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Poll shows rising trust in global institutions, less comfort with US as global leader

Poll shows rising trust in global institutions, less comfort with US as global leader

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - A new poll of over 35,000 people worldwide shows continued support for global cooperation and rising trust in international institutions, but less comfort with the United States or China taking leadership roles. In fact, many view both as a threat.

AI military risks spark concern at China security conference

AI military risks spark concern at China security conference

By Mei Mei Chu BEIJING, Sept 17 (Reuters) - A range of delegates to China's flagship defence conference this week expressed fears over the potential for unchecked AI development and technology rivalries to further heighten risks across the global security environment The warnings come as the world's

Saudi Arabia calls attempted attack on Mecca a 'red line' as Iran-backed Houthis deny they did it

Saudi Arabia calls attempted attack on Mecca a 'red line' as Iran-backed Houthis deny they did it

Muslim nations are condemning an attempted drone attack on Mecca as Saudi Arabia says that Islam's holiest city is a “red line” for the kingdom

Saudis seek allies' help as missile defenses run low in fight with Houthis, officials say

Saudis seek allies' help as missile defenses run low in fight with Houthis, officials say

Saudi Arabia is running low on missile interceptors and has turned to regional and Western allies for assistance as its standoff with Houthi rebels in Yemen drags on

Oil prices extend losses on easing fears of Middle East supply disruption

Oil prices extend losses on easing fears of Middle East supply disruption

By Yuka Obayashi and Trixie Yap Sept 17 (Reuters) - Oil prices eased on Thursday, extending losses on reports of Saudi Arabia offering extra crude cargoes through Oman, which reduced fears of supply disruptions, but stayed above $100 on concerns about the Middle East conflict expanding.

Wall Street points to more losses as oil, bond yields rise and odds of a Fed rate hike increase

Wall Street points to more losses as oil, bond yields rise and odds of a Fed rate hike increase

Wall Street futures are sliding but are off earlier lows with the opening bell approaching

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Team USA Secures Bronze in Mixed Relay at World Climbing Series in Guiyang

Team USA Secures Bronze in Mixed Relay at World Climbing Series in Guiyang

Team USA Secures Bronze in Mixed Relay at World Climbing Series in Guiyang

Malaysia Detains Israel-Bound Cargo, Citing Support for Military Capabilities

Malaysia Detains Israel-Bound Cargo, Citing Support for Military Capabilities

Malaysia has detained several containers passing through its Port of Tanjung Pelepas that were bound for Israel. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed these actions, stating that Malaysia will not allow its country to be used as a conduit for shipments that support or contribute to Israel's military capabilities. This marks the second time Malaysia has detained Israel-bound cargo, with a similar incident occurring earlier in August. The detained containers include three carrying electric bicycle parts from China destined for the Port of Ashdod, and another shipment from the Philippines suspected of containing weapons, intended for the Israeli defense technology company Elbit Systems. Malaysia, which lacks diplomatic or trade relations with Israel, has a clear stance against facilitating trade that could aid Israel's military.

Oil prices continue surge, rising 3% amid Saudi pipeline outage after attack

Oil prices continue surge, rising 3% amid Saudi pipeline outage after attack

By Shadia Nasralla LONDON, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Oil prices continued their surge, rising more than 3% on Monday, after new strikes on Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure and attacks on ships in the Middle East compounded supply concerns.

What the closure of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline could mean for oil flows

What the closure of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline could mean for oil flows

The war with Iran has plunged the world into an energy crisis

Companies left China to dodge tariffs. Now some are heading back

Companies left China to dodge tariffs. Now some are heading back

By Ellen Zhang and Marius Zaharia BEIJING/HONG KONG, Sept 14 (Reuters) - A year after shifting production and sourcing out of China to avoid higher U.S. tariffs, some companies are learning that replicating the country's factory ecosystem is not so easy and are bringing manufacturing back.