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Swedes vote in election that could usher far right into government

Swedes vote in election that could usher far right into government

By Simon Johnson and Niklas Pollard STOCKHOLM, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Swedes vote in an election on Sunday that will either bring a far-right party into government for the first time or shift the country back towards the liberalism it has long been known for.

Swedish voters go to polls to choose a new parliament as hard right bids for role in government

Swedish voters go to polls to choose a new parliament as hard right bids for role in government

Voters in Sweden are heading to the polls on Sunday to decide if the conservative leader stays in power or if the center-left returns

US 10-year borrowing costs pull back from 5% in reprieve for Bessent

US 10-year borrowing costs pull back from 5% in reprieve for Bessent

By Ankur Banerjee, Amanda Cooper, Dhara Ranasinghe and Colin Barr SINGAPORE/LONDON/NEW YORK, Sept 11 (Reuters) - The global bond rout took a breather on Friday after a widely anticipated U.S. inflation report met economist expectations, pushing up market rate-hike odds while also driving

It’s Been 25 Years Since 9/11. Did the Terrorists Win?

It’s Been 25 Years Since 9/11. Did the Terrorists Win?

We are more divided, the world is less secure, and many of our bedrock principles and ideals are eroding

Basketball-Holders US battle past Spain to reach women's World Cup final

Basketball-Holders US battle past Spain to reach women's World Cup final

BERLIN, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Defending champions the United States pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat Spain 76-66 on Saturday and book their place in the Women's World Cup final after being tested for much of the contest.

President Trump Urges Ukraine to Relinquish NATO Ambitions and Crimea Ahead of Zelenskiy Meeting

President Trump Urges Ukraine to Relinquish NATO Ambitions and Crimea Ahead of Zelenskiy Meeting

President Trump has advised Ukraine to abandon its aspirations for NATO membership and to concede Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014. This directive comes as President Trump prepares to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European leaders in Washington. The meetings are intended to press Kyiv towards accepting a peace deal with Russia to end the ongoing conflict. President Trump's stance, articulated after a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, suggests a push for Ukraine to make significant compromises. He indicated that President Zelenskiy 'can end the war with Russia almost immediately, if he wants to, or he can continue to fight,' emphasizing that there should be 'NO GOING INTO NATO BY UKRAINE.' This position has raised concerns among Ukraine and its allies, who fear that President Trump might favor an agreement beneficial to Moscow. Despite these concerns, some have found reassurance in President Trump's apparent willingness to provide post-settlement security...

U.S. sticking to familiar pairings for Solheim Cup Saturday foursomes

U.S. sticking to familiar pairings for Solheim Cup Saturday foursomes

By Field Level Media Sep 11 (Field Level Media) - Alison Lee and Lauren Coughlin will team up for the United States against English stars Charley Hull and Lottie Woad in the anchor match of Saturday morning foursomes at the Solheim Cup.

South Korean Business Leader Proposes US$6 Trillion Economic Bloc with Japan Amid Global Trade Shifts

South Korean Business Leader Proposes US$6 Trillion Economic Bloc with Japan Amid Global Trade Shifts

South Korean Business Leader Proposes US$6 Trillion Economic Bloc with Japan Amid Global Trade Shifts

What to know about Sunday's election in Sweden, NATO's newest member

What to know about Sunday's election in Sweden, NATO's newest member

Sweden is holding an election Sunday that will determine whether a conservative leader remains in charge and a hard-right party wins ministerial jobs for the first time, or whether the center-left returns to power

Take Five: Rates, risks and rivalries

Take Five: Rates, risks and rivalries

Sept 11 (Reuters) - Policy makers at the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan are preparing key interest rate decisions against a backdrop of escalating conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices.

Germany Evaluates 30 AI Tools for Military, Aims for Prototype by 2027 After Rejecting U.S. System

Germany Evaluates 30 AI Tools for Military, Aims for Prototype by 2027 After Rejecting U.S. System

The German Bundeswehr is currently evaluating 30 artificial intelligence tools to enhance battlefield decision-making by processing data from drones and satellites. Vice Admiral Thomas Daum, head of the military’s cyber command, announced that a prototype is expected by the second quarter of 2027, with full deployment anticipated in 2028. Most of the companies involved in this evaluation are German, though French firm ChapsVision is also a candidate. This initiative follows Germany's decision in April to reject Palantir's Maven Smart System, which is already utilized by the Pentagon and several NATO members. Germany's move signifies a strategic shift towards developing sovereign military software to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, despite the fact that the Maven system is already operational.

Global bond selloff keeps 10-year US yield near 5% on oil, rate-hike fears

Global bond selloff keeps 10-year US yield near 5% on oil, rate-hike fears

By Ankur Banerjee and Amanda Cooper SINGAPORE/LONDON, Sept 11 (Reuters) - The global bond selloff pushed U.S. 10-year Treasury yields near the closely watched 5% level on Friday as inflationary fears stemming from oil prices surging well beyond $100 a barrel and rising chances of a near-term U.S.