Perils of gender and geography hamper global development, report finds
Despite steady development gains, a child’s birthplace is still the biggest predictor of its future health, and no matter which country you’re born in, life...
U.S. solar market growth slows this year as projects pushed back
The U.S. solar market will grow more slowly than previously forecast this year as some large projects are shifted into 2020, an industry trade group...
Trump’s dual instincts on Iran: Big threats and an eagerness to deal – The Washington Post
Trump’s dual instincts on Iran: Big threats and an eagerness to deal The Washington Post Iran fired cruise missiles at Saudi oil facility l ABC News ABC...
Turning blue: China Inc holds breath as Beijing eyes smog-free skies for National Day
When the sun comes up in Beijing on Oct. 1, the Chinese government will aim to celebrate its 70th birthday under a brilliant blue sky...
Trump says U.S. reaches trade deals with Japan, no word on cars
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday Washington had struck trade agreements with Tokyo that could be implemented without congressional approval, but stopped short of...
LG Display seeks job cuts amid mounting financial losses
South Korea’s LG Display Co Ltd on Tuesday announced a voluntary redundancy program for its domestic production line employees amid mounting financial losses....
NFL notebook: Roethlisberger lost for season
A painful Sunday led to a sobering Monday for some of the NFL’s biggest names, and nowhere was the news more sobering than in Pittsburgh,...
South Korea on highest alert after African swine fever found
South Korea has raised its animal disease alert to the highest level after discovering its first outbreak of deadly African swine fever at a pig...
WeWork parent says IPO still on despite setbacks
WeWork owner The We Company said on Monday it expected to complete its initial public offering (IPO) by the end of the year, after walking...
Hong Kong leader to hold dialogue aimed at easing tensions
Hong Kong’s leader, Carrie Lam, said on Tuesday she and her team would begin dialogue sessions with the community next week, while reiterating that violence...