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Bank of Japan Raises Rates to 30-Year High

By BPN News Desk
The Bank of Japan has raised its benchmark short-term interest rate to 0.75%, taking borrowing costs to their highest level in around three decades. The decision marks a significant step in Japan’s gradual exit from years of ultra-loose monetary policy aimed at combating deflation and weak growth. Inflation and wages drive policy change The rate […]
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US Begins Release of Epstein Case Files

By BPN News Desk
The United States Justice Department has begun releasing a long-awaited batch of records related to investigations into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, fulfilling part of a legal requirement under a law passed this year that mandates disclosure of federal files. The initial release on Friday included thousands of pages of documents, but officials said more […]
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US Suspends Green Card Lottery Program

By BPN News Desk
The United States government has announced the suspension of the Diversity Immigrant Visa program (commonly known as the green card lottery), pausing the issuance and processing of new visas under the scheme. The decision was directed by President Donald Trump and announced by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem as part of broader changes to U.S. […]
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EU Reaches Funding Deal to Support Ukraine

By BPN News Desk
European Union leaders have reached an agreement on a major financial support package for Ukraine, aimed at sustaining the country’s economy and defence needs as the war with Russia continues. The deal was finalised after extended negotiations in Brussels, reflecting efforts by EU member states to ensure predictable and long-term assistance for Kyiv. Structure of […]
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China Urges Japan to Reflect on Historical Actions

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China has called on Japan to engage in deep soul-searching regarding its historical actions during the early 20th century, saying Tokyo must confront what Beijing describes as past “historical crimes” and retract statements China considers misleading. The remarks were made by China’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, who spoke during a high-level meeting at
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Trump Set to Sign Record US Defense Bill

By BPN News Desk
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign into law the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorising close to $1 trillion in defence spending for the next fiscal year. The legislation, cleared by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, outlines military policy priorities and funding levels for the U.S. armed forces. Scope […]