The IMF has downgraded global growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026, warning that new U.S. tariffs and trade tensions with China could trigger inflation and economic fragmentation.
Tens of thousands of protesters in Brussels brought the city to a halt on October 14, 2025, in a massive strike against government plans to reform the pension system, causing flight cancellations and a public transit shutdown.
General Motors announces a $1.6 billion earnings hit due to slowing electric vehicle demand, asset write-downs, and the abrupt end of federal EV tax credits.
Maine Governor Janet Mills launches Senate bid to unseat Susan Collins, but must first survive a heated Democratic primary featuring progressive newcomer Graham Platner.
A fragile cease-fire has raised hopes for rebuilding Gaza—but with an estimated $53 billion price tag, questions remain over funding, security, and who benefits.
Major U.S. banks posted better-than-expected third-quarter profits, attributing their success to a resilient economy, strong consumer spending, and rebounding deal activity.
Facing impeachment over weeks of protests, Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina dissolved parliament in a controversial move that opposition leaders call unconstitutional.
Russia has added dozens of antiwar exiles to its terrorism list, escalating its global campaign against dissent and raising alarms among human rights advocates.
At 33, Zohran Mamdani has emerged as the favorite to become New York City’s next mayor—a democratic socialist with a bold agenda and a grassroots army behind him.
The Trump administration has approved a $20 billion economic lifeline for Argentina ahead of President Javier Milei’s White House visit, tying the bailout to sweeping free-market reforms and closer U.S. alignment.