Oil soars to $109, pushing up chances of US interest rate increase
Prices have spiked as attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf escalate amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
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Last dance? Inside Lula’s strategy to win a fourth presidency in Brazil
The left-wing trade union leader has won three presidential terms so far. Crime may be a hurdle to a fourth.
Bombardier looks to hire 500 new workers in US, despite Trump threat
The Canadian aircraft manufacturer has received support from Republican lawmakers on its economic impact record.
‘Totally reliant on Mother Nature’: UK drought raises water security fears
Record heatwaves have troubled British farmers, raising concerns over reservoir levels and food supply.
Conflict over Taiwan would be disastrous, de facto US ambassador warns
The United States remains Taiwan’s main international backer and arms supplier despite lack of formal diplomatic ties.
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US increases pressure on Iran with sanctions targeting aviation sector
Trump administration has sought to isolate Tehran through a raft of measures meant to squeeze the country’s economy.
US warns Ford over ties with Chinese firms amid tensions
US officials criticise Ford’s partnerships with Chinese firms CATL, Geely and BYD over security risks.
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China and Qatar are strengthening bilateral ties: What that really means
Beijing says it will increase coordination with Doha to help de-escalate regional tensions amid the ongoing war on Iran.
Bombardier pushes back as Trump threatens aircraft sales ban
Bombardier defends its US presence, stating its planes already feature components made in Texas and California.
Liverpool announce five-year shirt sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines
The deal is reportedly worth more than $405m, which would place it among the most lucrative in the Premier League.
As Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on US goods take effect, tensions soar
Trade tensions soar as Canada matches US tariffs ‘dollar-for-dollar’, impacting 700 products and multiple industries.
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