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For the first time, astronomers have discovered seven Earth-size planets orbiting a single nearby star and these new worlds could hold life. This cluster of …

The ongoing test events for the upcoming 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympic Games have been revealing the potential problems of hosting the international event, …

The International Monetary Fund said Wednesday that corporate China’s balance sheets have deteriorated to the point that some $1.3 trillion in borrowings …

BEIJING (AFP) — China’s exports surged 11.5 percent year-on-year in March to $160.8 billion, authorities said Wednesday, in a positive sign for the …

HONG KONG (AFP) — Energy firms led an Asian stock market rally Wednesday as a strong trade report from China and news of a deal between Russia and Saudi …

Nomura Holdings, Japan’s largest brokerage, said it will close certain businesses in Europe and “nationalize” parts of its operations in the Americas. …

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — China will remain the main driver of growth in Asia this year despite its prolonged slowdown, helped by sustained expansions …

WASHINGTON (AFP) — A U.S. newspaper has published a mockup of what a frontpage might look like should Republican frontrunner Donald  Trump win the …

TEHRAN (AP) — Iran’s foreign minister said Sunday the country’s missile program is not up for negotiation with the United States. The missile …