The Collapse of the Yen Carry Trade in 2024: What It Means for Japan’s Stock Market in 2025
The unwinding of the long-standing yen carry trade in 2024 sent shockwaves through global markets, particularly impacting Japan’s stock market. As the dust settles, investors are looking ahead to 2025…
Trump Meets Macron, Zelensky in France to Discuss European Security and Conflict Resolution
December 9, 2024 – Paris, France Former U.S. President Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris today to address escalating tensions in…
Tulsi Gabbard Fights to Salvage Intel Nomination Amid Syria Controversy
December 9, 2024 – Washington, D.C. Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman turned Independent, is mounting a fierce defense of her nomination for a high-profile intelligence post as questions about…
Israel Takes Control of Golan Buffer Zone Following Syrian Troop Withdrawal
December 9, 2024 – Jerusalem/Damascus In a significant development, Israeli forces have taken control of the buffer zone in the Golan Heights following the unexpected withdrawal of Syrian troops. The…
Ukraine Agrees to Ceasefire, US Restores Military Support
Following discussions in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the United States has agreed to resume military aid to Ukraine, contingent on Russia accepting a proposed ceasefire.1 Specifically, the U.S. will immediately reinstate…
Philippines’ Former President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested on ICC Warrant
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody at Manila's international airport on Tuesday morning local time, following an Interpol arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).…
U.S. Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Using Forfeited Assets
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, alongside a separate stockpile for other cryptocurrencies. The reserve will primarily consist of assets seized from criminal…
Trump to Discuss Ukraine Crisis and Potential Aid Suspension in Upcoming Meeting
President Trump is set to convene a meeting on Monday afternoon to discuss the next steps concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, including the possibility of halting U.S. military aid,…
Germany’s Trade Surplus with US Persists Despite Industrial Downturn
Germany, Europe’s economic powerhouse, continues to hold the largest trade surplus with the United States among EU countries, even as its industrial sector faces significant challenges. However, this surplus could…
Mike Lynch Found Dead After Yacht Sinks: Accident or Assassination?
December 6, 2024 Mike Lynch, the British tech billionaire and founder of the software company Autonomy, has been confirmed dead after a tragic incident in the Mediterranean Sea, where his…
Musk’s US Citizenship Under Scrutiny: Did the Tech Mogul Misrepresent His Past?
Elon Musk, the outspoken CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, and owner of social media platform X, is facing scrutiny over potential irregularities in his path to US citizenship. Allegations have…
Iran Signals Intent to Bolster Assad With Missiles and Drones in Fight Against Rebels
December 6, 2024 A senior Iranian official has announced that Tehran is considering sending advanced missiles and drones to Syria to aid President Bashar al-Assad’s government in its battle against…
