UK’s Annual Economic Growth In Second Quarter Less Than Previously Estimated
Consumer spending, investment and trade fell short of estimates but a rebound in household income was the silver lining.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani Calls For Nuclear Deal In 3 To 6 Months
President Rouhani said he was authorized by Iran’s Supreme Leader to reach an agreement with the West over Tehran’s nuclear program.
Crime Committed Against Jews By Nazis ‘Reprehensible,’ Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani Says About The Holocaust; Or Did He?
President Hassan Rouhani's remarks, which came during a CNN interview, have been subject to various interpretations.
Alibaba Eyes US As IPO Destination After Hong Kong Talks Fall Through: Report
The Chinese e-commerce giant is valued at $120 billion, compared to Facebook’s $100 billion valuation prior to its IPO in May 2012.
NSA Infiltrated Indian Missions In Washington And New York With Bugs Capable Of Copying Entire Computer Hard Drives: Report
Indian diplomats expressed alarm over the extent of spying, which is suspected to have affected India’s stand on international issues.
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta Declares Victory In Nairobi Mall Siege; But Death Toll Feared To Rise
But, the death toll could exceed the current estimate as operations are under way to retrieve bodies of the victims and militants.
Smithfield Foods Shareholders Approve $4.7 Billion Acquisition By China's Shuanghui
The $4.7 billion sale of Smithfield, the world's largest pork producer, to China’s Shuanghui was approved by an overwhelming majority.
China To Lift Ban On Facebook, Twitter In New Shanghai Free-Trade Zone: Report
The move is seen as an effort to lure more foreign businesses to the latest addition to China’s bustling commercial hub.
India Among Top 5 NSA Targets Alongside Iran, Pakistan And Above China, Russia, Brazil: Report
NSA allegedly intercepted data on India’s domestic politics, and strategic and economic interests, including its nuclear and space programs.
Nairobi Westgate Mall Siege: Fresh Round Of Gunfire, Explosion Reported; Militants, Civilians Reportedly Still Inside
Militants continue to hold some civilians hostage in the Westgate mall, an official said.
Egypt Court Bans Muslim Brotherhood And ‘Any Institution Belonging’ To It; Orders Seizure Of Funds, Assets
The ban is the latest blow to the Brotherhood, Egypt’s oldest and largest Islamist movement, from the military-backed government’s crackdown.
Malaysian Airline AirAsia’s Business In India Rises As It Looks To Set Up Indian Joint Venture
AirAsia, which will soon begin flying to smaller cities and towns in India, has made a solid start in the country.
Euro Zone Service Activity Surges To 27-Month High In September; Euro Zone Manufacturing Expands, But France Disappoints
The euro zone service sector saw the largest rise in activity since June 2011, while the manufacturing expansion rate slowed.
US Investigating Kenya Mall Siege After Claims That Americans Were Part Of The Militant Group
The FBI has launched an investigation into claims that Americans were part of the al-Shabab attack on a Nairobi mall.
Nuclear Bomb Dropped In 1961 In North Carolina Was A Switch Away From Exploding: Report
“One simple low voltage switch stood between the United States and a major catastrophe,” a declassified document revealed.
Obama Unveils Proposal To Cut Carbon Emissions From New US Power Plants Amid Severe Backlash
The first-ever attempt by the federal government to impose limits on carbon emissions faces strong criticism.
Ecuador Suffers Yet Another Setback In Case Against Chevron As International Tribunal Absolves The Company Of Responsibility For ‘Collective’ Damage
An arbitration panel in The Hague released Chevron of any liability in “collective” environmental damage claims.
Obama Open To Improving Relations With Iran As President Rouhani Proposes To Broker Talks Between Syrian Government And Opposition
Rouhani reached out to the U.S. and its allies ahead of his visit to New York next week to attend the U.N. General Assembly summit.
Reserve Bank Of India Raises Key Interest Rate Citing High Inflation, Surprises Market Participants
The Reserve Bank of India, now led by a new governor -- Raghuram Rajan -- raised a key interest rate, catching markets off guard.
Oil Spills Linked To Floods Reported In Colorado; Drilling Activities Temporarily Suspended
Anadarko Corp. reported two major oil spills, while the state’s energy regulator said they are tracking eight other smaller spills.
Syrian President Bashar Assad Said He Needs A Year And ‘Lots Of Money’ To Destroy Syria's Chemical Weapons
Bashar Assad said dismantling the country's chemical weapons will be “complicated” and require “a lot of money.”
Alzheimer’s Research Receives $45 Million Federal Funding Amid Sequester Cuts
The grant, which comes amid tough budget cuts, suggests the disease is on its way to becoming a priority for policymakers.
Japan’s All Industry Activity Rose In July Above Expectations After June Decline
Industry activity marginally beat expectations, while August's trade deficit was less than forecast.
Starbucks CEO Asks Customers Not To Carry Guns In Its Stores But Does Not Impose Outright Ban
The coffee chain, which has been caught in the middle of the gun-control debate, stopped short of placing an outright ban.
Boeing Dreamliner 787-9 Completes First Test Flight
The newest addition to the Dreamliner 787 family can carry as many as 290 passengers and will be priced at $249.5 million.
US Government Set To Seize New York City Building Linked To Iran In ‘Largest-Ever Terrorism-Related Forfeiture’
The Justice Department said the building is secretly owned by Iran and that it has been used to transfer funds to Iran's Bank Melli.
Pentagon To Review Security And Access At US Bases Worldwide After Navy Yard Shooting; Audit Finds Security Lapses In Vetting Vendors
An audit, published hours after Monday’s Navy Yard shooting, found significant security lapses in clearing vendors and support personnel.
Costa Concordia Pulled Upright In An Operation That Cost $800 Million
The ship will be fully inspected before it is repaired to be towed away and subsequently taken apart.
Will India’s Onion Prices, Which Have Jumped 245%, Dictate India’s Central Bank Policy Review?
India has pinned its hopes on the new central bank chief, Raghuram Rajan, to tackle high inflation, a weak rupee and slowing growth.
Gmail ‘Preferred’ Online Communication Service Of ‘Terrorists Worldwide,’ Says Former Director Of NSA And CIA Michael Hayden
Michael Hayden also said the U.S. could be “charged with the militarization” of the Internet over cyberattacks on foreign targets.
