China, Philippines accuse each other of ramming ships in South China Sea
Beijing claims almost the entire South China Sea, including parts claimed by the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan and Vietnam.
China’s weak factory activity data raises pressure for consumer stimulus
Sentiment remains gloomy among manufacturers as a years-long property crisis keeps domestic demand in the doldrums and Western curbs loom.
India outperforms other major economies even as growth slows in April-June
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken several steps to boost the economy since recent national elections.
Hong Kong expects further retail challenges as July sales fall 11.8% from a year ago
A government spokesman said the decline in the value of total retail sales was due to the continued impact of the change in consumption patterns.
The first election in a decade is planned in Indian-controlled Kashmir. Here’s what to know
Muslim-majority Kashmir is divided between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan and claimed in its entirety by both.
Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try a 4-day workweek
The Japanese government first expressed support for a shorter working week in 2021, after lawmakers endorsed the idea.
The princess and the shaman: Norway’s royal wedding unlike any other
Princess Märtha Louise’s marriage to Durek Verrett, an American spiritual healer and self-professed shaman, is mired in controversy and criticism.
SpaceX Falcon 9 may resume flights while FAA probe underway
The SpaceX Falcon 9 vehicle may return to flight operations while the overall investigation of the anomaly during a recent Starlink mission remains open.
These stocks could see a good September after forming a ‘golden cross’ chart pattern
Stocks ended August higher, but some standout names have carved out a bullish chart pattern and are set up for further gains.
