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Zelenskyy in Norway as Russian strikes kill at least 7

Elena Marchetti October 20, 2026

As Russian strikes kill at least seven and cut power across Ukraine, Zelenskyy is in Norway seeking more Western support amid doubts about U.S. aid.

Norway sovereign wealth fund wrestles with Gaza divestment

Leilani Santos October 19, 2026

Norway’s giant sovereign wealth fund faces pressure over investments linked to the Israel-Hamas war, prompting a political debate and a temporary rule change.

South Korea chip boom expected to run through 2027

Leilani Santos October 17, 2026

South Korea’s finance minister Lee Hyoung-Il says the chip boom should extend through 2027, citing a wide demand-supply gap even as tech stocks remain volatile.

Tigray caretaker administration set as ex-fighters register

Elena Marchetti October 16, 2026

Ethiopia formed a Tigray caretaker administration for six months as former fighters register to return to civilian life amid renewed clashes and regional tensions.

Inflation rises, but Trump economy message stays upbeat

Leilani Santos October 15, 2026

Despite a hotter inflation report, the Trump economy message remains upbeat as he campaigns ahead of the midterms, urging voters to back Republicans.

Big banks flag AI financing risks but keep funding

Elena Marchetti October 15, 2026

Top U.S. bank CEOs acknowledge AI financing risks tied to the surge in buildouts, yet see no need to slow investments at this stage.

Taiwan to buy 30% of gas from Alaska LNG project, Trump says

Leilani Santos October 14, 2026

Trump says Taiwan agreed to purchase 30% of gas from the Alaska LNG project for 20 years, while details remain unclear and South Korea’s role is disputed.

IMF world growth forecast edges up, slowdown seen by 2027

Elena Marchetti October 13, 2026

The IMF lifts its outlook to 3.1% this year, saying AI demand is offsetting higher energy prices, but warns inflation will rise and growth will slow by 2027.

How personalized pricing shapes what shoppers see and pay

Leilani Santos October 12, 2026

An economist explains how personalized pricing uses shopper data to tailor products and prices, raising privacy and fairness concerns for consumers.

Black Sea attacks choke Ukraine, Russia grain harvests

Leilani Santos October 10, 2026

Black Sea attacks are trapping millions of tons of grain in Ukraine and Russia, pressuring farmers, prices and global food supplies as risks persist.

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