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US retail sales slow in December

US retail sales slow in December

Analysts fear that despite low prices at the pump, American consumers have preferred to save their money rather than go out shopping.

Analysis: Qatar charts a new diplomatic path to Russia

Analysis: Qatar charts a new diplomatic path to Russia

Why has a detente formed between Qatar and Russia, two erstwhile adversaries?

Brazil recession to continue in 2016

Brazil recession to continue in 2016

The Banco Central do Brasil (BACEN) has revised downward its growth forecasts for 2016 and 2017.

A ‘cataclysmic’ year for global markets?

A ‘cataclysmic’ year for global markets?

China and the low price of oil have dealt a one-two punch to US stocks.

World condemns deadly Istanbul blast

World condemns deadly Istanbul blast

Turkish President Erdogan said that Turkey is the number one target of terrorist attacks in the region.

US stocks mixed on China slump

US stocks mixed on China slump

Is the second week of a drop in oil prices and Chinese turbulence to set the tone for the rest of the year?

Russian ruble falls in first 2016 trade

Russian ruble falls in first 2016 trade

Plummeting oil prices have dragged the energy-dependent Russian export economy down.

China, Russia helping Zimbabwe ride out West’s bullying

China, Russia helping Zimbabwe ride out West’s bullying

In 2016, Zimbabwe looks forward to positive changes in the living standards of its people, writes Ambassador Mike Nicholas Sango.

‘Iraq has been defined by the people’s resilience’

‘Iraq has been defined by the people’s resilience’

Journalist Ahmed Habib says he is committed to telling the story of Iraq's people, culture, history and politics.

Fed’s FOMC minutes show concern over US economy

Fed’s FOMC minutes show concern over US economy

Some members of the Federal Reserve are cautioning about low inflation rates, below the two-per cent ideal.