‘Germany’s Merkel Conservative Block Losing Elections, Leftists Win’

In a postwar political turnaround, Germany’s center-left Social Democrats (SPD) were moving towards election victory, as projected results appeared bleak for the party of outgoing Chancellor Angela Merkel.

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Germany’s Outgoing Chancellor Merkel Allies Face Tough Election

Germany’s closely fought election on Sunday will set the direction of the European Union’s largest economy following 16 years under Angela Merkel. However, the party of the departing chancellor is scrambling to avoid defeat by its center-left rivals af…

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China Sends Fighter Planes Into Taiwan’s Defense Zone

China sent 24 fighter planes, including two capable nuclear bombers, towards Taiwan on Thursday after the self-governing island said it plans to join an 11-nation Pacific trade group, the Taiwanese military said.

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China asks local goverments to get ready for possible collapse of Evergrande

Chinese authorities are asking local governments to prepare for the potential downfall of China Evergrande Group, according to officials familiar with the discussions, signaling a reluctance to bail out the debt-saddled property developer while bracing…

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Fed officials expect higher unemployment rates by year end, signal stimulus easing, interest hike

Fed officials on Wednesday downgraded their forecast for the U.S. unemployment rates, with expectations that inflation and joblessness will rise before the end of the year.

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Iran Releases Two Jailed Christians, But Concerns Remain

Iranian Christians are “thankful” that Iran has released two jailed Christians on bail but remain concerned about the whereabouts of their friend, Worthy News established Wednesday.

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