The U.S. stock market suffered a massive blow, losing about $3.1 trillion in value on the first day of the new Trump tariffs. According to the Wall Street Journal, it is the worst market wipeout since March 2020 during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies heavily reliant on overseas manufacturing were hit the […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — Malaysia’s food and beverage (F&B) sector, a significant contributor to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), continues to expand steadily despite inflationary challenges, reports New Straits Times. The sector’s expansion is evident in the rising number of food establishments, in...
Smugglers and cartels bleed Zimbabwe’s economy dry through illicit gold trade. HARARE, Zimbabwe (MNTV) – Zimbabwe is losing an estimated $1.5 billion annually due to rampant gold smuggling, according to a new report by AllAfrica. Corrupt networks involving miners, middlemen, and officials are siphoning off the country’s most valuable nat...
Climate change and policy failures threaten Tunisia’s wheat supply. TUNIS, Tunisia (MNTV) – Tunisian farmers are raising alarms over a deepening wheat crisis, blaming climate change and ineffective government policies for a looming shortage. A report by AllAfrica highlights mounting fears that the North African nation could face bread s...
Once struggling, Madagascar’s caviar industry now serves the world’s elite ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar (MNTV) – Madagascar, long known for its biodiversity and poverty challenges, is emerging as an unlikely player in the luxury food market — thanks to caviar. A CNN Travel feature reveals that pristine water conditions and innovative fish fa...
Indian-funded project to connect key islands, with completion set for September 2026. MALÉ, Maldives (MNTV) — The world’s tallest precast navigation span structure has been installed as part of the Thilamalé bridge project, which will connect the Maldivian capital, Malé, with the nearby islands of Villimalé, Gulhifalhu, and Thilafushi. Once co...
Authorities say Temu failed to pay $3.6 million in taxes, leading to regulatory restrictions on its operations. TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Chinese online marketplace Temu has been accused of failing to pay approximately 46 billion soums ($3.6 million) in taxes in Uzbekistan. The announcement was made during a press conference by Mubin Mirza...
Event highlights digital transformation in agriculture, offering farmers access to cutting-edge tools and innovative technologies. BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) – Kyrgyzstan launched the “Digital Farmer 2025” forum in its capital, Bishkek, bringing together farmers, industry experts, and government officials. The forum will explore th...
Climate change threatens Kyrgyzstan with worsening water and energy crises, as officials warn of mounting economic losses. BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — Kyrgyzstan suffers an estimated $30 million to $50 million in annual climate-related damage, a figure that could rise to $1 billion if current trends persist, Marat Imankulov, secretary of Kyrg...
ISTANBUL (AA) – The US Senate voted 52-48 on Thursday to advance a multitrillion-dollar budget blueprint that supports President Donald Trump’s key policy goals, including permanent tax cuts, including for wealthy Americans, plus major increases in defense and immigration enforcement spending, and a $5 trillion debt limit hike. All Repub...
