Semafor· Jan 7, 2026South Africa marks 231 consecutive days in 2025 without loadshedding The country has battled with inconsistent power supply in recent years on account of its aging and poorly maintained coal-powered plants.
The Conversation· Jan 7, 2026Why 2026 could see the end of the Farm Bill era of American agriculture policy Farm bills – famously complex legislative and spending balances between farm subsidies, food assistance, conservation and more – have tended to be passed about every five years since 1933.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Energy needs are reshaping alliances in the Middle East Countries that until recently had frosty relations, like Qatar, Egypt, and Syria, are now striking energy cooperation deals.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Dubai remained the Gulf's property king in 2025 The market in neighboring Abu Dhabi was smaller, but more buoyant, while in Saudi’s capital Riyadh it proved more volatile, new data shows.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Saudi opens stock market to all Lifting restrictions on investor access is part of efforts to revive the market.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Beijing vows fiscal support for debt-stricken provinces Analysts said the stimulus may not be enough to shift forecasts for growth in the world’s second-biggest economy.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Niche logos overtake big-name brands Multiple have reported on the growing international popularity of tote bags featuring Trader Joe’s branding.
Semafor· Jan 7, 2026Venezuela agrees to give US 50 million barrels of oil The deal is indicative of how the new leadership in Caracas is seeking to placate the White House.
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