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While firms in most countries have been able to lift prices, those in Japan have to battle an inherent view that hikes are taboo

Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

08 November 2026

Belgian climate case pits farmer against TotalEnergies

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UN nuclear head renews call for Iran to allow inspections at key sites

19 November 2025

Netherlands halts Nexperia takeover in gesture to China: minister

19 November 2025

China passes US to return as Germany's top trade partner

19 November 2025

Why is bitcoin plunging?

19 November 2025

Ultra-processed foods a rising threat to health: researchers

19 November 2025

Inflation rises to 3.6% in October

19 November 2025

Slight uptick expected in inflation data

19 November 2025

Ireland's data centres power digital age, drain the grid

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Cape Town stays blue as DA secures another term

08 November 2026

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08 November 2026

Magnitude 5.7 quake injures dozens in central Japan

08 November 2026

Price hikes a tough sell in Japan despite inflation

08 November 2026

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A voter gets her thumb inked with indelible ink before casting her ballot. AFP/Rajesh Jantilal

A voter gets her thumb inked with indelible ink before casting her ballot. AFP/Rajesh Jantilal

5 wards recounted by IEC

07 November 2026

A performer holds an ANC flag while listening to President of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) and South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa speak during the ANC Siyanqoba Rally held at FNB Stadium on May 25, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. South Africa's national and provincial elections will be held on 29 May 2024 to elect a new National Assembly and provincial legislature in each of the nine provinces. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

'This has been a catastrophic outcome' - Fikile Mbalula

07 November 2026

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MKP announces party coalition negotiators

07 November 2026