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OECD lifts 2025 global growth forecast to 3.2 percent but warns U.S. tariffs, slowing demand and trade tensions could weigh on economies in 2026.

US imposes $100K fee on all new H-1B visa petitions starting Sep 21, 2025, exempting current holders and renewals under new immigration policy.

Nissan tests self-driving Ariya EV on Tokyo streets using AI, LiDAR, and radar, showcasing urban navigation tech ahead of a 2027 Japan market launch.

Governments expand AI use in justice and services, yet OECD says outdated systems and fragmented data limit effective scaling of public sector innovation.

Washington gas prices reach $4.66 per gallon, the highest in the U.S., driven by refinery outages, pipeline shutdowns, and increased state fuel taxes.

Stem cell therapy helped mice recover from stroke by repairing brain tissue and restoring motor skills through transplanted neural progenitor cells.

US small businesses are adopting cryptocurrency and stablecoins, with 35% using them already and 96% planning to integrate emerging technologies.

US reduces tariff on Japanese auto and parts imports to 15% under trade deal, easing pressure on exports and aligning trade compliance rules.

Paramount and Skydance prepare a bid for Warner Bros Discovery with analyst-backed synergy potential exceeding $3 billion in major US media industry move.

Tesla shares surged after Elon Musk disclosed a $1B stock buy, his first major acquisition since 2020, adding 2.57M shares to his holdings.