2026-01-13 07:29:34
Nearly two decades ago, India promised itself — and the US — that nuclear power would be its next big bet. The two countries signed a landmark deal on civilian nuclear energy in 2008, amid protests from politicians and activists alike. The late Manmohan Singh, then prime minister, bet his government’s survival on passing that legislation — a wager he won, contributing to its re-election a year later.
2026-01-13 06:49:17
The Fed chairman’s level-headed response to his grand jury subpoena seemed worlds away from Washington’s antics.
2026-01-13 04:46:22
President Donald Trump faces a presidency-defining decision as he contemplates and threatens new military action against Iran. His options range, reportedly, from non-lethal support for the opposition forces challenging the clerical regime to sustained military strikes meant to fracture that government’s hold on power. The potential rewards are massive, given Iran’s destructive regional and global influence — but so are the complications.
2026-01-13 04:00:15
The world can’t get enough of Japan. The feeling isn’t exactly mutual.
2026-01-13 03:23:34
Also Medicare Advantage, Captain Condor and congressional trading.
2026-01-13 03:00:15
India is once again the world’s fastest-growing major economy, despite facing punitive US tariffs for buying Russian oil. Yet, capital is fleeing, the currency is sagging, businesses aren’t investing, and tax revenue is faltering.
