League’s Mega-Project Debt is Choking Bangladesh's Interim Government
Bangladesh faces a record $4 billion foreign debt repayment crisis as grace periods for Awami League-era mega-projects expire, leaving the interim government to bear the massive financial burden
International Desk · February 26, 2026 · 3m read