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China’s Foreign Currency Reserves Plunge by $99.5 Billion in January 2016

According to a People's Bank of China report, the country's foreign currency reserves plunged by $99.5 billion in January 2016.…

8 years ago

North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket

North Korea has launched a long-range rocket, which critics say is a test of banned missile technology. But according to…

8 years ago

North Korea to Launch Satellite-Bearing Rocket on February 7

According to Japan’s government, North Korea will launch the satellite-bearing rocket between February 7 and 14. Pyongyang previously said the…

8 years ago

Taiwan Earthquake Kills at Least 13 in Tainan

At least 13 people have been killed after an earthquake has toppled buildings in the south Taiwanese city of Tainan.…

8 years ago

Asian Markets Trade Mixed Ahead of US Monthly Jobs Report

Asian shares were in mixed territory on February 5 ahead of a closely watched US monthly jobs report. Japan's Nikkei…

8 years ago

North Korea Ready for Long-Range Missile Launch

South Korea's defense ministry and Japanese media say North Korea appears to be preparing to launch a long-range missile. Activity…

8 years ago

South Korea Warns North Korea over Satellite Launch

South Korea warns North Korea it will "pay a harsh price" if it goes ahead with its plan to launch…

8 years ago

North Korea Announces Plans to Launch Satellite

According to the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO), North Korea has announced plans to launch a satellite later this month.…

8 years ago

Asian Stock Markets Trade Lower as Oil Prices Fall Again

Asian stock markets were trading largely lower on February 2 following a lackluster lead from the US overnight and as…

8 years ago

Japan Stock Market Continues to Trade Higher on BoJ Negative Interest Rate

Japan’s stock market traded sharply higher on February 1 as investors continued to cheer January 29 surprise move by the…

8 years ago