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US Fed leaves interest rates unchanged amid economic uncertainty

ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera June 18, 2025

The US central bank held rates steady despite backlash from President Donald Trump.

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Nippon Steel acquires US Steel for $14.9bn after months of struggle

ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera June 18, 2025

The deal also allows US President Donald Trump to appoint a board member.

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Trump Organization announces smartphone targeting conservative consumers

ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera June 16, 2025

Phone and service plan are the latest offerings from Trump-related brands since US President Donald Trump took office.

Arab and Middle East unrest | Ayatollah Ali Khamenei | Benjamin Netanyahu | Conflict and arms | Economy | Gaza | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel–Iran War | Nuclear weapons

Purdue Pharma $7.4bn opioid settlement wins broad support from US states

ByAl Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera June 16, 2025

The suit, brought by 55 attorneys general, will help compensate victims and fund addiction treatment programmes.