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BYD aims to double overseas EV sales to 800,000 in 2025
BYD looks to raise overseas sales to 800,000 this year, chairman says

SHANGHAI, China: As global demand for electric vehicles continues to rise, China's BYD is looking to double its overseas sales to over...

To meet US AI energy surge, Schneider Electric invests $700 million
Schneider Electric to invest over $700 million in US to power AI boom

ANDOVER, Massachusetts: As artificial intelligence drives up energy demand across the United States, Schneider Electric is making a...

Americans grow gloomy on finances as confidence declines further
US consumer confidence hits 12-year low amid tariff, inflation worries

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. consumer confidence continued to drop in 2025, hitting its lowest level in 12 years as more Americans worry...

Waymo gears up for driverless expansion in Washington, D.C.
Waymo aims for 2026 self-driving ride-hailing launch in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Alphabet's self-driving division Waymo is preparing to expand its driverless ride-hailing footprint to the heart...

Regulatory win in India paves way for Starlink's expansion
For Musk's Starlink, India approval could unlock emerging markets

BENGALURU, India: A major regulatory breakthrough in India could mark a turning point for Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet...

U.S. stocks plummet on Trump trade policies, techs worst hit
Dow Jones tumbles 716 points as Trump's trade war escalates

NEW YORK, New York - Renewed fears about inflation, and U.S. Donald Trump's trade policies say American markets take a deep dive Friday....

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Ireland’s Central Bank warns of economic risk from US-EU trade dispute
US-EU trade war 'extremely concerning' for Ireland, Central Bank says

DUBLIN, Ireland: As tensions rise between the United States and the European Union over potential tariffs, Ireland's Central Bank governor...

U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-TRUMP-RUSSIAN OIL-SECONDARY TARIFFS
U.S.-WASHINGTON, D.C.-TRUMP-RUSSIAN OIL-SECONDARY TARIFFS

(250331) -- WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn upon his return to the White...

Zelensky has plan to take out election rivals Economist
Zelensky has plan to take out election rivals  Economist

Ukrainian leader is reportedly aiming to sideline opposition by calling a snap vote Vladimir Zelensky and his team have begun laying...

Trump agrees to meet with comedian Bill Maher at White House, says 'would be interesting'
Trump agrees to meet with comedian Bill Maher at White House, says 'would be interesting'

Washington, DC [US], March 31 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has accepted a request from his friend, American singer-songwriter Kid...

Israel establishes directorate to help Gaza residents emigrate
Israel establishes directorate to help Gaza residents emigrate

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): Israel appointed a point man to facilitate Palestinian emigration from Gaza, the Defense Ministry...

Trump hints at defying constitution with third term bid, says 'not joking'
Trump hints at defying constitution with third term bid, says 'not joking'

Washington, DC [US], March 31 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has set off a firestorm by suggesting he may seek a third term in office,...