As jet fuel prices continue to skyrocket, some airlines, such as Spanish budget carrier Volotea, have decided to add a fuel surcharge on tickets, even on those that have already been purchased. But while the idea may help offset rising costs, some...
During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market."
The European Commission's trade boss Maroš Šefčovič heads to Paris to talk business with a senior White House representative, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa remain in Armenia to...
On 28 April, the European Commission's first formal review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found it “fit for purpose”, noting its positive impact on consumers and competition. The Parliament calls for fast-tracking stronger enforcement amid...
Saudi Arabia called on Tuesday to de-escalate the conflict in the Middle East after Iran and the United States traded fire, rattling a fragile ceasefire. The United Security Council is set to hold a closed-door meeting on Lebanon later in the day...
We still don't know when Valve will launch the Steam Machine, but we may not have to wait too long. Valve just imported roughly 50 tons of "Game Consoles" into the United States in the two-day period between May 1st and April 30th, according to...
Amid falling revenue and store closures, GameStop wants to buy the much larger eBay.
Heidi Alexander says part of answer to strait of Hormuz crisis is importing more fuel from US and west AfricaA refinery in Nigeria accused of dismissing workers for joining a union has emerged as key to the UK government’s hopes of saving the summer...
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Amazon might have a part in delivering all kinds of stuff to your door soon, as its massive shipping network opens up to other companies outside its marketplace, more directly competing with giants like DHL, UPS, and FedEx. The new Amazon Supply...
There are few major sports left that are not supported by investment from Saudi Arabia. But with the kingdom pulling out of golf and canceling planned events and contracts elsewhere, is the Saudi sports era over?
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GameStop has made an offer to acquire eBay for $56 billion, which comes as part of GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen's plan to transform the online marketplace into a "legit competitor to Amazon," he tells The Wall Street Journal. In an announcement on...
The Turnberry deal is still under negotiation between EU governments and lawmakers before it can take effect on the EU side, and the Commission warned that if the US takes actions deemed inconsistent with the agreement, it reserves the right to...
The United States said Monday it is ready to “guide” commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz in a new effort to end the blockade wreaking havoc on the global economy. The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center advised ships to cross the...
Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Anne Valand, World Food Programme Lebanon Deputy Country Director. Ms.Valand describes a deepening crisis across multiple fronts: conflict-driven displacement, agricultural disruption, market dysfunction, and...
Video game retail company and meme stock champion GameStop has made an offer to take over bidding website eBay for $56 billion. If successful, GameStop would take control of a company four times larger in market capitalisation, with CEO Ryan Cohen...
Ireland's GDP soared 12.3% in 2025 — but it was a mirage. Pharma multinationals front-loaded €25.4bn of exports to the US in March alone, ahead of Trump's tariffs. Now the first quarter of 2026 sees a contraction.
The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia.
US carriers are stepping in after Spirit Airlines announced on Saturday that it had cancelled all flights and was winding down operations. The budget airline said soaring fuel costs were a major factor, after a last-minute White House rescue package...
The fragile ceasefire may have paused the fighting, but the economic fallout in Iran continues. A US naval blockade of Iranian ports has sharply reduced the Iran’s oil exports, while the cost of everyday goods has continued to rise. Across the...
More than half of people in Germany believe the coalition government will collapse before its term is up. The head of a leading economic think tank says US tariffs could trigger a German recession. DW has more.
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