on May 18, 2026 at 6:36 am Korean Stocks Near Correction as Higher Yields Hurt Risk Demand​
South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index fell, as rising bond yields threaten the world’s hottest stock rally driven by artificial intelligence.
South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index fell, as rising bond yields threaten the world’s hottest stock rally driven by artificial intelligence.
on May 18, 2026 at 6:32 am China Swap Connect Trading Volume Heads Toward 1 Trillion Yuan​
Trading volumes through China’s Swap Connect are poised to accelerate as a growing appetite for yuan debt drives a surge in hedging demand, according to strategists.
Trading volumes through China’s Swap Connect are poised to accelerate as a growing appetite for yuan debt drives a surge in hedging demand, according to strategists.
on May 18, 2026 at 1:00 am Apple Is Making Hit Products and High Profits From Imperfect Chips​Rolfe Winkler
The company’s popular, $599 Neo laptop is just one of dozens of Apple devices that use lower-performing processors.
The company’s popular, $599 Neo laptop is just one of dozens of Apple devices that use lower-performing processors.
on May 17, 2026 at 8:14 pm What happens to your credit score if you miss EMI payment? Penalty and recovery strategy explained​
The credit system does not differentiate between the reasons behind a default, whether it results from travel expenses, temporary cash shortages, or delayed salary credits
The credit system does not differentiate between the reasons behind a default, whether it results from travel expenses, temporary cash shortages, or delayed salary credits
on May 17, 2026 at 8:02 pm EPFO to extend auto-settlement of claims to include final withdrawals, allow auto-transfer of accounts — Check details​
EPFO is looking to automate final provident fund withdrawal claims to expedite money transfer to applicants’ accounts and plans to allow auto-transfer of accounts during employer shifts. Here’s all you need to know…
EPFO is looking to automate final provident fund withdrawal claims to expedite money transfer to applicants’ accounts and plans to allow auto-transfer of accounts during employer shifts. Here’s all you need to know…
on May 17, 2026 at 7:11 pm Vodafone Idea gets promoter support but funding challenge persists​
Vodafone Idea posted early signs of recovery with stabilising subscribers and higher Arpu, backed by a ₹4,730-crore promoter infusion. However, analysts say large spectrum dues, funding gaps and network expansion needs remain major challenges.
Vodafone Idea posted early signs of recovery with stabilising subscribers and higher Arpu, backed by a ₹4,730-crore promoter infusion. However, analysts say large spectrum dues, funding gaps and network expansion needs remain major challenges.
on May 17, 2026 at 1:39 pm WHO Declares Global Health Emergency After Ebola Outbreak in Congo​Caroline Kimeu
The agency is concerned the epidemic—which has killed about 80 people—could be larger than currently known.
The agency is concerned the epidemic—which has killed about 80 people—could be larger than currently known.
on May 17, 2026 at 6:58 pm 8th central pay commission: How to submit feedback on CPC suggestions, who is eligible, documents needed | Explained​
The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.
The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.
on May 17, 2026 at 6:30 am Bank holiday next week: SBI, HDFC, others closed on these days between 18 and 24 May; check here​
Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.
Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.
on May 17, 2026 at 1:00 am Suspicious Betting in Washington Is on the Rise—and Authorities Are Playing Catch-Up​Brian Schwartz
Regulators are seeking information from Kalshi and Polymarket over wagers tied to political events and military operations.
Regulators are seeking information from Kalshi and Polymarket over wagers tied to political events and military operations.
