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Businesses brace for the impact of tariffs ahead of holidays
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Holiday shopping time is around the corner, and the National Retail Federation said tariffs remain top of mind for most holiday shoppers. What You Need To Know The National Retail Federation said tariffs remain top of mind for...
 
    
  Destination NSW hosts youth tourism workshop
Destination NSW has strengthened the state’s position as Australia’s number one destination for youth travel with a Youth Tourism Product Showcase. Held in partnership with Youth Tourism NSW, the appointment-based event connected visitor economy...
 
    
  Prague’s tourism game wins top international award
The digital game Playing Prague, part of the city’s tourism campaign, has won the 2025 Central & Eastern European Game Award (CEEGA) for Best Mobile Game. It was created by Charles Games, a studio linked to Charles University, for Prague City...
 
    
  Central Pacific Financial Corp. (NYSE:CPF) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Central Pacific Financial Corp. (NYSE:CPF) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript October 29, 2025 Central Pacific Financial Corp. misses on earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.685 EPS, expectations were $0.74. Operator: Good afternoon, ladies and...
 
    
  China Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 wins the Gold Award! Unilumin provides a comprehensive multimedia solution
OSAKA, Japan, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On the evening of October 12, 2025, the Osaka Expo 2025 witnessed a highlight moment before its closing—the China Pavilion stood out among 25 large self-built pavilions worldwide and won the Gold Medal in...
 
    
  2026 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Price, Specifications and Features, Here’s Everything To Know About New Kawasaki Adventure Bike Launched in India
New Delhi, October 30: The 2026 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has been launched in India at a starting price of INR 3.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The new adventure-tourer motorcycle has been introduced via CBU (Completely Built Unit). The new model does not...
 
    
  The Italian Textile Machinery Industry on Display at ITMA Asia + CITME Singapore 2025
Over 100 Italian companies will exhibit at ITMA ASIA CITME Singapore 2025, taking place from October 28 to 31. With an area of around 4,000 square meters, Italy ranks among the top exhibiting Countries, as in previous editions. 53 Italian...
 
    
  Exercise Trishul: India’s Massive Tri-Service Wargame That Has Pakistan on Edge
India on Thursday launched Exercise Trishul, a massive 12-day tri-service military drill along the Pakistan border, marking its most ambitious show of integrated combat readiness since Operation Sindoor six months ago. The exercise, spanning...
 
    
  China's 'long-arm jurisdiction' an illusion meant to spur fear: Taiwan officials
Taipei. Oct. 30 (CNA) Three agencies of the Taiwan government said Thursday that China is seeking to project an illusion of "long-arm jurisdiction" over Taiwan, in a bid to sow divisions and fear among the people. That approach is evident in...
 
    
  Trump announces tariff cuts on Chinese imports following 'amazing' meeting with Xi
WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump “had an amazing meeting” with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea on Thursday, saying the two leaders came to “an outstanding group of decisions.” Trump said that he will cut tariffs on Chinese...
 
    
  Otis India Elevates Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Project With 55 Advanced Elevators And Escalators
Otis India to install 55 elevators and escalators for India’s first high-speed rail corridor between Mumbai and Ahmedabad | Captain ---- Pix for representational purpose only Otis India is applying its industry and engineering expertise to help...
 
    
  U.S., Malaysian defense chiefs renew commitment to security in South China Sea, vow to deepen cooperation
By Song Sang-ho KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 30 (Yonhap) -- The defense chiefs of the United States and Malaysia on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to maritime security in the South China Sea and took steps to firm up defense cooperation, amid concerns...
 
    
  Thailand and China Launch Direct Cross-Border QR Payments
The Bank of Thailand calls the new digital service a "significant step" in linking instant retail payment systems, boosting tourism and trade between the two nations. The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has officially inaugurated a cross-border QR Code...
 
    
  China's Xi poised for 1st trip to South Korea in 11 yrs for summits with Lee, Trump
Published: 30 Oct. 2025, 08:56 U.S. President Donald Trump, right, chats with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Nov. 9, 2017. [AP/YONHAP] Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to...
 
    
  Trump cuts China tariffs after ‘amazing’ talks with Xi
2025-10-30T07:36:10+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News – Busan The United States agreed to cut tariffs on Chinese imports following talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in the South Korean city...
UAE Joins US, China, and EU in Race for Africa’s Strategic Investments
The United Arab Emirates has reinforced its position as a key investment partner in Africa, ranking fourth globally behind the United States, China, and the European Union, according to Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism....
Chinook crushes Simms, readies for the playoffs
The Chinook Sugarbeeters are heading back to the Class C football playoffs. While the Beeters already had a strong season and were locked into a playoff berth prior to last Friday night's regular season finale with Simms, they certainly wanted to...
'Signatures As Soon As Next Week': U.S.-China Deal Close, Bessent Unveils Major Victory For American Farmers
Update (0850ET): Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlined several new developments from the Trump-Xi trade discussions during an appearance on Fox News' "Mornings with Maria" with Maria Bartiromo just moments ago. Bessent revealed that China will...
 
    
  Rajnath Singh departs for Kuala Lumpur to attend 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus
New Delhi [India], October 30 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday departed for Kuala Lumpur to participate in the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus), scheduled to be held in Malaysia on November 1. During his...
 
    
  Closely watching: Asia markets fluctuate as investors mull Trump-Xi talks
Asian stock markets fluctuated on Thursday after a high-stakes meeting between US and Chinese leaders that resulted in an agreement to alleviate frictions between the world's two largest economies. US President Donald Trump described his meeting...