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Brexit or Remain, the UK referendum is changing the country

Brexit or Remain, the UK referendum is changing the country

The UK is getting ready to vote on EU membership, but, writes Russell Merryman, whatever the outcome, the damage may already be done.

US Fed: No interest rate hike, for now

US Fed: No interest rate hike, for now

The FOMC did not hint at what direction it will take in July, but many expect the earliest hike could be in September.

Paris confirms attack on police a ‘terrorist’ act

Paris confirms attack on police a ‘terrorist’ act

Police said Larossi Abballa was a known affiliate of jihadist groups and had been previously jailed for three years on charges of recruiting for Al-Qaeda.

UN: Refugee children vulnerable to abuse

UN: Refugee children vulnerable to abuse

Aid agencies say children have witnessed murder, drowning of loved ones, abuse and violence.

Emerging markets jittery ahead of key meetings

Emerging markets jittery ahead of key meetings

A perfect storm of uncertainties will pave a difficult week ahead for EMs.

Death toll to rise from Damascus bombings

Death toll to rise from Damascus bombings

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned the attack and called it appalling.

West African forces battle Boko Haram in Niger

West African forces battle Boko Haram in Niger

President of Niger Mahamadou Issoufou said that his forces will avenge the death of their compatriots.

Emerging markets dragged down in 2016 – Report

Emerging markets dragged down in 2016 – Report

The worst hit are countries which have relied on oil exports as a major source of income.

Dozens killed, injured in Istanbul bombing

Dozens killed, injured in Istanbul bombing

The deadly attack comes as observant Muslims mark the second day of fasting in the Islamic month of Ramadan.

Yellen: Don’t read too much in one job report

Yellen: Don’t read too much in one job report

Most analysts think July is the earliest slot for a Fed rate hike.