From: Counting the Cost
Why are billionaires growing richer than ever?
Billionaires are on the rise as the rest struggle with inequality, poverty and cost of living crisis.
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US eyes new tariffs as existing trade duties near expiration
US Trade Rep Jamieson Greer hints at new tariffs on 60 trading partners as Trump’s temporary tariffs expire on Friday.
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Iran war: Look beyond stocks to understand state of economy, experts say
Yields on 10-year US Treasury bills, a bellwether for inflation, are up 60 basis points since the start of the Iran war.
Farage, Reform in ‘trouble’, as UK braces for crypto influence in politics
Farage’s crisis after revelations of substantial crypto donations prompts broader political questions over donor clout.
Yemeni women support families through enterprise as economic crisis bites
Amid Yemen’s harsh economic crisis, securing viable employment has become increasingly difficult for men.
US judge orders pause on Paramount–Warner Bros merger
Paramount risks $650m quarterly fees if merger delays extend beyond September, as per the merger agreement terms.
Burnham’s move to scrap UK’s digital ID plans earns cheers and criticism
Digital inclusion and civil liberties campaigners welcome the U-turn — for different reasons. But some are unhappy.
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Since Islamabad MoU: What’s changed for the US, Iran and the Gulf?
We explain how the war has changed for all the parties since their MoU unravelled and as the conflict has escalated.
From: Inside Story
The UK gets its seventh prime minister in 10 years
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will immediately face foreign policy challenges, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
Published On 19 Jul 2026
Iraq signs 48 deals with US companies during PM’s visit to Washington
The deals include rebuilding the long-defunct Iraq-Syria crude oil pipeline, which could bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Media reportedly mulling fee for first access to social media posts
US president has frequently been accused of trading government influence for improper financial gain.
