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TRM Labs linked the attack on Binance to the North Korean group TraderTraitor. The exchange froze $3 billion and suspended withdrawals. Bitcoin fell amid news of the attack on Binance.
Brent and WTI rose after an attack on a tanker, while Brent is headed for a fourth month of gains. The market fears supply disruptions due to the war.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that peace negotiations must include Ukraine, the United States, Russia and Europe. He promised to support Kyiv until Putin ends the war.
Brent fell to $115. 15, while WTI fell to $101.16 per barrel. Houthi attacks and disruptions to shipping are fueling concerns about supplies.
Apple released the foldable iPhone Duo, which was met with queues from Singapore to Berlin. Reviewers praised the design but pointed to compromises.
Wheat declines for the fifth consecutive day amid talks on the war in Ukraine and weak demand for U. S. exports. The price fell to $6.4075 per bushel.
The United States Grand Prix will take place in Austin on October 23–25. Antonelli leads Russell by 102 points and could clinch the title this Sunday.
The container ship GFS Pride sank after being struck in the Strait of Hormuz; all 21 crew members were rescued. Another vessel was damaged.
The Singapore Grand Prix was attended by 301,294 spectators — the second-highest figure in the race's history. The PSI in the city reached 192 points.
In Indonesia, eight orangutans were moved to a protected forest after fires on Borneo. Since August, 46 animals have been rescued.
Max Verstappen won qualifying for the Singapore Grand Prix sprint, finishing ahead of Russell and Leclerc. The stewards did not penalize him for the incident under yellow flags.
Gold rose, while silver is priced at $59. 54 per ounce. The market is assessing risks in the Middle East and the Fed’s policy.
The Singapore Grand Prix will take place on October 9–11 in a new sprint format at the grueling Marina Bay circuit.
In July-August, seven tankers delivered over 176,000 tonnes of fuel from South Korea to russia. Three vessels were under sanctions.
Wheat futures are rising due to the threat of new Russian strikes on Ukraine and disruptions to supplies via the Black Sea. The price reached $6.87 per bushel.
The former Duke of York is challenging the legality of his arrest and the search warrants for his residences. A closed hearing will take place at the High Court.
The Ukrainian passport ranked 52nd among 186 countries, scoring 142 points for mobility. Visa-free access is available to 87 destinations.
Over four weeks, Russian oil exports rose to 3. 71 million barrels per day. The value of shipments reached nearly its highest level since the start of the invasion.
Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.
In November, Pope Leo will visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, covering 31,000 km and holding around 50 events. The tour will run from 6–17 November.
Gold stabilized near $4,375 per ounce after the Fed raised its rate by 0. 25 percentage points. High interest rates and inflation are weighing on prices.
Singapore has launched a rewards program for daily reading to combat doomscrolling. After 50 sessions, participants will receive 1 Singapore dollar.
September 16 marks the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, the Independence Days of Mexico and Papua New Guinea, and Malaysia Day. Believers honor Euphemia the All-Praised.
Shein raised $1. 7 billion during its IPO, but its shares fell 10% after debuting in Hong Kong. The company was valued at $26.3 billion.
The price of gold stabilized near $4,445 after a two-day decline. Traders assess the chance of a Fed rate hike at more than 60%.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
The Eagle Crest agreement will remain in effect until 2037 and covers the F-15EX, modernization, maintenance, and infrastructure. The initial contract is worth $343.7 million.
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier has departed Asia for the Middle East. This happened due to problems with supplies and the psychological state of the crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been at sea for more than 240 days.
Russia is buying up old LNG carriers and building new ones to circumvent the EU embargo on LNG imports. The fleet has grown to 25 vessels, but experts doubt its effectiveness.
August 9 marks the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples and Builders' Day. Singapore celebrates National Day, while South Africa honors women.