Earnings, Not Fed Policy, Are Driving Stock Gains: UBS Strategist
Nadia Lovell, head of global equity strategy at UBS Global Wealth Management, says strong corporate earnings and broadening profit growth are the primary forces
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300,000 Iranians Attend Largest Pro-Regime Rally Since War Began
On Friday, September 18, 2026, an estimated 300,000 Iranians gathered in Tehran for the largest pro-government demonstration since the conflict began, according
Political Storm in the Philippines: Arrests, ICC Appearance, and New Charges
A series of legal actions against key political figures has intensified tensions in the Philippines. Martin Romualdez, a senior member of the ruling party, was
Macron to Call Emergency G7 Meeting Amid Rising Energy Prices and Russian Hybrid Threats
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to convene an urgent G7 summit as energy costs surge and Russian hybrid warfare tactics intensify. He emphasize
Ukraine Urges Allies for Expanded Air Defense Support
Ukraine’s ambassador to NATO, Alyona Getmanchuk, has formally requested increased donations for air defense systems. She addressed international partners to sec
Vance Leads Midterm Rally in Iowa Amid Heated Political Climate
Vice President JD Vance is set to headline a key midterm campaign rally in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This event marks a significant moment as the competitive races
Venezuela Advances Plan to Relocate $4 Billion in Gold Reserves to New York
Venezuela is nearing an agreement to transfer approximately $4 billion worth of gold reserves currently held at the Bank of England to a facility in New York. T
One Nation Announces Candidates for Victorian State Election
One Nation has confirmed three candidates for the upcoming Victorian state election, with Ben Lucas, Elita Dabrowski, and Michael Piastrino set to contest parli
Attacks in Strait of Hormuz Trigger Oil Spill Threatening Persian Gulf Ecosystems
Satellite imagery confirms oil spreading from damaged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz toward sensitive marine habitats as regional conflict disrupts one of the
Russia Begins Three-Day Parliamentary Vote Amid Wartime Conditions
Russians started voting on Friday in the first parliamentary elections held during the country's ongoing war in Ukraine, with polling set to continue through Su
California Governor Issues Executive Order to Address AI Risks Before They Escalate
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on Friday aimed at managing the growing risks associated with artificial intelligence, stating the ac
German voters turn against Chancellor Merz amid record low support
Berlin, September 18, 2026. Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces intense pressure as public approval hits historic lows. Sixteen months into his tenure, opposition p