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Massive Airstrike Plunges Ukrainian Cities Into Darkness

                                                         The site of a Russian drone and missile strike in Kyiv A large-scale Russian air attack has left tens of thousands of Ukrainians without power, heat, or water after missiles and drones struck critical energy infrastructure across multiple regions. The overnight barrage targeted major cities including Kyiv, Dnipro, and Odesa, overwhelming repair crews and deepening the country’s winter hardships. In the capital, thousands of apartment buildings temporarily lost heating, and widespread electricity outages disrupted daily life. Local officials reported injuries and damage to residential areas as emergency teams worked through the night to contain fires and restore essential services. The strike is part of a renewed campaign aimed at crippling Ukraine’s energy grid...
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Stock Market Today: World Shares Mostly Advance After Wall St Comeback from Worst Loss Since 2022

Shares were mostly higher in Asia and Europe on Friday following a patchy comeback by Wall Street from its worst loss since 2022. Here are the key highlights:

  • Asia:
    • Tokyo: The Nikkei 225 index initially gained but later slipped 0.5% to 37,667.41. Tokyo’s core consumer price index rose 2.2% in July, adding to expectations that the Bank of Japan may raise its near-zero benchmark interest rate.
    • Hong Kong: The Hang Seng edged 0.2% higher.
    • Shanghai: The Composite index edged 0.1% lower.
    • Seoul: The Kospi surged 0.9%.
    • Taiwan: The Taiex sank 3.3% after reopening following a typhoon-related closure.
  • Europe:
    • Germany: The DAX edged 0.2% higher.
    • France: The CAC 40 rose 0.8%.
  • U.S. Futures and Oil Prices:
    • U.S. futures and oil prices also saw gains.

The split performance on Wall Street saw general stocks and other previously downtrodden areas rise, while Big Tech stocks gave back some of their recent gains. Overall, markets remain volatile, influenced by global economic conditions and investor sentiment.

Remember to stay informed and consider professional advice when making investment decisions. 


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