South Korea's national health insurance recorded a deficit of nearly 4 trillion won in the first quarter of 2026, threatening a return to an annual net loss.
Leeds Rhinos completed a remarkable comeback from 16 points down with half an hour remaining to defeat Wakefield Trinity 24-22, moving four points clear at the top of the Super League table.
Russia sold significant gold reserves in 2026, dropping holdings to 73.4 million troy ounces to offset budget deficits caused by soaring defense spending for the war in Ukraine.
La Camera ha approvato la risoluzione di maggioranza sulle comunicazioni del ministro dell'Economia Giancarlo Giorgetti riguardo all'attivazione delle clausole di salvaguardia Ue per difesa ed energia.
Nel 2025, l'Italia mantiene la popolazione stabile a 58,9 milioni grazie a un saldo migratorio estero di +296mila, che compensa il deficit naturale. Il Paese si regge sull'immigrazione, con Bangladesh e Marocco come principali paesi di provenienza, mentre gli espatri italiani diminuiscono ma l'emorragia di laureati dal Sud verso il Centro-Nord persiste.
US President Donald Trump is imposing new tariffs, claiming to combat forced labor, but critics argue this is a pretext to continue his trade wars, violating international agreements and federal law. The tariffs target the EU and Canada, while largely sparing China, and ignore forced labor issues within the US.
The Cronulla Sharks lead the South Sydney Rabbitohs 18-6 at half-time in their NRL match at Shark Park. Despite Teig Wilton's sin bin for a high tackle, the Sharks scored 18 unanswered points, with Nicho Hynes setting a club record for consecutive conversions.
India's Ankush Panghal secured a men's 80kg boxing gold at the Commonwealth Games 2026, overcoming a 5-0 first-round deficit against England's Dimeji Shittu. His 4-1 split-decision win contributed to India's best-ever boxing campaign with seven golds and three silvers.
India's Ankush Panghal achieved a remarkable comeback, overcoming a 5-0 first-round deficit to defeat England's Dimeji Shittu and secure the men's 80kg boxing gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. His victory contributed to India's best-ever boxing campaign at the event, which saw the nation win seven gold and three silver medals.
O setor público consolidado do Brasil registrou um déficit primário de R$ 55,3 bilhões em junho de 2026, conforme o Banco Central. O déficit acumulado em 12 meses atingiu R$ 157,2 bilhões (1,19% do PIB), e a Dívida Líquida do Setor Público alcançou 68,5% do PIB.
A previsão de déficit primário para 2026 foi reduzida para R$ 52 bilhões, devido a uma queda nas previsões de gastos obrigatórios. A estimativa inclui precatórios e gastos excluídos da meta fiscal.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky expressed dissatisfaction with the country's winter readiness plans, urging faster progress. This comes as new Prime Minister Sergey Koretsky anticipates a more challenging winter, with TASS estimating only half of the required natural gas and limited coal reserves.
Seven decades after the Bandung Conference, China and Indonesia share strong economic ties, with China as Indonesia's largest trading partner and a top investor. However, Indonesia recorded a significant US$20.5 billion trade deficit with China last year, raising concerns about the displacement of domestic producers.
Il ministro della Presidenza boliviano, José Luis Lupo, ha dichiarato che un accordo con il FMI è "essenziale" per la stabilità economica e il deficit fiscale del Paese, pur affermando che il governo attuerebbe il suo programma macroeconomico anche senza il Fondo.
Nel primo trimestre del 2026, il rapporto deficit/Pil destagionalizzato è sceso leggermente al 3,1% sia nell'Eurozona che nell'UE, mentre il rapporto debito pubblico/Pil è aumentato all'88,9% nell'Eurozona e all'82,9% nell'UE.
Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, extending his championship lead. However, his Mercedes teammate George Russell was eliminated early after a collision with Lewis Hamilton, attributing the incident to a persistent lack of straightline speed in his car, an issue not affecting Antonelli.
India's monsoon has weakened, widening the nationwide rainfall deficit to 18% after a week of good showers had reduced it. The India Meteorological Department predicts subdued rainfall activity for the next week, potentially impacting sowing activities as many states still report significant deficits.
Russia's budget deficit reached 2.5% of GDP in H1, while tensions rise between Iran and the US over alleged plots. Updates on the Ukraine war include Patriot missile production plans, drone attacks, and NATO discussions. Other news covers Iran's farewell ceremonies, Israel's actions in Gaza, and Turkey's S-400 sales.
Russia's federal budget deficit hit 5.73 trillion rubles ($75 billion) in the first half of 2026, a 2.35 trillion ruble increase from the previous year. The Finance Ministry attributes the rise to advance financing of expenditures, despite a 5.8% increase in revenues.
The Southwest monsoon has covered all of India, advancing into Rajasthan, Haryana, and Punjab on Thursday, just one day after the normal date. The monsoon's progress, while covering the entire country, has resulted in a reduced overall deficit but significant deficits remain in 10 states, impacting Kharif crop sowing.
European governments face criticism for poor emergency management of extreme weather and underinvestment, while citizens increasingly buy Chinese air conditioners due to cost-of-living concerns, despite EU trade policy towards Beijing.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was visibly emotional after his team's dramatic 3-2 comeback win against Egypt in the World Cup. He struggled to continue an interview, citing his overwhelming emotions after the match.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was overcome with emotion after his team's dramatic 3-2 comeback win against Egypt in the World Cup. He struggled to hold back tears, stating the team "will never abandon the Argentine people."
Argentina staged a dramatic 3-2 comeback against Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with Lionel Messi in tears and teammates celebrating wildly. After being down 2-0, goals from Romero, Messi, and Fernandez secured the win, sparking jubilant scenes in Buenos Aires.
