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Ramadan reinforces gold market momentum in Qatar despite record global prices: report

Doha, Qatar: The holy month of Ramadan continues to consolidate its position as a peak season for the gold market in Qatar, despite unprecedented glob...

Peninsula Qatar - Opinion - 1 hour ago

The ECB chief says she'll complete her term, despite reports of an early exit to influence the French election.

ECB chief Christine Lagarde insists she’ll complete her term, despite reports of an early exit to influence the French election. DW asks whether Europe must better shield its institutions from a rising far right.

Deutsche Welle - World - 3 hours ago

British Gas boss pockets £3.6m bonus despite company profits halving

Chris O’Shea’s total pay package for 2025 was £4.73 million

Independent UK - Business - 4 hours ago

Hilary Duff opens up about marriage fears despite strong bond with Matthew Koma

Hilary Duff admits she often worries her husband might one day leave her for someone else.Duff made the admission in a recent interview, saying she frequently has dreams about her husband, Matthew...

International The News - Entertainment - 8 hours ago

Iran rebuilding nuclear program despite Trump talks, opposition figure claims

Iran is reportedly working to rebuild nuclear sites damaged during June 22 "Midnight Hammer" operation as the regime participates in Geneva talks.

Fox News - Politics - 10 hours ago

King Charles III opens London fashion week despite brother's arrest

London Fashion Week launched on Thursday with a rare visit from King Charles III only hours after his brother Andrew’s sensational arrest -- his presence overshadowing an event traditionally focused on revealing new talent.

CTV News - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

U.S. trade deficit totaled $901 billion in 2025, barely budging despite Trump tariffs

The U.S. trade deficit swelled in December, closing out a year in which the imbalance was essentially unchanged.

CNBC - US News - 20 hours ago

ICE deports Congolese mother despite fears she could be killed

A Congolese mother who fled her home country to escape years of abuse has been deported from the United States, with lawyers warning that she now faces a serious risk of being killed. According to...

International The News - World - 21 hours ago

U.S. trade deficit declined in 2025, but gap for goods hits a record despite Trump tariffs

WASHINGTON — The U.S. trade deficit slipped modestly in 2025, a year in which President Donald Trump upended global commerce by slapping double digit tariffs on imports from most countries. But the ga

The Columbian - Business - 21 hours ago

Mary Regan: Despite all the talk, the Coalition has ducked a social media ban for under-16s

It’s been 10 months since Simon Harris announced his intention to ban social media for children under the age of 16, declaring a “ticking time bomb” in rel...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 23 hours ago

Alberta Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux crosses floor to Liberals, despite November statement

In November 2025, Edmonton Riverbend MP Matt Jeneroux said he would resign amid swirling rumours that he was planning to join the Liberal Party's caucus. On Wednesday, the Conservative crossed the floor. Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a statement posted on X that Jeneroux will serve as a special advisor on economic and security partnerships.

CBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Holiday Inn owner opens 443 hotels as sales grow despite 'turbulent' conditions

IHG, which also runs the Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo brands, revealed that total revenue grew by 5% to 5.19 billion dollars (£3.8 billion).

Evening Standard - Business - 3 days ago

Oscar-nominated director Jafar Panahi says he will return to Iran despite looming arrest -- Sara Jabakhanji -- News

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi says he plans to return to Iran after Oscar season is over, despite the looming threat of his arrest amid a government crackdown on protests that has killed thousands and detained many more.

CBC News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Oil prices rise on US inflation optimism despite OPEC supply concern

Doha, Qatar: Oil prices settled marginally higher on Friday after data showed an overall slowdown in US inflation, helping offset supply concerns as O...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 5 days ago

Grocery prices in Chicago have climbed double digits in the last year despite Trump's vow to lower them

The Sun-Times has been checking the prices of 35 common grocery items at four Chicago stores for the past year and most items haven't become cheaper.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Reeves insists no change in strategy despite sluggish economic growth

‘We've got the right economic plan,’ chancellor insists despite growth sitting at 0.1 per cent

Independent UK - Business - 8 days ago

Talks with US were 'very good start' despite uncertainty, says Iran

The delegations have retreat to consult with leaders as talks will continue in Muscat

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 13 days ago

Police Have 'Not Identified a Suspect' in Nancy Guthrie's Disappearance, Despite Reports

Police have "not identified a suspect" in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom Nancy Guthrie, a Pima County Sheriff's spokesperson tells PEOPLE. Despite reports of potential suspects or arrest, authorities are still searching for leads nearly 72 hours after Nancy was first reported missing from her Arizona home.

People - Entertainment - 15 days ago

Users flock to open source Moltbot for always-on AI, despite major risks

The open source "Jarvis" chats via WhatsApp but requires access to your files and accounts.

Ars Technica - Business - 23 days ago

Amazon to appeal against Italian Antitrust fine despite major reduction

U.S. e-commerce giant Amazon said on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, that it would appeal against a decision by ‌an Italian court that reduced a fine imposed by ‌the country's antitrust...

International The News - Business - 1 month ago

Why is Pentagon embracing Elon Musk's controversial AI Grok? -- The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

First Post - Technology - 1 month ago

Despite risks, Hong Kong teenagers turn to chatbots for counselling

Around 20 percent of secondary school students in Hong Kong exhibit moderate to severe depression, anxiety, and stress, but nearly half are reluctant to reach out when facing mental health issues.

Global Voices - Health - 4 months ago

Popular Chinese brands bet big on US consumers despite tariff threats

The United States has seen an influx of popular Chinese firms placing big bets on American consumers. Analysts say the conditions are ripe for companies to succeed in the US, but warn that President Donald Trump’s tariffs might stand in the way. Despite the ongoing trade war, brands like Luckin Coffee, Heytea, and Po

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 6 months ago

Despite Trump's Win, School Vouchers Were Again Rejected by Majorities of Voters

In several Republican-led states, popular sentiment on the voucher issue has been overridden by the efforts of special interest groups and powerful governors who have enacted sweeping voucher programs that often benefit affluent families.

ProPublica - Politics - 7 months ago