‘Fascist, criminal’: Cuba slams Trump bid to ‘suffocate’ island’s economy
Cuba’s leader says US president’s threat to impose tariffs on countries providing oil is ‘fascist, criminal, genocidal’.
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Microsoft stock plunges as Wall Street questions AI investments
The drop comes amid stalling growth for its cloud computing software as OpenAI investments are questioned.
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Mexico’s oil industry faces new pressures from Venezuela oil under US
Pemex, burdened with significant debt, financial and operational constraints, now faces competition from Venezuelan oil.
From: Counting the Cost
Is the global economic order unravelling?
As the US pushes its ‘America First’ agenda, its partners are edging towards China and new alliances are being formed.
Published On 29 Jan 2026
Gold surges past $5,500 amid Iran tensions, weakening US dollar
Precious metal hits fresh record as US President Donald Trump renews threats against Iran.
Banks shut, futures uncertain one year after M23 rebels seized DRC’s Goma
A year since the M23’s lightning offensive led to the fall of North Kivu’s capital, residents struggle to make a living.
Elon Musk’s Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue
Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.
From: Inside Story
What will be the impact of the EU-India trade pact?
The ‘mother of all trade deals’ comes months after the United States slapped tariffs on India and the European Union.
Published On 28 Jan 2026
Trump yanks permitting process from Democrats after California fires
Democratic officials shot back that Trump has failed to deliver the federal funds needed for rebuilding efforts.
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite political pressure
The central bank will maintain rates at 3.5 to 3.75 percent and warned of ‘elevated’ economic uncertainty.
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Iran delegates import powers as US war threats keep economy unstable
Iranian governors gain new powers as country prepares for possible war amid sanctions and looming geopolitical tensions.
