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Versus Trade Wins Best ECN/STP Broker APAC 2026, Marking Third UF Awards Recognition
The international CFD broker adds an execution-focused industry distinction to its previous awards for trading spreads and business growth.
Tech sell-off rolls on as hot inflation data stokes rate worries
Asian stocks plunged and the sell-off in tech stocks continued on Wall Street on Thursday as investors worried that forecast-topping US inflation data would force the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again.
Three dead as Istanbul sees heaviest rainfall in 80 years
Istanbul was battling on Thursday to recover from flooding caused by what officials described as the heaviest rainfall in at least 80 years, as the toll rose to three dead and four missing.
McIlroy makes 'solid' start in rain-hit Delhi as Norgaard leads
Rory McIlroy and defending champion Tommy Fleetwood finished four shots off the clubhouse lead on a rain-hit opening day at the DP World India Championship on Thursday.
US producer prices see biggest jump since 2022 in added challenge to Trump
US wholesale inflation surged past analysts' expectations in September, marking its biggest jump since 2022 as the war in Iran sent fuel prices rocketing, government data showed Thursday.
Seven missing after fire on vessel in Black Sea off Romania
Romania reported seven people missing on Thursday after two drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea, where several vessels have been hit recently in suspected fallout from the Ukraine war.
Swiatek avoids seed exodus to breeze into Wuhan last eight
Iga Swiatek hit a new milestone on Thursday as she stormed into a second consecutive Wuhan Open quarter-final with a 6-1, 6-4 win over American lucky loser Ashlyn Krueger.
'Severe drought' declared in parts of UK
A "severe drought" was declared in parts of southern England on Thursday by the UK government, which said it took the decision following an "unprecedented period of extreme weather".
PM condemns 'chaos' as violent protests grip Albania
Protesters and police clashed in Albania's capital on Thursday, the third straight day of violence, with prime minister Edi Rama condemning "chaos" that has left government buildings badly damaged.
IUX Announces New Web Client Portal Built for Enhanced Browser-Based Trading
IUX, the multi-asset CFD broker, announced the launch of the new version of its Web Client Portal. Designed to provide web browser users with integrated charting, order placement controls, and account management tools in a unified dashboard.
'I couldn't breathe', Russell Brand's alleged rape victim says
A woman allegedly raped by British comedian Russell Brand more than two decades ago recalled how she was left scared and "felt dirty" after being attacked in her hotel room.
School roof collapse kills teacher, 32 children in NW Pakistan
The roof of a school collapsed in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar, killing a teacher and 32 students, mostly aged under 14, health officials said on Thursday, as residents and rescuers scrambled to pull children from the rubble.
Pope's cancer operation already reshaping papacy
With Pope Leo XIV recovering in hospital on Thursday following his lung cancer operation, questions are swirling about how the illness could change his papacy, less than two years after his election.
Inter skipper Martinez facing month out with thigh injury
Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez has picked up a left thigh injury, the Serie A champions confirmed on Thursday, with Italian media reporting he will be sidelined for a month.
Zverev cruises past De Minaur to reach Shanghai semi-finals
Top seed Alexander Zverev took "a huge step up" to dismantle Alex de Minaur 6-4, 6-4 on Thursday and roll into the Shanghai Masters semi-finals.
Spanish prosecutors back abuse probe into Julio Iglesias
A possible investigation into veteran crooner Julio Iglesias for alleged abuse of two women ex-employees is a step closer after prosecutors said Spain could judge the case, legal sources said on Thursday.
Ukraine's Zelensky defies Trump with Russian refinery strikes
Ukraine will no longer abide by US President Donald Trump's demands not to strike Russian oil refineries, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks published Thursday, amid deepening tensions between the two leaders over a US-Russia diesel agreement.
Tech sell-off deepens as US inflation sparks AI jitters
Asian stocks plunged Thursday as technology firms suffered another rout after forecast-topping US inflation data fuelled expectations the Federal Reserve would further increase interest rates.
Holders Australia edge New Zealand 24-22 to open Rugby league World Cup
Jack Bostock bagged a hat-trick on debut as Australia edged New Zealand 24-22 to kick off their Rugby League World Cup defence with a thrilling victory on Thursday.
Southgate does not forsee a return to management
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has said he does not forsee a return to coaching after his "desire to be involved in football" has changed.
'Ocarina of Time': Nintendo gives Zelda classic a modern makeover
For millions of gamers, a few notes from an ocarina are enough to bring back fond childhood memories.
Two dead as Istanbul endures heaviest rainfall in 80 years
Istanbul was on Thursday battling to recover from flooding caused by what officials said was the heaviest rainfall in the city since records began more than 80 years ago, as the downpour continued.
France charges teen shooter citing revenge for bullying in school
A 14-year-old charged with attempted murder in France after wounding a principal and a teacher in a school shooting this week said he acted out of revenge for bullying, prosecutors have said.
After latest Nepal flood, survivors fear for future
Standing beside his house half-buried in thick sludge, Nepali flash flood survivor Ajay Gurung surveyed the wreckage of a life swept away in minutes.
Martinez blames 'anger' for dig at Man Utd hierarchy
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez said "anger and frustration" at defeat to Atletico Madrid led to his swipe at the club's board for a lack of investment in the transfer market.
EU leaders clash over budget as spectre of French elections looms
EU leaders locked horns Thursday over the bloc's next long-term budget as they kicked off talks in Brussels under pressure to seal a deal before several high-stakes elections next year, most crucially in France.
Crowds build as Albanian PM tours protest aftermath
Protesters and police clashed in Albania's capital for a third straight day on Thursday, when the prime minister toured the aftermath of demonstrations that left government buildings badly damaged.
'No place to breathe': life in Indonesia's fire epicentre
Irvan Maulana has struggled with shortness of breath and a cough as wildfire smoke cloaks the Indonesian city of Palangkaraya. But he is a doctor, and patients keep arriving.
China-North Korea bridge opens, 12 years late
North Korean trucks festooned with flags and flowers trundled towards China on Thursday as a new bridge between the countries opened, allowing the isolated nation to ramp up trade with its huge neighbour.
'Can't sleep': Spain's housing crunch upends lives
At 38, Nadinne Fillol has a job, a partner and hopes of having children.
Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia could be postponed but 'no hurry' to decide: AFC
The Asian Cup scheduled for January in Saudi Arabia could be moved back a year to 2028 "if we need to", the continent's top football official said, following a series of Houthi attacks on the country.
Musk calls on Ukraine's Zelensky to 'go' after satellite slowdown row
Tech billionaire Elon Musk called on Wednesday for Volodymyr Zelensky to "go" as Ukraine's leader, after insisting any disruption to the war-torn country's use of his satellite communications system was the fault of the US government, not his company.