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Nikkei Breaks 53,000 Barrier as Investors Bet on Takaichi's Political Gamble

Nikkei Breaks 53,000 Barrier as Investors Bet on Takaichi's Political Gamble

Tokyo, Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
On January 13, 2026, the Nikkei 225 index soared to an all-time closing high of 53,549.16, driven by market conviction that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is preparing to dissolve the Lower House. This potential snap election has reignited the ‘Takaichi Trade,’ with investors banking on prolonged expansionary policies and political stability under Japan’s first female premier. However, this equity boom presents a double-edged sword: the yen has simultaneously weakened to the 158 range against the dollar, sparking immediate concerns from Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama regarding excessive currency volatility and the potential need for intervention.

Japan Airlines Sounds Alarm on Long-Term Economic Risks as Youth Travel Plummets

Japan Airlines Sounds Alarm on Long-Term Economic Risks as Youth Travel Plummets

Moldovan President Signals Readiness for Unification with Romania to Counter Russian Threats

Moldovan President Signals Readiness for Unification with Romania to Counter Russian Threats

TomTom Drives Smart City Innovation with Miovision Alliance and Area Analytics Launch

TomTom Drives Smart City Innovation with Miovision Alliance and Area Analytics Launch

FDA Fast-Tracks Argenx Therapy Expansion as Company Reports Record Sales Growth

FDA Fast-Tracks Argenx Therapy Expansion as Company Reports Record Sales Growth

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China Projected to Sustain 5-6% Growth Through 2035 Driven by Tech Innovation

China Projected to Sustain 5-6% Growth Through 2035 Driven by Tech Innovation

Beijing, Monday, 12 January 2026.
Leveraging a “latecomer advantage” and over 6 million annual STEM graduates, China is positioned to sustain 5-6% economic expansion through 2035, defying global headwinds.

Yardeni Attributes Economic Resilience to Massive Baby Boomer Wealth Advantage

Yardeni Attributes Economic Resilience to Massive Baby Boomer Wealth Advantage

Federal Reserve Criminal Inquiry Threatens to Halt 2026 Interest Rate Cuts

Federal Reserve Criminal Inquiry Threatens to Halt 2026 Interest Rate Cuts

US Envoy Confirms Critical Trade Talks Resume Jan 13 as India Joins Strategic Alliance

US Envoy Confirms Critical Trade Talks Resume Jan 13 as India Joins Strategic Alliance

South Korean Won Slides to Three-Week Low Ahead of Central Bank Review

South Korean Won Slides to Three-Week Low Ahead of Central Bank Review

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Starbucks Dismisses Worker After Deputy Receives Cup with Controversial Imagery

Starbucks Dismisses Worker After Deputy Receives Cup with Controversial Imagery

Norwalk, Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Starbucks swiftly terminated an employee for serving a deputy a cup with a pig drawing, prioritizing brand reputation despite claims the image referenced a viral internet meme.

Primior Holdings’ Digital Asset Platform Shatters Funding Goals in Debut Offering

Primior Holdings’ Digital Asset Platform Shatters Funding Goals in Debut Offering

Green Circle Raises $10 Million in US Market Debut to Fund Decarbonization Strategy

Green Circle Raises $10 Million in US Market Debut to Fund Decarbonization Strategy

Exascale Labs to List on Nasdaq via Merger as AI Infrastructure Demand Surges

Exascale Labs to List on Nasdaq via Merger as AI Infrastructure Demand Surges

Option Care Health Doubles Share Buyback Plan to $1 Billion Amid Positive 2026 Revenue Outlook

Option Care Health Doubles Share Buyback Plan to $1 Billion Amid Positive 2026 Revenue Outlook

latest news in politics

Jeffries Demands Senate Action on Expired Healthcare Tax Credits

Jeffries Demands Senate Action on Expired Healthcare Tax Credits

Washington, Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Jeffries demands immediate Senate action to restore expired healthcare credits after 17 Republicans joined Democrats to pass the House bill, vital for stabilizing costs for millions of Americans.

Visa Revocations Surge Past 100,000 as Federal Enforcement Intensifies

Visa Revocations Surge Past 100,000 as Federal Enforcement Intensifies

President Trump Reportedly Critical of Attorney General Bondi Amid Legal Delays

President Trump Reportedly Critical of Attorney General Bondi Amid Legal Delays

Senator Kelly Sues Defense Secretary to Block Unprecedented Reduction in Military Rank

Senator Kelly Sues Defense Secretary to Block Unprecedented Reduction in Military Rank

FDA Streamlines Manufacturing Rules to Accelerate Gene Therapy Innovation

FDA Streamlines Manufacturing Rules to Accelerate Gene Therapy Innovation

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Record Clean Energy Surge Drives Historic Drop in Coal Power Across China and India

Record Clean Energy Surge Drives Historic Drop in Coal Power Across China and India

Beijing, Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
For the first time since 1973, coal-fired electricity generation has simultaneously declined in China and India, marking a pivotal shift in the global energy landscape. Data for 2025 indicates a 1.6% drop in China and a 3% decrease in India, driven largely by record-breaking renewable energy installations rather than economic stagnation. China added a staggering 300 GW of solar capacity, while India boosted its green energy additions by 44%. While both nations continue to expand coal capacity for peak demand security, this data suggests that renewables are finally meeting new electricity demand. This historic decoupling signals that a structural peak in thermal coal usage is likely imminent, potentially accelerating global decarbonization timelines significantly.

Taiwan Redefines Bicycle Manufacturing With High-Tech Design Partnerships

Taiwan Redefines Bicycle Manufacturing With High-Tech Design Partnerships

State Department Issues Heightened Security Alert for Grenada Travelers

State Department Issues Heightened Security Alert for Grenada Travelers

Reports Allege US Deployed Advanced Sonic Technology in Venezuela Raid

Reports Allege US Deployed Advanced Sonic Technology in Venezuela Raid

Seoul Business Agency Accelerates Global Startup Expansion at CES 2026

Seoul Business Agency Accelerates Global Startup Expansion at CES 2026

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Eric Adams Unveils NYCToken Cryptocurrency to Fund Fight Against Antisemitism

Eric Adams Unveils NYCToken Cryptocurrency to Fund Fight Against Antisemitism

New York City, Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Former Mayor Adams launched NYCToken Monday to combat antisemitism using blockchain revenue, though the venture debuts with a largely non-functional website and undisclosed financial backers.

FBI Confirms Bias Motive in Arson Attack on Mississippi Synagogue

FBI Confirms Bias Motive in Arson Attack on Mississippi Synagogue

Brooks Koepka Returns to PGA Tour Facing Multimillion-Dollar Financial Penalties

Brooks Koepka Returns to PGA Tour Facing Multimillion-Dollar Financial Penalties

High-Stakes Investment Travis Hunter Sidelined for Jaguars' Wild Card Matchup

High-Stakes Investment Travis Hunter Sidelined for Jaguars' Wild Card Matchup

Billionaire’s $15 Million Property Sweep Sparks Debate Over Future of Historic Gladwyne

Billionaire’s $15 Million Property Sweep Sparks Debate Over Future of Historic Gladwyne