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UK Economy Faces Slowdown on Political turmoil, Brexit

Britain's economy will slow in the coming years, the CBI business lobby warned Tuesday, blaming domestic political turmoil -- and the impact of Brexit one day after EU divorce talks began.

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Boeing Announces Latest Plane at Paris Air Show

Boeing announced Monday what it claims will be the most efficient jet yet in the highly competitive civil aviation market as it tries to claw back market share from rival Airbus.

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World Markets Extend Gains at Start of the Week

European stock markets rose on Monday as traders reacted to a strong victory for President Emmanuel Macron's centrist party in French parliamentary elections, as Britain begins formal Brexit talks.

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Israel Begins to Reduce Electricity Supplies to Gaza

Israel on Monday began reducing its electricity supplies to the two million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip already suffering from insufficient flow, electricity authorities on both sides said.

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Boeing, Airbus to Battle It Out at Paris Air Show

The aircraft industry descends on Paris for the world's biggest airshow Monday, which sees bitter rivals Boeing and Airbus battle for contracts as newcomers snap at the heels of the two giants.

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In New Hotels, an Immigrant Business Helps Sell Trump Nostalgia

Dinesh Chawla is a key part of the latest venture for the Trump hospitality brand.

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Big Issues Loom over Brexit Talks

Britain and the EU begin tough Brexit talks on Monday, trying to complete one of the most complex negotiations in history in less than two years.

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Australia Recycled Supermarket Gives Landfill-Destined Food a 2nd Chance

Australia's first recycled supermarket is giving food destined for landfills a second chance, as the government embarks on a major push to cut down on waste costing the economy Aus$20 billion (US$15 billion) a year.

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'Sombre' Britain Prepares for Historic Brexit Talks

Britain begins historic talks Monday on leaving the European Union while still mourning the victims of a devastating fire and reeling from an election that has badly weakened the government.

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IMF Says Pakistan Outlook 'Favorable', Warns of Risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said the outlook for Pakistan's economy was "favorable", citing Chinese infrastructure investments among reasons for growth, but warned of risks to recent progress.

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