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The duelling remarks underscored the whiplash investors have felt as tensions have flared in the relationship between Washington and Beijing[WASHINGTON] US President Donald Trump said that he saw the US as locked in a trade war with China, even as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposed a longer pause on high tariffs on Chinese goods to resolve a conflict over critical minerals. “Well, you are in one now,” Trump said on Wednesday (Oct 15) when asked by a reporter if the world’s two largest economies are in for a sustained trade war if they cannot reach a trade deal. “We have…
As AI reshapes the skills landscape and global competition for financial talent increases, the risk of clinging to traditional talent acquisiton models is clear SINGAPORE’S financial sector is growing fast. Hedge fund assets under management in the Republic grew 37 per cent last year to just over S$6 trillion, according to the Singapore Asset Management Survey 2024. Employment in the financial sector increased by 4,800 in 2023, with senior roles held by Singaporeans trebling over a seven-year period, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong in a speech on Sep 13, 2024. However, this expansion poses a pressing question. How…
Trump says he authorized covert CIA operations in Venezuela – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump confirmed that he has authorized the CIA to go into Venezuela and conduct covert operations. Ed O’Keefe reports.
The bourse, which currently has 26 depository receipts listed, plans to expand its offerings to include Vietnam companies next year[SINGAPORE] Local investors can now gain simplified access to three Indonesian blue-chip companies – Bank Central Asia, Telkom Indonesia and Indofood CBP – through newly listed Singapore Depository Receipts (SDRs) on the Singapore Exchange (SGX).Issued by Phillip Securities, the Indonesia SDRs give investors beneficial ownership in shares of these three companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The companies are constituents of the benchmark IDX30 Index, which tracks Indonesia’s 30 largest stocks. SDRs are unsponsored depository receipts that provide holders…
WHITTIER, Calif., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Acute Rehabilitation Unit has been awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2025, ranking #7 in the State of California. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. “This honor reflects the unwavering dedication of our nursing and rehabilitation teams, who provide compassionate, patient-centered care every day,” said PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Irena Zuanic DHA MSN RN. “Their expertise and teamwork help our patients achieve remarkable recoveries and regain their independence.”…
Mike McDaniel came into the NFL season on the hot seat, which hasn’t changed. Tua Tagovailoa, though, has turned the heat up on himself. Following the Miami Dolphins’ 29-27 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Tagovailoa pointed out in his postgame press conference that some of his teammates were showing up late to players-only meetings. After a handful of former players ripped Tagovailoa, the Dolphins quarterback apologized for the remark on Wednesday. “I’ve made a mistake and I’m owning up to that right now,” Tagovailoa told reporters on Wednesday. “I’ve talked to guys on the team about it, talked to…
Apple’s Ke Yang, the newly tapped executive leading an effort to develop a ChatGPT-like AI-driven web search, is stepping down to join Meta, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people with knowledge of the matter.Reuters could not immediately verify the report. Apple, Meta and Yang did not immediately respond to Reuters’ requests for comment.
It’s a must-win game for the Blue Jays, and a chance to protect home field for the Mariners. Only one MLB team has ever overcome a 3-0 series deficit. In Game 3 of the ALCS (8:08 p.m. ET) Toronto needs a win to avoid that almost insurmountable margin, while Seattle can take a commanding lead in the series. The Blue Jays will send Shane Bieber to the mound, whom they acquired in a midseason trade, and the Mariners will start George Kirby, who pitched a gem in the close-out Game 5 in the ALDS. Will the Mariners keep it rolling,…
UNITED Airlines reported a slight dip in profits on Wednesday as operating expenses ticked higher, adding that a strengthening demand outlook would boost fourth-quarter results.The big US carrier reported third-quarter profits of US$949 million, down 1.7 per cent from the year-ago level, as growth in operating expenses edged out the increase in revenues of 2.6 per cent to US$15.2 billion.The company estimated fourth-quarter profits of between US$3.00 and US$3.50 per share, better than Wall Street estimates.United is poised for a “strong” fourth quarter “as the demand environment strengthens,” said a United press release.The outlook echoes bullish commentary about consumer appetite…
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — The ongoing government shutdown is delaying the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for tens of millions of beneficiaries.Originally scheduled for Wednesday, the 2024 Social Security COLA announcement will now be Oct. 24. It is timed to the September Consumer Price Index, which also has not yet been released.The agency adjusts its benefits every year based on inflation. The postponement of the announcement is the most recent example of how the government shutdown, entering its third week and with little progress made toward a resolution, has made it more difficult for people to…