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US Fed leaves interest rates steady

The US Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged, ushering in a new phase in its battle against inflation.

In the United States, the Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged for the first time in more than a year. However, its latest economic forecasts suggest that more rate hikes lie ahead.

Despite the assurances given by the Qatar government and FIFA, a new report says 鈥渓abour exploitation of migrant workers rampant during Qatar World Cup鈥 and some workers were left unable to pay off the debts they built up to get their jobs in the first place and that many felt unable to complain for fear of reprisal.

And the frenzy stoked by the start of the singer's world tour is seen driving up prices in Sweden. She is apparently the queen of inflation after the rise of demand for hotels and restaurant meals, according to the country's economic statistics.

(Picture: US 100 dollar bills. Source: Getty Images)

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