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China Halts Bank IPOs
Regulator tells banks to pause initial public offerings, according to Financial Times report
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War Widens in Black Sea
NATO's red lines are being tested as the conflict escalates in the region
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Pakistan's Higher Education Reforms Falter
Despite initial success and international praise, Pakistan's university system now struggles with debt and poor outcomes after a 5,000% budget increase
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Spain Introduces Paid Menopause Leave
Female workers with impairing menopause conditions can access medical leave and benefits from December 1, 2026, in a move to protect women's health at work
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Sudan War Escalates Attacks On Women Journalists
Sudan's Women Journalists Network warns of growing impunity and calls for end to war, disarmament of militias, and investigations into crimes against journalists
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U of Toronto Lockdown: 100s of Students Shelter
A shelter-in-place order has been issued for students at the University of Toronto's Mississauga campus due to police activity near a student housing building, with hundreds of first-year students affected
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Japan Honors 8 With Order of Culture
Nobel laureate Kenso Soai and Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto are among the recipients of Japan's prestigious Order of Culture, announced by the government last month
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Singapore's Prosperity Under Threat
The city-state's reliance on global trade passing through its narrow strait makes its economy vulnerable to disruptions
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China Raises FX RRR to 6%
The move, effective November 15, aims to slow the pace of yuan gains against other currencies
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China Raises Forex Reserve Ratio to 6%
The new ratio will take effect on November 15, aiming to manage foreign exchange flows and maintain financial stability
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LA Bans Oil Drilling
Los Angeles becomes the largest US city to ban oil drilling, phasing out existing operations over 20 years, in a move that affects hundreds of active wells and thousands of inactive ones
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1,200 'Pink Slime' News Sites Spread Misinformation
Fake news operations backed by partisan groups have surged to 1,200 sites, influencing voters with millions of social media impressions, according to a Carnegie Mellon University study
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Ocalan Moved In Turkish Prison
Abdullah Ocalan, the jailed founder of the Kurdistan Workers' Party, has been relocated to a new section of his island prison, potentially paving the way for renewed peace talks, with over 40,000 lives lost in the conflict so far
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Argentina Slips Into Recession
Austerity measures take toll on economy, with sales falling 40% for many local businesses ahead of 2027 vote
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US 'stuck in1950 ideology'
American economist Jeffrey Sachs criticizes US and Europe for trying to maintain earlier form of hegemony, leading to conflicts
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China Falls Short on $17 Billion Farm Goods Pledge
Slow buying of US farm goods raises concerns about China's commitment to the trade deal, with the country's pace of purchases lagging behind expectations
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Japan's Economy Hit By Falling Population
The Bank of Japan has low hopes for consumer spending, with private consumption accounting for about half of the country's economy
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Stolen Luxury Watch Returned
A Tokyo store has received a stolen luxury watch back via courier, complete with a handwritten apology note, after it was sent from Aichi Prefecture
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Londoners Joust on Electric Bikes
Hundreds of spectators gathered at London Fields to watch the medieval sport with a modern twist, featuring battery-powered Lime bikes and elaborate costumes
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Nigerian Teacher Wins N10m Prize, Gets Free Apartment
Busayo Adeyemo, a teacher from Lagos, has been awarded the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year prize, receiving a N10 million cash prize, a three-bedroom apartment, and other rewards, including a Honda HR-V and an all-expenses-paid overseas training
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Machado's Biggest Test: Patience
Venezuela poses a challenge for Machado, who must balance urgency with practicality to achieve her goals
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Japan Post Starts 2027 New Year's Card Sales
Deadline for New Year's Day delivery set from December 20 to 27, later than in previous years
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Tokyo Festival Returns
The Nezu Shrine festival, a quadrennial event, highlights Japan's struggle with overtourism and cultural preservation
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Ancient Village Faces Erosion Threat
Padhri village, nestled at the foot of Tilla Jogian, is at risk of losing its historical stone architecture and cultural significance due to relentless erosion