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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated the department’s debt repurchase programme could surpass $4 billion as it seeks to stabilise longer-dated securities.

The poet and translator dedicated her professional life to the work of Ezra Pound, passing away on 24 July 2026.

With the US midterm elections approaching, opposition to artificial intelligence infrastructure is gaining traction in political campaigns across multiple states.

US bond yields erased earlier losses following a market intervention by Scott Bessent, as traders digest reports of a debt buyback plan.

The semiconductor giant’s massive buildout is driving job creation and wealth in Idaho, but is placing significant pressure on housing, traffic, and community identity.

The retail giant has increased its financial guidance ahead of its fiscal second-quarter earnings release, signalling it will deploy a substantial tariff refund to maintain price stability for consumers.

The latest episode of The Economist’s daily podcast addresses the geopolitical pressures facing the Ukrainian President, alongside segments on mental health in China and the cultural politics of the "Paw Patrol" franchise.

A new editorial argues that the primary risk of artificial intelligence may not be actual sentience, but the human tendency to anthropomorphise systems, potentially incurring significant economic and social costs.

Digital assets climbed following a presidential call for Congress to enact a regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency sector.

The decision to reduce the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises has raised concerns about the reliability of Washington’s security commitments to its allies.

The South Korean semiconductor giant saw its stock price spike in Seoul following the announcement of a significant share repurchase programme.

The US President has escalated the pressure campaign against Tehran, threatening “tremendous” consequences for the nation’s backers as part of Operation Economic Fury.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s intervention to purchase long-term debt has stabilised yields, but economists warn the move complicates the Federal Reserve’s mandate under Kevin Warsh.

The Economist argues that the perceived conflict surrounding data centre development is overstated, with developers inflating construction plans and politicians amplifying their opposition.

The publication contends that both supporters and detractors contributed to the dehumanisation of the "tragic fabulist".

The Australian government has described the Israel Defense Forces’ decision to forgo a criminal investigation into the 2024 aid convoy strike as “outraged,” prompting a formal diplomatic response.

New research suggests that gastroliths found in dinosaur remains provide significant evidence for understanding the evolutionary link between dinosaurs and modern birds.

Rising bond yields across wealthy economies are causing concern among policymakers, even as equity markets continue to post gains.

Newly released documents from the Federal Reserve’s July meeting indicate that policymakers viewed a rate increase as necessary should inflation fail to moderate.

Donald Trump has announced a deal to postpone new levies on approximately $20 billion worth of Canadian merchandise, preventing them from taking effect as originally scheduled for Wednesday.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has expanded the scale of debt repurchases, focusing on the sensitive longer-duration segment to stabilise the bond market.

The latest episode from The Economist explores the potential neurological effects of Ozempic, the structural reasons behind Japan’s lack of high-growth startups, and strategies to overcome procrastination.

Clinical trial results for the joint cancer vaccine regimen have triggered a sharp market rally, with Moderna’s stock price jumping half in value following the announcement.

Shares of Target are expected to move after the bell on Wednesday as the company reports its fiscal second-quarter results, providing a snapshot of its ongoing operational restructuring efforts.

Shane Hryhorec’s removal from a Sydney flight over wheelchair motor storage has sparked a formal apology from Virgin Australia and a complaint to the Australian Human Rights Commission.

The publication’s handpicked audio segment explores whether democratic governance can be restored in the South American nation.

Legislative updates include Senate amendments to the NDIS bill, new levies on tech firms, and wage growth lagging behind inflation.

John McDermott’s latest report characterises the recent Zambian vote as murky, linking the outcome to broader implications for governance across the African continent.

Reports indicate Tehran is considering strikes on American assets in Europe, while the United Arab Emirates suspends commercial ties with Iran.

The temporary reprieve follows a history of levies on metals, lumber and auto parts, though details of the agreement remain undisclosed.

Disney-owned ABC has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission, alleging that an ongoing investigation and an order for early broadcast licence renewal constitute a retaliatory campaign aimed at aligning the network with political demands.

Wine produced in Skane, Sweden, has won a blind tasting competition, beating all other entries according to a report by The Economist.

Yields on the benchmark long-dated bond climbed more than one basis point on Tuesday, marking the highest level since 2002 and reflecting growing investor anxiety over the US fiscal trajectory.

The publication’s 18 August broadcast explores flashpoints in the West Bank, alongside a review of conflicting civil codes in India and a columnist’s response to high-profile correspondence.

Rising yields reflect market pricing of risk as tensions between Washington and Tehran intensify over the Strait of Hormuz.

The home improvement giant reported top and bottom-line results that exceeded Wall Street forecasts, yet maintained its outlook amid challenging market conditions.

The benchmark 30-year US Treasury bond yield has reached its highest point in nearly two decades, prompting strategists to warn that the move could extend further.

President Lee clarifies that the suspended drills were defensive in nature, while Washington frames the reduction as a strategic pivot driven by diplomatic engagement with Pyongyang.

Annual figures reveal 109 employees lost their jobs or resigned following confirmed reports of sexual harassment, while 104 allegations were not investigated due to insufficient information or the wishes of those affected.

A ship attacked in the Strait of Hormuz has sustained engine room damage and caused a crew casualty, coinciding with the expiry of a US-Iran ceasefire and heightened diplomatic friction.

The Greens have announced they will not support the government’s gambling advertising reform bill, citing technical impossibility and a rejection of stronger opt-in measures that would effectively ban ads.

Two recently published works draw comparisons between the trajectory of artificial intelligence and the domestication of dogs, questioning if the technology will ultimately prove tame or savage.

The US 30-year Treasury yield breached the 5.31% threshold on Monday, marking its highest point in nearly two decades as investors position themselves ahead of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy record.