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US trade gap widens to largest in 18 months
US trade gap widens to largest in 18 months
by  AFP

The US trade deficit expanded slightly less than analysts expected in April, to the widest since late 2022, as imports rose more quickly than exports, according to government data released Thursday. This was the largest deficit since October 2022, according to official data.

Boeing Starliner spacecraft springs more leaks on way to ISS
Boeing Starliner spacecraft springs more leaks on way to ISS
by  AFP

Boeing's Starliner crew capsule, which is making its way to the International Space Station on its first mission carrying astronauts, has developed two helium leaks since entering orbit but remains stable and on course for docking, NASA said.

Russian central bank chief calls for 'open economy'
Russian central bank chief calls for 'open economy'
by  AFP

Russia's central bank chief called Thursday for Russia to be an "open economy" despite the barrage of Western sanctions and trading restrictions it has been hit with over its Ukraine offensive. At a panel discussion on Thursday, Nabiullina said Russia must prioritise "ensuring the openness of our economy."

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