https://dbctimes.comWorld news, South Asia, business, technology, climate and society.enhttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-rise-and-thrive-women-home-businesses/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-rise-and-thrive-women-home-businesses/Founded by Sapna Kewalramani Malhotra, the Singapore charity Rise and Thrive has helped 91 women from lower-income households turn home-based skills into income through structured mentoring, training and a supportive community.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:22:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-its-raining-raincoats-10-years-migrant-workers/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-its-raining-raincoats-10-years-migrant-workers/Dipa Swaminathan founded It's Raining Raincoats in 2015 after a chance encounter in a thunderstorm. A decade on, the charity has grown into a movement to support, and change perceptions of, the migrant workers who help build Singapore.Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:28:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-korean-expat-andrew-lim-building-future/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-korean-expat-andrew-lim-building-future/Korea-born finance executive Andrew Lim arrived in Singapore in 2019 expecting an easy transition. What drew him in was the everyday warmth, starting with hawker-centre lunches, that convinced him to put down roots and start a family here.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/yemen-war-hospitals-aid-access-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/yemen-war-hospitals-aid-access-2026/Relief agencies warn that renewed clashes are straining hospitals and putting essential food and medical supplies beyond reach.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/sudan-conflict-drought-food-insecurity-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/sudan-conflict-drought-food-insecurity-2026/A food-security monitor says conflict and severe drought are damaging livelihoods and worsening famine risks in Darfur and Kordofan.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-third-quarter-growth-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-third-quarter-growth-2026/Advance third-quarter estimates show continued expansion, with a pullback in manufacturing from the previous quarter.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-manufacturing-pmi-september-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-manufacturing-pmi-september-2026/The September survey rose to 50.1, while employment and smaller-enterprise readings remained below the threshold.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/india-upi-adoption-security-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/india-upi-adoption-security-2026/A Finance Ministry disclosure records 554.9 million onboarded users and outlines safeguards for the digital payments network.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-boj-september-rate-inflation-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-boj-september-rate-inflation-2026/The policy rate moved to around 1.25%, while published opinions reveal disagreement over the strength of domestic demand.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-september-employment-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-september-employment-2026/Part-time employment fell, while the statistics bureau urges caution over monthly volatility and survey changes.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-september-policy-stability-growth-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-september-policy-stability-growth-2026/Bank Indonesia combines a 5.75% rate with measures aimed at capital inflows, lending and digital payments.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-trade-corridors-fisheries-world-bank-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-trade-corridors-fisheries-world-bank-2026/Three World Bank-backed projects target Hai Phong transport, Mekong roads and sustainable fisheries.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-third-quarter-advance-gdp-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-third-quarter-advance-gdp-2026/The early estimate points to continued expansion, with a fuller GDP release scheduled for November.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/asia-pacific-charity-disaster-readiness-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/asia-pacific-charity-disaster-readiness-2026/IFRC’s preparedness programme and El Niño warning highlight the economic value of protecting livelihoods before emergencies deepen.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/asia-small-business-finance-productivity/https://dbctimes.com/articles/asia-small-business-finance-productivity/ADB’s 2025 enterprise monitor connects finance with innovation, manufacturing and the resilience of everyday businesses.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-world-bank-meetings-developing-economies-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-world-bank-meetings-developing-economies-2026/Energy costs, weaker aid flows and the search for private investment framed the questions facing lower-income countries at the annual meetings.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/oil-volatility-markets-household-costs-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/oil-volatility-markets-household-costs-2026/Regional tensions moved energy shares and market sentiment as investors weighed the effect of supply risks on transport and prices.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/ai-infrastructure-capital-costs-central-banks-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/ai-infrastructure-capital-costs-central-banks-2026/Investment in chips, data centres and power networks is adding to demand for financing as borrowing costs rise.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/pakistan-growth-privatisation-reform-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/pakistan-growth-privatisation-reform-2026/The government’s growth goal and sale plans face tests from energy costs, financing needs and the delivery of economic reforms.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/global-climate-adaptation-finance-gap-2025/https://dbctimes.com/articles/global-climate-adaptation-finance-gap-2025/UNEP estimates annual adaptation needs could reach $310 billion by 2035 under modelled costs, far above current public finance flows.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/itu-global-internet-access-digital-divide-2025/https://dbctimes.com/articles/itu-global-internet-access-digital-divide-2025/Connectivity expanded worldwide, but access gaps remained concentrated in lower-income countries and rural communities.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-ai-energy-global-growth-risks-2026/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-ai-energy-global-growth-risks-2026/Technology spending is helping sustain activity, while war-related energy costs, debt and a possible market correction remain downside risks.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-port-record-throughput-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-port-record-throughput-2024/A January 2025 maritime review recorded rising cargo volumes, fuel sales and maritime business spending.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-global-finance-technology-network-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-global-finance-technology-network-2024/The MAS initiative combined international forums, advisory work, digital platforms and investment ambitions.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-gdp-growth-five-percent-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-gdp-growth-five-percent-2024/The January 2025 release showed stronger fourth-quarter growth alongside continuing property-sector weakness.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-new-energy-vehicle-sales-january-2025/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-new-energy-vehicle-sales-january-2025/Electrified vehicles gained share even as the overall automobile market slipped slightly from a year earlier.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/india-upi-december-payment-record-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/india-upi-december-payment-record-2024/Government figures documented rapid payment-system growth, with annual UPI volume reaching about 172 billion transactions.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/india-startup-recognition-nine-years-2025/https://dbctimes.com/articles/india-startup-recognition-nine-years-2025/The government’s nine-year review highlighted jobs, women directors and the spread of entrepreneurship beyond major cities.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-bank-ends-negative-rate-framework-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-bank-ends-negative-rate-framework-2024/The Bank of Japan shifted to a short-term rate target while retaining support through government bond purchases.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-visitor-arrivals-tourism-record-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-visitor-arrivals-tourism-record-2024/January 2025 tourism estimates showed arrivals above both 2023 and the pre-pandemic 2019 benchmark.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-february-2025-rate-cut/https://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-february-2025-rate-cut/The RBA lowered its cash rate target to 4.10%, while remaining cautious about further easing.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-december-2024-gdp-rebound/https://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-december-2024-gdp-rebound/The March 2025 ABS release showed public and private spending supporting growth.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-2024-gdp-five-percent/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-2024-gdp-five-percent/The February 2025 statistics release showed stable expansion and a large economic contribution from Java.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-september-2024-interest-rate-cut/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-september-2024-interest-rate-cut/The central bank paired monetary easing with support for lending, small businesses and digital payments.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-2024-waterways-financing/https://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-2024-waterways-financing/The World Bank-backed project targeted freight efficiency, safer navigation and lower transport emissions.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-2023-green-digital-recovery-credit/https://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-2023-green-digital-recovery-credit/A US$263.9 million World Bank operation supported tax, childcare, digital services and energy reforms.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-2024-gdp-investment-growth/https://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-2024-gdp-investment-growth/The February 2025 release showed construction and capital spending supporting a stronger annual result.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-google-2024-data-centre-investment/https://dbctimes.com/articles/malaysia-google-2024-data-centre-investment/The plan combined a first Malaysian data centre and cloud region with AI education programmes.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-ground-up-community-funding-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/singapore-ground-up-community-funding-2024/Temasek Foundation’s 2024 plans paired practical financial tools with support for local community projects.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-unicef-yagi-water-relief-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/vietnam-unicef-yagi-water-relief-2024/The September 2024 response prioritised safe water for hospitals, households and schools in northern provinces.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-red-cross-charitable-giving-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/australia-red-cross-charitable-giving-2024/Its June 2024 release showed continued donations alongside a fall in giving compared with an earlier period.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-women-online-enterprise-training-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-women-online-enterprise-training-2024/A three-year partnership combined digital marketing, business training and individual mentoring for small enterprises.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/india-space-startup-venture-fund-2024/https://dbctimes.com/articles/india-space-startup-venture-fund-2024/The October 2024 Cabinet decision aimed to supply risk capital to companies across the space industry.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-j-startup-impact-programme-2023/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-j-startup-impact-programme-2023/J-Startup Impact combined commercial growth support with help measuring social and environmental outcomes.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/tensions-flare-again-in-paris-as-france-counts-cost-of-worst-unrest-in-years/https://dbctimes.com/articles/tensions-flare-again-in-paris-as-france-counts-cost-of-worst-unrest-in-years/France is assessing the political and economic fallout from a wave of violent demonstrations.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/albanian-prime-minister-says-protests-threaten-eu-membership-not-government/https://dbctimes.com/articles/albanian-prime-minister-says-protests-threaten-eu-membership-not-government/Edi Rama rejected calls to resign as demonstrations continued for a sixth day.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-endorses-netanyahu-as-israeli-election-campaign-intensifies/https://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-endorses-netanyahu-as-israeli-election-campaign-intensifies/Donald Trump publicly backed Benjamin Netanyahu late in Israel’s election campaign.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/oil-lifts-saudi-shares-as-regional-tensions-weigh-on-egypt-s-market/https://dbctimes.com/articles/oil-lifts-saudi-shares-as-regional-tensions-weigh-on-egypt-s-market/Higher oil prices supported Saudi shares while Egyptian equities fell amid regional uncertainty.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/united-states-resumes-intelligence-sharing-with-ukraine-zelenskiy-says/https://dbctimes.com/articles/united-states-resumes-intelligence-sharing-with-ukraine-zelenskiy-says/Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Washington had restarted intelligence-sharing after a pause.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/hurricane-trudy-brings-heavy-rain-and-strong-winds-to-mexico-s-pacific-coast/https://dbctimes.com/articles/hurricane-trudy-brings-heavy-rain-and-strong-winds-to-mexico-s-pacific-coast/Trudy brought heavy rain and strong winds to Mexico’s Pacific coast before forecasters expected it to move away.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/st-petersburg-oil-facilities-ablaze-after-large-ukrainian-drone-attack-russia-says/https://dbctimes.com/articles/st-petersburg-oil-facilities-ablaze-after-large-ukrainian-drone-attack-russia-says/Russian authorities reported fires at oil facilities after a major drone attack.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/latino-voters-weigh-household-costs-and-foreign-policy-before-us-midterms/https://dbctimes.com/articles/latino-voters-weigh-household-costs-and-foreign-policy-before-us-midterms/Voters interviewed by AP described cost-of-living concerns and frustration with the political choices before them.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-solar-panel-exports-extend-their-slump-in-september/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-solar-panel-exports-extend-their-slump-in-september/Chinese solar panel exports continued to decline in September.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/accenture-considers-sale-of-chinese-operations-reports-say/https://dbctimes.com/articles/accenture-considers-sale-of-chinese-operations-reports-say/Accenture is exploring a potential sale of its China operations, according to a Financial Times report cited by Reuters.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/microsoft-pulls-out-of-uk-data-centre-agreement-with-nscale-report-says/https://dbctimes.com/articles/microsoft-pulls-out-of-uk-data-centre-agreement-with-nscale-report-says/Microsoft withdrew from a UK data-centre arrangement, according to a report cited by Reuters.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/zelenskiy-says-he-spoke-with-us-envoys-witkoff-and-kushner/https://dbctimes.com/articles/zelenskiy-says-he-spoke-with-us-envoys-witkoff-and-kushner/The Ukrainian president said he held talks with US envoys about next steps in diplomacy.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-warns-of-ai-risks-as-global-finance-leaders-meet-in-bangkok/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-warns-of-ai-risks-as-global-finance-leaders-meet-in-bangkok/The IMF chief urged safeguards as officials discussed the benefits and risks of rapid AI investment.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/pope-speaks-with-putin-while-recovering-from-lung-surgery/https://dbctimes.com/articles/pope-speaks-with-putin-while-recovering-from-lung-surgery/Pope Leo XIV continued official duties during recovery, including a phone call with Vladimir Putin.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-faces-questions-on-household-prices-as-us-midterms-approach/https://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-faces-questions-on-household-prices-as-us-midterms-approach/Economic concerns remain central to the US election campaign as voters confront persistent price pressures.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-and-iran-say-us-election-timing-is-not-driving-decisions-on-the-war/https://dbctimes.com/articles/trump-and-iran-say-us-election-timing-is-not-driving-decisions-on-the-war/Washington and Tehran each said the US election calendar was not shaping their decisions over the conflict.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/macron-to-address-france-after-demonstrations-lead-to-1-800-arrests/https://dbctimes.com/articles/macron-to-address-france-after-demonstrations-lead-to-1-800-arrests/French authorities reported 1,800 arrests after demonstrations and clashes across the country.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/southeast-asia-haze-worsens-as-fires-spread-across-indonesia/https://dbctimes.com/articles/southeast-asia-haze-worsens-as-fires-spread-across-indonesia/Wildfires in Indonesia have pushed smoke and air pollution across parts of Southeast Asia.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-says-african-economies-have-weathered-shocks-but-aid-decline-raises-risks/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-says-african-economies-have-weathered-shocks-but-aid-decline-raises-risks/African economies have absorbed energy-price shocks, while falling development assistance leaves countries exposed.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/fires-surge-in-brazil-s-amazon-as-el-ni-o-and-climate-pressures-build/https://dbctimes.com/articles/fires-surge-in-brazil-s-amazon-as-el-ni-o-and-climate-pressures-build/Fire activity rose sharply in Brazil’s Amazonas state during the first half of October.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/wildfire-kills-four-in-indonesia-s-mount-bromo-national-park/https://dbctimes.com/articles/wildfire-kills-four-in-indonesia-s-mount-bromo-national-park/Four people died while fighting a wildfire in East Java’s Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/equatorial-guinea-expands-malaria-elimination-programme/https://dbctimes.com/articles/equatorial-guinea-expands-malaria-elimination-programme/Equatorial Guinea is extending a malaria programme that has sharply reduced infections on Bioko Island.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-s-flores-earthquake-prompts-emergency-checks/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indonesia-s-flores-earthquake-prompts-emergency-checks/A strong earthquake struck near Indonesia’s Flores region, prompting local monitoring and safety checks.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/iran-urges-washington-to-accept-proposal-on-reopening-strait-of-hormuz/https://dbctimes.com/articles/iran-urges-washington-to-accept-proposal-on-reopening-strait-of-hormuz/Tehran urged the United States to accept a proposal tied to reopening the strategic shipping route.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/indigenous-leaders-ask-un-to-address-criminal-networks-in-the-amazon/https://dbctimes.com/articles/indigenous-leaders-ask-un-to-address-criminal-networks-in-the-amazon/Indigenous representatives called for international action against criminal groups operating in the Amazon.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/rubio-says-trump-could-take-60-days-to-decide-on-russia-sanctions/https://dbctimes.com/articles/rubio-says-trump-could-take-60-days-to-decide-on-russia-sanctions/Marco Rubio said Donald Trump may take up to two months to consider a proposed Russia sanctions measure.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-proposes-export-controls-on-solar-manufacturing-technologies/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-proposes-export-controls-on-solar-manufacturing-technologies/Beijing proposed controls on 12 technologies used to manufacture solar equipment.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/solar-kits-give-displaced-rohingya-families-a-new-source-of-light/https://dbctimes.com/articles/solar-kits-give-displaced-rohingya-families-a-new-source-of-light/Solar lighting is helping some Rohingya families in Bangladesh reduce reliance on unsafe or costly energy sources.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/sudan-drone-strike-adds-to-risks-for-civilians-and-aid-access/https://dbctimes.com/articles/sudan-drone-strike-adds-to-risks-for-civilians-and-aid-access/A drone strike in Sudan underscored the danger facing civilians as the conflict continues.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/strong-dollar-puts-pressure-on-trump-before-us-midterm-elections/https://dbctimes.com/articles/strong-dollar-puts-pressure-on-trump-before-us-midterm-elections/A firm dollar is adding another dimension to the economic debate ahead of US midterms.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/study-finds-climate-change-strengthened-hurricane-polo-more-than-el-ni-o/https://dbctimes.com/articles/study-finds-climate-change-strengthened-hurricane-polo-more-than-el-ni-o/A climate attribution study found warming added to Hurricane Polo’s intensity alongside El Niño.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/lebanon-announces-seizure-of-explosives-amid-regional-security-concerns/https://dbctimes.com/articles/lebanon-announces-seizure-of-explosives-amid-regional-security-concerns/Lebanese authorities reported seizing explosives as the country faces mounting security pressures.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-lowers-its-outlook-for-asian-growth-as-yields-and-uncertainty-rise/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-lowers-its-outlook-for-asian-growth-as-yields-and-uncertainty-rise/The IMF expects Asia’s growth to slow in 2027 as financial conditions and external uncertainty weigh.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/pakistan-and-afghanistan-tensions-heighten-along-their-border/https://dbctimes.com/articles/pakistan-and-afghanistan-tensions-heighten-along-their-border/Renewed tensions have raised concern over security and movement along the Pakistan-Afghanistan frontier.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/families-in-yemen-s-taiz-take-shelter-as-access-routes-close/https://dbctimes.com/articles/families-in-yemen-s-taiz-take-shelter-as-access-routes-close/Residents in Taiz sought shelter as renewed restrictions cut access through the city.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/pope-leo-says-he-will-gradually-resume-duties-after-cancer-surgery/https://dbctimes.com/articles/pope-leo-says-he-will-gradually-resume-duties-after-cancer-surgery/Pope Leo XIV told worshippers he would gradually return to duties after lung surgery.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/small-business-owners-describe-uncertainty-over-us-economic-policy/https://dbctimes.com/articles/small-business-owners-describe-uncertainty-over-us-economic-policy/Small businesses report weighing prices, staffing and investment amid uncertainty in the US economy.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/meta-s-ai-spending-puts-capital-and-investor-patience-in-focus/https://dbctimes.com/articles/meta-s-ai-spending-puts-capital-and-investor-patience-in-focus/Meta’s investment in AI infrastructure is raising questions about the scale and timing of returns.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/climate-communicators-debate-how-to-describe-the-scale-of-environmental-risk/https://dbctimes.com/articles/climate-communicators-debate-how-to-describe-the-scale-of-environmental-risk/Researchers and communicators are reconsidering how climate warnings affect public understanding and engagement.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/us-stocks-suffer-steepest-daily-fall-since-july-as-inflation-concerns-return/https://dbctimes.com/articles/us-stocks-suffer-steepest-daily-fall-since-july-as-inflation-concerns-return/US shares fell after new inflation data pushed bond yields higher.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-s-yuan-heads-for-a-third-weekly-gain-as-exports-support-sentiment/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-s-yuan-heads-for-a-third-weekly-gain-as-exports-support-sentiment/The yuan was on track for another weekly advance as exports helped support confidence.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/take-five-earnings-elections-and-msci-concerns-shape-market-focus/https://dbctimes.com/articles/take-five-earnings-elections-and-msci-concerns-shape-market-focus/Investors entered a busy week tracking company results, elections and economic data.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/fire-at-canadian-military-base-follows-deadly-incident/https://dbctimes.com/articles/fire-at-canadian-military-base-follows-deadly-incident/Canadian authorities reported deaths and injuries after an incident at a military base in Alberta led to a major fire.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/china-s-exports-forecast-to-accelerate-as-factories-regain-momentum/https://dbctimes.com/articles/china-s-exports-forecast-to-accelerate-as-factories-regain-momentum/Economists expected China’s export growth to edge higher in September.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-economy-minister-says-monetary-policy-is-for-the-central-bank/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-economy-minister-says-monetary-policy-is-for-the-central-bank/Japan’s economy minister reaffirmed the Bank of Japan’s independence in setting monetary policy.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/airstrike-kills-at-least-nine-in-yemen-including-five-children-ap-reports/https://dbctimes.com/articles/airstrike-kills-at-least-nine-in-yemen-including-five-children-ap-reports/An airstrike in Yemen’s Saada province killed at least nine people, according to the Houthi-run health ministry cited by AP.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-prime-minister-s-support-rate-falls-below-50-kyodo-reports/https://dbctimes.com/articles/japan-prime-minister-s-support-rate-falls-below-50-kyodo-reports/A Kyodo poll put the Japanese prime minister’s approval below 50%, its lowest level since she took office.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-and-world-bank-meetings-leave-developing-economies-weighing-difficult-choices/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-and-world-bank-meetings-leave-developing-economies-weighing-difficult-choices/Officials left the Bangkok meetings with unresolved questions about debt, conflict, energy and AI.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-chief-says-wealthy-nations-must-address-debt-pressures/https://dbctimes.com/articles/imf-chief-says-wealthy-nations-must-address-debt-pressures/Kristalina Georgieva urged the United States and other wealthy countries to tackle mounting debt.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/uae-shares-rise-alongside-global-markets/https://dbctimes.com/articles/uae-shares-rise-alongside-global-markets/United Arab Emirates markets closed higher as global shares advanced.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/tsmc-expected-to-post-another-record-quarter-on-ai-chip-demand/https://dbctimes.com/articles/tsmc-expected-to-post-another-record-quarter-on-ai-chip-demand/Analysts expected Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to report a sixth consecutive quarterly profit record.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/russian-strikes-hit-nine-ukrainian-regions-ap-reports/https://dbctimes.com/articles/russian-strikes-hit-nine-ukrainian-regions-ap-reports/Russian attacks were reported across nine Ukrainian regions, adding to pressure on civilian infrastructure.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/flooding-across-south-america-leaves-communities-assessing-damage/https://dbctimes.com/articles/flooding-across-south-america-leaves-communities-assessing-damage/Flooding in parts of South America damaged homes and disrupted communities.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/romanian-fighter-jets-shoot-down-two-drones-over-territorial-waters/https://dbctimes.com/articles/romanian-fighter-jets-shoot-down-two-drones-over-territorial-waters/Romania said its F-16 aircraft intercepted two drones over its territorial waters.Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/petrochina-poised-for-record-trading-profit-amid-market-disruption/https://dbctimes.com/articles/petrochina-poised-for-record-trading-profit-amid-market-disruption/PetroChina is set for a record trading result as the conflict reshapes energy markets, sources told Reuters.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/lebanon-delegation-to-press-for-halt-to-israeli-attacks-in-us-talks/https://dbctimes.com/articles/lebanon-delegation-to-press-for-halt-to-israeli-attacks-in-us-talks/Beirut said its military delegation would seek an end to Israeli attacks during planned talks in the United States.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/iran-shifts-tactics-to-increase-pressure-on-shipping-before-us-vote-officials-say/https://dbctimes.com/articles/iran-shifts-tactics-to-increase-pressure-on-shipping-before-us-vote-officials-say/Iranian officials told Reuters that tactics targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz had changed.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/failure-to-move-fertilizer-through-hormuz-could-threaten-food-security-un-official-says/https://dbctimes.com/articles/failure-to-move-fertilizer-through-hormuz-could-threaten-food-security-un-official-says/A UN official warned that delays to a fertilizer transit plan could put planting seasons at risk in parts of Asia and Africa.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/modi-faces-economic-and-political-pressures-as-investors-pull-back/https://dbctimes.com/articles/modi-faces-economic-and-political-pressures-as-investors-pull-back/India’s rapid growth is being tested by foreign investor outflows and higher oil prices.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMThttps://dbctimes.com/articles/hamid-reza-mohagheghi-community-volunteering-singapore/https://dbctimes.com/articles/hamid-reza-mohagheghi-community-volunteering-singapore/Originally from Vanuatu, Hamid Reza Mohagheghi has been contributing his time to Singapore's community food assistance efforts since 2024, participating in activities that help support elderly residents, lower-income households and vulnerable individuals.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:00:00 GMT