Policymakers in Tokyo believe China's deepening economic woes could hit Japan's fragile recovery, especially if Beijing fails to shore up demand with meaningful stimulus, potentially delaying an exit from ultra-loose monetary policy.
- WorldAustralia says Qatar strip-searches of women in 2020 a factor in blocking extra flights
Australia said a strip-search of women at Qatar's main airport in 2020 played a part in its decision this year to stop Qatar Airways from selling more flights to Australia, denying it was acting due to pressure from rival Qantas Airways.
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Judge in Trump Georgia election case 'very skeptical' of trying all defendants together
The remarks underscore the challenge of shepherding so many people to trial as soon as Oct. 23.
- InsightAustralia's Indigenous Voice referendum faces misinformation linked to COVID influencers
Dozens of campaigners who built substantial audiences during the COVID era by opposing Australia's pandemic response have turned their focus to undermining the Oct. 14 referendum.
