Tag: Business
UK government approves $4.6-billion takeover of Royal Mail by Czech billionaire
Britain’s government has approved the sale of Royal Mail’s parent company to a Czech billionaire, paving the way for the postal service to...
Stock market today: Asian shares fall as China reports lackluster data, while bitcoin hits new highs
BANGKOK -- Shares retreated Monday in Asia after China reported lackluster economic indicators for November, while bitcoin surged to fresh highs, topping $106,000....
Sri Lanka's president holds talks with Modi in India in first overseas visit
NEW DELHI -- Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was hosted Monday by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his first overseas visit...
Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation still elevated
WASHINGTON -- Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week's Federal Reserve meeting....
As schools cut back on bus service, parents are turning to rideshare apps
CHICAGO -- Ismael El-Amin was driving his daughter to school when a chance encounter gave him an idea for a new way to...
Journalists anticipate a renewed hostility toward their work under the incoming Trump administration
NEW YORK -- For the press heading into a second Trump administration, there's a balancing act between being prepared and being fearful.The return...