U.S. pursues third Venezuelan oil tanker for sanctions evasion, part of broader effort to cut Maduro’s oil revenue.

U.S. chasing third Venezuelan oil tanker in international waters, part of ongoing sanctions enforcement.

India and New Zealand finalize a trade deal to boost exports and investments, eliminating tariffs on most goods.

India and New Zealand finalize trade deal with zero tariffs, $20B investment, and expanded mobility.

The FDA approved Novo Nordisk’s oral Wegovy, the first U.S. GLP-1 weight-loss pill, for launch in January 2026.

India and New Zealand signed a trade deal boosting Indian exports, student visas, and work permits, but Māori groups question its fairness.

UK raises farm inheritance tax threshold to £2.5M, doubling relief for family farms.

Gold and silver hit record highs on Dec. 22, 2025, amid U.S.-Venezuela tensions and surging safe-haven demand.

BP to sell 65% of Castrol to Stonepeak for $6B, exiting majority ownership by 2026.

CPP Investments and Stonepeak to buy majority of Castrol from BP for $10.1B, with BP keeping 35%.