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US officials warn their patience with South Africa is wearing thin as diplomatic rifts deepen over Russia, trade, and regional security, raising risks for key bilateral ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia is quietly offering major economic deals to U.S. interests, a move he says threatens Western unity and undermines sanctions.
Nippon Steel downplayed differences with Washington over the U.S. government’s proposed “golden share” in U.S. Steel, saying talks continue as it seeks clarity on oversight and national security terms.
Democrats unveiled a sweeping tax proposal that would eliminate federal income taxes for nearly half of U.S. workers, reshaping take-home pay and intensifying debate over fiscal priorities.
Construction along Washington Street is drawing attention as new commercial projects rise. The Peoria Journal Star breaks down what’s being built and how it may reshape the corridor.
TikTok has agreed to a finalized U.S. spinoff deal, a move aimed at easing national security concerns. The Washington Post reports the plan could reshape the app’s future in America.
World leaders, mining executives and strategists convene at Trump’s critical minerals summit to debate supply security, geopolitical leverage and the race to control future green technologies.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met leading US business and financial figures in Washington, highlighting investment opportunities and deepening economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United States.
A war with Iran is rippling through the global economy, battering trade routes, supply chains and investor confidence, as industries far beyond oil and gas brace for prolonged disruption.
The U.S. accelerates efforts to secure rare earth supplies, funding new mines and recycling projects as it seeks to reduce dependence on China and safeguard key defense and tech industries.
President Donald Trump and nine major drugmakers have agreed to cut prices on select medications, aiming to ease costs for U.S. patients and address mounting public anger over drug pricing.
Statista’s 2021 ranking of top U.S. companies in Washington by revenue highlights Amazon and Microsoft as key leaders, underscoring the state’s tech-driven economic dominance.
As U.S. shoppers reel from soaring food costs, a German discount grocer is rapidly expanding across America, luring budget-conscious consumers and disrupting the traditional supermarket landscape.
A senior US official said Washington is “open for business” if Iran seeks direct contact, signaling potential diplomatic engagement amid ongoing tensions, Al Arabiya English reported.
Many U.S. seniors rely on cheaper prescription drugs from Canada, but new regulations and political pressure could restrict cross-border supplies, potentially driving up costs.
The US government has warned airlines it may order up to 20% flight cuts nationwide if the federal shutdown drags on, Reuters reports, raising fears of major travel disruption.
The U.S. has pledged to maintain indefinite control over Venezuela’s oil sales, signaling a hardening stance on Caracas and raising questions about global energy markets and sanctions.
The Washington Post reports on Trump’s interest in Greenland’s vast rare earth reserves, as the island moves to control its own mining future, setting up geopolitical and economic tensions.
The Business Journals profiles 38 publicly traded companies in Oregon and Southwest Washington, highlighting key industries, market performance and regional economic influence.
Donald Trump touted a breakthrough on lowering drug prices, but a closer look reveals pharmaceutical giants also benefited, raising questions about who truly gained from the policy shifts.