Ethiopian Airlines launches Chengdu–Africa freighter service
Ethiopian Airlines has opened a new cargo service from Chengdu, creating a direct freight link between southwestern China and African markets.
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Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on $19.9bn of US goods
Canada says counter-tariffs covering $19.9 billion in US products will take effect on September 8 after bilateral trade talks collapsed.
Australian court finds eHarmony misled customers over subscription terms
An Australian federal court found eHarmony misled customers over subscription costs and renewals after a case brought by the country’s consumer watchdog.
France and Saudi Arabia agree $7 billion plan for three theme parks near Paris
France and Saudi Arabia have agreed a $7 billion investment plan for three amusement parks near Paris, including a Dragon Ball-themed attraction.
Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist Karen Attiah
An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate opinion columnist Karen Attiah with lost wages, finding her 2025 dismissal over social-media posts lacked sufficient cause.
US imposes 50% tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods as Ottawa prepares retaliation
Canada–US trade talks collapsed before an August 22 deadline, triggering new US tariffs and a Canadian pledge to impose matching levies from September 8.
Fed chair Kevin Warsh faces first Jackson Hole test as inflation concerns unsettle markets
Investors will scrutinise Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh’s Friday speech at Jackson Hole for signs of how the US central bank will respond to inflation and volatility in government bond markets.
Shein targets nearly $27 billion valuation in Hong Kong IPO
Fast-fashion retailer Shein plans to begin trading in Hong Kong on September 1 after launching an initial public offering that could raise about $1.77 billion.