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Croatians boycott shopping to protest high prices
Croatians boycott shopping to protest high prices
by  AFP

Supermarket aisles were quiet across Croatia on Friday as consumers protested high food prices by joining a boycott on shopping. The boycott shocked retailers, said Josip Kelemen from the "Halo, inspektore" consumer protection group, which called for the protest.

US home sales in 2024 weakest in nearly 30 years
US home sales in 2024 weakest in nearly 30 years
by  AFP

Sales of previously owned US homes slipped to their weakest level in about three decades last year on the back of high housing prices and mortgage rates, according to industry data released Friday.

Beached whales: Airbus grounds its massive Beluga cargo flights
Beached whales: Airbus grounds its massive Beluga cargo flights
by  AFP

European aerospace giant Airbus confirmed Friday that it was shutting down its speciality freight business using colossal Beluga jets, resulting in the loss of 75 jobs. But it said that was not the main reason for shutting down the business.

IMF chief tells Europe to take page out of US book
IMF chief tells Europe to take page out of US book
by  AFP

With the European economy lagging behind the United States, the head of the International Monetary Fund had a piece advice for the continent on Friday: "Believe in yourself." "My advice to my fellow Europeans is more confidence.

Saudis showcase charm offensive in Davos
Saudis showcase charm offensive in Davos
by  AFP

Two buildings branded "Saudi House" and "Saudi At Davos" stand out on the chic main street of the Swiss Alpine village hosting the World Economic Forum, showcasing the kingdom's growing presence at major international events.