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Asian markets join rally after Wall St, European records
Asian markets join rally after Wall St, European records
Economy
by  AFP

Asian markets on Friday tracked a record-breaking day in New York and Europe as traders grew increasingly optimistic for a series of US interest rate cuts this year, with attention now on crucial jobs data due later in the day. Focus is now on the US non-farm payrolls figures due later in the day, which analysts said will have a big bearing on markets.

White House courts influencers ahead of high stakes speech
White House courts influencers ahead of high stakes speech
Technology
by  AFP

In an ongoing quest to connect with ever-elusive young voters, the White House briefed social media influencers ahead of President Joe Biden's annual State of the Union address on Thursday. For the first time, the State of the Union was livestreamed on Instagram, where the White House has 19 million followers.