Washington: US retail sales increased more than expected in August, recording their strongest monthly gain in five months, according to Census Bureau data released Wednesday. Advance estimates showed retail and food services sales totaled $773.9 billi…
Saudi air defenses: Intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by Yemen’s Houthi group near Mecca, the Saudi-led coalition disclosed early Wednesday. The Houthis, however, denied any involvement in the launch.
According to Anadolu Agency, coalition …
Ankara: The average interest rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rose to 6.97% last week, marking its highest level since May 2025, according to data released Wednesday. This increase in mortgage rates has coincided with a decline in mortgage applica…