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EU says India's Russian oil purchases, military drills hinder closer ties
India's participation in military exercises with Moscow and its purchases of Russian oil "stand in the way of closer ties" with the EU, the bloc's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said on Wednesday.
Stocks, dollar calm before expected US rate cut
Stock markets and the dollar steadied as investors expected the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates Wednesday to shore up the world's biggest economy.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits, says independence 'gone'
The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's has resigned from the ice cream brand after saying his company know for its social activism has lost "the independence to pursue our values" under the ownership of British giant Unilever.
Nestle share price slips as chairman follows CEO out the door
Nestle shares slipped on Wednesday after the Swiss food giant announced the earlier-than-expected departure of its chairman, just weeks after the sudden ouster of its chief executive over an office relationship.
Peru evacuates 1,600 tourists from Machu Picchu amid protest
Peru has evacuated around 1,600 tourists from a train station that serves the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after a local protest escalated into clashes with police.
UK inflation stable ahead of central bank rate call
British inflation was unchanged in August, official data showed Wednesday, fuelling expectations that the Bank of England will not cut interest rates again at its meeting this week.
Lower shipments to US, China weigh on Singapore August exports
Singapore's exports slid again in August according to official figures out Wednesday, as shipments to its biggest markets -- the US and China -- keep dropping.
EU business lobby head says China rare earths snag persists
European firms still face challenges in securing access to crucial rare earths from China, a business lobby warned Wednesday, despite a July deal to speed up exports.
Asian stocks swing as traders bide time ahead of US rate decision
Asian stock markets were mixed Wednesday as investors bided their time ahead of an expected US interest rate cut later in the day.
US Fed set for first rate cut of 2025 as Trump pressure looms
The US Federal Reserve is poised to make its first interest rate cut of 2025 on Wednesday, but it battles competing forces in the path forward -- with heightened political pressure and likely divisions among its ranks.
Broadway jeering Caesars Times Square casino bet
The casino industry's quest to bring gambling to Manhattan faces a key test this week when an advisory panel weighs a Times Square proposal that has enraged much of Broadway.
Harold Clarke on the Shift From Trophy Properties to Generational Holdings
HONOLULU, HI / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Harold Clarke isn't a traditional realtor. As CEO of MegaCapital Hawaii Corp.-a private real estate office specializing in discreet acquisitions and long-term holdings in Hawai'i-he works with ultra-high-net-worth families seeking privacy, permanence, and legacy. But Clarke's philosophy around real estate was shaped decades ago, far from the islands.
Proof Positive: SMX and REDWAVE Validate Global Plastics Passport Framework for Flame-Retardant and Carbon-Black Plastics
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Every great industry eventually faces the same showdown. Not over who builds the best technology or who moves the fastest, but over who writes the rules. VHS vs. Betamax. Windows vs. Mac. iOS vs. Android. History is peppered with examples where setting the standard meant owning the market. Few would have predicted that recycling - once dismissed as a regulatory afterthought and a cost of doing business - would be the next arena for such a battle.
SMX Validates Plastics Passport Technology for Carbon Black and Flame Retardant Recycling (NASDAQ: SMX)
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Every industry has its white whale, the problem that defies solution year after year. For the recycling world, that problem has always been carbon black plastics. Their dark pigmentation absorbs the infrared and laser signals used by sorting systems, making them virtually invisible on conveyor belts. Billions of tons of this material flow into landfills and incinerators every year because no one could figure out how to separate and certify them at scale. Until now.
SMX and REDWAVE Prove Recycling's Greatest Transformation Is Here (NASDAQ: SMX)
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Every once in a while, an industry has its thunderbolt moment. Recycling just had its. SMX (NASDAQ:SMX), working with BT-Systems' Competence Center REDWAVE, has proven that the world's most stubborn plastics can finally be tamed. And not just tamed, but certified, traded, and turned into assets at industrial speed.
IRS Warns of New Scam Targeting Taxpayers With Fake ‘Fresh Start’ Offers - Clear Start Tax Shares How to Stay Protected
Fraudulent schemes exploiting the IRS Fresh Start Program are on the rise, putting vulnerable taxpayers at risk of financial loss.
Vero Technologies and Quiktrak Mark Integration Milestone with 5,000 Coordinated Audits, Announce Joint Webinar on Modern Floor Plan Risk Management
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Vero Technologies, a leading technology platform for asset finance, and Quiktrak, a global leader in dealer audit services and technology, today announced they have successfully processed over 5,000 coordinated audits through their integrated platform. To share insights from this milestone, the companies will host a joint webinar in October demonstrating how lenders are using continuous risk monitoring combined with audit verification to transform floor plan management.
SMX and RedWave Complete Proof-of-Concept Trials, Successfully Demonstrating to NAFRA & A*Star Certified Recycling with Digital Passport in Food-Grade, Flame-Retardant and Carbon Black Plastics
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX)(NASDAQ:SMXWW), a global pioneer in digitizing physical objects for a circular economy, today announced the successful completion of two proof-of-concept trials, conducted over two consecutive days, with its service provider RedWave, demonstrating advanced sorting solutions for NAFRA (North American Flame Retardant Alliance) and A*Star (Singapore's Agency for Science, Technology and Research).
Bushido Kids Karate Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Martial Arts in Guelph
GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Bushido Kids Karate, a premier martial arts school dedicated to teaching authentic Okinawan karate and self-defence, has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the Martial Arts category for Guelph. With over 18 years of service to the community, Bushido Kids Karate has built a reputation for developing confident, respectful, and skilled students in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
Empire AV Services & Installations LLC Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in AV Services in Dallas-Fort Worth
DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Empire AV Services & Installations LLC has been recognised with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the AV Services category for the Dallas-Fort Worth region. This honour highlights the company's dedication to delivering cutting-edge audio-visual solutions with a focus on quality, innovation, and exceptional customer support.
EpiqueX Launch, Global Expansion, and IPO on the Horizon Signals the Next Era of Epique Realty
We are a disruptive force and are looking to revolutionize several industries across multiple platforms in the coming year." said Joshua Miller, CEO & Co-Founder of EpiqueX.
Announcing the 2025 Barrie Consumer Choice Award Winners
BARRIE, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Barrie region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 Barrie Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Liberty Personal Loans Support Australians Upgrading Their Homes
As renovation costs rise and household spending increases, Liberty offers fast and flexible personal loans to help Australians improve their homes.
Nestle says chairman Paul Bulcke to step down
Nestle on Tuesday announced that its longtime chairman Paul Bulcke had decided to step down, just weeks after the Swiss food giant suddenly fired its chief executive over an office relationship.
Malawi votes in economic gloom as two presidents battle for power
Malawians voted Tuesday in elections overshadowed by soaring prices and crippling fuel shortages, with the economic gloom a challenge to President Lazarus Chakwera's bid for a second term.
Stocks slip, dollar down as Fed meets on rates
Wall Street stocks turned lower on Tuesday while the dollar slid as the US Federal Reserve began a two-day meeting at which it is expected to cut interest rates.
Trump sues NYT for $15 bn in latest attack on media
Donald Trump filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times on Monday, adding to the US president's growing list of legal attacks on news organizations he accuses of bias against him.
Thyssenkrupp says India's Jindal Steel makes bid for steel business
India's Jindal Steel International has made an offer for Thyssenkrupp's steel division, the German company said Tuesday, in what would be a mega-deal for the struggling industrial titan.
US retail sales beat expectations in August despite tariffs
Retail sales in the United States were hotter than expected in August, government data showed Tuesday, although analysts warned consumers may run out of steam as President Donald Trump's tariffs bite.
Europe slow to match economic rivals US, China: Draghi
The European Union is "failing to match the speed of change" in the United States and China and must act urgently on economic reforms to avoid falling further behind, a key report's author said Tuesday.
Malawi votes for a new president as economic crisis bites
Thousands of Malawians turned out to vote in general elections Tuesday with the incumbent president and his predecessor vying for a second chance to govern the southern African nation battered by soaring costs and fuel shortages.
Stocks diverge, dollar down as Fed meets on rates
European stock markets fell Tuesday following a steady showing by Asia's main indices, as the US Federal Reserve prepares to meet over interest rates.