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Economists say much depends on how those numbers fall and how coalition agreements are struck.

DHL Global Forwarding aims to boost its operations in the eastern area of the UAE as part of its strategy to maintain operational agility amid the uncertainty over the Iran war, its regional chief executive has said. The cargo and freight unit of German logistics major DHL Group does not see the geopolitical situation changing its €500 million ($557.5 millio

Healthcare stocks may struggle to find momentum as the Democrats get ready to take over Congress.

<p>National party will be largest in parliament but ultimate shape of next government won’t be settled for some time</p><p>New Zealand could be facing a weeks-long wait to know the shape of its next government, after its nail-biting election failed to hand a decisive victory to either the incumbent rightwing coalition or opposition left bloc.</p><p>On prelim

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The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ had their worst day Thursday since April 2025, with tech stocks and companies tied to AI among the biggest losers. Investors say it’s all about the uncertainty over how a Democratically-controlled Congress will work with President Donald Trump. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY.

As the vast David Jones empire faces a precarious existence, a new city icon is about to open.

The Fair Work Ombudsman says Setka mounted a remorseless and public campaign against Stephen McBurney.

The day after the vote, the Japanese government said that it intends to honor its promise to invest $550 billion in the U.S.

The budget comes just two days after the U.S. midterm elections that saw voters deliver a stark rebuke to the administration south of the border over the soaring cost of living.

Running back Jonathan Taylor, who is the subject of talks between the Colts and multiple teams ahead of the NFL trade deadline, said he's ready for some finality after weeks of speculation about his future.

Oil prices on Thursday rebounded from a steep decline, as investors continued to analyse the direction of the Iran conflict following the victory of Democrats in the US midterm elections . Brent, the benchmark for two thirds of the world's oil, was up 2.47 per cent to $96.96 a barrel at 7.11pm UAE time, having gained more than 3 per cent earlier. West Texas

Francois-Philippe Champagne has said the budget has less to do with the ongoing trade war with Donald Trump and more about building Canada’s sovereignty, economic security.

A lawyer has urged the NBA, AGF, and Body of Benchers to resolve the uncertainty over the appeal process for Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee dec Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-agf-benchers-urged-to-resolve-lpdc-appeal-uncertainty/

Gold prices could face renewed selling pressure amid uncertainty after US Democrats won control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, potentially prompting fears of further military escalation in the Middle East, says YLG Bullion &amp; Futures.

Miami star receiver Malachi Toney is uncertain for Saturday's game against Notre Dame due to an ankle injury, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel and Max Olson on Wednesday.

Apple, Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft stock was up after the midterms, while stocks tied to Trump advisor Elon Musk and data centers fell on Wednesday.

Canadian manufacturers battered by tariffs are optimistic the U.S. midterm election results could mark a turning point in the trade dispute between Canada and the United States.

Oil prices continued to decline on Wednesday, falling to their lowest levels in nearly two months, as the market sought signals on the direction of the US-Iran war after the Democrats resoundingly won in the US midterm elections . Brent, the benchmark for two thirds of the world's oil, slid 8.47 per cent to $94.83 a barrel at 8.58pm UAE time. West Texas Inte

German business is pinning its hopes on greater stability in US trade relations after a midterm blow for Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Germany's automakers appear to be feeling less gloomy than in recent years.

<p>KATHMANDU: Rajesh Rai from Khotang was preparing to return home after three years in Saudi Arabia to celebrate Dashain with family. His employer had granted him a month’s leave and he had an exit-re-entry visa. He had booked an October 11 Air Arabia flight from Riyadh to Kathmandu via Sharjah.</p> <p>But a day before departure, Houthi rebels attacked <a h

Stocks had their best day in months. Shares of Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Tesla declined, however, after the billionaire spent heavily to support Republicans.

Major League Baseball has proposed delaying the implementation of a salary cap until 2028 while it puts into place other elements of its labor offer for 2027.

Markets volatile ahead of US midterm elections

Several Middle Eastern countries are raising their preparedness by running safety drills at key sites, increasing food supplies and testing military capabilities. The move comes as Iran's attacks on shipping lanes strain supply chains and as US-Iran negotiations fail to reach a breakthrough, raising the prospects of a wider war. US President Donald Trump’s r

Former world number one Lee Westwood says he has not signed for LIV 2.0, while two-time major champion Jon Rahm did not want to "follow the path" of the proposed version.

The deal meant goods up to 1kg could previously be posted at a flat rate.

SEOUL, Nov. 3 (Yonhap) -- Japanese Ambassador to South Korea Koichi Mizushima on...

Vikings QB Kyler Murray's status for the Week 9 game against the Bills is uncertain due to a sore hamstring.

The hearing Monday was the second time the Massachusetts mother has been in court since her trial ended with a deadlocked jury in September after jurors were unable to agree on a verdict. Its focus was a motion from the defense to dismiss the charges on double jeopardy grounds.

SEOUL/ISTANBUL, Nov. 2 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is an important potential partner...

<p>THE battle between the Election Commission of Pakistan and the provincial and federal governments has been an almost permanent feature of Pakistan’s electoral scene since 2010, when the responsibility for holding local government elections was entrusted to the Commission under the 18th Amendment.</p> <p>Currently, the ECP is fighting a four-way battle — w

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Both sides signed a digital trade deal, as Trump's trade threats push Washington's allies to seek closer ties elsewhere.

At the heart of the negotiations is the issue of a salary cap that would limit how much MLB's 30 teams can spend on player salaries.

The Colts' Jonathan Taylor confirmed he has not asked for a trade amid the team's roster overhaul, but he acknowledged that any and all changes are possible.

Israelis awaited final election results Thursday amid indications that neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies nor opposition parties, including Arab-led factions,...

Net income climbed 13% from a year earlier to ¥103.7 billion ($657 million) between July and September.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition and that of the opposition both appeared to be short of a majority, potentially setting up return to political volatility.

Three days of secret talks resulted in Mark Walter flipping the Lakers -- and reignited yet another round of bickering among the six Buss siblings.

U.K. trade chief previously warned that constant "constitutional questions" cause "a lot of uncertainty for business."

President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is traveling to China on a state visit in a period of political and economic uncertainty. Germany is seeking alternative partners in the region but also wants good ties with Beijing.

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Question: I bought a two-bedroom apartment in February from Emaar at Expo City, in Terra Gardens. It’s a first-floor unit of around 1,100 sq ft, for which I paid Dh2.237 million ($609,000). So far, I’ve paid 20 per cent towards the property , plus the 4 per cent Dubai Land Department fee. I’ve been feeling a bit nervous recently given the current geopolitica

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Ex-Chelsea boss Antonio Conte denies Manchester United link, says reports he demanded full control of club 'unfounded'.

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As Beijing hosts a pivotal leadership meeting, attention is focused on who has fallen from favour and who could emerge as the next generation of China’s rulers.

<p>CONSIDERING the poor state of bilateral relations between Pakistan and India, there is always a possibility of miscalculating a situation, especially in the absence of regular contact.</p> <p>These concerns take on greater importance in the nuclear domain. In this regard, officials associated with Pakistan’s nuclear programme have rightly warned that Indi

A rudderless government looks unable to respond

The country’s audiovisual sector saw its first inwards investment drop since 2018, the 8th annual APA report revealed at the MIA Market in Rome.

The Rivers State Police Command is investigating a boat capsize in Kula which led to loss of life after a confrontation over an oil spill. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-rivers-boat-capsize-casualty-figure-uncertain/

Investment in content production destined for Italy’s film TV and streaming industries dropped 7.4% to €2 billion ($2.24 billion) in 2025, compared with the previous year, with the scripted sphere suffering most amid uncertainty over government support of the country’s tax credits and the ongoing transition in viewership from linear to streaming. That is the

Draft rules on the export of artificial intelligence technology show how China is trying to balance national security risks with its desire to outpace the United States.