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Asian markets rose on Thursday as investors extended this week’s rally. The gains came after fresh data from the United States strengthened expectations that the Federal Reserve may begin a new cycle of interest rate cuts. In recent months, markets worldwide have surged to record or near-record levels. Optimism has grown that the Fed could return to monetary easing to support the economy, which shows signs of slowing. Investors now expect more rate cuts, building confidence across equities. Last week, US job creation figures came in far below forecasts. A separate report revealed that more than 900,000 fewer new jobs…

The death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has shaken the United States, sparking a political firestorm and a nationwide conversation on violence in public life. Kirk, co-founder of the youth group Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during a campus event in Utah on Wednesday. He was answering a student’s question about gun violence when a single shot rang out from the crowd, ending his life instantly. Authorities say the attacker managed to escape in the chaos that followed, prompting a massive search. Police officers and federal agents have been going door-to-door in nearby neighborhoods, using helicopters and drones…

An 18-year-old Brisbane teenager has faced court on Brisbane terrorism charges after police allegedly discovered extremist material, chemical substances, and data linked to violent activity during a major raid this week. The teenager, identified as Max Belter, appeared before Brisbane magistrates court on Thursday. He was arrested after a joint counter-terrorism taskforce carried out a search of his family home in The Gap, a suburb in Brisbane’s north. Investigators told the court that during Tuesday’s raid, officers seized electronic devices, chemicals, and documents that they allege point to a concerning level of extremist activity. Authorities claim Belter had videos and…

Eyewitnesses saw Charlie Kirk take a gunshot to the neck before aides rushed him from the stage. US President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death on Wednesday, calling him “great, and even legendary.” Trump praised Kirk for understanding American youth and sent condolences to his wife Erika and family. Chaos at Utah Valley University Videos show Kirk speaking under a tent when a single shot struck, spraying blood from his neck. Turning Point spokesperson Aubrey Laitsch confirmed the shooting earlier, asking supporters to pray for Kirk. Police detained a suspect immediately but later released the individual as authorities launched an investigation.…

Larry Ellison overtook Elon Musk as the world’s richest person after Oracle shares surged more than 40% in early trading.Ellison’s 41% stake is now valued at $393bn, narrowly ahead of Musk’s $384bn fortune, Bloomberg reported.The jump marked Oracle’s biggest single-day increase and the largest wealth gain ever on Bloomberg’s index.The pair lead comfortably ahead of Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos in the global billionaire rankings.Ellison, 81, also holds stakes in Tesla, owns a Hawaiian island, a sailing team, and a tennis tournament.He invested $1bn in Musk’s Twitter purchase and previously sat on Tesla’s board.Musk has often described Ellison as a…

Donald Trump urges the European Union to introduce tariffs of up to 100 percent on China and India. He hopes to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin and force an end to the war in Ukraine. Trump calls for tougher stance on Russia The US president made his appeal during a meeting with EU officials on Tuesday. Both sides discussed new ways to weaken Russia’s economy further. According to a source, Trump pressed for the highest possible tariffs on China and India. He had pledged to end the conflict on the “first day” of his presidency. Yet peace talks between Moscow…

Allies align economic measures to restrict Moscow’s financial and energy resources WASHINGTON, Sept 9 — In response to a surge in Russian military strikes on Ukraine, officials from the United States and the European Union convened in Washington to plan strengthened sanctions designed to limit Moscow’s financial and energy capabilities. The talks highlighted the urgency of a coordinated approach to maximize the impact on Kremlin resources. The meeting, held at the U.S. Treasury Department, included Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan. Discussions focused on broadening restrictions on Russian oil exports and refining operations, vital revenue streams…

Apple will debut its slimmest iPhone on Tuesday at its Cupertino headquarters during its annual “awe-dropping” showcase.The iPhone 17 lineup will include standard, Pro, and Pro Max models, plus the new iPhone Air, the lightest flagship yet.Apple will also reveal the Apple Watch series 11 and new AirPods, possibly featuring live translation to rival Google.The company will announce launch dates for iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe during the highly anticipated event. Tariffs and AI Shape Apple’s Future Trump’s proposed tariffs threaten Apple’s supply chain, but Tim Cook has shifted production to India to reduce risks.Apple may face higher costs, but…

Israeli forces attacked senior Hamas officials in Doha on Tuesday, intensifying their campaign called “Summit of Fire.” Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office stated Israel planned and executed the strike independently and accepts full responsibility. Eyewitnesses reported explosions and smoke rising over the Katara district as the Israeli air force carried out the mission. Casualty Reports Remain Unclear Unconfirmed reports suggest four Hamas Political Bureau members may have died or remain missing after the attack. Qatari officials confirmed no deaths so far but said residential buildings housing Hamas leaders sustained damage. The Qatari Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as reckless and launched…

Shutdown extended in UK and abroad Jaguar Land Rover will keep its UK factories closed until at least Wednesday. The company is still grappling with the aftermath of a cyber attack that struck more than a week ago. Production at Halewood, Solihull and Wolverhampton remains suspended. Sites in Slovakia, China and India also remain offline. Staff on the production lines have been told to stay home. The company shut down its IT systems on 31 August to protect them from damage. The move caused heavy disruption. Efforts to restart systems Jaguar Land Rover says it is working continuously to restore…