Brazil’s Lula welcomes China’s Xi for state visit as ties between countries strengthen
RIO DE JANEIRO — RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday welcomed China’s President Xi Jinping for a state visit at the Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, the latest sign of deepening ties between the two countries that analysts say may accelerate as Donald Trump returns to the White…
Stock Market Today: Stocks Close Mixed Amid War Angst, Nvidia Anxiety
Stocks slumped as rising geopolitical tensions and anxiety about the state of all things AI sapped the market’s appetite for risk assets. An escalation in the war between Russia and Ukraine and Nvidia’s third-quarter earnings release slated for release after the close lifted defensive sectors, while safe havens such as the dollar and gold caught…
Home Prices Set to Rise in Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia in 2025, Analysts Say
Property prices in Asia’s major markets are expected to rise over the next year with Hong Kong leading the projected gains, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. Beyond Hong Kong, homes in Singapore, Australia and Japan will all become more expensive in 2025, a reportBloomberg Terminal from BI found. For Hong Kong, the numbers reverse a years-long…
Japan says it will watch China’s military activity after Beijing admits violating Japanese airspace
Japanese officials said Wednesday they are closely watching to see if China keeps its promise to prevent further violations of Japan’s airspace after explaining that an incursion by a Chinese military aircraft nearly three months ago was unintentional and caused by turbulence. Tokyo protested and sought an explanation from Beijing after a Chinese Y-9 reconnaissance…
RFK Jr’s abortion ‘issue’: Senate GOP plans to scrutinize Trump HHS pick’s position
Senate Republicans are preparing to probe Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. on his pro-choice stance after the former presidential candidate was selected by President-elect Trump to be his nominee to head the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, a former Democrat, has concerned a number of Senate Republicans over his espoused views on abortion. His…
Finding peace in the age of the smartphone | Opinion
PITTSBURGH (TNS) — About 25 years ago, my family was vacationing in New Jersey, and my dad and I went golfing. On the way to the course, the car started acting up — the battery was dying. This was before the days of smartphones, so we relied on highway signage and good fortune to limp to…
Billie Jean King Cup: Jasmine Paolini leads Italy to title with victory against Slovakia in Malaga | Tennis News
An inspired Jasmine Paolini led Italy to a fifth Billie Jean King Cup title as they beat Slovakia 2-0 in the final in Malaga. Paolini put on a tennis masterclass as she beat Rebecca Sramkova 6-2 6-1 in the second singles rubber to wrap up victory in the final on Wednesday after Lucia Bronzetti overcame…
Holistic Approaches to Autism: Integrating Lifestyle, Wellness, and Therapeutic Interventions
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that impacts millions worldwide, presenting challenges in social interaction, communication, and behavior. With 1 in 36 children in the U.S. now diagnosed with ASD, the demand for comprehensive, tailored care has never been more critical. This article delves into evidence-based therapeutic interventions, lifestyle strategies, and cutting-edge…
Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump’s return
Getty Images Russia has resumed large-scale missile strikes on Ukraine as it seeks to maximise its military advantage In a matter of days US President Joe Biden’s administration and Russia have made separate – but significant – moves aimed at influencing the outcome of the war in Ukraine, two months ahead of Donald Trump’s return…
Dow closes higher, Nasdaq down ahead of Nvidia earnings
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) ends the trading day in positive territory, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) dips lower ahead of Nvidia’s (NVDA) third quarter earnings release. Market Domination Overtime’s Julie Hyman and Yahoo Finance markets and data editor Jared Blikre recap Wednesday’s market action, eyeing movements in volatility (^VIX) and Treasury yields (^TYX,…
