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ASML CEO sees growing economic 'uncertainty' from tariffs
Dutch tech giant ASML warned on Wednesday of growing economic uncertainty due to US tariffs but the company kept its 2025 sales forecast intact.
Dutch flower industry grasps thorny pesticide issue
As Margriet Mantingh gazes at flowers stretching as far as the eye can see at the world's biggest flower market near Amsterdam, all she sees is a huge bouquet of pesticides.
Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger
Solar panels like the ones on the roof of Elhadj Abdou's house are an increasingly common sight in Niger's capital, which is often hit by power cuts.
Mackerel and missiles: EU-UK defence deal snags on fish
Cod and herring are normally more likely to be on the dinner menu than the negotiating table at European security talks.
Istanbul's Hagia Sophia prepares for next big quake
The Hagia Sophia of Istanbul is no stranger to change -- through the centuries the city's architectural jewel has gone from church to mosque to museum, back to mosque again.
ASML CEO sees 'increased macro uncertainty' from tariffs
The head of ASML said on Wednesday there was "increased macro uncertainty" due to tariffs but the Dutch tech giant kept its sales forecasts for this year unchanged.
Cambodia's Chinese casino city bets big on Beijing
Once a collection of sleepy fishing villages, vast Chinese investments have transformed Cambodia's Sihanoukville into a half-finished gambling resort with signs everywhere in Mandarin.
Vespa love affair: Indonesians turn vintage scooters electric
When Indonesian executive Heret Frasthio takes his antique 1957 VL Vespa for a ride, its white paint peeling off, the usual fumes and hum of the free-spirited scooters cannot be seen or heard.
UK's top court to rule on how to define a 'woman'
Britain's highest court will hand down a landmark ruling Wednesday on the definition of a "woman", weighing in on a long-running, divisive debate about biological sex versus gender identity.
Stocks struggle again as Nvidia chip curb warning pops calm
Asian stocks swung Wednesday after Nvidia's announcement of new US licensing rules on shipments of its new chip to China rattled investor confidence already shot by Donald Trump's sweeping trade war.
China's economy beats forecasts ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'
China said Wednesday its economy topped forecasts in the first quarter, as exporters rushed to shift goods ahead of swingeing US tariffs, but warned it faced "certain pressures" from Donald Trump's trade blitz.
China's economy beat forecasts in first quarter ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day'
China on Wednesday said its economy grew a forecast-beating 5.4 percent in the first quarter as exporters rushed to get goods out of factory gates ahead of swingeing new US tariffs.
Trump orders critical minerals probe that may bring new tariffs
US President Donald Trump ordered a probe Tuesday that may result in tariffs on critical minerals, rare-earth metals and associated products such as smartphones, in an escalation of his dispute with global trade partners.
'La bolita,' Cuban lottery offering hope in tough times
Every day, as he has done for 20 years, Carlos makes the rounds collecting bets in central Havana for "la bolita" -- a clandestine national lottery that provides a sliver of hope for Cubans struggling to make ends meet.
Askeladden Capital Comments on AstroNova Q4 and FY2025 Results
Q4 represents fourth consecutive quarter of poor performance blamed on "delays," which are now expected to continue into FY2026ALOT shares are down >50% since the disastrous MTEX acquisition last May, which led to a covenant breach and event of default on the company's debt facility in Q4Samir Patel of Askeladden Capital, AstroNova's largest shareholder, has nominated five director candidates with specific and relevant expertise who will instill a culture of accountability to shareholder value
Why Turkey is the World's Leading Destination for Hair Transplants - Featuring Dr. Terziler
ISTANBUL, TR / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 / In recent years, Turkey has emerged as a global leader in hair transplantation, attracting tens of thousands of people annually who are seeking effective and affordable solutions to hair loss. The country's success in this field stems from a combination of expert medical professionals, cutting-edge techniques, and competitive pricing. Among the many skilled specialists operating in Turkey, Dr. Terziler has established himself as a standout figure, offering top-tier services to patients from all over the world.
Clear Start Tax Warns Taxpayers About the Consequences of Ignoring IRS Notices
Failing to Respond Can Lead to Penalties, Garnishments, and Lost Opportunities for Relief, Says National Tax Resolution Firm
Lonestar Transfer Champions Transparency Amid Industry Confusion: Helping Timeshare Owners Navigate Misleading Rebrands
ROYSE CITY, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 / In today's shifting vacation landscape, timeshare companies are reinventing themselves with new labels-"vacation ownership," "travel clubs," "destination memberships"-in an effort to distance themselves from the stigma long associated with traditional timeshares. But at their core, many of these offerings still carry the same challenges: rising fees, restrictive contracts, and limited flexibility.
DealFlow Events Announces Strategic Partnership with ACCESS Newswire
ROSLYN, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 / DealFlow Events, a leading organizer of financial and investment conferences, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with ACCESS Newswire, a premier provider of press release distribution services. Under this new agreement, ACCESS Newswire becomes the official public relations communications platform for all companies presenting at DealFlow Events, including the highly regarded annual Microcap Conference and the newly launched DealFlow Discovery Days, a series of sector-focused investment events.
Crawford Homes Wins Consumer Choice Award for Home Builders in Regina
REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) proudly announces Crawford Homes as the top provider in Regina's Home Builders category. This award recognizes Crawford Homes' dedication to quality craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and community development.
San Diego Sports Acupuncture Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in Acupuncture
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce San Diego Sports Acupuncture as the 2025 winner in the Acupuncture category in the San Diego region. This respected distinction highlights the clinic's ongoing commitment to evidence-informed care, innovative treatment techniques, and outstanding client outcomes.
Nvidia expects $5.5 bn hit as US targets chips sent to China
Nvidia on Tuesday notified regulators that it expects a $5.5 billion hit this quarter due to a new US licensing requirement on the primary chip it can legally sell in China.
Trump resurrects ghost of US military bases in Panama
US President Donald Trump's bid to take back control of the Panama Canal has put his counterpart Jose Raul Mulino in a difficult position and revived fears in the Central American country that US military bases will return.
Boeing faces fresh crisis with US-China trade war
US aviation giant Boeing, fresh off a crippling labor dispute and quality control crisis, has now found itself drawn into the escalating trade conflict between Washington and Beijing.
Canada offers automakers tariff relief, Honda denies weighing move
Ottawa on Tuesday offered tariff relief to automakers on condition they maintain production in Canada, fearing US President Donald Trump's policies could trigger a flight of the key manufacturing sector to the United States.
Trump says China 'reneged' on Boeing deal as tensions flare
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that China has gone back on a major Boeing deal, after a news report that Beijing ordered airlines not to take further deliveries of the US aviation giant's jets.
Trump eyes near 50 percent cut in State Dept budget: US media
The US State Department is expected to propose an unprecedented scaling back of Washington's diplomatic reach, multiple news outlets reported Tuesday, shuttering programs and embassies worldwide to slash the budget by almost 50 percent.
Harvey Weinstein New York retrial for sex crimes begins
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's retrial on rape and sex assault charges started Tuesday, forcing survivors who helped fire up the "#MeToo" movement to prepare to testify against him once more.
Facebook chief Zuckerberg testifying again in US antitrust trial
Social media titan Mark Zuckerberg took the stand for a second day Tuesday in a landmark US antitrust trial where his conglomerate Meta is accused of taking over Instagram and WhatsApp before they could become competitors.
Auto shares surge on tariff reprieve hopes
Stock markets rose Tuesday as auto firms were boosted by US President Donald Trump's suggestion of flexibility over steep tariffs on the sector.
Trump trade war casts pall in China's southern export heartland
The blistering tariff war launched by Donald Trump this month cast a shadow Tuesday as businesses met to strike deals at a trade show in southern China, for decades a key hub for exports to the United States.
China tells airlines to suspend Boeing jet deliveries: report
China has told its airlines to stop taking deliveries of jets from American aviation giant Boeing, a report said Tuesday, as a trade war between Beijing and the United States deepens.