United States

Tuesday, June 25th 2013 - 05:56 UTC
Deadly swine virus spreading among hog farms in the US Mid west

A swine virus deadly to young pigs, one never before seen in North America, is spreading rapidly across the United States and proving harder to control than previously believed.
Tuesday, June 25th 2013 - 05:49 UTC
US OK’s new non-eggs flu vaccine for adults with severe allergies

People with serious egg allergies may no longer have to worry about flu shots. A United States government advisory panel said a new vaccine that's made without eggs is an option for adults with severe allergies. Current flu shots are made from viruses grown in eggs and could trigger allergic reactions in some cases.
Monday, June 24th 2013 - 08:20 UTC
Ecuador confirms Edward Snowden has formally requested for asylum

Ecuador's foreign minister said his country was “analyzing” a request for asylum by fugitive US intelligence whistleblower Edward Snowden who is currently in Moscow
Friday, June 21st 2013 - 16:52 UTC
World Bank preparing for when US begins to slow money creation

The World Bank is concerned about the spill-over effects on developing countries of a slowing of US money creation and will move to provide affordable capital when borrowing costs rise.
Thursday, June 20th 2013 - 02:25 UTC
Fed warns investors to be prepared for an easing out of stimuli later in the year

United States Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is putting investors on notice that the central bank is prepared to begin phasing out easing programs later this year.
Monday, June 17th 2013 - 15:51 UTC
Expert in international cooperation next US ambassador in Brazil

President Barack Obama has named Lilian Ayalde a career diplomat with a long experience in international cooperation and former ambassador to Paraguay as the next ambassador to Brazil it was announced by the White House.
Sunday, June 16th 2013 - 13:55 UTC
IMF calls for ‘timely’ unwinding of US stimuli program fearing markets’ volatility

The International Monetary Fund cautioned on the possible risks of the United States ‘non timely’ unwinding of the stimuli program implemented by the Federal Reserve and the collateral effects that such a policy could have on emerging economies, as those in Latinamerica.
Sunday, June 16th 2013 - 13:40 UTC
US recovery ‘more durable’ but must restore ‘long run fiscal sustainability’ says IMF

United States could spur growth by adopting a more balanced and gradual pace of fiscal consolidation, especially at a time when monetary policy has limited room to support the recovery further, the International Monetary Fund said after wrapping up its annual review of the world’s largest economy.
Sunday, June 16th 2013 - 13:33 UTC
Redesigned 100 dollar note begins circulation next 8 October, says Fed

The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday announced that the redesigned 100 dollar note will begin circulating on 8 October 2013. This note, which incorporates new security features such as a blue, 3-D security ribbon, will be easier for the public to authenticate but more difficult for counterfeiters to replicate.
Friday, June 14th 2013 - 23:20 UTC
Isle of Man hits back at G8 over tax evasion and questions secrecy of UK and US banks

The Isle of Man and Jersey have hit back at accusations that they facilitate tax evasion and avoidance ahead of next week's G8 summit. The offshore jurisdictions, frequently described as tax havens, suggest recent pressure from world leaders is politically motivated.