Global Economy

The Guardian

February 11, 2026

Record Profits Surge for Commonwealth Bank Amid Housing Frenzy

Commonwealth Bank posts $5.45bn profit as investor interest in Australia's hot housing market grows.

#housing market #investment #economy

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The New York Times

February 11, 2026

Trump's Controversial Stand on US-Canada Bridge Sparks Debate

Trump blocks new US-Canada bridge following billionaire's lobbying, raising questions about influence on cross-border infrastructure.

#geopolitics #US-Canada relations #infrastructure

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BBC

February 10, 2026

Japanese Stocks Rally as Takaichi's Election Marks New Era

Japanese stocks soar following Sanae Takaichi's historic election win, signaling potential shifts in economic and geopolitical strategies.

#Japan #Sanae Takaichi #Liberal Democratic Party

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Deutsche Welle

February 10, 2026

Germany's Carnival Season to Boost Economy by €2 Billion

Despite a short carnival season, Germany anticipates a €2 billion boost. Parallelly, a high-profile trial capturing public attention resumes.

#Germany #Economy #Carnival

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The Guardian

February 10, 2026

Air Canada's Cuba Flights Grounded Amid U.S. Oil Blockade Crisis

Air Canada halts all Cuba flights due to a U.S. oil blockade, impacting global airlines and Cuban tourism, causing fuel shortages.

#Cuba #Air Canada #U.S. oil blockade

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France 24

February 09, 2026

Historic Victory: Japan's First Female PM Faces Economic, Foreign Policy Challenges

Japan's new PM Sanae Takaichi wins by a landslide, focusing on economy and foreign policy with US-Chinese relations at stake.

#Japan politics #female leadership #economic policy

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Deutsche Welle

February 09, 2026

Berlin Airport Shuts Down Again Amid Winter Weather Chaos

Berlin's airport suspends flights due to icy conditions, sparking travel and economic impacts across the region as winter weather persists.

#Berlin #airport #weather

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Deutsche Welle

February 09, 2026

Kyiv Residents Face Harsh Cold as Utilities Struggle to Restore Services

In Kyiv, residents endure freezing temperatures with no heat or power, as efforts to restore services continue tirelessly.

#Kyiv #Ukraine #energy crisis

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The New York Times

February 08, 2026

Russian Strikes Devastate Ukraine's Power Grid Amid Winter

Russian drone and missile attacks cripple Ukraine's energy infrastructure as freezing temperatures exacerbate power shortages.

#Ukraine #Russia #energy crisis

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BBC

February 08, 2026

Stunning Freeze: Ukraine's Waterfalls Turn to Ice Amid Deep Cold

Ukraine experiences a dramatic freeze with waterfalls turning to ice as temperatures plummet to -20C, sparking discussions on energy readiness.

#Ukraine #weather #geopolitics

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Al Jazeera

February 08, 2026

Syria and Saudi Arabia Forge Billion-Dollar Investment Partnership

Syria and Saudi Arabia sign a landmark $2bn deal to develop Aleppo's airports, marking a new era of collaboration and investment.

#Syria #Saudi Arabia #investment

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The Guardian

February 07, 2026

Norwegian Royals in Turmoil: Rape Trial and Epstein Links

Norway's royal family faces unprecedented scrutiny as Marius Borg Høiby denies charges and Princess Mette-Marit is scrutinized over Epstein ties.

#Norwegian Royals #Mette-Marit #Epstein Scandal

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