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SpaceX IPO sparks debate over index rules as AI giants reshape markets

The IPO is the headline, but the real story is about index methodology, said Dina Ting, head of global index portfolio management at Franklin Templeton

Dubai property market lures bargain hunters despite West Asia situation

Dubai's residential property market continues to attract buyers despite the West Asia conflict, with some investors viewing price corrections as an entry opportunity

US official says Iran deal signed, Strait of Hormuz set to reopen

The US and Iran have signed a framework agreement to end the conflict, paving the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and easing global oil market concerns

India,Slovakia elevate ties, deepen manufacturing and tech cooperation

The two countries upgraded relations to a comprehensive partnership and announced 14 outcomes spanning defence, labour mobility, digital technologies and advanced manufacturing

India, Slovakia seal comprehensive partnership during PM Modi's visit

India and Slovakia upgraded ties to a comprehensive partnership, pledging stronger trade and defence cooperation while backing early implementation of the India-EU FTA

US Trade Representative Greer to visit India on June 23-24 for talks

Greer is scheduled to visit India on June 23-24 for discussions aimed at finalising an interim trade agreement between New Delhi and Washington

World leaders welcome US-Iran peace deal, hail diplomatic breakthrough

The agreement, announced by US President Donald Trump and supported by mediators led by Pakistan, drew praise from Qatar, Turkiye, the United Kingdom, Germany and France

US, Iran reach deal to end war; signing set for June 19 in Switzerland

US President Donald Trump confirmed a deal had been reached and said he had authorised an end to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz

G7 leaders gather in France, likely to discuss Iran, Ukraine at summit

Trump arrives in Evian-les-Bains on Monday afternoon for talks with G7 leaders, including some who have been sharply critical of his managing of the roughly 15-week conflict

How West Asia crisis unfolded: From Khamenei's death to possible peace deal

The 100-day Iran-Israel conflict drew in the US, threatened global energy supplies and triggered the most direct Iran-Israel confrontation in decades

West Asia war nears end: Where do the US, Iran, Israel stand today?

The new US-Iran peace deal may have halted hostilities, but questions over Iran's nuclear programme, Israel's regional strategy and enforcement of the agreement remain

Britain will ban social media apps for children under 16: Keir Starmer

The move makes the UK part of a growing global movement to tighten online safety for children

Won't withdraw from land seized in Lebanon, Gaza: Israeli defence min

Israel Katz's remarks were the first official Israeli comments after the announcement of the interim deal

US, Iran head to Switzerland for peace deal: Here's what world can expect

After more than three months of conflict, the US and Iran have agreed to a peace framework that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting nuclear negotiations

Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine over digital tax: Report

Trump said he delivered the warning directly to French President Emmanuel Macron, demanding he remove the 3 per cent tax on US tech giants or face duties in the American market

Inflation worries keep markets wary even after US-Iran peace deal

A drop in oil prices may ease inflation and give central banks more flexibility, but key issues, including Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief and future operations of Hormuz remain unsettled

Hormuz reopening would offer relief for Asia, but economic scars may linger

For months, Asia has suffered a physical supply crunch that will likely drag on its economies long after the crucial waterway reopens

Indian LNG tanker heads toward Hormuz as peace deal lifts reopening hopes

The LNG carrier, under a long-term charter with an Indian state-owned importer, is heading into the eastern arm of Hormuz, toward the Gulf of Oman, according to ship-tracking data

Allianz emerges as lead bidder for HSBC's Singapore insurance unit

Allianz and HSBC are finalising a deal for HSBC's Singapore insurance unit, with the business valued at up to $2 billion

9 killed, historic monastery on fire as Ukraine faces major Russian attacks

Nine people killed in total as Russia launches fresh attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv, triggering fires and widespread destruction