Indonesian gig worker protests

Indonesian gig worker protests

Indonesia is witnessing a surge of unrest among its nearly 2 million motorcycle taxi drivers, known locally as “ojol” drivers, as protests intensify over poor working conditions and economic hardship. These drivers, who power popular ride-hailing apps like...
Mortgage Rates Forecast Insights

Mortgage Rates Forecast Insights

Picture this: You and your partner, coffee in hand, talking about your future at the kitchen table. The world outside is uncertain, but your dream of a home is still alive. Should you wait for rates to fall? Or should you make your move now? Six top voices — Fannie...
WTO Fishing Subsidy Pact

WTO Fishing Subsidy Pact

The recent entry into force of the World Trade Organization (WTO) fishing pact marks a major milestone for global fisheries sustainability. This agreement, which took more than two decades to negotiate since talks began in 2001, is the WTO’s first treaty focused...
Tik-Tok US-China Deal Framework

Tik-Tok US-China Deal Framework

A major development has emerged in the ongoing dispute over TikTok’s operations in the United States. On September 15, 2025, US and Chinese officials announced a framework agreement that could allow TikTok to continue operating in the American market. According to...
India-US trade diplomacy reset

India-US trade diplomacy reset

India and the United States are preparing to resume high-level trade talks, offering a potential reset in relations after months of escalating economic tensions. The renewed dialogue comes at a critical moment, following the US decision to impose punitive tariffs on...
British prosecutors drop Chinese spy case

British prosecutors drop Chinese spy case

The abrupt withdrawal of espionage charges against two British nationals marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing tensions between the United Kingdom and China over intelligence activities. This development centers on Christopher Cash, a former researcher for a senior...