Iowa’s jobless rate stayed at 3.5% in December 2025, with winter weather causing temporary losses in retail and manufacturing, while construction, education, and healthcare saw strong gains.

Starting Feb. 1, 2026, Kenyan workers face higher NSSF, housing, and health deductions, cutting take-home pay significantly.

Japan's leading economic index rose in Nov 2025, signaling improved outlook despite weaker current activity.

Bulgaria ends lev usage in daily payments as euro adoption completes.

Eight Oxfordshire neighborhoods are in England’s most deprived 20%, revealing stark inequality despite the county’s affluent image.

China extends free flight changes on Japan routes to Oct. 24, 2026, amid diplomatic tensions over Taiwan remarks and rare earth trade.

A land sale in Orange, NSW, is set to launch a luxury housing project, boosting the local economy.

Qatar’s credit rating affirmed at ‘AA’ with stable outlook, backed by strong finances and LNG-driven growth.

Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski discussed infrastructure, safety, and economic growth on a regional radio show.

The former At Home store in Rochester may become a community health center, affordable housing, and retail space to boost the local economy.