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Japan’s Q1 GDP contraction narrows on consumption improvement, revised figure shows
By Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan’s economy contracted in the January-March quarter at a slower pace than initially estimated, government data showed on Monday, with consumption figures revised upwards at a time when uncertainty...

Ascletis Announces Poster Presentations on the Study Results of ASC30 and ASC47 at the 85th Scientific Sessions of American Diabetes Association (ADA)
HONG KONG, June 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascletis Pharma Inc. (HKEX: 1672, "Ascletis") announces that poster presentations on preliminary studies of its oral small molecule GLP-1 Receptor (GLP-1R) agonist ASC30 and adipose-targeted,...

Best stocks to buy today, as recommended by NeoTrader’s Raja Venkatraman
India’s stock market wrapped up last week on a high, posting nearly a 1% gain thanks to positive domestic developments. Initially, caution prevailed as investors awaited the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decision. However, a pleasant...

It's what farmers do, have always done
Samantha Ayoub American Farm Bureau Federation The word “conservation” isn’t as catchy as buzzwords and phrases like “sustainability,” “regenerative” or “climate smart” but they’re all at the root of the farmer and rancher core value of being good...

Calls in the United States for an end to the blockade against Cuba
Cuban diplomats David Ramírez and Yasser Ibarra highlighted the suffering caused by this cruel interventionist policy, explaining how former President Donald Trump added 243 measures during his first term that were not reversed by Joe Biden. These...

Asia Morning Briefing: Michael Saylor Downplays BTC's Quantum Threat
Good Morning, Asia. Here's what's making news in the markets: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk's...

Invasive tick that can be deadly for cattle causing concerns among researchers
STILLWATER, Okla. (KFOR) — A heads up for cattle producers: there’s a deadly tick in the United States, and researchers at Oklahoma State University are concerned. “These ticks can be so high on a single cow that they can actually result in so...

Emirates Global Aluminium Plans To Build First U.S. Aluminum Plant in 45 Years
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) plans to build an aluminum product plant in Oklahoma, which would be the first in the United States since 1980. Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) recently announced plans to develop the first new primary aluminum...

U.S. Rep. Womack watching Senate for changes to reconciliation bill
U.S. Rep. Steve Womack, R-Rogers, is watching the actions of his Senate counterparts to see if there are dramatic or untenable changes to President Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” which passed by one vote in the House a few weeks ago....

Researchers Develop Revolutionary Physics Tool That Exploits Quantum Properties of Light
Scientists at the University of Illinois have developed a quantum-enhanced interferometry tool that revolutionizes precision measurement at the nanometer scale, even under noisy or difficult conditions. (Artist’s concept.) Credit: SciTechDaily.com...

2025 U.S. Nationals, Final Pick ‘Em Contest Results: Bacon, Condorelli, Julian Shake Things Up
2025 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS The final night of the 2025 U.S. National Championships is in the books, and it’s time for a final update on the Pick ‘Em contest. The biggest upsets on the night reshaped the leaderboard in a big way.Alex Walsh,...

Are affordable homes under $300K still within reach in U.S. cities?
As home prices continue to surge across the United States, many buyers are finding themselves priced out of the housing market. However, research from Realtor.com reveals that there are still a number of cities where homes are available for less...

Thai Stock Market May Reverse Friday's Losses
The Thai stock market headed south again on Friday, one session after ending the two-day slide in which it had slumped more than 30 points or 2.4 percent. The Stock Exchange of Thailand now rests just above the 1,135-point plateau although it...

Why the U.S. Navy F/A-XX Sixth Generation Fighter May Be Defunded to Finance the Air Force’s F-47
<p >The U.S. Department of Defence is reportedly considering cutting funding for the U.S. Navy’s <a href="https://militarywatchmagazine.com/article/delays-contact-award-many-sixthgen" target="_blank">F/A-XX...

U.S. job openings rise more than expected in April
U.S. job openings rise more than expected in April Employers posted nearly 7.4 million job openings in April, up by 191,000 from March and above the 7.1 million forecast, indicating ongoing demand for workers. Hiring increased by 169,000 to 5.6...

U.S. Army surpasses 2025 recruiting goal four months ahead of schedule
U.S. Army surpasses 2025 recruiting goal four months ahead of schedule The Army surpassed its fiscal year 2025 recruiting goal of 61,000 active-duty soldiers four months ahead of schedule. Officials attribute the surge to a mix of patriotic...

Culture Type | The Month in Black Art: Here’s What Happened in May 2025
International curator Koyo Kouoh died, longstanding Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden fired, artist and curator Evangeline J. Montgomery died, David C. Driskell Prize went to artist Alison Saar Artist and Curator Evangeline J. Montgomery...

Our Chicago: Impact of planned partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel
CHICAGO (WLS) -- President Donald Trump recently announced a partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. So far, we haven't heard a lot of details, but there are reports that Nippon will spend billions of dollars on U.S. Steel facilities in...

Researchers stunned after trail cameras capture elusive big cats in rare habitat: 'This is an incredibly hopeful moment'
An elusive South African plains dweller made two cameos on a clever camera trap placed by nature watchers to spy on the region's iconic creatures, according to a Miami Herald story. The cameras were placed as part of the Landmark Foundation's...

10 Best Places to Buy a Lake House in the U.S. Right Now, According to Real Estate Experts
Matt Anderson Photography/Getty Images Sunset overe Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.For many, lake houses are synonymous with summertime nostalgia. Barbeques, refreshing dips in the chilly water, gorgeous sunsets, boat rides, and fireflies: If you’ve spent...