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EU+ countries received 513,000 asylum applications in the first half of 2024, with significant increases in Italy and Mali, while Germany and Afghanistan saw declines, EUAA reports.

Volkswagen could lay off 15,000 workers as it considers closing multiple plants in Germany and Belgium. The move could save the company billions in the face of stiff competition.

UN’s Summit of the Future will address sustainable development, financial reform, and youth engagement, with a focus on fostering global peace and regional cooperation.

Lower Austria has been declared a disaster zone as severe flooding continues to wreak havoc across the state, prompting military deployments and large-scale rescue efforts.

The new BMW X3 launches with cutting-edge electrified powertrains, a bold design, and advanced digital technology, making it a top choice for the premium midsize segment.

United Airlines will offer free in-flight Wi-Fi through SpaceX’s Starlink, marking the largest such partnership in the industry. The service will roll out across over 1,000 planes.

The Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate decision could signal broader concerns about the economy, with analysts divided over the size of the expected cut.

Wells Fargo faces enforcement action from the OCC for deficiencies in anti-money laundering practices, impacting its financial crime risk management and controls.

Tiger Global is poised to join OpenAI’s new $150 billion funding round, alongside Thrive Capital, Microsoft, and other tech giants, marking a significant boost for the AI startup.

Russia’s Central Bank raised its key interest rate to 19%, citing persistent inflation driven by increased defense spending amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.