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Foreign travel spending in US to decline 7% in 2025, report says

NEW YORK - International travel spending in the United States is projected to decline by 7 percent in 2025, amounting to a US$12.5 billion loss, as foreign visitors steer clear of U.S. vacations due to political concerns and a strong dollar, according to a report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Julia Simpson, CEO of the WTTC, stated that the U.S. is the only country among 184 nations experienci

Puerto Rico lures manufacturing to lift economy facing Trump's tariffs

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico: As the global trade war deepens, Puerto Rico is seizing the moment to lure international companies to relocate manufacturing operations to the U.S. territory, where they can avoid tariffs.

Government officials are actively courting businesses in sectors like aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, promoting Puerto Rico's tariff-exempt status. "T

South Korea's auto exports to US drops in April (YoY) amid US tariffs: Report

New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): South Korea's automobile exports declined in April year on year, largely due to a sharp drop in shipments to the United States following Washington's imposition of steep tariffs on foreign-made cars, reports the Korean Herald, quoting government data.

The value of outbound shipments of automobiles was down 3.8 per cent to USD 6.53 billion in April shows the data of South Korea's M

Indian markets open flat on a positive note, reality index leads the gains

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 20 (ANI): Indian benchmark indices opened on a flat yet positive note on Monday, tracking cues from the US markets, which also ended flat amid ongoing concerns over tariff wars.

The market mood remained cautious globally as trade tensions and fiscal issues in the US cast a shadow on investor sentiment.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 24,996.20, gaining 50.75 points or 0.20 per

SOUTH KOREA-SEOUL-COMING-OF-AGE-CELEBRATION

(250519) -- SEOUL , May 19, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Foreign students attend a traditional coming-of-age ceremony at Sookmyung Women's University in Seoul, capital of South Korea, May 19, 2025. Sookmyung Women's University held a celebration for foreign students turning twenty-year-old on Monday to mark the country's coming-of-age day that annually falls on Monday of the third week of May. (Photo by Jun Hyosang/Xinhua)

Indian markets open flat, experts says Volatility will remain despite FIIs inflows

New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): Indian stock markets opened on a flat note on Monday, indicating ongoing volatility.

The Nifty 50 index began the day at 25,026.20, registering a small rise of 6.40 points or 0.03 per cent. On the other hand, the BSE Sensex opened lower at 82,279.49, down by 51.10 points or 0.06 per cent.

According to market experts, foreign investors increased their short positions in the d

SOUTH KOREA-SEOUL-ROSE FESTIVAL

(250518) -- SEOUL, May 18, 2025 (Xinhua) -- People enjoy flowers at Seoul Rose Festival in Seoul, South Korea, May 18, 2025. The festival runs from May 16 to 24. (Photo by Jun Hyosang/Xinhua)

China Sports Weekly (5.11-5.17)

BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. Chinese men's 4x400m team breaks national record at 2025 World Athletics Relays

Team China set a new national record in the men's 4x400m in 3 minutes and 1.87 seconds at the 2025 World Athletics Relays here on May 10 in rain.

The competition serves as a main qualification for relay events a

Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi celebrates International Museum Day

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 17 (ANI/WAM): This International Museum Day on Sunday, May 18, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi is the ultimate destination for culture lovers.

From ancient artefacts and contemporary exhibitions to immersive digital art and hands-on workshops, there's something to spark visitors' imagination with experiences continuing all month long.

At the heart of it all is Louvre Abu Dhabi, offering free

Even if Apple moves manufacturing to US, India will not lose much: Global Trade Research Initiative

New Delhi [India] May 16 (ANI): If Apple CEO Tim Cook decides to move manufacturing unit from India to US, it will be Apple which will lose more than India says a report by Global Trade Research Initiative founder Ajay Srivastava.

India may lose some low paying jobs, but if we see holistically currently, India earns USD 30 per iPhone, much of it is given back to Apple as subsidy under the Production Linked Subsid

Indian markets open flat, strong inflow from FPIs continue, DII remain steady

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 16 (ANI): Indian stock markets opened on a flat note on Friday, though the Nifty 50 index continued to show positive momentum.

The Nifty 50 opened at 25,064.65, registering a marginal gain of 2.55 points or 0.01 per cent. In contrast, the BSE Sensex opened lower at 82,392.63 points, declining by 138.11 points or 0.17 per cent.

Market experts noted that Indian equities are b

(SP)CHINA-JIANGSHAN-WEIGHTLIFTING-ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS-MEN'S +109KG(CN)

(250515) -- JIANGSHAN, May 15, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Amir Abdullaev of Uzbekistan reacts during the men's +109kg competition at 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships in Jiangshan, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 15, 2025. (Xinhua/Hou Zhaokang)

(SP)CHINA-JIANGSHAN-WEIGHTLIFTING-ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS-WOMEN'S +87KG(CN)

(250515) -- JIANGSHAN, May 15, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Park Hyejeong of South Korea competes during the women's +87kg competition at 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships in Jiangshan, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 15, 2025. (Xinhua/Hou Zhaokang)

Nifty, Sensex open flat; consolidation may continue: Experts

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 15 (ANI): Indian stock markets opened on a cautious note on Thursday, taking a breather after a strong rally witnessed earlier in the week.

The Nifty 50 index opened flat at 24,694.45, gaining 27.55 points or 0.11 per cent, while the BSE Sensex began the session at 81,354.43 with a modest rise of 23.87 points or 0.03 per cent.

Market participants noted that the inflows from

(SP)CHINA-JIANGSHAN-WEIGHTLIFTING-ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS-MEN'S 109KG (CN)

(250514) -- JIANGSHAN, May 14, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Sharofiddin Amriddinov of Uzbekistan competes during the men's 109kg competition at 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships in Jiangshan, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 14, 2025. (Xinhua/Hou Zhaokang)