Economy & Politics

Gary Cohn: Goldman Sachs COO to Join Donald Trump’s Cabinet

According to new reports, Donald Trump is expected to appoint Gary Cohn, the third Goldman Sachs executive, to his administration.…

8 years ago

Donald Trump Chooses Andrew Puzder to Lead Labor Department

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen anti-regulation fast-food executive Andrew Puzder, opposed to a higher minimum wage, to lead the US…

8 years ago

Carrier Jobs: Donald Trump Slams Union Leader Chuck Jones for Calling Him Liar

President-elect Donald Trump has blasted union leader Chuck Jones, who accused him of lying about his deal to stop air…

8 years ago

Italy: PM Matteo Renzi Resigns Three Days After Losing Referendum Vote

Italy’s PM Matteo Renzi has handed in his resignation to President Sergio Mattarella, three days after losing a constitutional referendum…

8 years ago

Donald Trump to Nominate Terry Branstad as US Ambassador to China

Donald Trump will nominate Iowa Governor Terry Branstad as US ambassador to China. Terry Branstad was seen entering Trump Tower…

8 years ago

Italy Referendum 2016: PM Matteo Renzi to Hand in His Resignation

Italy’s PM Matteo Renzi will meet President Sergio Mattarella to hand in his resignation after suffering a defeat in a…

8 years ago

Donald Trump Picks Ben Carson to Lead US Housing

Donald Trump has picked Ben Carson as secretary of housing and urban development. "Ben Carson has a brilliant mind and…

8 years ago

Austria Elections 2016: Alexander Van der Bellen Defeats Norbert Hofer in Presidential Poll

Austria’s far-right presidential candidate Norbert Hofer has lost the country's election. On Facebook, Norbert Hofer described himself as "infinitely sad"…

8 years ago

Donald Trump Threatens 35% Tax on US Companies that Move Jobs Overseas

Donald Trump has vowed to impose punitive taxes on US companies that move manufacturing overseas. The president-elect promised a 35%…

8 years ago

Italy Referendum 2016: High Turnout in Vote on Matteo Renzi’s Fate

Italy voted in a constitutional referendum which is being closely watched for further signs of anti-establishment sentiment in Europe. The…

8 years ago