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Ukraine comes to Davos on multiple fronts
It is not only leaders of governments but also businesses that face some tough decisions.
New Australian govt to step up climate action, will face calls to do more
The new Labor government and a substantial Greens and independents bloc will drive ambitious steps to cut emissions.
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World economy has 'buffer' against recession: IMF's Gopinath
However, risks are uneven around the world, she said.
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I lost money on crypto as a novice. Here's how you can avoid the mistakes I made
Beware of herd mentality, where investors get influenced by others piling into an investment.
May 24 2022
Covid-19
North Korea's fever cases under 200,000 for second day amid silence on aid offer
Pyongyang reported 167,650 new patients suffering from fever on Monday and one more death.
Shanghai district to require all shops to shut, residents to stay home
Jingan district plans to carry out Covid-19 mass testing until Tuesday.
Hong Kong reports 228 new Covid-19 cases as it slowly relaxes curbs
The daily case count in the city has dropped from a peak of more than 50,000 in March.
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China, US in a race for Asean: Who will come out on top?
Which side has an edge when it comes to economic engagement and broader ties with the region?
Use technology to reconnect, not separate: Chinese writer Chen Qiufan
The tech world needs more diverse perspectives for better innovation, says Mr Chen.
A rural region in Japan aims for 'creative depopulation'
Town ‘at risk of disappearing’ draws young and talented people from elsewhere to build a healthy population.
The great aviation lift-off: Which countries are ahead in the race?
From Singapore to the US, aviation recovery is gaining speed as borders reopen and travel curbs ease.
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