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US Economy On Brink Of Recession, Warns Moody's Chief Economist
The state-level data in the US shows that the country is "on the edge of recession", said Mark Zandi, chief economist at credit rating agency Moody's.
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"Urgent Priority": Nikki Haley Seeks Trump-PM Modi Meet On India-US Ties
Calling the partnership between India and the US a "no-brainer" to counter China, Nikki Haley said it would be a "massive mistake" on Washington's part to let the trade spat with New Delhi escalate into "an enduring rupture."
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World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For
Mosquitoes spread far more than malaria. In India, dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, lymphatic filariasis, Zika and West Nile virus also cause illness and economic loss.
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Trump Says US Will Reap Billions From Tariff Blitz. But Who Pays The Bill?
US President Donald Trump says the United States will reap billions of dollars from his tariff blitz, but who pays the bill?
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130 Russian Towns Could Vanish Soon: The Alarming Reason Behind Their Decline
Recent research warns that 130 small Russian towns, home to 3.4 million people, are at risk of disappearing due to negative demographic trends and declining employment opportunities.
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Superbugs Threaten Millions Of Lives And $2 Trillion Loss By 2050, Study Warns
This finding has led to criticism that recent substantial reductions in foreign aid, particularly in programs combating AMR, are counterproductive.
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AI May Soon Let You Talk To Your Pet, Says New Research Initiative
The London School of Economics is launching a 4 million pounds research centre focused on animal consciousness. One of its key aims is to explore how AI can help humans communicate with their pets, while also examining the ethical risks involved.
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Why We Needn't Worry About Oil Prices Amidst Israel-Iran Conflict (For Now)
The unexpected attack by Israel on Iran, a major oil-producing nation, may undermine anaemic global economic growth and hinder central banks ability to cope in an already uncertain market.
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Earth’s Oceans Enter Danger Zone Due to Rising Acidification, New Study Warns
A new 2025 study published in Global Change Biology shows Earth’s oceans may have entered a dangerous acidification zone in 2020. As CO₂ emissions increase, marine ecosystems are degrading, threatening biodiversity, food security, and coastal economies. Scientists call it a ticking time bomb for the environment and society.
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Trump's Approval Rating Drops To 42%, Economic Concerns Weigh: Poll
President Donald Trump's approval rating ticked slightly lower this week to 42%, matching the lowest level of his new term as Americans kept a dour view of his handling of the US economy, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
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Trump Uncertainty Brings Risk Of "Avoidable" Recession: Economist
The "disorderly" implementation of trade and government reform policies by the administration of President Donald Trump has raised the risk of a "largely avoidable" US economic downturn, a top S&P economist said Wednesday.
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How China's Record Decline In Marriages Is Impacting Its Economic Growth
China's population, the second-largest in the world, is aging rapidly, with roughly 300 million citizens - equivalent to the entire US population expected to enter retirement in the coming decade.
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Increasing Space Debris Risks Aircraft Collisions, Experts Warn
Uncontrolled space debris entering Earth's atmosphere is becoming a growing concern, with rising risks to aircraft safety. A study from the University of British Columbia reveals a 26% chance of debris collisions in high-traffic regions like the Northeastern US and Northern Europe. Recent incidents, such as falling debris from SpaceX’s Starship 7...
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Goldman Sachs Sees India Among Best-Performing Emerging Markets In 2025
Goldman Sachs has projected India to be among the best-performing emerging markets in 2025, given the country's robust macroeconomic stability backed by improving terms of trade, effective inflation targeting, and reliable domestic risk capital.
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Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
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US Economy On Brink Of Recession, Warns Moody's Chief Economist
The state-level data in the US shows that the country is "on the edge of recession", said Mark Zandi, chief economist at credit rating agency Moody's.
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"Urgent Priority": Nikki Haley Seeks Trump-PM Modi Meet On India-US Ties
Calling the partnership between India and the US a "no-brainer" to counter China, Nikki Haley said it would be a "massive mistake" on Washington's part to let the trade spat with New Delhi escalate into "an enduring rupture."
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World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For
Mosquitoes spread far more than malaria. In India, dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, lymphatic filariasis, Zika and West Nile virus also cause illness and economic loss.
-
Trump Says US Will Reap Billions From Tariff Blitz. But Who Pays The Bill?
US President Donald Trump says the United States will reap billions of dollars from his tariff blitz, but who pays the bill?
-
130 Russian Towns Could Vanish Soon: The Alarming Reason Behind Their Decline
Recent research warns that 130 small Russian towns, home to 3.4 million people, are at risk of disappearing due to negative demographic trends and declining employment opportunities.
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Superbugs Threaten Millions Of Lives And $2 Trillion Loss By 2050, Study Warns
This finding has led to criticism that recent substantial reductions in foreign aid, particularly in programs combating AMR, are counterproductive.
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AI May Soon Let You Talk To Your Pet, Says New Research Initiative
The London School of Economics is launching a 4 million pounds research centre focused on animal consciousness. One of its key aims is to explore how AI can help humans communicate with their pets, while also examining the ethical risks involved.
-
Why We Needn't Worry About Oil Prices Amidst Israel-Iran Conflict (For Now)
The unexpected attack by Israel on Iran, a major oil-producing nation, may undermine anaemic global economic growth and hinder central banks ability to cope in an already uncertain market.
-
Earth’s Oceans Enter Danger Zone Due to Rising Acidification, New Study Warns
A new 2025 study published in Global Change Biology shows Earth’s oceans may have entered a dangerous acidification zone in 2020. As CO₂ emissions increase, marine ecosystems are degrading, threatening biodiversity, food security, and coastal economies. Scientists call it a ticking time bomb for the environment and society.
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Trump's Approval Rating Drops To 42%, Economic Concerns Weigh: Poll
President Donald Trump's approval rating ticked slightly lower this week to 42%, matching the lowest level of his new term as Americans kept a dour view of his handling of the US economy, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
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Trump Uncertainty Brings Risk Of "Avoidable" Recession: Economist
The "disorderly" implementation of trade and government reform policies by the administration of President Donald Trump has raised the risk of a "largely avoidable" US economic downturn, a top S&P economist said Wednesday.
-
How China's Record Decline In Marriages Is Impacting Its Economic Growth
China's population, the second-largest in the world, is aging rapidly, with roughly 300 million citizens - equivalent to the entire US population expected to enter retirement in the coming decade.
-
Increasing Space Debris Risks Aircraft Collisions, Experts Warn
Uncontrolled space debris entering Earth's atmosphere is becoming a growing concern, with rising risks to aircraft safety. A study from the University of British Columbia reveals a 26% chance of debris collisions in high-traffic regions like the Northeastern US and Northern Europe. Recent incidents, such as falling debris from SpaceX’s Starship 7...
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Goldman Sachs Sees India Among Best-Performing Emerging Markets In 2025
Goldman Sachs has projected India to be among the best-performing emerging markets in 2025, given the country's robust macroeconomic stability backed by improving terms of trade, effective inflation targeting, and reliable domestic risk capital.
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Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
