The S&P 500 surged to a record intraday high of 6,921 points in a shortened Christmas Eve session. Investors are betting on Fed rate cuts in 2025 after mixed economic data. Read the full analysis.
US 30-year fixed mortgage rate falls slightly to 6.18%, offering limited relief. Housing market sees more listings but affordability is a key hurdle for first-time buyers. Details here.
Emerging market currencies and stocks rose 0.4% each, reaching levels last seen in late October, buoyed by a softer dollar and local policy cues amid thin holiday trading. Key moves seen in South Korea, Israel, Turkey, China, and Vietnam.
The 2026 US federal holiday calendar is out! Discover the 11 official holidays, find out which ones create long weekends, and start planning your travel and time off. Get all key dates here.
The US Department of Education launches a Clery Act investigation into Brown University's safety protocols following the December 2025 campus shooting. Could result in heavy fines.
India pledges $450 million for Sri Lanka's recovery after Cyclone Ditwah. Jaishankar announces package focusing on reconstruction, health, and disaster readiness. Read more.
Asian equity markets traded higher, led by tech shares, while gold and silver surged to fresh records. The rally was fueled by expectations of US interest rate cuts and easing AI concerns. Get the full market analysis.
India announces a major $450 million relief package for Sri Lanka to aid recovery from a devastating cyclone. EAM Jaishankar confirms the support, highlighting India's role as a first responder in the region.
The UAE cemented its role as a top global humanitarian donor in 2025, providing $1.46 billion in aid. Read about its major relief efforts in Gaza, Sudan, and global water initiatives.
Gold prices fell for a second day on December 19, pressured by a rising US dollar. However, the metal is set for a weekly gain on Fed rate cut bets. Silver staged a sharp recovery. Read the full analysis and outlook.
European shares traded flat on Friday, with tech and consumer stocks falling while banks gained. The STOXX 600 index dipped 0.1% but is set for a strong weekly finish. Read the full analysis.
President Trump signs an executive order giving US federal employees a four-day Christmas break, a move that contrasts his past criticism of public holidays. Read the details and implications.
India reaffirms its commitment to humanitarian support for the Afghan people, dispatching 40 tons of medical aid, including a crucial CT scanner, to Kabul. Read more about this critical assistance.
US unemployment rate climbs to 4.6% in November, the highest since 2021, amid federal job cuts and economic uncertainty. Key insights on Fed rates and hiring trends.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin flagged off a ship carrying rice and relief materials to cyclone-affected Sri Lanka, continuing the state's tradition of aid. Read more about this humanitarian gesture.
A US appeals court has ruled that former President Donald Trump could legally remove two Democratic members from federal labour boards in 2017. The decision has significant implications for the balance of power in US federal agencies. Read more for detail
The UAE's field hospital in Gaza has provided critical medical services to over 18,000 patients and delivered 116 babies since its establishment, offering a lifeline to residents amid the ongoing conflict.
India deploys integrated task force & para field hospital to Colombo via air & sea. Read how New Delhi is providing critical aid to its neighbour.
Pakistan alleges India delayed airspace clearance for its Sri Lanka cyclone relief flight. India denies, stating request was cleared in 4 hours. Expired aid packages also spark online debate.
Viral images question if Pakistan sent expired flood relief to Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, India's Operation Sagar Bandhu has delivered 53 tonnes of aid. Read the full story here.
Asian stock markets mostly advanced Tuesday, lifted by expectations of US interest rate cuts and a slight easing in Japanese bond yield concerns. Key indices in Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea posted gains.
Uganda joins Egypt and Kenya in tightening refugee policies due to funding shortages. Learn how aid cuts are impacting vulnerable populations across Africa.
Yale University faces student backlash over reduced work hours, narrowed wage gaps, and consolidated summer grants. Student group SUN demands action as financial strain grows.
Gold prices are poised for fourth straight monthly gain amid Fed rate cut expectations. Bullion could deliver best annual performance since 1979. Read analysis for investment insights.
US President Donald Trump accuses South Africa of white genocide, bans them from Miami G-20 summit. India watches as global economic forum faces turmoil. Read full analysis.
Gold prices dropped 0.5% as investors took profits after recent highs. Conflicting Federal Reserve signals on December rate cuts create market uncertainty. Learn how this affects precious metals.
Wall Street opens higher with Dow gaining 130 points as Federal Reserve maintains rate cut projections for 2024. Market optimism grows despite inflation concerns.
Gold prices in Delhi surged to ₹1.30 lakh per 10 grams, reaching a near two-week high. Analysts attribute the rise to renewed expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts next month. Read more about the market trends.
Torrential rains flood makeshift tents in Gaza, displacing homeless Palestinians amid ongoing conflict. UN struggles to ramp up aid as winter conditions worsen humanitarian catastrophe.
Growing opposition within Federal Reserve threatens Trump's rate cut demands. Internal divisions could persist even with new chair appointment in 2026. Read analysis.