Anglo American's rejection of BHP Group's bid to extend discussions on a proposed $49 billion takeover suggests a potential impasse as the deadline nears, impacting the mining industry and leaving the outcome uncertain.

Global debt has surged to $315 trillion, driven primarily by the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, merging and emerging markets, inflation, and even individual household debt.

South Korean authorities are investigating Samsung's Giheung plant after two workers were exposed to radiation, prompting hospitalization and suspension of the suspected equipment.

Former FTX Co-CEO Ryan Salame receives a 7.5-year prison sentence and is ordered to pay $11 million in fines following his involvement in unlawful activities, including unlawful political contributions and fraudulent financial practices in FTX.

Shareholders of Royal Mail's IDS and mining company Anglo American are bracing for final takeover offers, which could lead to possible foreign ownership of these UK firms.

Global sales of SUVs hit a record high, but experts warn that these heavy vehicles also amount to increasing carbon emissions.

The Supreme Court upheld lawyer Michael Avenatti's conviction and two 1/2-year prison sentence for attempting to extort up to $25 million from Nike, rejecting his appeal that claimed the sentence was based on an unconstitutionally vague statute and that he was engaged in legitimate settlement negotiations.

Future hybrid cars from Toyota will have futuristic engines running on green fuels, challenging electric vehicles and aiming to reduce carbon emissions from the automotive industry.

Japanese company TEPCO will employ a remote-controlled robot to retrieve melted fuel debris from Fukushima Daiichi's damaged reactors, the first step in addressing the aftermath of the 2011 nuclear disaster.

The UK is preparing for the implementation of the Entry-Exit System (EES) this October, which requires biometric registration for non-EU nationals.

A Japanese spacecraft will deposit a disc containing messages in 275 languages on the moon to preserve humanity's linguistic diversity in case of catastrophic events on Earth.

The Bank of Israel has opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate amid concerns over war-related budget strains, inflationary pressures, and supply chain disruptions.

Police are gearing up to investigate the Post Office scandal, where flawed software led to wrongful prosecutions, with victims facing a prolonged wait for justice.

European Union governments have officially approved the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) to boost green technology production, aiming to reduce reliance on US and Chinese manufacturers.

Initially reluctant to engage in price wars in China's competitive coffee market, Starbucks now faces pressure to adapt as local budget-friendly rivals gain traction, prompting a surge in discount coupons.

64% of US employers, among 1,268 business leaders surveyed, express concerns about hiring recent graduates who participated in pro-Palestinian protests within the last six months.

Glass Lewis advises Tesla shareholders to reject Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package due to concerns over its size, dilutive impact, and Musk's involvement in other ventures.

The White House is leading a campaign stressing the importance of maintaining Federal Reserve independence, notably in light of Trump's proposals that could compromise it.

Russia's stronghold on its grain industry, driven by government pressure and although worsened by geopolitical tensions, strengthens Moscow's control over global wheat supplies while complicating information access for traders.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed Samsung's investment in China before a historic summit involving South Korea and Japan.

China has recently cracked down on "bad behavior" content, suspending super-wealthy social media influencers to discourage extravagance and materialism.

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) recalled two walnut products from China over prohibited sweetener content, urging caution while conducting proactive testing.

OpenAI retracts non-disparagement agreements, allowing former employees to keep vested equity, irrespective of agreement.

Kabosu, the Shiba Inu behind the iconic 'Doge' meme and inspiration for Dogecoin, passed away, leaving a legacy that transcended internet culture to influence cryptocurrency worth $23 billion.

Boeing faces a dramatic increase in employee safety reports following a mid-air incident, prompting scrutiny and regulatory action amid ongoing leadership transitions and piled-up investigations.

Nvidia's newest AI chip for the Chinese market is struggling with oversupply and reduced prices amid fierce competition from Huawei, which is impacting its position in a key market affected by US sanctions.

The "Smellmaxxing" trend on TikTok encourages teenage boys and girls in the US to increasingly invest in upscale designer perfumes, becoming a new demographic target for brands.

HSBC faces an $8.6 million penalty for mishandling customers in financial difficulty. The Financial Conduct Authority revealed the bank's failure to consider circumstances, endangering 1.5 million individuals.

Former Lazada employees who were suddenly laid off earlier this year are set to receive additional payouts, with some receiving an extra two weeks' pay per year of service and others $1,200.

JPMorgan Asia Pacific CEO Sjoerd Leenart says China has a major role in driving the global economy, asserting that doing business in China is important.