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UK train-driver union would make threatened strikes national
The UK train drivers’ union said it’s likely to coordinate any strikes resulting from a ballot across multiple companies, aiming for maximum disruption to the…
Scandinavia’s SAS files for bankruptcy as most flights grounded
SAS AB filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after a pilots’ strike grounded a majority of the Scandinavian airline’s flights, worsening the travel chaos that’s…
Copper sinks to 17-month low as recession fears dominate trade
Copper fell to the lowest level in 17 months, with metals extending losses as global recession fears continue to damp the demand outlook for commodities.
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China’s Liu discusses tariffs with Yellen as US looks to ease
China’s Vice Premier Liu He discussed US economic sanctions and tariffs in a call with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen amid reports the Biden administration is…
American Airlines says trips restored after technical glitch
American Airlines Group Inc. said it doesn’t expect any operation impact from a temporary glitch that had allowed pilots to drop thousands of flight hours.
UK speeds up checks for new airport workers amid travel chaos
The British government is speeding up national security checks for new airport workers to address post-pandemic staffing shortages that have contributed to chaos for travelers…
Germany, Ireland decry UK government for tearing up Brexit deal
Germany’s government made a rare public statement admonishing the British government for plans to break the Brexit deal agreed with the European Union two years…
Biden may roll back Chinese tariffs this week, Dow Jones says
US President Joe Biden could announce his decision to roll back some tariffs on Chinese imports as soon as this week, Dow Jones reports, a…
Risk currencies rally on bets US may roll back China tariffs
Commodity and risk currencies rallied overnight on reports the US may soon rollback tariffs on Chinese consumer goods. Asian stock futures pointed to modest gains…
Singapore’s tiny second airport eyes future as a flying taxi hub
Just 20 minutes north-west of Singapore’s Changi Airport -- regularly voted the world’s best -- is Seletar Airport, the city-state’s second, and far well less…