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A look at major Ebola outbreaks and when the disease was first identified
CAPE TOWN, South Africa: Health authorities say there is a new Ebola outbreak in the Central African country of Congo, with more than 300 suspected cases and at least 88 deaths. Cases have also been reported in neighbouring Uganda.The outbreak was declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization on Sunday.Mystery 'Disease X' probed after killing 79 people in CongoThe severe disease that is often fatal was first identified in 1976 after two outbreaks in...
Thailand to Pare 7,000 Business Rules to Lure Foreign Investment
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s government plans a sweeping reform of more than 7,000 business regulations, aiming to cut bureaucratic hurdles and accelerate investment as it tries to compete for global capital.
Rare Ebola’s Silent Spread in Congo Exposes Surveillance Gaps
A rare Ebola outbreak that may have circulated undetected in northeastern Congo for several weeks is exposing the difficulty of detecting deadly viruses in regions where malaria, typhoid and other fever-causing illnesses are common and health systems are stretched thin.
The IMF and the elephant in the energy sector
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is not wrong to say that Pakistan’s power sector subsidy regime needs reform. Any serious policy practitioner knows that the present tariff structure is fiscally expensive, administratively weak, and vulnerable to misuse. But the IMF is wrong in how it has framed the problem, sequenced the solution, and identified the culprit. Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility, the government has committed to replacing the budgeted electricity tariff different...
Oil prices jump 2% after UAE nuclear plant attack amid 80-day Hormuz closure
Oil prices surged over 2% on Monday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and stalled de-escalation efforts. Reports of a nuclear power plant attack and potential US military options against Iran further unsettled markets. Both Brent and WTI crude saw significant gains, continuing a sharp rally from the previous week.
Keppel’s $1.1 Billion M1 Telco Sale to Tuas Stalled by Regulator
Singapore’s regulator has suspended its assessment of Keppel Ltd.’s planned S$1.4 billion ($1.1 billion) sale of one of the city-state’s major telecommunication providers M1 Ltd., throwing into doubt a key transaction by the conglomerate-turned-asset manager.
High gas prices pushing more Americans to public transit
Rising gas prices are causing more Americans to ditch the car keys in favor of other forms of travel like public transportation. Tim McNicholas reports.
UAE strengthens position as global hub for company formation, entrepreneurship
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates continues to reinforce its position as one of the world’s most attractive destinations for company formation and entrepreneurship, driven by an advanced legislative and regulatory framework, sophisticated digital and logistics infrastructure, and flexible economic policies that have enhanced its ability to attract talent, investments and startups, enabling it to compete with the world’s largest and most advanced economies.Specialists and company executives tol...
Bank Analyst Who Was StanChart’s Longtime Critic Is Now Its CFO
Standard Chartered Plc promoted a former banking analyst and critic of the lender, Manus Costello, as its chief financial officer, concluding a months-long search to replace Diego De Giorgi following his abrupt departure from the Asia-focused lender.
Oil prices up sharply as traders weighed ongoing supply disruptions, benchmark crude contracts further above the $100/barrel mark
Oil prices rose sharply on Monday (May 18) as traders weighed ongoing supply disruptions tied to tensions in the Middle East and tightening global inventories, pushing benchmark crude contracts further above the $100-per-barrel mark.US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude climbed $1.22 to $106.64 a barrel in early trading as of 9:24 am Tokyo time. Brent crude, the international standard, gained $1.03 to $110.29 a barrel. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now -...
Evergrande Liquidators Pursue Claims Against PwC in HK Court
China Evergrande’s liquidators head to court on Monday for the opening hearing of their lawsuit against PricewaterhouseCoopers International Ltd., in a case that will test the scope of claims against auditors of insolvent companies.
Australians Expect Budget Will Leave Them Worse Off, Poll Shows
Australians broadly expect the Labor government’s annual budget will leave them worse off, according to a new opinion poll, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ efforts to increase fairness while tackling inflation failed to gain traction with the public.
Grains Jump After US Says China to Buy Billions in Farm Goods
Grain futures in Chicago jumped on Monday after the White House announced that China had agreed to buy at least $17 billion annually in American agricultural produce through 2028, following US President Donald Trump’s meetings in Beijing last week.
Jeweler Bao Tin Manh Hai Eyes Vietnam IPO as Gold Market Evolves
Bao Tin Manh Hai Jewelry JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest gold retailers, is preparing for an initial public offering in the fourth quarter as it pursues an aggressive expansion plan and seeks to capitalize on gold reforms aimed at opening up the market.
Labor's Budget gamble has backfired spectacularly - and Australians are turning on Anthony Albanese: PVO
Labor's Budget gamble has backfired spectacularly - and Australians are turning on Anthony Albanese: PVO READ MORE: Angus Taylor soars ahead of Albo as preferred PM in new pollBy PETER VAN ONSELEN, POLITICAL EDITOR, AUSTRALIA Published: 00:27, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 00:27, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Australia Orders Chinese Investors to Sell Stakes in Mining Firm
The Australian government has ordered six shareholders to sell their stakes in rare earths firm Northern Minerals Ltd., the second such intervention in two years as Canberra seeks to protect the company from China-linked investors.
Analytics firm connects bets made on war with signs of insider trading
60 Minutes Overtime Suspected insider accounts net $2.4 million on Polymarket Iran war bets with 98% win rate, firm finds .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-60-minutes-overtime.jpg'); } By Jon Wertheim, Jon Wertheim Correspondent, 60 Minutes L. Jon Wertheim is an accomplished journalist and 60 Minutes correspondent. Read Full Bio Jon Wertheim, Aliza Chasan, Aliza Chasan Digital Content Producer Aliza Chasan is a Digital Content Producer for "60 Minut...
Suspicious trades make millions with bets tied to U.S. military operations
60 Minutes - Newsmakers Online prediction market traders make millions betting on U.S. military operations .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-60-minutes.jpg'); } By Jon Wertheim, Jon Wertheim Correspondent, 60 Minutes L. Jon Wertheim is an accomplished journalist and 60 Minutes correspondent. Read Full Bio Jon Wertheim, Andrew Bast, Jessica Kegu May 17, 2026 / 7:17 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The war with Iran and the U.S. military opera...
High win rate of bets on military operations a likely sign of insider trading
Prediction market users are profiting from bets on war. Analysts say suspiciously timed bets, and the high win rates of wagers on military outcomes , are likely signs of insider trading.
Ten cheapest locations in Britain for first-time buyers - where £150K will get you on the ladder
Ten cheapest locations in Britain for first-time buyers - where £150K will get you on the ladderWant to buy your first home or move up the ladder? Sign up to the free This is Money newsletter for weekly updates on what you need to know By JANE DENTON, MONEY REPORTER Updated: 00:12, 18 May 2026 e-mail 3 View comments