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Economy weighs hard ahead of Venezuela elections

Economy weighs hard ahead of Venezuela elections

Venezuelans have complained of a lack in basic amenities such as sugar, milk, and toilet paper, as well as some medicines.

Brazil’s real plummets as recession looms

Brazil’s real plummets as recession looms

Falling commodities demand and rampant inflation batter the currency as the economy contracts.

Greek stock market stumbles toward stabilization

Greek stock market stumbles toward stabilization

Both EU and Greek officials expressed optimism that final bailout talks will end before an August 20 deadline.

Puerto Rico defaults on debt repayment

Puerto Rico defaults on debt repayment

Tens of thousands have moved to major US cities in search of better jobs and living conditions.

China data pulls Asian stocks lower

China data pulls Asian stocks lower

Weakened demand for manufactured goods in China pulled down Asian and oil stocks Monday.

Yemen PM returns to ‘liberated’ Aden

Yemen PM returns to ‘liberated’ Aden

Bahah, who had been in exile in Saudi Arabia, says he is tasked with rebuilding the city and restoring order.

Iraqi refugees dying under extreme heat – report

Iraqi refugees dying under extreme heat – report

The UN says the refugee problem in Iraq is one of the largest humanitarian crises in the world.

China, Russia plan joint naval drills

China, Russia plan joint naval drills

Philippines, Vietnam and other nations lay contesting claims to the South China Sea, but Beijing exercises jurisdiction.

Taliban capture Helmand towns amid leader’s death

Taliban capture Helmand towns amid leader’s death

The capture of territory in Helmand is a major setback for the government in Kabul.

Will the Fed signal an interest rate hike?

Will the Fed signal an interest rate hike?

Analysts are divided over the impact China's market slump will have on the US Federal Reserve's decision.