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China's GDP Growth Hits 5%, Meeting Market Expectations Amid Economic Challenges
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business / economy
21 hours ago

China's GDP Growth Hits 5%, Meeting Market Expectations Amid Economic Challenges

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  • China's GDP grows 5% in 2024 amidst global challenges.
  • Haaland signs a historic 10-year contract with Man City.
  • China launches fiscal strategies to counter U.S. tariffs.
  • Population dip doesn't deter China's industrial output focus.
  • Haaland leads Premier League earnings over £500,000 weekly.
  • New fiscal moves ensure China's economic stability.
  • China's domestic demand boosts align with sports strategies.
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Man United Steps Closer to New 100,000-Seat Stadium with Old Trafford Demolition
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sports / football
7 hours ago

Man United Steps Closer to New 100,000-Seat Stadium with Old Trafford Demolition

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  • Man Utd to decide Old Trafford's fate: renovate or build new 100k-seat by summer.
  • Jim Ratcliffe's team finds growth chances for Old Trafford redevelopment.
  • 52% of fans support building a new stadium over renovating Old Trafford.
  • New stadium could cost £2B; renovation about £1B, posing financial challenges.
  • Club explores naming rights and partnerships to fund stadium project.
  • Inspired by Tottenham's design, the new venue promises modern amenities.
  • New stadium may create 90k jobs, boosting UK's economy by £7.3B yearly.
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China's Population Declines for Third Year, Posing Major Economic Challenges
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world
19 hours ago

China's Population Declines for Third Year, Posing Major Economic Challenges

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  • China faces population decline for third year, with 1.408 billion citizens.
  • 2024 saw 9.54 million births, a slight rise but not enough to end demographic decline.
  • Aging population strains economy; obstetric cuts and education job losses observed.
  • One-child policy, low birth rates, and gender imbalance affect demographic trends.
  • Efforts to boost birth rates struggle amid high living costs and limited incentives.
  • 22% of China's population is aged, stressing pension system; seniors to hit 30% by 2035.
  • High costs delay marriages and childbirth, causing global-like career-focused trends.
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UK Regulators Consider Easing Mortgage Rules to Boost Economic Growth
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business / economy
9 hours ago

UK Regulators Consider Easing Mortgage Rules to Boost Economic Growth

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  • FCA considers easing mortgage rules to aid first-time buyers and boost growth.
  • Proposals include smaller deposit loans, raising homeownership chances.
  • FCA aims to simplify lending while ensuring stability and protection.
  • Concerns over house price rises and debt, echoing past crisis warnings.
  • Labour's push ties regulatory change to pro-growth financial agenda.
  • FCA and Labour stress avoiding future financial scandals in new rules.
  • Debate ongoing on mortgage rule impacts on housing market and debt.
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Poll Indicates Potential Swing in Australia's Prime Minister Race
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politics / elections
22 hours ago

Poll Indicates Potential Swing in Australia's Prime Minister Race

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  • The Coalition leads Labor 51% to 49% in the latest YouGov poll.
  • Australia's federal election must occur by May 17, amid economic-focused campaigns.
  • Dissatisfaction with PM Albanese is over 50%, yet he's still favored over Dutton.
  • Labor's primary vote rises to 32%, but Coalition support continues to grow.
  • Minor party preferences move away from Labor, hurting their two-party vote.
  • Albanese's campaign optimism resonates amid economic challenges.
  • Coalition gains occur as cost-of-living and inflation impact voters.
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Farmers Protest UK Inheritance Tax Changes with Tractor Convoys
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politics / policies
4 hours ago

Farmers Protest UK Inheritance Tax Changes with Tractor Convoys

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  • UK farmers protest inheritance tax changes with tractor convoys.
  • Protests took place in Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, and the South East.
  • From April 2026, farms over £1m will face a 20% inheritance tax.
  • Currently, working farms are exempt from inheritance tax.
  • Farmers warn changes may lead to land sales and farm closures.
  • Government claims tax affects 500 estates yearly and is fair.
  • Farmers argue tax changes risk damaging the UK's food supply.
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Polestar Announces New SUV Amid Challenges; UK Economy Faces Downgrade
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business / markets
9 hours ago

Polestar Announces New SUV Amid Challenges; UK Economy Faces Downgrade

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  • Polestar announces Polestar 7 SUV amid market hurdles.
  • U.S. regulatory challenges affect Polestar due to tech bans.
  • Polestar targets France for European market expansion.
  • Polestar reports $323M net loss, sales decline in Q3 2024.
  • New U.S. regulations impact Polestar's operational plans.
  • IMF downgrades UK's 2024 growth to 0.9%, projects improvement.
  • IMF forecasts global growth boost as inflation drops.
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Georgia Mayor Accused of Misusing Public Funds for Ghana Trip
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politics / leaders
46 minutes ago

Georgia Mayor Accused of Misusing Public Funds for Ghana Trip

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  • Khalid Kamau accused of misusing $26,000 in taxpayer money for Ghana trip.
  • Kamau says allegations are politically driven and plans to publish receipts.
  • Expenses included Air Kenya flights and a $1,300 drone for the trip.
  • City council reviews alleged unauthorized spending by Kamau.
  • Kamau claims the trip aimed to foster economic ties with Ghana.
  • No city policy on international travel; personal fund use not allowed.
  • City requires purchases to have pre-approval from officials.
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UK's Economic Strategy: A Call for EU Alignment and Lower Rates
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politics / policies
5 hours ago

UK's Economic Strategy: A Call for EU Alignment and Lower Rates

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  • Kemi Badenoch suggests UK's growth plans post-Brexit may have flaws.
  • Ed Davey pushes for UK's return to EU customs union by 2030.
  • Labour criticized for lacking substantive EU reset measures.
  • More UK citizens now favor rejoining the European Union.
  • UK economy stagnant; GDP not seeing recent growth.
  • Inflation in UK at 2.5%, above target but manageable.
  • Calls for Bank of England to reconsider interest rate policies.
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US National Debt Soars with Possible Tax Cuts Under Trump
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politics / policies
1 hour ago

US National Debt Soars with Possible Tax Cuts Under Trump

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  • US debt could reach 118% of GDP by 2035, a record high.
  • GOP tax cuts may add $4 trillion to national debt.
  • CBO forecasts a $1.9 trillion deficit for this fiscal year.
  • Annual deficits may total $21.1 trillion over the next decade.
  • 2017 tax cuts' effects on economy are unclear, with COVID affecting data.
  • Rising social program costs strain US fiscal health.
  • Tax cuts may complicate managing growing national debt.
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