European markets close lower as UK inflation misses estimate
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Fed officials seem like they have ‘no idea’ what is going on with U.S. inflation, strategist says
Federal Reserve officials appear to have "no idea" what is happening when it comes to the inflation picture in the U.S., according to Julian Howard, lead investment director of multi-asset solutions at GAM.
Kim’s portrait is publicly displayed in North Korea. Here’s a look at what it means
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The portrait of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was publicly displayed along with those of his father and grandfather for the first time, sparking speculation about the message it sends.
How Radio Ceylon became an Asian institution
Growing up in India, I spent a lot of time listening to Hindi music on Radio Ceylon. I didn't know it at the time, but my attachment to the Colombo-based broadcaster was a perfect example of its extraordinary role in building links between the people of South Asia after independence from British rule.
Autos giant Peugeot is trialing driverless tech — with a twist — for Amazon-style deliveries
PARIS, France — French car giant Peugeot told CNBC this week that it's partnering with Vay, a German mobility startup, to integrate so-called "teledriving" tech — an alternative to autonomous cars — into its vehicles.
Millennials are 'quiet vacationing' rather than asking their boss for PTO: 'There's a giant workaround culture'
Paid days off from work aren't a guarantee for many Americans, but even when they do get them, they're leaving them on the table.
Passengers of turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight arrive in city state as US to help with probe
The scheduled London-Singapore flight on a Boeing 777-300ER plane diverted to Bangkok after the plane was buffeted by turbulence that flung passengers and crew around the cabin, slamming some into the ceiling.