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Asian markets mixed ahead of US midterms
Asian markets were mixed on Tuesday following an upbeat session on Wall Street as investors look towards crucial midterm elections that polls show could upend power in Washington. Polls show Republicans are likely to win at least one house of Congress -- and some see the prospect of further Washington gridlock as a scenario that could lessen the risk of policy uncertainty.
Cities under strain: India's predicted urban boom
India is projected to see an explosion in its urban population in the coming decades, but its cities already cannot cope and climate change will make living conditions harsher still.
The one thing Americans agree on ahead of midterms: 'Vote, vote, vote'
Less than 12 hours before polls open in US midterm elections, Americans remain deeply polarized on issues from immigration to abortion -- though many were united in fears for their country's democracy. Here's what some American voters in cities around the country had to say about Tuesday's polls.
'Nicaragua will end up alone' as migrants flee
Jose Galeano is on the verge of embarking on the most important and frightening journey of his life. At least 60 people from Galeano's area have embarked on that journey this year.
Microsoft co-founder's art may reap $1 bn at auction
An art collection is tipped to break the $1 billion barrier at auction for the first time when Christie's sells works belonging to late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen this week. Christie's hopes the total sales will become part of art market history and top $1 billion.
US hit by lottery fever ahead of world record $1.9 bn Powerball draw
Americans were dreaming big on Monday hours before numbers were to be drawn for the staggering $1.9 billion US Powerball jackpot -– the largest prize in world history, driving a new surge in lottery fever across the country. While no one claimed the big prize on Saturday, 16 tickets matched the five main numbers to win $1 million each.
Stocks mostly rise, dollar dips before US midterms
Global stocks mostly rose Monday while the dollar dipped against key rivals as markets looked ahead to this week's US midterm elections and key inflation data. "It is simply that once the midterm elections are completed, stock markets tend to do well in the year end."
NKorea dismisses as 'groundless' US claims of arms supplies to Russia: state media
North Korea said Tuesday that claims by the United States that Pyongyang is supplying artillery ammunition to Moscow for its war in Ukraine were groundless, state media KCNA reported.
Top Mali commander calls on all Tuaregs to fight Islamic State group
Top Mali commander calls on all Tuaregs to fight Islamic State group
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