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British pound wobbles as May announces resignation



BERLIN: The British pound wobbled after Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation, while stock markets mostly rebounded as US President Donald Trump offered an “olive branch” to China in their trade war, dealers said.

Sterling sank below $1.27 after May said she would step down on June 7 as prime minister, paving the way for a brutal contest to replace her.

 

Publish Date : 24 May 2019 20:41 PM

RSP leader Sarin quits politics after losing Koshi provincial chair election

KATHMANDU: Goma Tamang Sarin has announced her departure from politics

Govt targets 60% reduction in dengue infections within five years

KATHMANDU: The government has announced plans to reduce dengue infection

NTA blocks 35 websites and apps for unauthorized FIFA World Cup streaming

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has blocked 35 websites

Amresh Kumar Singh criticizes budget, questions govt’s development priorities

KATHMANDU: Lawmaker Amresh Kumar Singh has strongly criticized the government’s

Foreign Minister says Nepal committed to resolving border disputes through dialogue

KATHMANDU: Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal has said Nepal remains committed