Uber targets expansion in fast-growing West African markets
Global ride-hailing firm Uber Technologies Inc is in talks with regulators over plans to expand into two West African countries and provide a boat service...
Seaweed threatens tourism on Mexico’s Caribbean coast
An infestation of seaweed along large stretches of Mexico’s Caribbean coast, home to many of the country’s top beach destinations, is becoming a problem....
Worst of yellow vest economic impact in France yet to come: Senate
The worst of the impact on the French economy of the yellow-vest protests, which rocked city centers across France last winter, is yet to come,...
Dutch agency warns of cyber spying ahead of 5g report
The Dutch intelligence agency (AIVD) on Tuesday warned of the escalating threat of state-backed cyber espionage, saying the Netherlands was particularly vulnerable as a hub...
Airlines urge regulators to work together to return 737 MAX to service
Global airlines on Thursday urged regulators to coordinate on technical requirements and timelines for the safe re-entry to service of the Boeing Co 737 MAX...
Democratic debate: The winners of night one
Elizabeth Warren left Wednesday’s Democratic debate unscathed, while Senators Cory Booker and Julian Castro scored points. Here are the standout moments from the prime-time event....
Trump: What I say to Putin is ‘none of your business’
When asked by a reporter on Wednesday whether he plans to tell Russian President Vladimir Putin not to meddle in the 2020 election, President Trump...
Despite need for Sinai funds, Egypt unlikely to join Kushner plan
A U.S.-proposed $9 billion aid package could tempt Egypt with long-sought financing to transform its strife-torn Sinai peninsula, but analysts say political risks are likely...
Italy PM says he is confident of avoiding EU action over budget
Rome is holding a “constructive” dialogue with the European Commission to avoid a disciplinary procedure on the country’s budget, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said on...
Futures edge higher on trade truce hopes
U.S. equity futures edged higher on Thursday following a report that the United States and China had agreed to a tentative truce in their trade...