With eye on China, US to boost military forces in Australia -- and 'invite' Japan to join in

The United States will increase the rotational presence of air, land and sea forces in Australia, including bomber aircraft and fighter jets, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday, amid shared concerns about China.


Juul Labs settles litigation in the United States

E-cigarette maker Juul Labs said Tuesday that it has settled litigation it faced in the United States, resolving a substantial amount of legal issues for the company.


Dog found in a carry-on bag at US airport

It's been a week of weird finds for the Transportation Security Administration: A six-pack of nunchucks and other sharp objects -- and now a dog in a backpack.


World's first 'upcycled' skyscraper saves Australian tower from demolition

Once Sydney's tallest building, the AMP Centre was showing its age. The outdated 1970s structure had come to the end of its lifespan, and the tower's owners wanted to replace it with something bigger, better and more energy-efficient.


UK lawmakers warned of cyberattacks and possible harassment from Iranian operatives

British lawmakers have been warned to be on alert for cyber-attacks and possible harassment from Iranian operatives, according to correspondence sent to lawmakers in both the upper and lower chambers last month.


Lawsuit against Saudi crown prince dismissed after Biden administration recommended he is given immunity

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against Saudi Arabia's crown prince after the Biden administration recommended he be granted immunity in the case brought against him by the fiancée of murdered Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi.


US oil plunges below $75 for first time since just before Christmas

Oil prices have tumbled to their lowest level of the year as worries about the health of the economy overshadow concerns about new restrictions imposed on Russian energy.


Meme stock mania may finally be over

It's time to sing a requiem for a meme. Meme stocks, that is. Companies that attracted rabid followings from traders on Reddit and other social media sites in 2021 are struggling. Just look at GameStop.


US trade deficit edged up to $78.2 billion in October

The US trade gap edged only slightly higher in October than the month before, to $78.2 billion.


'Not how you treat friends.' Biden's climate plan strains trade ties with Europe

The world's biggest economic relationship has hit a rough patch.