








A sweeping expansion of tariffs in 2025 marked a dramatic break from decades of U.S. trade policy, reshaping global commerce and domestic prices, as illustrated through four key economic charts.


UK high streets saw a decline in foot traffic on Boxing Day, as shoppers increasingly opt for online shopping despite the traditional post-Christmas sales.


The United States has approved an annual export license allowing TSMC to continue operating its chip manufacturing facility in Nanjing, China, amid ongoing technologynology and security tensions.


At least seven people have reportedly been killed as protests spread across Iran, driven by mounting public anger over economic hardship and rising living costs.


Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank watched as Israeli bulldozers demolished their homes, deepening humanitarian concerns and tensions in the region.


The deaths of influential figures ranging from Pope Francis to political activist Charlie Kirk left lasting marks on religion, politics, culture, and public debate throughout 2025.