STOCKHOLM — The Nobel memorial prize in economics was awarded Monday to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson…
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The Nobel economics prize is awarded to 3 experts for research into differences in prosperity between nations
The Nobel economics prize is awarded to 3 experts for research into differences in prosperity between…
China’s exports slow sharply in September, adding to worries over the economy
HONG KONG — China’s exports slowed sharply in September as global demand weakened, adding to worries…
Asian shares gain after China says more help is needed for its slowing economy
BANGKOK — Asian shares gained ground on Monday, with stocks in China rising more than 2%…
Macao’s former top judge is chosen as the Chinese casino hub’s first leader born in mainland China
MACAO — Macao’s former top judge, Sam Hou Fai, was chosen as the Chinese casino hub’…
China’s Premier Li talks trade in Vietnam despite differences over South China Sea
BANGKOK — China agreed Sunday to assist Vietnam on cross-border railway development and take steps to…
Powerful storm knocks out power to 1.4 million homes in Brazil’s largest city
Around 1.4 million homes in Sao Paulo, Brazil, are without power almost 24 hours after a…
Ex-Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who nearly got Scotland’s independence from UK, dies at 69
LONDON — Alex Salmond, the former first minister of Scotland who for decades championed Scotland’s independence…
UK leader Keir Starmer is marking 100 days in office. It has been a rocky ride
LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer marks 100 days in office Saturday with little cause…
China’s finance minister says there is room for more economic stimulus but offers no plan
BEIJING — The Chinese government is looking at additional ways to boost the economy, Finance Minister…