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January 3, 2025

BOJ braces for higher interest rates with provisions boost
TOKYO — The Bank of Japan has set aside the maximum provisions for losses on bond transactions, in a sign of how the central bank is preparing for rising interest rates. For fiscal 2024, the BOJ raised the level of provisions to 100% for the first time, Nikkei has learned.
Why the US keeps strong ties with Pakistan despite India’s objections
Derek Grossman is a senior defense analyst at the think tank RAND Corp. in Santa Monica, California, and an adjunct professor in the practice of political science and international relations at the University of Southern California. He formerly served as an intelligence adviser at the Pentagon. Last month’s India-Pakistan milit clashes following the Pahalgam terrorist…
US small business owners struggle to diversify from China manufacturing
NEW YORK — Small and midsize U.S. businesses are finding it increasingly difficult to relocate production away from China, despite the heavy tariffs imposed on imported Chinese goods by Washington with the intent of shifting manufacturing back to domestic soil. Companies say China not only offers low-cost labor, but crucial raw materials, locally produced machinery…
Former Charles Manson follower is recommended for parole
A California state parole board recommended parole for Patricia Krenwinkel, a follower of the cult leader Charles Manson, on Friday for the second time. The decision will now have to be approved by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who denied Krenwinkel’s first parole recommendation. The governor’s review process can take up to 150 days following a…
Pakistan won’t compromise on Balochistan’s peace: Field Marshal Asim Munir
Pakistan won’t compromise on Balochistan’s peace: Field Marshal Asim Munir Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir says there will be no compromise on Balochistan’s peace and every conspiracy will be foiled. Speaking at the Balochistan Grand Jirga on Saturday, Field Marshal Asim Munir said that whether the enemy is internal or external, all plots will be…
Speaker Johnson claims Trump bill is ‘not going to add to the debt’ despite Senate GOP concerns
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Speaker Johnson claims Trump bill is ‘not going to add to the debt’ despite Senate GOP concerns 02:18 UP NEXT Speaker Johnson says he texted Elon Musk after his criticism over the bill’s cost 02:32 ‘It’s over’: Sen.…
Netflix reveals details about Lady Gaga on ‘Wednesday,’ ‘Squid Game’ and ‘Stranger Things’ finales
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Netflix flexed its Hollywood star power with a live event where it unveiled details about its upcoming slate of streaming offerings, including Lady Gaga being cast as a teacher on “Wednesday,” and release dates for the final episodes of hits “Squid Game” and “Stranger Things.” The streaming giant assembled actors including Jenna…
‘Boardwalk Empire’ actor Devin Harjes dies at 41
Actor Devin Harjes, known for his roles in “Boardwalk Empire” and “Daredevil,” died on Tuesday, a representative confirmed to NBC News. He was 41. Harjes died at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City due to complications from cancer, which he was diagnosed with in the winter, according to the spokesperson. Representatives for Harjes…