Subsidized minivans, no income taxes: Countries have rolled out a range of benefits to encourage bigger families, with no luck.
China Launches Sea and Air Drills Around Taiwan
Military exercises come days after speech from Taiwan’s president reaffirming the island’s sovereignty.
A Port Deal Unsettles U.S. Counterterror Fight in the Horn of Africa
The pact between Ethiopia and Somaliland has enraged Somalia, but could provide Ethiopia access to a naval base in the breakaway region.
China's Deflationary Streak Extends Through September
Consumer price inflation was slower compared with previous month, the National Bureau of Statistics said.
Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond Dies at 69
The political leader championed Scottish independence from the United Kingdom for decades.
Israel Says Documents Found in Gaza Show Hamas's Attack Planning, Iran Ties
Letters and meeting minutes shared by Israel’s military appear to show Hamas seeking funding from Tehran and trying to win support from Hezbollah.
China to Boost Debt Quota in Bid to Stimulate Economy
The finance minister outlines measures to support the country’s property market and local governments, but offers no specific amount of potential stimulus package.
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