Energy Gets a Reprieve in China’s Latest Tariffs
Summary In response to the ongoing trade battle with the U.S., China has levied tariffs on $60 billion of U.S. goods as a measure of …
Spain Will Go Ahead with Sale of 400 Bombs to Saudi Arabia
Summary On Thursday, September 13, 2018 Spain reneged on its promise to halt the sale of 400 laser-guided bombs to Saudi Arabia. Spain’s Foreign Minister …
China hits back at Trump with tariffs on $60bn of US goods
Summary China hits back at US government by imposing $60 billion tariffs on US goods, with an aim to impact the upcoming mid-term US elections. …
Syrians in government areas vote in first local polls since 2011
Summary On Sunday, Syrians were able to vote in the first local elections since 2011, when war between the Syrian government and rebels spilled out …
This New Canal Would Turn Qatar into an Island
Summary After the Arab Spring in 2011, Saudi Arabia and Qatar stood on opposing sides in terms of ideological aspect, creating tension between the two …
5 Big Lessons From The Lehman, Global Economy Meltdown
Summary As one decade has passed since the financial crisis, people start to reflect the lessons taught and re-examine the current global economy. Simon Kennedy …
Merkel Urges Macedonians to Embrace Name Deal with Greece
Summary While visiting the Macedonian capital, Skopje, on September 8, 2018, German Chancellor Angela Merkel implored the Macedonian people to welcome a Greek-Macedonian deal …
Ethiopia-Eritrea Border Opens for First Time in 20 Years
Summary Today marks the Ethiopian new year, but Ethiopians and neighboring Eritreans have more than just the holiday to celebrate. Families and friends separated for …
North Korea Stages Huge Military Parade — Without Its ICBMs
Summary Pyongyang recently held its annual parade celebrating 70 years since the founding of North Korea. Notably absent from the parade were the ICBMs that …
Deadly Earthquake Hits Japan, Adding to Summer of Environmental Misery
Summary Japan has seen several environmental disasters within the last week. On September 6, a powerful earthquake (preliminary magnitude of 6.7), coming just days after …