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Duolingo and ETS suspend language tests for Iranians following new US sanctions targeting education
Duolingo and ETS have suspended language tests for Iranians, effective September 1 for Duolingo, in compliance with new US sanctions. The US Treasury Department's August 24 action expanded secondary s
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UN Green Climate Fund seeks over $10 billion in new funding, urges Asian developing countries to contribute after US withdrawal
Mafalda Duarte, the fund's executive director, told Nikkei Asia that existing contributors have room to increase funding and is also encouraging new contributions from both developed and developing co
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US, China Discuss Cutting Tariffs on "Non-Sensitive" Products Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
The United States and China are considering reducing tariffs on "non-sensitive" products ahead of a summit between the two countries' top leaders. However, according to sources familiar with the matte
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US Funds Alcoa's Gallium Plant in Australia with $174 Million to Reduce China Reliance
The US government will provide $174 million in financing to Alcoa Corp. for the construction of a gallium plant at its alumina refinery in Western Australia. This initiative aims to lessen Washington'
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European Nations Shun Russian Finance Minister at G20 Meeting Hosted by US
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov was excluded from the group photo, despite having a "productive" meeting with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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Flaring Middle East Tensions Push Brent Crude Above $90 After US Strikes Iran-linked Targets
Middle East tensions escalated as the U.S. conducted an attack on Sunday, targeting missile launchers on an island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such strike against Iran in about a month.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi: The US must return to the ceasefire memorandum signed in June to escape the current predicament.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi stated on Monday, August 31, on his official Telegram channel that the United States must recommit to the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the US and Iran i
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U.S. Congressman Rich McCormick supports U.S. military intervention against Iran, stating that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps only understands strength.
U.S. Congressman Rich McCormick supports U.S. military intervention against Iran, stating that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps only understands strength.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent states that US sanctions are "strangling" Iran's economy, with no need for Chinese cooperation.
In the same interview, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed confidence in Washington's confrontation with Iran. He stated that US sanctions and a naval blockade were "strangling" Tehran's eco
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The US seeks to isolate Iran among G20 members to end the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
U.S. officials stated that isolating Iran was a primary objective of the meeting, which aimed to resolve the months-long Strait of Hormuz standoff that has disrupted global energy supplies.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged G20 members to re-examine trade terms with China to narrow global imbalances.
Scott Bessent stated that the world cannot accept China having a $1.2 trillion trade surplus, pointing out that the Chinese economy is quite weak and is trying to export its way out of trouble, necess
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Standard Lithium Reaches Agreement with LG Energy Solutions, Potentially Boosting Funding for US Lithium Projects
Standard Lithium CEO David Park stated that the company's latest agreement with LG Energy Solutions is expected to unlock financing for a significant U.S. lithium project. Park warned that China's dom
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: We have more in common with the Chinese on Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent stated that the U.S. has more in common with the Chinese on the issue of Iran.
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Trump urges U.S. communities to embrace data centers, citing jobs, investment, and lower taxes, warns opposition risks leaving communities 'backwards and poor' and could benefit China.
Trump urges U.S. communities to embrace data centers, citing jobs, investment, and lower taxes, warns opposition risks leaving communities 'backwards and poor' and could benefit China.
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The U.S. plans to impose additional secondary sanctions on Iran weekly, as the Iranian President acknowledges a 35% drop in imports and exports.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. plans to impose additional secondary sanctions on Iran weekly, with the first wave targeting the banking sector, and warned that the next
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US primary budget deficit reaches 3.59% of GDP, largest among major advanced economies, strengthening Bitcoin's bull case
According to Bloomberg data shared by The Kobeissi Letter, the US government's primary budget deficit, which excludes interest payments and measures fiscal discipline, is now larger than Japan's. This
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An MIT expert warns the U.S. is asking the wrong question about its $40 trillion debt, stating rising burdens may trouble the economy
An MIT expert warns that while the federal debt may be sustainable, the increasing burden could still pose problems for the U.S. economy.
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Iran's President Pezeshkian Tells India's Prime Minister Tehran Still Seeks Negotiated Solution Out of Conflict with U.S., Says War Is in No One's Interest
Iran's President Pezeshkian Tells India's Prime Minister Tehran Still Seeks Negotiated Solution Out of Conflict with U.S., Says War Is in No One's Interest
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Iranian Foreign Minister Accuses Netanyahu of Pushing U.S. into War
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a “serpent,” accusing him of manipulating Washington into joining the war against Iran. Araghchi cited Netanyah
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South Korea Rejects U.S. Congressional Allegations of Discrimination Against Coupang, Amidst Strained U.S.-Korea Relations and Pressure from Potential U.S. Tariffs
Sources indicate that the South Korean government has rejected accusations from the U.S. Congress regarding discrimination against American e-commerce giant Coupang, leading to strained relations betw
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Indonesia and the US-led "Super Garuda Shield" military exercise opens with 15 participating countries.
The 12-day exercise, which kicked off in Bandung, Indonesia, on Monday, aims to strengthen regional security cooperation. The drills come as Indonesia seeks to balance defense cooperation with China a
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Al Jazeera: New Syrian Government Opts for Diplomatic Route with Israel, Foreign Minister Holds US-Mediated Talks with Mossad Chief
According to Al Jazeera, since the new government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa overthrew the Assad regime in December 2024, Syria has opted for diplomatic engagement with Israel rather than milita
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The US launched its first attack on Iran in a month, and Iran retaliated against a US military base in Jordan. The US stated that the missiles had been shot down.
The U.S. launched its first attacks on Iran in a month, targeting sites on Larak Island. Iran retaliated by striking a base in Jordan housing U.S. troops. The U.S. stated that these missiles were shot
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Former Venezuelan President Maduro Releases First Photos Since US Detention
Maduro posted two photos on Sunday via social media X and Telegram, showing him in a grey tracksuit, making peace signs with both hands, and a caption stating "We remain steadfast." The photo timestam
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Yemen Conflict Escalates: Houthis Attack Saudi Bases and Oil Facilities, Saudi Arabia Requests Missile Defense Support from Allies
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed late Wednesday to have attacked Saudi Arabia's Khamis Mushait airbase and an oil facility in Yanbu port, and shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet. This followed 40 airstrik
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Leaked photos show widespread damage to US Gulf base from Iran attack, radar jet cut in half, trailers flattened
Photos provided by active military personnel show that Iranian attacks caused widespread damage to multiple US military bases in the Gulf region, including a radar jet being severed, trailers flattene
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US Plan to Boost Biofuel Exports Targets Restrictions Abroad
The Trump administration is taking the next step to help the domestic biofuels industry by targeting policies abroad that limit the uptake of fuels made from US crops, following up on its efforts to b
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Nikkei Asia Opinion: The US needs a data strategy for the AI era, but should not copy China
Ran Guo, J.D. candidate at Harvard Law School and affiliated researcher at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis (CCA), and Lizzi C. Lee, fellow at CCA, argue that creating a c
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US Indictment Reveals Russian Global Assassination Network, Former Intelligence Officer Accused of Offering $25,000 to Assassinate Dissident in Lithuania
According to U.S. prosecutors, last year, Yuri Khrameev, a former Russian military intelligence officer, offered a U.S. citizen $25,000 to track and kill a person "spreading Russian lies" in the Lithu
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US officials secretly met with Yemen's Houthi rebels, who stated they do not intend to attack US or Israeli vessels but will continue to target Saudi Arabia.
U.S. officials met with representatives of Yemen's Houthi movement in Muscat, the capital of Oman, over the weekend of September 12-13, according to CCTV News citing U.S. sources on September 16. Reut
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Belarus frees 25 political prisoners; US lifts sanctions on two Belarusian companies in return
US envoy John Coale announced the release of 25 political prisoners on Wednesday, following his latest visit to Minsk. In return, the US lifted sanctions on Lakokraska, a paint manufacturer, and Belle
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Al Jazeera: Israeli "double-tap" airstrike kills schoolchild in Gaza
Al Jazeera reported that Israel launched a "double-tap" airstrike on Gaza City on Tuesday, killing two people, including a 15-year-old schoolboy, despite a "ceasefire" agreement brokered by the US bet
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US August retail sales month-over-month 1.2%, expected 0.8%, previous value 0.5%, above expectations.
US August retail sales month-over-month 1.2%, expected 0.8%, previous value 0.5%, above expectations.
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The U.S. imposed visa restrictions on South African officials, accusing them of discriminating against the white minority and warning of further escalatory measures.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Tuesday that the United States will impose visa restrictions on South African officials accused of discriminating against the white minority in South A
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Oil prices fell on Wednesday after U.S. crude inventories unexpectedly rose by 7.1 million barrels, offsetting supply concerns from the shutdown of a Saudi oil pipeline.
International benchmark Brent crude for November delivery fell 1.02% to $107.64 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for October delivery dropped 1.29% to $104.46 per barrel. Thi
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The Trump administration plans to sell 2,000-pound bombs worth $2.8 billion to Israel.
The Trump administration is preparing to sell 907 kilograms (2,000 pounds) of bombs worth $2.8 billion to Israel, one of the largest such munitions sales in recent years, according to The Washington P
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US charges five people linked to Russian ‘assassination network’
The indictment marks a rare accusation of alleged Kremlin-backed plots on American soil.
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US and China Discuss Cutting Tariffs on American Energy and Agricultural Products Ahead of Next Week's Leaders' Summit
The discussions aim to solidify prospects for an extension to the US-China trade truce.
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Middle East tensions escalate, with the cost of shipping US crude oil to Asia surging to a record $44.8 million.
According to data from the Baltic Exchange, as of this Tuesday, the cost to charter a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) to transport 2 million barrels of crude oil from the US Gulf Coast to China has su
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Japan's August Export Growth Remains Robust, Led by US Shipments, Despite Slight Slowdown
Japan's August Export Growth Remains Robust, Led by US Shipments, Despite Slight Slowdown
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US API Crude Oil Inventory Change 7.14, expected -1.8, prior -0.3, above expectations
API Crude Oil Stock Change: 7.14, expected -1.8, prior -0.3, above expectations Release Time: 2026-09-15 20:30 UTC
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U.S. Senate Republican leaders are considering discussions on a diesel export ban after U.S. diesel prices hit a new all-time high of $6.27 per gallon on Tuesday.
The U.S. Senate Republican leader stated he is open to discussing an export ban on diesel. This follows Tuesday's record-high average U.S. diesel price of $6.27 per gallon, up about 80 cents from a mo
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Nikkei Asia analysis: Global trade is being reshaped as the EU, China, and US shift towards enforcement of their own trade rules
According to a geopolitics strategist specializing in European, Asian, and U.S. relations, legal triage is becoming a central aspect of due diligence in this evolving landscape.
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Vance told the New York Post that the war in Iran would end after the midterm elections and enter a "very different phase."
Vance told the New York Post that the war in Iran would end after the midterm elections and enter a "very different phase." He also noted that Iran occasionally fires on merchant ships, but the United
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Bloomberg: Big Pharma Bets on China's New Drugs, Potentially Impacting US Biotech Dominance
Bloomberg reports that major pharmaceutical companies are looking to China for their next generation of blockbuster drugs. This shift could have profound implications for patients and the future domin
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Michael Saylor retweeted a post from Strategy, stating that Bitcoin has had years of legal and regulatory clarity in the United States.
Michael Saylor retweeted a post from Strategy, stating that Bitcoin has had years of legal and regulatory clarity in the United States.
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Pentagon watchdog warns of munitions ‘shortfall’ after US spent $22bn on ordnance in first four months of Iran war
A Pentagon inspector general warned of “industrial base bottlenecks” after the US military spent $22 billion on ordnance in the first four months of the Iran war, leading to a munitions shortfall.
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Iran's foreign minister claims hundreds of U.S. military sites hit and dozens of aircraft damaged
Iran's foreign minister rejected claims that Iran is defenseless, asserting that these figures were based on Pentagon information and that Tehran will disclose additional details "in due course." The
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