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A bag, a hoagie and a long wait for a ruling: What we learned at Luigi Mangione’s pretrial hearing

A three-week pretrial hearing on Mangione’s fight to exclude evidence from his New York murder case revealed new details about his December 2024 arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania, steps prosecutors say he took to elude authorities for five days, and what he may have revealed about himself after he was taken into custody

December 18, 2025
A bag, a hoagie and a long wait for a ruling: What we learned at Luigi Mangione’s pretrial hearing
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US

Cloud lifts over cannabis companies' future amid push to reclassify the drug

Cannabis companies like Tilray Brands and Canopy Growth could soon face a more mellow path ahead following President Donald Trump’s move to help reclassify the drug’s status

December 18, 2025
Cloud lifts over cannabis companies' future amid push to reclassify the drug
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street rises after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide

U.S. stocks rose following an encouraging report on inflation that could help the Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year

December 18, 2025
Wall Street rises after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide
Economy|Health|Political

Speaker Johnson was ready to move on from ACA subsidies. But his members had other plans

Speaker Mike Johnson has stayed on message that a Republican health care package will help all Americans and not just those on Affordable Care Act plans

December 18, 2025
Speaker Johnson was ready to move on from ACA subsidies. But his members had other plans
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion company that wants to power AI

The parent company of President Donald Trump’s Truth Social media platform announced Thursday it is merging with a fusion power company, an unusual pairing of the Trump name with a futuristic clean energy venture that aims to power the next wave of artificial intelligence

December 18, 2025
Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion company that wants to power AI
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Political

Judge dismisses complaint against Miami land transfer for Trump’s presidential library

A judge in Miami has dismissed a complaint challenging a college’s decision to gift prime downtown real estate for President Donald Trump’s future presidential library

December 18, 2025
Judge dismisses complaint against Miami land transfer for Trump’s presidential library
Business|Economy|Environment

House backs bill to speed permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects

The House has approved bipartisan legislation aimed at speeding up permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects and limiting judicial review

December 18, 2025
House backs bill to speed permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Feds pave the way for Big Tech to plug data centers right into power plants in scramble for energy

Federal regulators will allow tech companies to effectively plug massive data centers directly into power plants

December 18, 2025
Feds pave the way for Big Tech to plug data centers right into power plants in scramble for energy
Economy|Political|US

Trump repurposing money earmarked for troop housing for ‘warrior dividend’ bonuses

Trump repurposing money earmarked for troop housing for ‘warrior dividend’ bonuses

December 18, 2025
Trump repurposing money earmarked for troop housing for ‘warrior dividend’ bonuses
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Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

December 18, 2025
Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss
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Average US long-term mortgage rate edges lower, remaining near its low for the year

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged lower this week, staying relatively close to its low for the year

December 18, 2025
Average US long-term mortgage rate edges lower, remaining near its low for the year
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Brian Walshe is sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his wife, whose body was never found

A Boston-area man has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife, whose body has never been found

December 18, 2025
Brian Walshe is sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his wife, whose body was never found
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Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine

A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine

December 18, 2025
Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine
Economy|World

The US move to lift sanctions on Syria could encourage refugee returns, UN official says

The U.N. refugee agency in Lebanon says the U.S. lifting of sanctions on Syria could encourage more refugees to return

December 18, 2025
The US move to lift sanctions on Syria could encourage refugee returns, UN official says
Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Political

Miami’s new mayor faces a housing affordability crisis, city charter reform and a shrinking budget

Eileen Higgins won a hard-fought election to become Miami’s new mayor. Now for the hard part – governing the city.

December 18, 2025
Miami’s new mayor faces a housing affordability crisis, city charter reform and a shrinking budget
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Trump’s social media business is merging with a nuclear fusion company

Trump’s social media business is merging with a nuclear fusion company

December 18, 2025
Trump’s social media business is merging with a nuclear fusion company
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Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah

Israel has carried out airstrikes on southern and northeastern Lebanon

December 18, 2025
Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European Central Bank leaves rates unchanged with economy showing signs of modest growth

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged for the fourth meeting in a row as the economy in the 20 countries that use the euro increasingly looks strong enough to get by without the stimulus of lower borrowing costs for businesses and consumers

December 18, 2025
European Central Bank leaves rates unchanged with economy showing signs of modest growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US says price increases eased last month but data may be distorted and Americans aren't feeling it

U.S. inflation slowed unexpectedly last month according to data that was delayed and likely distorted by the government shutdown

December 18, 2025
US says price increases eased last month but data may be distorted and Americans aren't feeling it
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Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work

Thinking about what makes work worth doing and what you would do with your time if you weren’t spending it at work are useful questions to pose this and every year.

December 18, 2025
Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Fact check: Trump repeats numerous false claims in prime-time address

Fact check: Trump repeats numerous false claims in prime-time address

December 18, 2025
Fact check: Trump repeats numerous false claims in prime-time address
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Inflation cooled in November to 2.7%

Inflation cooled in November to 2.7%

December 18, 2025
Inflation cooled in November to 2.7%
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US jobless claim applications fell by 13,000 last week as layoffs remain low

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell by 13,000 last week, remaining in the same historically healthy range of the past few years even as concerns grow about the health of the labor market

December 18, 2025
US jobless claim applications fell by 13,000 last week as layoffs remain low
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, angering China

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, including medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones

December 18, 2025
US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, angering China
Economy|Europe|World

Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine

Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine

December 17, 2025
Europe is facing a huge decision on an unprecedented plan to use Russia’s frozen assets to help Ukraine
Asia|Business|Economy|World

India signs deal with Oman as it tries to counter US tariffs by accelerating free trade agreements

India has signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Oman

December 18, 2025
India signs deal with Oman as it tries to counter US tariffs by accelerating free trade agreements
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Efforts to reconnect Americans face challenges in a lonely time

It’s been called an “epidemic” of loneliness and isolation

December 18, 2025
Efforts to reconnect Americans face challenges in a lonely time
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump has vowed to strike Venezuela ‘soon’ for months

Trump has vowed to strike Venezuela ‘soon’ for months

December 18, 2025
Trump has vowed to strike Venezuela ‘soon’ for months
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

The surprising truth about AI’s impact on jobs

The surprising truth about AI’s impact on jobs

December 18, 2025
The surprising truth about AI’s impact on jobs
Economy|Finance|Health|Political

GOP Rep. Mike Lawler: I was "left with no choice" but to join with Democrats on health care

Lawler and three other House Republicans bucked their party to join with Democrats and force a vote on a three-year extension of Obamacare subsidies.

December 17, 2025
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler: I was "left with no choice" but to join with Democrats on health care
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

Rockets, howitzers and suicide drones: US and Taiwan announce one of their biggest-ever arms deals

Rockets, howitzers and suicide drones: US and Taiwan announce one of their biggest-ever arms deals

December 18, 2025
Rockets, howitzers and suicide drones: US and Taiwan announce one of their biggest-ever arms deals
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Troops will receive $1,776 checks before Christmas, Trump announces

Troops will receive $1,776 checks before Christmas, Trump announces

December 18, 2025
Troops will receive $1,776 checks before Christmas, Trump announces
Economy

FACT FOCUS: Trump's glowing account of progress is at odds with his government's own stats

President Donald Trump has offered a glowing account of progress under his watch in a speech from the White House

December 18, 2025
FACT FOCUS: Trump's glowing account of progress is at odds with his government's own stats
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

The Trump admin is closing a critical research center in Colorado as president spars with the state’s governor

The Trump admin is closing a critical research center in Colorado as president spars with the state’s governor

December 17, 2025
The Trump admin is closing a critical research center in Colorado as president spars with the state’s governor
Business|Economy|Entertainment

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.5 billion after no Wednesday winner

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.5 billion after no Wednesday winner

December 17, 2025
Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.5 billion after no Wednesday winner
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US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington

The U.S. government says the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in a fatal collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation’s capital

December 18, 2025
US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
Economy|World

Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel

President Donald Trump says he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas

December 17, 2025
Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump demands Venezuela pay for seized US oil assets after calling for 'blockade'

President Donald Trump is demanding Venezuela pay for assets that Trump says were stolen from U.S. companies when the South American country nationalized its oil industry years ago

December 17, 2025
Trump demands Venezuela pay for seized US oil assets after calling for 'blockade'
Economy|Political|World

Venezuela’s Maduro says Trump’s comments on land and oil reveal his true motives

Venezuela’s Maduro says Trump’s comments on land and oil reveal his true motives

December 18, 2025
Venezuela’s Maduro says Trump’s comments on land and oil reveal his true motives
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LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is

LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is

December 18, 2025
LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is
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House GOP passes narrow health care package, with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

House GOP passes narrow health care package, with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

December 17, 2025
House GOP passes narrow health care package, with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire
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Israeli PM Netanyahu announces $35 billion gas deal with Egypt as US pushes for summit

Israeli PM Netanyahu announces $35 billion gas deal with Egypt as US pushes for summit

December 17, 2025
Israeli PM Netanyahu announces $35 billion gas deal with Egypt as US pushes for summit
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China sues after Missouri seeks to collect on $25 billion court judgment, prosecutor says

Missouri’s top prosecutor says China is suing after the state pressed federal officials for help collecting on a roughly $25 billion court judgment related to the COVID-19 pandemic

December 17, 2025
China sues after Missouri seeks to collect on $25 billion court judgment, prosecutor says
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Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell launches Hail Mary bid to wipe away her conviction

Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell launches Hail Mary bid to wipe away her conviction

December 17, 2025
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell launches Hail Mary bid to wipe away her conviction
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The oil blockade threat creates anxiety in Venezuela but people stick to their daily lives

U.S. President Donald Trump's announced blockade on sanctioned Venezuelan oil could lead to shortages of food, fuel, and other basic goods in the Latin American nation

December 17, 2025
The oil blockade threat creates anxiety in Venezuela but people stick to their daily lives
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Senators demand AG Pam Bondi recuse herself from Warner Bros. antitrust review

Senators demand AG Pam Bondi recuse herself from Warner Bros. antitrust review

December 17, 2025
Senators demand AG Pam Bondi recuse herself from Warner Bros. antitrust review
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Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration policies limiting lawmakers' access to ICE facilities

A federal judge in the nation’s capital has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from enforcing policies limiting Congress members’ access to immigration detention facilities

December 17, 2025
Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration policies limiting lawmakers' access to ICE facilities
Africa|Economy|Political|World

South Africa briefly held US government personnel on refugee assignment amid fraught relationship

South Africa briefly held US government personnel on refugee assignment amid fraught relationship

December 16, 2025
South Africa briefly held US government personnel on refugee assignment amid fraught relationship
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Some sanctioned oil vessels divert from Venezuela as Trump threatens blockade

Some oil vessels are diverting away from Venezuela after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a “blockade” of sanctioned oil tankers entering or leaving the South American country

December 17, 2025
Some sanctioned oil vessels divert from Venezuela as Trump threatens blockade
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month

More drops for AI stocks dragged the U.S. market to its worst day in nearly a month

December 17, 2025
More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month
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Postal service plans to open last-mile delivery network to more shippers in money-raising move

The U.S. Postal Service says it intends to open its “last-mile” delivery network to large and small shippers, expanding beyond current arrangements with giants such as Amazon and UPS

December 17, 2025
Postal service plans to open last-mile delivery network to more shippers in money-raising move
Economy|Health|Political|US

4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrist Republicans have broken with their party's leadership over health care

December 17, 2025
4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

California threatens Tesla with 30-day suspension of sales license for deceptive self-driving claims

California regulators are threatening to suspend Tesla’s license to sell its electric cars in the state early next year unless the automaker tones down its marketing tactics for its self-driving features after a judge concluded the Elon Musk-led company has been misleading consumers about the technology’s capabilities

December 17, 2025
California threatens Tesla with 30-day suspension of sales license for deceptive self-driving claims
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Obamacare enrollees: Worried about losing the enhanced subsidies? Share your story

Obamacare enrollees: Worried about losing the enhanced subsidies? Share your story

October 26, 2025
Obamacare enrollees: Worried about losing the enhanced subsidies? Share your story
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New plaques on Trump’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ offer pointed descriptions of predecessors

New plaques on Trump’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ offer pointed descriptions of predecessors

December 17, 2025
New plaques on Trump’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ offer pointed descriptions of predecessors
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$1 billion in de minimis tariff revenue has been collected since loophole closed

$1 billion in de minimis tariff revenue has been collected since loophole closed

December 17, 2025
$1 billion in de minimis tariff revenue has been collected since loophole closed
Economy|Education|Environment

States brace for Trump's push to make oil drilling cheap again

A Republican push to make drilling cheaper on federal land is creating new fiscal pressure for states that depend on oil and gas revenue, most notably in New Mexico

December 17, 2025
States brace for Trump's push to make oil drilling cheap again
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

December 17, 2025
Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines
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Senate sends Trump annual defense policy bill without changes to address bipartisan concerns on aircraft safety

Senate sends Trump annual defense policy bill without changes to address bipartisan concerns on aircraft safety

December 17, 2025
Senate sends Trump annual defense policy bill without changes to address bipartisan concerns on aircraft safety
Economy|Health|Political|US

GOP centrists choose nuclear option in fight with Mike Johnson over Obamacare

GOP centrists choose nuclear option in fight with Mike Johnson over Obamacare

December 17, 2025
GOP centrists choose nuclear option in fight with Mike Johnson over Obamacare
Economy|Sports|World

World Cup winner to get $50M from richer prize pool, half of Chelsea's payday at Club World Cup

The winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive $50 million from a $655 million prize pool, FIFA said in announcing record financial rewards for teams in a tournament with ticket prices that have sparked outcries

December 17, 2025
World Cup winner to get $50M from richer prize pool, half of Chelsea's payday at Club World Cup
Business|Economy|Education|Finance

Billionaire Ray Dalio joins push to fund Trump Accounts, pledging $75 million to Connecticut kids

The U.S. Treasury asked major philanthropic donors to contribute to new investment accounts for children Wednesday in part of what Secretary Scott Bessent called a “50 State Challenge” to raise funds for the Trump Accounts program

December 17, 2025
Billionaire Ray Dalio joins push to fund Trump Accounts, pledging $75 million to Connecticut kids
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US

Executives at subprime auto lender Tricolor face fraud charges following bankruptcy

Executives at subprime auto lender Tricolor face fraud charges following bankruptcy

December 17, 2025
Executives at subprime auto lender Tricolor face fraud charges following bankruptcy
Economy|Education|Political|Science|Technology|World

China exploits US-funded research on nuclear technology, a congressional report says

A congressional report says China exploits partnerships with U.S. researchers to give its military access to nuclear technology and other innovations with economic and national security applications

December 17, 2025
China exploits US-funded research on nuclear technology, a congressional report says
Business|Crime|Economy|US

Founder of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings is charged with fraud

The founder of Tricolor Holdings and other company executives have been charged with what federal authorities say was a massive fraud that led to the subprime auto lender's bankruptcy

December 17, 2025
Founder of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings is charged with fraud
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Italy may not support EU-Mercosur free trade deal without changes

Italy has signaled it might not support a major trade deal between the EU and South American countries

December 17, 2025
Italy may not support EU-Mercosur free trade deal without changes
Business|Economy|Finance

What to know now about changes to your 2025 taxes

What to know now about changes to your 2025 taxes

December 17, 2025
What to know now about changes to your 2025 taxes
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

California may halt Tesla sales due to ‘false advertising’ in use of term ‘Autopilot’

California may halt Tesla sales due to ‘false advertising’ in use of term ‘Autopilot’

December 17, 2025
California may halt Tesla sales due to ‘false advertising’ in use of term ‘Autopilot’
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Here’s what’s in the House GOP health care bill

Here’s what’s in the House GOP health care bill

December 15, 2025
Here’s what’s in the House GOP health care bill
Economy|Education|Europe

Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

December 17, 2025
Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

What Americans think about giving cash as holiday gifts, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that most U.S. adults are on board with giving cash or gift cards as holiday presents

December 17, 2025
What Americans think about giving cash as holiday gifts, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Rising electricity prices and an aging grid challenge the nation as data centers demand more power

Energy projects are expensive and take a long time to build. Where to build them is often also a difficult, even controversial, question.

December 17, 2025
Rising electricity prices and an aging grid challenge the nation as data centers demand more power
Business|Economy

2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety and cost concerns

The proposed $85 billion merger of the Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two unions that represent more than half their workers

December 17, 2025
2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety and cost concerns
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens

Protecting places that are likely to remain cool and moist as global temperatures rise can save wildlife of all kinds, but first we have to find them.

December 17, 2025
Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Chevrolet Traverse vs Ford Explorer

Chevrolet versus Ford

December 17, 2025
Chevrolet Traverse vs Ford Explorer
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump’s second term is reshaping US science with unprecedented cuts and destabilizing policy changes

The Trump administration is rewriting the 80-year-old American social contract for science research.

December 17, 2025
Trump’s second term is reshaping US science with unprecedented cuts and destabilizing policy changes
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spanish police evict hundreds of migrants from squat deemed unsafe

Spanish police have evicted orders to clear an abandoned school building where around 400 migrants were living in a squat north of Barcelona

December 17, 2025
Spanish police evict hundreds of migrants from squat deemed unsafe
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UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

The British government says it has given Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich a final chance to hand over 2.5 billion pounds or $3.25 billion to the victims of Russia's war in Ukraine

December 17, 2025
UK gives Abramovich last chance to give Chelsea sale proceeds to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Health

Supreme Court case about ‘crisis pregnancy centers’ highlights debate over truthful advertising standards

There are some 2,500 of these centers across the United States. Many are located within a mile of an abortion provider.

December 17, 2025
Supreme Court case about ‘crisis pregnancy centers’ highlights debate over truthful advertising standards
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion

Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value

Debating whether to step back from a career to take on caregiving responsibilities can be a tough decision – not just financially or emotionally but ethically as well.

December 17, 2025
Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value
Business|Economy|Opinion|Science|Technology

Billionaires with $1 salaries – and other legal tax dodges the ultrawealthy use to keep their riches

The richest Americans can largely avoid paying income and other taxes. A new book explains the history.

December 17, 2025
Billionaires with $1 salaries – and other legal tax dodges the ultrawealthy use to keep their riches
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery advises shareholders to reject Paramount’s offer. But the battle isn’t over

Warner Bros. Discovery advises shareholders to reject Paramount’s offer. But the battle isn’t over

December 17, 2025
Warner Bros. Discovery advises shareholders to reject Paramount’s offer. But the battle isn’t over
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU leaders prepare to take unprecedented steps to help Ukraine at a high-stakes summit

European Union leaders are about to attempt something unprecedented

December 17, 2025
EU leaders prepare to take unprecedented steps to help Ukraine at a high-stakes summit
Business|Economy|World

Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening

Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening

December 17, 2025
Trump promised a blue-collar jobs boom. The opposite is happening
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political

Voters are mad about utility bills. Republicans are blaming some in their own party

Voters are mad about utility bills. Republicans are blaming some in their own party

December 17, 2025
Voters are mad about utility bills. Republicans are blaming some in their own party
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Trump orders blockade of 'sanctioned oil tankers' into Venezuela, ramping up pressure on Maduro

President Donald Trump says he is ordering a blockade of all “sanctioned oil tankers” into Venezuela, ramping up pressure on the country’s authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro

December 16, 2025
Trump orders blockade of 'sanctioned oil tankers' into Venezuela, ramping up pressure on Maduro
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Jared Kushner pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

A private equity firm owned by Jared Kushner says it's no longer backing Paramount’s hostile acquisition bid for Warner Bros

December 17, 2025
Jared Kushner pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump orders ‘total and complete blockade’ of sanctioned oil tankers coming to and leaving Venezuela

Trump orders ‘total and complete blockade’ of sanctioned oil tankers coming to and leaving Venezuela

December 17, 2025
Trump orders ‘total and complete blockade’ of sanctioned oil tankers coming to and leaving Venezuela
Economy|Election|Entertainment|Interview|Political

Marjorie Taylor Greene warns the ‘dam is breaking’ in the GOP and slams Trump for being tone deaf on multiple issues

Marjorie Taylor Greene warns the ‘dam is breaking’ in the GOP and slams Trump for being tone deaf on multiple issues

December 17, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene warns the ‘dam is breaking’ in the GOP and slams Trump for being tone deaf on multiple issues
Economy|Health|Political

House GOP leaders plow ahead with plan that will allow Obamacare subsidies to lapse

House GOP leaders plow ahead with plan that will allow Obamacare subsidies to lapse

December 17, 2025
House GOP leaders plow ahead with plan that will allow Obamacare subsidies to lapse
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Last US cents sold at auction for a sum of $16.76 million were worth a pretty penny

Auction bidders spent top dollar for some of the final pennies to be circulated in the U.S. before the government ended the cent’s production

December 16, 2025
Last US cents sold at auction for a sum of $16.76 million were worth a pretty penny
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Football fans slam "disgraceful" ticket prices for next year's World Cup

The cheapest tickets on offer for the final of the FIFA World Cup in New Jersey cost $4,185. That has prompted outrage from supporters across the world. CNN's Patrick Snell reports.

December 16, 2025
Football fans slam "disgraceful" ticket prices for next year's World Cup
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

16 states sue Trump administration again over billions in withheld electric vehicle charging funds

Sixteen states and the District of Columbia are suing President Donald Trump’s administration for what they say is unlawfully withholding billions of dollars in funding for two electric vehicle charging programs

December 16, 2025
16 states sue Trump administration again over billions in withheld electric vehicle charging funds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street slips as oil prices keep dropping

The U.S. stock market drifted through a mixed day of trading after reports on the economy did little to clear uncertainty about where interest rates may be heading

December 16, 2025
Wall Street slips as oil prices keep dropping
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Vance acknowledges Americans’ economic pain in speech that contrasts with Trump’s tone on affordability

Vance acknowledges Americans’ economic pain in speech that contrasts with Trump’s tone on affordability

December 16, 2025
Vance acknowledges Americans’ economic pain in speech that contrasts with Trump’s tone on affordability
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Texas sues utility company to recover damages from historic wildfire sparked by downed power lines

Texas is suing the utility company whose downed power lines sparked the largest wildfire in state history

December 16, 2025
Texas sues utility company to recover damages from historic wildfire sparked by downed power lines
Economy|Health|Political

Speaker Mike Johnson battles with GOP centrists over expiring health care subsidies

Speaker Mike Johnson battles with GOP centrists over expiring health care subsidies

December 16, 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson battles with GOP centrists over expiring health care subsidies
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Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change

Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change

December 16, 2025
Europe backtracks on ban of new combustion engine cars, in setback to tackling climate change
Economy|Environment|Science|World

From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected

The 20th anniversary of the annual report tracks how sea ice, snow cover and many other vital signs of the Arctic have changed, and the impact that’s having on people and wildlife.

December 16, 2025
From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected
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The No. 1 cause of America’s affordability problem just got worse

The No. 1 cause of America’s affordability problem just got worse

December 16, 2025
The No. 1 cause of America’s affordability problem just got worse
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

'It made me a better mom': Home visiting program delivers support for families

The 74 reports on how trained parent educators help St. Louis parents and caregivers navigate developmental milestones and support kids from birth until kindergarten.

May 01, 2025
'It made me a better mom': Home visiting program delivers support for families
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Former Kenosha County supervisor facing charges for mishandling charity money, drugs

Former Kenosha County supervisor facing charges for mishandling charity money, drugs

December 16, 2025
Former Kenosha County supervisor facing charges for mishandling charity money, drugs
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The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%

The United States gained a decent 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as federal workers departed after cutbacks by the Trump administration, the government said in delayed reports

December 16, 2025
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%
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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Gabby Thomas among those owed six figures by bankrupt Grand Slam Track

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Gabby Thomas, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and four other Olympic medalists are among those owed six-figure sums by Grand Slam Track, the racing league that filed for bankruptcy earlier this month

December 16, 2025
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Gabby Thomas among those owed six figures by bankrupt Grand Slam Track
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Unemployment rate hit a four-year high last month

Unemployment rate hit a four-year high last month

December 16, 2025
Unemployment rate hit a four-year high last month
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

The next frontier in space is closer than you think – welcome to the world of very low Earth orbit satellites

The closer to Earth a satellite flies, the clearer a picture it can take of the surface. But low-flying satellites also have to deal with atmospheric drag.

December 16, 2025
The next frontier in space is closer than you think – welcome to the world of very low Earth orbit satellites
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Retail sales unchanged in October hurt in part by a decline in auto sales

Sales at U.S. retailers and restaurants were unchanged in October from September as consumers moderated their spending amid worries about higher prices and other economic uncertainties after splurging over the summer

December 16, 2025
Retail sales unchanged in October hurt in part by a decline in auto sales
Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

A, B, C or D – grades might not say all that much about what students are actually learning

Grades can magnify inequities that exist in American schools, making it harder for some students to succeed.

December 16, 2025
A, B, C or D – grades might not say all that much about what students are actually learning
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health

Phil and Penny Knight's donation tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of 2025's biggest gifts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s annual list of the biggest charitable donations from individuals or their foundations totals $5 billion in 2025

December 16, 2025
Phil and Penny Knight's donation tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of 2025's biggest gifts
Economy|Health

My prescription costs what?! Pharmacists offer tips that could reduce your out-of-pocket drug costs

High prescription drug costs are leaving many patients frustrated and unable to afford their medications.

December 16, 2025
My prescription costs what?! Pharmacists offer tips that could reduce your out-of-pocket drug costs
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

How rogue nations are capitalizing on gaps in crypto regulation to finance weapons programs

North Korea was behind a $1.5 billion digital bank heist in February 2025. Other countries are similarly stealing crypto to fund nefarious activities.

December 16, 2025
How rogue nations are capitalizing on gaps in crypto regulation to finance weapons programs
Economy|Political|World

Envoys try to narrow gaps on a loan plan for Ukraine ahead of Thursday's crunch EU summit

European Union envoys are fine-tuning a plan to use frozen Russian assets as collateral for a massive loan to support Ukraine over the next two years

December 16, 2025
Envoys try to narrow gaps on a loan plan for Ukraine ahead of Thursday's crunch EU summit
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Los Angeles 2028 organizers promise affordable Olympic tickets amid World Cup controversy

Los Angeles 2028 organizers promise affordable Olympic tickets amid World Cup controversy

December 16, 2025
Los Angeles 2028 organizers promise affordable Olympic tickets amid World Cup controversy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump-related companies soared after the election. One year in, the picture's not so rosy

Trump-related companies and crypto projects exploded when President Trump was reelected. One year in, the picture isn't as rosy. CNN's Matt Egan reports.

December 15, 2025
Trump-related companies soared after the election. One year in, the picture's not so rosy
Economy|Political

Trump administration takes its economic message to Pennsylvania again as Vance heads to swing state

Trump administration takes its economic message to Pennsylvania again as Vance heads to swing state

December 16, 2025
Trump administration takes its economic message to Pennsylvania again as Vance heads to swing state
Business|Economy|Food|World

China puts anti-dumping tariff of up to 19.8% on imports of pork from the EU

China says it will begin imposing anti-dumping duties of up to 19.8% on imports of pork products from the European Union, after a review that could have resulted in tariffs of up to 62.4%

December 16, 2025
China puts anti-dumping tariff of up to 19.8% on imports of pork from the EU
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 34 other countries have formally approved plans to create a compensation body for damages caused by Russia's invasion

December 16, 2025
Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion
Business|Economy|Entertainment

Powerball climbs to estimated $1.25 billion after there were no big winners in Monday’s drawing

Powerball climbs to estimated $1.25 billion after there were no big winners in Monday’s drawing

December 15, 2025
Powerball climbs to estimated $1.25 billion after there were no big winners in Monday’s drawing
Economy|Europe|Political|World

After a year of Trump, EU leaders begrudgingly learn to live with the reality of an unreliable ally

European Union leaders are gathering this week at the end of political year dominated by U.S. President Donald Trump

December 16, 2025
After a year of Trump, EU leaders begrudgingly learn to live with the reality of an unreliable ally
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up

A trade association says new U.S. tariffs increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10% to 15% this year as tree companies reduced their orders and raised prices to cover the higher import taxes

December 16, 2025
Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|US|World

A timeline of Trump's fights with media, including the BBC and Jimmy Kimmel

President Donald Trump’s contentious relationship with news organizations over his time in office has led to a host of legal battles and disputes

December 16, 2025
A timeline of Trump's fights with media, including the BBC and Jimmy Kimmel
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|World

Gary from Zootopia 2 is a hit in China. Now young people are buying venomous pit vipers

Gary from Zootopia 2 is a hit in China. Now young people are buying venomous pit vipers

December 16, 2025
Gary from Zootopia 2 is a hit in China. Now young people are buying venomous pit vipers
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production

Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production

December 15, 2025
Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Infielder Ha-Seong Kim returns to Braves on $20 million, 1-year contract

Shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is returning to the Atlanta Braves

December 16, 2025
Infielder Ha-Seong Kim returns to Braves on $20 million, 1-year contract
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Conservative Kast's victory in Chile suggests a hard-right, pro-Trump surge across Latin America

Chile has become the latest country in Latin America to veer toward the right, electing a deeply conservative veteran politician who has long attracted comparisons to Donald Trump

December 15, 2025
Conservative Kast's victory in Chile suggests a hard-right, pro-Trump surge across Latin America
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STORY REMOVED: US--Aviation Safety

The Associated Press has withdrawn its story about aviation safety

December 15, 2025
STORY REMOVED: US--Aviation Safety
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Crews use sandbags to shore up levee breach near Seattle after failure prompts flood warning

Crews used sandbags to shore up an earthen levee south of Seattle after a small section failed after a week of heavy rains

December 15, 2025
Crews use sandbags to shore up levee breach near Seattle after failure prompts flood warning
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Ford scraps fully-electric F-150 Lightning as mounting losses and falling demand hits EV plans

Ford Motor Co. is pivoting away from its once-ambitious electric vehicle plans amid financial losses and waning consumer demand for the vehicles

December 15, 2025
Ford scraps fully-electric F-150 Lightning as mounting losses and falling demand hits EV plans
Economy|Political|Sports|World

A day at the races: How Venezuelans find joy despite familiar political turmoil

Silk Eyes races past Mr. Thunder at the top of the stretch, thrilling the crowd at a racetrack in Venezuela’s capital

December 15, 2025
A day at the races: How Venezuelans find joy despite familiar political turmoil
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion

Epstein’s victims deserve more attention than his ‘client list’

Powerful men connected to Jeffrey Epstein are named, dissected and speculated about. The survivors, unless they work hard to step forward, remain a blurred mass in the background.

December 15, 2025
Epstein’s victims deserve more attention than his ‘client list’
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology|World

US stocks drift ahead of Tuesday's jobs report

Wall Street drifted through a quiet day of trading, ahead of economic reports this week that could drive where interest rates go

December 15, 2025
US stocks drift ahead of Tuesday's jobs report
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US

Purse pirates: UPS ripped off seasonal workers with unfair pay practices, lawsuit alleges

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit accusing UPS of stealing tens of millions of dollars in pay from seasonal workers who help deliver packages during the busy holiday season

December 15, 2025
Purse pirates: UPS ripped off seasonal workers with unfair pay practices, lawsuit alleges
Business|Crime|Economy

Woman indicted for allegedly stealing $40,000 from bank customers

Woman indicted for allegedly stealing $40,000 from bank customers

December 14, 2025
Woman indicted for allegedly stealing $40,000 from bank customers
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever

Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever

December 15, 2025
Trump says end to Ukraine war closer than ever, but US officials caution security guarantee offers won’t last forever
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|US

US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases

Many U.S. consumers say they’ve noticed higher than usual prices for holiday gifts in recent months, according to a a December poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research

December 15, 2025
US tariffs are having an uneven effect on holiday prices and purchases
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Health

Trump administration says it needs to fight SNAP fraud, but the extent of the problem is unclear

Accusations of widespread fraud are at the heart of the Trump administration's policies on SNAP

December 15, 2025
Trump administration says it needs to fight SNAP fraud, but the extent of the problem is unclear
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

US government launches ‘Tech Force’ to hire AI talent

US government launches ‘Tech Force’ to hire AI talent

December 15, 2025
US government launches ‘Tech Force’ to hire AI talent
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Oakland Mall reinvests empty space to bring entertainment, support organizations

Oakland Mall reinvests empty space to bring entertainment, support organizations

December 15, 2025
Oakland Mall reinvests empty space to bring entertainment, support organizations
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Spain fines Airbnb $75 million for unlicensed tourist rentals

Spain's government has fined Airbnb 64 million euros or $75 million for advertising unlicensed tourist rentals

December 15, 2025
Spain fines Airbnb $75 million for unlicensed tourist rentals
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Farmers and politics threaten to put EU's free-trade deal with South America on ice

France is creating a last-minute hurdle for a major trade deal between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc

December 15, 2025
Farmers and politics threaten to put EU's free-trade deal with South America on ice
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|Science|World

Pardons are political, with modern presidents expanding their use

Trump and Biden have issued pardons at a faster clip than their predecessors. Many of their decisions appear to have been political or personal in nature.

December 15, 2025
Pardons are political, with modern presidents expanding their use
Economy|Education|Health|Science|Technology

How the NIH became the backbone of American medical research and a major driver of innovation and economic growth

The agency’s budget has grown steadily since the 1960s, fueling an industry that creates lifesaving medicines and attracts billions of dollars in investment.

December 15, 2025
How the NIH became the backbone of American medical research and a major driver of innovation and economic growth
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Iran's rial currency plummets to new low, sparking fears of higher food prices

Iran’s rial currency has hit a new record low of over 1.3 million to the U.S. dollar, deepening its collapse amid sanctions and regional tensions

December 15, 2025
Iran's rial currency plummets to new low, sparking fears of higher food prices
Arts|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Christmas trees are more expensive than ever in Colorado — what gives?

Most Christmas trees are imported from other states, which drives up costs.

December 15, 2025
Christmas trees are more expensive than ever in Colorado — what gives?
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option

Seeing more refurbished electronic devices on the market? Thank tech innovation – and the government regulation that sparked it.

December 10, 2025
New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy protection; will be taken private under restructuring

Roomba maker iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, but says that it doesn’t expect any disruptions to devices as the more than 30-year-old company is taken private under a restructuring process

December 15, 2025
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy protection; will be taken private under restructuring
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Serbia organized crime prosecutors charge minister, others in connection with Kushner-linked project

Serbia’s prosecutor for organized crime has charged a government minister and three others with abuse of position and falsifying of documents related to a luxury real estate project linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner

December 15, 2025
Serbia organized crime prosecutors charge minister, others in connection with Kushner-linked project
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

These Trump bets boomed. Now they’re huge busts

These Trump bets boomed. Now they’re huge busts

December 15, 2025
These Trump bets boomed. Now they’re huge busts
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Toxic smog blankets New Delhi, disrupting travel and plunging air quality to hazardous levels

Dense toxic smog has blanketed New Delhi, pushing air pollution levels to their worst levels in weeks and disrupting travel

December 15, 2025
Toxic smog blankets New Delhi, disrupting travel and plunging air quality to hazardous levels
Economy|Health|Political

Congress races against the clock to avert skyrocketing health care costs for millions

Congress races against the clock to avert skyrocketing health care costs for millions

December 14, 2025
Congress races against the clock to avert skyrocketing health care costs for millions
Business|Crime|Economy|Science|Technology

Pilot program using drones helps police respond to emergency calls

Pilot program using drones helps police respond to emergency calls

December 14, 2025
Pilot program using drones helps police respond to emergency calls
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Hassett says Federal Reserve can reject Trump's views if he is chair

A leading candidate to be President Donald Trump’s choice for Federal Reserve chair says he would present the president’s views to Fed officials for their consideration but they could reject them if they chose when making decisions on interest rates

December 14, 2025
Hassett says Federal Reserve can reject Trump's views if he is chair
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

New photos from Epstein estate show Trump, Bill Clinton & others

Kaitlan Collins and Wolf Blitzer report on the photos newly released by House Oversight Committee Democrats.

December 12, 2025
New photos from Epstein estate show Trump, Bill Clinton & others
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|US

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.1 billion after there were no big winners in Saturday’s drawing

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.1 billion after there were no big winners in Saturday’s drawing

December 13, 2025
Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.1 billion after there were no big winners in Saturday’s drawing
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies intensify across Europe

In the past year, tens of thousands hostile to immigrants marched through London chanting “send them home!”

December 14, 2025
Anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies intensify across Europe
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Can the world quit coal?

Nearly a third of all countries worldwide have pledged to phase out their unabated coal-burning power. But China and India are still adding coal plants – for now.

November 14, 2025
Can the world quit coal?
Asia|Business|Economy|World

High-end car sales sink in China as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers

Chinese demand for foreign luxury cars is waning as customers opt for more affordable Chinese brand models

December 14, 2025
High-end car sales sink in China as its economy slows, taking a toll on European automakers
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions

Belarusian authorities have released Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski and key opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova from prison

December 13, 2025
Belarus frees Nobel Prize laureate Bialiatski, opposition figure Kolesnikova as US lifts sanctions
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Some Native Americans draw shocked response over contract to design immigration detention centers

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation that was uprooted from the Great Lakes region in the 1830s is facing widespread outrage over plans to profit from another forced removal

December 13, 2025
Some Native Americans draw shocked response over contract to design immigration detention centers
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political

Skyrocketing ACA premiums force enrollees to make tough decisions

Skyrocketing ACA premiums force enrollees to make tough decisions

November 09, 2025
Skyrocketing ACA premiums force enrollees to make tough decisions
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle

Powerball might have Mega Millions to thank for its latest $1 billion jackpot

Powerball might have Mega Millions to thank for its latest $1 billion jackpot

December 13, 2025
Powerball might have Mega Millions to thank for its latest $1 billion jackpot
Business|Economy|Education|Health

Free child care for all? New Mexico is putting the theory to the test

Free child care for all? New Mexico is putting the theory to the test

December 13, 2025
Free child care for all? New Mexico is putting the theory to the test
Economy|Health

Higher cost, worse coverage: Affordable Care Act enrollees say expiring subsidies will hit them hard

Americans are feeling the strain already with less than three weeks to go until the expiration of COVID-era tax credits that have helped many people pay for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act

December 13, 2025
Higher cost, worse coverage: Affordable Care Act enrollees say expiring subsidies will hit them hard
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle

Expert tips to ease financial pressure and avoid holiday overspending

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to spend money on gifts, parties, and travel this holiday season, you're not alone

December 13, 2025
Expert tips to ease financial pressure and avoid holiday overspending
Business|Economy|World

Iran raises gasoline prices for the first time since deadly 2019 protests

Iran has introduced a new pricing tier for its subsidized gasoline, marking the first price adjustment since 2019

December 13, 2025
Iran raises gasoline prices for the first time since deadly 2019 protests
Americas|Crime|Economy|Environment|US|World

Historic rains and flooding trigger dramatic rescues in Washington state

Record floodwaters are slowly receding in Washington state after triggering evacuations, inundating communities and prompting dramatic rescues from rooftops and vehicles

December 13, 2025
Historic rains and flooding trigger dramatic rescues in Washington state
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political

Democratic former Sen. Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor

Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones has launched his campaign for Alabama governor

December 13, 2025
Democratic former Sen. Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Problems with commercial driver's licenses for immigrants found in 8 states so far

The federal government’s crackdown on commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants has now found problems in eight states in the wake of several deadly crashes

December 13, 2025
Problems with commercial driver's licenses for immigrants found in 8 states so far
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

New York is the 8th state found to have improperly issued commercial driver's licenses to immigrants

The federal government continues to find states improperly issuing commercial driver’s licenses to immigrants that remain valid after their authorization to be in the country expires, putting millions of dollars of funding at risk

December 12, 2025
New York is the 8th state found to have improperly issued commercial driver's licenses to immigrants
Business|Economy|Travel|World

TSA renews push to end collective bargaining agreement for airport security screeners

The Transportation Security Administration is renewing efforts to end a collective bargaining agreement with airport screening officers

December 12, 2025
TSA renews push to end collective bargaining agreement for airport security screeners
Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

Speaker Johnson unveils health care plan as divided Republicans scramble for alternative

The Senate failed to get anywhere on health care this week

December 12, 2025
Speaker Johnson unveils health care plan as divided Republicans scramble for alternative
Business|Economy|Health|Political

House GOP unveils narrow health care package with key deadline looming

House GOP unveils narrow health care package with key deadline looming

December 12, 2025
House GOP unveils narrow health care package with key deadline looming
Crime|Economy|Political|World

US removes Brazilian Supreme Court justice and his wife from sanctions list

The U.S. has removed Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes from its sanctions list

December 12, 2025
US removes Brazilian Supreme Court justice and his wife from sanctions list
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in 3 weeks

More drops for superstar AI stocks knocked Wall Street off its record heights

December 12, 2025
Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in 3 weeks
Business|Economy|Education|World

Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

December 12, 2025
Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
Economy|Environment|Political

FEMA to send Georgia more than $300 million in Hurricane Helene relief after accusations of delays

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced $350 million in funding for relief efforts following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby

December 12, 2025
FEMA to send Georgia more than $300 million in Hurricane Helene relief after accusations of delays
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports

Caitlin Clark says CBA negotiations are the 'biggest moment in the history of the WNBA'

Caitlin Clark understands the gravity of the WNBA’s current collective bargaining negotiations, calling it the biggest moment the league has seen

December 12, 2025
Caitlin Clark says CBA negotiations are the 'biggest moment in the history of the WNBA'
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|US|World

Justice Department sues 4 more states for access to detailed voter data

The U.S. Justice Department is suing four more states as part of its effort to collect detailed voting data and other election information across the country

December 12, 2025
Justice Department sues 4 more states for access to detailed voter data
Economy|Europe|World

EU indefinitely freezes Russian assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine

The European Union has indefinitely frozen Russia’s assets in Europe to ensure that Hungary and Slovakia, both with Moscow-friendly governments, can’t prevent the billions of euros from being used to support Ukraine

December 12, 2025
EU indefinitely freezes Russian assets so Hungary and Slovakia can't veto their use for Ukraine
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

December 12, 2025
Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle

Dozens of cows presumed stolen in Northern Colorado, costing ranchers hundreds of thousands of dollars

Dozens of cows presumed stolen in Northern Colorado, costing ranchers hundreds of thousands of dollars

December 12, 2025
Dozens of cows presumed stolen in Northern Colorado, costing ranchers hundreds of thousands of dollars
Business|Celebrity|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image

The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s control over his public image

December 12, 2025
Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Treasury rachets up investigations targeting Minnesota's Somali community for fraud

The Treasury Department is targeting businesses used to send money abroad as President Donald Trump's administration ramps up investigations into fraud within Minnesota's Somali community

December 12, 2025
Treasury rachets up investigations targeting Minnesota's Somali community for fraud
Economy|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals

Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals

February 15, 2023
Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Chileans are divided in a presidential runoff tilted toward the far right

Chile is heading into a high-stakes presidential runoff defined by sharply contrasting visions of the country’s recent past and visions for its future

December 12, 2025
Chileans are divided in a presidential runoff tilted toward the far right
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian police and National Guard will stay in Ukraine's Donbas postwar, a Kremlin official says

A senior Kremlin official says Russian police and the National Guard will stay on in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas even if a peace settlement ends the war

December 12, 2025
Russian police and National Guard will stay in Ukraine's Donbas postwar, a Kremlin official says
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy

Although some high-speed rail has been built in the northeastern US, the rest of the country has almost none.

December 02, 2025
High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Political|US

Killing the penny was just the start. Trump is rewriting the rules on America’s coins

Killing the penny was just the start. Trump is rewriting the rules on America’s coins

December 12, 2025
Killing the penny was just the start. Trump is rewriting the rules on America’s coins
Business|Economy|Sports

Owing more between $10M and $50M, Grand Slam Track files for bankruptcy; Johnson vows to press on

Grand Slam Track, the league fronted by sprint great Michael Johnson that offered six-figure prize money for top runners, has filed for bankruptcy after canceling its final event and failing to pay athletes and vendors

December 12, 2025
Owing more between $10M and $50M, Grand Slam Track files for bankruptcy; Johnson vows to press on
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Hunger and makeshift shelters persist in north Caribbean nearly 2 months after Hurricane Melissa

The Atlantic hurricane season may be over

December 12, 2025
Hunger and makeshift shelters persist in north Caribbean nearly 2 months after Hurricane Melissa
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US seizure of rogue oil tanker off Venezuela signals new crackdown on shadow fleet

The recent seizure of an oil tanker known as Skipper by the U.S. off the coast of Venezuela marks a dramatic escalation of President Donald Trump’s campaign to choke off Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro’s access to oil revenues

December 11, 2025
US seizure of rogue oil tanker off Venezuela signals new crackdown on shadow fleet
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Danish intelligence report warns of US military threat under Trump

A Danish intelligence agency report has warned that the United States is using its economic power to assert its will and threaten military force against both allies and adversaries

December 12, 2025
Danish intelligence report warns of US military threat under Trump
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Threat of equine virus looms over major rodeo event in Las Vegas

Every year the annual National Finals Rodeo draws thousands to Las Vegas for two weeks of rodeo competitions

December 12, 2025
Threat of equine virus looms over major rodeo event in Las Vegas
Business|Economy

Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now

Tariffs are taxes on imports, but the costs don’t stay at the border.

December 11, 2025
Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Travel

Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season

The holiday season means time with family and new memories, but it can also mean lots of spending — sometimes too much

December 12, 2025
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance

Donor-advised funds have more money than ever – and direct more of it to politically active charities

When foundations make grants to DAFs, the digital trail normally created instead becomes a dead end.

December 12, 2025
Donor-advised funds have more money than ever – and direct more of it to politically active charities
Business|Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

Data centers need electricity fast, but utilities need years to build power plants – who should pay?

How many data centers will be built – and how much electricity they’ll need – is uncertain. Being prepared costs money, but so does being unprepared.

December 12, 2025
Data centers need electricity fast, but utilities need years to build power plants – who should pay?
Economy|US

Collins presses Leavitt about mixed messaging on the economy

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt grew defensive over the White House’s handling of the economy in exchanges with reporters Thursday, standing by President Donald Trump’s comments that parents should “give up” certain products this Christmas if they have affordability concerns and insisting things have improved under Trump’s watch. The exchange kicked off when CNN’s Kaitlan Collins asked about the president's comment Tuesday to an audience in Pennsylvania about cutting back on purchases. “You don’t need 37 dolls for your daughter. Two or three is nice,” the president said.

December 11, 2025
Collins presses Leavitt about mixed messaging on the economy
Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services

A national strike called by Italy’s largest trade union in protest against the government’s budget plans has widely disrupted transportation, health and school services across the country

December 12, 2025
Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services
Economy

This holiday season isn't very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds this holiday season isn’t quite so merry for American shoppers as large shares of them are dipping into savings, scouring for bargains and feeling like the overall economy is stuck in a rut under President Donald Trump

December 12, 2025
This holiday season isn't very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Russia's Central Bank sues Belgian financial institution as EU mulls using Moscow's frozen assets

Russia’s Central Bank says it has filed a lawsuit against Belgian financial institution Euroclear

December 12, 2025
Russia's Central Bank sues Belgian financial institution as EU mulls using Moscow's frozen assets
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Oklahoma Black Lives Matter leader indicted for fraud, money laundering

The longtime leader of the Black Lives Matter movement in Oklahoma City has been indicted for fraud and money laundering

December 11, 2025
Oklahoma Black Lives Matter leader indicted for fraud, money laundering
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House Republicans throw federal labor unions a lifeline in a rare rebuke of Trump

House Republicans throw federal labor unions a lifeline in a rare rebuke of Trump

December 12, 2025
House Republicans throw federal labor unions a lifeline in a rare rebuke of Trump
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US lottery jackpots used to never reach $1 billion. They’ve done it 12 times in the last 5 years

US lottery jackpots used to never reach $1 billion. They’ve done it 12 times in the last 5 years

December 12, 2025
US lottery jackpots used to never reach $1 billion. They’ve done it 12 times in the last 5 years
Business|Economy|World

Black-market oil buyers will push Venezuela for bigger discounts following US seizure – starving Maduro of much-needed revenue

Venezuela relies on the black-market oil trade for a large chunk of its revenue. US enforcement actions may push down the price it can charge, further squeezing the country’s economy.

December 12, 2025
Black-market oil buyers will push Venezuela for bigger discounts following US seizure – starving Maduro of much-needed revenue
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology|US

Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves

Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal

December 12, 2025
Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves
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A major strike in Portugal severely disrupts travel and public services

A strike called by Portugal’s two main trade union confederations has caused severe travel disruption and forced the cancellation of many medical appointments and school classes

December 11, 2025
A major strike in Portugal severely disrupts travel and public services
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US sanctions Maduro family members and ships it says move Venezuelan oil, a day after seizing tanker

US sanctions Maduro family members and ships it says move Venezuelan oil, a day after seizing tanker

December 12, 2025
US sanctions Maduro family members and ships it says move Venezuelan oil, a day after seizing tanker
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump determined to advance Gaza ceasefire deal as Israeli forces dig in

Trump determined to advance Gaza ceasefire deal as Israeli forces dig in

December 12, 2025
Trump determined to advance Gaza ceasefire deal as Israeli forces dig in
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Spectacular loss by Honduras' governing party spurs reflection and criticism

Honduras’ governing LIBRE party experienced a spectacular collapse in the presidential election, going from more than 50% of the vote four years ago to less than 20% this time

December 12, 2025
Spectacular loss by Honduras' governing party spurs reflection and criticism
Crime|Economy|Election

Ryan Crosswell quit Trump's DOJ. Now his resignation letter is part of his stump speech for Congress

Ryan Crosswell, a former federal prosecutor, is running for Congress after resigning when the Trump administration dropped corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

December 12, 2025
Ryan Crosswell quit Trump's DOJ. Now his resignation letter is part of his stump speech for Congress
Economy|Election|Finance|US|World

Trump led Republicans to power in 2024. But 2026 could be a different story

President Donald Trump has successfully harnessed voter anxiety over the economy, immigration and crime to retake the White House

December 12, 2025
Trump led Republicans to power in 2024. But 2026 could be a different story
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

SNAP benefits have been cut and disrupted – causing more kids to go without enough healthy food and harming child development

Having stable access to nutritious food sets children up for better mental and physical health into adulthood.

November 14, 2025
SNAP benefits have been cut and disrupted – causing more kids to go without enough healthy food and harming child development
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?

Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?

December 12, 2025
Trump’s security strategy is making a hard pivot on China. Why now?
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada's Liberals are one shy of a majority government after another Conservative defects

A Canadian Conservative lawmaker has defected from his party and joined Prime Minister Mark Carney’s governing Liberals

December 11, 2025
Canada's Liberals are one shy of a majority government after another Conservative defects
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Federal judge orders FEMA to restore billions in canceled disaster mitigation funding

A federal judge in Massachusetts has ordered the Trump administration to restore billions in canceled FEMA disaster mitigation funding

December 12, 2025
Federal judge orders FEMA to restore billions in canceled disaster mitigation funding
Business|Economy|Technology

Appeals court backs contempt finding against Apple, but reopens a door for iPhone app fees

A federal appeals court on Thursday backed a ruling that held Apple in civil contempt for brazenly defying an order designed to open its iPhone app store to other payment systems besides its own, but the decision also reopened a door for the company to collect commission from the rival options

December 12, 2025
Appeals court backs contempt finding against Apple, but reopens a door for iPhone app fees
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

China's new 'condom tax' draws skepticism and worries over health risks

China will soon start collecting a value-added tax on contraceptive drugs and products for the first time in over 30 years

December 12, 2025
China's new 'condom tax' draws skepticism and worries over health risks
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Indiana Republicans defy Trump and reject his House redistricting push in the state

In a resounding rejection of a pressure campaign from the White House, Indiana Republican Senators voted down a new congressional map created to give the GOP an advantage in the upcoming 2026 election

December 11, 2025
Indiana Republicans defy Trump and reject his House redistricting push in the state
Economy|Political|Science|Technology

Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI

Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI

December 12, 2025
Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

New coins will commemorate 250th anniversary of American independence. Here's how they'll look

The U.S. Mint has unveiled designs for coins commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence

December 11, 2025
New coins will commemorate 250th anniversary of American independence. Here's how they'll look
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

The Latest: Senate rejects legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits

The Senate has rejected two partisan health bills on expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year

December 11, 2025
The Latest: Senate rejects legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Technology

Crypto mogul Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years in prison for $40 billion stablecoin fraud

Onetime cryptocurrency mogul Do Kwon has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after a $40 billion crash revealed his crypto ecosystem to be a fraud

December 11, 2025
Crypto mogul Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years in prison for $40 billion stablecoin fraud
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

How the IRS' crime-fighting force took on immigration and other issues in 2025

The IRS Criminal Investigations unit is doing more than just cracking down on tax evaders

December 11, 2025
How the IRS' crime-fighting force took on immigration and other issues in 2025
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash

Senators from both parties are pushing to change a defense bill after crash investigators and victims' families warned it could undo key safety reforms

December 11, 2025
Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Justice Department again fails to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, AP sources say

A grand jury has declined for a second time in a week to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James

December 11, 2025
Justice Department again fails to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, AP sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

A meeting meant to launch FEMA reforms is abruptly canceled

A presidentially appointed council's meeting to announce reforms to FEMA was unexpectedly canceled, according to two people familiar with the matter

December 11, 2025
A meeting meant to launch FEMA reforms is abruptly canceled
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue

Wall Street set records, even as a sell-off for Oracle and worries about a potential bubble in artificial-intelligence technology weighed on the market

December 11, 2025
The US stock market hits record highs, even as worries about an AI bubble continue
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

December 11, 2025
US sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro's 3 nephews as pressure campaign ratchets up
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|Travel

After Airbus issue, DOT says airlines don't have to cover passenger expenses amid aircraft recalls

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued new guidance stating airlines don't have to cover passenger expenses like meals or lodging when a flight is canceled or significantly delayed by an aircraft recall

December 11, 2025
After Airbus issue, DOT says airlines don't have to cover passenger expenses amid aircraft recalls
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|US

Director convicted of scamming $11M from Netflix and going on lavish spending spree

A Hollywood director has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized, while he instead used the cash for lavish purchases that included several Rolls-Royces, a Ferrari and about $1 million in mattresses and luxury bedding

December 11, 2025
Director convicted of scamming $11M from Netflix and going on lavish spending spree
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|US

US national park gift shops ordered to purge merchandise promoting DEI

The Trump administration is expanding its crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion by ordering national parks to remove certain items from gift shops

December 11, 2025
US national park gift shops ordered to purge merchandise promoting DEI
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says

December 11, 2025
US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|US|World

Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

December 11, 2025
Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for looser regulations for the U.S. financial system

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is proposing changes to the Financial Stability Oversight Council

December 11, 2025
Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for looser regulations for the U.S. financial system
Economy|Health|Political

The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here's what's at stake for Americans

Hopes for solving a major health insurance issue are fading in Washington

December 11, 2025
The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here's what's at stake for Americans
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums

December 11, 2025
A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher this week, though it remains relatively near its low point so far this year

December 11, 2025
Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says negotiators are tackling territorial issues in U.S.-led peace talks with Russia

December 11, 2025
Zelenskyy says US-led peace talks wrestling with Russian demands for Ukrainian territory
Business|Economy

Farmers will get more money from Trump. They still have more problems

American farmers are feeling the strain from trade disputes under President Donald Trump, particularly with China

December 11, 2025
Farmers will get more money from Trump. They still have more problems
Economy|Political|World

Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone

Bulgaria’s government has resigned as mass protests gripped the country just weeks before it’s due to join the eurozone

December 11, 2025
Bulgaria's government resigns after mass protests and just weeks before nation due to join eurozone
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Time picked a rough day to announce its ‘Person of the Year’

Time picked a rough day to announce its ‘Person of the Year’

December 11, 2025
Time picked a rough day to announce its ‘Person of the Year’
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

How one Florida program reduced preterm births – and how it could serve as a model for other communities

Central Hillsborough Healthy Start offers a model of community care that helps to prevent premature births.

December 11, 2025
How one Florida program reduced preterm births – and how it could serve as a model for other communities
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?

Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?

December 11, 2025
Ukraine’s gloves are off in its energy war with Russia. How much can it increase the pressure?
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection

A diverse team of researchers, concerned that the global elder care crisis cannot be addressed by the market or the state alone, are seeking creative solutions.

December 11, 2025
Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities

Polytechnic universities try to incorporate skills-based learning into education.

December 11, 2025
Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Even with Trump’s support, coal power remains expensive – and dangerous

The Trump administration has made several efforts to support the coal industry, but even if coal were free, the economics aren’t in its favor.

December 11, 2025
Even with Trump’s support, coal power remains expensive – and dangerous
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000 last week as concerns about labor market persist

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week, but remain in the same historically healthy range of the past few years despite growing concern over the health of the labor market

December 11, 2025
US jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000 last week as concerns about labor market persist
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections

The European Union has handed Ukraine a list of reforms needed to join the bloc

December 11, 2025
EU pushes Ukraine membership bid forward despite Hungary's objections
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling

A new AP-NORC poll finds President Donald Trump’s approval on the economy has fallen substantially since he reentered the White House

December 11, 2025
Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say

Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress’ Joint Economic Committee

December 10, 2025
Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

December 11, 2025
Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability
Business|Economy|Finance

Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden

Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden

December 11, 2025
Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

December 11, 2025
Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal
Business|Economy|World

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

December 11, 2025
It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

December 10, 2025
US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast
Economy|Education|World

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions

Some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges have been enrolling record numbers of low-income students as campuses prioritize economic diversity in the wake of a ban on affirmative action

December 11, 2025
Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

December 11, 2025
‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
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Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022

December 10, 2025
Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Coca-Cola names a company veteran as its new CEO

Coca-Cola said Wednesday that its chief operating officer will become its next CEO in the first quarter of 2026

December 11, 2025
Coca-Cola names a company veteran as its new CEO
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FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple

As President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package this week to help U.S. farmers hurt by tariffs, he placed responsibility for the U.S. agricultural trade deficit on former President Joe Biden

December 11, 2025
FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple
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Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump says the United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of President Nicolás Maduro

December 10, 2025
Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing

December 11, 2025
Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show

Aid deliveries into Gaza are falling short of the amount agreed upon in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

December 10, 2025
Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level

The U.S. suicide rate has fallen after years of hovering at some of the highest levels ever reported, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

December 10, 2025
US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level
Business|Economy|Environment

First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies

Oil companies have offered $300 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico in the first offshore lease sale for the region since 2023

December 10, 2025
First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year

The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row Wednesday but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months

December 10, 2025
Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year
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Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

December 10, 2025
Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump calls affordability a hoax again in insult-ridden speech

President Donald Trump traveled to Pennsylvania to tout his economic agenda and try to allay voters’ cost of living concerns.

December 10, 2025
Trump calls affordability a hoax again in insult-ridden speech
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more

The U.S. stock market neared its all-time high after the Federal Reserve cut its main interest rate to bolster the job market, and hopes strengthened for more cuts to come in 2026

December 10, 2025
US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more
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A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

December 10, 2025
A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans

The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans

December 10, 2025
The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years

December 10, 2025
What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you
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Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

December 10, 2025
Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means
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Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing

Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing

December 10, 2025
Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing
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USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job

USA Today's editor in chief, Caren Bohan, is out of the job she's held for a little more than a year

December 10, 2025
USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more

Rain has finally fallen in Iran's capital after months of drought

December 10, 2025
First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

December 10, 2025
Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again

Mega billionaire Elon Musk said his efforts leading the Department of Government Efficiency were only “somewhat successful” and he would not do it over again

December 10, 2025
Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again
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US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case

U.S. prosecutors have told the Supreme Court that they want to give up their fight to preserve the convictions of a former Fox executive and a South American sports media company in a corruption case related to the TV rights for international soccer tournaments

December 10, 2025
US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

December 10, 2025
'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
Business|Economy|Health|US

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

December 10, 2025
Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Travel

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

December 10, 2025
Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

December 10, 2025
Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on

The language of politicians has become more vulgar in recent years

December 10, 2025
WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|US

NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice

NASCAR Chairman Jim France has testified in a federal antitrust lawsuit involving Michael Jordan's racing team

December 10, 2025
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

December 10, 2025
Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials

The mass adoption of new technologies drives demand for rare and complex materials used in their manufacture.

December 10, 2025
From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows

Girls are at an even greater risk of early substance use than boys.

December 10, 2025
Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality

There are better ways for teams to cut their climate impact.

December 10, 2025
From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads

Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads

December 10, 2025
Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads
Business|Economy|Finance

December is a great time to buy a new car and this is why

If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, the remaining weeks of December could be a great time to buy

December 10, 2025
December is a great time to buy a new car and this is why
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

December 10, 2025
Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline

Dozens of people have been killed in a drone strike against Sudan’s largest oil processing facility carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces

December 10, 2025
Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline
Business|Economy|Environment

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

December 10, 2025
A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter
Economy|Political|US

Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability

Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability

December 10, 2025
Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues

Paramount Skydance says that the Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent Holdings withdrew from its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery to avert a national security review

December 10, 2025
Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology|World

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts or deep-faked celebrities endorsing food or pharmaceutical products on social media

December 10, 2025
South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote

Opponents of Missouri’s new congressional map have submitted thousands of petition signatures calling for a statewide vote on the plan backed by President Donald Trump

December 09, 2025
Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
Business|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina could be federally recognized through the National Defense Authorization Act the House plans to vote on this week

December 09, 2025
Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict

Cambodia and Thailand are engaged in renewed fighting, forcing tens of thousands to flee border areas

December 09, 2025
Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries

At a nighttime event in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump tried to emphasize his focus on combating inflation, although the issue couldn't quite command his full attention

December 09, 2025
Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries
Economy|Science|Technology|World

The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally

President Donald Trump road-tested his claims that he’s tackling Americans’ affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania

December 09, 2025
The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally
Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week

December 09, 2025
Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayor’s race over a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump

December 09, 2025
Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says

A leader of the West African regional bloc says coups and attempted coups have left the region in a state of emergency

December 09, 2025
West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony

A planned news conference by Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has been canceled after a several-hour delay, a day before Wednesday's award ceremony in Oslo

December 09, 2025
Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony
Business|Economy|Sports

Kyle Schwarber stays with Philadelphia Phillies, agrees to $150 million, 5-year contract

Kyle Schwarber is staying with the Philadelphia Phillies, agreeing to a $150 million, five-year contract

December 09, 2025
Kyle Schwarber stays with Philadelphia Phillies, agrees to $150 million, 5-year contract
Business|Economy|Education

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

December 09, 2025
Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

December 09, 2025
Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Gerrymandering is spreading across US states after Trump pushed for new congressional districts

A gerrymandering battle is spreading among states after President Donald Trump pushed for new U.S. House districts ahead of next year's elections

December 01, 2025
Gerrymandering is spreading across US states after Trump pushed for new congressional districts
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Food|Stock Markets

Cracker Barrel lowers revenue forecast as traffic falls after logo blowup

Cracker Barrel posted lower-than-expected sales in its fiscal first quarter and lowered its revenue forecast for the year as it continued to feel the fallout from a botched plan to revamp its logo and restaurants

December 09, 2025
Cracker Barrel lowers revenue forecast as traffic falls after logo blowup
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday

U.S. stocks largely held in place as Wall Street waits to hear what the Federal Reserve will say about interest rates

December 09, 2025
US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country plans to send more water to the U.S., but not immediately

December 09, 2025
Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges

Illinois has a new law shielding immigrants from federal enforcement near courthouses, hospitals, university campuses, and day cares

December 09, 2025
Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|World

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years

December 09, 2025
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit

OpenAI has appointed Slack CEO Denise Dresser as its first chief of revenue

December 09, 2025
OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit
Business|Economy|Technology

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

December 09, 2025
Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes
Crime|Economy|Sports|World

Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering

Argentine federal police have raided the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association and at least 17 soccer clubs

December 09, 2025
Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on four people and four firms for allegedly recruiting former Colombian military members to train soldiers for Sudan's Rapid Support Forces

December 09, 2025
US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary
Business|Economy|World

European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test

European Union leaders have committed to funding Ukraine's economic and military needs for the next two years

December 09, 2025
European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test
Business|Economy|World

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

December 09, 2025
America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|World

More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe

More people are turning to GoFundMe for help with basic needs such as housing and food

December 08, 2025
More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in at 7.7 million amid uncertainty over the direction of the American economy

December 09, 2025
U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves

Industry leaders have objected to reversals of long-standing policies, and market forces are moving against the Trump administration’s hopes.

December 09, 2025
US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure

Microsoft has announced its largest-ever Asia investment of $17.5 billion in India to enhance cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure over the next four years

December 09, 2025
Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

December 09, 2025
McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

December 09, 2025
6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong
Economy|Education

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether

Not letting undocumented students pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities can make the cost of a college education prohibitive.

December 09, 2025
Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

December 09, 2025
Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction

December 09, 2025
UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI

The European Union is investigating Google for potential antitrust violations related to its AI models

December 09, 2025
Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
Business|Economy

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

December 09, 2025
Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why
Business|Economy|Election|Finance

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

December 09, 2025
Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message
Business|Economy|Education|World

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

December 09, 2025
Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report
Business|Economy|Finance

Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds

The Federal Reserve faces an unusually contentious meeting this week that will test Chair Jerome Powell’s ability to corral the necessary support from fellow policymakers for a third straight interest rate cut

December 08, 2025
Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds
Economy

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

December 09, 2025
Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new prime minister following October’s parliamentary election

December 09, 2025
Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister
Asia|Business|Economy|World

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms

The International Monetary Fund says it has approved the release of $1.2 billion to Pakistan, giving the cash-strapped country a fresh boost as it works to recover from one of its worst economic crises in years

December 09, 2025
IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

December 08, 2025
Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

December 08, 2025
Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China

President Donald Trump says he will allow Nvidia to sell its H200 computer chip used in the development of artificial intelligence to “approved customers” in China

December 08, 2025
Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros

December 08, 2025
What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Economy|Political|World

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

December 09, 2025
Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|US

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members

The U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies, signaling support for President Donald Trump’s firing of board members

December 08, 2025
The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China

President Donald Trump is giving farmers some $12 billion in aid to help as they struggle to sell their crops while getting hit by rising costs

December 08, 2025
Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports

Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case

An economist testified in Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust trial against NASCAR that the racing series owes a combined $364.7 million in damages to the two teams suing it over a revenue-sharing dispute

December 08, 2025
Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights

Angry farmers protesting delays in the payment of subsidies have swarmed onto an airport tarmac on the southern Greek island of Crete

December 08, 2025
Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor

PepsiCo plans to cut prices and eliminate some of its products under a deal with an activist investor announced Monday

December 08, 2025
PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

December 08, 2025
Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team

Incoming Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel is assembling his team to help him lead the conglomerate Warren Buffett built starting in January after a couple of key departures

December 08, 2025
Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides

Benin's government has said Sunday's short-lived coup left “casualties on both sides” of the government forces and the mutinous soldiers

December 08, 2025
Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch

Chief sustainability officer of IKEA Australia and New Zealand, Mirja Viinanen, joins Elex Michaelson to share details about the new store in New Zealand. Plus, Michaelson asks Viinanen if she can put together IKEA products herself.

December 04, 2025
Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street pulls back from its record heights

U.S. stocks pulled away from their record heights

December 08, 2025
Wall Street pulls back from its record heights
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds

An innovative study mapped preterm births, low birth weights and infant mortality to municipal water wells downstream from PFAS-contaminated sites. The results show the high cost of PFAS harm.

December 08, 2025
PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey

President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, Alina Habba, announced her resignation as acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey

December 08, 2025
Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he has divested from his North Dakota soybean farmland

December 08, 2025
Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers
Business|Economy|Technology

Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing has completed its $4.7 billion purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier that builds fuselages for its 737 Max jetliners

December 08, 2025
Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

December 08, 2025
Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets

What is a hostile takeover bid?

What is a hostile takeover bid?

December 08, 2025
What is a hostile takeover bid?
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years

While hospital CEO salaries and health insurance premiums have increased, health care quality has not.

December 08, 2025
Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination

US industries have traditionally consolidated into 3 to 5 main players. When it comes to streaming, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney are the top trio.

December 08, 2025
Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination
Business|Economy|Political

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

December 08, 2025
Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade

December 08, 2025
The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges
Economy|Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

December 08, 2025
A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom
Economy|Science|Technology

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

December 08, 2025
Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium

Pollstar has ranked the top 25 “Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium” based on ticket sales from Jan. 1, 2001, to the end of 2025

December 08, 2025
Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

December 08, 2025
Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help
Business|Economy|Finance|Science

How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’

Recent news reports highlighted how the Fed technically has a third mandate – moderate long-term interest rates. An economist explains how the objective is already baked into the other two.

December 08, 2025
How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal

IBM has announced it's acquiring data streaming platform Confluent in an $11 billion deal

December 08, 2025
IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

December 08, 2025
Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup

Michael R

December 08, 2025
Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

December 08, 2025
Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's exports returned to growth in November after an unexpected contraction in October, pushing its trade surplus for 2025 past the $1 trillion mark for the first time

December 08, 2025
China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

December 08, 2025
How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course
Economy|Health|Political

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act

December 08, 2025
Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

December 08, 2025
Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns

Democratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections

December 08, 2025
Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022

December 07, 2025
Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record

“Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” is dominating the box office in its opening weekend in North America

December 07, 2025
Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record
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Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

December 07, 2025
Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees
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Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta

An exhibit opening Monday in Atlanta shows a historical marker from the site of a 1918 lynching that was repeatedly vandalized

December 07, 2025
Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

December 06, 2025
Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center
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Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

December 07, 2025
Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say
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Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

December 07, 2025
Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’
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Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

December 07, 2025
Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory
Business|Economy|Travel

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

December 07, 2025
Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and triggering air raid alerts

December 06, 2025
Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue
Business|Economy|Education|Sports

Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress

Big 12 Commission Brett Yormark says legislation currently stalled in Congress is needed to regulate college athletics and put a stop to what he essentially calls uncapped spending for name, image and likeness in football

December 06, 2025
Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress
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Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near

Mike Duggan is stepping down as Detroit mayor at the end of the year after three terms in office

December 06, 2025
Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near
Economy|Political|World

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

December 06, 2025
Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord
Economy|Health|Political|World

Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment

Qatar’s prime minister says the Gaza ceasefire has reached a “critical moment” as its first phase winds down

December 06, 2025
Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment
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The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump

Chief Justice John Roberts has led the Supreme Court’s conservative majority on a steady march of increasing the power of the presidency

December 06, 2025
The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump
Asia|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

December 06, 2025
Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia
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What the heck is going on at Apple?

What the heck is going on at Apple?

December 06, 2025
What the heck is going on at Apple?
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How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

December 06, 2025
How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives
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Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

December 06, 2025
Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into whether U.S. airlines complied with an emergency order to cut flights at 40 major airports during the recent government shutdown

December 06, 2025
FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
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Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana

Federal border agents have descended on a Hispanic enclave just outside New Orleans, and local business owners are suffering

December 05, 2025
Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help

A man clinging to a tree on the Guadalupe River and screaming for a helicopter rescue

December 05, 2025
911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help
Business|Economy

What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott

The Montgomery Bus Boycott is marking its 70th anniversary

December 05, 2025
What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott
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Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96

Roy Kramer, who as commissioner of the Southeastern Conference helped transform the league into a national power while reshaping the entire sport of college football, has died

December 05, 2025
Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|Technology

Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'

Michael Jordan has testified in a landmark NASCAR antitrust case, stating he felt compelled to sue to force changes in a business model he believes shortchanges teams and drivers

December 05, 2025
Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'
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Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel

A former DEA agent and an associate have been charged with conspiring to launder millions of dollars and obtain weapons for a Mexican drug cartel

December 05, 2025
Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel
Economy

Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high

The U.S. stock market rose to the edge of its all-time high

December 05, 2025
Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.

Netflix's $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros

December 05, 2025
Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.
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The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you

The Social Security Administration plans to cut foot traffic to its field offices by 50% next year

December 05, 2025
The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago

U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand

December 05, 2025
US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago
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Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw

President Donald Trump has finally met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

December 05, 2025
Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion

Netflix has struck a deal to buy Warner Bros

December 05, 2025
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday

December 05, 2025
Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|US

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts

Florida’s Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state’s coast

December 05, 2025
Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand

Georgia's largest utility wants to spend more than $15 billion to increase its electricity capacity by 50% over the next six years to serve data centers

December 05, 2025
Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand
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The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order on birthright citizenship

December 05, 2025
The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution
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Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an annual summit, focusing on diversifying economic ties

December 05, 2025
Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties
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"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

December 05, 2025
"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it

President Donald Trump this week announced plans to weaken strict gas mileage requirements for automakers set under former President Joe Biden

December 05, 2025
FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it
Business|Economy|Technology

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

December 05, 2025
Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump has come out with a new national security strategy that paints European allies as weak and aims to reassert America’s dominance in the Western Hemisphere

December 05, 2025
Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

December 05, 2025
Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

December 05, 2025
Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport

Riot police have fired tear gas at farmers attempting to block the main access road to the international airport in Greece’s second-largest city Thessaloniki

December 05, 2025
Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport
Business|Economy|Environment

In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry

The Cooper family has worked in the coal industry in Colorado for generations

December 05, 2025
In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

December 05, 2025
Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO
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Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies

When President Donald Trump suspended the refugee program, he left thousands stranded worldwide

December 05, 2025
Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies
Economy|Health|Political

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

December 05, 2025
Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances

Pope Leo XIV has taken his biggest step yet to correct one of Pope Francis’ more problematic financial moves

December 05, 2025
Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances
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Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

December 05, 2025
Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports

India’s aviation watchdog has temporarily rolled back restrictions on airline crew duty hours

December 05, 2025
India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

December 05, 2025
Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns
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Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions

Minutes after police approached Luigi Mangione in a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, he told an officer he didn’t want to talk

December 04, 2025
Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions
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MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026

The Major League Baseball Players' Association has gathered Arizona to discuss the future of the game and look ahead to a possible lockout next December

December 04, 2025
MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026
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NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case

The attorney for two teams suing NASCAR has described series chairman Jim France as a "brick wall" in negotiations over a new revenue-sharing model

December 04, 2025
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case
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Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week

Rank-and-file Republicans in the House are increasingly going public with anger towards their leadership

December 04, 2025
Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal

President Donald Trump praised the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda for their courage as they signed onto a deal aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Congo

December 04, 2025
Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal
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US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally

The U.S. Treasury has imposed a $7 million fine on a New York property management firm for allegedly violating Russia-related sanctions

December 04, 2025
US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high

The U.S. stock market held near its records in a quiet day of trading

December 04, 2025
Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

December 04, 2025
Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms
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Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

December 04, 2025
Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals
Economy|Health|Political

Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll

A new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care

December 04, 2025
Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll
Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|US

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

December 04, 2025
'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance

A strong quarter at Build-A-Bear Workshop in a bounce back year for the retailer was overshadowed by the growing weight of tariffs in an ongoing trade war waged by President Donald Trump

December 04, 2025
Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance
Business|Economy|US|World

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

December 04, 2025
New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards

President Trump says loosening U.S. fuel economy standards will save car buyers $900 up front, but as Paula Newton and Bill Weir discuss, they may face higher costs at the fuel pump.

December 03, 2025
Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

December 04, 2025
Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires
Business|Crime|Economy|US|World

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

December 04, 2025
Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans

President Donald Trump plans to visit Pennsylvania next week to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation

December 04, 2025
Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India to strengthen economic and bilateral ties

December 04, 2025
Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties
Business|Economy|Education|Political

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

December 04, 2025
Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

December 04, 2025
The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs
Economy|Health|World

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

December 04, 2025
Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines

Britain and Norway have announced joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables from Russia

December 04, 2025
UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

December 04, 2025
Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade

China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade

December 04, 2025
China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows

Thai consumer confidence rose for a third consecutive month in November to reach its highest level in six months, helped by government policies and support for domestic

December 04, 2025
Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage

Venmo says that an issue impacting the payment service has been fixed and it is “back up and running,” after users reported trouble sending and receiving money

December 04, 2025
Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday there was uncertainty on how far the central bank could raise interest rates due to the difficulty of

December 04, 2025
BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up
Economy|Travel|World

Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules

French President Emmanuel Macron met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, seeking stronger commercial ties, as the European Union prepares to toughen up its

December 04, 2025
Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules
Economy|Education|Political|Science|World

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

December 04, 2025
US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high

The U.S. dollar was soft on Thursday after lacklustre economic data cemented the case for a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, providing relief

December 04, 2025
Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky

The European Union has unveiled a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine over the next two years

December 03, 2025
The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says

China's economy is in a bad way and President Xi Jinping should focus on improving the lives of his people and not "territorial expansion", Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said

December 04, 2025
China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks

Oil prices gained on Thursday after Ukrainian attacks on Russia's oil infrastructure signalled potential supply constraints, and stalled peace talks

December 04, 2025
Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report

Australian lender ANZ Group's influential proxy advisor Institutional Shareholder Services on Thursday recommended investors vote against

December 04, 2025
Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report
Americas|Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays

Honduran centrist presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla maintained a small lead over Trump-backed conservative Nasry Asfura

December 03, 2025
Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms

The dollar hit a five-week low while Asian stocks made a lacklustre start to the trading session on Thursday, after weaker-than-expected economic

December 04, 2025
Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|World

Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets

Australian households went on the biggest spending binge in almost two years in October in just the latest example of economic froth that could mean the next

December 04, 2025
Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car registrations fell by 19% in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, following steep drops reported in

December 04, 2025
Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car sales fell 19% year-on-year in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, as the U.S. electric vehicle maker continues to lose

December 04, 2025
Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday confirmed he held a "respectful and cordial" phone call with U.S.

December 03, 2025
Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community

Even for a president who has long made clear he’s no fan of Somalia, the latest round of contempt from Donald Trump was a shock in the country’s largest Somali community in Minnesota

December 03, 2025
President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community
Business|Crime|Economy|US|World

Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say

The Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September attack on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea and the U.S. military still carried out a follow-up strike

December 03, 2025
Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers

After riding the artificial intelligence craze to new heights, business software maker Salesforce has been pummeled by a wave of investor skepticism that’s intensified the pressure on its persuasive CEO Marc Benioff to reverse the tide

December 03, 2025
Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution

President Donald Trump has announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules for the auto industry

December 03, 2025
Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance

Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production

Chevron said on Wednesday that capital expenditure for 2026 will be between $18 billion and $19 billion as the oil major focuses on production in the U.S. and

December 03, 2025
Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?

In heavily Democratic California, one prominent Republican U.S. House member is considering an audacious maneuver — moving to Texas to run for Congress

December 03, 2025
A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science

Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change

Twelve former U.S.

December 03, 2025
Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data

Virtu Financial will pay a $2.5 million fine to settle U.S.

December 03, 2025
Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports

NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign

Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins has testified in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR

December 03, 2025
NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign
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US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'

A group of Democratic and Republican U.S. senators filed a resolution on Wednesday that would block U.S. military action against Venezuela without

December 03, 2025
US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'
Business|Economy|Political|US

Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports

U.S.

December 03, 2025
Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports
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Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles

President Donald Trump on Wednesday proposed slashing fuel economy standards that former President Joe Biden had finalized last year, in a push to

December 03, 2025
Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track

The U.S.

December 03, 2025
US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track
Economy|Education|Sports

Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices

The changing landscape of college football means the nation’s premier recruits are no longer signing with the same handful of programs

December 03, 2025
Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall

Snowflake forecast fourth-quarter product revenue above analysts' estimates but falls short of lofty investor expectations for stronger growth, sending its shares

December 03, 2025
Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally

Stocks rose while U.S. bond yields and the dollar fell on Wednesday, after surprisingly weak private sector jobs data increased the likelihood

December 03, 2025
Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally
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NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash

The National Transportation Safety Board described the fatal Nov. 10 flight that killed a Christian missionary father and his daughter in its preliminary report

December 03, 2025
NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner

If there were any doubt, the first few days of Hollywood’s year-end awards has already made it abundantly clear

December 03, 2025
A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A

Morgan Stanley is seeing a strong deal pipeline next year for mergers, acquisitions and IPOs, its co-head of investment banking, Mo

December 03, 2025
Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit

Intel said on Wednesday it has opted to keep its networking and communications unit in the company following a review of strategic options for the unit.

December 03, 2025
Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit
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Wall Street pulls near its all-time high

U.S. stocks rose near their record levels

December 03, 2025
Wall Street pulls near its all-time high
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FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree

President Donald Trump has long praised tariffs as key to increasing wealth in the United States, idealizing Gilded Age policies that preceded the implementation of a modern federal income tax

December 03, 2025
FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree
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Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated

U.S. stocks advanced to close higher on Wednesday, as a flurry of economic data kept expectations elevated for an interest rate cut by the Federal

December 03, 2025
Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated
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With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

December 03, 2025
With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy
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Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020

Citigroup said on Wednesday it has promoted 276 employees to managing director roles in 2025, the smallest class in five years.

December 03, 2025
Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE

A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to take a case brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of an immigrant rights group

December 03, 2025
Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Rwanda hopes US-brokered accord will advance peace in eastern Congo

Rwanda’s foreign minister said on Wednesday he hoped an accord set to be signed by U.S.

December 03, 2025
Rwanda hopes US-brokered accord will advance peace in eastern Congo
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill

Germany's opposition far-left Left party said it would abstain from voting on a contentious pensions package on Friday, likely indirectly securing its passage through

December 03, 2025
Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill
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Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles

Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles

December 03, 2025
Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles
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Bond investors warned of Hassett as potential Fed chair over rate-cut fears, FT reports

Bond investors have expressed concerns to the U.S.

December 03, 2025
Bond investors warned of Hassett as potential Fed chair over rate-cut fears, FT reports
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US retreat from its allies could hurt dollar's status, BoE's Mann says

The U.S. dollar's status as a global reserve currency could be undermined by the country's reduced support for its friends and military allies, Bank of

December 03, 2025
US retreat from its allies could hurt dollar's status, BoE's Mann says
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Nigeria approves fiscal plan proposing $37.7 billion 2026 budget

Nigeria's cabinet has signed off on a medium-term fiscal plan that projects spending of around 54.5 trillion naira ($37.71 billion) in 2026, its minister of

December 03, 2025
Nigeria approves fiscal plan proposing $37.7 billion 2026 budget
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Push is on in US Congress to impose ban on lawmaker stock trades

A bipartisan coalition in the U.S.

December 03, 2025
Push is on in US Congress to impose ban on lawmaker stock trades
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Brazil Amazonian state postpones cattle tracking key to preventing deforestation

Brazil's state of Para has delayed the deadline for the introduction of tracking devices in its cattle herds, a blow to environmental efforts to introduce a

December 03, 2025
Brazil Amazonian state postpones cattle tracking key to preventing deforestation
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Cuba reconnects grid, begins restoring power to Havana after partial collapse

Cuba said it had reconnected its electrical grid and was gradually restoring power after a partial collapse on Wednesday left capital Havana and much of

December 03, 2025
Cuba reconnects grid, begins restoring power to Havana after partial collapse
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Grand Canyon cancels overnight stays at South Rim lodges because of water-line breaks

Overnight accommodations at the Grand Canyon's South Rim won't be available starting Saturday

December 03, 2025
Grand Canyon cancels overnight stays at South Rim lodges because of water-line breaks
Business|Economy|Technology

AI investment, M&A poised to increase corporate financing needs next year

Big tech companies' investments in artificial intelligence and busier M&A activity will raise the volume of debt issuance by investment-

December 03, 2025
AI investment, M&A poised to increase corporate financing needs next year
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

Longest US government shutdown cost Delta Air Lines $200 million

Delta Air Lines estimates that it lost $200 million due to the longest government shutdown on record

December 03, 2025
Longest US government shutdown cost Delta Air Lines $200 million
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UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges

A lawyer who filed two wrongful death lawsuits over a fiery UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky says the company put profits over safety by continuing to fly older planes

December 03, 2025
UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges
Business|Economy|Finance|World

HSBC's long-term vision called into question after Nelson appointment

By Lawrence White LONDON, Dec 3 - HSBC's appointment of Brendan Nelson as chairman on a permanent basis raises questions about the Asia-focused bank's succession planning and long-term vision,

December 03, 2025
HSBC's long-term vision called into question after Nelson appointment
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Citadel debuts new AI tool for equities investors, CTO Subramanian says

Citadel, the hedge fund founded by billionaire Ken Griffin, has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered tool that aims to help investors conduct

December 03, 2025
Citadel debuts new AI tool for equities investors, CTO Subramanian says
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Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say

Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say

December 03, 2025
Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy

The confusion still swirling in Washington over President Donald Trump's latest peace plan for Ukraine has made at least one thing clear:

December 03, 2025
Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy
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Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone

Media mogul Shari Redstone said on Wednesday that Paramount made the "right decision" by agreeing to pay $16 million to settle a

December 03, 2025
Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

December 03, 2025
Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'
Business|Economy|Finance

Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidents

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday he would push a new requirement that the Federal Reserve’s regional bank presidents live in their districts for at least three years before taking office, a move that could give the White House more power over the independent agency

December 03, 2025
Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidents
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Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for 50-year mortgage, US Treasury adviser says

Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for a 50-year mortgage floated by President Donald Trump to boost housing

December 03, 2025
Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for 50-year mortgage, US Treasury adviser says
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Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need

Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need

December 03, 2025
Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Narrower Republican win in Tennessee House race lifts Democrats' midterm spirits

Democrats were more bullish on their chances of recapturing control of the U.S.

December 03, 2025
Narrower Republican win in Tennessee House race lifts Democrats' midterm spirits
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Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

December 03, 2025
Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population
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Lebanon 'far from' diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel, prime minister says

Lebanon’s prime minister says his country is “far from” diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel

December 03, 2025
Lebanon 'far from' diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel, prime minister says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing looks to close Spirit AeroSystems merger this year as FTC orders divestitures

Boeing said on Wednesday it could close its $4.7 billion acquisition of wing and fuselage maker Spirit AeroSystems by the end of the year after a U.S. regulator said

December 03, 2025
Boeing looks to close Spirit AeroSystems merger this year as FTC orders divestitures
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Codelco and Glencore agree to partner on Chilean smelter project

Chile's state-run copper producer Codelco and Glencore, a Swiss trader and miner, have signed an initial agreement to collaborate on a smelter project in Chile, the

December 03, 2025
Codelco and Glencore agree to partner on Chilean smelter project
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Charles Schwab CEO open to more M&A deals after $660 million purchase

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster said on Wednesday the firm will look for more acquisitions and is confident it can integrate companies well

December 03, 2025
Charles Schwab CEO open to more M&A deals after $660 million purchase
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Aeva shares soar after deal with European automaker 

Shares of Aeva Technologies, a Silicon Valley-based maker of lidar units that help autonomous vehicles sense their surroundings, rose more than 18%

December 03, 2025
Aeva shares soar after deal with European automaker 
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Citizens Bank sees resilient consumer finances and spending

U.S. consumer finances remain broadly healthy, even though there are some signs of stress for borrowers with lower credit scores, Brendan Coughlin, president

December 03, 2025
Citizens Bank sees resilient consumer finances and spending
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Bessent plans to push residency requirement for regional Fed bank presidents

U.S.

December 03, 2025
Bessent plans to push residency requirement for regional Fed bank presidents
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Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag

Retailers are trying various strategies to counter the drag from inflation and tariffs,

December 03, 2025
Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil settles slightly higher as Moscow peace talks fail to reach breakthrough

Oil prices settled higher on Wednesday after the U.S. and Russia failed to reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine that could have eased sanctions on

December 03, 2025
Oil settles slightly higher as Moscow peace talks fail to reach breakthrough
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Fired employees file First Amendment lawsuit against EPA

Six former Environmental Protection Agency employees on Wednesday filed a First Amendment legal challenge against EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for

December 03, 2025
Fired employees file First Amendment lawsuit against EPA
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday that a lasting peace with Israel could pave the way to normalising ties with the country and

December 03, 2025
Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Glencore to restart production at Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina

Glencore plans to restart operations at its Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina by the end of next year, it said on Wednesday, after it became the last to produce the

December 03, 2025
Glencore to restart production at Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Rescue teams are racing to reach communities isolated by last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as over 900 people remained missing

December 03, 2025
Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand
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Macy's posts surprise profit with overhaul under new CEO resonating with shoppers

Macy’s posted a surprise third-quarter profit and its strongest comparable sales in more than three years as an extensive overhaul of the 167-year-old New York department store begins to resonate with shoppers

December 03, 2025
Macy's posts surprise profit with overhaul under new CEO resonating with shoppers
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Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works

Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works

December 03, 2025
Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works
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Why car prices won’t stop rising

Why car prices won’t stop rising

December 03, 2025
Why car prices won’t stop rising
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EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs

The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled plans to boost EU resilience to threats like rare earth shortages by strengthening trade measures and

December 03, 2025
EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

Delta sees $200 million profit hit from US government shutdown

Delta Air Lines said on Wednesday it expects a hit of about $200 million to its fourth-quarter pre-tax profit due to the U.S. government

December 03, 2025
Delta sees $200 million profit hit from US government shutdown
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Hedge funds double down using near-record leverage in quest to boost returns

Hedge funds are using near-record levels of leverage to trade equities and betting on debt-backed strategies in efforts to juice returns,

December 03, 2025
Hedge funds double down using near-record leverage in quest to boost returns
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Bessent says Fed rate cuts needed, China making good on soybean purchases

U.S.

December 03, 2025
Bessent says Fed rate cuts needed, China making good on soybean purchases
Economy|Political|World

Mexican government hikes minimum wage, pushes shorter work week

Mexico on Wednesday announced it would boost the minimum wage next year and push to trim the country's long work week, the

December 03, 2025
Mexican government hikes minimum wage, pushes shorter work week
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Central Europe's currencies to back off highs in 2026: Reuters Poll

Central Europe's main currencies may be close to a ceiling after hitting fresh multi-month highs in the past month, a Reuters poll of economic analysts showed

December 03, 2025
Central Europe's currencies to back off highs in 2026: Reuters Poll
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Israel publishes draft law seeking to boost state revenues from Dead Sea minerals

Israel on Wednesday published a draft law that aims to boost state revenues from a concession for extracting minerals from the Dead Sea as well as

December 03, 2025
Israel publishes draft law seeking to boost state revenues from Dead Sea minerals
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Ukraine's Parliament approves 2026 budget, focuses on defence

Ukraine's Parliament approved the 2026 budget on Wednesday, planning to allocate nearly a third of the country's gross domestic product to defence as the war

December 03, 2025
Ukraine's Parliament approves 2026 budget, focuses on defence
Business|Economy|Education|Political

Bessent sees more private contributions flowing into 'Trump accounts' for children

U.S.

December 03, 2025
Bessent sees more private contributions flowing into 'Trump accounts' for children
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender

By Maria Martinez and Iain Withers BERLIN/LONDON, Dec 3 - European Rearmament Bank (ERB), an initiative to create a state-backed lender for defence amid the region's worst conflict since World War Two

December 03, 2025
European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Microsoft denies report of lowering targets for AI software sales growth

Microsoft on Wednesday denied a report from The Information that multiple divisions at the company lowered sales growth targets for certain artificial intelligence products after

December 03, 2025
Microsoft denies report of lowering targets for AI software sales growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro hits almost seven-week high, dollar broadly lower

The euro hit an almost seven-week high against the dollar on Wednesday, boosted by data showing an expansion in euro zone business activity, while weaker

December 03, 2025
Euro hits almost seven-week high, dollar broadly lower
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source

German, French and Spanish defence ministers are set to meet on December 11 to discuss FCAS, Europe's next-generation fighter project,

December 03, 2025
Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source
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Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in November, says US market subdued

Sweden-based Volvo Cars on Wednesday reported a slump in November sales, continuing a decline this year amid pressure from trade tariffs and subdued demand in the

December 03, 2025
Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in November, says US market subdued
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

How hedge funds performed in a volatile November

Global hedge funds, including stock pickers, have generated returns of nearly 15% in 2025 to the end of November, according to a Goldman

December 03, 2025
How hedge funds performed in a volatile November
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage

Memory chipmaker Micron Technology said on Wednesday it will exit its consumer business, as it doubles down on advanced memory chips used in artificial intelligence data centers amid

December 03, 2025
Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage
Economy|Election|Political|US

Republicans emerge victorious and anxious after Tennessee special election

Republicans have held onto a conservative U.S. House district in Tennessee

December 03, 2025
Republicans emerge victorious and anxious after Tennessee special election
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure

OpenAI has awarded $40.5 million to more than 200 nonprofits in the first round of grants it has made since it rebranded its nonprofit as the OpenAI Foundation in October

December 03, 2025
OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Russian central bank expected to cut key rate by 50 bps to 16% at December meeting

The Russian central bank is seen cutting its key interest rate by 50 basis points at a meeting on December 19 as inflation is slowing

December 03, 2025
Russian central bank expected to cut key rate by 50 bps to 16% at December meeting
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Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he had urged Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal to carry out an urgent renewal of supervisory boards in the defence sector

December 03, 2025
Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Spain plans wild boar cull amid swine fever outbreak that hit exports

Spain's Catalonia region has pledged to curb its wild boar population, including by ramping up culls, after African swine fever was detected in several animals

December 03, 2025
Spain plans wild boar cull amid swine fever outbreak that hit exports
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US import prices unexpectedly flat in September

U.S. import prices were unexpectedly unchanged in September as high costs for consumer goods, excluding motor vehicles, were offset by cheaper energy products.

December 03, 2025
US import prices unexpectedly flat in September
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World Bank warns developing world 'not out of danger' as debt costs hit record

The gap between developing nations' debt servicing costs and new financing hit a more than 50-year high of $741 billion between 2022 and 2024, the World Bank

December 03, 2025
World Bank warns developing world 'not out of danger' as debt costs hit record
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall St opens lower as investors assess data, Microsoft falls

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Wednesday, as investors assessed data pointing to a weak jobs market, while Microsoft fell after a report said the tech giant lowered its

December 03, 2025
Wall St opens lower as investors assess data, Microsoft falls
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

AI-powered security firm Verkada valued at $5.8 billion in latest investment round

Verkada was valued at $5.8 billion in its latest investment round led by CapitalG, more than a billion dollars higher than its previous round in February, the AI-based security

December 03, 2025
AI-powered security firm Verkada valued at $5.8 billion in latest investment round
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canada's services PMI falls to five-month low in November

Canada's services economy contracted in November at the steepest pace in five months as economic uncertainty led to declines for employment and new business,

December 03, 2025
Canada's services PMI falls to five-month low in November
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Swiss poll shows strong opposition to US trade deal

A clear majority of Swiss residents are critical of a preliminary trade deal struck with Washington, a poll showed on Wednesday, citing elements such as the entry of U.S.

December 03, 2025
Swiss poll shows strong opposition to US trade deal
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology

Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 

Netherlands-based data centre operator Nebius will leverage recent multi-billion dollar contracts with Microsoft and Meta to build

December 03, 2025
Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|World

Brazil's 2025 chicken exports to rise despite bird flu trade bans

Brazilian chicken exports are expected to rise up to 0.5% this year to 5.32 million metric tons, meat lobby ABPA said on Wednesday, after exporters avoided

December 03, 2025
Brazil's 2025 chicken exports to rise despite bird flu trade bans
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Cracks appear in entrenched weak dollar outlook: Reuters Poll

FX strategists largely stuck to forecasts for a weaker U.S. dollar over the coming year on Federal Reserve rate cut bets but a sizeable minority have

December 03, 2025
Cracks appear in entrenched weak dollar outlook: Reuters Poll
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says

Two-thirds of the member states of NATO have committed to the weapons for Ukraine through the so-called Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), which has received

December 03, 2025
Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Israel, Lebanon send civilian envoys to truce committee for expanded talks

Israel and Lebanon sent civilian envoys to a military committee monitoring their ceasefire, top officials from both said on

December 03, 2025
Israel, Lebanon send civilian envoys to truce committee for expanded talks
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US services little changed in November, but orders slow

The U.S. services sector activity held steady in November, with employment still subdued and prices for inputs elevated, a survey showed on Wednesday.

December 03, 2025
US services little changed in November, but orders slow
Business|Economy|World

US private payrolls post largest drop in more than 2-1/2 years in November

U.S. private payrolls posted their biggest drop in more than two and a half years in November as small businesses shed jobs, but the weakness is

December 03, 2025
US private payrolls post largest drop in more than 2-1/2 years in November
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US manufacturing production flat in September

U.S. factory production was unchanged in September as manufacturing remained constrained by tariffs on imports.

December 03, 2025
US manufacturing production flat in September
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|US

Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report

Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report

April 17, 2024
Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

What are small modular reactors, a new type of nuclear power plant sought to feed AI’s energy demand?

Rising electricity demand has researchers exploring a wide range of methods to generate more power, including a type of nuclear reactor that’s smaller than traditional nuclear plants.

December 03, 2025
What are small modular reactors, a new type of nuclear power plant sought to feed AI’s energy demand?
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Labeling dissent as terrorism: New US domestic terrorism priorities raise constitutional alarms

A new Trump administration policy threatens free speech and association by targeting individuals and groups as potential domestic terrorists based on their beliefs rather than their actions.

December 03, 2025
Labeling dissent as terrorism: New US domestic terrorism priorities raise constitutional alarms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs

A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs

December 03, 2025
A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs
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King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit

Britain's King Charles welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday at the start of his three-day state visit to Britain, the

December 03, 2025
King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Sri Lankans sift mud to unearth victims four days after deadly cyclone

Villagers in Sri Lanka used spades on Wednesday to clear away mud as they searched for the bodies of relatives and friends days after 13

December 03, 2025
Sri Lankans sift mud to unearth victims four days after deadly cyclone
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign

Bulgaria's President Rumen Radev has called on the minority government of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov to resign following mass protests this week against its 2026 budget.

December 03, 2025
Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Dollar Tree lifts annual profit target on steady demand for affordable items

Dollar Tree raised its annual profit forecast and beat quarterly estimates on Wednesday, as the discount retailer bets on steady demand for

December 03, 2025
Dollar Tree lifts annual profit target on steady demand for affordable items
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ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation

Euro zone inflation has delivered some "upside surprises" recently, raising some questions about the European Central Bank's expectations for a dip early next year, the

December 03, 2025
ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation
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China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit

China and Russia reached "broad consensus" on a range of issues during the Chinese foreign minister's trip to Moscow this week, amid a burst of diplomatic efforts to end the

December 03, 2025
China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit
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SEC halts review of highly leveraged ETF plans, citing risk exposures

The U.S. securities market regulator has paused the review of proposals for new highly leveraged exchange-traded funds from several fund managers and sought more

December 03, 2025
SEC halts review of highly leveraged ETF plans, citing risk exposures
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Swiss close in on relaxing restrictions on arms exports

The Swiss parliament is poised to relax restrictions on weapons exports, a significant but delicate shift that aims to support the domestic arms industry without compromising

December 03, 2025
Swiss close in on relaxing restrictions on arms exports
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Stocks gain, US yields drop as markets weigh likely Fed rate cut

Global shares rose while U.S. Treasury yields fell after weak economic data solidified expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut.

December 03, 2025
Stocks gain, US yields drop as markets weigh likely Fed rate cut
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LSEG to integrate financial data into ChatGPT in AI push

LSEG will integrate its financial data and analytics into ChatGPT and make OpenAI's enterprise tool available to its employees, it said on Wednesday, deepening its push to embed

December 03, 2025
LSEG to integrate financial data into ChatGPT in AI push
Business|Economy|Food|Health

Magnum Ice Cream expects free cash flow of up to 1 billion euros in 2028-29

Unilever's ice cream business, which is spinning off and listing in Amsterdam next week, expects to achieve free cash flow between 800 million and 1 billion euros ($933.2 million to

December 03, 2025
Magnum Ice Cream expects free cash flow of up to 1 billion euros in 2028-29
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American Bitcoin steadies after share lock-up expiry sparks near 40% plunge

Shares of American Bitcoin, a bitcoin miner backed by two of U.S.

December 03, 2025
American Bitcoin steadies after share lock-up expiry sparks near 40% plunge
Economy|Health|World

Migrants in Lebanon hope Pope's peace message lingers amid fears of new war

Filipina worker Loren Capobres said the world stood still when she kissed Pope Leo's hand this week in Lebanon, but hopes his message for peace will

December 03, 2025
Migrants in Lebanon hope Pope's peace message lingers amid fears of new war
Asia|Australia|Economy|Political|World

Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says

A majority of Australians, Japanese and Indians believe U.S.

December 03, 2025
Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says
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What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation

What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation

December 03, 2025
What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation
Economy|Europe|World

Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday said the "very scary" attacks of recent days on Russia-linked tankers in the Black Sea threatened the

December 03, 2025
Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety
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Macy's strikes cautious tone on holiday spending, posts surprise profit

Macy's on Wednesday warned of picky consumers during the crucial holiday season as inflation pressures spending on non-essential goods even as the department

December 03, 2025
Macy's strikes cautious tone on holiday spending, posts surprise profit
Business|Economy|Education

Federal funding cuts are only one problem facing America’s colleges and universities

Amid federal funding cuts, the enrollment of both domestic and foreign students is falling at American colleges and universities.

December 03, 2025
Federal funding cuts are only one problem facing America’s colleges and universities
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate change

Researchers who examined climate change’s potential effect on the global economy say data errors led them to slightly overstate an expected drop in income over the next 25 years

December 03, 2025
Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate change
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Yes, the government can track your location – but usually not by spying on you directly

A privacy researcher breaks down how your phone reveals your location, how that data is collected and sold, and how the government gets ahold of it – by simply buying it.

December 03, 2025
Yes, the government can track your location – but usually not by spying on you directly
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Just a blip for risk assets, more Fed pain for the dollar

By Yoruk Bahceli, markets correspondent What matters in U.S. and global markets today Risk assets are showing further signs of recovery on Wednesday from a

December 03, 2025
Just a blip for risk assets, more Fed pain for the dollar
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday he expects U.S. counterpart Donald Trump to further cut tariffs on Brazilian products soon, following a

December 03, 2025
Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump
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Marvell shares soar as chipmaker boosts its AI drive with Celestial deal

Marvell Technology jumped 9.3% to a nine-month high on Wednesday after its $3.25 billion deal to acquire semiconductor startup Celestial AI bolstered investor confidence in the

December 03, 2025
Marvell shares soar as chipmaker boosts its AI drive with Celestial deal
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A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions

Minutes after Italy's powerful Court of Auditors rejected plans to build a bridge from the mainland to the island of Sicily, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

December 03, 2025
A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions
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Rivian to recall nearly 35,000 US delivery vans over seat belt issue

Rivian Automotive is recalling 34,824 electric delivery vehicles in the U.S. as their seat belt system may fail to properly restrain the driver, increasing the risk of injury during

December 03, 2025
Rivian to recall nearly 35,000 US delivery vans over seat belt issue
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Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown

Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown

December 03, 2025
Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show

Foxconn and Luxshare plan to add millions of gaming devices to Vietnam's annual output, according to documents they submitted to local authorities,

December 03, 2025
Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show
Business|Economy|World

Global accounting body consults on new model for assessing bank risks

Banks could give investors a clearer view on how they manage risks, such as those associated with changing interest rates, under a new model proposed by a

December 03, 2025
Global accounting body consults on new model for assessing bank risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help

The Indian rupee slid past 90 per U.S. dollar to a record low on Wednesday, declining for the sixth consecutive session as traders bet

December 03, 2025
India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Norway government secures budget backing, preventing cabinet fall

Norway's governing Labour Party said on Wednesday it had reached agreement with four left-wing parties in parliament on a 2026 fiscal budget

December 03, 2025
Norway government secures budget backing, preventing cabinet fall
Economy|Europe|World

Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%

Serbia's parliament on Wednesday adopted the country's 2026 budget, setting a fiscal deficit of 337 billion dinars ($3.35 billion), or 3% of gross domestic product.

December 03, 2025
Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Mexico's peso to trade within decade-old range in 2026: Reuters Poll

Mexico's peso will keep trading in 2026 close to the center of a range between 16.00-22.00 per U.S. dollar that recently turned 10 years old, a Reuters

December 03, 2025
Mexico's peso to trade within decade-old range in 2026: Reuters Poll
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SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn

The Swiss National Bank will stick to its 0% interest policy next week and well into 2026 rather than opting for negative rates, economists said on Wednesday,

December 03, 2025
SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn
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Pemex debt is red flag for potential partners as Mexico seeks to boost oil output

It has been over a month since the head of Pemex made a plea for partners to help Mexico's ailing state oil company on

December 03, 2025
Pemex debt is red flag for potential partners as Mexico seeks to boost oil output
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed data suggests central bank has stopped losing money

By Michael S.

December 03, 2025
Fed data suggests central bank has stopped losing money
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ECB urges Italy to reconsider proposal on central bank's $300 billion gold

The European Central Bank has urged Italy to reconsider a parliamentary amendment asserting that the national central bank's gold

December 03, 2025
ECB urges Italy to reconsider proposal on central bank's $300 billion gold
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How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

December 03, 2025
How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US
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Iran's currency falls to a new low as nuclear sanctions squeeze its ailing economy

Iran's rial currency has fallen to a new low of 1.2 million to the U.S. dollar as nuclear sanctions squeeze the economy

December 03, 2025
Iran's currency falls to a new low as nuclear sanctions squeeze its ailing economy
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Flood-hit Indonesian regions run low on fuel, funds for relief effort

Authorities battling floods on Indonesia's island of Sumatra that killed about 800 people this week have appealed for more central government help to tackle shortages of

December 03, 2025
Flood-hit Indonesian regions run low on fuel, funds for relief effort
Business|Economy|Europe|World

France's services sector returns to growth in November, PMI shows

France's dominant services sector expanded slightly more than first estimated in November, hitting a 15-month high as new business gained momentum in the euro zone's second-

December 03, 2025
France's services sector returns to growth in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone business activity expands at fastest pace in 30 months in November, PMI shows

Business activity in the euro zone expanded at its fastest pace in two-and-a-half years in November as a robust service sector more than offset manufacturing weakness, a survey

December 03, 2025
Euro zone business activity expands at fastest pace in 30 months in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|World

China likely to chase 5% GDP growth in 2026 in bid to end deflation

China is likely to stick to its current annual economic growth target of around 5% next year, government advisers and analysts said, a goal that would require authorities to

December 03, 2025
China likely to chase 5% GDP growth in 2026 in bid to end deflation
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

German service sector growth slows in November, PMI shows

Germany's services sector grew for a third consecutive month in November, albeit at a slower pace than October's two-year-plus high, due to softer increases

December 03, 2025
German service sector growth slows in November, PMI shows
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Macron arrives in China for talks with Xi on trade ties and Russia's war in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron has landed in Beijing for a three-day visit to China focused on trade talks and global crises

December 03, 2025
Macron arrives in China for talks with Xi on trade ties and Russia's war in Ukraine
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Vikram Sahu approved as Bank of America India CEO by central bank, memo shows

India's central bank has approved the appointment of Vikram Sahu as chief executive officer of Bank of America N.A. in India, according to an internal memo reviewed by

December 03, 2025
Vikram Sahu approved as Bank of America India CEO by central bank, memo shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK services firms report slower growth, more job cuts in lead up to budget, PMI shows

Growth among Britain's services firms declined last month and employment contracted the most since February in the run-up to the government's budget,

December 03, 2025
UK services firms report slower growth, more job cuts in lead up to budget, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

European shares end flat; Inditex jumps on strong November sales

European shares ended largely steady on Wednesday, aided by gains for technology that offset sharp declines in financials, while Inditex surged to a near one-

December 03, 2025
European shares end flat; Inditex jumps on strong November sales
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Toronto home sales hit five-month low in November

Greater Toronto Area home sales fell to a five-month low in November and prices declined as an uncertain economic outlook kept homebuyers on the sidelines,

December 03, 2025
Toronto home sales hit five-month low in November
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Inflation is catfishing you about the economy

Black Friday spending was strong, but the numbers don’t tell the full story. CNN’s David Goldman explains how inflation can make the US economy seem healthier than it actually is.

December 02, 2025
Inflation is catfishing you about the economy
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Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests

Bulgaria’s government has withdrawn a controversial budget proposal after protests erupted into clashes with police

December 02, 2025
Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus cuts 2025 delivery target due to A320 fuselage panel issue

Airbus is expecting to deliver fewer planes this year due to an issue with fuselage panels on some A320 planes

December 03, 2025
Airbus cuts 2025 delivery target due to A320 fuselage panel issue
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Sentiment in German auto sector deteriorates in November, survey finds

Sentiment in Germany's automotive sector deteriorated once again in November as companies became more pessimistic in their business expectations, a survey showed on Wednesday

December 03, 2025
Sentiment in German auto sector deteriorates in November, survey finds
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Kenya private sector activity surges to five-year high, PMI survey shows

Kenya's private sector activity expanded for the third consecutive month in November to stand at a five-year high, boosted by better performance across all sectors, a survey

December 03, 2025
Kenya private sector activity surges to five-year high, PMI survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Spain services sector growth slows slightly in November as global trade weighs, PMI shows

Spain's service sector expanded robustly in November led by domestic demand, albeit at a slightly slower pace than in the previous month due to a decline in international

December 03, 2025
Spain services sector growth slows slightly in November as global trade weighs, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

HSBC names interim chair Nelson as permanent in surprise move

HSBC Holdings' interim chairman Brendan Nelson will move into that role on a permanent basis, in a surprise move that came seven

December 03, 2025
HSBC names interim chair Nelson as permanent in surprise move
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee praises Trump, hopes US can resume North Korea dialogue

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that he had found it "interesting and entertaining" speaking with Donald Trump during

December 03, 2025
South Korea's Lee praises Trump, hopes US can resume North Korea dialogue
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Hugo Boss aims for long-term 12% operating profit margin in strategic overhaul

German fashion group Hugo Boss on Wednesday said that it aims to achieve an operating profit margin of around 12% over the medium-to-long term as part of a strategic overhaul

December 03, 2025
Hugo Boss aims for long-term 12% operating profit margin in strategic overhaul
Africa|Business|Economy|World

South Africa's private sector activity contracts for second month in November, PMI shows

South Africa's private sector activity contracted for the second consecutive month in November driven by sustained falls in output and new business volumes, an S&P

December 03, 2025
South Africa's private sector activity contracts for second month in November, PMI shows
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US pauses all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries

The Trump administration on Tuesday said it paused all immigration applications, including green

December 03, 2025
US pauses all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries
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Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They’re a climate warning, scientists say

Southeast Asia has been hit by unusually severe floods this year, with late storms killing more than 1,400 people and leaving hundreds missing across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand

December 03, 2025
Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They’re a climate warning, scientists say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Risk-on, risk-off, risk-on

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee There have been a couple of instances over the past month where a market rally was abruptly halted by sudden risk aversion -

December 03, 2025
Risk-on, risk-off, risk-on
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Taiwan says China sometimes stages mock attacks on foreign navy ships in strait

China's military sometimes simulates attacks on foreign naval vessels in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan shares intelligence with international partners when

December 03, 2025
Taiwan says China sometimes stages mock attacks on foreign navy ships in strait
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

ANZ’s Nuno Matos named new Australian Banking Association council chair

The Australian Banking Association on Wednesday appointed ANZ Group CEO Nuno Matos as the new chair of its council, replacing National Australia Bank chief Andrew Irvine. 

December 03, 2025
ANZ’s Nuno Matos named new Australian Banking Association council chair
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's services growth accelerates in November but export engine sputters, PMI shows

India's dominant services sector accelerated in November as robust domestic demand helped recover ground lost in the previous month, but export sales growth slipped to an

December 03, 2025
India's services growth accelerates in November but export engine sputters, PMI shows
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

South Korea's Lee says on martial law anniversary perpetrators must face justice

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday there was still work to be done to address the fallout from the failed martial

December 03, 2025
South Korea's Lee says on martial law anniversary perpetrators must face justice
Business|Economy|World

Russia's services sector growth accelerates in November, PMI shows

Russia's services sector experienced a resurgence in growth in November, driven by a renewed increase in new orders, a survey showed on Wednesday.

December 03, 2025
Russia's services sector growth accelerates in November, PMI shows
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar's opium poppy cultivation hits highest level in a decade, UN says

Opium poppy cultivation in war-torn Myanmar has surged to its highest level in a decade, rising 17% in the past year as conflict and economic hardship push more farmers into the

December 03, 2025
Myanmar's opium poppy cultivation hits highest level in a decade, UN says
Business|Economy|World

Rupee cracks below 90 to the dollar, hit by tariffs, capital outflows

The Indian rupee fell past the key psychological level of 90 to the dollar on Wednesday, extending an eight-month decline as dollar outflows for trade and

December 03, 2025
Rupee cracks below 90 to the dollar, hit by tariffs, capital outflows
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Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, known for theater and opera, becomes the sports world's focus on Friday

December 03, 2025
Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Major Chinese banks cut high-yield deposit products to ease margin pressure

Some major Chinese commercial banks have removed five-year, large-scale certificates of deposit that carry a high yield from their offerings, in an effort to cut costs and

December 03, 2025
Major Chinese banks cut high-yield deposit products to ease margin pressure
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

ASX outage deepens investors' doubts over tech overhaul

The Australian Securities Exchange's technology turnaround plan, touted by the firm's chair as being too important to fail, is facing

December 03, 2025
ASX outage deepens investors' doubts over tech overhaul
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Trump administration threatens to withhold SNAP management funds from states that don't share data

The Trump administration says it will withhold funds for administering SNAP food aid in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week unless they provide data about those receiving the assistance

December 02, 2025
Trump administration threatens to withhold SNAP management funds from states that don't share data
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Balyasny Asset Management up over 15% so far in 2025, says source

Balyasny Asset Management posted a 2.5% return in November and is up 15.3% this year so far, a source told Reuters on Tuesday.

December 02, 2025
Balyasny Asset Management up over 15% so far in 2025, says source
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Vultr to invest $1 billion in Ohio AI cluster using AMD chips

Cloud infrastructure company Vultr said on Tuesday it would invest more than $1 billion to launch a new artificial intelligence cluster powered by Advanced Micro Devices' processors

December 02, 2025
Vultr to invest $1 billion in Ohio AI cluster using AMD chips
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Strong start to online holiday shopping masks signs of a fragile U.S. consumer

The U.S. holiday shopping season kicked off to record online sales.

December 02, 2025
Strong start to online holiday shopping masks signs of a fragile U.S. consumer
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Trump says National Guard will be sent to New Orleans

President Donald Trump announces National Guard troops will soon head to New Orleans

December 02, 2025
Trump says National Guard will be sent to New Orleans
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American Eagle lifts annual sales forecast on marketing-driven holiday demand

American Eagle Outfitters raised its annual comparable sales forecast on Tuesday, betting on marketing-driven demand for its apparel and accessories during the

December 02, 2025
American Eagle lifts annual sales forecast on marketing-driven holiday demand
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Marvell to buy chip startup Celestial AI for $3.25 billion, bullish on growth next year

By Juby Babu, Max A.

December 02, 2025
Marvell to buy chip startup Celestial AI for $3.25 billion, bullish on growth next year
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Trump to halt some food aid support for Democratic-led states over data fight

The administration of U.S.

December 02, 2025
Trump to halt some food aid support for Democratic-led states over data fight
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EMJ's Jackson aims to take volatility out of crypto

With bitcoin trading well below its recent highs, hedge fund manager and activist investor Eric Jackson is betting that investors will still want exposure to crypto

December 02, 2025
EMJ's Jackson aims to take volatility out of crypto
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

JPMorgan hires two senior bankers to expand mid-cap investment banking

JPMorgan Chase on Tuesday hired two new managing directors, R.

December 02, 2025
JPMorgan hires two senior bankers to expand mid-cap investment banking
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Larry Summers receives lifetime ban from prestigious economic association over Epstein ties

Larry Summers receives lifetime ban from prestigious economic association over Epstein ties

December 02, 2025
Larry Summers receives lifetime ban from prestigious economic association over Epstein ties
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

CrowdStrike forecasts upbeat quarterly revenue as AI adoption fuels growth

CrowdStrike forecast fourth-quarter revenue above analysts' estimates on Tuesday, as the cybersecurity firm benefits from growing adoption of AI across its product

December 02, 2025
CrowdStrike forecasts upbeat quarterly revenue as AI adoption fuels growth
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|US

US Postal Service using 2,600 EVs for mail deliveries

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Dec 2 - The U.S.

December 02, 2025
US Postal Service using 2,600 EVs for mail deliveries
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US judge blocks Trump from cutting Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in 22 states

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked U.S.

December 02, 2025
US judge blocks Trump from cutting Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood in 22 states
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia's economy likely already bumping up against speed limits, top central banker says

Australia's top central banker said on Wednesday the economy was likely already at its potential growth limit and, should inflation

December 02, 2025
Australia's economy likely already bumping up against speed limits, top central banker says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Baldwin strikes $1 billion deal for rival insurance broker CAC Group

The Baldwin Group said on Tuesday it will buy rival insurance broker CAC Group in a $1.03 billion cash-and-stock deal, adding to a string of mergers in recent years as industry

December 02, 2025
Baldwin strikes $1 billion deal for rival insurance broker CAC Group
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|Technology

Microchip Technology raises profit, revenue expectations for third quarter

Chipmaker Microchip Technology on Tuesday raised its expectations for third-quarter net sales and earnings per share, driven by strong bookings, sending its shares up 2.3% in

December 02, 2025
Microchip Technology raises profit, revenue expectations for third quarter
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trading Day: Tech, Fed hopes do the heavy lifting

World stocks rose on Tuesday, regaining their poise after wobbling the previous day and lifted by an extended upswing in tech and AI sentiment as

December 02, 2025
Trading Day: Tech, Fed hopes do the heavy lifting
Business|Economy|Technology

AT&T commits to ending DEI programs

U.S. wireless carrier AT&T said in a letter to the U.S. telecoms regulator that it had committed to ending diversity, equity and inclusion programs, a

December 02, 2025
AT&T commits to ending DEI programs
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Putin's talks with U.S. Witkoff and Kushner conclude, the Kremin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with U.S.

December 02, 2025
Putin's talks with U.S. Witkoff and Kushner conclude, the Kremin says
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With 'Trump Accounts,' your baby could qualify for $1,000. Here's what to know

President Donald Trump's tax legislation included a provision called "Trump Accounts," which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account

December 02, 2025
With 'Trump Accounts,' your baby could qualify for $1,000. Here's what to know
Economy|Health|Political

Chances dwindling for renewal of health care subsidies, risking premium spikes for millions

Hopes for an extension of health care subsidies are dwindling in Congress

December 02, 2025
Chances dwindling for renewal of health care subsidies, risking premium spikes for millions
Business|Economy|Education

Crackdown on trucking schools shouldn't disrupt industry. But scrutiny on immigrant drivers might

Everything the Trump administration has done this year to strengthen and enforce the standards for truck drivers and the schools that train them after several deadly crashes may cause problems for some companies if immigrants continue to flee the profession rather than deal with the harassment and scrutiny

December 02, 2025
Crackdown on trucking schools shouldn't disrupt industry. But scrutiny on immigrant drivers might
Asia|Business|Economy|World

South Korea Q3 GDP +1.3% q/q, faster than earlier estimate

South Korea's economy expanded by 1.3% in the third quarter, revised central bank data showed on Wednesday, faster than the bank's earlier estimate of 1.2%.

December 02, 2025
South Korea Q3 GDP +1.3% q/q, faster than earlier estimate
Business|Economy|Environment|World

More US soybean shipments to China due to load through mid-December

Shipments of U.S. crops to China are accelerating after a tense tariff war had stalled trade for months, with at least six bulk cargo vessels scheduled to load

December 02, 2025
More US soybean shipments to China due to load through mid-December
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Irish services sector growth tops three-year high in November, PMI shows

A rebound in Ireland's services sector accelerated at its fastest pace in three-and-a-half years in November, with growth driven by increased gains in current activity and

December 03, 2025
Irish services sector growth tops three-year high in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Technology

Anthropic plans an IPO as early as 2026, FT reports

Anthropic, the artificial intelligence startup backed by Alphabet's Google and Amazon.com, has hired the law firm Wilson Sonsini to prepare for an initial public offering that could

December 03, 2025
Anthropic plans an IPO as early as 2026, FT reports
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Suburban Chicago cop arrested by ICE returns to duty

A suburban Chicago police officer who was detained during a high-profile federal immigration enforcement surge in the area has returned to duty, his police

December 03, 2025
Suburban Chicago cop arrested by ICE returns to duty
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia's annual growth hits two-year high in Q3, markets weigh risk of rate hike

Australia's economy grew at the fastest annual pace in two years in the September quarter, fuelled by business, government and consumer spending

December 03, 2025
Australia's annual growth hits two-year high in Q3, markets weigh risk of rate hike
Business|Economy|World

Japan's services sector sustains solid growth in November, PMI shows

Japan's services sector activity continued its steady growth in November, driven by a faster rise in new orders and increased business confidence, a private-sector survey

December 03, 2025
Japan's services sector sustains solid growth in November, PMI shows
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Australia’s anti-migration populist Pauline Hanson eyes political resurgence

Australia's flame-haired populist Senator Pauline Hanson and her anti-immigration party have rocketed up opinion polls, nearing a peak seen three decades

December 03, 2025
Australia’s anti-migration populist Pauline Hanson eyes political resurgence
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Airbus prepares A320 inspections as fuselage flaw hits deliveries

Airbus engineers have found defects on a wider set of A320 fuselage panels as they prepare to inspect hundreds of jets for a flaw that the

December 03, 2025
Airbus prepares A320 inspections as fuselage flaw hits deliveries
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Centrist Nasralla takes slim lead in Honduran presidential election plagued by delays as Trump alleges fraud

Salvador Nasralla, of the centrist Liberal Party, on Tuesday took a razor-thin lead in Honduras' presidential election over Nasry Asfura, the conservative candidate

December 03, 2025
Centrist Nasralla takes slim lead in Honduran presidential election plagued by delays as Trump alleges fraud
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

The AI frenzy is driving a new global supply chain crisis

By Hyunjoo Jin, Fanny Potkin, Wen-Yee Lee, Anton Bridge and Max A.

December 03, 2025
The AI frenzy is driving a new global supply chain crisis
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai inflation negative again in November, industry sees floods trimming growth

Thailand's annual headline inflation rate was negative for an eighth month in November, driven by falling energy prices and

December 03, 2025
Thai inflation negative again in November, industry sees floods trimming growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks steady as slide in bitcoin, global bonds hit pause

Global shares were on steadier footing on Wednesday, helped by an overnight rebound on Wall Street as a brief selloff in bond markets and cryptocurrencies

December 03, 2025
Stocks steady as slide in bitcoin, global bonds hit pause
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's services growth slips to 5-month low in November, private PMI shows

China's services activity expanded at its slowest pace in five months in November, as growth in new orders softened despite a boost from

December 03, 2025
China's services growth slips to 5-month low in November, private PMI shows
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|US

Winter storm warnings stretch across the northern US, bringing snow, cold and risky conditions

Travelers face challenging weather for the rest of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend

November 28, 2025
Winter storm warnings stretch across the northern US, bringing snow, cold and risky conditions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

US futures, options resume after CME outage underscores resilience concerns

Exchange operator CME Group said on Friday that some markets had reopened after global futures were thrown into chaos when the world's

November 28, 2025
US futures, options resume after CME outage underscores resilience concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Schedule for US economic data delayed by government shutdown

The statistical agencies responsible for publishing data about the U.S. economy have begun updating release schedules following the reporting lapse that occurred during the recent federal

November 28, 2025
Schedule for US economic data delayed by government shutdown
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court

China's Wingtech on Friday said it has appealed decisions stripping it of control of its Nexperia chipmaking subsidiary to the Netherlands' Supreme Court.

November 28, 2025
Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Before CME's stumble, exchange outages that rattled investors

CME Group, the world's biggest exchange operator, experienced an hours-long outage on Friday that halted trade on its currency platform and in futures spanning foreign

November 28, 2025
Before CME's stumble, exchange outages that rattled investors
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Asda warns return to sales growth delayed by Walmart IT split disruption

British grocer Asda warned it does not expect to return to underlying sales growth until mid-2026 after third quarter sales were dented by disruption linked to the

November 28, 2025
Asda warns return to sales growth delayed by Walmart IT split disruption
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher, futures resume trade after outage

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday with futures trading springing back to life from an hours-long CME Group outage that had temporarily frozen currencies, commodities and

November 28, 2025
Wall St opens higher, futures resume trade after outage
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau soldiers appoint ally of deposed president as prime minister

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau have appointed a close ally of the deposed president as prime minister after seizing power following disputed elections

November 28, 2025
Guinea-Bissau soldiers appoint ally of deposed president as prime minister
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Trinidad's leader backtracks and says US Marines are in the country working on airport radar

Trinidad and Tobago's prime minister is backtracking comments where she asserted that no U.S. Marines were currently in the twin-island nation

November 28, 2025
Trinidad's leader backtracks and says US Marines are in the country working on airport radar
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU members seek safeguards in US tariff deal to protect industry

European Union governments want to put in place safeguards and a review clause in the tariff deal the bloc struck with the United States, to counter concerns

November 28, 2025
EU members seek safeguards in US tariff deal to protect industry
Business|Economy|Political

Canada budget deficit over first six months of 2025/26 rises to C$16.09 billion

Canada recorded a slightly higher C$16.09 billion ($11.52 billion) budget deficit for the first six months of the 2025/26 fiscal year as government expenditures grew faster

November 28, 2025
Canada budget deficit over first six months of 2025/26 rises to C$16.09 billion
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Family owned store discusses importance of shopping locally ahead of Small Business Saturday

Family owned store discusses importance of shopping locally ahead of Small Business Saturday

November 28, 2025
Family owned store discusses importance of shopping locally ahead of Small Business Saturday
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

US Soccer has bold plans for the World Cup legacy

The last time the United States hosted the World Cup, U.S. Soccer built on the the financial infusion and the public’s excitement to help launch Major League Soccer

November 28, 2025
US Soccer has bold plans for the World Cup legacy
Business|Economy|Education|Technology

Warburg Pincus to acquire Raptor Technologies for around $1.8 billion, sources say

Warburg Pincus has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Raptor Technologies from fellow investment firm Thoma Bravo, in a deal that values the school safety software

November 28, 2025
Warburg Pincus to acquire Raptor Technologies for around $1.8 billion, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall Street edges higher in thin post-holiday trade

U.S. stocks climbed on Friday in thin trading volume during a shortened session after Thanksgiving, driven by gains in retail and a recovery in tech

November 28, 2025
Wall Street edges higher in thin post-holiday trade
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves painted bleak economic picture despite having better news, OBR letter shows

British finance minister Rachel Reeves painted a bleak picture of the economy this month while she was in possession of forecasts that showed better-than-expected news

November 28, 2025
UK's Reeves painted bleak economic picture despite having better news, OBR letter shows
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Trump, Maduro spoke last week, New York Times reports

U.S.

November 28, 2025
Trump, Maduro spoke last week, New York Times reports
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American Airlines cuts number of jets needing Airbus software fix to 209

American Airlines said on Friday it expects some operational delays due to a major software change on a significant number of Airbus A320 jets, initially adding that the issue impacted

November 28, 2025
American Airlines cuts number of jets needing Airbus software fix to 209
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Bessent says US Treasury working to cut off federal benefits to 'illegal aliens'

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Friday that the U.S.

November 28, 2025
Bessent says US Treasury working to cut off federal benefits to 'illegal aliens'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

CoinShares pulls plug on select crypto ETFs ahead of US listing

CoinShares filed on Friday to withdraw its plan to launch three exchange-traded funds, as the European cryptocurrency firm plans to focus on higher-margin opportunities ahead of its U.S.

November 28, 2025
CoinShares pulls plug on select crypto ETFs ahead of US listing
Business|Economy|Health|World

Venezuelans worried about economic turmoil shun Black Friday deals

Venezuelans are skipping Black Friday shopping due to the country's struggling economy

November 28, 2025
Venezuelans worried about economic turmoil shun Black Friday deals
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump to pardon ex-Honduras leader serving US sentence after drug trafficking conviction

President Donald Trump said he will grant a pardon to former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernandez, who is serving a 45-year prison sentence in the U.S.

November 28, 2025
Trump to pardon ex-Honduras leader serving US sentence after drug trafficking conviction
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Congo, Rwanda presidents to sign peace deal in Washington next week, sources say

-The presidents of Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda will travel to Washington next week to sign a peace deal and meet with U.S.

November 28, 2025
Congo, Rwanda presidents to sign peace deal in Washington next week, sources say
Business|Economy|US|World

Bankrupt Yellow settles with pensions that sought billions

Yellow Corp has reached settlements with 14 pension plans that had sought over $7.4 billion from the bankrupt trucking company.

November 28, 2025
Bankrupt Yellow settles with pensions that sought billions
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations

Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations

November 29, 2025
Hondurans face elections under the shadow of Trump and fraud allegations
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|World

US Black Friday online sales hit $8.6 billion, says Adobe Analytics

U.S. shoppers spent $8.6 billion online on Black Friday, an Adobe Analytics report showed, as more consumers turned to laptops and phones instead of braving brisk weather to snap up deals

November 28, 2025
US Black Friday online sales hit $8.6 billion, says Adobe Analytics
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Hong Kong mourns victims of blaze that killed 128 and counting

Hong Kong on Saturday mourned the 128 people known to have died in a huge fire at a high-rise apartment complex, a toll that is likely to

November 29, 2025
Hong Kong mourns victims of blaze that killed 128 and counting
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports

The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-Lakers

The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set, with Miami facing Orlando and New York taking on Toronto in the Eastern Conference

November 29, 2025
The NBA Cup quarterfinal field is set: Heat-Magic, Knicks-Raptors, Suns-Thunder, Spurs-Lakers
Economy|Education|Environment

James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid

James Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, thwarting former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey’s bid for a political comeback

December 02, 2025
James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel|World

Global airlines race to fix Airbus jets; US reports little disruption

Global airlines scrambled to fix a software glitch on Airbus A320 jets on Saturday as a partial recall by

November 29, 2025
Global airlines race to fix Airbus jets; US reports little disruption
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast

Ukraine has used Sea Baby naval drones to strike two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea

November 29, 2025
Ukraine's naval drones strike Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea off the Turkish coast
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Micron to invest $9.6 billion in Japan to build AI memory chip plant, Nikkei reports

Micron Technology will invest 1.5 trillion yen ($9.6 billion) to build a new plant in Hiroshima in western Japan to produce advanced high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, the Nikkei

November 29, 2025
Micron to invest $9.6 billion in Japan to build AI memory chip plant, Nikkei reports
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|World

Hong Kong blaze spotlights enduring role of city's foreign domestic helpers

Indonesian domestic helper Fita spoke of the confusion inside the Hong Kong high-rise apartment complex as it was engulfed in

November 29, 2025
Hong Kong blaze spotlights enduring role of city's foreign domestic helpers
Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Vast Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills six, wounds dozens

A Russian attack on Ukraine killed six people and wounded dozens, officials said on Saturday, while emergency crews restored power to more than 400,000

November 29, 2025
Vast Russian overnight attack on Ukraine kills six, wounds dozens
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Chile's copper output, manufacturing production fall in October

Copper output in Chile, the world's largest producer of the metal, fell 7% year-on-year in October to 458,405 metric tons, statistics agency INE said on Friday.

November 29, 2025
Chile's copper output, manufacturing production fall in October
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

LME copper races to all-time peak above $11,200 a ton

Copper prices on the London Metal Exchange set a new all-time high above $11,200 on Friday, spurred by a weaker dollar, lower output in top producer Chile in October and planned

November 29, 2025
LME copper races to all-time peak above $11,200 a ton
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire

China announced a sweeping inspection of fire-safety standards in high-rise buildings nationwide on Saturday after a deadly fire in Hong Kong left at least 128 people dead,

November 29, 2025
China launches nationwide fire safety inspection following Hong Kong fire
Asia|Economy|World

Allies of Kyrgyzstan's president set to win snap parliamentary election

Kyrgyzstan votes in a snap parliamentary election on Sunday in which allies of President Sadyr Japarov are expected to win a resounding victory.

November 29, 2025
Allies of Kyrgyzstan's president set to win snap parliamentary election
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

China's central bank vows crackdown on virtual currency, flags stablecoin concerns

China's central bank reaffirmed its tough stance on virtual currencies on Saturday, warning of a resurgence in speculation and vowing to crack down on illegal activities

November 29, 2025
China's central bank vows crackdown on virtual currency, flags stablecoin concerns
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea

Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea

November 29, 2025
Ukraine says it hit Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers with underwater drones in Black Sea
Economy|Political|US

How far can Democrats ride the affordability argument? A progressive running in deep-red Tennessee is about to find out

How far can Democrats ride the affordability argument? A progressive running in deep-red Tennessee is about to find out

November 29, 2025
How far can Democrats ride the affordability argument? A progressive running in deep-red Tennessee is about to find out
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|Travel

Brown grass cost a famed golf course a big tournament and highlighted Hawaii water problems

The Plantation Course at Kapalua Resort on Maui is famous for its ocean views and hosting The Sentry, a $20 million PGA Tour event

November 29, 2025
Brown grass cost a famed golf course a big tournament and highlighted Hawaii water problems
Business|Economy|Technology|World

AI helps drive record $11.8 billion in Black Friday online spending

AI-powered shopping tools helped drive a surge in U.S. online spending on Black Friday, as shoppers bypassed crowded stores and turned to

November 29, 2025
AI helps drive record $11.8 billion in Black Friday online spending
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|Travel

Consumers should do their research before giving in to Travel Tuesday temptation

Chain stores have Black Friday

November 29, 2025
Consumers should do their research before giving in to Travel Tuesday temptation
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US

Shoppers spend billions on Black Friday to snag holiday deals, despite wider economic uncertainty

Despite wider economic uncertainty hovering above this year’s holiday season, shoppers turned out in big numbers for Black Friday — spending billions of dollars both in stores and online

November 29, 2025
Shoppers spend billions on Black Friday to snag holiday deals, despite wider economic uncertainty
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US|World

How could Venezuela's military respond to a US attack?

U.S.

November 29, 2025
How could Venezuela's military respond to a US attack?
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Venezuelan airspace should be viewed as closed. Maduro government slams 'colonial threat'

The Venezuelan government is accusing President Donald Trump of making a ”colonial threat” and seeking to undermine the South American country’s sovereignty

November 29, 2025
Trump says Venezuelan airspace should be viewed as closed. Maduro government slams 'colonial threat'
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela condemns Trump statement on closing the country's airspace

Venezuela condemned U.S. President Trump's assertion that the airspace around Venezuela should be considered closed, a government statement said on Saturday.

November 29, 2025
Venezuela condemns Trump statement on closing the country's airspace
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed

November 29, 2025
Trump maintains pressure campaign on Venezuela, saying its airspace should be considered closed
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|Technology|US

K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

November 29, 2025
K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US judge authorizes sale of Citgo parent's shares to Elliott affiliate

A U.S. judge on Saturday authorized the sale of shares in the Venezuela-owned parent of

November 29, 2025
US judge authorizes sale of Citgo parent's shares to Elliott affiliate
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China Nov non-manufacturing activity contracts for first time in nearly three years, PMI shows

China's non-manufacturing activity shrank in November for the first time since December 2022, an official survey showed on Sunday.

November 30, 2025
China Nov non-manufacturing activity contracts for first time in nearly three years, PMI shows
Business|Economy|World

China's factory activity shrinks for eighth month in November, PMI shows

China's factory activity shrank for an eighth month in November, an official survey showed on Sunday, suggesting the need for further stimulus to boost demand, as

November 30, 2025
China's factory activity shrinks for eighth month in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's factory activity shrinks again in November, services cool

China's factory activity shrank

November 30, 2025
China's factory activity shrinks again in November, services cool
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Stories on Momenta filing for Hong Kong IPO withdrawn

Two stories both headlined "Chinese autonomous driving firm Momenta files for Hong Kong IPO, sources say", carried on Dec 2 and updated on Dec 3 are wrong and have been withdrawn.

December 02, 2025
Stories on Momenta filing for Hong Kong IPO withdrawn
Economy|Health|Science

FDA official plans to change vaccine approval process, claiming that Covid-19 shots caused child deaths

FDA official plans to change vaccine approval process, claiming that Covid-19 shots caused child deaths

November 30, 2025
FDA official plans to change vaccine approval process, claiming that Covid-19 shots caused child deaths
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo XIV calls on Lebanese leaders to be true peacemakers as he seeks to bring message of hope

Pope Leo XIV has challenged Lebanon’s political leaders to be true peacemakers and put their differences aside

November 30, 2025
Pope Leo XIV calls on Lebanese leaders to be true peacemakers as he seeks to bring message of hope
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan finance minister says yen's rapid fall clearly not driven by fundamentals

Japan's finance minister said on Sunday that recent erratic swings in the foreign exchange market and rapid yen weakening are "clearly not driven by fundamentals".

November 30, 2025
Japan finance minister says yen's rapid fall clearly not driven by fundamentals
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Vote count under way in Honduras to elect new president in a close race after Trump’s intervention

Poll workers have begun tallying Hondurans’ votes as the country moves to elect a new president only days after U.S. President Donald Trump intervened in a close race with an endorsement of one candidate and announced he would pardon a former president

November 30, 2025
Vote count under way in Honduras to elect new president in a close race after Trump’s intervention
Economy|Travel|World

In battered Lebanon, an ancient Christian community awaits the new pope

In battered Lebanon, an ancient Christian community awaits the new pope

November 30, 2025
In battered Lebanon, an ancient Christian community awaits the new pope
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malaysia PM faces electoral setback as allies fall in Sabah state polls

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's allies were trounced in a regional election, results showed on Sunday, a grim first electoral test for the leader after three

November 30, 2025
Malaysia PM faces electoral setback as allies fall in Sabah state polls
Business|Economy|Political|World

Operations restart at Iraq's Khor Mor field, transporting gas to power stations, ministry says

Operations restarted at Iraq's Khor Mor gas field, with the transmission of gas to power stations starting at 2:00 a.m.

November 30, 2025
Operations restart at Iraq's Khor Mor field, transporting gas to power stations, ministry says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Norway wealth fund to back call for Microsoft human rights report at AGM

Norway's $2 trillion wealth fund said on Sunday it would vote for a shareholder proposal at Microsoft's annual general meeting this

November 30, 2025
Norway wealth fund to back call for Microsoft human rights report at AGM
Economy|Education|Finance|Health

SNAP benefits are flowing again, but many enrollees will soon hit another hurdle

SNAP benefits are flowing again, but many enrollees will soon hit another hurdle

November 30, 2025
SNAP benefits are flowing again, but many enrollees will soon hit another hurdle
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle

When it makes sense to help your adult kids financially — and when it doesn’t

When it makes sense to help your adult kids financially — and when it doesn’t

November 30, 2025
When it makes sense to help your adult kids financially — and when it doesn’t
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Tropical storm deaths top 600 in Southeast Asia, over 4 million affected

The death toll mounted to over 600 from floods and landslides caused by torrential rains across three countries in Southeast Asia, officials said on Sunday, as

November 30, 2025
Tropical storm deaths top 600 in Southeast Asia, over 4 million affected
Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves says she did not mislead public on the budget

British finance minister Rachel Reeves on Sunday denied she misled the public over official forecasts ahead of this month's budget, saying she had been honest

November 30, 2025
UK's Reeves says she did not mislead public on the budget
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy picks ex-Ukrainian envoy to US as reconstruction and investment adviser

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that he was naming Ukraine's former ambassador to the U.S., Oksana Markarova, as his new adviser on reconstruction and investment.

November 30, 2025
Zelenskiy picks ex-Ukrainian envoy to US as reconstruction and investment adviser
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

Top South Korean e-commerce firm Coupang apologises over massive data breach

South Korea's biggest online retailer, Coupang, apologised on Sunday over the breach of personal information from 33.7 million customer accounts through

November 29, 2025
Top South Korean e-commerce firm Coupang apologises over massive data breach
Business|Economy|World

OPEC+ holds oil output steady, agrees capacity mechanism

OPEC+ agreed to leave oil output levels unchanged for the first quarter of 2026 at its meetings on Sunday as the

November 29, 2025
OPEC+ holds oil output steady, agrees capacity mechanism
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Venezuelan leader Maduro may seem desperate. But his loyalty vs punishment strategy is hard to crack

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was once critical of English

November 30, 2025
Venezuelan leader Maduro may seem desperate. But his loyalty vs punishment strategy is hard to crack
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill

How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill

November 30, 2025
How life changed in a rural town that lost its clinic after Trump’s megabill
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Eight more suspected swine fever cases as Spain struggles to limit export damage

Eight more wild boar with suspected cases of African swine fever were discovered near Barcelona, La Vanguardia newspaper reported on Sunday, as Spain struggles to limit the

November 30, 2025
Eight more suspected swine fever cases as Spain struggles to limit export damage
Economy|Europe|World

Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida

Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida

November 30, 2025
Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ a deal can be reached to end the war after US-Ukraine talks in Florida
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax

Swiss voters have decisively rejected a call to require women to do national service in the military, civil protection teams or other forms as men must do already

November 30, 2025
Swiss voters reject mandatory national service for women and new inheritance tax
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australia house prices rise but growth slows in Sydney and Melbourne, Cotality says

Australian home prices jumped in November but gains in Sydney and Melbourne slowed, as expectations there would be no interest rate cuts anytime soon undermined sentiment in

November 30, 2025
Australia house prices rise but growth slows in Sydney and Melbourne, Cotality says
Economy|Environment|World

Swiss voters reject proposed tax on super rich

Switzerland on Sunday overwhelmingly rejected a proposed 50% tax on inherited fortunes of 50 million Swiss francs ($62 million) or more, with 78% of votes against the plan,

November 30, 2025
Swiss voters reject proposed tax on super rich
Business|Economy|US|World

White House’s Hassett says 'happy to serve' if chosen as Fed chair

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Sunday that he would be happy to serve as the next chairman of the U.S.

November 30, 2025
White House’s Hassett says 'happy to serve' if chosen as Fed chair
Crime|Economy|Europe

Greek farmers clash with police in protests over delayed EU farm subsidies

Greek farmers clashed with police on Sunday during protests in central and northern regions over the delayed payment of European Union subsidies prompted by an

November 30, 2025
Greek farmers clash with police in protests over delayed EU farm subsidies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US sees progress after talks in Florida with Ukraine, but more work needed to reach deal

U.S. and Ukrainian officials held what both sides called productive talks on Sunday about a Russia peace deal, with Secretary of State Marco

November 30, 2025
US sees progress after talks in Florida with Ukraine, but more work needed to reach deal
Economy|Education

13 students dominate region with largest class of National Merit semifinalists

13 students dominate region with largest class of National Merit semifinalists

November 30, 2025
13 students dominate region with largest class of National Merit semifinalists
Business|Economy|Health|World

UnitedHealth agrees to sell South American business to private equity firm Patria for $1 billion, sources say

UnitedHealth Group has agreed to sell its last South American business Banmedica to Brazilian private equity group Patria Investments for $1 billion,

November 30, 2025
UnitedHealth agrees to sell South American business to private equity firm Patria for $1 billion, sources say
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

'Zootopia 2' roars to record-setting global box office with $556M opening

“Zootopia 2" broke box office records with a massive Thanksgiving weekend opening

November 30, 2025
'Zootopia 2' roars to record-setting global box office with $556M opening
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Databricks in talks to raise capital at $134 billion valuation, The Information reports

Data analytics firm Databricks is in talks to raise $5 billion at a valuation of $134 billion, which is roughly 32 times this year's expected sales of about $4.1 billion, The

November 30, 2025
Databricks in talks to raise capital at $134 billion valuation, The Information reports
Economy|World

Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa dismissed on Sunday U.S.

November 30, 2025
Ramaphosa dismisses Trump’s threat to bar South Africa from 2026 G20 summit
Arts|Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Food

Treasury Wine flags $450 million writedown of US assets, shares hit decade low

Australia's Treasury Wine Estates said on Monday it expects to write off A$687.4 million ($449.56 million) from the value of its U.S. assets due to

November 30, 2025
Treasury Wine flags $450 million writedown of US assets, shares hit decade low
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK's Starmer says he is proud of budget and public was not misled

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he was proud of last week's budget, defending not only what he described as the "fair

November 30, 2025
UK's Starmer says he is proud of budget and public was not misled
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil climbs over $1 a barrel on OPEC action, Ukraine attack

Oil prices rose more than 1% on Monday following drone attacks by Ukraine, the closure of Venezuelan airspace by the United States, and OPEC's decision to

November 30, 2025
Oil climbs over $1 a barrel on OPEC action, Ukraine attack
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Australia's ASX announcements platform operational issue 'largely resolved'

Embattled stock exchange operator Australian Securities Exchange is facing fresh pressure to enact its turnaround plan, after its announcements platform suffered an

November 30, 2025
Australia's ASX announcements platform operational issue 'largely resolved'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

China's military firms struggle as corruption purge bites, report says

Revenues at China's giant military firms fell last year as corruption purges slowed arms contracts and procurement, according to a study released on Monday

November 30, 2025
China's military firms struggle as corruption purge bites, report says
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

Covet an Italian masterpiece, but shy of the millions? How about a digital copy at supercar prices

Italian cultural officials are offering digital copies of Italian masterpieces as part of a new project to help museums raise money

November 30, 2025
Covet an Italian masterpiece, but shy of the millions? How about a digital copy at supercar prices
Business|Economy|World

Japan's factory activity decline slows in November, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity shrank for the fifth consecutive month in November, weighed by sluggish demand, though the outlook improved slightly, a private-sector survey

December 01, 2025
Japan's factory activity decline slows in November, PMI shows
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president

Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president

December 01, 2025
Maduro resurfaces in Caracas, as Trump says he has spoken to Venezuelan president
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea November exports beat forecasts, led by chips and autos

South Korea's exports rose in November for a sixth consecutive month, beating market expectations, as chip sales hit a record on strong technology demand while autos also

December 01, 2025
South Korea November exports beat forecasts, led by chips and autos
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea's factory activity shrinks again on weak demand, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity contracted for a second straight month in November, as demand remained subdued, a private-sector survey showed on Monday, though a finalised

December 01, 2025
South Korea's factory activity shrinks again on weak demand, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan Q3 capex growth slows to 2.9%, but points to resilient demand

Japanese corporate spending on factories and equipment rose 2.9% in July-September against the same period the year before, Ministry of Finance data showed

December 01, 2025
Japan Q3 capex growth slows to 2.9%, but points to resilient demand
Business|Economy|World

UK services optimism falls at fastest pace in 3 years, CBI says

Optimism in Britain's services sector declined at the fastest pace in three years in the three months to November, hurt by ongoing cost pressures that have eroded profits,

December 01, 2025
UK services optimism falls at fastest pace in 3 years, CBI says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Shoppers scoured for deals online on Cyber Monday and delivered strong sales for retailers

Shoppers scoured for deals everything from electronics to clothing on Cyber Monday, delivering strong sales for online retailers and capping a five-day spending spree that kicked off on Thanksgiving

December 01, 2025
Shoppers scoured for deals online on Cyber Monday and delivered strong sales for retailers
Business|Economy|World

Bank Indonesia will bring rupiah to trade at 16,500 per dollar next year, governor says

The governor of Indonesia's central bank said on Monday that Bank Indonesia would next year bring the rupiah to trade at 16,500 per U.S. dollar, or even 16,400, adding he is

December 01, 2025
Bank Indonesia will bring rupiah to trade at 16,500 per dollar next year, governor says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Manufacturing weakens in Europe, Asia on faltering demand and tariff uncertainties

Manufacturing was weak in the U.S., Europe and Asia's biggest economies in November, business surveys showed on Monday, as subdued domestic demand and

December 01, 2025
Manufacturing weakens in Europe, Asia on faltering demand and tariff uncertainties
Business|Economy

BOJ to consider rate hike in December, governor says; yen, yields rise

The Bank of Japan will consider the "pros and cons" of raising interest rates at its next policy meeting, Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Monday, giving the

December 01, 2025
BOJ to consider rate hike in December, governor says; yen, yields rise
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's November new home prices climb but resale values extend declines, survey shows

BEIJING, Dec 1 - China's new home prices rose at a faster pace in November, but prices in the secondary market declined further in a sign that the crisis-hit property sector has yet to bottom out,

December 01, 2025
China's November new home prices climb but resale values extend declines, survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks finish lower, US yields rise as investors take breather to assess Fed moves

Global shares fell and U.S.

December 01, 2025
Stocks finish lower, US yields rise as investors take breather to assess Fed moves
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Australia expands grain-fed beef exports as US production falters

Six thousand Black Angus cattle chew on rolled barley, silage, cottonseed and molasses, fattening up in three rows of shaded pens under the hot

December 01, 2025
Australia expands grain-fed beef exports as US production falters
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar eases versus yen as BOJ hints at rate hike

The dollar slipped against the Japanese yen on Monday following Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda's strongest indication to date that

December 01, 2025
Dollar eases versus yen as BOJ hints at rate hike
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Gunvor weighs US energy push that could bolster Washington ties, sources say

Commodity trader Gunvor has held active talks to invest in U.S. oil- and gas-producing assets, which could smooth over ties with the Trump administration

December 01, 2025
Gunvor weighs US energy push that could bolster Washington ties, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's November factory activity swings back to decline, private PMI shows

China's factory activity in November contracted slightly as production growth came to a halt and new orders slowed, a private-sector survey showed on Monday.

December 01, 2025
China's November factory activity swings back to decline, private PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India's stellar growth, low inflation raise questions over rate cuts

India's robust growth numbers for the September quarter are raising questions about the need for lower rates even as record-low inflation gives the central bank

December 01, 2025
India's stellar growth, low inflation raise questions over rate cuts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks fall to their first loss in 6 days as bitcoin tumbles

U.S. stocks gave back some of last week’s rally, as bitcoin fell sharply again

December 01, 2025
US stocks fall to their first loss in 6 days as bitcoin tumbles
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Taiwan seeks tariffs cut to 15% in US trade deal

Taiwan is aiming for tariffs on its exports to the United States to be cut to 15% from 20% now, though help in training U.S. workers is not among the "conditions" figuring in

December 01, 2025
Taiwan seeks tariffs cut to 15% in US trade deal
Australia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

Australia's Star Entertainment names Mathieson Jr. as new chair

Star Entertainment has elected Bruce Mathieson Jr. as chairman, cementing the billionaire Mathieson family’s grip on the embattled casino firm after the family and U.S. gaming group

December 01, 2025
Australia's Star Entertainment names Mathieson Jr. as new chair
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Indonesia's October exports unexpectedly fall amid weak China demand

Indonesia posted a smaller-than-expected trade surplus in October after exports unexpectedly fell, official data showed on Monday,

December 01, 2025
Indonesia's October exports unexpectedly fall amid weak China demand
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Outage is latest problem to hit Australian stock exchange operator ASX

The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) was hit by an outage to its announcements platform on Monday, the latest setback for the stock exchange operator that is already

December 01, 2025
Outage is latest problem to hit Australian stock exchange operator ASX
Australia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia to overhaul defence bureaucracy to improve spending, delivery, says minister

Australia will reorganise its defence department, forming a Defence Delivery Agency and appointing a national armaments director to improve defence spending and delivery,

December 01, 2025
Australia to overhaul defence bureaucracy to improve spending, delivery, says minister
Business|Economy|World

RBNZ's first female governor takes reins after tumultuous period

The first job for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's new chief as she starts work on Monday is to make the central bank boring again, following a

December 01, 2025
RBNZ's first female governor takes reins after tumultuous period
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

Missouri launches sports betting as recent scandals shine a spotlight on the growing industry

Missouri has become the latest state to launch sports betting

December 01, 2025
Missouri launches sports betting as recent scandals shine a spotlight on the growing industry
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong fire probe reveals unsafe netting as public mourns and government stifles dissent

Hong Kong authorities say some of the netting on buildings that caught fire last week did not meet codes for fire resistance

December 01, 2025
Hong Kong fire probe reveals unsafe netting as public mourns and government stifles dissent
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares kick off December on negative note; Airbus slides

European shares ended lower on Monday, with defence and Airbus-led industrial stocks weighing heavily on the main index, kicking off the new

December 01, 2025
European shares kick off December on negative note; Airbus slides
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai central bank planning measures to ease strong baht, sees room for rate cuts

Thailand's central bank is planning measures to ease the upward pressure on the baht, including having banks tighten their controls on gold-related foreign exchange

December 01, 2025
Thai central bank planning measures to ease strong baht, sees room for rate cuts
Business|Economy|World

China export controls push European firms to move supply chains

(This December 1 story has been republished, with no changes to text.)

December 01, 2025
China export controls push European firms to move supply chains
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Standard Chartered raises China 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.6%

Standard Chartered revised its forecast for China's 2026 gross domestic product growth to 4.6% from 4.3%, citing the country's resilient exports and continued gains in

December 01, 2025
Standard Chartered raises China 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.6%
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Sri Lanka's cyclone death toll climbs to 355, with 366 missing

Rescuers in Sri Lanka were scrambling on Monday to clear roads and deliver aid to more than half a million people hit by a cyclone last week, as the

December 01, 2025
Sri Lanka's cyclone death toll climbs to 355, with 366 missing
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Honduras presidential election on knife's edge with Asfura and Nasralla tied

Honduran presidential candidates Nasry Asfura and Salvador Nasralla were practically tied in the latest vote count on Monday, with both holding just under 40% of the

December 01, 2025
Honduras presidential election on knife's edge with Asfura and Nasralla tied
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea market watchdog wary of FX risks for retail investors

The chief of South Korea's financial market watchdog said on Monday authorities would review protection measures for retail investors regarding foreign exchange risks amid

December 01, 2025
South Korea market watchdog wary of FX risks for retail investors
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Russian manufacturing sector faces sharper output decline in November, PMI shows

Russia's manufacturing sector witnessed a steeper decline in output in November, as supply shortages and reduced new orders continued to weigh heavily on production, a survey

December 01, 2025
Russian manufacturing sector faces sharper output decline in November, PMI shows
Crime|Economy|Political|World

St. Lucia's Pierre re-elected PM, ruling party holds majority

St.

December 01, 2025
St. Lucia's Pierre re-elected PM, ruling party holds majority
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

HSBC taps French start-up Mistral to supercharge generative-AI rollout

HSBC said on Monday it had signed a multi-year deal with French start-up Mistral AI to integrate generative artificial intelligence tools across the bank, aiming to speed up

December 01, 2025
HSBC taps French start-up Mistral to supercharge generative-AI rollout
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Rate hike prospect arrests yen decline, for now

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The year that started with a rate hike in Japan might just end with another after the clearest signal yet from Bank of Japan

December 01, 2025
Rate hike prospect arrests yen decline, for now
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Amazon and Google launch multicloud service for faster connectivity

Amazon and Google introduced a jointly developed multicloud networking service on Sunday to meet growing demand for reliable connectivity the companies said in a statement, at a

December 01, 2025
Amazon and Google launch multicloud service for faster connectivity
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space

Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space

December 01, 2025
Taps may run dry in this country, where the water crisis is so severe it can be seen from space
Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Political|World

OSCE observers say Kyrgyzstan election was efficient but freedoms increasingly limited

OSCE election observers said on Monday that a weekend parliamentary election in Kyrgyzstan had been efficiently run, but stifled by a restrictive campaign

December 01, 2025
OSCE observers say Kyrgyzstan election was efficient but freedoms increasingly limited
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Bitcoin falls again after weak November as bearish sentiment goes on

Bitcoin slumped on Monday, with the world's largest cryptocurrency down about 6% and on track for its biggest daily

December 01, 2025
Bitcoin falls again after weak November as bearish sentiment goes on
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments

Norway's Labour government failed to win backing for its 2026 draft budget by an end-November deadline but talks will resume in parliament

December 01, 2025
Norway government budget in peril over oil, wealth fund's Israel investments
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK manufacturing PMI shows first growth in over a year in November

Britain's manufacturing sector recorded its first increase in activity since September 2024 last month, bolstered by improved domestic demand and less of a slowdown in orders

December 01, 2025
UK manufacturing PMI shows first growth in over a year in November
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Ireland on Tuesday, government says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will pay his first official visit to Ireland on Tuesday, the government said in a statement.

December 01, 2025
Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Ireland on Tuesday, government says
Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Hong Kong Oct retail sales rise 6.9%, sees support from visitor growth

Hong Kong's retail sales by value rose 6.9% in October from a year earlier, the sixth month of gains, as recovery in retail sales gathered strength and sales of most broad

December 01, 2025
Hong Kong Oct retail sales rise 6.9%, sees support from visitor growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's slow-motion stock rally starts to win investor trust 

Fund managers are picking Chinese industrial stocks and holding volatile tech shares, betting a two-year-old equities rally

December 01, 2025
China's slow-motion stock rally starts to win investor trust 
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Euro zone factory activity contracts in November, job cuts accelerate, PMI shows

Euro zone manufacturing activity slipped back into contraction territory in November on weakening demand that forced firms to cut jobs at the quickest rate in seven

December 01, 2025
Euro zone factory activity contracts in November, job cuts accelerate, PMI shows
Africa|Business|Economy|World

South African manufacturing sentiment plunges in November

A monthly gauge of South African manufacturing sentiment saw its sharpest drop of the year in November, a purchasing managers' index (PMI) survey showed on Monday.

December 01, 2025
South African manufacturing sentiment plunges in November
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German consumer confidence dims as Christmas shopping season falters

German consumer sentiment has slumped to its lowest point of the year, just as shoppers should be flocking to stores for Christmas gifts, raising concerns

December 01, 2025
German consumer confidence dims as Christmas shopping season falters
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German manufacturing sector faces sharp decline in new orders, PMI shows

Germany's manufacturing sector experienced a marked deterioration in business conditions in November, as new orders fell at the fastest rate in ten months,

December 01, 2025
German manufacturing sector faces sharp decline in new orders, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French manufacturing sector contracted further in November, PMI shows

French manufacturing contracted further in November as a drop in production and slower demand for goods hit the sector, a survey from S&P Global said on Monday.

December 01, 2025
French manufacturing sector contracted further in November, PMI shows
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Landmine casualties hit 4-year high, driven by conflicts in Syria, Myanmar

Deaths and injuries from landmines and unexploded ordnance hit a four-year high in 2024, driven by conflicts in Syria and Myanmar, a new report showed

December 01, 2025
Landmine casualties hit 4-year high, driven by conflicts in Syria, Myanmar
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his Treasury chief Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public about government finances before last week's tax-hiking budget

December 01, 2025
UK leader Starmer backs Treasury chief over claims she misled the public about the economy
Business|Economy|Health|World

UK and US poised to agree zero-tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals, The Times says

The UK is poised to agree on a major pharmaceuticals deal with the U.S., which will mean zero import tariffs on pharmaceutical products into the U.S. and lead to an increase in NHS

December 01, 2025
UK and US poised to agree zero-tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals, The Times says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Tesla new registrations plummet in key European markets in November

Tesla registrations in several key European markets plunged in November from a year earlier as the U.S.

December 01, 2025
Tesla new registrations plummet in key European markets in November
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Airbus hit by new A320 quality problem after software recall

Airbus confirmed on Monday it faced an industrial quality issue with metal panels on some A320-family jets, in its latest challenge after a recall to fix a

December 01, 2025
Airbus hit by new A320 quality problem after software recall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

A far from quiet end to the year 

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets by Dhara Ranasinghe, Editor, Financial Markets EMEA. What matters in U.S. and global markets today. 

December 01, 2025
A far from quiet end to the year 
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall Street ends lower as yields climb; crypto stocks drop

U.S. stocks closed modestly lower on Monday, weighed down by a jump in Treasury yields and economic data that showed tariffs remained a drag on the

December 01, 2025
Wall Street ends lower as yields climb; crypto stocks drop
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK PM Starmer praises budget for retaining market confidence, sees growth ahead

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said last week's budget had retained market confidence which was key to providing stability for investors and businesses, and would in

December 01, 2025
UK PM Starmer praises budget for retaining market confidence, sees growth ahead
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Canadian banks expected to post strong fourth-quarter earnings

Analysts are expecting Canadian banks to report strong fourth-quarter results this week, benefiting from business at their investment banking and wealth

December 01, 2025
Canadian banks expected to post strong fourth-quarter earnings
Economy|Environment|Technology

Trump’s push for more AI data centers faces backlash from his own voters

The residents came in camouflage hats and red shirts signaling unity, more than 300 of them packing into a rural

December 01, 2025
Trump’s push for more AI data centers faces backlash from his own voters
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Flurry of Fed dissents in coming meetings could pose market, political risks

The U.S.

December 01, 2025
Flurry of Fed dissents in coming meetings could pose market, political risks
Asia|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is facing mounting criticism over his government’s slow response to deadly

December 01, 2025
Thailand floods hit PM Anutin's popularity ahead of snap polls
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Blue Owl's teachable moment for investors and asset managers chasing yield and 'hot money'

Blue Owl's turnabout decisions in the last two weeks – to merge, and then not merge, and then maybe merge two of its private credit funds at a later time –

December 01, 2025
Blue Owl's teachable moment for investors and asset managers chasing yield and 'hot money'
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health

Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak

Spain, which is mobilising to contain an outbreak of African swine fever in Barcelona, received confirmation from major pork importer

December 01, 2025
Spain to resume pork exports to China from regions unaffected by swine fever outbreak
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Government MPs soften claim on Italian central bank's gold to avoid ECB criticism

Ruling party lawmakers in Italy are backtracking from assertions that the central bank's $300 billion in gold reserves belong to the state, a document showed, in a bid to avoid

December 01, 2025
Government MPs soften claim on Italian central bank's gold to avoid ECB criticism
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Pope Leo, in crisis-hit Lebanon, urges faith leaders to unite for peace

Pope Leo gathered leaders of Lebanon's religious communities next to the old frontline of the country's sectarian civil war on Monday and urged peaceful

December 01, 2025
Pope Leo, in crisis-hit Lebanon, urges faith leaders to unite for peace
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

When formal systems stop working, neighbors turn to each other in what many call 'mutual aid'

Organizers say that interest in local, grassroots initiatives to meet community needs has been growing

December 01, 2025
When formal systems stop working, neighbors turn to each other in what many call 'mutual aid'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

BofA expects December Fed cut, two more in 2026

BofA Global Research on Monday said it now expects the U.S.

December 01, 2025
BofA expects December Fed cut, two more in 2026
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Technology

US holiday shoppers shake off economic blues for online spending spree

By Nicholas P.

December 01, 2025
US holiday shoppers shake off economic blues for online spending spree
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Nvidia takes $2 billion stake in Synopsys as AI deal spree accelerates

Nvidia has invested $2 billion in chip design software maker Synopsys as part of an expanded multi-year tie-up to jointly develop new tools for

December 01, 2025
Nvidia takes $2 billion stake in Synopsys as AI deal spree accelerates
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman Sachs to buy ETF sponsor Innovator in $2 billion cash-and-stock deal

Goldman Sachs said on Monday it will buy active exchange-traded fund sponsor Innovator Capital Management in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $2 billion, as the Wall Street bank

December 01, 2025
Goldman Sachs to buy ETF sponsor Innovator in $2 billion cash-and-stock deal
Business|Economy|Health|World

US announces zero tariff pharmaceutical deal with Britain

The United States and Britain announced a deal on Monday to secure zero tariffs on British pharmaceutical products

December 01, 2025
US announces zero tariff pharmaceutical deal with Britain
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Eli Lilly cuts Zepbound price to widen access for obesity drug

Eli Lilly said on Monday it has lowered the price of single-dose vials of its popular obesity drug Zepbound to make the treatment more affordable for U.S. patients, as demand for

December 01, 2025
Eli Lilly cuts Zepbound price to widen access for obesity drug
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves

Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves

December 01, 2025
Trump holds Venezuela Oval Office meeting amid growing questions about his military moves
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Omnicom to cut over 4,000 jobs, fold legacy ad brands after IPG takeover

Omnicom said on Monday it will lay off more than 4,000 employees and fold several well-known advertising agency brands after its $13 billion acquisition of rival

December 01, 2025
Omnicom to cut over 4,000 jobs, fold legacy ad brands after IPG takeover
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review

Stellantis Chief Executive Antonio Filosa on Monday welcomed Berlin's call to soften European Union car emissions rules, saying Germany's proposals aligned with industry

December 01, 2025
Stellantis CEO backs German push to ease EU car emissions rules ahead of key review
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's current account deficit moderates in Sept quarter as trade gap narrows

India's current account deficit moderated in the July-to-September quarter on the back of a lower merchandise trade deficit, the Reserve Bank of India said on

December 01, 2025
India's current account deficit moderates in Sept quarter as trade gap narrows
Business|Economy|World

Gunvor managers buy out CEO Tornqvist as company seeks 'definitive reset'

Global commodity trading house Gunvor's CEO Torbjorn Tornqvist will step down and sell his shareholding in a management buyout, weeks after

December 01, 2025
Gunvor managers buy out CEO Tornqvist as company seeks 'definitive reset'
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK stocks fall, dragged down by industrials; Powell speech in focus

Dec 1, 2025 - UK stocks dipped on Monday, dragged down by losses in industrials stocks, amid a general risk-off global sentiment across markets, with investors monitoring domestic data sets and the

December 01, 2025
UK stocks fall, dragged down by industrials; Powell speech in focus
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

India's current account deficit moderates to $12.3 billion in Sept quarter, RBI data shows

India's current account deficit moderated in the July-September quarter on the back of a lower merchandise trade deficit, the Reserve Bank of India said on Monday.

December 01, 2025
India's current account deficit moderates to $12.3 billion in Sept quarter, RBI data shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

When the world’s largest battery power plant caught fire, toxic metals rained down – wetlands captured the fallout

The Moss Landing battery fire became an unintended experiment – showing how burning lithium-ion cells scattered nickel, cobalt and manganese over a protected marsh.

December 01, 2025
When the world’s largest battery power plant caught fire, toxic metals rained down – wetlands captured the fallout
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|World

Iran’s president calls for moving its drought-stricken capital amid a worsening water crisis – how Tehran got into water bankruptcy

Iran’s sprawling cities and irrigated agriculture, along with tight market controls, have left the country vulnerable to drought. There are steps that would help.

December 01, 2025
Iran’s president calls for moving its drought-stricken capital amid a worsening water crisis – how Tehran got into water bankruptcy
Business|Economy|Education|Science

New York’s wealthy warn of a tax exodus after Mamdani’s win – but the data says otherwise

Research on millionaire migration reveals that social and professional ties matter far more than marginal tax rates.

December 01, 2025
New York’s wealthy warn of a tax exodus after Mamdani’s win – but the data says otherwise
Economy|Education|Finance|Interview|Opinion|Science|Technology

Rural high school students are more likely than city kids to get their diplomas, but they remain less likely to go to college

1 in 5 students in the US are living in rural areas.

December 01, 2025
Rural high school students are more likely than city kids to get their diplomas, but they remain less likely to go to college
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

Speaker Johnson’s choice to lead by following the president goes against 200 years of House speakers building up the office’s power

The founders’ vision of the speaker of the House – a nonpartisan moderator and referee – has yielded to a far more powerful position. But has Speaker Mike Johnson given away his chamber’s power?

December 01, 2025
Speaker Johnson’s choice to lead by following the president goes against 200 years of House speakers building up the office’s power
Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Why Greece is now the world’s best place to retire

Why Greece is now the world’s best place to retire

December 01, 2025
Why Greece is now the world’s best place to retire
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.

First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.

December 01, 2025
First they lost their parents in a fire. Now, the city is billing them for the demolition costs.
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens lower ahead of Powell speech, manufacturing data

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday as investors stood on the sidelines ahead of fresh economic data and a closely watched speech from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome

December 01, 2025
Wall St opens lower ahead of Powell speech, manufacturing data
Business|Economy|World

Canadian manufacturing PMI falls as trade tensions dent output, new orders

Canada's manufacturing sector contracted at a steeper pace in November as trade uncertainty continued to hold back output and new orders, data showed on

December 01, 2025
Canadian manufacturing PMI falls as trade tensions dent output, new orders
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Nigeria's economy grows 3.98% in Q3, driven by non-oil sector

Nigeria's economic growth slowed to 3.98% year-on-year in the third quarter, data showed on Monday, as inflation and tight monetary

December 01, 2025
Nigeria's economy grows 3.98% in Q3, driven by non-oil sector
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Canada's Barrick Mining explores IPO of North American assets

Barrick Mining said on Monday it was exploring an initial public offering of a subsidiary that would hold its North American gold assets as bullion prices this

December 01, 2025
Canada's Barrick Mining explores IPO of North American assets
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Accenture ties up with OpenAI to equip thousands of its employees with ChatGPT

Accenture will equip tens of thousands of its IT professionals with ChatGPT Enterprise through a partnership with OpenAI, as the consulting firm looks to capitalize on the growing

December 01, 2025
Accenture ties up with OpenAI to equip thousands of its employees with ChatGPT
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Thyssenkrupp, workers agree on job cuts in steel division

Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe said on Monday it had agreed with union IG Metall to cut or outsource about 11,000 jobs, or 40% of its workforce, and reduce production capacity to a

December 01, 2025
Thyssenkrupp, workers agree on job cuts in steel division
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IAG's Iberia extends flight Venezuela suspension through December

Spanish carrier Iberia on Monday extended the suspension of its flights to Venezuela until December 31, citing a recommendation from Spain's aviation safety agency AESA, as

December 01, 2025
IAG's Iberia extends flight Venezuela suspension through December
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JPMorgan doubles Swiss business by targeting wealthy clients

JPMorgan doubled its Swiss domestic private banking business between 2020 and 2024 and aims to do so again by 2030 as it targets the country's wealthiest

December 01, 2025
JPMorgan doubles Swiss business by targeting wealthy clients
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Democrat Mandela Barnes, a former US Senate candidate, enters the Wisconsin governor's race

A Democrat who served four years as Wisconsin’s lieutenant governor and narrowly lost a 2022 U.S. Senate bid is running for governor in the battleground state

December 02, 2025
Democrat Mandela Barnes, a former US Senate candidate, enters the Wisconsin governor's race
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'We can adjust pricing quite quickly': MSU professor explains dynamic pricing on Cyber Monday

'We can adjust pricing quite quickly': MSU professor explains dynamic pricing on Cyber Monday

December 01, 2025
'We can adjust pricing quite quickly': MSU professor explains dynamic pricing on Cyber Monday
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Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud

Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud

December 01, 2025
Trump commutes sentence of private equity CEO convicted of fraud
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'Big Short' investor Burry targets Tesla after slamming AI valuations

"The Big Short" investor Michael Burry took aim at electric automaker Tesla in a blog post, saying the Elon Musk-led company is "ridiculously overvalued", days

December 01, 2025
'Big Short' investor Burry targets Tesla after slamming AI valuations
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Top Russian banker says the EU faces 50 years of litigation if it takes Russia's frozen assets

Top Russian banker Andrei Kostin said that Moscow would retaliate if the European Union used frozen Russian sovereign assets for a loan to Ukraine, and said

December 01, 2025
Top Russian banker says the EU faces 50 years of litigation if it takes Russia's frozen assets
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Blackstone mulls abandoning bid for UK's Big Yellow Group, Sky News reports

Blackstone is "seriously contemplating" abandoning its bid for British self-storage company Big Yellow Group ahead of the upcoming deadline for a firm offer, Sky News reported on

December 01, 2025
Blackstone mulls abandoning bid for UK's Big Yellow Group, Sky News reports
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Remittances to Mexico register seventh consecutive dip, down 1.7% in October

Remittances to Mexico declined 1.7% from a year earlier in October, the nation's central bank said on Monday, totaling $5.64

December 01, 2025
Remittances to Mexico register seventh consecutive dip, down 1.7% in October
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US agency will charge $45 fee for air passengers without REAL IDs

The U.S.

December 01, 2025
US agency will charge $45 fee for air passengers without REAL IDs
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US screened record 3.13 million airline passengers on Sunday

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration said it screened 3.13 million airline passengers on Sunday, the highest number for a single day.

December 01, 2025
US screened record 3.13 million airline passengers on Sunday
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VTB CEO says Russian firms are eyeing Global South for expansion

Russian companies are eyeing expansion opportunities in the countries of the Global South and still have global ambitions despite

December 01, 2025
VTB CEO says Russian firms are eyeing Global South for expansion
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US manufacturing stuck in doldrums as tariff headwinds persist

U.S. manufacturing contracted for the ninth straight month in November, with factories facing slumping orders and higher prices for inputs as the drag

December 01, 2025
US manufacturing stuck in doldrums as tariff headwinds persist
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Sharpie maker Newell Brands to cut 900 jobs, take up to $90 million charges

Newell Brands will cut 900 jobs, or 3.8% of its global workforce, and take up to $90 million in restructuring charges, the Sharpie maker said on Monday.

December 01, 2025
Sharpie maker Newell Brands to cut 900 jobs, take up to $90 million charges
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BoE's Greene sees weaker jobs, consumption as key to any rate cut vote

Bank of England policymaker Megan Greene said on Monday she would need to see more signs of weakening in

December 01, 2025
BoE's Greene sees weaker jobs, consumption as key to any rate cut vote
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Bitcoin briefly dips below $85,000 in crypto rout

Bitcoin and companies tied to cryptocurrencies have extended a nearly two-month swoon, tracking with a broader market sell-off in technology companies that many see as overvalued

December 01, 2025
Bitcoin briefly dips below $85,000 in crypto rout
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85-year-old veteran volunteers tirelessly at Second Harvest

85-year-old veteran volunteers tirelessly at Second Harvest

December 01, 2025
85-year-old veteran volunteers tirelessly at Second Harvest
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Airbus finds another issue affecting its best-selling A320 passenger planes

Airbus finds another issue affecting its best-selling A320 passenger planes

December 01, 2025
Airbus finds another issue affecting its best-selling A320 passenger planes
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Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket line

New York City officials say Starbucks will pay about $35 million to more than 15,000 New York City workers to settle claims it denied them stable schedules and arbitrarily cut their hours

December 01, 2025
Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket line
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Trump invites Israel's Netanyahu to White House, prime minister's office says

U.S.

December 01, 2025
Trump invites Israel's Netanyahu to White House, prime minister's office says
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US says it will use G20 presidency to focus on economic growth

The U.S. on Monday assumed the 12-month presidency of the Group of 20 major economies amid a bitter feud with outgoing president South

December 01, 2025
US says it will use G20 presidency to focus on economic growth
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Turkey's Erdogan says attacks on Black Sea commercial ships unacceptable

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that attacks on commercial ships in the Black Sea

December 01, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan says attacks on Black Sea commercial ships unacceptable
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Shopify resolves login issues that impacted thousands of users on Cyber Monday

Shopify said it had fixed certain issues related to logging in to the online shopping platform that impacted thousands of customers and several small businesses on Cyber Monday.

December 01, 2025
Shopify resolves login issues that impacted thousands of users on Cyber Monday
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Amber Energy plans to hold on to Citgo refineries after takeover

Elliott Investment Management's affiliate Amber Energy plans to keep Citgo Petroleum's refineries, terminals and other connected assets once it takes

December 01, 2025
Amber Energy plans to hold on to Citgo refineries after takeover
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UK budget watchdog head quits over early release of Reeves' budget

The head of Britain's fiscal watchdog resigned on Monday after the agency last week inadvertently released key details of the government's

December 01, 2025
UK budget watchdog head quits over early release of Reeves' budget
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Nippon Steel sees US Steel weak performance as temporary, executive says

Nippon Steel sees the weak performance at its newly acquired U.S.

December 01, 2025
Nippon Steel sees US Steel weak performance as temporary, executive says
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Trump met with advisers on Venezuela as US ramps up pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump held talks on Monday with top advisers to discuss the pressure campaign on Venezuela, among other topics, a senior U.S. official said.

December 01, 2025
Trump met with advisers on Venezuela as US ramps up pressure
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US LNG exports hit record high in November on cooler weather, strong output

U.S. liquefied natural gas exports hit an all-time monthly high in November for the second straight month, driven by cooler weather and robust output from

December 01, 2025
US LNG exports hit record high in November on cooler weather, strong output
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You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof

You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof

December 01, 2025
You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof
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Economic jitters will not derail Americans'  generosity on Giving Tuesday, expert says

December 2 is the date this year when nonprofit organizations will celebrate Giving Tuesday, a global movement encouraging philanthropy on the heels of

December 01, 2025
Economic jitters will not derail Americans'  generosity on Giving Tuesday, expert says
Economy|Political|World

Trump to host leaders of Rwanda, Congo on Thursday

U.S. President Donald Trump will host the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday to sign a peace agreement, the White House said.

December 01, 2025
Trump to host leaders of Rwanda, Congo on Thursday
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Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don't comply with government rules

Nearly 44% of the 16,000 truck driving programs listed nationwide by the government may be forced to close if they lose their students after a review by the federal Transportation Department found they may not be complying with government requirements

December 01, 2025
Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don't comply with government rules
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Canada agrees to join EU initiative to surge defense spending

Canada has reached an agreement to join the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, which will give Canadian defense companies expanded access to the

December 01, 2025
Canada agrees to join EU initiative to surge defense spending
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Citadel's flagship fund gained 1.4% in November, sources say

Citadel's flagship fund Wellington posted a 1.4% return in November, boosting the fund's performance for the year to 8.3%, according

December 01, 2025
Citadel's flagship fund gained 1.4% in November, sources say
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Son of 'El Chapo' pleads guilty in US drug prosecution

A son of imprisoned Mexican drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman on Monday pleaded guilty in a U.S. drug trafficking case, months after his brother struck a

December 01, 2025
Son of 'El Chapo' pleads guilty in US drug prosecution
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US air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee

The Transportation Security Administration has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID will face a $45 fee starting in February

December 01, 2025
US air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee
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Bristol Myers must face $6.7 billion lawsuit over delayed cancer drug, US judge rules

A U.S. judge on Monday rejected Bristol Myers Squibb's bid to dismiss a $6.7 billion lawsuit claiming it cheated shareholders of the former Celgene by

December 01, 2025
Bristol Myers must face $6.7 billion lawsuit over delayed cancer drug, US judge rules
Business|Economy|World

Starbucks will pay $38.9 million to settle NYC probe over worker schedules

By Daniel Wiessner Dec 1 - Starbucks has agreed to pay $38.9 million to settle claims by New York City that the coffee chain violated a local law requiring fast food businesses to give workers

December 01, 2025
Starbucks will pay $38.9 million to settle NYC probe over worker schedules
Asia|Business|Economy|World

US to lower tariffs on South Korean autos to 15% effective Nov 1, Lutnick says

The U.S. will lower import duties on South Korean autos to 15% effective retroactively to November 1 and match the reciprocal tariffs imposed on Japan and the EU, Commerce

December 01, 2025
US to lower tariffs on South Korean autos to 15% effective Nov 1, Lutnick says
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UK's Starmer says China poses security threats, but urges deeper business ties

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that China poses "national security threats" to Britain, but defended his government's decision to step up

December 01, 2025
UK's Starmer says China poses security threats, but urges deeper business ties
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Cuba says 33 have died of mosquito-borne illnesses as epidemic rages

Cuba on Monday confirmed the deaths of 33 people from mosquito-borne illnesses in recent months in an epidemic that has hit at least one-third of the population, according to

December 01, 2025
Cuba says 33 have died of mosquito-borne illnesses as epidemic rages
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Costco sues US to preserve tariff refunds if Trump loses appeal

Costco has sued the U.S. government to ensure it will receive refunds if the Supreme Court rejects President Donald Trump's bid for sweeping authority

December 01, 2025
Costco sues US to preserve tariff refunds if Trump loses appeal
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|World

Nestlé explores sale of Blue Bottle Coffee, sources say

Swiss food giant Nestlé is working with investment bank Morgan Stanley to review options, including a potential sale, of its Blue Bottle Coffee chain,

December 01, 2025
Nestlé explores sale of Blue Bottle Coffee, sources say
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Ukraine offers bond swap on $3.2 billion GDP warrants in bid to emerge from default

Ukraine launched an offer to investors to swap $3.2 billion of complex and costly GDP warrants for international bonds on Monday, the government said, as

December 01, 2025
Ukraine offers bond swap on $3.2 billion GDP warrants in bid to emerge from default
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OpenAI takes stake in Thrive Holdings in latest enterprise AI push

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has taken a stake in Thrive Holdings as part of a partnership to embed artificial intelligence into traditional industries such

December 01, 2025
OpenAI takes stake in Thrive Holdings in latest enterprise AI push
Economy|Travel|World

Bolivia eases visa requirements for US and Israeli travelers

For travelers from the United States and Israel, visiting Bolivia has just become a little easier

December 01, 2025
Bolivia eases visa requirements for US and Israeli travelers
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Trump says he's rebuilding Dulles airport while his administration is fixing the 'people movers'

President Donald Trump has announced plans to reconstruct Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia

December 02, 2025
Trump says he's rebuilding Dulles airport while his administration is fixing the 'people movers'
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US threatens to withhold $30.4 million from Minnesota over foreign truck-driver licenses

The U.S.

December 01, 2025
US threatens to withhold $30.4 million from Minnesota over foreign truck-driver licenses
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Global Cyber Monday online sales hit $17.3 billion, Salesforce data shows

Shoppers spent $17.3 billion online on Cyber Monday, Salesforce data showed, capping the Black Friday weekend. Global online sales were up 5.3% through 12 p.m.

December 01, 2025
Global Cyber Monday online sales hit $17.3 billion, Salesforce data shows
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Amazon to deliver essentials, groceries in 30 minutes in parts of Seattle, Philadelphia

Amazon.com said on Monday it is testing ultra-fast delivery of household essentials and fresh groceries in parts of Seattle and Philadelphia, as the company doubles down on efforts

December 01, 2025
Amazon to deliver essentials, groceries in 30 minutes in parts of Seattle, Philadelphia
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New Zealand's new central bank head says low inflation remains key mandate

New Zealand's new central bank governor said on Tuesday the bank's top priority would remain keeping inflation low and stable while

December 01, 2025
New Zealand's new central bank head says low inflation remains key mandate
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Trading Day: World shivers on Japan rate chill

Global bond yields rose and stocks fell on Monday after Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda hinted that interest rates may rise later this month,

December 01, 2025
Trading Day: World shivers on Japan rate chill
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UN chief proposes slashing 2026 budget by $577 million, cutting 18% of jobs

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday formally proposed slashing the core U.N. budget for next year by $577 million and

December 01, 2025
UN chief proposes slashing 2026 budget by $577 million, cutting 18% of jobs
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Thousands rally in Bulgaria against 2026 budget, clash with police

Thousands of people rallied in the Bulgarian capital Sofia and several other cities on Monday, protesting against the 2026 budget plan, the first drafted in euros before the

December 01, 2025
Thousands rally in Bulgaria against 2026 budget, clash with police
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Trump turns to unconventional negotiating team heading to Russia in push for Ukraine peace deal

Trump turns to unconventional negotiating team heading to Russia in push for Ukraine peace deal

December 01, 2025
Trump turns to unconventional negotiating team heading to Russia in push for Ukraine peace deal
Americas|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?

Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?

December 02, 2025
Venezuela’s Maduro lost two allies in a week. What regional partners does he have left?
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UK shop inflation cooled in November but prices likely to rise in 2026, BRC says

British store chains last month reported lower inflation in the run up to Black Friday sales but higher costs in 2026 mean retailers might struggle to keep inflation on its

December 02, 2025
UK shop inflation cooled in November but prices likely to rise in 2026, BRC says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK private sector sees weak growth and gloom persist in months ahead, CBI says

Britain's private sector expects output to slide over the next three months in their gloomiest outlook since May, as cautious consumer spending and cost pressures continue to

December 02, 2025
UK private sector sees weak growth and gloom persist in months ahead, CBI says
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US Cyber Monday online sales hit $9.1 billion, Adobe Analytics says

U.S. shoppers spent $9.1 billion online on Cyber Monday, Adobe Analytics said, capping a strong Black Friday weekend marked by splurges from wealthier consumers and deal-hunting by

December 01, 2025
US Cyber Monday online sales hit $9.1 billion, Adobe Analytics says
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Trump rejected Maduro requests on call, options narrow for Venezuela leader, sources say

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro is running out of options to step down and leave his country under U.S.-guaranteed safe

December 01, 2025
Trump rejected Maduro requests on call, options narrow for Venezuela leader, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea headline inflation at 2.4% y/y, bolstering case for rate pause

South Korea's consumer prices rose 2.4% in November from a year earlier, driven by higher food and services costs, bolstering the case for the Bank of Korea to

December 01, 2025
South Korea headline inflation at 2.4% y/y, bolstering case for rate pause
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US

Canada has joined a major European Union defense fund

December 01, 2025
Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Rep. Mike Turner explains what concerns him about boat strikes

CNN's Erin Burnett talks to Republican Congressman Mike Turner of the Armed Services Committee about the U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats from Venezuela and whether the strikes were illegal.

December 02, 2025
Rep. Mike Turner explains what concerns him about boat strikes
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Japan finance minister says no divergence with BOJ on economic assessment

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday she sees no gap between the government and the Bank of Japan on their assessment of the economy, after the central

December 02, 2025
Japan finance minister says no divergence with BOJ on economic assessment
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Trump administration to inject up to $150 million into chip laser startup xLight

The Trump administration has agreed to take a stake in xLight - a startup seeking to develop free-electron lasers viewed as key to making faster

December 02, 2025
Trump administration to inject up to $150 million into chip laser startup xLight
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia's government spending likely boosted Q3 economic growth

Australia's government spending jumped in the third quarter to add to a long-awaited rebound in business investment, setting the stage for a solid economic performance.

December 02, 2025
Australia's government spending likely boosted Q3 economic growth
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance

French President Emmanuel Macron will travel to China this week for his fourth state visit, as Europe seeks to balance economic and security threats from

December 02, 2025
Macron heads to China as Europe walks tightrope between rivalry and reliance
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Intel to invest additional $208 million in Malaysia, PM says

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said U.S. chipmaker Intel has announced an additional investment of 860 million ringgit ($208 million) in the country for

December 02, 2025
Intel to invest additional $208 million in Malaysia, PM says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Australia rolls out AI roadmap, steps back from tougher rules

Australia on Tuesday unveiled a roadmap to ramp up the adoption of artificial intelligence across its economy but said it would rely on existing laws to manage

December 02, 2025
Australia rolls out AI roadmap, steps back from tougher rules
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Dollar recovers ground vs yen; euro steadies after inflation data

The dollar regained ground against the yen, recovering from Monday's selloff, even as expectations for a December rate hike by the Bank of Japan

December 02, 2025
Dollar recovers ground vs yen; euro steadies after inflation data
Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Visiting Vientiane, the world’s youngest Communist capital

Visiting Vientiane, the world’s youngest Communist capital

December 02, 2025
Visiting Vientiane, the world’s youngest Communist capital
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Stocks rise, bonds and bitcoin regain some footing

Global shares rose on Tuesday and both cryptocurrencies and global government bonds stabilised after the previous day's selloff, which

December 02, 2025
Stocks rise, bonds and bitcoin regain some footing
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil eases amid uncertainty around Russia-Ukraine peace plan, oversupply worries

Oil prices declined 1% on Tuesday as markets weighed faltering Russia-Ukraine peace hopes against fears of oversupply.

December 02, 2025
Oil eases amid uncertainty around Russia-Ukraine peace plan, oversupply worries
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street holds steadier as bond yields and bitcoin stabilize

The U.S. stock market held steadier as both bond yields and bitcoin stabilized

December 02, 2025
Wall Street holds steadier as bond yields and bitcoin stabilize
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Dell family to donate $6 billion to 'Trump accounts' of 25 million US children

Entrepreneur Michael Dell and his wife, Susan, will deposit $250 in the individual investment accounts of 25 million American children in

December 02, 2025
Dell family to donate $6 billion to 'Trump accounts' of 25 million US children
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Second proxy adviser calls for vote against Westpac director over ASX stint

A second influential proxy adviser has recommended institutional investors vote against re-electing Westpac non-executive director Peter

December 02, 2025
Second proxy adviser calls for vote against Westpac director over ASX stint
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call

U.S.

December 02, 2025
Brazil's Lula and Trump discuss trade, sanctions in phone call
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Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace

Russian President Vladimir Putin met U.S.

December 02, 2025
Putin meets Witkoff and Kushner for over four hours to discuss Ukraine peace
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

EU takes small steps in uphill struggle to wean savers off cash

A decade after it began working on a capital markets union, the EU is still struggling to agree a framework that encourages savers to

December 02, 2025
EU takes small steps in uphill struggle to wean savers off cash
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Costco becomes biggest company yet to demand refund of Trump tariffs

Costco is joining other companies that aren’t waiting to see whether the Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trump’s most sweeping import taxes

December 02, 2025
Costco becomes biggest company yet to demand refund of Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Technology

Marvell in advanced talks to buy Celestial AI in multi-billion-dollar deal, The Information says

U.S. chipmaker Marvell Technology is in advanced talks to acquire chip startup Celestial AI in a cash-and-stock deal worth multiple billions of dollars, the Information reported on

December 02, 2025
Marvell in advanced talks to buy Celestial AI in multi-billion-dollar deal, The Information says
Economy|Education|Science|Technology|World

AI's impact could worsen gaps between world's rich and poor, a UN report says

A new report by the United Nations Development Program is urging governments to focus more on how artificial intelligence technologies might affect people already disadvantaged in a data-driven world

December 02, 2025
AI's impact could worsen gaps between world's rich and poor, a UN report says
Business|Economy|World

Russia's Putin seeks to boost energy, defence exports with India visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin starts a two-day visit to India from Thursday, pitching for more sales of Russian oil, missile systems and

December 02, 2025
Russia's Putin seeks to boost energy, defence exports with India visit
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Pope urges Middle East to reject 'horror of war' at end of first overseas trip

Pope Leo bade farewell to Lebanon on Tuesday with a fervent appeal to leaders across the Middle East to listen to their people's cries

December 02, 2025
Pope urges Middle East to reject 'horror of war' at end of first overseas trip
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump's push to end Ukraine war raises fears of 'ugly deal' for Europe

However Donald Trump’s latest push to end the war in Ukraine pans out, Europe fears the prospect of a deal – sooner or later – that will not punish or weaken

December 02, 2025
Trump's push to end Ukraine war raises fears of 'ugly deal' for Europe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Auction bid steadies Japan bond slide

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook There was relief in the Japanese government bond market on Tuesday, where a 10-year auction went off quite well and helped to

December 02, 2025
Auction bid steadies Japan bond slide
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Apple to resist India order to preload state-run app as political outcry builds

Apple does not plan to comply with a mandate to preload its smartphones with a state-owned cyber safety app and will convey its

December 02, 2025
Apple to resist India order to preload state-run app as political outcry builds
Americas|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion

U.S.-operated flights returning deported migrants to Venezuela will continue despite President Donald Trump’s assertion to consider the country’s airspace closed

December 02, 2025
Venezuela to continue accepting deported migrants despite Trump's airspace closure assertion
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China issues first batch of streamlined rare earth export licences, source says

China has issued the first batch of new rare earth export licences that should accelerate shipments to certain customers, a source said on Tuesday, fulfilling a key outcome of the

December 02, 2025
China issues first batch of streamlined rare earth export licences, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Bank of England sees greater financial risks from AI and lending

The Bank of England said on Tuesday that threats to Britain's financial system had risen this year due to stretched valuations of companies investing in

December 02, 2025
Bank of England sees greater financial risks from AI and lending
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US investor Saba Capital blocks merger of Baillie Gifford-managed trusts in London

U.S. activist investor Saba Capital has blocked a proposed merger of two London-listed Baillie Gifford-managed investment trusts, the firms said on Tuesday, in the

December 02, 2025
US investor Saba Capital blocks merger of Baillie Gifford-managed trusts in London
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|World

Exxon Mobil approached Iraq about buying Lukoil's West Qurna oilfield stake, sources say

Exxon Mobil has approached the Iraqi oil ministry to express its interest in buying Russian firm Lukoil's majority stake in the giant West Qurna 2 oilfield, five Iraqi official

December 02, 2025
Exxon Mobil approached Iraq about buying Lukoil's West Qurna oilfield stake, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

A Japanese regional assembly is set to vote by December 22 on restarting nuclear plant

A Japanese regional assembly on Tuesday began deliberations on whether to partially restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant, the

December 02, 2025
A Japanese regional assembly is set to vote by December 22 on restarting nuclear plant
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

UK house prices rise 0.3% in November, affordability likely to improve, Nationwide says

British house prices rose slightly faster than expected in November, defying concerns about the impact of finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget, and higher wages were

December 02, 2025
UK house prices rise 0.3% in November, affordability likely to improve, Nationwide says
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Bank of England eases bank capital requirements in bid to boost growth

By Lawrence White and Phoebe Seers LONDON, Dec 2 - Britain's central bank on Tuesday cut the amount of capital it estimates lenders need to hold, making its first reduction to bank capital demands

December 02, 2025
Bank of England eases bank capital requirements in bid to boost growth
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Germany not doing enough to halt economic 'free fall', says industry body

Germany's government must do more to save industry from the country's economic "free fall", said the BDI sector association on Tuesday, as it slashed its

December 02, 2025
Germany not doing enough to halt economic 'free fall', says industry body
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Japan panel softens tone on fiscal discipline amid Takaichi's reflationary push

An advisory panel to Japan's finance minister adopted a much softer stance in its budget recommendations on Tuesday, a change in approach to fiscal

December 02, 2025
Japan panel softens tone on fiscal discipline amid Takaichi's reflationary push
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China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said China is more frequently projecting military power further into the Pacific, in a speech highlighting the challenges Australia

December 02, 2025
China's military reaching further, more frequently into Pacific, says Australia
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European shares little changed; Bayer surges on Trump administration backing

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Purvi Agarwal and Tharuniyaa .

December 02, 2025
European shares little changed; Bayer surges on Trump administration backing
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Exxon in talks with Iraq about buying Lukoil stake in giant West Qurna 2 oilfield, sources say

Exxon Mobil has approached the Iraqi oil ministry to express its interest in buying Russian firm Lukoil's

December 02, 2025
Exxon in talks with Iraq about buying Lukoil stake in giant West Qurna 2 oilfield, sources say
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UK fund managers plan to raise FX hedges on volatile pound, report says

Almost half of UK fund managers are planning to increase their currency hedging in 2026 due to volatility in the pound, a new report from FX and cash

December 02, 2025
UK fund managers plan to raise FX hedges on volatile pound, report says
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Tennessee special election stirs Democratic hopes and GOP fears of an upset

Tennessee special election stirs Democratic hopes and GOP fears of an upset

December 02, 2025
Tennessee special election stirs Democratic hopes and GOP fears of an upset
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Minimalist Prada buys maximalist Versace for $1.4 billion, in bid to relaunch sexier Milan rival

The Prada Group has officially purchased Milan fashion rival Versace for $1.375 billion

December 02, 2025
Minimalist Prada buys maximalist Versace for $1.4 billion, in bid to relaunch sexier Milan rival
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Bank of England's Bailey urges banks to boost lending after capital change

Banks should increase their lending to boost the economy following a reduction in the amount of capital they need to set aside, the Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey

December 02, 2025
Bank of England's Bailey urges banks to boost lending after capital change
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Russia's Dmitriev to meet US envoy Witkoff in Moscow, sources say

Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev will meet U.S. special representative Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday, sources close to U.S.-Russia talks told Reuters.

December 02, 2025
Russia's Dmitriev to meet US envoy Witkoff in Moscow, sources say
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Euro zone inflation ticks up, pointing to steady ECB rates

Euro zone inflation unexpectedly ticked up last month, likely solidifying bets that no further European Central Bank rate cuts are coming anytime soon, data from Eurostat

December 02, 2025
Euro zone inflation ticks up, pointing to steady ECB rates
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Tariffs, AI boom could test global growth's resilience, OECD says

Global growth is holding up better than expected as an artificial intelligence investment boom helps offset some of the shock from U.S. tariff hikes, the OECD

December 02, 2025
Tariffs, AI boom could test global growth's resilience, OECD says
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UK set for faster growth in 2026, slower inflation, OECD forecasts

Britain's economy will grow faster than previously expected next year, the OECD said on Tuesday, citing the impact of finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget

December 02, 2025
UK set for faster growth in 2026, slower inflation, OECD forecasts
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'Mischievous hands': Indonesians blame deforestation for devastating floods

Indonesian Reliwati Siregar gestured angrily at deforestation around her home on the island of Sumatra, where landslides and floods

December 02, 2025
'Mischievous hands': Indonesians blame deforestation for devastating floods
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Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds

Nawaz Nashra recalls grabbing her three-year-old daughter, wrapping her in a bedsheet and running out of their home in central Sri Lanka

December 02, 2025
Sri Lanka grapples with trauma, loss after deadly cyclone that killed hundreds
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Major milestone: US gas prices drop below $3 a gallon for first time since May 2021

Major milestone: US gas prices drop below $3 a gallon for first time since May 2021

December 02, 2025
Major milestone: US gas prices drop below $3 a gallon for first time since May 2021
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Despite US trade war, OECD expects global economy will grow 3.2% this year

The world economy has proven surprisingly durable in the face of President Donald Trump’s trade wars, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Tuesday, upgrading its outlook for global and U.S. economic growth this year

December 02, 2025
Despite US trade war, OECD expects global economy will grow 3.2% this year
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Tesla's China-made EV sales rise 9.9% in November

Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales rose 9.9% in November from a year earlier, as the U.S. automaker grapples with intense competition in China and Europe.

December 02, 2025
Tesla's China-made EV sales rise 9.9% in November
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Germany's foreign minister to visit China next week, as EU prepares to toughen up on trade

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will visit China from December 8 to 9, two sources familiar with his plans said, after he abruptly cancelled a planned

December 02, 2025
Germany's foreign minister to visit China next week, as EU prepares to toughen up on trade
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Fintech firm Wealthfront seeks up to $2.05 billion valuation in US IPO

Automated digital wealth management firm Wealthfront is targeting a valuation of up to $2.05 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, it said on Tuesday,

December 02, 2025
Fintech firm Wealthfront seeks up to $2.05 billion valuation in US IPO
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German antitrust watchdog tests Apple's revised app tracking rules

Germany's antitrust authority said on Tuesday it is testing Apple's proposed changes to its app tracking rules, seeking feedback from publishers, media

December 02, 2025
German antitrust watchdog tests Apple's revised app tracking rules
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Kremlin says decline in India's imports of Russian oil may be temporary

India's imports of Russian oil may decline for only "a brief period" as Moscow plans to boost supplies, using sophisticated technology to avert the impact

December 02, 2025
Kremlin says decline in India's imports of Russian oil may be temporary
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Hungary PM Orban's Fidesz narrows gap on opposition rival, opinion poll shows

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party narrowed the gap on opposition rival Tisza in November, an opinion poll showed on

December 02, 2025
Hungary PM Orban's Fidesz narrows gap on opposition rival, opinion poll shows
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Equities rise on Fed rate cut optimism, Boeing jumps

U.S. stocks closed higher to record their sixth gain in seven sessions in muted trading on Tuesday, buoyed by gains in technology shares as

December 02, 2025
Equities rise on Fed rate cut optimism, Boeing jumps
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Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says

Inflation in the euro zone is practically at the European Central Bank's 2% target and will fluctuate around it despite a tariff-induced price rise in the United States,

December 02, 2025
Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says
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EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine

A task force of EU vets began work in Barcelona on Tuesday to help contain an African swine fever outbreak as Spain, one of the world's

December 02, 2025
EU vets assess Barcelona swine fever outbreak as cases rise to nine
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Michael and Susan Dell donate $6.25 billion to encourage families to claim 'Trump Accounts'

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell pledged a historic $6.25 billion on Tuesday to provide an incentive to families to adopt new investment accounts for children

December 02, 2025
Michael and Susan Dell donate $6.25 billion to encourage families to claim 'Trump Accounts'
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AI could increase divide between rich and poor states, UN report warns

Artificial Intelligence could widen gaps between developed and developing countries, a U.N. report said on Tuesday, calling for policy measures to limit the impact.

December 02, 2025
AI could increase divide between rich and poor states, UN report warns
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Brazil's economy predicted to have expanded modestly in third quarter: Reuters Poll

Brazil's economy is predicted to have expanded modestly in the third quarter, weighed down by a seasonal drop in agricultural output, a Reuters poll

December 02, 2025
Brazil's economy predicted to have expanded modestly in third quarter: Reuters Poll
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What might a Ukraine peace deal look like?

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December 02, 2025
What might a Ukraine peace deal look like?
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Amazon cuts seller fees in Europe in Shein, Temu price war

Amazon is cutting the fees it charges sellers in Europe as it responds to competition from marketplaces like Shein and Temu that sell clothes, homeware and

December 02, 2025
Amazon cuts seller fees in Europe in Shein, Temu price war
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JetBlue resumes operations after Airbus software modifications, flags capacity impact

Low-cost U.S. carrier JetBlue Airways said on Tuesday it had completed the required software updates on its A320 and A321 fleet, in relation to Airbus' recall of the same last week,

December 02, 2025
JetBlue resumes operations after Airbus software modifications, flags capacity impact
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Bulgaria's government withdraws 2026 draft budget after protests

Bulgaria's government on Tuesday withdrew its 2026 budget plan, the first drafted in euros before the European Union member state adopts the currency on January 1, following

December 02, 2025
Bulgaria's government withdraws 2026 draft budget after protests
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Russian officials warn of challenges posed by strong rouble

The Russian rouble will be stronger than previously expected, which represents a challenge for the economy, with several major export-

December 02, 2025
Russian officials warn of challenges posed by strong rouble
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BlackRock turns bearish on long-term Treasuries as AI funding wave looms

The BlackRock Investment Institute said on Tuesday it is turning bearish on long-term U.S.

December 02, 2025
BlackRock turns bearish on long-term Treasuries as AI funding wave looms
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Lumexa Imaging targets up to $1.89 billion valuation in US IPO

Lumexa Imaging is aiming for a valuation of more than $1.89 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, the Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe-backed company said on Tuesday.

December 02, 2025
Lumexa Imaging targets up to $1.89 billion valuation in US IPO
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Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says

Switzerland may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, a top Swiss trade negotiator was quoted as saying on Tuesday after the country reached a tariff deal to get parity with the

December 02, 2025
Swiss may need to get used to U.S. tariffs, official says
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Airbus CEO studying December impact of latest glitch after 'weak' November

Airbus is assessing the impact on year-end deliveries of a fuselage quality issue on some A320 jets after the newly discovered snag led to "weak" November

December 02, 2025
Airbus CEO studying December impact of latest glitch after 'weak' November
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Bumpier December

By Mike Dolan Dec 2 - What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Last month showed that 'buy the dip' stock market behavior is alive and well,

December 02, 2025
Bumpier December
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Edmunds compares the new Cadillac Optiq and Audi Q4 E-tron

With the federal EV tax incentives gone, you might not have the budget for the luxury electric SUV you wanted

December 02, 2025
Edmunds compares the new Cadillac Optiq and Audi Q4 E-tron
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Why protecting Colorado children from dying of domestic violence is such a hard problem

Lethal domestic violence is persistent, despite a statewide decline in overall homicides.

December 02, 2025
Why protecting Colorado children from dying of domestic violence is such a hard problem
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Economic warning sign: Holiday jobs are tougher to find

Economic warning sign: Holiday jobs are tougher to find

December 02, 2025
Economic warning sign: Holiday jobs are tougher to find
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Michael and Susan Dell donate $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American kids

Michael and Susan Dell donate $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American kids

December 02, 2025
Michael and Susan Dell donate $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American kids
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Larry Summers’ sexism is jeopardizing his power and privilege, but the entire economics profession hinders progress for women

In 2024, only about 1 in 3 newly minted economics Ph.D.s were women.

December 02, 2025
Larry Summers’ sexism is jeopardizing his power and privilege, but the entire economics profession hinders progress for women
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Boeing CFO expects higher jet deliveries, positive cash flow next year

Boeing expects positive cash flow in 2026, lifted by higher deliveries of its commercial jets,  the company's finance chief said on Tuesday,

December 02, 2025
Boeing CFO expects higher jet deliveries, positive cash flow next year
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Wall St opens higher as markets mull Fed's next step

U.S. stocks opened higher on Tuesday, steadying after Wall Street's first pullback in more than a week in the previous session, on growing bets of rate cuts ahead of fresh inflation

December 02, 2025
Wall St opens higher as markets mull Fed's next step
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Record shoppers, online sales surge signal strong US holiday season momentum

U.S. shoppers spent $14.25 billion on Cyber Monday, pushing total online sales over the Thanksgiving weekend to $44.2 billion, according to an Adobe Analytics report, as consumers

December 02, 2025
Record shoppers, online sales surge signal strong US holiday season momentum
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RTX secures $1.6 billion sustainment contract for F135 engines

RTX said on Tuesday it has secured a $1.6 billion sustainment contract related to its F135 engines, which power variants of Lockheed Martin's F-35 fighter jets.

December 02, 2025
RTX secures $1.6 billion sustainment contract for F135 engines
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OPEC+ members to undergo annual oil capacity audit under new plan, sources say

OPEC+ members will undergo an annual assessment of their oil production capacity starting next year for use in 2027,

December 02, 2025
OPEC+ members to undergo annual oil capacity audit under new plan, sources say
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says

France's ageing population will drive public spending to pandemic-era highs in coming decades while eroding tax income, the public audit office warned on Tuesday.

December 02, 2025
France faces pandemic-level spending to support ageing population, audit office says
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Fearing AI job losses, some young workers in Britain shift towards skilled trades

In a labour market where artificial intelligence is quickly transforming and sometimes replacing jobs, student Maryna Yaroshenko wanted

December 02, 2025
Fearing AI job losses, some young workers in Britain shift towards skilled trades
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CVS to pay $37.8 million to settle claims over insulin pens

CVS Health will pay $37.76 million to settle allegations it dispensed too many insulin pens to patients, and then obtained improper reimbursements from

December 02, 2025
CVS to pay $37.8 million to settle claims over insulin pens
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Russia's Putin says output fall in some sectors not acceptable

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that a fall in output in some sectors of the economy was not acceptable, and a transition to balanced growth remained a goal

December 02, 2025
Russia's Putin says output fall in some sectors not acceptable
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Romania seeks judicial pension reform again after first try thwarted

Romania's government sought fast-track parliamentary approval on Tuesday for a bill raising the retirement age for judges and prosecutors and capping their pensions after

December 02, 2025
Romania seeks judicial pension reform again after first try thwarted
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US SEC chief calls for redo of executive compensation disclosure rules

Wall Street's chief regulator said on Tuesday the U.S.

December 02, 2025
US SEC chief calls for redo of executive compensation disclosure rules
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Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you

President Vladimir Putin warned European powers on Tuesday that if they started a war with Russia then Moscow was ready to fight and that the defeat of

December 02, 2025
Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you
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Putin threatens to 'cut Ukraine off from the sea' after attacks on tankers

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened on Tuesday to sever Ukraine's access to the sea in response to drone attacks on tankers of Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Black

December 02, 2025
Putin threatens to 'cut Ukraine off from the sea' after attacks on tankers
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump removes 'renewable' from title of U.S. energy lab

The Trump administration has renamed one of the country's energy laboratories to remove the word 'renewable' in the latest effort to downplay

December 02, 2025
Trump removes 'renewable' from title of U.S. energy lab
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Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag

Ford Motor Co and Hyundai Motor on Tuesday reported marginal declines in U.S. auto sales in November, as sales of electric vehicles fizzled following the end of tax credits.

December 02, 2025
Ford, Hyundai US sales down slightly in November as EVs drag
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Fed's Collins warns fragmented global economy could push up inflation 

By Michael S.

December 02, 2025
Fed's Collins warns fragmented global economy could push up inflation 
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Walmart invests $350 million in second U.S. milk processing plant

Walmart said on Tuesday it had opened a second milk processing facility in the United States at an investment of $350 million, as the U.S. retailer seeks to strengthen its supply

December 02, 2025
Walmart invests $350 million in second U.S. milk processing plant
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Hermes heir takes aim at LVMH's Arnault in missing shares civil lawsuit, court document shows

Hermes heir Nicolas Puech has sued Bernard Arnault and his LVMH luxury conglomerate, among other parties, in a civil case related to

December 02, 2025
Hermes heir takes aim at LVMH's Arnault in missing shares civil lawsuit, court document shows
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Fact check: Trump delivers long list of false claims at Cabinet meeting

Fact check: Trump delivers long list of false claims at Cabinet meeting

December 02, 2025
Fact check: Trump delivers long list of false claims at Cabinet meeting
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NATO chief dismisses concerns about US commitment to the alliance ahead of Ukraine meeting

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte brushed off fresh concern about the United States’ commitment to the military organization on the eve of a meeting of allied foreign ministers focused on Russia’s war against Ukraine

December 02, 2025
NATO chief dismisses concerns about US commitment to the alliance ahead of Ukraine meeting
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Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants

Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants

December 02, 2025
Government ends TPS for Haitians: What this means for 300,000 immigrants
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Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska

Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska

December 02, 2025
Tyson Foods plant closing could spell broader trouble for beef industry in Nebraska
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Democratic US Sen. Mark Warner launches bid for reelection

Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Warner has announced he’ll seek reelection in what will be a critical race for a narrowly divided Senate

December 02, 2025
Democratic US Sen. Mark Warner launches bid for reelection
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The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on

The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on

December 02, 2025
The real estate industry is pressuring Zillow and other sites to nix extreme weather risk data buyers have come to rely on
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Trump’s push for health care plan stalls ahead of looming subsidy expiration

Trump’s push for health care plan stalls ahead of looming subsidy expiration

December 02, 2025
Trump’s push for health care plan stalls ahead of looming subsidy expiration
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Global financial system must adapt to better serve economy, UN trade agency says

The financial system risks undermining global trade if it fails to adapt to the economy's needs, with developing countries likely to suffer the most, the

December 02, 2025
Global financial system must adapt to better serve economy, UN trade agency says
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Strategy's leveraged ETFs hit hard by crypto slump

Leveraged exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) linked to bitcoin hoarder Strategy are among the biggest casualties of this year's crypto slump, as falling bitcoin price

December 02, 2025
Strategy's leveraged ETFs hit hard by crypto slump
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Trump says he will make Fed chief announcement in early 2026

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would be announcing his choice to succeed Jerome Powell as head of the

December 02, 2025
Trump says he will make Fed chief announcement in early 2026
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FedEx driver crashes into creek

FedEx driver crashes into creek

December 02, 2025
FedEx driver crashes into creek
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Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction

Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction

December 02, 2025
Fabergé egg fetches record $30.2 million at rare auction
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No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia

Gunvor's new CEO, Gary Pedersen, said on Tuesday there were no immediate plans to rebrand the Swiss-based commodities trader, a day

December 02, 2025
No rebrand for now, says new Gunvor CEO, as he reckons with US pressure over Russia
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Citigroup hires BofA executive in prime brokerage push, source says

Citigroup has hired Bank of America executive Jillian Snyder as its head of capital introductions for North America, a person familiar with the

December 02, 2025
Citigroup hires BofA executive in prime brokerage push, source says
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White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say

The Trump administration is set to propose a significant rollback of fuel economy standards finalized by former President Joe Biden last year, its

December 02, 2025
White House to propose significant rollback in fuel economy standards, sources say
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Citigroup faces $5 million bill to transport its lead from Singapore, sources say

By Pratima Desai LONDON, Dec 2 - Citigroup will move most of its lead stocks from Singapore to Malaysia or Taiwan at an estimated cost of $5 million due to limited storage space and a lack of

December 02, 2025
Citigroup faces $5 million bill to transport its lead from Singapore, sources say
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Venezuela rejects sale of Citgo's parent, vice president says

Venezuelan Vice President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodriguez said on Tuesday the South American country rejects the 'fraudulent' and 'forced' sale of the parent company of refiner

December 02, 2025
Venezuela rejects sale of Citgo's parent, vice president says
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Poor states hosting refugees could start shutting borders, warns NGO

Developing countries which host most of the world's refugees could close their borders if Western states persist with aid cuts, the head of the Danish Refugee

December 02, 2025
Poor states hosting refugees could start shutting borders, warns NGO
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

German conservatives back pension reform in trial vote ahead of parliamentary test

Conservative legislators in Germany voted by a large majority in favour of a contested pension reform package in what had been billed as a trial ballot ahead

December 02, 2025
German conservatives back pension reform in trial vote ahead of parliamentary test
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Nvidia CFO says chipmaker yet to finalize $100 billion OpenAI deal

Nvidia's agreement with ChatGPT parent OpenAI to invest up to $100 billion in the startup is still not finalized, the chipmaker's chief financial officer Colette Kress said on

December 02, 2025
Nvidia CFO says chipmaker yet to finalize $100 billion OpenAI deal
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Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 million

A rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution has sold for more $30 million

December 02, 2025
Crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty shatters record and sells for $30.2 million
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

IDC sees global smartphone shipments dipping in 2026 as memory costs bite

Global smartphone shipments are expected to decline by 0.9% in 2026 as rising memory chip prices are pushing average selling prices to record highs, according to research firm IDC.

December 02, 2025
IDC sees global smartphone shipments dipping in 2026 as memory costs bite
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US to announce ‘bridge payment’ for farmers next week, Rollins says

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Tuesday that the Trump administration will announce a “bridge payment” for

December 02, 2025
US to announce ‘bridge payment’ for farmers next week, Rollins says
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Russia's VTB eyes US-owned firm in drive to build farm sector champion

Russia's second-largest bank VTB is in talks to buy a major agricultural producer, CEO Andrei Kostin said on Tuesday, as part of its drive to create a

December 02, 2025
Russia's VTB eyes US-owned firm in drive to build farm sector champion
Business|Economy|Technology

Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws

Instacart sued New York City on Tuesday to block enforcement of five laws affecting the grocery delivery company, including rules governing minimum pay

December 02, 2025
Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws
Crime|Economy|World

Brazilian police crack down on $4.8B tax evasion and money laundering scheme

Brazilian police have launched a major operation to dismantle a tax evasion and money-laundering scheme in the fuel sector

November 27, 2025
Brazilian police crack down on $4.8B tax evasion and money laundering scheme
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Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need

Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need

November 27, 2025
Teen’s free food pantry becomes lifeline for neighbors in need
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US SEC probing Jefferies for bankrupt First Brands dealings, FT reports

The U.S.

November 27, 2025
US SEC probing Jefferies for bankrupt First Brands dealings, FT reports
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MSC, BlackRock bid for Hutchison's Barcelona terminal faces EU probe, source says

(Corrects first three paragraphs to clarify that the Barcelona terminal deal is separate from the wider bid by BlackRock and MSC for CK Hutchison's global port assets.

November 27, 2025
MSC, BlackRock bid for Hutchison's Barcelona terminal faces EU probe, source says
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European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget

European nations agreed on Thursday to increase spending on space over the next three years by about 30% to 22.1 billion euros, part of an effort to try to catch

November 27, 2025
European nations agree 30% boost in three-year space budget
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Germany says Trump should invite South Africa to G20 summit

Germany said on Thursday that it would seek to persuade Donald Trump to reverse his decision to exclude

November 27, 2025
Germany says Trump should invite South Africa to G20 summit
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Central bank body BIS warns of hedge fund leverage in government bond markets

The new head of the Bank for International Settlements has said reining in hedge funds' ability to make highly leveraged bets in government bond markets should be a key

November 27, 2025
Central bank body BIS warns of hedge fund leverage in government bond markets
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Bank of England's Greene says budget energy measures may help lower price expectations

British government budget measures to cut household energy bills by 150 pounds ($199) a year may help lower the public's inflation expectations, but it is too soon to draw a clear

November 27, 2025
Bank of England's Greene says budget energy measures may help lower price expectations
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Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in October

Brazil's economy created a net 85,147 formal jobs in October, data from the Labor Ministry showed on Thursday, below the 105,000 expected by economists in a Reuters poll.

November 27, 2025
Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in October
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Families of deployed Iowa soldiers have National 'Guard-ians' looking out for them

Families of deployed Iowa soldiers have National 'Guard-ians' looking out for them

November 27, 2025
Families of deployed Iowa soldiers have National 'Guard-ians' looking out for them
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Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans

Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans

November 27, 2025
Coast Guard suspends search for missing Mississippi pilots after plane crash in New Orleans
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|US

Santa Fe tackles rental rates with first-in-US minimum wage approach

Santa Fe is the first city in the U.S. to directly link wages to housing affordability, aiming to counter high rents

November 27, 2025
Santa Fe tackles rental rates with first-in-US minimum wage approach
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US Thanksgiving online sales expected to rise 6%, Salesforce data shows

Online sales in the U.S. on the Thanksgiving holiday are expected to rise 6% compared with last year to reach $8.6 billion, data from Salesforce showed on Thursday, suggesting shoppers were

November 27, 2025
US Thanksgiving online sales expected to rise 6%, Salesforce data shows
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Canadian minister Guilbeault resigns from cabinet over government's deal with Alberta

Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault resigned from cabinet on Thursday over a disagreement with a deal Prime Minister Mark Carney's government signed with the oil

November 27, 2025
Canadian minister Guilbeault resigns from cabinet over government's deal with Alberta
Business|Economy|Technology

Fleet of UPS planes grounded after deadly crash expected to miss peak delivery season

UPS Airlines says a fleet of planes grounded after a deadly crash is expected to miss the peak holiday season due to inspections and possible repairs

November 27, 2025
Fleet of UPS planes grounded after deadly crash expected to miss peak delivery season
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Core inflation in Japan's capital brings BOJ closer to a rate hike

Core consumer inflation in Japan's capital stayed well above the central bank's 2% target in November as firms continued to pass on rising costs mainly for food, data

November 27, 2025
Core inflation in Japan's capital brings BOJ closer to a rate hike
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the premier of Canada’s oil rich province of Alberta have agreed to work toward building a pipeline to the Pacific Coast to diversify the country’s oil exports beyond the United States, in a move that has caused turmoil in Carney’s inner circle

November 27, 2025
Canada's prime minister and Alberta's premier sign pipeline deal that could reverse oil tanker ban
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Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128, more arrests made

Hong Kong's anti-graft body on Friday said it had arrested eight people in connection with a fire that ripped through a high-rise apartment complex

November 28, 2025
Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128, more arrests made
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S&P 500 notches weekly, monthly gains; Treasury yields advance

U.S. stocks ended higher in a truncated, post-holiday session on Friday that was complicated by an outage at an exchange operator as investors closed the book on a

November 28, 2025
S&P 500 notches weekly, monthly gains; Treasury yields advance
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US dollar set for worst week since July as Fed rate cut looms

The U.S. dollar was heading for its worst weekly performance since late July on Friday as traders increased bets that the Federal Reserve will cut rates again

November 28, 2025
US dollar set for worst week since July as Fed rate cut looms
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Oil falls on drawn-out Ukraine peace talks, all eyes on upcoming OPEC+ meeting  

Crude futures fell marginally on Friday as investors considered oil's geopolitical risk premium amid drawn-out Russia-Ukraine peace talks, while keeping an eye

November 28, 2025
Oil falls on drawn-out Ukraine peace talks, all eyes on upcoming OPEC+ meeting  
Australia|Business|Economy

Australia home prices set to rise about 7% in a tight market: Reuters poll

Australian home prices will rise more than previously expected in 2026, thanks to tight supply and resilient demand, according to a Reuters poll of analysts who said a lack of

November 28, 2025
Australia home prices set to rise about 7% in a tight market: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Huawei, ZTE seal 5G deals in Vietnam after US tariffs, as ties with China warm​

China's leading telecommunication firms Huawei and ZTE have won a string of contracts this year to supply 5G equipment in Vietnam, in another sign of Hanoi's

November 28, 2025
Huawei, ZTE seal 5G deals in Vietnam after US tariffs, as ties with China warm​
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India's Q2 GDP growth likely stayed firm on strong domestic demand

India's economy likely stayed resilient in the July–September quarter, driven by consumer demand and front-loading of production and

November 28, 2025
India's Q2 GDP growth likely stayed firm on strong domestic demand
Business|Economy|Environment|Health

What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry

THC-infused drinks and snacks have soared in popularity as alcohol sales have declined in recent years

November 28, 2025
What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry
Business|Economy|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise for a fifth straight day to close out a volatile month

Wall Street rose for a fifth straight day to put the wraps on a volatile month

November 28, 2025
US stocks rise for a fifth straight day to close out a volatile month
Crime|Economy|Election|World

Hondurans to elect new president and Congress even as candidates fan electoral doubt

Honduras’ homicide and unemployment rates have both improved during the past four years under outgoing President Xiomara Castro

November 28, 2025
Hondurans to elect new president and Congress even as candidates fan electoral doubt
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Shoppers hit Black Friday sales with celebratory mood despite economic strain

The economic picture hasn’t looked very rosy

November 28, 2025
Shoppers hit Black Friday sales with celebratory mood despite economic strain
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|World

A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million

A rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution is going up for auction

November 27, 2025
A crystal Fabergé egg crafted for Russian royalty is expected to sell for more than $26 million
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle

35 million tons of food go to waste yearly in the US. Experts share tips to help stop it

35 million tons of food go to waste yearly in the US. Experts share tips to help stop it

November 27, 2025
35 million tons of food go to waste yearly in the US. Experts share tips to help stop it
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Hungary's Orbán seeks more Russian oil and gas at Kremlin talks with Putin

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has met Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks at the Kremlin

November 28, 2025
Hungary's Orbán seeks more Russian oil and gas at Kremlin talks with Putin
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

The global AI race is supercharging Taiwan’s economy. But many don’t feel better off

The global AI race is supercharging Taiwan’s economy. But many don’t feel better off

November 28, 2025
The global AI race is supercharging Taiwan’s economy. But many don’t feel better off
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Could this finally be Sears’ last Black Friday?

Could this finally be Sears’ last Black Friday?

November 28, 2025
Could this finally be Sears’ last Black Friday?
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Amazon, Flipkart take aim at India's banks with new consumer loan offerings

Amazon is preparing to offer loans to small businesses in India, while Walmart-owned Flipkart is looking at buy-now, pay-later (BNPL) products

November 28, 2025
Amazon, Flipkart take aim at India's banks with new consumer loan offerings
Arts|Crime|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Paris' Louvre museum to increase ticket price for visitors from outside the EU

The Louvre museum has approved a ticket price increase for non-EU visitors, raising it from 22 to 32 euros starting in January

November 28, 2025
Paris' Louvre museum to increase ticket price for visitors from outside the EU
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall Street edges higher, futures resume trading after global outage

Wall Street's main indexes climbed on Friday, while futures trading came back to life following a CME Group outage that had temporarily frozen

November 28, 2025
Wall Street edges higher, futures resume trading after global outage
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Global futures reopen after exchange operator CME suffers multi-hour disruption

Global futures markets were disrupted for several hours on Friday after CME Group, the world's largest exchange operator,

November 28, 2025
Global futures reopen after exchange operator CME suffers multi-hour disruption
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Taiwan 2025 GDP growth forecast hits 15-year high on surge in AI demand

Taiwan's tech-heavy economy is expected to grow at its fastest pace in 15 years, riding the wave of demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology,

November 28, 2025
Taiwan 2025 GDP growth forecast hits 15-year high on surge in AI demand
Economy|Europe|World

Euro zone growth, inflation on benign path, keeping rate cut bets muted

Euro zone growth and inflation remain on a benign path, a slew of fresh data suggested on Friday, supporting economists' bets that no further European Central Bank rate cuts are

November 28, 2025
Euro zone growth, inflation on benign path, keeping rate cut bets muted
Business|Economy|Political|World

Credit rating agencies give cautious thumbs up to UK budget

The "big three" credit rating agencies have given a cautious thumbs up to Britain's budget this week, regarding it as an ongoing push for fiscal consolidation by the

November 28, 2025
Credit rating agencies give cautious thumbs up to UK budget
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German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak

German inflation accelerated more than expected in November, reaching the highest level since February, while the number of people out of work rose and retail sales

November 28, 2025
German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak
Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Korea to cut planned income tax on dividend payouts, media say

South Korea's ruling and opposition parties agreed on Friday to lower income tax on dividend payouts to a maximum of 30%, from the government's proposal of 35%, domestic media said.

November 28, 2025
South Korea to cut planned income tax on dividend payouts, media say
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Italy ekes out marginal GDP growth in Q3, buoyed by exports

Italy's economy posted marginal growth of 0.1% in the third quarter from the previous three months thanks mainly to exports, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, revising

November 28, 2025
Italy ekes out marginal GDP growth in Q3, buoyed by exports
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Belgian PM says using frozen Russian assets could block Ukraine peace deal

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever said the European Union's plan to use frozen Russian state assets to fund Ukraine could endanger the chances for a

November 28, 2025
Belgian PM says using frozen Russian assets could block Ukraine peace deal
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Bulgaria will resubmit draft 2026 budget after protests

Bulgaria's government will resubmit to parliament for approval its 2026 budget plan, the first drafted in euros before the country adopts the currency on January 1, the prime minister

November 28, 2025
Bulgaria will resubmit draft 2026 budget after protests
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Hong Kong residents scramble to deliver aid, support after deadly fire

Hundreds of volunteers are rushing to deliver emergency supplies to victims of Hong Kong's worst fire

November 28, 2025
Hong Kong residents scramble to deliver aid, support after deadly fire
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Spain October retail sales rise 3.8% y/y

Spanish retail sales rose 3.8% in October from a year earlier on a calendar-adjusted basis and excluding the effects of inflation, after falling from a revised 4.1% in September, the

November 28, 2025
Spain October retail sales rise 3.8% y/y
Economy|Europe|World

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 3.1% in November

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate fell to 3.1% in November, from 3.2% in the period through October, preliminary data from the National Statistics Institute (INE)

November 28, 2025
Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 3.1% in November
Business|Economy|World

French economic growth confirmed at 0.5% in third quarter - INSEE

France's economy grew in the third quarter, final data from statistics office INSEE showed on Friday, confirming the preliminary reading of 0.5% that showed resilience in the euro zone's

November 28, 2025
French economic growth confirmed at 0.5% in third quarter - INSEE
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TAKE FIVE: The smoke and fog of December afternoons

Markets show no signs of slowing down as they head into December, with big stories playing out from Wall Street to Tokyo via the virtual corridors of OPEC+. 

November 28, 2025
TAKE FIVE: The smoke and fog of December afternoons
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Swedish GDP grew 1.1% in the third quarter, final data shows

Sweden's gross domestic product grew 1.1% in the third quarter of 2025 from the previous three month period and grew 2.6% compared to the same quarter a year earlier, final

November 28, 2025
Swedish GDP grew 1.1% in the third quarter, final data shows
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China's Baidu starts layoffs after reporting third-quarter loss - sources

China's Baidu started layoffs this week that will hit multiple business units, six sources briefed on the matter said, as the company struggles with intensifying

November 28, 2025
China's Baidu starts layoffs after reporting third-quarter loss - sources
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Japan finalises $117 billion extra budget to fund stimulus, mostly via debt

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government on Friday finalised a $117 billion supplementary budget for this financial year to fund a massive stimulus

November 28, 2025
Japan finalises $117 billion extra budget to fund stimulus, mostly via debt
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Tepid end to torrid November

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee On perhaps the slowest trading day of the year, investors are dealing with an outage on CME Group platform affecting

November 28, 2025
Tepid end to torrid November
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Indonesia rejects US 'poison pill' clauses in trade deal talks, FT reports

Indonesia is resisting U.S. efforts to include "poison pill" clauses in a reciprocal tariff trade deal, challenging Washington's push to curb China's influence in Southeast Asia, the

November 28, 2025
Indonesia rejects US 'poison pill' clauses in trade deal talks, FT reports
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Swiss wealth tax proposal to test public appetite for redistribution

Switzerland will vote on a proposed wealth tax on Sunday that will be a litmus test of appetite for wealth redistribution in one of the world's richest countries.

November 28, 2025
Swiss wealth tax proposal to test public appetite for redistribution
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China's factory activity set to shrink for eighth month - Reuters poll

China's factory sector likely shrank for an eighth month in November, highlighting the dilemma facing policymakers over whether to press ahead with tough structural reforms or roll

November 28, 2025
China's factory activity set to shrink for eighth month - Reuters poll
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Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income

U.S.

November 28, 2025
Trump says he may cut income tax 'completely' because of tariff income
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Swelling supply to keep oil prices under strain in 2026

Oil prices are projected to remain under pressure in 2026, as swelling supplies eclipse modest demand growth, while geopolitical risks could cap deeper losses, a

November 28, 2025
Swelling supply to keep oil prices under strain in 2026
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China bans pork imports from Barcelona after Spain's swine fever outbreak

China has banned pork imports from Barcelona province after Spain detected its first case of African swine fever in three decades in two wild

November 28, 2025
China bans pork imports from Barcelona after Spain's swine fever outbreak
Crime|Economy|Political|World

In remote Venezuelan state, more surveillance follows US boat strikes

U.S. bombings of alleged drug boats have led to stepped-up surveillance by authorities in Venezuela's remote northeastern state of Sucre, with increased patrols by security agencies and

November 28, 2025
In remote Venezuelan state, more surveillance follows US boat strikes
Economy|Environment|Travel|World

A trip back in time in Cuba's Sierra Maestra mountains

To traverse these ridgelines high in Cuba's Sierra Maestra mountains on horseback is to travel back a hundred years or more in time.

November 28, 2025
A trip back in time in Cuba's Sierra Maestra mountains
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Key facts about trading on the CME

An outage at the world's biggest exchange operator CME Group on Friday halted trading on its popular currency platform and in futures spanning foreign exchange, commodities, Treasuries and

November 28, 2025
Key facts about trading on the CME
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

India's July-Sept economic growth accelerates to 8.2% y/y, beats forecasts

India's economy grew 8.2% year-on-year in July-September, accelerating from the 7.8% growth reported in the previous quarter, as strong consumer spending and manufacturing remained key

November 28, 2025
India's July-Sept economic growth accelerates to 8.2% y/y, beats forecasts
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US Commerce Department pushed for control of Swiss investment in trade talks, sources say

The U.S.

November 28, 2025
US Commerce Department pushed for control of Swiss investment in trade talks, sources say
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Workers strike on Black Friday at Amazon warehouses in Germany

Workers went on strike at Amazon warehouses in Germany on Black Friday aiming to disrupt operations on a key sales day as they push for a collective bargaining

November 28, 2025
Workers strike on Black Friday at Amazon warehouses in Germany
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin to discuss 'privileged partnership' with Modi on India visit next week

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will discuss all aspects of their countries' "privileged strategic partnership" when Putin visits New Delhi

November 28, 2025
Putin to discuss 'privileged partnership' with Modi on India visit next week
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

Black Friday consumers go online, rather than stand in line

Bargain-hunting Americans clicked their way through Thanksgiving, spending $8.6 billion online so far on Black Friday,

November 28, 2025
Black Friday consumers go online, rather than stand in line
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Showdown with Mexican billionaire Salinas tests Sheinbaum's power

Ricardo Salinas Pliego, one of Mexico's wealthiest tycoons, commands an empire that stretches from banking to media, and casts himself as an anti-corruption

November 28, 2025
Showdown with Mexican billionaire Salinas tests Sheinbaum's power
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Romanian defence minister resigns after admitting lying in his resume

Romanian Defence Minister Ionut Mosteanu resigned on Friday after admitting he had lied about his studies in his resume, saying he did not want his personal "mistakes" to distract

November 28, 2025
Romanian defence minister resigns after admitting lying in his resume
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India expects trade deal with US by end of year, senior official says

India expects to secure a trade deal with the United States before the end of this year as most issues have been resolved, New Delhi's trade secretary said on Friday.

November 28, 2025
India expects trade deal with US by end of year, senior official says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

'Slow' EU to unveil plan for cutting raw materials' reliance on China

The EU executive will unveil next week measures to cut the bloc's over-reliance on China

November 28, 2025
'Slow' EU to unveil plan for cutting raw materials' reliance on China
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Crypto hoarding company shares under pressure as risk appetite wanes

Fresh turbulence in the crypto market is weighing on shares of companies that stockpile bitcoin and other tokens on their balance sheets, stoking

November 28, 2025
Crypto hoarding company shares under pressure as risk appetite wanes
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Lufthansa Airlines aims to increase profitability in 2026, says CEO

Germany's Lufthansa wants to increase profitability at its core brand next year after it is set to return to the black this year, Lufthansa Airlines' CEO Jens Ritter said on

November 28, 2025
Lufthansa Airlines aims to increase profitability in 2026, says CEO
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European shares clock monthly gains on Fed rate cut hopes

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Purvi Agarwal and Tharuniyaa .

November 28, 2025
European shares clock monthly gains on Fed rate cut hopes
Economy|Environment|Technology

Data centers powering the AI boom are pitting states against each other

Data centers powering the AI boom are pitting states against each other

November 28, 2025
Data centers powering the AI boom are pitting states against each other
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle|World

Your favorite pasta could soon get a lot more expensive. Here’s why

Your favorite pasta could soon get a lot more expensive. Here’s why

November 28, 2025
Your favorite pasta could soon get a lot more expensive. Here’s why
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Eel populations are falling, and new protections were defeated. Japan and the US opposed them

Valuable eels are in decline all over the world, leading to a new push for restrictions on trade to try to help stave off extinction

November 28, 2025
Eel populations are falling, and new protections were defeated. Japan and the US opposed them
Business|Economy|World

Starbucks workers' union expands strike to more stores on Black Friday

The Starbucks workers' union said on Friday it has expanded its indefinite strike demanding better pay and staffing to more than 120 stores from 65, while the coffee chain

November 28, 2025
Starbucks workers' union expands strike to more stores on Black Friday
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Keeping cool: heat a key challenge for data centers and AI

The global boom in data centers as companies increasingly outsource information storage and ramp up use of energy-intensive

November 28, 2025
Keeping cool: heat a key challenge for data centers and AI
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Russia fails to win back seat on UN shipping agency's council

Russia failed on Friday to win enough votes to rejoin the U.N. shipping agency's governing council despite urging countries to back its nomination for a seat it lost

November 28, 2025
Russia fails to win back seat on UN shipping agency's council
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Investors snap nine-week buying streak in global equity funds

Global equity funds saw their first weekly outflow in 10 weeks in the week to November 26, as concerns about stretched valuations, particularly in the tech sector, outweighed optimism

November 28, 2025
Investors snap nine-week buying streak in global equity funds
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Uneven economy will drive investors' Black Friday stock picking

As investors monitor crowd sizes at stores on Black Friday they will be shopping for a different kind of holiday deal: retailers that do well in a mixed economy

November 28, 2025
Uneven economy will drive investors' Black Friday stock picking
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Britain says talks to join EU defence fund have broken down

Britain said on Friday that talks to join the European Union's defence fund SAFE have broken down, in a setback for a much-vaunted post-

November 28, 2025
Britain says talks to join EU defence fund have broken down
Arts|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|World

World's biggest jeweller Pandora braces for fierce Black Friday competition

Pandora, the world's biggest jewellery brand by volume, expects fierce competition this Black Friday as retailers fight to lure shoppers with discounts at a time of

November 28, 2025
World's biggest jeweller Pandora braces for fierce Black Friday competition
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India posts fastest growth in six quarters, cushions against trade strains

India's economy grew at its fastest pace in 18 months in the July-September period, lifted by robust consumer spending and front-loading of

November 28, 2025
India posts fastest growth in six quarters, cushions against trade strains
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Investors on watch for AI, economic updates as US stocks steady

Investors will look in the coming week for signals about profitability for artificial intelligence companies, as well as the broader economy's health,

November 28, 2025
Investors on watch for AI, economic updates as US stocks steady
Business|Economy|Technology

From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?

U.S. President Donald Trump has sustained his criticism and actions against executives, corporations and institutions, months after taking office.

August 08, 2025
From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption

Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption

November 28, 2025
Orbán meets Putin in Moscow to shore up Hungary’s energy supplies, making use of Trump exemption
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Major brokerages boost bets on December Fed rate cut ahead of policy meeting

BofA Global Research became the latest brokerage to forecast an interest rate cut by the U.S.

March 20, 2025
Major brokerages boost bets on December Fed rate cut ahead of policy meeting
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German parliament passes debt-heavy 2026 budget

Germany's parliament on Friday passed the budget for 2026 with over 180 billion euros ($208 billion) in new debt, outlining how Berlin will use its financial firepower to revive the

November 28, 2025
German parliament passes debt-heavy 2026 budget
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NatWest in exclusive talks to sell Cushon to Willis Towers Watson, sources said

(Refiles with date for assets under management.)

November 28, 2025
NatWest in exclusive talks to sell Cushon to Willis Towers Watson, sources said
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Nasdaq, Dow futures resume trade after CME outage

Futures tracking the tech-heavy Nasdaq and the blue-chip Dow resumed trading on Friday after the world's biggest exchange operator, CME Group, restored its services following an hours-long

November 28, 2025
Nasdaq, Dow futures resume trade after CME outage
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CME says globex futures and options markets to open at 7:30 CT

Exchange operator CME Group said on Friday that its Globex futures and options markets pre-opened at 07:00 Central Time (1300 GMT) and open at 07:30 CT, after an earlier halt caused by a

November 28, 2025
CME says globex futures and options markets to open at 7:30 CT
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US equity funds see first weekly outflow in six weeks

U.S. equity funds witnessed their first weekly outflow in six weeks in the week through November 26, as concerns over lofty tech valuations prompted investors to take profits and

November 28, 2025
US equity funds see first weekly outflow in six weeks
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Trump says he’s decided on his pick for Fed chair. Here’s who’s who on the short list

Trump says he’s decided on his pick for Fed chair. Here’s who’s who on the short list

October 28, 2025
Trump says he’s decided on his pick for Fed chair. Here’s who’s who on the short list
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Finance

Why Georgia prosecutor killed election interference case against Trump

A Georgia prosecutor on Wednesday officially dropped the historic racketeering case against President Donald Trump and others for attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election, closing the chapter in a legal effort once seen as a grave threat to Trump’s political future.

November 26, 2025
Why Georgia prosecutor killed election interference case against Trump
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The 'Cousin Walk': How Cannabis Became a Thanksgiving Coping Ritual

For some, stepping outside for a cannabis break is the secret to surviving awkward family gatherings. CNN’s Audie Cornish and Wall Street Journal’s Ellen Gamerman discuss the “cousin walk,” a ritual some use to manage holiday stress.

November 26, 2025
The 'Cousin Walk': How Cannabis Became a Thanksgiving Coping Ritual
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

European Space Agency boosts budget to catch up in space race

The European Space Agency has announced a significant budget increase for the next three years, reaching nearly $26 billion

November 27, 2025
European Space Agency boosts budget to catch up in space race
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw

Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged U.S. proposals to end the war in Ukraine as a starting point for talks

November 27, 2025
Putin sees US peace plan as a starting point as he warns Ukraine's army to withdraw
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Brazil seeks US cooperation in money-laundering probe

Brazil will seek U.S. cooperation in fighting organized crime in its fuel sector, Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Thursday, after a police

November 27, 2025
Brazil seeks US cooperation in money-laundering probe
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Oil prices settle up in low volume on US holiday; Russia-Ukraine talks in focus

Oil prices rose on Thursday as market participants weighed the likelihood that talks to end the war in Ukraine will yield an agreement, with

November 27, 2025
Oil prices settle up in low volume on US holiday; Russia-Ukraine talks in focus
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dutch prosecutor fines Morgan Stanley 101 million euros for tax evasion

The Dutch Public Prosecutor (OM) has imposed a total fine of 101 million euros ($117.10 million) on two Morgan Stanley entities in London and Amsterdam for dividend tax evasion,

November 27, 2025
Dutch prosecutor fines Morgan Stanley 101 million euros for tax evasion
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kyiv says external funding critical, urges EU to unlock Russian assets

Ukraine still has a critical need for external financing, officials said on Thursday, issuing a fresh appeal for the EU to approve a loan backed by frozen Russian

November 27, 2025
Kyiv says external funding critical, urges EU to unlock Russian assets
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Spanish court orders remand in jail for former minister

Spain's Supreme Court ordered prison on remand for former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos on Thursday, who is implicated in one of the corruption scandals dogging the leftist

November 27, 2025
Spanish court orders remand in jail for former minister
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Thailand shifts gear in flood evacuation; Indonesia death toll climbs to 61

Flood rescue teams in Thailand readied drones to deliver aid and helicopters dropped supplies to people marooned on rooftops on Thursday, as the

November 27, 2025
Thailand shifts gear in flood evacuation; Indonesia death toll climbs to 61
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|US

2025 National Thanksgiving Turkeys, NC natives retire after pardoned at the White House

2025 National Thanksgiving Turkeys, NC natives retire after pardoned at the White House

November 27, 2025
2025 National Thanksgiving Turkeys, NC natives retire after pardoned at the White House
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Teenagers' website helps New Yorkers navigate difficult world of affordable housing

Teenagers' website helps New Yorkers navigate difficult world of affordable housing

November 27, 2025
Teenagers' website helps New Yorkers navigate difficult world of affordable housing
Business|Economy|World

Italy business sentiment posts surprise increase in November

Italian business sentiment jumped in November to the highest since April 2024 but consumer confidence fell, data showed on Thursday, in mixed signs for the euro zone's third largest

November 27, 2025
Italy business sentiment posts surprise increase in November
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Apple single-handedly drives Singles' Day smartphone sales growth

Strong demand for Apple's iPhone during China's Singles' Day shopping festival single-handedly drove growth in smartphone sales during the period, research firm Counterpoint said

November 27, 2025
Apple single-handedly drives Singles' Day smartphone sales growth
Business|Economy|Europe|Sports

STOXX 600 ends steady after multiple-session rally; Puma, Allfunds jump on takeover buzz

European shares ended largely steady on Thursday after three consecutive sessions of gains, driven by rising hopes of a U.S. interest rate cut next

November 27, 2025
STOXX 600 ends steady after multiple-session rally; Puma, Allfunds jump on takeover buzz
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan government panel members call for sustainable fiscal policy

Japan must take steps to maintain market trust in its finances even as it ramps up spending to revive growth, private-sector members of a key government panel said on

November 27, 2025
Japan government panel members call for sustainable fiscal policy
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Euro zone sentiment indicator, lending data confirm lukewarm growth

Bank lending to euro zone firms held steady last month while a key EU economic sentiment indicator edged up in November, adding to evidence that the currency bloc continues to

November 27, 2025
Euro zone sentiment indicator, lending data confirm lukewarm growth
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Venezuela revokes flight rights for six airlines as tensions with US escalate

Venezuela revoked operating rights for six major international airlines that had suspended flights to the country following a warning from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration.

November 27, 2025
Venezuela revokes flight rights for six airlines as tensions with US escalate
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Cameroon's 2026 budget deficit set to double on higher spending needs

Cameroon expects its 2026 budget deficit to more than double due to a sharp rise in spending aimed at supporting economic activity amid continued global

November 27, 2025
Cameroon's 2026 budget deficit set to double on higher spending needs
Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Kazaks says time is not ripe for a rate cut

It is too early for the European Central Bank to discuss another interest rate cut as inflation in the euro zone might still turn out higher than expected, ECB policymaker Martins

November 27, 2025
ECB's Kazaks says time is not ripe for a rate cut
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Who are the leading candidates in Honduras' presidential election?

Most opinion polls show a statistical tie among three of the five contenders to succeed President Xiomara Castro in Sunday's Honduras election: ruling party candidate Rixi

November 27, 2025
Who are the leading candidates in Honduras' presidential election?
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Dollar set for biggest weekly fall in four months, Fed in focus

The U.S. dollar headed for its steepest weekly drop in four months on Thursday as investors bet on further monetary easing, amid pressure from President Donald Trump to

November 27, 2025
Dollar set for biggest weekly fall in four months, Fed in focus
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Britain's budget reduces uncertainty, doesn't change outlook for gilts, JPM says

Britain's tax-raising budget reduces near-term uncertainty, but doesn't change JPMorgan's expectations for government bond yields to rise next year, the bank's head

November 27, 2025
Britain's budget reduces uncertainty, doesn't change outlook for gilts, JPM says
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK net migration drops by two-thirds as government rolls out tougher policies

Long-term net migration to Britain fell by more than two-thirds in the year to June, official data showed on Thursday, extending a downward trend fuelled by tougher

November 27, 2025
UK net migration drops by two-thirds as government rolls out tougher policies
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bolivia's bread shortage highlights subsidy reform challenge

Shortages of Bolivia's state-subsidized marraqueta bread roll are creating an early test for newly elected President Rodrigo Paz, as dwindling wheat supplies and rising costs squeeze

November 27, 2025
Bolivia's bread shortage highlights subsidy reform challenge
Economy|Europe|Finance|World

ECB accounts show no hurry to cut rates, debate on declaring end of easing

European Central Bank policymakers were in no hurry to cut rates when they met last month as uncertainty remained high and some even thought that no more easing would be needed,

November 27, 2025
ECB accounts show no hurry to cut rates, debate on declaring end of easing
Economy|Election|Political|World

St Vincent heads to polls as incumbent party seeks sixth straight term

KINGSTOWN -Residents of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines head to the polls on Thursday in a general election that could usher in an unprecedented sixth-consecutive five-year term for Prime Minister

November 27, 2025
St Vincent heads to polls as incumbent party seeks sixth straight term
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

JPMorgan to build multi-billion pound tower in London's Canary Wharf

JPMorgan Chase & Co will build a tower in London's Canary Wharf financial district, unveiling plans on Thursday to invest billions of pounds on the heels of a budget

November 27, 2025
JPMorgan to build multi-billion pound tower in London's Canary Wharf
Business|Economy

UK housing demand seen recovering on clearer post-budget outlook

Demand for new homes could gradually recover next year, giving British homebuilders a much-needed boost, analysts and some investors said after

November 27, 2025
UK housing demand seen recovering on clearer post-budget outlook
Economy|Europe|World

Spanish parliament rejects government's 2026 spending plan

Spain's lower house rejected the government's proposed 2026 spending plan on Thursday, providing a setback to the government's attempts to restore a normal budget timetable.

November 27, 2025
Spanish parliament rejects government's 2026 spending plan
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Stocks, bitcoin edge up as investors bank on Fed rate cuts

Stocks in Europe edged up on Thursday, while the dollar held steady, as investor confidence in a Federal Reserve rate cut next month kept sentiment upbeat, which

November 27, 2025
Stocks, bitcoin edge up as investors bank on Fed rate cuts
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Portugal's centre-right government passes 2026 budget with Socialists' abstention

Portugal's parliament on Thursday gave final approval to the centre-right minority government's 2026 budget, projecting slightly faster growth and a fourth

November 27, 2025
Portugal's centre-right government passes 2026 budget with Socialists' abstention
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves fights criticism that she raised taxes to fund welfare

British finance minister Rachel Reeves fought back on Thursday against criticism that she was raising the tax burden to a post-World War Two high to

November 27, 2025
UK's Reeves fights criticism that she raised taxes to fund welfare
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

What bubble? The analysts and investors making the bull case for AI

What bubble? The analysts and investors making the bull case for AI

November 27, 2025
What bubble? The analysts and investors making the bull case for AI
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At some food banks, surging demand means a struggle to feed families

At some food banks, surging demand means a struggle to feed families

November 27, 2025
At some food banks, surging demand means a struggle to feed families
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

China's tech giants move AI model training overseas to access Nvidia chips, FT reports

Top Chinese firms are training their artificial intelligence models abroad to access Nvidia's chips and avoid U.S. measures aimed at curbing their progress in advanced technology, Financial

November 27, 2025
China's tech giants move AI model training overseas to access Nvidia chips, FT reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

JP Morgan shifts outlook on Fed rate cut to December

J.P. Morgan said on Wednesday it now expects the U.S.

November 27, 2025
JP Morgan shifts outlook on Fed rate cut to December
Business|Economy|World

German consumer sentiment brightens modestly as holiday shopping begins

Consumer sentiment in Germany will improve slightly in December as households show more willingness to spend on Christmas gifts and festive

November 27, 2025
German consumer sentiment brightens modestly as holiday shopping begins
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

New Remy CEO targets growth after cost cuts cushion profit drop

Remy Cointreau's new CEO outlined a series of strategic changes on Thursday, including lowering prices to sell more cognac, and said the

November 27, 2025
New Remy CEO targets growth after cost cuts cushion profit drop
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say

U.S.

November 27, 2025
Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute, sources say
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How Maduro’s forces are responding to US deployments in the Caribbean

How Maduro’s forces are responding to US deployments in the Caribbean

November 27, 2025
How Maduro’s forces are responding to US deployments in the Caribbean
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World shares are mixed, tracking Wall Street's winning streak, as US markets close for Thanksgiving

Shares in Europe are mixed following gains in most Asian markets

November 27, 2025
World shares are mixed, tracking Wall Street's winning streak, as US markets close for Thanksgiving
Africa|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he's barring South Africa from participating in next year's G20 summit near Miami

President Donald Trump says he's barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summit next year near Miami

November 26, 2025
Trump says he's barring South Africa from participating in next year's G20 summit near Miami
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertainty

Black Friday may no longer be the retail bacchanalia of years past, but the event still has enough enthusiasts to make it the biggest single shopping day in the U.S.

November 27, 2025
Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertainty
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US directs diplomats to lobby governments against mass migration, cable says

The Trump administration last week ordered U.S. diplomats abroad to lobby against pro-migration policies and raise concerns over what it says are migrant

November 27, 2025
US directs diplomats to lobby governments against mass migration, cable says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Taiwan raids former TSMC exec's home in trade secrets probe

Taiwan prosecutors said on Thursday investigators had raided the homes of a former senior TSMC executive and seized computers after the company

November 27, 2025
Taiwan raids former TSMC exec's home in trade secrets probe
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Japan's Noguchi advocates gradual interest rate hikes

The Bank of Japan can resume interest rate hikes as risks from U.S. tariffs subside but must do so at a "measured, step-by-step" pace,

November 27, 2025
Bank of Japan's Noguchi advocates gradual interest rate hikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia rebuts critics in memo to analysts amid pushback campaign 

Nvidia, the world's most valuable company, has gone on the defensive against skeptics of its $4.5 trillion valuation, down from a historic $5 trillion, by

November 27, 2025
Nvidia rebuts critics in memo to analysts amid pushback campaign 
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Super Dry maker Asahi aims to restore logistics by February following cyberattack

Japan's Asahi

November 27, 2025
Super Dry maker Asahi aims to restore logistics by February following cyberattack
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Toyota October output grows for fifth straight month on strong US demand

Toyota Motor said on Thursday its global production rose for a fifth consecutive month in October, lifted by strong U.S. demand for hybrid vehicles that offset weaker sales in Japan

November 27, 2025
Toyota October output grows for fifth straight month on strong US demand
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Taiwan says it has discussed with US arms purchases for extra defence budget

Taiwan has already held preliminary talks with the United States about what weapons it wants to buy as part of a $40 billion supplementary defence

November 27, 2025
Taiwan says it has discussed with US arms purchases for extra defence budget
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Is the dollar headed for the carvery?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook As markets settled in for the U.S.

November 27, 2025
Is the dollar headed for the carvery?
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

What's open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest -- or prepare -- ahead of Black Friday

With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season, Americans will again take to the road for holiday gatherings before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists

November 26, 2025
What's open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest -- or prepare -- ahead of Black Friday
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Dominican Republic authorizes more flights for tourists rerouted by Hurricane Melissa

The Dominican Republic has authorized the arrival of 800 new flights to accommodate a surge in tourists who were originally planning to vacation in Jamaica and other nearby islands but were rerouted following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa

November 26, 2025
Dominican Republic authorizes more flights for tourists rerouted by Hurricane Melissa
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Blue Jays and free-agent pitcher Dylan Cease agree to $210 million, 7-year deal, AP source says

Free-agent pitcher Dylan Cease and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a $210 million, seven-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press

November 27, 2025
Blue Jays and free-agent pitcher Dylan Cease agree to $210 million, 7-year deal, AP source says
Business|Economy|World

South Korea holds rates as expected

South Korea's central bank kept policy interest rates unchanged as widely expected on Thursday as a tumbling won reduced the scope for further easing and policymakers waited to see

November 27, 2025
South Korea holds rates as expected
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

NZ's housing funk sows doubts on reliable investment strategy, drags on economy

A dramatic boom-bust cycle in New Zealand's housing market has left many Kiwis and investors scarred and an economy struggling to fire, turning what was once a

November 27, 2025
NZ's housing funk sows doubts on reliable investment strategy, drags on economy
Australia|Business|Economy|World

New Zealand business confidence jumps in November to highest in a decade

New Zealand's business confidence jumped in November to its highest level in 11 years, suggesting an economic recovery was underway, an ANZ Bank survey showed on Thursday.

November 27, 2025
New Zealand business confidence jumps in November to highest in a decade
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea signals end to rate cuts as FX, price risks grow

South Korea's central bank kept interest rates unchanged for a fourth straight meeting on Thursday as a tumbling won reduced scope for further easing,

November 27, 2025
South Korea signals end to rate cuts as FX, price risks grow
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea exports seen rising in November on tech demand, US trade deal: Reuters poll

South Korean exports likely grew in November as technology demand remained robust and uncertainty was cleared following a trade deal with the U.S., a Reuters poll showed

November 27, 2025
South Korea exports seen rising in November on tech demand, US trade deal: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump's Ukraine plan triggers outrage from Republican lawmakers

Several congressional Republicans are harshly criticizing President Donald Trump's White House over its handling of a proposed Ukraine peace plan they say

November 26, 2025
Trump's Ukraine plan triggers outrage from Republican lawmakers
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Technology

Ex-CFO of 'smart window' maker View settles with US SEC

The former chief financial officer of View settled a U.S.

November 26, 2025
Ex-CFO of 'smart window' maker View settles with US SEC
Crime|Economy|Education

A mother was taken into custody by ICE. Then the public learned of her family tie to the White House

A mother was taken into custody by ICE. Then the public learned of her family tie to the White House

November 26, 2025
A mother was taken into custody by ICE. Then the public learned of her family tie to the White House
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia to cap high debt-to-income home loans from February to curb housing risks

Australia's banking regulator will impose its first cap on high debt-to-income home loans from February, moving to curb housing risks as property prices surge and credit

November 26, 2025
Australia to cap high debt-to-income home loans from February to curb housing risks
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Brazil prosecutors sue agencies over Haidar shipwreck, environmental risk

Brazilian federal prosecutors in Para state have filed a lawsuit to demand the removal of the hull and oily residues from the Haidar ship, which sank 10 years ago near

November 26, 2025
Brazil prosecutors sue agencies over Haidar shipwreck, environmental risk
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Court transcripts show Border Patrol official Greg Bovino dodging questions about use of force

Newly released transcripts of private interviews with a senior U.S. Border Patrol official and other authorities leading the immigration crackdown in the Chicago area reveal tense exchanges

November 26, 2025
Court transcripts show Border Patrol official Greg Bovino dodging questions about use of force
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Hassett at the Fed helm could pressure the dollar, investors say

Beneath the U.S. bond markets' composure around the prospect of White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett becoming the next Federal Reserve chair lies a

November 26, 2025
Hassett at the Fed helm could pressure the dollar, investors say
Economy|World

China protests US move to restrict visas for Central Americans with Beijing ties

China on Wednesday accused the United States of violating the United Nations Charter after Washington announced a visa policy that targeted people from Central

November 26, 2025
China protests US move to restrict visas for Central Americans with Beijing ties
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Flutter says UK gambling duties to hit EBITDA by $320 million in 2026

FanDuel-owner Flutter Entertainment said on Wednesday the UK government's plans to raise online gaming taxes will hit its adjusted EBITDA by about $320 million in fiscal 2026 and $540

November 26, 2025
Flutter says UK gambling duties to hit EBITDA by $320 million in 2026
Business|Economy|Food|World

Cargill says it does not plan to close US beef processing plants

Cargill Inc has no immediate plans to close its U.S. beef processing plants, the company said on Wednesday, days after meatpacker Tyson Foods announced it would

November 26, 2025
Cargill says it does not plan to close US beef processing plants
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand central bank says economic recovery picking up

Early indicators suggest the economy had been expanding during the second half of this year and demand had stabilised, Reserve Bank of New Zealand

November 26, 2025
New Zealand central bank says economic recovery picking up
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Bulls in charge ahead of Turkey Day

Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Saqib Iqbal Ahmed, Correspondent, Americas Finance and Markets Jamie is enjoying some well-deserved time

November 26, 2025
Trading Day: Bulls in charge ahead of Turkey Day
Economy|Environment|Travel

Higher fees for foreigners visiting US national parks stokes tourism concerns

A $100-per-person charge for foreigners entering Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and other popular national parks is stoking apprehension among some tourist-oriented businesses

November 26, 2025
Higher fees for foreigners visiting US national parks stokes tourism concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

U.S. stocks rise as Wall Street's winning streak grows to four days

U.S. stocks rose for a fourth straight day, led by solid gains for technology companies

November 26, 2025
U.S. stocks rise as Wall Street's winning streak grows to four days
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada's prime minister announces supports for lumber, steel sectors hit by U.S. tariffs

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is announcing new supports for the steel and lumber industries hit hard by U.S. tariffs

November 26, 2025
Canada's prime minister announces supports for lumber, steel sectors hit by U.S. tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Savers and the wealthy count the costs of UK tax-raising budget

British money managers hit out at a raft of tax increases on pensions, savers and investors in Wednesday's budget, saying it risked

November 26, 2025
Savers and the wealthy count the costs of UK tax-raising budget
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Lawsuit over Burger King's Whopper ads set back by US judge

A federal judge dealt a setback to customers suing Burger King over advertising for its Whopper sandwiches, saying their claims were too disparate to justify certifying

November 26, 2025
Lawsuit over Burger King's Whopper ads set back by US judge
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada unveils more measures to protect tariff-hit steel, lumber sectors

Canada will offer more support to help the steel and lumber industries deal with U.S. tariffs and create a domestic market, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Wednesday.

November 26, 2025
Canada unveils more measures to protect tariff-hit steel, lumber sectors
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

After blocked Mayne deal, Australia M&As set for higher reverse break fees

Foreign bidders for Australian companies could be liable for higher reverse break fees if regulatory approval is not received, in the wake of the failed $434 million

November 26, 2025
After blocked Mayne deal, Australia M&As set for higher reverse break fees
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks buoyed by rate cut expectations, sterling choppy on UK budget surprise

Global stocks rallied for a fourth straight day on Wednesday as expectations for a U.S.

November 26, 2025
Stocks buoyed by rate cut expectations, sterling choppy on UK budget surprise
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Turkey central bank to adjust policy to hit target despite disinflation slowdown, chief says

Turkey's central bank will adjust policy to hit its targets despite a recent slowdown in the disinflation process, Governor Fatih Karahan said on Wednesday.

November 26, 2025
Turkey central bank to adjust policy to hit target despite disinflation slowdown, chief says
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Proposed Teck-Anglo merger is subject to national security review, Canada says

Canada will submit the proposed merger of Anglo American and Teck Resources to a national security review, Industry Minister Melanie Joly said

November 26, 2025
Proposed Teck-Anglo merger is subject to national security review, Canada says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

New Zealand names Rodger Finlay as new central bank chair

Former investment banker Rodger Finlay has been appointed chair of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), Finance Minister Nicola Willis said on

November 26, 2025
New Zealand names Rodger Finlay as new central bank chair
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|US

MD-11 fleet grounding after UPS crash unlikely to end before 2026, source says

By David Shepardson, Allison Lampert and Lisa Baertlein -The vast grounding of MD-11 jets after a fiery crash this month involving one of the planes, is unlikely to end before 2026, a source told

November 26, 2025
MD-11 fleet grounding after UPS crash unlikely to end before 2026, source says
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Trump will not invite South Africa to G20 in US

Trump will not invite South Africa to G20 in US

November 26, 2025
Trump will not invite South Africa to G20 in US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Divided Fed sparks surge in rate options hedging as policy uncertainty lingers

Conflicting signals from the Federal Reserve on the timing and magnitude of U.S. interest rate cuts have accelerated hedging flows into swaptions and

November 26, 2025
Divided Fed sparks surge in rate options hedging as policy uncertainty lingers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Broadcaster E.W. Scripps adopts poison pill after $622 million Sinclair bid (Nov. 26)

U.S. broadcaster E.W.

November 26, 2025
Broadcaster E.W. Scripps adopts poison pill after $622 million Sinclair bid (Nov. 26)
Business|Economy|World

UK tax hikes to placate bond markets likely to be costly for Reeves

Rachel Reeves may have placated the bond market with her budget on Wednesday but higher taxes for Britons on everything from milkshakes to

November 26, 2025
UK tax hikes to placate bond markets likely to be costly for Reeves
Economy|Health|Political|World

Democratic-led states sue over Trump's food aid cuts for immigrants

A group of Democratic-led states sued on Wednesday to block U.S.

November 26, 2025
Democratic-led states sue over Trump's food aid cuts for immigrants
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US drillers cut oil rigs to lowest in four years, Baker Hughes says

U.S. energy firms this week cut the number of oil and natural gas rigs operating for the first time in four weeks, with oil rigs dropping to a four-year low, energy services firm

November 26, 2025
US drillers cut oil rigs to lowest in four years, Baker Hughes says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

SEC must not let crypto companies 'bypass' rules, stock exchanges say

The Securities and Exchange Commission's possible plan to grant crypto companies relief from regulation to sell "tokenised" stocks risks harming

November 26, 2025
SEC must not let crypto companies 'bypass' rules, stock exchanges say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Apple contests India's antitrust penalty law with risk of $38 billion fine, filing shows

Apple is challenging India's new antitrust penalty law under which the U.S. company could potentially face a fine of up to $38 billion, a

November 26, 2025
Apple contests India's antitrust penalty law with risk of $38 billion fine, filing shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Mexico lowers 2025 growth forecast, raises inflation estimates for early 2026

The Bank of Mexico cut its growth forecast for Mexico's economy to close to zero on Wednesday, amid bets by the bank's board that the country's weak economy

November 26, 2025
Bank of Mexico lowers 2025 growth forecast, raises inflation estimates for early 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Bayer unveils new soy seed for Brazil's farmers

German conglomerate Bayer on Wednesday said it will sell a new soybean product called Intacta 5+ for farmers in Brazil, the world's largest exporter and producer of

November 26, 2025
Bayer unveils new soy seed for Brazil's farmers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall St ends higher on growing bets for December Fed rate cut

Wall Street extended its rally on Wednesday as revived tech strength and the increasing probability of a December interest rate cut from the U.S.

November 26, 2025
Wall St ends higher on growing bets for December Fed rate cut
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US economic activity little changed ahead of next Fed meeting, report shows

U.S. economic activity was little changed in recent weeks, though employment was weaker in about half of the Federal Reserve's 12 districts and consumer spending declined, the U.S. central

November 26, 2025
US economic activity little changed ahead of next Fed meeting, report shows
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

US group sues Apple over Congo conflict minerals

A U.S.-based advocacy group has filed a lawsuit in Washington accusing Apple of using minerals linked to conflict and human rights

November 26, 2025
US group sues Apple over Congo conflict minerals
Business|Economy|Environment

BP's Whiting refinery returns to normal operations after October fire

BP's 440,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Whiting, Indiana, has returned to normal operations following a planned maintenance turnaround in September and a fire in

November 26, 2025
BP's Whiting refinery returns to normal operations after October fire
Business|Economy|Europe|Health

US Medicare price cuts manageable for most drugmakers, analysts say

U.S.

November 26, 2025
US Medicare price cuts manageable for most drugmakers, analysts say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK's Reeves raises tax burden to post-war high to shore up finances

British finance minister Rachel Reeves announced a big tax-raising budget on Wednesday that will take more money from workers, people saving for a

November 25, 2025
UK's Reeves raises tax burden to post-war high to shore up finances
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

California labor leader pleads not guilty to misdemeanor over immigration protest

The leader of a major labor union in Southern California who was arrested while protesting an immigration raid earlier this year has pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor charge and will face trial in January

November 26, 2025
California labor leader pleads not guilty to misdemeanor over immigration protest
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Gratitude and doubt: The effects of the shutdown linger as families prepare for Thanksgiving

As Americans prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, the gratitude many feel is tempered by doubts caused by the disruptions of the recent government shutdown

November 26, 2025
Gratitude and doubt: The effects of the shutdown linger as families prepare for Thanksgiving
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billions

The Trump administration says pharmaceutical companies have agreed to slash the Medicare prices for 15 prescription drugs after months of negotiations and that it's expected to produce billions in savings for older adults

November 26, 2025
Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billions
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What are shoppers looking for this Black Friday?

Retailers in the U.S. are gearing up for Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, which kicks off the holiday shopping season that typically account for a

November 26, 2025
What are shoppers looking for this Black Friday?
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NYC comptroller's push to drop BlackRock creates test for Mamdani

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is urging city pension fund officials to re-bid $42.3 billion managed by BlackRock, saying the fund manager has deprioritized climate

November 26, 2025
NYC comptroller's push to drop BlackRock creates test for Mamdani
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Tractor maker Deere flags higher 2026 tariff hit, weak profit

Deere & Co on Wednesday flagged a bigger hit from tariffs in 2026 and forecast its annual profit below estimates on the back of weaker margins on large

November 26, 2025
Tractor maker Deere flags higher 2026 tariff hit, weak profit
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US weekly jobless claims at seven-month low amid low layoffs

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell to a seven-month low last week, suggesting layoffs remained low, though the labor

November 26, 2025
US weekly jobless claims at seven-month low amid low layoffs
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STOXX 600 climbs on Fed cut hopes; banks rally post-UK budget announcement

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Purvi Agarwal and Tharuniyaa .

November 26, 2025
STOXX 600 climbs on Fed cut hopes; banks rally post-UK budget announcement
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ECB should cut rates only if inflation path points downward without rebound, Vujcic says

The European Central Bank must not try to micromanage monetary policy and should only cut interest rates again if price growth is heading below target without rebounding,

November 26, 2025
ECB should cut rates only if inflation path points downward without rebound, Vujcic says
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J.P. Morgan sees S&P 500 at 7,500 by end 2026, double-digit gain from here

The benchmark S&P 500 should end next year at 7,500, helped by a resilient U.S. economy and an artificial intelligence-driven "supercycle," according to

November 26, 2025
J.P. Morgan sees S&P 500 at 7,500 by end 2026, double-digit gain from here
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Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute

The Czech Republic's populist ANO party on Wednesday proposed appointing to cabinet a right-wing eurosceptic who has been criticised for performing a Nazi salute, complicating

November 26, 2025
Czech president voices opposition to cabinet nominee who made Nazi salute
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Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as job cuts stay low

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits declined last week in a sign that layoffs remain low, even as several high-profile companies have announced job cuts

November 26, 2025
Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as job cuts stay low
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TelevisaUnivision networks return to YouTube TV under new deal ending two-month blackout

TelevisaUnivision said on Wednesday it signed a multi-year distribution deal with YouTube TV, restoring the Spanish-language media company's networks on the pay-TV service after a nearly

November 26, 2025
TelevisaUnivision networks return to YouTube TV under new deal ending two-month blackout
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Hungary to boost oil deliveries to Serbia as US sanctions cut supplies

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL will increase crude oil and fuel deliveries to Serbia after supplies to its Russia-owned NIS refinery were cut due to U.S. sanctions, Hungary's

November 26, 2025
Hungary to boost oil deliveries to Serbia as US sanctions cut supplies
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Poland picks Sweden's Saab to supply it with three submarines

Poland said on Wednesday it had chosen Sweden's Saab to supply it with three submarines, in a multi-billion-dollar deal that forms a key element

November 26, 2025
Poland picks Sweden's Saab to supply it with three submarines
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Grindr's two top shareholders scrap $3.46 billion take-private bid after board ends talks

Grindr's two largest shareholders said on Wednesday that they had withdrawn their proposed $3.46 billion offer to take the dating app private, shortly after the company

November 26, 2025
Grindr's two top shareholders scrap $3.46 billion take-private bid after board ends talks
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Yen dips as rate hike talk fades; sterling lifted by UK budget

The yen weakened against the dollar on Wednesday, after an initial boost from speculation about a possible Bank of Japan rate hike next month faded,

November 26, 2025
Yen dips as rate hike talk fades; sterling lifted by UK budget
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Petrobras investment to drop in first cut under Brazil's Lula

Brazilian state-run oil firm Petrobras' five-year investment plan will see its first cut under President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government due to lower oil prices, three

November 26, 2025
Petrobras investment to drop in first cut under Brazil's Lula
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ECB still needs to see slowdown in non-energy inflation, chief economist says

The European Central Bank still needs to see a slowdown in non-energy inflation to be confident that overall price growth will hold at its 2% target, ECB chief economist Philip

November 26, 2025
ECB still needs to see slowdown in non-energy inflation, chief economist says
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Magnum Ice Cream raises $3.5 billion in bond issue, Unilever spinoff nears

The Magnum Ice Cream Company on Wednesday said it had completed a 3 billion euro ($3.48 billion) debut bond issue that was oversubscribed seven times, less than two weeks before the

November 26, 2025
Magnum Ice Cream raises $3.5 billion in bond issue, Unilever spinoff nears
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Oil edges up as investors await clarity on supply, Russia-Ukraine deal

Oil prices settled up on Wednesday, bouncing back from one-month lows in the previous session, as investors assessed prospects of oversupply and talks over a Russia-

November 26, 2025
Oil edges up as investors await clarity on supply, Russia-Ukraine deal
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As AI reshapes shopping, US retailers try to change how they're seen online

Big retailers traditionally spend millions on attracting eyeballs for the holiday season. Now, they're looking to get noticed by something else - AI agents.

November 26, 2025
As AI reshapes shopping, US retailers try to change how they're seen online
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Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers ... and stock ... to the public

The Enhanced Games is going public in two ways — with a new listing on the Nadsaq stock exchange and also by offering a direct-to-consumer business focused on performance products

November 26, 2025
Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers ... and stock ... to the public
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CNN exclusive: Colombian president says oil is ‘at the heart of’ US pressure campaign on Venezuela

CNN exclusive: Colombian president says oil is ‘at the heart of’ US pressure campaign on Venezuela

November 26, 2025
CNN exclusive: Colombian president says oil is ‘at the heart of’ US pressure campaign on Venezuela
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Euro zone banks should prepare for risk of dollar squeeze, ECB says

Euro zone lenders with big dollar businesses should bulk up their liquidity and capital cushions to withstand any squeeze in a U.S. currency made more volatile by President Donald

November 26, 2025
Euro zone banks should prepare for risk of dollar squeeze, ECB says
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EU urgently seeks agreement on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as US touts other ideas

The European Union has accelerated efforts to agree on a scheme to use frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine after a U.S.-backed peace plan last week set out

November 26, 2025
EU urgently seeks agreement on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine, as US touts other ideas
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How can Senegal tackle its debt crunch?

Senegal's bonds have plunged in November amid uncertainty over a new loan programme with the International Monetary Fund and investor concerns that it might have to

November 26, 2025
How can Senegal tackle its debt crunch?
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Brazil environment minister, climate summit star, faces political struggle at home

Brazilian Environment Minister Marina Silva fought back tears as global diplomats applauded her for several minutes on Saturday in the closing plenary of

November 26, 2025
Brazil environment minister, climate summit star, faces political struggle at home
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RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid

German power utility RWE and U.S. investor Apollo Global Management said on Wednesday that they successfully closed their partnership transaction for a joint venture to fund power grid

November 26, 2025
RWE and Apollo Global Management close transaction for German power grid
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Putin cannot leave Ukraine war successfully, German chancellor says

Russian President Vladimir Putin must accept he has no option to leave the war in Ukraine successfully, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday.

November 26, 2025
Putin cannot leave Ukraine war successfully, German chancellor says
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Senegal's debt figures improve after updating economic calculation

Senegal's economy is 13.5% larger and its debt ratio slightly better after the government updated the base year used to calculate its economic output, the statistics office said.

November 26, 2025
Senegal's debt figures improve after updating economic calculation
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Japan manufacturers' union to target $77 monthly base pay hike next year

A Japanese labour union group representing major manufacturers said on Wednesday that it would seek an increase of at least 12,000 yen ($77) in monthly base pay for next year, the

November 26, 2025
Japan manufacturers' union to target $77 monthly base pay hike next year
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Relatively cheap European stocks set for another 11% gain in 2026- Reuters poll

European shares will repeat this year's strong gains in 2026, a Reuters poll indicated, with investors hopeful that an improving economic environment combined with

November 26, 2025
Relatively cheap European stocks set for another 11% gain in 2026- Reuters poll
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US political support tilts Latam market risk, investors say 

Latin America's political map is tilting to the right just as Washington signals deeper support for ideologically aligned governments, a convergence that

November 26, 2025
US political support tilts Latam market risk, investors say 
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UK inflation to average 2.5% in 2026, OBR forecasts

British consumer price inflation is set to average 2.5% in 2026, according to estimates by the Office for Budget Responsibility published on its website on Wednesday ahead of finance

November 26, 2025
UK inflation to average 2.5% in 2026, OBR forecasts
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Poland to receive $51 billion from EU's defence investment programme, PM says

Poland will receive 44 billion euros ($50.91 billion) from the European Union's SAFE programme to boost its armed forces, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday. 

November 26, 2025
Poland to receive $51 billion from EU's defence investment programme, PM says
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UK OBR downgrades 2026 growth forecast to 1.4%

Britain's economy is forecast to grow by 1.4% next year, according to estimates by the country's budget watchdog published on its website on Wednesday ahead of finance minister

November 26, 2025
UK OBR downgrades 2026 growth forecast to 1.4%
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UK's unpopular Labour government tries to fight back with a tax-raising budget

Britain’s Labour government is seeking to shift the political narrative with a tax-raising budget aimed at boosting economic growth and reducing child poverty

November 26, 2025
UK's unpopular Labour government tries to fight back with a tax-raising budget
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Germany's Merz sees signs economy turning corner, IMF says mid-term prospects constrained

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday said there were signs the economy is turning a corner following his landmark reform of fiscal rules earlier this year,

November 26, 2025
Germany's Merz sees signs economy turning corner, IMF says mid-term prospects constrained
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European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban

Europe's embattled carmakers are hoping for a reprieve when Brussels unveils an auto sector package next month, which could water down an effective ban on new combustion engines initially

November 26, 2025
European carmakers hope for reprieve on 2035 combustion engine ban
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Trump team wants Taiwan to train US chip plant workers, sources say

U.S.

November 26, 2025
Trump team wants Taiwan to train US chip plant workers, sources say
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China Vanke seeks first extension on onshore bond payment, bonds slump

China Vanke will seek bondholder approval to delay the repayment of a 2 billion yuan ($282.6 million) onshore bond, a filing late on Wednesday showed, a move that could

November 26, 2025
China Vanke seeks first extension on onshore bond payment, bonds slump
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

How sanctions made a showpiece Chinese refinery's Western partners run for the exits

When Shandong Yulong Petrochemical opened its Singapore office a year ago, the company staged a lion dance to herald prosperity for the

November 26, 2025
How sanctions made a showpiece Chinese refinery's Western partners run for the exits
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Hedge funds bet against UK firms as budget looms, says Goldman Sachs

Stock-picking hedge funds now have the biggest short positions since 2023 on UK-based stocks exposed to the domestic economy, according to a Goldman Sachs client

November 26, 2025
Hedge funds bet against UK firms as budget looms, says Goldman Sachs
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Deutsche Bank raises 2026 gold price forecast to $4,450/oz

Deutsche Bank raised its 2026 gold price forecast to $4,450 an ounce from $4,000 on Wednesday, citing stabilising investor flows and persistent central bank demand.

November 26, 2025
Deutsche Bank raises 2026 gold price forecast to $4,450/oz
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Giving thanks for bad economic news

By Anna Szymanski -By Anna Szymanski, Editor in Charge, Reuters Open Interest What matters in U.S. and global markets today Weaker-than-expected U.S. economic data has upped bets for a Federal Reserve

November 26, 2025
Giving thanks for bad economic news
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Trump administration seeks major Belarus prisoner release, sources say

The Trump administration and Belarus are discussing the possible release of at least 100 political prisoners by Minsk soon, three sources familiar with the

November 26, 2025
Trump administration seeks major Belarus prisoner release, sources say
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Small U.S. retailers face holiday supply chaos due to Trump tariffs

For Matt Hassett, founder of New York-based sleep wellness brand Loftie, the year-end holiday rush has always kept him on his toes.

November 26, 2025
Small U.S. retailers face holiday supply chaos due to Trump tariffs
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Belgian national strike disrupts schools, flights and public transport

The third and final day of a national strike in Belgium on Wednesday grounded most flights at Brussels Airport and disrupted public transport.

November 26, 2025
Belgian national strike disrupts schools, flights and public transport
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Brazil's annual inflation back within target range for first time since January

Brazil's annual inflation fell back within the central bank's target range in early November, official data showed on Wednesday, marking the first time since mid-January that the

November 26, 2025
Brazil's annual inflation back within target range for first time since January
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China pushes for mediation to resolve Nexperia dispute

China's commerce ministry said on Wednesday that it agreed with the European Union to urge Nexperia's Dutch and Chinese units to resolve their standoff,

November 26, 2025
China pushes for mediation to resolve Nexperia dispute
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Lebanon, Cyprus sign maritime deal, paving way for possible energy exploration

Lebanon and Cyprus signed a long-awaited maritime demarcation deal on Wednesday, paving the way for potential exploration of offshore gas fields and energy cooperation in the

November 26, 2025
Lebanon, Cyprus sign maritime deal, paving way for possible energy exploration
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Chinese regulators block ByteDance from using Nvidia chips, The Information reports

Chinese regulators have barred TikTok-owner ByteDance from deploying Nvidia chips in new data centers, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing two company employees.

November 26, 2025
Chinese regulators block ByteDance from using Nvidia chips, The Information reports
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Tesla flags low maintenance and fuel costs to woo Indian buyers

Tesla's low running costs, including maintenance and fuel, can help Indian buyers to recoup about one-third of the Model Y's $67,000 price tag over four to

November 26, 2025
Tesla flags low maintenance and fuel costs to woo Indian buyers
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World's central banks are wary of AI and struggling to quit the dollar, survey shows

Artificial Intelligence is not a core part of operations at most of the world's central banks and digital assets are off the table, according to a survey released on

November 26, 2025
World's central banks are wary of AI and struggling to quit the dollar, survey shows
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Vatican reports first budget surplus after years of deficits

The Vatican closed 2024 with a budget surplus of 1.6 million euros ($1.85 million), it said on Wednesday, signalling a turnaround after years of deficits that

November 26, 2025
Vatican reports first budget surplus after years of deficits
Economy|Europe|World

Ireland tightens immigration rules in bid to slow population growth

Ireland introduced measures to tighten its immigration rules on Wednesday that the justice minister said were aimed at slowing a "worryingly" high rate of population growth amid

November 26, 2025
Ireland tightens immigration rules in bid to slow population growth
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US core capital goods orders and shipments soar in September

New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods surged in September and shipments of these goods increased solidly, cementing economists' expectations that economic growth

November 26, 2025
US core capital goods orders and shipments soar in September
Economy|Political|World

Trump administration again seeks to end Haitian protected status

The Trump administration is again seeking to end humanitarian protection for Haitians in the U.S., saying their legal status will end on February 3, a government

November 26, 2025
Trump administration again seeks to end Haitian protected status
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S&P cuts Tether stablecoin rating to 'weak' on disclosure gaps

S&P Global downgraded its rating of Tether, the world's largest stablecoin on Wednesday, citing an increase in higher-risk assets in its reserves and "persistent

November 26, 2025
S&P cuts Tether stablecoin rating to 'weak' on disclosure gaps
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Ghana central bank delivers third big rate cut as inflation tumbles

Ghana's central bank cut its main interest rate by 350 basis points to 18.0% on Wednesday, citing an improved economic outlook and expectations for further declines

November 26, 2025
Ghana central bank delivers third big rate cut as inflation tumbles
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Reality check for EU: China is eating your lunch, find growth at home, ECB chief economist argues

The world economy is undergoing transformative changes beyond U.S. tariffs and Europe needs to start finding growth at home because its traditional sources of

November 26, 2025
Reality check for EU: China is eating your lunch, find growth at home, ECB chief economist argues
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Global stocks to edge higher in 2026 but lag this year's strong run: Reuters Poll

Most major global stock indexes should trade higher by the end of 2026 but will struggle to repeat this year's surprisingly strong performance, according to a

November 26, 2025
Global stocks to edge higher in 2026 but lag this year's strong run: Reuters Poll
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Wall Street opens higher as December Fed rate-cut bets grow

Wall Street's main stock indexes opened higher on Wednesday, as investors parsed through a fresh batch of economic data and cemented expectations the Federal Reserve could cut interest

November 26, 2025
Wall Street opens higher as December Fed rate-cut bets grow
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Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness

Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness

November 26, 2025
Man to spend Thanksgiving night homeless to raise awareness
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As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste

Despite the administration’s claim of streamlining the government to make its operations more efficient, a range of recent federal policies have, in fact, exacerbated food wastage.

November 26, 2025
As US hunger rises, Trump administration’s ‘efficiency’ goals cause massive food waste
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MacKenzie Scott's college roommate once loaned her $1K. Now it's the billionaire's turn to invest

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott is one of the world’s wealthiest women

November 26, 2025
MacKenzie Scott's college roommate once loaned her $1K. Now it's the billionaire's turn to invest
Business|Economy|Food

Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite

Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite

November 26, 2025
Restaurant reservations spike for Thanksgiving as grocery store prices bite
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Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know

November 25, 2025
Could the latest Ukraine talks actually end the war? Here’s what to know
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US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan

President Donald Trump’s chief interlocutor with the Russian government last month advised a senior aide to Vladimir Putin on how the Russian leader should go about pitching the U.S. president on a Ukraine peace plan

November 26, 2025
US envoy coached Putin aide on how Russian leader should pitch Trump on Ukraine peace plan
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National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists

National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists

November 26, 2025
National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists
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OpenAI projects 220 million paying ChatGPT users by 2030, The Information Reports

Artificial intelligence firm OpenAI has projected at least 220 million of ChatGPT weekly users will pay for a subscription, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar

November 26, 2025
OpenAI projects 220 million paying ChatGPT users by 2030, The Information Reports
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Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows

Germany remained the European Union's largest net contributor in 2024 despite its ongoing economic crisis, though its payments have fallen sharply

November 26, 2025
Germany remains EU's top net contributor despite economic slump, study shows
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Tesla CEO Musk says Austin robotaxi fleet to double next month

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said on Tuesday that the number of robotaxis in Austin, Texas, will double in December, following the rollout of its self-driving service in the city in June

November 26, 2025
Tesla CEO Musk says Austin robotaxi fleet to double next month
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Japan PM Takaichi rules out risk of British-style 'Truss' shock

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ruled out on Wednesday the possibility that Japan could face a British-style "Truss moment", or loss of market confidence stemming from

November 26, 2025
Japan PM Takaichi rules out risk of British-style 'Truss' shock
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China

Taiwan will introduce a $40-billion supplementary defence budget to underscore its determination to defend itself in the face of a rising threat from

November 25, 2025
Taiwan plans extra $40 billion in defence spending to counter China
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UK inflation expectations fall sharply to 3.7% in November - Citi/YouGov

The British public's expectations for inflation over the next 12 months fell to 3.7% in November from 4.2% the previous month, a survey by YouGov for the U.S. bank Citi showed on

November 26, 2025
UK inflation expectations fall sharply to 3.7% in November - Citi/YouGov
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Australia warns its pension industry to be more prepared for wave of retirees

Australia's financial regulators have warned the country's A$4.5 trillion ($2.9 trillion) pension industry to speed up preparations for an estimated 2.5 million people due

November 26, 2025
Australia warns its pension industry to be more prepared for wave of retirees
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Pets, anime and toys are part of China's latest effort to boost consumption

China unveiled a plan to boost consumption in the world's second-largest economy, detailing measures that include promoting upgrades of consumer goods in rural areas and sectors

November 26, 2025
Pets, anime and toys are part of China's latest effort to boost consumption
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tesla says it values China suppliers, does not exclude any by origin

A top Tesla China executive said on Wednesday the U.S. automaker values the role of China-based suppliers and does not exclude any on the basis of country of origin or geographical

November 26, 2025
Tesla says it values China suppliers, does not exclude any by origin
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Japan says consumer sentiment improving, keeping its view on 'moderate' economic recovery

Japan's government said consumer sentiment on the economy was recovering despite persistent inflation in a monthly report published on Wednesday. 

November 26, 2025
Japan says consumer sentiment improving, keeping its view on 'moderate' economic recovery
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Indian stocks to hit new highs by mid-2026 despite foreign exodus- Reuters poll

India’s stock market will reach record highs by mid-2026 and extend those gains through next year, a Reuters poll of equity analysts showed, as

November 26, 2025
Indian stocks to hit new highs by mid-2026 despite foreign exodus- Reuters poll
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan puts $40 billion toward buying US weapons and building a defense dome

Taiwan’s president has announced a special $40 billion budget for arms purchases, including to build an air defense system with high-level detection and interception capabilities

November 26, 2025
Taiwan puts $40 billion toward buying US weapons and building a defense dome
Business|Economy|World

BOJ preps markets for near-term hike as weak yen overshadows politics

The Bank of Japan is preparing markets for a possible interest rate hike as soon as next month, sources say, reviving previous hawkish language as worries about sharp

November 26, 2025
BOJ preps markets for near-term hike as weak yen overshadows politics
Business|Economy|Health

US slashes 36% off Medicare spending on 15 high-priced medicines

The U.S.

November 25, 2025
US slashes 36% off Medicare spending on 15 high-priced medicines
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Foxconn wins approval for new $569 million investment in Wisconsin

Taiwan's Foxconn said on Wednesday that it had secured regulatory approval to invest an additional $569 million in the U.S. state of Wisconsin to

November 26, 2025
Foxconn wins approval for new $569 million investment in Wisconsin
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia's financial conditions influenced by global factors, central banker says

A senior Australian central banker said on Wednesday the country's financial conditions were influenced by global factors, with low equity risk premia and credit spreads suggesting

November 26, 2025
Australia's financial conditions influenced by global factors, central banker says
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China's GWM targets 300,000 annual production with first Europe car plant

China's Great Wall Motor is targeting annual production of 300,000 vehicles by 2029 in Europe where it is scouting locations for its first car

November 26, 2025
China's GWM targets 300,000 annual production with first Europe car plant
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US Navy axes frigate program in another blow to efforts to keep up with China’s fleet

US Navy axes frigate program in another blow to efforts to keep up with China’s fleet

November 26, 2025
US Navy axes frigate program in another blow to efforts to keep up with China’s fleet
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Bangladesh slum fire leaves thousands homeless

A massive fire tore through one of Dhaka’s largest slums on Tuesday evening, leaving thousands of people homeless and turning rows of tin-roofed shanties into charred rubble,

November 26, 2025
Bangladesh slum fire leaves thousands homeless
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Sri Lanka central bank holds interest rate steady ahead of budget, IMF review

Sri Lanka's central bank kept its policy interest rate unchanged on Wednesday as it awaited approval of the country's budget and the latest loan review from the

November 26, 2025
Sri Lanka central bank holds interest rate steady ahead of budget, IMF review
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China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say

China bought at least 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans worth around $300 million in contracts signed since Tuesday, two traders with knowledge of

November 26, 2025
China buys at least 10 US soybean cargoes in new deals after Trump-Xi call, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Reeves takes centre stage

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter: It's make-or-break time for Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves as she unveils later today a budget expected to

November 26, 2025
Reeves takes centre stage
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South Korea finance chief vows FX stability, but offers no near-term measures

South Korea's Finance Minister vowed on Wednesday to stabilise a weak won, but stopped short of introducing specific policy measures to address the situation, amid

November 26, 2025
South Korea finance chief vows FX stability, but offers no near-term measures
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Technology|World

Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has spent much of this year focused on the carmaker’s robotics pursuits and winning shareholder approval for his freshly minted $1 trillion

November 26, 2025
Tesla struggles to course correct from sales skid
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Ambitious plan to store CO2 beneath the North Sea set to start operations

INEOS plans to transform the Nini oil field in the North Sea into a carbon storage site

November 26, 2025
Ambitious plan to store CO2 beneath the North Sea set to start operations
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa

Thousands of Cubans remain without power, water or proper shelter almost a month after Hurricane Melissa pummeled the island’s eastern region as one of the strongest Atlantic storms in history

November 26, 2025
Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after Hurricane Melissa
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he does not want to extend Obamacare subsidies but might consider such a move after a report said

November 25, 2025
Trump says would prefer not to extend Obamacare subsidies
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The US has released an ‘America First Global Health Strategy.’ Health experts warn it is risky

The US has released an ‘America First Global Health Strategy.’ Health experts warn it is risky

November 26, 2025
The US has released an ‘America First Global Health Strategy.’ Health experts warn it is risky
Economy|Europe|Political|World

US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has become a key negotiator in the Trump administration’s push to end the Russia-Ukraine war

November 26, 2025
US Army secretary takes unlikely role as key negotiator in push to end Russia-Ukraine war
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Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems

Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems

November 26, 2025
Global demand for rare earths is wreaking havoc on one of Asia’s mightiest river systems
Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks

The National Park Service says it is going to start charging international tourists an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular U.S. parks

November 26, 2025
National Parks to raise fees for international tourists to popular US parks
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Central bank body BIS appoints new head of tech hub

The Bank for International Settlements, the umbrella body for central banks, on

November 25, 2025
Central bank body BIS appoints new head of tech hub
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Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion

November 26, 2025
Trump admin says drug price negotiations will save Medicare roughly $12 billion
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Cuba mulls new measures to entice foreign investment amid crisis

Cuba is considering a raft of measures to attract foreign investment by creating a "simpler, more agile and more transparent" business climate, a minister said on

November 25, 2025
Cuba mulls new measures to entice foreign investment amid crisis
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Fed optimism, Thanksgiving week   

Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Alden Bentley, Editor in Charge, Americas Finance and Markets Jamie is enjoying some well-deserved time off,

November 25, 2025
Trading Day: Fed optimism, Thanksgiving week   
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Ackman's Pershing Square targets $5 billion IPO for closed-end fund

Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman aims to raise $5 billion for a new U.S.-listed closed-end fund that will debut at the same time he plans to list his hedge fund firm,

November 25, 2025
Ackman's Pershing Square targets $5 billion IPO for closed-end fund
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Meatpacker JBS agrees to merge its leather assets with the ones from Viva

Brazilian meatpacker JBS said on Tuesday it had signed a binding memorandum of understanding with the shareholders of Viva to combine both firms' assets related to leather

November 25, 2025
Meatpacker JBS agrees to merge its leather assets with the ones from Viva
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Pentagon says Boeing awarded more than $7 billion in military contracts

The U.S. military has awarded Boeing two contracts valued at over $7 billion, the Pentagon said on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
Pentagon says Boeing awarded more than $7 billion in military contracts
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Apollo, other firms accused of of blocking debt refinancing in US antitrust lawsuit

Apollo Capital Management, BlackRock and six other financial firms were sued on Tuesday in federal court in Manhattan by broadband provider Optimum

November 25, 2025
Apollo, other firms accused of of blocking debt refinancing in US antitrust lawsuit
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Japan's leading indicator of service inflation hits 2.7% in October

A leading indicator of Japan's services sector prices rose 2.7% in October from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, a sign labour shortages continue to prod companies to pass on

November 26, 2025
Japan's leading indicator of service inflation hits 2.7% in October
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter Venture Global has signed a 20-year deal to supply Japan's top city gas provider, Tokyo Gas, with 1 million metric tons per annum (mtpa) of the

November 26, 2025
Venture Global, Tokyo Gas sign 20-year LNG supply deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Workday posts lukewarm quarterly subscription revenue, shares fall

Workday reported third-quarter subscription revenue in line with Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, signaling softer demand and sending its shares down nearly 7% in extended trading.

November 26, 2025
Workday posts lukewarm quarterly subscription revenue, shares fall
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Australia's inflation stubbornly high in October, closing door for rate cuts

Australian consumer inflation accelerated for a fourth straight month in October, a new data series showed on Wednesday, a hot result that has markets giving up hopes

November 26, 2025
Australia's inflation stubbornly high in October, closing door for rate cuts
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Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods

U.S.

November 26, 2025
Trump says China's Xi 'more or less agreed' to accelerate purchases of US goods
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USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down

Seth Meyer, the U.S.

November 26, 2025
USDA chief economist Seth Meyer to step down
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine

Russian authorities must increase the number of people who identify as Russian and speak Russian in the parts of Ukraine incorporated into the country since Moscow's 2022 invasion,

November 26, 2025
Putin says authorities must 'strengthen' Russian identity in Ukraine
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NZ central bank cuts cash rate by 25 bps to 2.25%

New Zealand's central bank cut its benchmark official cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.25% on Wednesday, its lowest level since mid-2022, as policymakers extended

November 26, 2025
NZ central bank cuts cash rate by 25 bps to 2.25%
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Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis

President Rodrigo Paz of Bolivia says he will scrap a ream of taxes in one of his first moves since becoming the nation’s first conservative leader in nearly two decades in a bid to rescue a crisis-stricken economy

November 25, 2025
Bolivia's new president plans to scrap taxes and borrow money to confront economic crisis
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Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trains

People with Thanksgiving travel plans may still feel on edge after the U.S. government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays

November 24, 2025
Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trains
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European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned that the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline".

November 25, 2025
European car industry risks 'irreversible decline', Stellantis chairman warns
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Nigeria's central bank holds key rate, wants inflation to fall further

Nigeria's central bank left its main interest rate unchanged on Tuesday, saying it wanted inflation to fall further, but it lowered a

November 25, 2025
Nigeria's central bank holds key rate, wants inflation to fall further
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Ukraine's anti-graft chief expects new charges in major corruption case

Investigators in Ukraine could bring new charges in a sweeping probe into high-level graft that has fuelled the country's worst wartime political crisis, the country's

November 25, 2025
Ukraine's anti-graft chief expects new charges in major corruption case
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Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles

The federal Bureau of Prisons is shutting down its Terminal Island facility near Los Angeles over concerns about crumbling infrastructure, including falling concrete that threatens to knock out the facility’s heating system

November 25, 2025
Federal Bureau of Prisons says falling concrete is forcing it to close a prison near Los Angeles
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France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse

France and Germany are ratcheting up pressure on their industrial champions to rescue Europe's next-generation fighter

November 25, 2025
France and Germany step up pressure on arms firms to resolve fighter impasse
Business|Economy|US|World

US pending home sales increase in October amid lower mortgage rates

Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes increased more than expected in October, likely as lower mortgage rates pulled buyers back into the market.

November 25, 2025
US pending home sales increase in October amid lower mortgage rates
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe

In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann on Tuesday warned the European auto industry risks an "irreversible decline" if the European Union does not soften its stance on cuts in carbon

November 25, 2025
In plea to EU, Stellantis chairman warns European car industry risks 'irreversible decline'
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Dick's Sporting warns Foot Locker reset could cost up to $750 million; shares drop

(Corrects stock move in paragraph 2 to 3% from 6% in early trading, not premarket; also corrects margin forecast drop in paragraph 8 to a range of 1,000 to 1,500 basis points, not 1,500 basis points

November 25, 2025
Dick's Sporting warns Foot Locker reset could cost up to $750 million; shares drop
Business|Economy|Technology

HP to cut about 6,000 jobs by 2028, ramps up AI efforts

HP Inc said on Tuesday it expects to cut between 4,000 and 6,000 jobs globally by fiscal 2028 as part of a plan to streamline operations and adopt artificial intelligence to

November 25, 2025
HP to cut about 6,000 jobs by 2028, ramps up AI efforts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Analog Devices sees upbeat quarterly results on resilient demand

Analog Devices on Tuesday forecast first-quarter profit and revenue above estimates, after beating fourth-quarter expectations, as the chipmaker benefited from strong demand despite tariff

November 25, 2025
Analog Devices sees upbeat quarterly results on resilient demand
Business|Economy|Finance

Keurig Dr Pepper taps Mattel veteran Anthony DiSilvestro as CFO

Beverage maker Keurig Dr Pepper on Tuesday appointed Anthony DiSilvestro as the company's chief financial officer, effective immediately, replacing outgoing CFO Sudhanshu Priyadarshi.

November 25, 2025
Keurig Dr Pepper taps Mattel veteran Anthony DiSilvestro as CFO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

US tech valuations stretched further as earnings contribute less

U.S. tech companies' share of S&P 500 earnings has been slipping even as their contribution to the index's market value remains near multi-decade highs, raising

November 25, 2025
US tech valuations stretched further as earnings contribute less
Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday told a Coalition of the Willing meeting that London was "ready to move" with the European Union on providing financial support to

November 25, 2025
UK to move with EU on Russian frozen assets, Starmer says
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US business inventories unexpectedly flat in August as stocks at retailers fall

U.S. business inventories were unexpectedly unchanged in August, with stocks at retailers falling amid strong sales.

November 25, 2025
US business inventories unexpectedly flat in August as stocks at retailers fall
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|US

J.M. Smucker forecasts annual profit below estimates as coffee inflation bites

J.M. Smucker on Tuesday forecast annual profit below analysts' estimates as a surge in coffee costs is expected to squeeze its margin, sending shares of the food maker down 3%.

November 25, 2025
J.M. Smucker forecasts annual profit below estimates as coffee inflation bites
Americas|Economy|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads all potential right-wing challengers for the 2026 election, while his approval ratings have climbed in recent months, a poll by

November 25, 2025
Brazil's Lula leads potential right-wing rivals ahead of 2026 vote, poll shows
Business|Economy|World

Bolivia negotiating $9 billion in multilateral loans to spur recovery

Bolivia is negotiating multilateral financing that will exceed $9 billion for public and private projects, Economy Minister Jose Gabriel

November 25, 2025
Bolivia negotiating $9 billion in multilateral loans to spur recovery
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Lukoil co-founder Fedun sells his stake back to company, sources say

Leonid Fedun, a co-founder of Lukoil, has sold his roughly $7 billion stake in the Russian company, three sources said and data

November 25, 2025
Lukoil co-founder Fedun sells his stake back to company, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief

TikTok said Tuesday it had named former Boeing government affairs chief Ziad Ojakli as the short video app's head of public policy for the Americas as it

November 25, 2025
TikTok names former Boeing exec as US public policy chief
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OPEC+ seen keeping oil output unchanged, focus on capacity debate

OPEC+ is likely to leave output levels unchanged at its meeting on Sunday while focusing talks on a theoretical topic of how much oil its members can

November 25, 2025
OPEC+ seen keeping oil output unchanged, focus on capacity debate
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Toronto Stock Exchange parent sees stronger IPO market heading into 2026

TMX Group, which operates the Toronto Stock Exchange, is expecting a big pickup in stock market listings heading into 2026, boosted by a robust pipeline of companies

November 25, 2025
Toronto Stock Exchange parent sees stronger IPO market heading into 2026
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says

The leaders of the European countries supporting Ukraine, the so-called coalition of the willing, on Tuesday insisted to keep pressuring Russia with sanctions in a video call with

November 25, 2025
Europeans told U.S. Rubio to maintain pressure on Russia, von der Leyen says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026

Britain's main minimum wage rate will rise by 4.1% to 12.71 pounds ($16.67) an hour next April to keep up with average pay, the government said on Tuesday, despite

November 25, 2025
UK government approves 4.1% rise in minimum wage for 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US retail sales growth cools; consumer sentiment sags amid job market worries

U.S. retail sales increased less than expected in September, suggesting consumer fatigue amid higher prices because of tariffs, though the moderation did not

November 25, 2025
US retail sales growth cools; consumer sentiment sags amid job market worries
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US bank regulator approves relaxed leverage rules

A U.S. bank regulator approved new final rules aimed at easing leverage requirements for banks, requiring firms to set aside less capital as a cushion against

November 25, 2025
US bank regulator approves relaxed leverage rules
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Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday he was concluding a second round of interviews later in the day for a new U.S.

November 25, 2025
Good chance Trump may unveil Fed pick by Christmas, Bessent says
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S&P Global puts Under Armour's ratings on downgrade watch

Credit rating agency S&P Global on Tuesday placed sportswear company Under Armour's ratings on watch for potential downgrades.

November 25, 2025
S&P Global puts Under Armour's ratings on downgrade watch
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding

A group of U.S. states filed a lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to block President Donald Trump's administration from placing new restrictions on more than $3 billion in grant

November 25, 2025
US states sue to block Trump administration from restricting homelessness funding
Business|Economy

JetBlue ground workers seek union vote, IAM says

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) said on Tuesday it will file for union representation election covering about 3,000 JetBlue ground workers.

November 25, 2025
JetBlue ground workers seek union vote, IAM says
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Robinhood CEO's math-focused AI startup Harmonic valued at $1.45 billion in latest fundraising

Harmonic, an artificial intelligence startup co-founded by Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev, has raised $120 million in new funding, valuing the company at $1.45 billion, as it

November 25, 2025
Robinhood CEO's math-focused AI startup Harmonic valued at $1.45 billion in latest fundraising
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UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general

The process to elect the next United Nations secretary-general formally kicked off on Tuesday as member states were asked to nominate candidates to take over the role from

November 25, 2025
UN kicks off process to elect next secretary-general
Economy|Political|World

US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister

A top U.S. military official on Tuesday met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to reaffirm partnership and discuss priorities for regional security and stability

November 25, 2025
US military's Caine meets with Trinidad prime minister
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How will the next UN chief be chosen and who wants the job?

A new United Nations secretary-general will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.

October 22, 2025
How will the next UN chief be chosen and who wants the job?
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US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown

The U.S. government posted a higher $284 billion deficit for October in a report delayed and impacted by the recent federal government shutdown and reflecting record tariff

November 25, 2025
US budget deficit hits $284 billion in October; report impacted by shutdown
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions

A health care proposal circulated by the White House in recent days is running into Republican divisions on the issue

November 25, 2025
Health care plan circulated by the White House runs into familiar GOP divisions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

US Treasury secretary takes aim at Fed's interest rate control system

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday the Federal Reserve's system of managing interest rates is struggling and needs to be simplified.

November 25, 2025
US Treasury secretary takes aim at Fed's interest rate control system
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US judge approves bid from Elliott affiliate for Citgo Petroleum parent

A U.S. judge on Tuesday approved a $5.9 billion bid from an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management in the court-organized auction of Citgo Petroleum's parent

November 25, 2025
US judge approves bid from Elliott affiliate for Citgo Petroleum parent
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Dell bets on rising AI server demand to forecast higher growth

Dell forecast fourth-quarter revenue and profit above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, as increasing investments in data centers to support artificial intelligence boost

November 25, 2025
Dell bets on rising AI server demand to forecast higher growth
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

Warner Bros Discovery seeks improved bids by December 1, sources say

Warner Bros Discovery has asked potential buyers to submit improved offers by December 1, two sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

November 25, 2025
Warner Bros Discovery seeks improved bids by December 1, sources say
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina

'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina

November 25, 2025
'Jackpotting': ATMs rigged to spit out cash in Salina
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A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal

Kirill Dmitriev has emerged as a key player in drafting a new proposal to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

November 25, 2025
A look at Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian envoy who helped craft the new Ukraine peace proposal
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks climb on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow rallies 660 points

Stocks climbed again on hopes for a coming cut to interest rates

November 25, 2025
Stocks climb on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow rallies 660 points
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The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders

Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter

November 25, 2025
The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Economy|Education|Health|Science

How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity

Free food may fill your stomach, but it doesn’t always satisfy the desire to feel fully human.

November 25, 2025
How food assistance programs can feed families and nourish their dignity
Business|Economy|Europe|Travel|World

Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike

Brussels Airport will cancel 110 of the 203 incoming flights on Wednesday, in addition to the departing flights already scrapped due to a nationwide strike, a spokesperson said,

November 25, 2025
Brussels airport says 110 extra flights cancelled on Wednesday due to strike
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Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC

Chinese purchases of American soybeans are "right on schedule", U.S.

November 25, 2025
Chinese 'right on schedule' for US soybean purchases, Bessent tells CNBC
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Miran ties rising unemployment to current setting of monetary policy - Fox Business

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said in a television interview on Tuesday that a deteriorating job market was happening because of where the central bank has set it short-term

November 25, 2025
Fed's Miran ties rising unemployment to current setting of monetary policy - Fox Business
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Rising energy costs lift US producer prices in September

U.S. producer prices rebounded in September as the cost of energy goods surged and producers passed on some tariffs.

November 25, 2025
Rising energy costs lift US producer prices in September
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has the flexibility and the incentive to offer crude oil cargoes, which the country mostly sells to China, as a bargaining

November 25, 2025
What could Maduro offer Trump in potential talks? Oil
Economy|Political|World

Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash

"Call me anytime" was the message Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she received from U.S.

November 25, 2025
Japan PM highlights Trump bond after first talks since China clash
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Wall Street opens mixed as investors assess data, Alphabet shines

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed at the open on Tuesday as investors took stock of a series of delayed economic data to gauge the health of the U.S. economy, while Alphabet gained

November 25, 2025
Wall Street opens mixed as investors assess data, Alphabet shines
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Retail sales miss expectations in September, producer prices rise

U.S. retail sales rose 0.2% after an unrevised 0.6% gain in August, the Commerce Department said on Tuesday, short of the 0.4% rise expected by economists polled by Reuters. 

November 25, 2025
Retail sales miss expectations in September, producer prices rise
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral

The aggregated fiscal stance of euro zone countries should stay neutral next year, the European Commission said on Tuesday in a recommendation that is to help coordinate fiscal

November 25, 2025
EU Commission says euro zone 2026 fiscal stance should stay neutral
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‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash

November 25, 2025
‘We trained for this’: Recent drill helped Louisville airport crews rapidly respond to plane crash
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Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims

Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims

November 25, 2025
Rep. Eric Swalwell alleges in new lawsuit that Bill Pulte abused database access to gin up mortgage fraud claims
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up

Best Buy is raising its profit and sales expectations ahead of the holiday shopping season after a strong third quarter

November 25, 2025
Best Buy ups sales outlook heading into holiday shopping ramp-up
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|US

New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices

Real estate software company RealPage has agreed to stop sharing nonpublic information between landlords as part of a settlement with the Department of Justice

November 25, 2025
New limits for a rent algorithm that prosecutors say let landlords drive up prices
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered

New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered

November 25, 2025
New York firefighters union demands 9/11 toxins records be released after boxes of documents are uncovered
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U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes

U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia has agreed to pay nearly $5.2 million in overdue personal taxes

November 25, 2025
U.S. Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia agrees to pay nearly $5.2M in overdue personal taxes
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Lifestyle

Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change

Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change

November 25, 2025
Penny shortage hits some restaurants hard when it comes to exact change
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains

U.S. consumers were much less confident in the economy in November in the aftermath of the government shutdown and amid weak hiring and stubborn inflation

November 25, 2025
Consumer confidence slides as Americans grow wary of high costs and sluggish job gains
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SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving

November 25, 2025
SNAP funds reach widow days before Thanksgiving
Crime|Economy|Health|Lifestyle

North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis

North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis

November 25, 2025
North Texas senior without food and water calls 911 for help amid growing crisis
Economy|Food|Interview|Lifestyle

Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving

Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving

November 25, 2025
Anonymous donor provides thousands of families with turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Economy|Interview|Opinion|Political|World

Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation

In a war that’s lasted almost four years, a former diplomat says it’s not realistic to say, ‘In the next week, come up with a very complicated peace deal, sign off on it and it’s going to stick.’

November 24, 2025
Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|US|World

US retail sales rose slightly in September, adding to months of big gains

Sales at U.S. retailers and restaurants rose slightly in September as resilient consumers moderated their spending after splurging over the summer

November 25, 2025
US retail sales rose slightly in September, adding to months of big gains
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Alibaba's cloud business revenue soars 34% driven by AI boom

China's Alibaba Group is reporting a 34% jump in revenue from its cloud business, driven by the AI boom

November 25, 2025
Alibaba's cloud business revenue soars 34% driven by AI boom
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US set to narrow its rare earth gap, others not so much

A multi-billion dollar pipeline of rare earth projects around the world is set to partly wean the U.S. off Chinese rare earths, but

November 25, 2025
US set to narrow its rare earth gap, others not so much
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil falls as Ukraine signals support for framework of Russia peace deal

Oil prices settled over 1% lower on Tuesday after Ukraine hinted that an intense diplomatic push by the U.S. administration to end Russia's war against it could be

November 25, 2025
Oil falls as Ukraine signals support for framework of Russia peace deal
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

A quarter of early child care educators in Colorado reported mistreatment from co-workers

Younger and more diverse teachers reported higher rates of bullying and discrimination by their colleagues. This can also affect the kids they care for.

November 25, 2025
A quarter of early child care educators in Colorado reported mistreatment from co-workers
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Colleges teach the most valuable career skills when they don’t stick narrowly to preprofessional education

Parents and policymakers want job security for graduates, but in the AI and automation era, careers may depend as much on curiosity and initiative as on credentials.

November 25, 2025
Colleges teach the most valuable career skills when they don’t stick narrowly to preprofessional education
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say

Russia's government is discussing different ways to prop up Russian Railways, the country's biggest commercial employer, which has built up a 4 trillion rouble ($

November 25, 2025
Russia weighs how to prop up Russian Railways which is $51 billion in debt, sources say
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Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach

When the BBC launched an expansion into the U.S. in June, its head of news promised "trust at a time of dramatic global uncertainty".

November 25, 2025
Trump's battle with the BBC could threaten its global reach
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Wall Street ends higher as Federal Reserve rate cut bets gather momentum

Wall Street extended its rally on Tuesday as a spate of economic data appeared to support the case for the U.S.

November 25, 2025
Wall Street ends higher as Federal Reserve rate cut bets gather momentum
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Stocks advance, US yields retreat on heightened Fed cut expectations

Global stocks climbed on Tuesday and were set for a third straight session of gains, as investors remained optimistic the Federal Reserve would cut U.S.

November 25, 2025
Stocks advance, US yields retreat on heightened Fed cut expectations
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Kohl's shares rally as another forecast raise signals turnaround taking hold

Kohl's on Tuesday projected a smaller drop in sales and bigger profit for the full year ahead of the new CEO's first holiday season at the helm, sending the U.S.

November 25, 2025
Kohl's shares rally as another forecast raise signals turnaround taking hold
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Abercrombie & Fitch raises annual profit forecast on Hollister strength; shares jump

Abercrombie & Fitch raised its annual profit forecast on Tuesday, betting on strong demand for its Hollister dresses and jackets as shoppers snap up in-trend apparel during

November 25, 2025
Abercrombie & Fitch raises annual profit forecast on Hollister strength; shares jump
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Brazil's foreign direct investment through October surpasses 2024 total

Brazil's foreign direct investment inflows through October have already surpassed last year's total, central bank data showed on Tuesday, as the government expects

November 25, 2025
Brazil's foreign direct investment through October surpasses 2024 total
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Klarna to launch dollar-backed stablecoin as race in digital payments heats up

Swedish fintech firm Klarna on Tuesday said it will launch a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, becoming the latest major payments company to move deeper into digital assets as regulators

November 25, 2025
Klarna to launch dollar-backed stablecoin as race in digital payments heats up
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Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals

Electronics retailer Best Buy raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, banking on strong holiday demand as shoppers seize steep discounts to upgrade their

November 25, 2025
Best Buy raises annual forecasts as shoppers snap up holiday deals
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UK tax options for finance minister Reeves in budget

British finance minister Rachel Reeves is expected to raise tens of billions of pounds in taxes in her budget on Wednesday to stay on track for her self-imposed fiscal rules, a key

October 30, 2025
UK tax options for finance minister Reeves in budget
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Alphabet on pace to hit $4 trillion market value as AI gains momentum

Alphabet was on track to hit a historic $4 trillion market valuation on Tuesday, powered by an impressive year-long rally fueled by the Google parent's sharpened focus on artificial

November 25, 2025
Alphabet on pace to hit $4 trillion market value as AI gains momentum
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Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday that an amended peace plan for Ukraine must reflect the "spirit and letter" of understandings reached between President

November 25, 2025
Russia says amended US peace plan must reflect 'spirit and letter' of Trump-Putin summit in Alaska
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Thanksgiving air travel plans cut by US government shutdown

A record number of Americans had been expected to fly during Thanksgiving, but a 43-day government shutdown dampened demand for one of the year's busiest travel

November 25, 2025
Thanksgiving air travel plans cut by US government shutdown
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Big buzz, small market: Meta's smartglasses are a specialty gadget this holiday

Early tech adopters are gobbling up smartglasses like Thanksgiving turkey - especially Meta's new, retro-chic version with a visual display in the lens.

November 25, 2025
Big buzz, small market: Meta's smartglasses are a specialty gadget this holiday
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UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget

British retailers have reported the sharpest drop in confidence in 17 years and their sales fell again ahead of Wednesday's budget which is likely to include tax increases, according

November 25, 2025
UK retailers' confidence collapses to 17-year low before budget
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European companies cut jobs in response to slowing economy

Several European companies have frozen hiring or cut jobs this year, citing difficult economic conditions exacerbated by U.S. tariffs.

October 28, 2025
European companies cut jobs in response to slowing economy
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Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba beat analysts' quarterly revenue estimates on Tuesday as investments in one-hour delivery helped drive more users

November 25, 2025
Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push
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Inflation weighing on US income growth ahead of holiday season, study says

Inflation has helped set back income growth to levels comparable to the slow recovery from the Great Recession more than a decade ago, potentially

November 25, 2025
Inflation weighing on US income growth ahead of holiday season, study says
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How French teachers' pensions leave students falling behind

France's education budget is being squeezed by its pension system: of the 90 billion euros earmarked for schools next year, more than a quarter will go to retired

November 25, 2025
How French teachers' pensions leave students falling behind
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Consumer readout tests Fed hopes

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets As a year-end Federal Reserve interest rate cut comes back into play, the trickle of

November 25, 2025
Consumer readout tests Fed hopes
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She was promised work as a customer service agent. Instead she was trafficked to run online scams

Women describe horrifying conditions inside heavily-guarded centers where they were forced to con victims in romance scams and more. Hanako Montgomery travels to a scam compound that held over 5,000 trafficked workers. This story is part of As Equals, CNN's ongoing series on gender inequality. For information about how the series is funded and more, check out our FAQs.

November 24, 2025
She was promised work as a customer service agent. Instead she was trafficked to run online scams
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‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district

November 25, 2025
‘Like a pawn in a game’: 13 months without representation in a Texas congressional district
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Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared

November 25, 2025
Trump’s gas price discount has disappeared
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The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season

November 25, 2025
The dirty secret of America’s holiday shopping season
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The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine

European Union lawmakers have voted to deepen integration of the bloc’s defense industry with Ukraine as a U.S. peace plan remains in flux and Russia’s unconventional warfare operations rattle the 27-nation bloc

November 25, 2025
The European Union votes to deepen defense industry ties with Ukraine
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Palestinian economy suffers worst-ever collapse after Israel-Hamas conflict, UN says

The two-year Gaza war and economic restrictions in the Israeli-occupied West Bank have triggered the worst collapse in the Palestinian economy on record, wiping out

November 25, 2025
Palestinian economy suffers worst-ever collapse after Israel-Hamas conflict, UN says
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Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens

Harsh economic headwinds are sending

November 25, 2025
Finland clings to happiness crown as economic gloom deepens
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US dollar slumps as data backs Fed rate cut view; traders on yen alert

The U.S. dollar slid on Tuesday as a series of mixed economic data, some of which was delayed and therefore dated, reinforced expectations that the

November 25, 2025
US dollar slumps as data backs Fed rate cut view; traders on yen alert
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UK's Rachel Reeves nears moment of truth with tax-heavy budget

"We won't have to do a budget like this ever again," Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves declared a year ago, insisting she had restored stability to

November 25, 2025
UK's Rachel Reeves nears moment of truth with tax-heavy budget
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EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says

The European Union needs to revamp how it spends money to revive growth, curbing state aid and redirecting funds towards "public goods" that will be critical for future growth, Dutch

November 25, 2025
EU needs new approach to spending to boost growth, ECB's Sleijpen says
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European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes

European shares extended gains on Tuesday, led by materials and financial stocks, as investors continued to draw optimism from prospects of a

November 25, 2025
European shares jump on Ukraine peace prospects, US rate cut hopes
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ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say

European Central Bank policy is in a "good place" the Dutch and Irish central bank governors said on Tuesday, repeating the bank's long-standing mantra that has kept expectations for

November 25, 2025
ECB policy 'in a good place' despite small inflation worries, policymakers say
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Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD

Countries must act now to keep slowing population growth from wreaking havoc on their long-term economic prospects, the European Bank for Reconstruction and

November 25, 2025
Ageing populations a 'ticking time bomb' for GDP growth, says EBRD
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UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape

Britain's Domino's Pizza said on Tuesday that CEO Andrew Rennie has stepped down, marking another senior departure as the company shifts strategy to tackle weak sales and rising costs.

November 25, 2025
UK's Domino's Pizza CEO steps down as strategy shift takes shape
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Russia's car market faces bleak 2026 as scrappage fees drive prices up

Russia's depressed car market has shown weak signs of recovery as 2025 draws to an end, but is set to hit near-record lows early next year as higher scrappage fees drive

November 25, 2025
Russia's car market faces bleak 2026 as scrappage fees drive prices up
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German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll

German home prices will rise around 3% annually over the coming years, according to property analysts polled by Reuters, outstripping overall inflation and further

November 25, 2025
German home prices on track for 3%-plus annual rises, further stretching affordability- Reuters poll
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Australian delivery workers set to gain minimum pay in landmark deal with Uber Eats, DoorDash

Australian food delivery workers are on course to gain minimum pay levels after Uber Eats and DoorDash struck a deal with the country's transport union that is

November 25, 2025
Australian delivery workers set to gain minimum pay in landmark deal with Uber Eats, DoorDash
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Germany stagnates in innovation ranking as rivals surge ahead

Germany's innovation capacity is stagnating, with the country remaining stuck at 12th place in an innovation ranking while competitors including the United States,

November 25, 2025
Germany stagnates in innovation ranking as rivals surge ahead
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UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business

British carrier easyJet reported better-than-expected full-year operating profit on Tuesday and lifted its medium-term target for its holidays

November 25, 2025
UK's easyJet beats annual profit expectations, lifts target for holidays business
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South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says

South Korea's ruling Democratic Party will propose a bill this week that would facilitate the country's investment in the U.S. under a deal that cuts tariffs on the country's exports,

November 25, 2025
South Korea ruling party to propose bill for US investment under tariff deal, report says
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Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs

Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said on Tuesday he had "no information" about any cooperation with South Korea on U.S.

November 25, 2025
Taiwan says 'no information' on cooperation with South Korea on US chip tariffs
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Thai cabinet approves $117 billion budget plan for 2027 fiscal year

Thailand's cabinet on Tuesday approved a 3.788 trillion baht ($116.7 billion) budget plan for the 2027 fiscal year, government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiata said.

November 25, 2025
Thai cabinet approves $117 billion budget plan for 2027 fiscal year
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China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms

China's President Xi Jinping pledged fresh investment in Tonga when he met King Tupou VI of the South Pacific island nation in Beijing on Tuesday, as the

November 25, 2025
China pledges fresh Tonga investment as debt repayment looms
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China extends beef import probe into 2026, giving exporters more breathing room

China has extended its investigation into beef imports by another two

November 25, 2025
China extends beef import probe into 2026, giving exporters more breathing room
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Flying blind on a dovish wing

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee A risk-on rally spurred by the sudden shift in U.S. rate-cut wagers after dovish comments from policymakers may falter in

November 25, 2025
Flying blind on a dovish wing
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Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth

Britain’s Labour Party government is set to deliver a high-stakes budget aimed at fixing public finances and boosting economic growth

November 25, 2025
Britain's unpopular government prepares a high-stakes budget and hopes for growth
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Nigeria faces record hunger amid insurgent attacks, aid cuts

A surge in militant attacks and instability in northern Nigeria is driving hunger to record levels, the U.N.

November 25, 2025
Nigeria faces record hunger amid insurgent attacks, aid cuts
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Singapore court clears way for $2.7 billion suit against Standard Chartered over alleged role in 1MDB fraud

A Singapore court has cleared the way for a $2.7 billion lawsuit against Standard Chartered Bank over its alleged role in 1MDB fraud, liquidators seeking to recover the funds

November 24, 2025
Singapore court clears way for $2.7 billion suit against Standard Chartered over alleged role in 1MDB fraud
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European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says

New car sales in Europe rose 4.9% in October as electric cars outpaced petrol and diesel registrations, European Automobile Manufacturers' Association data showed on

November 25, 2025
European car sales rise 4.9% in October, ACEA says
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Nigeria's Dangote picks Honeywell to help fulfill ambitious capacity expansion

Nigeria's Dangote has tapped Honeywell to provide services and help double its refining capacity to 1.4 million barrels per day by 2028, in what is the clearest

November 25, 2025
Nigeria's Dangote picks Honeywell to help fulfill ambitious capacity expansion
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Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending

Japan on Tuesday launched a scheme aimed at cutting wasteful government spending by reviewing existing subsidy projects and investment funds, a move the administration

November 25, 2025
Japan unveils its version of DOGE aimed at cutting wasteful spending
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India's economy likely grew 7.3% in July–September quarter- Reuters poll

India's economy likely grew 7.3% in the July–September quarter, according to a Reuters poll of economists, underpinned by strong rural and

November 25, 2025
India's economy likely grew 7.3% in July–September quarter- Reuters poll
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Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide

Tyson Foods’ decision to close a beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, could devastate the small city and undermine the profits of ranchers nationwide

November 25, 2025
Tyson's beef plant closure in Nebraska will impact a reliant town and ranchers nationwide
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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by a trio of brothers cleaning out their late mother’s attic, netted $9.12 million at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold

November 24, 2025
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!
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Lynas Rare Earths warns of production hit from power disruptions at Kalgoorlie

Lynas Rare Earths warned on Tuesday of a one-month production shortfall this quarter due to significant power supply disruptions at its Kalgoorlie processing

November 24, 2025
Lynas Rare Earths warns of production hit from power disruptions at Kalgoorlie
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Bank of Korea to hold rates at 2.50% on November 27, cut pushed to next quarter: Reuters poll

The Bank of Korea will keep its key interest rate unchanged at 2.50% on Thursday as policymakers grapple with a volatile currency and an overheated

November 25, 2025
Bank of Korea to hold rates at 2.50% on November 27, cut pushed to next quarter: Reuters poll
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Google, Accel partner to back Indian AI startups

Alphabet's Google and venture capital firm Accel will partner to fund at least 10 early-stage Indian AI startups, marking the U.S. technology

November 25, 2025
Google, Accel partner to back Indian AI startups
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Lawsuit blames Tesla design flaws for crash that killed Washington state woman, injured her husband

A lawsuit claims design flaws caused a Tesla Model 3 to accelerate uncontrollably before crashing into a utility pole and bursting into flames, killing Wendy Dennis and severely injuring her husband, Jeff

November 25, 2025
Lawsuit blames Tesla design flaws for crash that killed Washington state woman, injured her husband
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Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released

November 25, 2025
Republicans balk at Trump’s health care proposal before it’s even released
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New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics

As the first year of President Donald Trump's second term comes to a close, two new polls from the Pew Research Center find that Hispanic adults are increasingly unhappy with the way his administration is handling the economy and immigration, issues that were key for voters during last year’s election

November 24, 2025
New survey finds rising pessimism among US Hispanics
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She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind

She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind

November 24, 2025
She ‘wants to die there.’ The women forced to scam and the families left behind
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Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand says Canada and India will move quickly to get a trade deal after two years of strained relations

November 24, 2025
Canada's top diplomat says Ottawa is working fast to advance India trade deal
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Trading Day: Reanimated about December Fed cut

Making sense of the forces driving global markets By Alden Bentley, Editor in Charge, Americas Finance and Markets Jamie is enjoying some well-deserved time off,

November 24, 2025
Trading Day: Reanimated about December Fed cut
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Realpage agrees to limit data collecting to settle DOJ rental price fixing case

The U.S.

November 24, 2025
Realpage agrees to limit data collecting to settle DOJ rental price fixing case
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Spotify to raise US prices in first quarter of next year, FT reports

Spotify will raise its U.S. subscription prices in the first quarter of next year, the Financial Times reported on Monday, citing three people familiar with the matter.

November 24, 2025
Spotify to raise US prices in first quarter of next year, FT reports
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Global ambitions behind yuan's steady rise

The yuan has shrugged off a trade war, slow growth, rock-bottom interest rates and a slump in foreign investment, to head for its sharpest annual gain since the pandemic year of 2020.

November 24, 2025
Global ambitions behind yuan's steady rise
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White House circulates a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies as Trump pledges health care fix

The White House is circulating a proposal to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies for two more years

November 24, 2025
White House circulates a plan to extend Obamacare subsidies as Trump pledges health care fix
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Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research

November 24, 2025
Trump’s new executive order brings together Big Tech, academics and the government on AI research
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Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries

President Donald Trump is directing the federal government to share scientific data and use artificial intelligence to accelerate discovery, including streamlining the nation’s electric grid

November 24, 2025
Trump signs executive order for AI project called Genesis Mission to boost scientific discoveries
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What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise

What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise

November 24, 2025
What we know and don’t know about DOGE’s reported demise
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Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump administration orders review of Biden-era refugees, memo shows
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Apple cuts jobs across sales team

Apple said on Monday it is cutting jobs across its sales teams to strengthen its customer engagement efforts, noting that only a small number of roles will be impacted by the layoffs.

November 24, 2025
Apple cuts jobs across sales team
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Zoom lifts annual outlook on growing demand for AI tools in hybrid work

Zoom Communications raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts on Monday, benefiting from hybrid work trends and the integration of artificial intelligence into its

November 24, 2025
Zoom lifts annual outlook on growing demand for AI tools in hybrid work
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Hamas attack victims sue Binance for allegedly allowing payments to militant group

Victims of Hamas' October 2023 attack on Israel sued Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao, accusing them of facilitating millions of dollars in payments to the group

November 24, 2025
Hamas attack victims sue Binance for allegedly allowing payments to militant group
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Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds

A majority of U.S.

November 24, 2025
Most US Latinos feel their situation is worse under Trump, Pew poll finds
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Another rally for Alphabet leads the US stock market higher

The U.S. stock market rallied

November 24, 2025
Another rally for Alphabet leads the US stock market higher
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Three vessels bound for US Gulf Coast terminals to load soybeans, sorghum for China

Two cargo vessels were headed for grain port terminals near New Orleans on Monday to load with the first U.S. soybean shipments to China since May, according to a

November 24, 2025
Three vessels bound for US Gulf Coast terminals to load soybeans, sorghum for China
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Comcast to pay $1.5 million US fine after vendor data breach

Comcast will pay a $1.5 million fine after a vendor breach exposed personal data from 237,000 current and former customers, the Federal Communications Commission said on Monday.

November 24, 2025
Comcast to pay $1.5 million US fine after vendor data breach
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US business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in October, ELFA says

U.S. companies borrowed 5.7% more to finance equipment purchases in October than a year earlier, showing little impact from the recent government shutdown, the Equipment Leasing and Finance

November 24, 2025
US business borrowing for equipment rises over 5% in October, ELFA says
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FAA to investigate airlines that did not comply with shutdown flight cuts

The Federal Aviation Administration will send investigative letters to airlines that did not comply with required flight cuts at

November 24, 2025
FAA to investigate airlines that did not comply with shutdown flight cuts
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Trader BB Energy parts with some Houston traders in major reorganization

Commodities trader BB Energy has laid off over a dozen people from its Houston office, and parted with some oil traders in a major

November 24, 2025
Trader BB Energy parts with some Houston traders in major reorganization
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USDA expects deals on farmer aid, Chinese soy buys within weeks

The Trump administration expects to announce an aid package for U.S. farmers within two weeks and a deal on Chinese soybean purchases, U.S.

November 24, 2025
USDA expects deals on farmer aid, Chinese soy buys within weeks
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Amazon to invest $15 billion in Indiana to boost data center infrastructure

Amazon.com is planning to invest about $15 billion in Northern Indiana to build data center campuses, the tech giant said as it looks to boost its cloud computing capacity to support

November 24, 2025
Amazon to invest $15 billion in Indiana to boost data center infrastructure
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Wall Street ends higher on tech rebound, rising rate cut bets

Wall Street stocks closed higher on Monday, extending Friday's rally as increased odds that the U.S.

November 24, 2025
Wall Street ends higher on tech rebound, rising rate cut bets
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Michigan football's sign-stealing fines will cost school over $30 million, athletic director says

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel said the NCAA penalties stemming from the football program’s sign-stealing operation will cost more than $30 million

November 24, 2025
Michigan football's sign-stealing fines will cost school over $30 million, athletic director says
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Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says

The White House is preparing a health-policy framework that would extend Affordable Care Act insurance premium subsidies for two years, Politico reported on Monday, a

November 24, 2025
Trump plans to propose extending Obamacare subsidies, report says
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US-backed aid company in Gaza shutters operations as Israel's military and defense minister clash

The U.S.- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, set up to distribute aid to Gaza as an alternative to the United Nations but which Palestinians said endangered the lives of civilians as they tried to get food, has said it will shutter operations

November 24, 2025
US-backed aid company in Gaza shutters operations as Israel's military and defense minister clash
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Broadcast giant Sinclair makes bid to buy out EW Scripps for $7 per share

Sinclair has submitted a bid to buy out E

November 24, 2025
Broadcast giant Sinclair makes bid to buy out EW Scripps for $7 per share
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Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort

November 24, 2025
Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to close aid effort
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FERC grants five-year extension to Sempra's Cameron LNG project in Louisiana

The U.S.

November 24, 2025
FERC grants five-year extension to Sempra's Cameron LNG project in Louisiana
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Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the U.S.- and Israeli-backed organisation to distribute aid in Gaza, said on Monday it was ending its operations after months of criticism over

November 24, 2025
Disputed Gaza aid distributor backed by US and Israel ends operations
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Bank of Israel chief sees two more 25 bps rate cuts by Sept 2026

Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron said on Monday that economic conditions became appropriate for the first interest rate reduction in nearly two years but the pace of cuts is

November 24, 2025
Bank of Israel chief sees two more 25 bps rate cuts by Sept 2026
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Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance

Officials from several U.S. states say Americans relying on subsidies to afford Obamacare health insurance are holding off on enrolling as they face 2026 premium

November 24, 2025
Americans waiting for Obamacare subsidies delay or drop health insurance
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Stocks jump, US yields fall as Fed rate cut bets increase

Global stocks advanced for a second straight session on Monday as rising expectations for a December rate cut from the U.S.

November 24, 2025
Stocks jump, US yields fall as Fed rate cut bets increase
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Oil prices settle up 1% on bets Fed will cut US rates and doubts about Ukraine peace

Oil prices climbed about 1% on Monday on increased bets of a U.S. interest rate cut in December and mounting doubts about whether Russia will get a peace deal

November 24, 2025
Oil prices settle up 1% on bets Fed will cut US rates and doubts about Ukraine peace
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Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year

President Donald Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s President Xi Jinping for a state visit later next year

November 24, 2025
Trump says he will visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year
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Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress

Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress

November 24, 2025
Weighing whether to divorce in 2026? Taking these steps now may lessen some money stress
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Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Trump touts 'very good' call with China's Xi
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Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion

The world's largest technology companies are tapping debt markets, raising almost $100 billion through recent bond offerings, as they seek to bolster their artificial intelligence

November 24, 2025
Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion
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White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal

November 24, 2025
White House postpones expected unveiling of new health care cost proposal
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US BEA cancels advance third-quarter GDP estimate

The U.S.

November 24, 2025
US BEA cancels advance third-quarter GDP estimate
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Tegna shares fall 5% after Trump criticizes lifting local TV ownership cap

Shares in Tegna fell 5.5% on Monday after President Donald Trump criticized a proposal to lift the current cap on local television station ownership, which is

November 24, 2025
Tegna shares fall 5% after Trump criticizes lifting local TV ownership cap
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US dollar slips as dovish Fed comments weigh; yen falls

The U.S. dollar dipped on Monday, as investors weighed dovish remarks from Federal Reserve officials that boosted expectations for a rate cut next month

November 24, 2025
US dollar slips as dovish Fed comments weigh; yen falls
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US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving

A U.S. government delay on funding a grant program risks worsening a shortage of aircraft mechanics at a time when the country's aging aviation

November 24, 2025
US lawmakers probe FAA grant delays over aircraft mechanic shortage before Thanksgiving
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US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says

The Trump administration will shed about 317,000 employees this year, its human resources chief said, a higher figure than previously estimated.

November 24, 2025
US government to shed 317,000 workers this year, Trump's HR chief says
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Russia's largest lender sees economy cooling for another year

Russia's economy is seeing "continued cooling" with growth likely to remain at around 1% next year and business activity remaining weak for

November 24, 2025
Russia's largest lender sees economy cooling for another year
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Brazil central bank still uneasy on inflation outlook, governor says

Brazil's central bank remains dissatisfied with progress toward bringing inflation back to its target, its governor said on Monday, stressing that policymakers will maintain a data

November 24, 2025
Brazil central bank still uneasy on inflation outlook, governor says
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Bank of Ghana weighs rate cut as inflation cools faster than expected

Ghana's central bank is considering another interest rate cut after inflation fell faster than anticipated, leaving real borrowing costs at elevated levels that could constrain the

November 24, 2025
Bank of Ghana weighs rate cut as inflation cools faster than expected
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US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine

Four Democratic U.S. senators

November 24, 2025
US senators say Trump has failed to prevent Russian LNG from helping fund war in Ukraine
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Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government

Amazon.com said on Monday it would invest up to $50 billion to expand AI and supercomputing capabilities for Amazon Web Services U.S. government customers, in one of the

November 24, 2025
Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government
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Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts

Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts

November 07, 2025
Who will get hit hardest by ACA premium increases in four charts
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If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?

If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?

November 24, 2025
If you were given a $2,000 tariff ‘rebate check,’ what would you do with the money?
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EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns

Europe is jeopardising its own future by missing the boat on artificial intelligence and must quickly remove obstacles that prevent the diffusion of this new technology, European

November 24, 2025
EU missing the boat on AI, jeopardising its future, Lagarde warns
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Bank of Israel cuts rates for first time since January 2024, future cuts to be gradual

The Bank of Israel cut interest rates by a quarter-point on Monday, its first reduction in nearly two years, citing a moderation in inflation leading up to the

November 24, 2025
Bank of Israel cuts rates for first time since January 2024, future cuts to be gradual
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Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi

President Donald Trump touted relations with China as "extremely strong" on Monday following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who told Trump that

November 24, 2025
Trump touts 'extremely strong' China relations after call with Xi
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Alphabet races toward $4 trillion valuation as AI-fueled gains accelerate

Alphabet closed in on a $4 trillion valuation on Monday, set to become only the fourth company to enter the exclusive club, as the Google parent rides an

November 24, 2025
Alphabet races toward $4 trillion valuation as AI-fueled gains accelerate
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Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports

U.S.

November 24, 2025
Fed's Waller says he met with Treasury Secretary 10 days ago about Fed chair position, Fox Business reports
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India's fiscal, monetary measures to boost investment and growth, RBI report says

The Indian government's domestic tax reductions and the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate cuts this year will help boost private investment and economic growth, the central bank

November 24, 2025
India's fiscal, monetary measures to boost investment and growth, RBI report says
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Fed's Waller: December cut appropriate, but January action more uncertain

The job market is weak enough to warrant another quarter-point rate cut in December, though action beyond that depends on an upcoming flood of data delayed by the government

November 24, 2025
Fed's Waller: December cut appropriate, but January action more uncertain
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US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs

The United States on Monday demanded that the European Union make its regulation of the tech sector more "balanced" in exchange for a reduction of U.S. tariffs

November 24, 2025
US demands 'balanced' EU digital rules before it cuts steel tariffs
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US Supreme Court declines bid to revive UBS whistleblower's jury award

The U.S.

November 24, 2025
US Supreme Court declines bid to revive UBS whistleblower's jury award
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US banks report 13.5% jump in profits: FDIC

The U.S. banking industry saw its profits jump 13.5% to $79.3 billion in the third quarter of 2025, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation reported Monday.

November 24, 2025
US banks report 13.5% jump in profits: FDIC
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Mexico's persistent core inflation fuels annual price rises in early November

Mexico's annual inflation rate stood above expectations at 3.61% in the first half of November, official data showed on Monday, affected by sticky core

November 24, 2025
Mexico's persistent core inflation fuels annual price rises in early November
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America’s teachers are being priced out of their communities − these cities are building subsidized housing to lure them back

With teacher shortages mounting and housing costs soaring, school districts from California to Ohio are experimenting with a new solution: building homes for educators on school-owned land.

November 04, 2025
America’s teachers are being priced out of their communities − these cities are building subsidized housing to lure them back
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FTSE 100 edges down with consumer staples, industrials stocks dragging

London's FTSE 100 edged lower on Monday, as consumer staples and industrials stocks weighed, while investors awaited the British government's highly anticipated budget this week.

November 24, 2025
FTSE 100 edges down with consumer staples, industrials stocks dragging
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Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud

Trafigura's former head nickel trader denied allegations by Indian businessman Prateek Gupta on Monday in a London trial that he helped devise a $600 million fraud to

November 24, 2025
Trafigura's former top nickel trader denies he colluded on $600 million fraud
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Ice cream only: Magnum braces for life on its own as Unilever spinoff nears

Unilever's ice cream business is gearing up for its multi-billion-dollar spin-off next month, ready to tackle challenges from logistics to the rising

November 24, 2025
Ice cream only: Magnum braces for life on its own as Unilever spinoff nears
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Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty

Dating app Grindr said on Monday it has ended talks on a $3.46 billion take-private deal by its two largest shareholders, citing uncertainty over the deal's financing.

November 24, 2025
Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty
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Health insurers rise on report Trump considering ACA subsidy extension

Shares of U.S. health insurers jumped on Monday following a media report the White House was preparing to unveil a policy framework that would extend Affordable Care Act premium subsidies -

November 24, 2025
Health insurers rise on report Trump considering ACA subsidy extension
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Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America

Mastercard and L'Oreal are launching a joint business card for beauty salon operators in Latin America and the Caribbean, they said in a joint statement on Monday.

November 24, 2025
Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America
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Wall Street opens higher on Fed interest rate-cut expectations

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Monday, buoyed by expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve interest rate cut in December, while investors were also combing for fresh data to

November 24, 2025
Wall Street opens higher on Fed interest rate-cut expectations
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Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare

Nonprofit news outlets face pressure to find new sources of revenue from their funders.

November 24, 2025
Nonprofit news outlets are often scared that selling ads could jeopardize their tax-exempt status, but IRS records show that’s been rare
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

From invasive species tracking to water security – what’s lost with federal funding cuts at US Climate Adaptation Science Centers

The people who manage America’s aquifers, wetlands, shorelines and recreation areas rely on federal science as they face new and rising risks in a changing climate.

November 24, 2025
From invasive species tracking to water security – what’s lost with federal funding cuts at US Climate Adaptation Science Centers
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G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism

Born of crisis but torn by years of tensions among its members, the Group of 20 major economies scored a rare victory this weekend for

November 24, 2025
G20 declaration in defiance of US marks rare victory for multilateralism
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Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears

Fewer global companies signaled price hikes in the third quarter, pointing to a change in tack as U.S. trade deals facilitate clearer

November 24, 2025
Companies tone down price hike talk as tariff fog clears
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How the UK economy has fared since Reeves' first budget

Finance minister Rachel Reeves has vowed for the past year to speed up Britain's economy but growth has slowed recently on worries about more

November 24, 2025
How the UK economy has fared since Reeves' first budget
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Financial services firm SWB to list on NYSE in $8.1 billion SPAC deal

Financial services firm SWB will go public in the U.S. through a merger with Soulpower Acquisition Corp in a $8.1 billion deal, the special purpose acquisition company said on Monday.

November 24, 2025
Financial services firm SWB to list on NYSE in $8.1 billion SPAC deal
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EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue

European Council President Antonio Costa pledged on Monday that the European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine, as he hailed "new momentum" in peace negotiations to end the war

November 24, 2025
EU vows to keep supporting Ukraine with cash and weapons as peace talks continue
Economy|Finance|World

Czech 2026 budget hits snag as election winners reject draft plan

The likely next Czech government rejected the outgoing administration's 2026 budget draft on Monday, raising the chances of a delay to approving the plan by the end of the year and a

November 24, 2025
Czech 2026 budget hits snag as election winners reject draft plan
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Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more

Bird flu and another disease have shrunk the U.S. turkey population to a 40-year low this year

November 24, 2025
Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more
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Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers

Myanmar’s military government has begun broadcasting extensive video on state television of its crackdown on online scam centers

November 24, 2025
Myanmar state television broadcasts army crackdown on scam centers
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She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop

November 24, 2025
She lost her son to gun violence. Now she’s part of a movement credited with Baltimore’s crime drop
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UBS raises copper outlook as mine disruptions deepen supply deficits

UBS expects copper prices to rise into next year, citing tightening supply from persistent mine disruptions and strong long-term demand from electrification and clean-energy investment, the

November 24, 2025
UBS raises copper outlook as mine disruptions deepen supply deficits
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French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu put pressure on lawmakers on Monday to pass the 2026 budget by the end of the year after the deeply divided lower house of parliament rejected

November 24, 2025
French PM pressures lawmakers to pass 2026 budget despite parliament tensions
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European shares recover on US rate-cut optimism; Ukraine peace talks in focus

European shares ended higher on Monday, boosted by technology-focused stocks as risk sentiment improved on growing expectations of a U.S. interest rate

November 24, 2025
European shares recover on US rate-cut optimism; Ukraine peace talks in focus
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

EU approves Omnicom's acquisition of IPG without conditions

The EU Commission on Monday said it had unconditionally approved Omnicom Group's $13.25 billion all-stock deal to buy rival Interpublic Group.

November 24, 2025
EU approves Omnicom's acquisition of IPG without conditions
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Uber seeks Turkish blessing to buy Getir Food from Mubadala, sources say

Uber has reached agreement on key elements of a deal to acquire Turkish delivery company Getir's food business from Emirati controlling

November 24, 2025
Uber seeks Turkish blessing to buy Getir Food from Mubadala, sources say
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line

President Donald Trump isn't on the ballot in next November's midterm elections, but he’s plunging into them with his own presidency

November 24, 2025
Trump seizes control of Republicans' 2026 election strategy with his presidency on the line
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Economists see slightly faster US growth, sticky inflation in 2026

U.S. economic growth will increase slightly next year but employment gains will remain sluggish and the Federal Reserve will slow any further rate cuts,

November 24, 2025
Economists see slightly faster US growth, sticky inflation in 2026
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Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices

Unprecedented numbers of Americans are expected to hit stores this Black Friday, but they are likely to curtail their spending as they find fewer bargains from

November 24, 2025
Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices
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DoubleLine wary of AI funding wave that could alter US high-grade debt market

A rush of bond sales by major tech firms to fund artificial intelligence expansion is creating a high-stakes bet for the $9 trillion U.S. corporate bond market,

November 24, 2025
DoubleLine wary of AI funding wave that could alter US high-grade debt market
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Will the Fed come to the rescue?

What matters in U.S. and global markets today U.S. stocks look set to build on Friday's jump with investor hopes resting on a Fed rate cut materialising in December,

November 24, 2025
Will the Fed come to the rescue?
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German business sentiment unexpectedly falls in November, Ifo survey finds

German business morale unexpectedly fell in November, a survey showed on Monday, as companies lose hope on a recovery of the German economy following two years of

November 24, 2025
German business sentiment unexpectedly falls in November, Ifo survey finds
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Norway's lesson for Europe on wealth taxes: let some millionaires go

Sitting in his lakeside villa in the Swiss city of Lucerne, Borger Borgenhaug misses his grandchildren and the smell of the Nordic sea on a clear

November 24, 2025
Norway's lesson for Europe on wealth taxes: let some millionaires go
Arts|Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?

November 24, 2025
Britain is one of the world’s richest countries. So why do a third of its children live in poverty?
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Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute

Hong Kong's leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China's diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial hub would closely monitor the situation and respond

November 24, 2025
Hong Kong leader backs China's policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
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UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says

Britain's fiscal watchdog will downgrade its economic growth forecasts for 2026 and for the remaining years of the current parliament alongside finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget

November 24, 2025
UK's fiscal watchdog will downgrade growth forecasts, Sky News says
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Stablecoins could siphon off euro zone bank deposits, ECB warns

Stablecoins could draw valuable retail deposits away from euro zone banks and any run on a coin could have widespread stability implications for the global financial system, the

November 24, 2025
Stablecoins could siphon off euro zone bank deposits, ECB warns
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Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban

Bitcoin mining is quietly staging a comeback in China despite being banned four years ago, as individual and corporate miners exploit cheap electricity and a data center boom in some energy

November 24, 2025
Bitcoin mining in China rebounds, defying 2021 ban
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Death toll climbs in Southeast Asia as heavy rains cause floods and landslides

Heavy rains have caused deadly flooding and landslides in Southeast Asia

November 24, 2025
Death toll climbs in Southeast Asia as heavy rains cause floods and landslides
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New AI club to bestow nuclear-like power, says Russian tech boss

Artificial intelligence will bestow influence on a par with nuclear technology to countries able to get ahead now, a top Russian AI executive

November 24, 2025
New AI club to bestow nuclear-like power, says Russian tech boss
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UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget

The head of a British employers group urged finance minister Rachel Reeves on Monday to make "hard choices" in this week's budget and accused

November 24, 2025
UK employers tell Reeves to make 'hard choices' on budget
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment

BHP must get over Anglo, focus on growth projects, investors say

BHP should move on from Anglo American and focus on its growth strategy, investors said on Monday, after the Australian company's last-minute

November 24, 2025
BHP must get over Anglo, focus on growth projects, investors say
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U.S. companies hold the line at climate talks despite Trump

Despite the U.S. government souring on the global climate agenda ahead of the COP30 summit, American companies did not shy away.

November 24, 2025
U.S. companies hold the line at climate talks despite Trump
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Shein's first bricks-and-mortar shop highlights department stores' existential pain

Shein's move into the flagship BHV in Paris has added political heat to the troubles of department stores, which are facing an

November 24, 2025
Shein's first bricks-and-mortar shop highlights department stores' existential pain
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South Africa's G20 debt focus to be tested as US takes the chair

The G20's leadership is heading away from the Global South just as debt problems in poorer countries threaten to flare again, testing whether the group's

November 24, 2025
South Africa's G20 debt focus to be tested as US takes the chair
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Holiday week could be prime time for yen intervention

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's been a slow start to the week in Asia with Japanese markets closed for a holiday on Monday, but currency traders are watching

November 24, 2025
Holiday week could be prime time for yen intervention
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From two weeks to two hours: how AI might reboot Britain's economy

When accountants at mid-tier firm Moore Kingston Smith began using artificial intelligence to speed up their work, profit margins jumped.

November 24, 2025
From two weeks to two hours: how AI might reboot Britain's economy
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Indonesia grants unlimited stay permit for former citizens in lieu of dual citizenship

Indonesia has opened applications for a permit that would allow former Indonesian citizens to live and work in the country for an indefinite period as an alternative to dual

November 24, 2025
Indonesia grants unlimited stay permit for former citizens in lieu of dual citizenship
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Singapore core inflation at 1.2% y/y in October, higher than expected

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.2% in October from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday.

November 24, 2025
Singapore core inflation at 1.2% y/y in October, higher than expected
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Australia's Macquarie bids $7.5 billion for logistics group Qube

Shares of Australian industrial logistics group Qube Holdings hit an all-time high on Monday after

November 23, 2025
Australia's Macquarie bids $7.5 billion for logistics group Qube
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Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts

A task force ordered by President Donald Trump to combat crime in Memphis, Tennessee, has made thousands of arrests

November 24, 2025
Thousands of arrests by Trump's crime-fighting task force in Memphis strain crowded jail and courts
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How the Nexperia chip crisis upended auto supply chains - again

A factory next to a weed-ridden lot in China's industrial south has become a global

November 24, 2025
How the Nexperia chip crisis upended auto supply chains - again
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Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog

A federal employees' union on Sunday asked a federal judge to order the Trump administration to fund the top U.S. consumer watchdog, weeks after the agency said its cash could run out by

November 24, 2025
Union asks judge to order Trump officials to fund US consumer watchdog
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike

Early signs on Japan's annual wage negotiations for next year point to another round of solid pay hikes despite profit pressure from U.S. tariffs,

November 24, 2025
Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BHP walks away from last stab at Anglo American takeover

BHP on Monday abandoned a last-ditch effort to buy rival Anglo American and bolster its dominance in copper, just two

November 23, 2025
BHP walks away from last stab at Anglo American takeover
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

World Bank lifts Kenya's growth forecast on construction sector optimism

The World Bank lifted Kenya's economic growth forecast for this year to almost 5% on Monday, citing a pick up in the construction sector in East Africa's largest

November 24, 2025
World Bank lifts Kenya's growth forecast on construction sector optimism
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China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains

China pitched stronger ties in its highest‑level talks with Germany's new government as Beijing's top European trade partner seeks to smooth tensions over rare-earth

November 24, 2025
China pitches closer ties to Germany in strategic industries to ease rare earth strains
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Toxic mines put Southeast Asia's rivers, people at risk, study says

For most of her life, 59-year-old farmer Tip Kamlue has irrigated her fields in northern Thailand with the waters of the Kok

November 24, 2025
Toxic mines put Southeast Asia's rivers, people at risk, study says
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Australia’s teen social media ban pushes content creators to look abroad

Australia is home for YouTube star Jordan Barclay, the place where he was born, went to school and built a company worth $50 million by age 23 that produces gaming

November 24, 2025
Australia’s teen social media ban pushes content creators to look abroad
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South Korea sees room for cooperation with Taiwan on US chip tariffs, trade minister says

South Korea sees room for cooperation with Taiwan on U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on chips, the country's trade minister said on Monday.

November 24, 2025
South Korea sees room for cooperation with Taiwan on US chip tariffs, trade minister says
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Japan can actively intervene to prop up yen, says govt panel member Aida

Japan can actively intervene in the currency market to mitigate the negative economic impact of a weak yen, Takuji Aida, a private-sector member of a key government panel, said in a

November 23, 2025
Japan can actively intervene to prop up yen, says govt panel member Aida
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Blue Owl considers reviving merger of private credit funds, contingent on fund's share price, sources say

Blue Owl Capital is considering reviving a plan to merge two of its private credit funds if the share price of the larger fund improves, as the alternative asset

November 23, 2025
Blue Owl considers reviving merger of private credit funds, contingent on fund's share price, sources say
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Canada, India agree to restart trade talks, says Indian government

Canada and India have agreed to restart stalled talks for a new trade deal, the Indian government said on Sunday, after discussions between the

November 23, 2025
Canada, India agree to restart trade talks, says Indian government
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Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is standing by his past criticisms that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist

November 23, 2025
Mamdani stands by Trump criticism despite friendly White House meeting
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The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump's boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa has ended with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc

November 23, 2025
The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump's boycott
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Wall Street banks scramble to assess fallout from hack of real-estate data firm

Wall Street banks scramble to assess fallout from hack of real-estate data firm

November 23, 2025
Wall Street banks scramble to assess fallout from hack of real-estate data firm
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Nvidia CEO brushes off claims of an AI bubble

CNN's Richard Quest breaks down the potential winners and losers of the AI revolution and fears of a market bubble.

November 22, 2025
Nvidia CEO brushes off claims of an AI bubble
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Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity

International airlines are canceling flights to Venezuela after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned pilots about security risks and increased military activity

November 23, 2025
Airlines cancel flights to Venezuela after FAA warns of worsening security, military activity
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Kohl's to name Michael Bender as permanent CEO, Bloomberg News reports

Kohl's Corp is expected to appoint Michael Bender as its permanent chief executive as early as Monday, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing a person familiar with the matter.

November 23, 2025
Kohl's to name Michael Bender as permanent CEO, Bloomberg News reports
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term

Coup-prone Guinea-Bissau voted on Sunday in presidential and legislative elections, with President Umaro Sissoco Embalo in a tight contest to become the first leader

November 23, 2025
Guinea-Bissau votes for president with Embalo in tight race for second term
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc

Europeans have submitted a modified version of the United States' peace plan for Ukraine that pushes back on proposed limits to Kyiv's armed forces and territorial

November 23, 2025
Europeans propose changes to US Ukraine plan with higher army cap, NATO-style security pact -doc
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No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said the 43-day government shutdown caused an $11 billion permanent hit to the U.S. economy, but he

November 23, 2025
No recession risk for US economy as a whole after $11 billion shutdown hit, Bessent says
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South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday that the declaration from this weekend's Group of 20 summit

November 23, 2025
South Africa judges G20 summit a triumph of multilateralism despite US no-show
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said it was "shocking" for Japan's leader to openly send a wrong signal concerning Taiwan, according to an official statement on Sunday, the

November 23, 2025
China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he would have a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss peace efforts in Ukraine, adding that he would also

November 23, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan says he will speak to Russia's Putin on Monday
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa

Poorer nations at the Group of 20 summit in South Africa have urged world leaders to address climate action and debt issues affecting the developing world

November 23, 2025
Developing nations push for climate action and debt relief at G20 summit in South Africa
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US economy – and seaweed – slow tourist flow to Mexico’s Caribbean resort town

US economy – and seaweed – slow tourist flow to Mexico’s Caribbean resort town

November 23, 2025
US economy – and seaweed – slow tourist flow to Mexico’s Caribbean resort town
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter

U.S.

November 23, 2025
DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter
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BHP drops bid for Anglo American after early talks

BHP Group said on Monday it is no longer pursuing a potential combination with Anglo American after preliminary discussions with the rival miner's board.

November 23, 2025
BHP drops bid for Anglo American after early talks
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen

Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force, its army cannot be reduced leaving it vulnerable to an attack and the European Union must have a central role in a peace deal for

November 23, 2025
Ukraine's borders cannot be changed by force or army reduced -EU's von der Leyen
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Netanyahu, Smotrich to meet on Israeli 2026 budget that faces battle for approval

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and senior ministry officials will present Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later on Sunday with the state budget and planned structural

November 23, 2025
Netanyahu, Smotrich to meet on Israeli 2026 budget that faces battle for approval
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction

Christmas went on the auction block this week in Pennsylvania farm country in the form of a giant Christmas tree sale

November 23, 2025
Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction
Business|Economy|Environment

The government shutdown may have made it tougher to fix the air traffic controller shortage

The government shutdown may have made it tougher to fix the air traffic controller shortage

November 23, 2025
The government shutdown may have made it tougher to fix the air traffic controller shortage
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Investors eye holiday season turbulence amid AI and rate cut doubts

Stock market investors are preparing for a turbulent year-end sparked by uncertainty over near-term Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and

November 23, 2025
Investors eye holiday season turbulence amid AI and rate cut doubts
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa sees US trade negotiations continuing despite G20 differences

South Africa's trade minister Parks Tau said on Sunday that he expected negotiations with the U.S. over a trade deal would continue, despite differences between the two

November 23, 2025
South Africa sees US trade negotiations continuing despite G20 differences
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Canada's PM Carney to speak with Ukraine's Zelenskiy about US peace plan

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will speak with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy later on Sunday, as Canadian and other Western security advisers meet in

November 23, 2025
Canada's PM Carney to speak with Ukraine's Zelenskiy about US peace plan
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Turkey's Erdogan praises 'meaningful' deal with Australia on hosting COP31 summit

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan praised a deal reached with Australia on Saturday to host next year's U.N. climate summit, calling the compromise a meaningful achievement for

November 23, 2025
Turkey's Erdogan praises 'meaningful' deal with Australia on hosting COP31 summit
Business|Economy|Political|World

Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'

Canada will resume trade discussions with the United States "when it's appropriate," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday, noting he did not have a pressing issue

November 23, 2025
Canada says it will resume US trade talks 'when appropriate'
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang welcomed increased participation from Italian companies in the Chinese market and expressed hope for a fair and non-discriminatory environment for Chinese

November 23, 2025
China's Li urges fair investor treatment in Italy
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China to boost trade, investment with Tajikistan, Wang says

China will expand imports of high-quality agricultural products from Tajikistan and encourage Chinese companies to invest in the landlocked country, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said

November 23, 2025
China to boost trade, investment with Tajikistan, Wang says
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Canada PM and German Chancellor Merz discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the war in Ukraine and situation in Gaza on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, the two

November 23, 2025
Canada PM and German Chancellor Merz discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown

Kateryna Golizdra has survived six months in legal limbo - so far.

November 23, 2025
Nearly 200,000 Ukrainians in US thrown into legal limbo by Trump immigration crackdown
Economy|Europe|World

AP mapping shows France's poorest regions backing Le Pen's party as support for Macron wanes

President Emmanuel Macron's promise to win over far-right voters in France is faltering

November 23, 2025
AP mapping shows France's poorest regions backing Le Pen's party as support for Macron wanes
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JPMorgan, Citi, Morgan Stanley client data may be exposed by vendor's hack, NYT reports

Client data for JPMorgan Chase, Citi, Morgan Stanley and other major banks may have been accessed in a hack of a technology vendor, the New York Times reported on Saturday, citing people

November 23, 2025
JPMorgan, Citi, Morgan Stanley client data may be exposed by vendor's hack, NYT reports
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Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning

Three international airlines canceled their flights departing from Venezuela on Saturday, the day after the U.S.

November 22, 2025
Several international airlines cancel their flights in Venezuela after US warning
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Plan for $20 million firefighter training center near the site of Ohio derailment is revived

Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio

November 22, 2025
Plan for $20 million firefighter training center near the site of Ohio derailment is revived
Africa|Business|Economy

Walmart makes African debut with South African store launch

Walmart opened its first store in South Africa on Saturday, marking the U.S. retail giant’s debut on the African continent as it seeks a stake in a

November 22, 2025
Walmart makes African debut with South African store launch
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

Ukraine’s Western allies have rallied around the country as they push to revise a U.S. peace plan seen as favoring Moscow

November 22, 2025
Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favoring Moscow
Economy|Environment|Science|World

World strikes climate deal but fails to agree to a roadmap away from fossil fuels after contentious, chaotic summit

World strikes climate deal but fails to agree to a roadmap away from fossil fuels after contentious, chaotic summit

November 22, 2025
World strikes climate deal but fails to agree to a roadmap away from fossil fuels after contentious, chaotic summit
Economy|Environment|Political|World

G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition

Group of 20 leaders adopted a declaration addressing the climate crisis and other global challenges on

November 22, 2025
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott, opposition
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders adopt a declaration at the start of South Africa's G20 summit despite US opposition

World leaders from the Group of 20 rich and developing economies have broken with tradition and adopted a declaration at the start of their summit in South Africa despite opposition from the United States

November 22, 2025
Leaders adopt a declaration at the start of South Africa's G20 summit despite US opposition
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fed's Collins: Monetary policy currently in right place, hesitant about cutting rates

By Michael S.

November 22, 2025
Fed's Collins: Monetary policy currently in right place, hesitant about cutting rates
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US tariff cut to 15% for Switzerland could take effect early December, says economy minister

The United States' general tariff of 39% on imports from Switzerland could be cut to 15% from early December, Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin told the broadcaster SRF in an

November 22, 2025
US tariff cut to 15% for Switzerland could take effect early December, says economy minister
Crime|Economy|Environment|World

Why illegal gold mining is overtaking cocaine as the drug of choice for traffickers in Latin America

Why illegal gold mining is overtaking cocaine as the drug of choice for traffickers in Latin America

November 22, 2025
Why illegal gold mining is overtaking cocaine as the drug of choice for traffickers in Latin America
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Babies who drank ByHeart formula got sick months before botulism outbreak, parents say

At least five families say their babies were treated for infant botulism after consuming ByHeart formula months before a current outbreak was detected

November 22, 2025
Babies who drank ByHeart formula got sick months before botulism outbreak, parents say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

IPO market's red-hot year has been cooled by the shutdown and more caution among investors

A strong year for initial public offerings on Wall Street has fizzled out due to the government shutdown and a cautious turn by investors

November 21, 2025
IPO market's red-hot year has been cooled by the shutdown and more caution among investors
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle

‘A whole bunch of financial mess’: Affordability feels out of reach in PA district crucial to Trump

‘A whole bunch of financial mess’: Affordability feels out of reach in PA district crucial to Trump

November 22, 2025
‘A whole bunch of financial mess’: Affordability feels out of reach in PA district crucial to Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Canada's Carney and France's Macron discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in Gaza on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, the

November 22, 2025
Canada's Carney and France's Macron discuss Ukraine, Gaza on G20 sidelines
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices

President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to lower consumer prices that skyrocketed during Joe Biden's term, but he is now facing the

November 22, 2025
Trump faces same reality as Biden: Americans despise higher prices
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine

An American proposal to end the war in Ukraine puts the country in a delicate diplomatic position — caught between placating its most important ally, the United States, and not capitulating to Russia, its much larger neighbor that launched a full-scale invasion nearly four years ago

November 21, 2025
Key elements in Trump’s 28-point peace proposal and why much of it is unacceptable for Ukraine
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Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda

The possibility of another meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump is on the agenda, a senior Russian diplomat has said.

November 22, 2025
Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda
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Swiss regulator warns mortgage risks are rising as banks stretch lending rules

Switzerland's financial market regulator warned on Saturday of growing risks in the housing market, saying banks were stretching mortgage lending criteria as

November 22, 2025
Swiss regulator warns mortgage risks are rising as banks stretch lending rules
Economy|Europe|Political|World

French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate

The French lower house rejected parts of the 2026 budget bill on Saturday, leaving open whether the politically fragmented parliament, under pressure from investors to reduce a budget

November 22, 2025
French lawmakers reject income part of budget bill as it heads to Senate
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

The world’s biggest company just told everyone to chill out

The world’s biggest company just told everyone to chill out

November 22, 2025
The world’s biggest company just told everyone to chill out
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US government pullback from climate science fuels boom for private data firms

A British real estate manager overseeing 26 billion euros ($29.93 billion) in assets and concerned about flood, fire and other climate-related

November 22, 2025
US government pullback from climate science fuels boom for private data firms
Asia|Economy|Environment|World

Central Vietnam death toll rises to 55 from flooding, landslides

The death toll from torrential rain, flooding and landslides in central Vietnam has risen to 55, with 13 people reported missing, the country's disaster agency said on Saturday.

November 22, 2025
Central Vietnam death toll rises to 55 from flooding, landslides
Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 climate summit deadlocked as EU rejects draft deal

The outcome of Brazil's COP30 climate summit was left hanging in the balance, with the European Union

November 21, 2025
COP30 climate summit deadlocked as EU rejects draft deal
Economy|Political|US|World

Judges block Trump from cutting hundreds of millions in grants to cities, counties

A pair of federal judges on Friday separately blocked President Donald Trump's administration from unilaterally imposing new conditions on hundreds of millions in U.S.

November 22, 2025
Judges block Trump from cutting hundreds of millions in grants to cities, counties
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Takeaways from the Trump-Mamdani White House meeting

President Donald Trump hosted New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House on Friday for a meeting that took place

November 21, 2025
Takeaways from the Trump-Mamdani White House meeting
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bill Ackman eyes dual public offerings for Pershing Square and new fund, WSJ reports

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman plans to take his hedge-fund firm Pershing Square and a new investment fund public early next year, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing

November 21, 2025
Bill Ackman eyes dual public offerings for Pershing Square and new fund, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said on Friday the U.S. plan for a settlement of the war in Ukraine was aimed at preventing more Ukrainian deaths and

November 21, 2025
Putin envoy Dmitriev: Peace plan seeks to end Ukraine losses of land, lives
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting

President Donald Trump has met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite

November 21, 2025
Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students

Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students

November 21, 2025
Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students
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Brazil cenbank to offer $2 billion in dollar auctions with repurchase deal on Monday

The Brazilian central bank said on Friday it will offer up to $2 billion in two dollar auctions with repurchase agreements on Monday morning.

November 21, 2025
Brazil cenbank to offer $2 billion in dollar auctions with repurchase deal on Monday
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Tyson Foods to close major US beef plant as cattle supplies dwindle

Tyson Foods will close a major beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, with about 3,200 employees in January after U.S. cattle supplies dropped to their lowest level in

November 21, 2025
Tyson Foods to close major US beef plant as cattle supplies dwindle
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Jamaica reports deadly leptospirosis outbreak after Hurricane Melissa

KINGSTON -Jamaica has declared an outbreak of the bacterial disease leptospirosis, suspected of causing six deaths, following the devastation from Hurricane Melissa in late October.

November 21, 2025
Jamaica reports deadly leptospirosis outbreak after Hurricane Melissa
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Lilly becomes first drugmaker to hit $1 trillion valuation on weight-loss demand

Eli Lilly hit $1 trillion in market value on Friday, making it the first drugmaker to enter the exclusive club dominated by tech giants and underscoring its rise as a

November 21, 2025
Lilly becomes first drugmaker to hit $1 trillion valuation on weight-loss demand
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Moody's grants Italy its first rating upgrade in 23 years

Global ratings agency Moody's on Friday upgraded Italy's sovereign rating to "Baa2" from "Baa3", citing the country's consistent track record of political and policy stability.

November 21, 2025
Moody's grants Italy its first rating upgrade in 23 years
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Trump, Mamdani say NY utility Con Edison needs to cut rates

U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump, Mamdani say NY utility Con Edison needs to cut rates
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US warns airlines of potential hazards when flying over Venezuela

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
US warns airlines of potential hazards when flying over Venezuela
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US CFPB settles with MoneyLion as enforcement activity winds down

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
US CFPB settles with MoneyLion as enforcement activity winds down
Economy|World

Moody's affirms UK's Aa3 rating ahead of budget

Global ratings agency Moody's affirmed the United Kingdom's Aa3 rating on Friday, citing the significant credit strength of the world's sixth-biggest economy and the government's commitment

November 21, 2025
Moody's affirms UK's Aa3 rating ahead of budget
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Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting

After months of trading insults, U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump lavishes praise on New York's mayor-elect Mamdani at warm White House meeting
Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

UN human rights expert urges US to lift sanctions on Cuba

A United Nations human rights expert on Friday urged the United States to lift sanctions imposed on Cuba, citing the impact of long-standing trade and financial

November 21, 2025
UN human rights expert urges US to lift sanctions on Cuba
Economy|Political

Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag

President Donald Trump and New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani come from opposite parties and have spent months sniping at each other

November 21, 2025
Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag
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Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations

Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations

November 21, 2025
Federal judge blocks IRS from sharing information to help ICE with deportations
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House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

November 21, 2025
House Oversight Committee widens its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein
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US mulls letting Nvidia sell H200 chips to China, sources say

The Trump administration is considering greenlighting sales of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China, people familiar with the matter said, as a bilateral

November 21, 2025
US mulls letting Nvidia sell H200 chips to China, sources say
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Wall Street indexes jump as rate cut bets increase but post losses for week

U.S. stocks rallied on Friday as investors increased bets that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next month,  while all three of the major

November 21, 2025
Wall Street indexes jump as rate cut bets increase but post losses for week
Business|Economy|World

BOJ close to raising rates, board member Masu says -Nikkei

The Bank of Japan is "nearing" a decision to raise interest rates and will not wait until after next year's spring wage negotiations end, its board member Kazuyuki

November 21, 2025
BOJ close to raising rates, board member Masu says -Nikkei
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US consumer bureau shifts to limited oversight instead of dismantling agency

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
US consumer bureau shifts to limited oversight instead of dismantling agency
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Exxon freezes plans for major hydrogen plant amid weak customer demand

Exxon Mobil has paused plans to build what would be one of the world's largest hydrogen production facilities due to weak customer demand, CEO Darren Woods told

November 21, 2025
Exxon freezes plans for major hydrogen plant amid weak customer demand
Economy|Education|Health|Sports

Colorado students turn high school into community food bank during shutdown

Colorado students turn high school into community food bank during shutdown

November 21, 2025
Colorado students turn high school into community food bank during shutdown
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More swings hit Wall Street, but this time stocks finish higher

More swings hit Wall Street, except it finished higher this time

November 21, 2025
More swings hit Wall Street, but this time stocks finish higher
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Argentina did not discuss $20 billion bailout with banks, minister says

Argentine officials did not speak with U.S. banks about a $20 billion rescue package, the country's economy minister, Luis Caputo, said on Friday in a post on social media.

November 21, 2025
Argentina did not discuss $20 billion bailout with banks, minister says
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US stocks jump on Fed rate cut bets but lose ground on the week

Wall Street stocks closed sharply higher on Friday as rising expectations of a December interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve offset concerns over lofty tech

November 21, 2025
US stocks jump on Fed rate cut bets but lose ground on the week
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Florida Republicans oppose Trump offshore oil leasing plan

Florida Republicans, including Governor Ron DeSantis, said they oppose a Trump administration plan that could allow new oil and gas drilling in waters off the state's Gulf Coast.

November 21, 2025
Florida Republicans oppose Trump offshore oil leasing plan
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White House pauses executive order that would seek to preempt state laws on AI, sources say

The White House has put on hold a draft executive order that would seek to preempt state laws on artificial intelligence through lawsuits and by withholding federal funds,

November 21, 2025
White House pauses executive order that would seek to preempt state laws on AI, sources say
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

BBC board member Banerji resigns after Trump documentary edit

An independent director on the BBC's board, Shumeet Banerji, has quit on Friday in the wake of what the public broadcaster said was an incorrect edit of a speech by President Donald

November 21, 2025
BBC board member Banerji resigns after Trump documentary edit
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Trump signs proclamation to ease regulations on some coke oven processing plants

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Friday to ease regulatory requirements on certain coke oven processing plants, the White House said.

November 21, 2025
Trump signs proclamation to ease regulations on some coke oven processing plants
Economy|Election|Finance|Health|Political|US

Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor

Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has decided not to run for Ohio governor next year

November 21, 2025
Ohio Democrat Tim Ryan, the ex-congressman who lost a Senate bid to JD Vance, won’t run for governor
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Officer acquitted in death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting

An Ohio officer has been acquitted of all charges after fatally shooting Ta'Kiya Young in a supermarket parking lot

November 21, 2025
Officer acquitted in death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Ubisoft, Tencent agree 4 billion euro Vantage Studios tie-up

Ubisoft said on Friday it has completed Tencent's investment in Vantage Studios, a new unit built around its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six franchises.

November 21, 2025
Ubisoft, Tencent agree 4 billion euro Vantage Studios tie-up
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G20 draft declaration defies US with 'climate change' references, source says

A G20 draft leaders' declaration includes references to "climate change" in defiance of U.S. objections, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
G20 draft declaration defies US with 'climate change' references, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Bitcoin on thin ice after sinking in flight from risk

Bitcoin dropped to a seven-month low on Friday, closing in on the $80,000 level below which some analysts say much heavier losses are

November 21, 2025
Bitcoin on thin ice after sinking in flight from risk
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

Glass Lewis recommends Teck Resources to vote in favor of deal with Anglo American

Independent proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis on Friday recommended Teck Resources shareholders to vote in favor of a deal to combine with Anglo American.

November 21, 2025
Glass Lewis recommends Teck Resources to vote in favor of deal with Anglo American
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices settle down at lowest in a month as US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Oil prices eased about 1% on Friday to settle at one-month lows as the U.S. pushed for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal that could boost global oil supplies, while

November 21, 2025
Oil prices settle down at lowest in a month as US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

AstraZeneca to invest $2 billion as part of US manufacturing push

AstraZeneca said on Friday it will invest $2 billion to expand its manufacturing footprint in Maryland as part of its previously announced $50 billion plan to expand manufacturing and

November 21, 2025
AstraZeneca to invest $2 billion as part of US manufacturing push
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit

Brazil's government said on Friday that 22% of its exports to the United States remain subject to a 40% extra tariff after President Donald Trump expanded the list of exemptions to

November 21, 2025
Trump tariff relief leaves 22% of Brazil's shipments still hit
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Ford reaffirms annual EBIT guidance after latest aluminum supplier fire

Ford Motor on Friday stood by its annual EBIT guidance of $6 billion to $6.5 billion for this year following another fire this week at aluminum supplier Novelis' New

November 21, 2025
Ford reaffirms annual EBIT guidance after latest aluminum supplier fire
Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Oakland's new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away

Barbara Lee has been Oakland’s mayor for half a year

November 21, 2025
Oakland's new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away
Economy|Health|Science|Technology

A new crash test dummy that better resembles women gets key government endorsement

The U.S. government has released a new crash test dummy design that advocates believe will help make cars safer for women

November 21, 2025
A new crash test dummy that better resembles women gets key government endorsement
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Bubble Trouble: AI rally shows cracks as investors question risks

The biggest bout of volatility in U.S. stocks in months has revealed cracks in the artificial intelligence-related rally, raising questions about whether the

November 21, 2025
Bubble Trouble: AI rally shows cracks as investors question risks
Business|Economy|Food|World

Brazil fears losing US market share in instant coffee after Trump maintains tariffs

Brazil risks losing its market share in instant coffee sales in the U.S. after President Donald Trump retained 50% tariffs on the product while cutting duties for green coffee,

November 21, 2025
Brazil fears losing US market share in instant coffee after Trump maintains tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar slips against yen but heads for broad weekly rise

The dollar weakened against the yen on Friday, after Japanese officials stepped up verbal intervention to stem the currency's decline, even as the greenback

November 21, 2025
Dollar slips against yen but heads for broad weekly rise
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Glass Lewis mulls US investment adviser registration, could ease criticism

A top Glass Lewis executive said the firm may register itself as a U.S. investment adviser, which would subject it to more regulation but potentially assuage criticism from

November 21, 2025
Glass Lewis mulls US investment adviser registration, could ease criticism
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say

G20 envoys have agreed on a draft leaders' declaration ahead of this weekend's summit in Johannesburg without U.S. input, four

November 21, 2025
G20 envoys agree draft declaration despite US boycott, sources say
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Lilly becomes first healthcare firm to join trillion-dollar club, Wall Street reacts

Eli Lilly hit $1 trillion in market value on Friday, making it the first drugmaker to enter the exclusive club dominated by tech giants and underscoring its rise as a weight-loss powerhouse

November 21, 2025
Lilly becomes first healthcare firm to join trillion-dollar club, Wall Street reacts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

SIX Group weighs pan-European SME exchange, acquisitions

By Charlie Conchie LONDON -The operator of the Swiss and Spanish stock markets is weighing acquisitions and the launch of a pan-European equity exchange for small and medium-sized firms, its chief

November 21, 2025
SIX Group weighs pan-European SME exchange, acquisitions
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Corpus Christi neighbors sleep outside to raise awareness for youth homelessness

Corpus Christi neighbors sleep outside to raise awareness for youth homelessness

November 21, 2025
Corpus Christi neighbors sleep outside to raise awareness for youth homelessness
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US manufacturing slows in November as high prices curb demand

U.S. factory activity slowed to a four-month low in November as higher prices because of tariffs on imports restrained demand, leading to a piling up of unsold

November 21, 2025
US manufacturing slows in November as high prices curb demand
Business|Economy|World

US wholesale inventories revised higher in August

U.S. wholesale inventories were unchanged in August as increases in stocks of long-lasting manufactured goods like motor vehicles offset decreases in prescription medication and

November 21, 2025
US wholesale inventories revised higher in August
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Miran would back 25-bp rate cut if he were 'marginal vote' - BBG TV

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Friday said he would vote for a quarter-percentage-point interest rate cut at the December meeting if his vote meant the difference in securing a

November 21, 2025
Fed's Miran would back 25-bp rate cut if he were 'marginal vote' - BBG TV
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Nokia plans $4 billion AI investment in the United States

Finland's Nokia said on Friday it plans to invest $4 billion in the United States, targeting research, development, and production to drive advancements in artificial

November 21, 2025
Nokia plans $4 billion AI investment in the United States
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday he would not betray Ukraine's interests in a U.S.-led peace process, warning that Kyiv faces a choice

November 21, 2025
Zelenskiy says he won't betray Ukrainian interests in US-led peace process
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni spoke on Friday with her German counterpart Friedrich Merz and together they stressed the importance of supporting U.S. efforts to end the war

November 21, 2025
US peace efforts on Ukraine should be supported, Meloni says after talks with Merz
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AIP plans sale or listing of French aluminium plant, union says

U.S. investment firm American Industrial Partners plans to sell or list on the stock market Aluminium Dunkerque, France's largest aluminium plant, a union official said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
AIP plans sale or listing of French aluminium plant, union says
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Citigroup to replace CFO Mason with Luchetti, reorganizes retail and wealth divisions

Citigroup  Chief Financial Officer Mark Mason will leave his role in March and be succeeded by Gonzalo Luchetti, the current head of the bank's U.S. retail

November 20, 2025
Citigroup to replace CFO Mason with Luchetti, reorganizes retail and wealth divisions
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US cancels release of CPI report for October because of government shutdown

The U.S.

November 21, 2025
US cancels release of CPI report for October because of government shutdown
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Premier League to introduce a spending cap from next season

Premier League teams have agreed to introduce spending caps in England’s top flight from next season

November 21, 2025
Premier League to introduce a spending cap from next season
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Kering CEO plans 'House of Dreams' investment arm to help trim reliance on Gucci

Kering's new CEO Luca De Meo plans to set up a new unit to scout for up-and-coming brands to invest in, documents seen by Reuters show, as he

November 21, 2025
Kering CEO plans 'House of Dreams' investment arm to help trim reliance on Gucci
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Williams' comments boost odds of a Fed cut, though policy hawks remain adamant

Comments from a top U.S.

November 21, 2025
Williams' comments boost odds of a Fed cut, though policy hawks remain adamant
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What's in the US peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine?

The United States has drafted a 28-point peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine which is being studied by Kyiv, Moscow and interested countries in Europe. 

November 21, 2025
What's in the US peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall St opens higher as December rate cut bets strengthen

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday as traders raised bets on an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December following commentary from policymakers, with tech stocks

November 21, 2025
Wall St opens higher as December rate cut bets strengthen
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fed's Logan calls for holding rates steady 'for a time'

Dallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan on Friday called for leaving the policy rate on hold "for a time" while the central bank assesses how much of a brake the current

November 21, 2025
Fed's Logan calls for holding rates steady 'for a time'
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

COP30 host city Belem, Brazil, tries to stoke economy while preserving Amazon rainforest

On the banks of the Guama River where the city of Belem presses up against the vast green Amazon, Brazil is pioneering an economic

November 21, 2025
COP30 host city Belem, Brazil, tries to stoke economy while preserving Amazon rainforest
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Lilly, Novo Nordisk back direct-to-employer programs to expand access to weight-loss drugs

Eli Lilly said on Friday it plans to roll out an employer-focused obesity care model early next year, aiming to expand access to its blockbuster weight-loss drug through partnerships with

November 21, 2025
Lilly, Novo Nordisk back direct-to-employer programs to expand access to weight-loss drugs
Business|Economy|Sports|Technology

LA Olympics will keep 'Intuit' on Clippers arena as part of groundbreaking venue-naming deal

The Intuit Dome will be called just that for the Los Angeles Olympics, after organizers struck a deal with the makers of tax and business software as part of a groundbreaking arrangement to sell naming rights for venues at the upcoming Summer Games

November 21, 2025
LA Olympics will keep 'Intuit' on Clippers arena as part of groundbreaking venue-naming deal
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

There are thousands of aligned holes in Peru. Archaeologists now think they know who made them

There are thousands of aligned holes in Peru. Archaeologists now think they know who made them

November 21, 2025
There are thousands of aligned holes in Peru. Archaeologists now think they know who made them
Business|Economy|Food|Political|World

Brazil hails US tariff rollback as ‘significant progress' and seeks more exemptions

Brazil's Vice President Geraldo Alckmin says U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to remove additional import tariffs on some Brazilian agribusiness products marks significant progress

November 21, 2025
Brazil hails US tariff rollback as ‘significant progress' and seeks more exemptions
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US equity funds attract fifth straight weekly inflow amid robust earnings results

U.S. equity funds attracted investment inflows for a fifth week in a row as investors focused on robust third-quarter earnings growth and brushed off concerns of lofty tech sector

November 21, 2025
US equity funds attract fifth straight weekly inflow amid robust earnings results
Economy

Fed's Jefferson: AI-related stock gains unlikely to be dot-com boom replay

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson on Friday said he feels the current surge in stocks related to artificial intelligence is unlikely to be a replay of the late 1990s dot-com stock

November 21, 2025
Fed's Jefferson: AI-related stock gains unlikely to be dot-com boom replay
Business|Economy|Food|World

Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil

Global coffee prices plunged on Friday after U.S.

November 21, 2025
Global coffee prices plunge after Trump removes tariffs on Brazil
Business|Economy|World

Canada September retail sales down 0.7%; seen unchanged in October

Canadian retail sales fell in September, reversing a positive trend last month, as consumers spent less in buying cars, automotive parts and building materials among others, data

November 21, 2025
Canada September retail sales down 0.7%; seen unchanged in October
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Fed's Collins leans against December rate cut in CNBC interview

By Michael S.

November 21, 2025
Fed's Collins leans against December rate cut in CNBC interview
Economy|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science

Making GLP-1 weight loss drugs cheaper isn’t enough to address America’s obesity problem – here’s why

Additional policy changes can help change key factors that drive obesity.

November 21, 2025
Making GLP-1 weight loss drugs cheaper isn’t enough to address America’s obesity problem – here’s why
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward

The Colorado AI Act goes into effect next year, but legislators are attempting to repeal and replace it.

November 21, 2025
Colorado is pumping the brakes on first-of-its-kind AI regulation to find a practical path forward
Africa|Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders arrive for a first African G20 summit overshadowed by a rift between the host and the US

World leaders are arriving for a historic first Group of 20 summit in Africa that aims to put the problems of poor countries at the top of the global agenda

November 21, 2025
Leaders arrive for a first African G20 summit overshadowed by a rift between the host and the US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equity funds draw inflows for ninth week on corporate earnings optimism

Global equity funds attracted inflows for a ninth straight week as fund investors, encouraged by an overall strong third-quarter earnings season, brushed off concerns about lofty tech

November 21, 2025
Global equity funds draw inflows for ninth week on corporate earnings optimism
Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor

Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat who served as a House manager in President Donald Trump’s 2021 impeachment trial, has launched his bid for California governor

November 21, 2025
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces his bid for California governor
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Black Friday puts focus on consumer spending for rocky markets

With U.S. stocks in the midst of a grim month, investors will look in the coming week for signs of strength in the U.S. consumer with Black Friday putting the

November 21, 2025
Black Friday puts focus on consumer spending for rocky markets
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's largest US soybean buy in 2 years buoys prices, triggers sales by struggling farmers

The largest U.S. soybean sales to China in more than two years this week could be just the beginning of an accelerated buying program by Beijing after the world's top

November 21, 2025
China's largest US soybean buy in 2 years buoys prices, triggers sales by struggling farmers
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|World

Red Cross to shed nearly 3,000 jobs, scale back budget amid donor fatigue

The International Committee of the Red Cross will reduce its 2026 budget by nearly a fifth to 1.8 billion Swiss francs ($2.2 billion) and cut 2,900 jobs, it said in a

November 21, 2025
Red Cross to shed nearly 3,000 jobs, scale back budget amid donor fatigue
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European arms makers retreat as Ukraine peace plan gains traction

European defence shares fell on Friday to their lowest since late August, as reports about a U.S.-backed deal to end the war in Ukraine hit one of the region's best-

November 21, 2025
European arms makers retreat as Ukraine peace plan gains traction
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine

Here is the text of a draft version of the 28-point peace plan for Ukraine backed by the United States, according to a copy seen by Reuters 1. Ukraine's sovereignty to be reconfirmed. 2.

November 21, 2025
Draft of U.S.-backed peace proposal for Ukraine
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Food supply improving in Gaza since truce but long way to go, says UN

More food supplies are getting into Gaza since the October ceasefire but are still falling short of huge humanitarian needs as winter rains risk spoiling

November 21, 2025
Food supply improving in Gaza since truce but long way to go, says UN
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy

The leaders of Germany, France and Britain agreed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a phone call on Friday that Ukrainian forces must remain capable of defending the

November 21, 2025
Germany, France, UK leaders discuss US-backed Ukraine plan in call with Zelenskiy
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Investors' views on extended markets' selloff

Asian and European shares extended a global rout on Friday and U.S. stock futures also pointed to a weak opening on Wall Street as investors continued to offload richly valued

November 21, 2025
Investors' views on extended markets' selloff
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division

Franjo Sola remembers November 21, 1995, as the best day of his life, when a U.S.-brokered peace deal ended war in Bosnia and

November 21, 2025
Three decades after peace deal, Bosnia still struggles with division
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark

Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark

November 21, 2025
Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

Shale rigs idle, layoffs rise as $60 oil tests resilience of Permian

At the heart of the U.S. shale industry in Texas, oil production is climbing.

November 21, 2025
Shale rigs idle, layoffs rise as $60 oil tests resilience of Permian
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Jitters over AI spending set to grow as US tech giants flood bond market ​

Investors are growing uneasy that the rapid rise in public debt used to bankroll AI investments could strain the U.S. corporate bond market and eventually

November 21, 2025
Jitters over AI spending set to grow as US tech giants flood bond market ​
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How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy

Here is a look at how U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms Rosneft and Lukoil, which take effect at 1701 GMT on Friday, may affect the Russian foreign currency market.

November 21, 2025
How US sanctions on Russian oil majors will impact the rouble and economy
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Delays, setbacks loom over Trump's Golden Dome missile shield

President Donald Trump's Golden Dome missile defense initiative is facing significant delays, hampered by the 43-day government shutdown and lack of a clear plan to

November 21, 2025
Delays, setbacks loom over Trump's Golden Dome missile shield
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

The pAIn trade

By Anna Szymanski LONDON, November 21 (REUTERS) -Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend.       

November 21, 2025
The pAIn trade
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US states take aim at data-driven pricing to ease consumer pain

Even as the White House seeks to roll back state laws on artificial intelligence, states are pursuing an increasing number of bills to ban tech-driven pricing practices in an

November 21, 2025
US states take aim at data-driven pricing to ease consumer pain
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions

North Carolina this week emerged as a new front in President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown - one poised to shape one of next

November 21, 2025
Charlotte immigration raids by Trump administration ignite political tensions
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Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia had not yet received anything official from the United States about a 28-point U.S. peace plan for Ukraine, but it was ready to negotiate.

November 21, 2025
Kremlin says US has yet to discuss its Ukraine peace plan in detail with Moscow
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Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports

The White House is preparing for possible turnover in the cabinet after U.S.

November 21, 2025
Trump officials prepare for potential cabinet shakeup after one-year mark, CNN reports
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026

Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026

November 21, 2025
Senior citizens will pay a lot more for Medicare in 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen

The European Union will keep on supporting Ukraine as Ukraine is the victim of an aggression, the EU Commission's President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday, adding that

November 21, 2025
EU to keep supporting Ukraine as sanctions against Russia bite, says von der Leyen
Business|Economy|World

UK economy stumbles in run-up to next week's budget

Measures of Britain's businesses, consumers and public finances are all showing signs of deterioration in the run-up to next

November 21, 2025
UK economy stumbles in run-up to next week's budget
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares log a weekly decline, defence stocks slide

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 21, 2025
European shares log a weekly decline, defence stocks slide
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UK businesses put plans on hold before Reeves' budget, PMI shows

British business growth ground almost to a halt this month, as companies put their plans on hold while they waited to see if next week's government budget will

November 21, 2025
UK businesses put plans on hold before Reeves' budget, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan

European Union leaders and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will reach out to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to discuss a U.S. peace plan on

November 21, 2025
EU's von der Leyen to reach out to Zelenskiy on Ukraine peace plan
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

'A close call': Global brokerages split on Fed's December rate cut view after jobs report

Global brokerages are split over whether the U.S.

November 21, 2025
'A close call': Global brokerages split on Fed's December rate cut view after jobs report
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel

The air traffic problem making your holiday travel even more miserable

The air traffic problem making your holiday travel even more miserable

November 21, 2025
The air traffic problem making your holiday travel even more miserable
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone

The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone

November 21, 2025
The success of the forced Epstein files vote is emboldening some Republicans to go it alone
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

From Budget blues to Black Friday

Global markets head into another packed week where political leaders, policymakers and consumers take centre stage against a backdrop of nervy markets - with tech stocks and the likes of

November 21, 2025
From Budget blues to Black Friday
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|World

China scraps concerts with Japanese musicians as diplomatic tensions mount

Japanese jazz musician Yoshio Suzuki and his band were in the

November 21, 2025
China scraps concerts with Japanese musicians as diplomatic tensions mount
Economy|World

Top ECB officials urge EU to remove internal barriers amid Trump tariffs

The European Union can offset the economic drag from U.S. trade tariffs and deglobalisation by removing internal barriers, top European Central Bank policymakers said on Friday.

November 21, 2025
Top ECB officials urge EU to remove internal barriers amid Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Chinese cruise ships look to steer clear of Japan amid diplomatic dispute

Chinese cruise operators are scrambling to avoid Japanese ports as Beijing and Tokyo engage in a diplomatic dispute, which is expected to

November 21, 2025
Chinese cruise ships look to steer clear of Japan amid diplomatic dispute
Business|Economy|World

India and Afghanistan to launch air cargo services to boost trade

Air cargo services between India and Afghanistan will be launched soon, an Indian foreign ministry official said on Friday, as the two countries seek to reset ties amid soured

November 21, 2025
India and Afghanistan to launch air cargo services to boost trade
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone business activity grows steadily in November, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity grew steadily this month as services expanded at the quickest pace in 1-1/2 years, while weak demand sent manufacturing back into contraction

November 21, 2025
Euro zone business activity grows steadily in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German business activity growth loses momentum in November, PMI shows

Germany's private sector growth has lost momentum in November as the manufacturing sector has unexpectedly contracted and the service sector has not expanded as

November 21, 2025
German business activity growth loses momentum in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

French economy stabilises in November as services expand, PMI shows

French business activity almost stabilised in November, according to a survey published Friday, as unexpected growth in the country's dominant service sector nearly offset a sharper

November 21, 2025
French economy stabilises in November as services expand, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Yen intervention looms large, but it may not work

A stubbornly weak yen has Japan on the cusp of intervening in the currency market for the third time in roughly as many years, but analysts say

November 21, 2025
Yen intervention looms large, but it may not work
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Binance CEO Teng says bitcoin volatility in line with most asset classes

Binance Chief Executive Richard Teng said on Friday bitcoin's sharp drop in the past month was the result of investors deleveraging cryptocurrency holdings and risk

November 21, 2025
Binance CEO Teng says bitcoin volatility in line with most asset classes
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach

French video game group Ubisoft reported quarterly bookings above its guidance on Friday, after a week-long delay in publishing the results related to an accounting change

November 21, 2025
Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

New US rules say countries with DEI policies are infringing human rights

U.S. officials will consider enforcement of affirmative action policies and state subsidies for abortion as infringements when compiling the

November 20, 2025
New US rules say countries with DEI policies are infringing human rights
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Tech stocks still set for record $75 billion inflow in 2025, says BofA

Tech stocks remain on track for a record $75 billion inflow this year, BofA's weekly flow show note said on Friday, highlighting demand for the sector even as it comes under pressure

November 21, 2025
Tech stocks still set for record $75 billion inflow in 2025, says BofA
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Foxconn-Nvidia $1.4 billion Taiwan supercomputing cluster to be ready by H1 2026, Foxconn says

Foxconn said on Friday that a $1.4 billion supercomputing centre it is building with Nvidia will be ready by the first

November 21, 2025
Foxconn-Nvidia $1.4 billion Taiwan supercomputing cluster to be ready by H1 2026, Foxconn says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK borrowing climbs, showing scale of budget task facing Reeves

Britain's borrowing in the first seven months of the financial year was the highest on record except during the COVID pandemic, according to data that lays bare

November 21, 2025
UK borrowing climbs, showing scale of budget task facing Reeves
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar hedging frenzy fades, bringing relief to greenback

Just months after a U.S. tariff shock whacked the dollar, a rush by overseas investors to

November 21, 2025
Dollar hedging frenzy fades, bringing relief to greenback
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK retail sales and consumer morale slide ahead of budget

British retail sales tumbled in October and a closely watched gauge of household sentiment fell this month, adding to signs of waning consumer spending

November 21, 2025
UK retail sales and consumer morale slide ahead of budget
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

OpenAI and Taiwan's Foxconn to partner in AI hardware design and manufacturing in the US

OpenAI has announced a partnership with Taiwan's Foxconn to design and make equipment for AI data centers in the U.S. Foxconn, known for making assembling iPhones and other Apple products and making servers for Nvidia, said it will co-design artificial intelligence data center racks with OpenAI under the agreement

November 21, 2025
OpenAI and Taiwan's Foxconn to partner in AI hardware design and manufacturing in the US
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Federal judges uphold several North Carolina US House districts drawn by Republicans

Federal judges have upheld several U.S. House districts drawn by North Carolina Republicans in 2023

November 21, 2025
Federal judges uphold several North Carolina US House districts drawn by Republicans
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan premier's advisers will speak at business event before BOJ meeting

Reflationist advisers of Japan's new prime minister Sanae Takaichi will speak on a panel hosted by Keidanren on December 17 on the new administration's strategy to strengthen the

November 21, 2025
Japan premier's advisers will speak at business event before BOJ meeting
Business|Crime|Economy|Lifestyle|World

Canadian man loses legal battle to keep his secret million-dollar stash

Canadian man loses legal battle to keep his secret million-dollar stash

November 21, 2025
Canadian man loses legal battle to keep his secret million-dollar stash
Business|Economy|World

India's November business growth slows to 6-month low on weak manufacturing, PMI shows

India’s private sector activity expanded at its slowest pace in six months in November as manufacturing growth slipped to a nine-month low, offsetting an uptick

November 21, 2025
India's November business growth slows to 6-month low on weak manufacturing, PMI shows
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Risk-on investors turn to Uganda to 'squeeze the last drop' out of frontier markets

Uganda - a landlocked African nation that until recently struggled to get a World Bank loan - is the latest hot destination for

November 21, 2025
Risk-on investors turn to Uganda to 'squeeze the last drop' out of frontier markets
Economy|Political|World

Japan's cabinet approves lavish stimulus as markets fret over Takaichi's fiscal policy

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approved a 21.3 trillion yen ($135.40 billion) economic stimulus package on Friday, marking the first major policy

November 21, 2025
Japan's cabinet approves lavish stimulus as markets fret over Takaichi's fiscal policy
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Three-alarm fire as tech selloff resumes, Takaichi stimulus lands

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter It turns out Nvidia's earnings could only smother the blaze on markets for so long. 

November 21, 2025
Three-alarm fire as tech selloff resumes, Takaichi stimulus lands
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Droneshield rally unravels as executive share sales, governance issues spark brutal rout

Shares of Australian drone technology firm Droneshield tumbled 8% on Friday, deepening a two-week rout as stake sales by top executives, a contract

November 21, 2025
Droneshield rally unravels as executive share sales, governance issues spark brutal rout
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Thai government says stimulus will lift GDP in Q4 but strong baht remains a concern

Thailand's economic stability is underpinned by strong financial and fiscal fundamentals, and government stimulus measures will

November 21, 2025
Thai government says stimulus will lift GDP in Q4 but strong baht remains a concern
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan ramps up warning of yen intervention, chance of near-term rate hike

Japan on Friday escalated its warning of currency intervention and the central bank governor signalled the chance of a near-term interest rate hike

November 21, 2025
Japan ramps up warning of yen intervention, chance of near-term rate hike
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Rupee drifts higher tracking Asia FX, buoyed by interbank dollar offers

The Indian rupee firmed slightly on Friday, tracking mild gains across Asian currencies and aided by interbank dollar sales, with traders pointing to a pickup in

November 21, 2025
Rupee drifts higher tracking Asia FX, buoyed by interbank dollar offers
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bank of Japan signals chance of December rate hike as yen slides

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said he wanted "just a bit more data" on next year's wage-growth direction and warned of the boost a weak yen could have on

November 21, 2025
Bank of Japan signals chance of December rate hike as yen slides
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's exports to the world rise, but Trump's tariffs dent its shipments to the US

Japan has reported that its exports to the world rose 3.7% in October from a year earlier, while imports edged up 0.6%

November 21, 2025
Japan's exports to the world rise, but Trump's tariffs dent its shipments to the US
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

Salesforce says customer data possibly exposed following incident

Salesforce said Thursday it is investigating “unusual activity” involving Gainsight-published

November 21, 2025
Salesforce says customer data possibly exposed following incident
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan factory activity down for fifth month in November, PMI shows

Japan's manufacturing activity contracted for a fifth month in November, albeit at a slower pace than in the previous month due to a softer decline in output, a private-sector survey

November 21, 2025
Japan factory activity down for fifth month in November, PMI shows
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

EU ready to take stakes in Australian resources projects, trade commissioner says

The EU is prepared to take direct stakes in Australian critical minerals projects and will soon announce a list of projects it will support, EU Trade

November 21, 2025
EU ready to take stakes in Australian resources projects, trade commissioner says
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Paramount, Comcast and Netflix submit bids for Warner Bros Discovery, source says

Warner Bros Discovery has received preliminary buyout bids from rivals Paramount Skydance, Comcast and Netflix, a source familiar with the matter said

November 20, 2025
Paramount, Comcast and Netflix submit bids for Warner Bros Discovery, source says
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Samsung Elec names mobile chief co-CEO in return to traditional structure

Samsung Electronics said on Friday it has named its mobile chief TM Roh as a new co-CEO and head of its device experience division, which oversees the company's

November 21, 2025
Samsung Elec names mobile chief co-CEO in return to traditional structure
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Singapore Q3 GDP grows 4.2% from a year earlier; upgrades 2025 outlook

Singapore on Friday upgraded its economic outlook for 2025 as third-quarter gross domestic product growth beat market expectations and initial estimates.

November 21, 2025
Singapore Q3 GDP grows 4.2% from a year earlier; upgrades 2025 outlook
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle

How to afford a great Christmas if money’s tight this year

How to afford a great Christmas if money’s tight this year

December 05, 2024
How to afford a great Christmas if money’s tight this year
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Trinity Rodman's free agency puts focus on the NWSL's salary cap

The National Women’s Soccer League championship match could be the final league appearance for one of its most dynamic players, at least for now

November 20, 2025
Trinity Rodman's free agency puts focus on the NWSL's salary cap
Business|Economy|Finance|World

The Latest: Trump administration plans for new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts

The Trump administration has announced new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades

November 20, 2025
The Latest: Trump administration plans for new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayers

The U.S. Treasury Department plans to reclassify certain refundable tax credits as "federal public benefits," barring undocumented immigrants and some noncitizens from receiving them

November 21, 2025
Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayers
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Dramatic photos of doomed UPS plane show the aircraft on fire and its engine flying off

Frame by frame, six photos released by federal investigators capture horrifying images of ill-fated Flight 2976 as it turned into a fireball along a Kentucky airport runway

November 20, 2025
Dramatic photos of doomed UPS plane show the aircraft on fire and its engine flying off
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan exports unexpectedly strong in October as US tariff impact slows

Japan's exports rose more than expected in October for a second straight monthly gain, government data showed on Friday, underpinned by a milder

November 21, 2025
Japan exports unexpectedly strong in October as US tariff impact slows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's private REITs offer new funding path for property firms

China's nascent private REIT market has emerged as a rare bright spot for cash-strapped developers, with a record fundraising pipeline of $12

November 20, 2025
China's private REITs offer new funding path for property firms
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Foxconn, OpenAI partner on AI hardware manufacturing

Foxconn will collaborate with U.S.-based OpenAI to design and engineer data center racks, components, and other artificial intelligence hardware, the Taiwanese company said on Thursday, as

November 20, 2025
Foxconn, OpenAI partner on AI hardware manufacturing
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Foxconn to spend up to $3 billion a year on AI, chair sees China EV shakeout

Foxconn will invest $2 billion to $3 billion a year in AI, the head of the world's largest contract electronics maker told Reuters.

November 20, 2025
Foxconn to spend up to $3 billion a year on AI, chair sees China EV shakeout
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Zuckerberg, Meta directors agree to $190 million settlement of shareholder privacy case

(Corrects paragraph 9 to show its second-largest derivative settlement involving allegations that directors failed in their oversight duty in paragraph nine.

November 20, 2025
Zuckerberg, Meta directors agree to $190 million settlement of shareholder privacy case
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Trump signs order to remove tariffs from Brazilian beef, coffee

U.S.

November 20, 2025
Trump signs order to remove tariffs from Brazilian beef, coffee
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Investor challenges pile up over price of 3G Capital's Skechers deal

Investment firms holding millions of shares of footwear giant Skechers are suing for a better deal than the $63 per share price paid by 3G Capital to take

November 20, 2025
Investor challenges pile up over price of 3G Capital's Skechers deal
Business|Economy|Technology|World

FAA wants new air traffic control data system as part of overhaul

The Federal Aviation Administration said on Thursday it wants to adopt a new comprehensive system to overhaul how air traffic controllers receive flight data

November 20, 2025
FAA wants new air traffic control data system as part of overhaul
Business|Economy|World

Japan Oct core CPI rises 3.0% yr/yr

Japan's core consumer prices rose 3.0% in October from a year earlier, government data showed on Friday.

November 20, 2025
Japan Oct core CPI rises 3.0% yr/yr
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Fed's Paulson is 'cautiously' approaching December rate decision, she says 

Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Anna Paulson said on Thursday she is approaching the U.S. central bank's next meeting "cautiously," despite supporting its last two interest rate cuts

November 20, 2025
Fed's Paulson is 'cautiously' approaching December rate decision, she says 
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's core inflation accelerates in October, stays above BOJ target

Japan's core consumer prices rose 3.0% in October from a year earlier, data showed on Friday, staying above the central bank's 2% target and keeping alive expectations

November 20, 2025
Japan's core inflation accelerates in October, stays above BOJ target
Business|Economy|World

UK consumers brace for budget, GfK survey shows

British consumer confidence edged down in November but remained in its narrow range of the past six months, a survey showed on Friday, in contrast to other data that has shown more

November 21, 2025
UK consumers brace for budget, GfK survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Singapore says Q3 GDP grows 4.2% y/y, upgrades 2025 forecast

Singapore on Friday upgraded its economic outlook for 2025 as third-quarter gross domestic product growth beat market expectations and initial estimates.

November 21, 2025
Singapore says Q3 GDP grows 4.2% y/y, upgrades 2025 forecast
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US consumer watchdog seeks to transfer cases to DOJ, citing funding, sources say

The top U.S. consumer financial watchdog, which the White House refuses to fund, is seeking to move all remaining enforcement cases and litigation to the

November 20, 2025
US consumer watchdog seeks to transfer cases to DOJ, citing funding, sources say
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Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount

Federal investigators have released photos of an engine flying off a doomed UPS cargo plane that crashed after an engine flew off, killing14 people in Kentucky two weeks ago

November 20, 2025
Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida

The Trump administration is proposing new oil drilling off the California and Florida coasts for the first time in decades, as President Donald Trump seeks to expand U.S. oil production that is already leading the world

November 20, 2025
Trump administration announces plan for new oil drilling off the coasts of California and Florida
Economy|World

Trump expands tariff relief on coffee, fruit and beef from Brazil

President Donald Trump has continued loosening tariffs on Brazil to lower consumer costs for Americans

November 20, 2025
Trump expands tariff relief on coffee, fruit and beef from Brazil
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Travel|World

Colombia recovers first treasures from 300-year-old ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’

Colombia recovers first treasures from 300-year-old ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’

November 20, 2025
Colombia recovers first treasures from 300-year-old ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Stocks stuck on rollercoaster despite strong Nvidia earnings

Nvidia's strong earnings report offered only a brief reprieve for stocks on Thursday, as doubts about the return on relentless

November 20, 2025
Stocks stuck on rollercoaster despite strong Nvidia earnings
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Intuit expects quarterly revenue growth above estimates on strong financial tools demand

Intuit forecast second-quarter revenue growth above Wall Street estimates on Thursday, a sign of growing demand for its artificial intelligence-powered financial management tools.

November 20, 2025
Intuit expects quarterly revenue growth above estimates on strong financial tools demand
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Fed's Goolsbee uneasy about rate cuts, says nothing wrong with dissenting

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee on Thursday said he is uneasy about cutting interest rates in the face of too-high inflation that's steady at best and by

November 20, 2025
Fed's Goolsbee uneasy about rate cuts, says nothing wrong with dissenting
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Ross Stores lifts annual profit forecast on strong demand for discount goods

Ross Stores raised its annual profit forecast on Thursday, betting on resilient demand for its discounted apparel and accessories ahead of the holiday season amid looming

November 20, 2025
Ross Stores lifts annual profit forecast on strong demand for discount goods
Business|Economy|World

Trump tariffs to reduce US deficits by $1 trillion less than previous estimate, CBO says

President Donald Trump's tariff increases on imports from foreign countries will reduce U.S. deficits by $3 trillion if they are maintained through 2035, the non

November 20, 2025
Trump tariffs to reduce US deficits by $1 trillion less than previous estimate, CBO says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Trading Day: Nvidia sparkle vanishes, Wall Street slammed

Wall Street experienced a wild rollercoaster ride on Thursday, opening sharply higher on another set of strong results from artificial intelligence giant

November 20, 2025
Trading Day: Nvidia sparkle vanishes, Wall Street slammed
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US banks shelve $20 billion bailout plan for Argentina, WSJ reports

A planned $20 billion bailout for Argentina from JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Citigroup has been shelved as bankers pivot instead to a smaller, short-term loan package, the Wall

November 20, 2025
US banks shelve $20 billion bailout plan for Argentina, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Gap beats quarterly sales, profit estimates on marketing-driven demand

Gap beat Wall Street expectations for third-quarter comparable sales and profit on Thursday, helped by strong marketing-driven demand for its Old Navy and Banana Republic

November 20, 2025
Gap beats quarterly sales, profit estimates on marketing-driven demand
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US SEC dismisses case against SolarWinds, top security officer

The U.S.

November 20, 2025
US SEC dismisses case against SolarWinds, top security officer
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Wall Street indexes end lower after sharp reversal, tech leads drop

Wall Street stocks slid on Thursday in a sharp reversal from an early rally, as technology gains faded after a boost from Nvidia's earnings and U.S. jobs

November 20, 2025
Wall Street indexes end lower after sharp reversal, tech leads drop
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump inflames California over oil drilling plan for Pacific coast

President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday unveiled a plan for a dramatic expansion of oil and gas drilling rights auctions in U.S. waters, including in California

November 20, 2025
Trump inflames California over oil drilling plan for Pacific coast
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Restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen to be acquired by investor group, sources say

California Pizza Kitchen has signed a deal to be acquired by an investor group led by Consortium Brand Partners and including Todd Boehly's investment firm Eldridge

November 20, 2025
Restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen to be acquired by investor group, sources say
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Cracker Barrel shareholders vote to keep CEO despite logo debacle

Cracker Barrel shareholders voted Thursday to keep company CEO Julie Felss Masino in place despite a debacle over the company’s logo that continues to hurt its sales

November 20, 2025
Cracker Barrel shareholders vote to keep CEO despite logo debacle
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Technology

Donations to APFJ allow expansion of program providing resources to local and state newsrooms

The AP Fund for Journalism says donations of more than $30 million will permit an expansion of a program that provides news stories and photos to dozens of local and state newsrooms

November 20, 2025
Donations to APFJ allow expansion of program providing resources to local and state newsrooms
Economy|Environment|Political|Science

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent

November 20, 2025
Trump opens parts of Florida, California waters up to offshore oil drilling, breaking decades of precedent
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Big swings keep rocking Wall Street as US stocks drop sharply after erasing a morning surge

Big swings keep rocking Wall Street

November 20, 2025
Big swings keep rocking Wall Street as US stocks drop sharply after erasing a morning surge
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Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change

Joey Buss and Jesse Buss are no longer working in the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office after the franchise’s recent ownership change

November 20, 2025
Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change
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US judge moves to halt Trump's National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C

A federal judge on Thursday moved to halt President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., a temporary legal setback to Trump's efforts to

November 20, 2025
US judge moves to halt Trump's National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Syria sends first Swift message to New York Fed, central bank governor says

The Syrian central bank on Thursday sent its first Swift message to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, central bank Governor AbdulKader Husrieh told Reuters.

November 20, 2025
Syria sends first Swift message to New York Fed, central bank governor says
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Lucid launches cheaper variant of Gravity electric SUV to broaden appeal

Lucid Group on Thursday launched a cheaper variant of its Gravity SUV with a starting price of $79,900, as the luxury electric-vehicle maker seeks to reach a broader audience amid slowing

November 20, 2025
Lucid launches cheaper variant of Gravity electric SUV to broaden appeal
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

ASML launches technical academy in Phoenix to train in-demand engineers

Chip equipment maker ASML on Thursday launched a technical academy in Phoenix to train engineers to service the Dutch company's complex chipmaking machines. 

November 20, 2025
ASML launches technical academy in Phoenix to train in-demand engineers
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US stocks end lower, Treasury yields slide amid revived valuation concerns, Fed uncertainty

Wall Street reversed early gains on Thursday as a mixed employment report diminished hopes for further easing by the Federal Reserve this year and as worries

November 20, 2025
US stocks end lower, Treasury yields slide amid revived valuation concerns, Fed uncertainty
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Crypto's connections to the rest of the financial system

Cryptocurrency markets have surged in recent years, in part fuelled by the Trump administration's pro-crypto stance which has encouraged wider acceptance among

November 20, 2025
Crypto's connections to the rest of the financial system
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US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients

By Max A.

November 20, 2025
US lawmakers target Chinese chipmaking equipment imports by CHIPS Act grant recipients
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Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump

Mining industry access to federally owned coal in northeastern Wyoming will continue under a bill headed to President Donald Trump

November 20, 2025
Senate reversal of Biden policy that blocked Wyoming coal mining heads to Trump
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A drying-up Rio Grande basin threatens water security on both sides of the border

Researchers have completed a full accounting of water uses and losses in the Rio Grande-Bravo basin as it faces severe shortages throughout its range in the United States and Mexico

November 20, 2025
A drying-up Rio Grande basin threatens water security on both sides of the border
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

White House hits out at South African leader for 'running his mouth' over US boycott of G20

The White House has hit out at South Africa’s leader for "running his mouth" over the United States’ boycott of this weekend’s Group of 20 summit in Johannesburg

November 20, 2025
White House hits out at South African leader for 'running his mouth' over US boycott of G20
Crime|Economy|US|World

Trump administration threatens to withhold $75M from Pennsylvania over immigrant truck drivers

The Trump administration has threatened to withhold nearly $75 million in funding if Pennsylvania does not immediately revoke what the administration claims are illegally issued commercial driver’s licenses to immigrants

November 20, 2025
Trump administration threatens to withhold $75M from Pennsylvania over immigrant truck drivers
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Lifestyle

Iowa restaurant drops salads amid national lettuce price spike

Iowa restaurant drops salads amid national lettuce price spike

November 20, 2025
Iowa restaurant drops salads amid national lettuce price spike
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Man sentenced to nearly four years, ordered to repay $7.8M tied to failed KC-area hotel projects

Man sentenced to nearly four years, ordered to repay $7.8M tied to failed KC-area hotel projects

November 20, 2025
Man sentenced to nearly four years, ordered to repay $7.8M tied to failed KC-area hotel projects
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Bubble fears ease but investors still waiting for AI to live up to its promise

Fears about the artificial intelligence boom turning into an overblown bubble have diminished for now, thanks to a stellar earnings report from Nvidia

November 20, 2025
Bubble fears ease but investors still waiting for AI to live up to its promise
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Verizon is cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it works to 'reorient' entire company

Verizon is laying off over 13,000 employees as part of a major company reorientation

November 20, 2025
Verizon is cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it works to 'reorient' entire company
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Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric

November 20, 2025
Vance pleads for ‘patience’ on the economy in sharp departure from Trump’s rhetoric
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Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns

While President Donald Trump has struggled to settle on a way to address Americans’ concerns about high costs, Vice President JD Vance on Thursday offered a more direct and empathetic message, saying, “We hear you” and “there’s a lot more work to do.”

November 20, 2025
Vance says Americans need patience on prices but says 'We hear you' on affordability concerns
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Verizon cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it restructures

U.S. wireless carrier Verizon on Thursday said it will cut more than 13,000 jobs in its largest single layoff as it works to shrink costs and restructure

November 20, 2025
Verizon cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it restructures
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Scramble to 'sell Japan' sounds fiscal warning bells

Investors bailing out of the yen and Japan's government bonds have driven borrowing costs there to record highs, bending markets out of

November 20, 2025
Scramble to 'sell Japan' sounds fiscal warning bells
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Instant View: Job growth accelerated in September, unemployment rate ticks up

The pace of U.S. job growth accelerated more than expected in September, and the unemployment rate increased, indicating the labor market remained on the sluggish side, while

November 20, 2025
Instant View: Job growth accelerated in September, unemployment rate ticks up
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fed officials eye financial stability as they debate next rate move

By Ann Saphir and Michael S.

November 20, 2025
Fed officials eye financial stability as they debate next rate move
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Goldman projects $40 billion stock selling scenario over the next week

The S&P 500 index's fall below a closely watched level gave hedge funds that trade stocks on trends the green light to potentially sell almost $40 billion in

November 20, 2025
Goldman projects $40 billion stock selling scenario over the next week
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Major corporations shift listings to Nasdaq amid growing tech focus

Walmart said on Thursday it would move its longtime listing on the New York Stock Exchange to Nasdaq, joining the tech-heavy exchange as one of its most valuable members.

November 20, 2025
Major corporations shift listings to Nasdaq amid growing tech focus
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Evidence of fatigue cracks a 'major clue' in fatal UPS cargo jet crash, experts say

The National Transportation Safety Board said on Thursday it has found evidence of fatigue cracks in a key part of a UPS MD-11 cargo jet that crashed

November 20, 2025
Evidence of fatigue cracks a 'major clue' in fatal UPS cargo jet crash, experts say
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Trump team aims to ease legal hurdles to closing government office

By Courtney Rozen and Sarah N.

November 20, 2025
Trump team aims to ease legal hurdles to closing government office
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Ramaphosa says US discussing coming to G20 in South Africa, White House denies

South Africa's president said on Thursday the U.S. had signalled it might change its mind and participate in the G20 summit in Johannesburg after a boycott by the

November 20, 2025
Ramaphosa says US discussing coming to G20 in South Africa, White House denies
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Bitcoin bears dominate: odds of year-end price below $90,000 rise

The likelihood of bitcoin ending the year below $90,000 has risen to 50%, according to online options platform Derive.xyz, as traders ramped up hedging

November 20, 2025
Bitcoin bears dominate: odds of year-end price below $90,000 rise
Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 climate summit evacuated after fire disrupts negotiations

A fire that forced an evacuation of the COP30 climate summit in the Brazilian city of Belem on Thursday was under control, officials said, although it was unclear whether

November 20, 2025
COP30 climate summit evacuated after fire disrupts negotiations
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Lula taps Brazil's solicitor general for Supreme Court seat

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has appointed Solicitor General Jorge Messias to fill a vacancy on the Supreme Court, the government said in a Thursday

November 20, 2025
Lula taps Brazil's solicitor general for Supreme Court seat
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South Africa, EU sign critical minerals deal, vow to defend multilateralism

South Africa and the European Union vowed to defend multilateralism on Thursday, ahead of the G20 summit, as they signed a partnership on critical minerals.

November 20, 2025
South Africa, EU sign critical minerals deal, vow to defend multilateralism
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar firms as strong US jobs data dim Fed rate-cut expectations

The dollar firmed against most major currencies on Thursday, after losing some ground as signs of faster U.S. job growth in September suggest the Federal Reserve

November 20, 2025
Dollar firms as strong US jobs data dim Fed rate-cut expectations
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Morgan Stanley drops call for December Fed rate cut after strong jobs data

Morgan Stanley on Thursday scrapped its forecast that the U.S.

November 20, 2025
Morgan Stanley drops call for December Fed rate cut after strong jobs data
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Fed's Goolsbee repeats he is uneasy on rate cuts

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee repeated on Thursday he is "uneasy" about frontloading interest-rate cuts, particularly with progress on inflation towards the Fed's 2%

November 20, 2025
Fed's Goolsbee repeats he is uneasy on rate cuts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Central Bancompany valued at $5.26 billion in Nasdaq debut

Central Bancompany jumped 5% in its Nasdaq debut on Thursday, fetching the U.S. lender a valuation of $5.26 billion and extending this year's streak of financial firms

November 20, 2025
Central Bancompany valued at $5.26 billion in Nasdaq debut
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Oil slides as US pushes for Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Oil prices fell on Thursday as the administration of U.S.

November 20, 2025
Oil slides as US pushes for Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Business|Economy|Education|Sports

The SEC move to 9-game conference slate puts cupcake games on notice amid coach concerns

In the final weeks of the college football season, some SEC teams are enjoying a breather with easier matchups before rivalry week

November 20, 2025
The SEC move to 9-game conference slate puts cupcake games on notice amid coach concerns
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US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says

The Trump administration says it's seeing signs that its sanctions on Russian oil producers are working

November 20, 2025
US sanctions on big Russian oil firms are having their intended effect, Treasury official says
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Lobster boats must keep using tracking devices for government observation, court rules

A federal appeals court says the government can continue requiring America’s lobster fishing boats to use electronic tracking devices that report data back to authorities

November 20, 2025
Lobster boats must keep using tracking devices for government observation, court rules
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’

Russian lawmakers have passed a new bill boosting taxes for those labeled as foreign agents by the government

November 20, 2025
Lawmakers pass bill raising taxes for Russians branded as ‘foreign agents’
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Police: Woman charged for intentionally setting fire to home after being evicted in Pittsburgh's Garfield

Police: Woman charged for intentionally setting fire to home after being evicted in Pittsburgh's Garfield

November 20, 2025
Police: Woman charged for intentionally setting fire to home after being evicted in Pittsburgh's Garfield
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Walmart raises profit expectations as more Americans hunt deals in sluggish economy

Walmart delivered another standout quarter, posting strong sales and profits that blew past Wall Street expectations as it wins over more cash-strapped Americans who have grown increasing anxious about the economy

November 20, 2025
Walmart raises profit expectations as more Americans hunt deals in sluggish economy
Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump and Republicans once more face a tough political fight over Obama-era health law

President Donald Trump is once more targeting former President Barack Obama’s signature health care law, and Trump is picking a political fight before next year’s elections

November 20, 2025
Trump and Republicans once more face a tough political fight over Obama-era health law
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Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

November 20, 2025
Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Novartis sees sales boost from key cancer drugs

Swiss drugmaker Novartis on Thursday forecast sales growth of 5% to 6% per year to 2030, on a currency-adjusted basis, as higher forecast peak

November 20, 2025
Novartis sees sales boost from key cancer drugs
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China ran campaign to discredit French Rafale fighter after India-Pakistan conflict, US commission says

China ran a disinformation campaign to hurt sales of the French Rafale fighter jet after India used the planes in May for the first time against Chinese weapons

November 20, 2025
China ran campaign to discredit French Rafale fighter after India-Pakistan conflict, US commission says
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Moderna takes $1.5 billion loan, expects 10% revenue growth next year

Moderna said on Thursday it secured a five-year loan of $1.5 billion from Ares Management, as it targets up to 10% revenue growth next year.

November 20, 2025
Moderna takes $1.5 billion loan, expects 10% revenue growth next year
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Technology

Nvidia calms the horses, Fed bets evaporate

By Mike Dolan -        What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets As has often been the case over the past two years, Nvidia's forecast-beating

November 20, 2025
Nvidia calms the horses, Fed bets evaporate
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Germany can expect modest growth in Q4 as industry stabilises, Bundesbank says

Germany's economy is likely to see moderate growth in the final quarter of the year as services drive expansion and its ailing industrial sector stabilises, the Bundesbank said in

November 20, 2025
Germany can expect modest growth in Q4 as industry stabilises, Bundesbank says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Forget Musk's latest pay package, his last one could wipe out years of Tesla profits

Tesla's gaudy $1 trillion executive-compensation package for CEO Elon Musk has obscured a more pressing concern: Musk's 2018 pay package -- still tied up in court -- could

November 20, 2025
Forget Musk's latest pay package, his last one could wipe out years of Tesla profits
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Luxury sector to revive in 2026 but price hikes leave shoppers 'betrayed', Bain says

The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3% to 5% more next year after stagnating in 2025, but years of aggressive price increases have alienated customers,

November 20, 2025
Luxury sector to revive in 2026 but price hikes leave shoppers 'betrayed', Bain says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK manufacturers report sharpest drop in output since August 2020

British manufacturers reported the sharpest fall in output since August 2020 during the three months to the end of November, due to uncertainty ahead of next week's annual budget,

November 20, 2025
UK manufacturers report sharpest drop in output since August 2020
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IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance

The International Monetary Fund predicts Pakistan could lift its GDP between 5% and 6.5% over five years if it tackles corruption and deep-rooted governance failures

November 20, 2025
IMF sees 6.5% GDP upside if Pakistan fixes corruption, governance
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US posts solid job gains in September but unemployment rate rises to 4.4%

U.S. job growth accelerated in September, but the unemployment rate increased to a four-year high of 4.4% and the economy in August shed jobs for the second

November 20, 2025
US posts solid job gains in September but unemployment rate rises to 4.4%
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South African key rate lowered at first decision under new inflation target

South Africa's central bank cut its main lending rate by 25 basis points to 6.75% on Thursday at the first meeting since its

November 20, 2025
South African key rate lowered at first decision under new inflation target
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US consumers expected to use credit cards more for holiday shopping, survey says

U.S. consumers expect to rely more heavily on credit cards for shopping during the Thanksgiving holiday season, according to a survey by credit bureau TransUnion

November 20, 2025
US consumers expected to use credit cards more for holiday shopping, survey says
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EU to toughen trade stance on China as Germany pivots

The European Union will set out next month how it will square up to increased geopolitical challenges from Beijing and others amid

November 20, 2025
EU to toughen trade stance on China as Germany pivots
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KKR aims to raise $15 billion for latest Asia private equity fund, sources say

KKR is seeking $15 billion of investment in its fifth Asia private equity fund, three people with knowledge of the matter said of what would be among the region's biggest such

November 20, 2025
KKR aims to raise $15 billion for latest Asia private equity fund, sources say
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Private credit markets and stablecoins need close monitoring, G20 watchdog tells leaders

The boom in private credit markets and stablecoins warrants close monitoring, the Group of 20's financial risk watchdog told leaders ahead of their summit in South Africa.

November 20, 2025
Private credit markets and stablecoins need close monitoring, G20 watchdog tells leaders
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FTSE 100 breaks losing streak after Nvidia forecast kindles global rally

London's FTSE 100 snapped a five-day losing streak on Thursday, as defence and energy shares led a recovery amid a global rally sparked by AI bellwether Nvidia's upbeat forecast.

November 20, 2025
FTSE 100 breaks losing streak after Nvidia forecast kindles global rally
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India's infrastructure output flat in October, weakest in 14 months

India’s infrastructure output was unchanged in October from a year earlier, its weakest performance in 14 months, as declines in coal, crude oil and electricity production offset

November 20, 2025
India's infrastructure output flat in October, weakest in 14 months
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Walmart moves to Nasdaq, marking biggest-ever exchange transfer

The Nasdaq's latest get is about as "old economy" as it gets - consumer giant Walmart.

November 20, 2025
Walmart moves to Nasdaq, marking biggest-ever exchange transfer
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Abbott bets on cancer screening with $23 billion Exact Sciences deal

Abbott will buy cancer test maker Exact Sciences in a deal valued at up to $23 billion, including debt, marking one of its largest purchases in nearly

November 20, 2025
Abbott bets on cancer screening with $23 billion Exact Sciences deal
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US weekly jobless claims fall; continuing claims increase

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, but more out of work people are struggling to find new opportunities amid weak hiring.

November 20, 2025
US weekly jobless claims fall; continuing claims increase
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Fed's Hammack warns more rate cuts court financial stability risks

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack warned Thursday that cutting rates further right now carries a wide range of risks for the economy.

November 20, 2025
Fed's Hammack warns more rate cuts court financial stability risks
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Uber partners with Starship Technologies to launch robot deliveries in UK

Uber will partner with Starship Technologies to launch autonomous robot deliveries in the UK in December, with plans to expand to additional European markets next year and the U.S. in 2027,

November 20, 2025
Uber partners with Starship Technologies to launch robot deliveries in UK
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UK's Starmer to go to China at the end of January, Sky News says

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit China at the end of January, Sky News reported on Thursday, in what would be the first visit to the country by a British leader in

November 20, 2025
UK's Starmer to go to China at the end of January, Sky News says
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US stock futures extend gains on September jobs data

U.S. stock index futures extended gains on Thursday, as investors assessed a stronger-than-expected September jobs report and the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook.

November 20, 2025
US stock futures extend gains on September jobs data
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Wall Street opens sharply higher after Nvidia earnings, jobs data

Wall Street's main indexes jumped at the open on Thursday as technology stocks received a boost after Nvidia's stellar results quelled some concerns around an AI bubble, while a firm

November 20, 2025
Wall Street opens sharply higher after Nvidia earnings, jobs data
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'Stale' September jobs data is mixed news for a divided Fed

The U.S. economy added more jobs than expected in September, but a rise in the unemployment rate and downward revisions to prior months still presented an

November 20, 2025
'Stale' September jobs data is mixed news for a divided Fed
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Global tech shares surge as Nvidia's AI boom powers market rally

Global technology shares rallied on Thursday after Nvidia's blow-out quarterly results signaled that demand for artificial intelligence hardware remains strong

November 20, 2025
Global tech shares surge as Nvidia's AI boom powers market rally
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Trump's big bill will boost growth but impact muted by Fed interest rates, research shows

The Trump administration's mammoth fiscal legislation will boost economic growth next year, but the impact will be partially undercut by Federal Reserve

November 20, 2025
Trump's big bill will boost growth but impact muted by Fed interest rates, research shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Ocado's robotic future under threat as Kroger looks to Instacart

U.S. retailer Kroger's decision to close three of the eight automated warehouses it built with Ocado and expand its ties with the likes of Instacart and DoorDash

November 20, 2025
Ocado's robotic future under threat as Kroger looks to Instacart
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Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge

Bath & Body Works forecast a surprise sales decline for the crucial holiday quarter on Thursday, signalling weak appetite for scented candles and fragrances among cash-

November 20, 2025
Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Global tech shares falter as Nvidia-led rally stalls

U.S. technology stocks failed to hold on their initial gains on Thursday, as a rally driven by Nvidia ran out of steam with concerns of lofty

November 20, 2025
Global tech shares falter as Nvidia-led rally stalls
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Walmart bumps up outlook ahead of holidays, plans listing switch to Nasdaq

Walmart on Thursday raised its annual forecasts for the second time this year

November 20, 2025
Walmart bumps up outlook ahead of holidays, plans listing switch to Nasdaq
Economy|Political|Science|World

Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US

Iran has asked Saudi Arabia to persuade the U.S. to revive stalled nuclear talks, underlining Tehran's anxiety over a possible repeat of Israeli airstrikes and its

November 20, 2025
Edgy Iran seeks Saudi leverage to revive stalled nuclear talks with US
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AI boom brings fresh risks to US markets, and more money to M&A

The AI boom is bringing new risks to the financial markets as investors flock to tech stocks and executives pay steep premiums to buy AI technology they cannot

November 20, 2025
AI boom brings fresh risks to US markets, and more money to M&A
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US existing home sales increase in October

U.S. existing home sales increased in October as buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates, though rising unemployment and high home prices remain a constraint for the

November 20, 2025
US existing home sales increase in October
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SoftBank to invest $3 billion in Ohio factory for OpenAI data center, The Information reports

SoftBank plans to invest up to $3 billion to overhaul an electric vehicle facility in Lordstown, Ohio, which will produce equipment for OpenAI’s forthcoming data centers after being

November 20, 2025
SoftBank to invest $3 billion in Ohio factory for OpenAI data center, The Information reports
Business|Economy|US

US homes sales rose in October as homebuyers seized on declining mortgage rates

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes increased last month to the fastest pace since February as lower mortgage rates helped pull more homebuyers into the market

November 20, 2025
US homes sales rose in October as homebuyers seized on declining mortgage rates
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Waymo to broaden US robotaxi footprint with moves into Minneapolis, Tampa, New Orleans

Alphabet's Waymo will expand its robotaxi operations to Minneapolis, Tampa and New Orleans in the coming days, the ride-hailing service provider said on Thursday, as it accelerates the

November 20, 2025
Waymo to broaden US robotaxi footprint with moves into Minneapolis, Tampa, New Orleans
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Starbucks must face shareholder lawsuit over surprise sales decline

Starbucks must face a lawsuit claiming it defrauded shareholders by concealing declining sales in the United States and China, its largest markets, leading to a 16% drop

November 20, 2025
Starbucks must face shareholder lawsuit over surprise sales decline
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Insurance IPOs hit 20-year high on Wall Street after tariff-driven chaos

Insurance companies' first-time share sales on Wall Street hit a 20-year high this year as investors flocked to firms that were insulated from U.S.

November 20, 2025
Insurance IPOs hit 20-year high on Wall Street after tariff-driven chaos
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US FCC votes to advance wireless spectrum auction, avoid aviation standoff

The Federal Communications Commission voted 3-0 on Thursday to advance plans to auction key wireless spectrum crucial for advanced technology uses and aims to

November 20, 2025
US FCC votes to advance wireless spectrum auction, avoid aviation standoff
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US filings for jobless benefits remained in historically healthy range during government shutdown

New U.S. jobless claim applications fell last week, remaining within the healthy range of recent years, according to the government’s first weekly layoffs data since before the government shut down on Oct. 1

November 20, 2025
US filings for jobless benefits remained in historically healthy range during government shutdown
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New study shows global luxury shoppers are spurning high-end brands over steep price hikes

Global sales of personal luxury goods are expected to decline for the second consecutive year

November 20, 2025
New study shows global luxury shoppers are spurning high-end brands over steep price hikes
Business|Economy

Starbucks union says 30 more US stores are joining week-old strike

Starbucks’ union is expanding its week-old strike against the company

November 20, 2025
Starbucks union says 30 more US stores are joining week-old strike
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

The US economy added 119,000 jobs in September, but unemployment rose to a nearly four-year high

The US economy added 119,000 jobs in September, but unemployment rose to a nearly four-year high

November 20, 2025
The US economy added 119,000 jobs in September, but unemployment rose to a nearly four-year high
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The Weeknd's 'After Hours 'Til Dawn' Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says

The Weeknd’s After Hours ’Til Dawn Tour has officially crossed the $1 billion mark according to Live Nation

November 20, 2025
The Weeknd's 'After Hours 'Til Dawn' Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says
Economy|Environment

Farmers – long Trump backers – bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies

In the past, farmers have balanced their political beliefs against market logic. How much pressure can farmers endure?

November 20, 2025
Farmers – long Trump backers – bear the costs of new tariffs, restricted immigration and slashed renewable energy subsidies
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Kevin Spacey says he doesn’t have a home

Kevin Spacey says he doesn’t have a home

November 20, 2025
Kevin Spacey says he doesn’t have a home
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GE Appliances bolsters ties with US suppliers as it moves production from China to Kentucky

GE Appliances says it has awarded more than $150 million in new contracts to U.S. suppliers as a result of its decision to shift production from China to Kentucky

November 20, 2025
GE Appliances bolsters ties with US suppliers as it moves production from China to Kentucky
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Walmart just proved it’s America’s solution to the affordability crisis

Walmart just proved it’s America’s solution to the affordability crisis

November 20, 2025
Walmart just proved it’s America’s solution to the affordability crisis
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance

More than 60 delegations have met in Brussels to discuss reconstruction and governance in Gaza, focusing on reforming the Palestinian Authority

November 20, 2025
Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance
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Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli will have strategic role at Versace as executive chairman

Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli is set to play a major strategic role as executive chairman of Versace following the Prada Group's 1.25 billion-euro deal to acquire its rival

November 20, 2025
Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli will have strategic role at Versace as executive chairman
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Behind Trump defense of Saudi crown prince, a deeper US shift on human rights

When President Donald Trump defended Saudi Arabia's crown prince this week over the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist

November 20, 2025
Behind Trump defense of Saudi crown prince, a deeper US shift on human rights
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Christmas market in Germany opens after last year's deadly attack in the city of Magdeburg

The Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg has opened almost a year after a car-ramming attack killed six people

November 20, 2025
Christmas market in Germany opens after last year's deadly attack in the city of Magdeburg
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Spanish court orders Meta to pay nearly half a billion euros in damages to media outlets

Spanish legacy media companies in Spain have scored a victory against social media giant Meta after a Madrid-based court ordered that it must pay news outlets nearly half a billion euros in damages

November 20, 2025
Spanish court orders Meta to pay nearly half a billion euros in damages to media outlets
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Travel

The world’s coolest streets have been named. Here’s what locals really think

The world’s coolest streets have been named. Here’s what locals really think

November 20, 2025
The world’s coolest streets have been named. Here’s what locals really think
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Volunteer patrols and the PTA at school entrances: How some Charlotte residents are mobilizing amid the immigration crackdown

Volunteer patrols and the PTA at school entrances: How some Charlotte residents are mobilizing amid the immigration crackdown

November 20, 2025
Volunteer patrols and the PTA at school entrances: How some Charlotte residents are mobilizing amid the immigration crackdown
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As infant botulism cases climb to 31, recalled ByHeart baby formula is still on some store shelves

Health officials say at least 31 babies in 15 states have been treated for botulism as an outbreak tied to ByHeart formula continues to grow

November 19, 2025
As infant botulism cases climb to 31, recalled ByHeart baby formula is still on some store shelves
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China says trade cooperation with Japan 'severely damaged' by Taiwan comments

Trade cooperation between China and Japan has been "severely damaged", the Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday, urging the Japanese prime

November 20, 2025
China says trade cooperation with Japan 'severely damaged' by Taiwan comments
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Employment in German auto sector at lowest level in over a decade

Employment in Germany's struggling automotive sector is at its lowest level in more than a decade following the elimination of tens of thousands of jobs, said the federal statistics

November 20, 2025
Employment in German auto sector at lowest level in over a decade
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Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 

China's controlling stake in the Greek port of Piraeus, one of the largest in Europe, is not for sale, the Chinese embassy in Greece said, denouncing comments by

November 20, 2025
Greece's Piraeus port not for sale, China tells US 
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

European shares advance on Nvidia results lift; investors assess US jobs data

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 20, 2025
European shares advance on Nvidia results lift; investors assess US jobs data
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Thursday said the European Union should stop sending money to the Ukrainian government after corruption reports.

November 20, 2025
EU should stop sending money to Ukraine after corruption reports, says Hungary
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Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit

British boot brand Dr Martens warned on Thursday its full-year results would be hit by U.S. import tariffs, sending its shares down as much as 11% despite assurances that it would absorb

November 20, 2025
Bootmaker Dr Martens' shares fall as US tariffs weigh on profit
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

Philippine court convicts former mayor of human trafficking

A Philippine court has convicted a dismissed town mayor, who officials say is Chinese national, of human trafficking charges for helping establish an illegal online gaming and scam complex where hundreds of Chinese and other foreign workers where forced to conduct scams

November 20, 2025
Philippine court convicts former mayor of human trafficking
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Building an emergency fund can feel daunting, but these tips can help

Maybe your car broke down, your computer was stolen, or you had a surprise visit to urgent care

November 20, 2025
Building an emergency fund can feel daunting, but these tips can help
Business|Economy|Europe|World

ECB's Makhlouf says material outlook change is needed for rate cut

The euro zone economy is developing as expected and a compelling shift away from this path would be needed to support another European Central Bank interest rate

November 20, 2025
ECB's Makhlouf says material outlook change is needed for rate cut
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Resilient domestic economy gives India space to negotiate U.S. trade deal, sources say

India’s strong

November 20, 2025
Resilient domestic economy gives India space to negotiate U.S. trade deal, sources say
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Auterion says Rheinmetall stake to boost drone software group's growth

Auterion CEO Lorenz Meier said having German defence player Rheinmetall on board as a "significant" shareholder in the U.S.-

November 20, 2025
Auterion says Rheinmetall stake to boost drone software group's growth
Business|Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre

Alphabet's Google opened a new AI infrastructure hardware engineering centre in Taiwan on Thursday - its biggest outside of the U.S. - in what Taiwan's president said

November 20, 2025
US, Taipei laud opening of Google's new Taiwan AI engineering centre
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ policymaker leans towards rate hike despite government pushback

The Bank of Japan must keep raising real interest rates to "a state of equilibrium," board member Junko Koeda said on Thursday in the wake of renewed yen

November 20, 2025
BOJ policymaker leans towards rate hike despite government pushback
Business|Economy|World

Italy eyes first rating upgrade from Moody's in 23 years

Moody's review of Italy on Friday may yield the first rating upgrade for almost a quarter of a century, analysts say, reflecting growing confidence in the public

November 20, 2025
Italy eyes first rating upgrade from Moody's in 23 years
Asia|Economy|World

Offhand remark, symbolic suit signal long winter for Japan-China ties

An off-the-cuff remark by new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that triggered Japan's biggest bust-up in years with powerful neighbour China was not

November 20, 2025
Offhand remark, symbolic suit signal long winter for Japan-China ties
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World's richest nations are pulling back from global development efforts, study show

Two dozen of the world's richest nations, including the United States and Japan, are pulling back from their global development push, a study published on Thursday shows, with many

November 20, 2025
World's richest nations are pulling back from global development efforts, study show
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US economy likely added jobs at a moderate pace in September

U.S. job growth likely picked up moderately in September, while the unemployment rate held steady near a four-year high of 4.3%, consistent with sluggish labor

November 20, 2025
US economy likely added jobs at a moderate pace in September
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US jobs test looms after Nvidia relief

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter: It's like Christmas came early for stock traders.

November 20, 2025
US jobs test looms after Nvidia relief
Business|Economy|Education

Americans like democracy, but don't believe it or US institutions are working well, poll finds

A Kettering Foundation-Gallup poll finds that about half of U.S. adults believe democracy is functioning “very” or “moderately” poorly in the United States, while only around one-quarter think it’s doing “very” or “moderately” well

November 20, 2025
Americans like democracy, but don't believe it or US institutions are working well, poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ set to hike interest rates in December, but decision on knife-edge: Reuters poll

The Bank of Japan will raise interest rates at its upcoming December meeting, according to a slim majority of economists in a Reuters poll, pushing through with

November 20, 2025
BOJ set to hike interest rates in December, but decision on knife-edge: Reuters poll
Africa|Economy|Environment|Political|World

South Africa deploys 3,500 extra police officers and braces for protests around the G20 summit

South African authorities say they are planning for multiple protests by local and international activists around this weekend's Group of 20 world leaders summit in Johannesburg

November 19, 2025
South Africa deploys 3,500 extra police officers and braces for protests around the G20 summit
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Leaders press on with G20 summit in South Africa that won't have US and Trump

Leaders and delegates from the world’s richest nations and top developing countries are gathering this weekend for the Group of 20 summit in South Africa, an event overshadowed by the boycott of U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration

November 20, 2025
Leaders press on with G20 summit in South Africa that won't have US and Trump
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology

Larry Summers takes leave from teaching at Harvard after release of Epstein emails

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has abruptly gone on leave from teaching at Harvard University over recently released emails showing he maintained a friendly relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

November 19, 2025
Larry Summers takes leave from teaching at Harvard after release of Epstein emails
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says he does not see an AI bubble, but rather a tipping point.

November 20, 2025
Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

HSBC appoints Steve Hughes as CEO and head for Australia and New Zealand banking

HSBC has appointed Steve Hughes as CEO and head of Banking for Australia and New Zealand, effective January 1, 2026, a company spokesperson said on Thursday.

November 20, 2025
HSBC appoints Steve Hughes as CEO and head for Australia and New Zealand banking
Business|Economy|Political|World

Japan's stimulus to be worth $135 billion, largest since pandemic, draft shows

Japan's government is in the final stages of assembling a stimulus package worth 21.3 trillion yen ($135.38 billion) to help households cope with persistent

November 19, 2025
Japan's stimulus to be worth $135 billion, largest since pandemic, draft shows
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Stocks soar on Nvidia earnings relief as markets brace for US jobs data

A relief rally swept across Asian markets and lifted stocks on Thursday as investors cheered Nvidia's market-topping earnings, while the dollar ticked up

November 20, 2025
Stocks soar on Nvidia earnings relief as markets brace for US jobs data
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Arrests now top 250 in immigration crackdown across North Carolina

Federal agents have now arrested more than 250 people during an immigration crackdown in North Carolina centered around Charlotte, the state’s largest city

November 19, 2025
Arrests now top 250 in immigration crackdown across North Carolina
Business|Economy|Environment|World

China imports no US soybeans for second month, Brazil arrivals up 29%

China imported no soybeans from the U.S. for a second straight month in October even as total imports surged to a record high on purchases from South America, with buyers aiming to

November 20, 2025
China imports no US soybeans for second month, Brazil arrivals up 29%
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia central bank scrutinising three factors that could sway policy

Australia's central bank is examining three issues that could influence policy, including whether firms have changed how they set prices and whether the transmission channels for

November 20, 2025
Australia central bank scrutinising three factors that could sway policy
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House gets back to work and quickly falls into a cycle of punishing its own

The U.S. House is back in session after a multi-week hiatus

November 20, 2025
House gets back to work and quickly falls into a cycle of punishing its own
Business|Economy|Technology

Larry Summers leaves OpenAI board, Harvard instructor role as scrutiny over Epstein emails intensifies

Larry Summers leaves OpenAI board, Harvard instructor role as scrutiny over Epstein emails intensifies

November 19, 2025
Larry Summers leaves OpenAI board, Harvard instructor role as scrutiny over Epstein emails intensifies
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites

President Donald Trump says he will meet with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in Washington later this week

November 20, 2025
Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents

Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents

November 19, 2025
Former Harvard president Larry Summers steps aside from teaching as university probes Jeffrey Epstein documents
Business|Economy|Technology

China's Lenovo signs long-term component‑supply deal for next year

Lenovo said on Thursday it has signed long-term contracts for memory chips to ensure supplies amid rising memory prices because of surging AI demand.

November 20, 2025
China's Lenovo signs long-term component‑supply deal for next year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged for the sixth straight month

China left benchmark lending rates unchanged on Thursday for the sixth consecutive month in November, matching market expectations.

November 20, 2025
China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged for the sixth straight month
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US authorizes export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE

The U.S.

November 19, 2025
US authorizes export of advanced American semiconductors to companies in Saudi, UAE
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Central Bancompany raises $373 million in US IPO

Central Bancompany raised $373.33 million in its U.S. initial public offering on Wednesday, positioning the lender for its debut during a period of renewed investor scrutiny of regional

November 19, 2025
Central Bancompany raises $373 million in US IPO
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK consumer sentiment slides ahead of budget, retailers say

British consumers' optimism about the economy and their own finances recorded its sharpest fall this month since April, when many household bills increased and U.S.

November 20, 2025
UK consumer sentiment slides ahead of budget, retailers say
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment

Ohio regulators order FirstEnergy to pay more than $250 million in penalties and refunds

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio on Wednesday ordered FirstEnergy’s Ohio utilities to pay $250.7 million in penalties and refunds after an investigation linked to a bribery scandal

November 19, 2025
Ohio regulators order FirstEnergy to pay more than $250 million in penalties and refunds
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Trafigura's Nyrstar casts first antimony at South Australia plant

Trafigura unit Nyrstar said on Thursday it had started casting antimony metal in a pilot plant at its Port Pirie metals facility in South Australia, a project listed as part of the U.S.-

November 20, 2025
Trafigura's Nyrstar casts first antimony at South Australia plant
Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World

Myanmar's military says it detained foreigners in raid on a second major online scam center

Myanmar’s military government says it has extended its crackdown on online scam activities to a second major location, detaining hundreds of foreigners and seizing thousands of mobile phones used to carry out the fraud

November 19, 2025
Myanmar's military says it detained foreigners in raid on a second major online scam center
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

Democratic senator accuses Trump of playing politics with aviation safety during shutdown

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth suggested during a hearing that the Trump administration was playing politics with the aviation system during the shutdown to force an agreement to reopen the government

November 20, 2025
Democratic senator accuses Trump of playing politics with aviation safety during shutdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues

The return of Brazil’s president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to UN climate talks was hoped to spur nations to meet a self-imposed early deadline for progress on tough issues

November 19, 2025
Brazil's Lula joins negotiators at UN climate talks, but no deal yet on major issues
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Amkor shares rally in late trade, to work with Nvidia on packaging 

Shares in Amkor Technology rose more than 8% in after-the-bell trading on Wednesday during Nvidia's conference call after the AI chip leader's chief financial officer named Amkor among

November 19, 2025
Amkor shares rally in late trade, to work with Nvidia on packaging 
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Axalta investor Artisan Partners urges rejection of AkzoNobel deal

Investor Artisan Partners is unhappy with Axalta Coating Systems' plans to combine with AkzoNobel in an all-stock deal that will create a paint industry

November 19, 2025
Axalta investor Artisan Partners urges rejection of AkzoNobel deal
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Appeals court pauses order restricting use of force by immigration agents in Chicago-area crackdown

A federal appeals court is temporarily halting an order that restricts the use of force by federal immigration agents in the Chicago area, calling it “overbroad” and “too prescriptive.”

November 19, 2025
Appeals court pauses order restricting use of force by immigration agents in Chicago-area crackdown
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Nvidia's strong forecast calms AI bubble jitters, for now

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Wednesday shrugged off concerns about an AI bubble as the company surprised Wall Street with accelerating growth after

November 19, 2025
Nvidia's strong forecast calms AI bubble jitters, for now
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US Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits, WaPo reports

The Social Security Administration has scrapped a plan that would have stopped thousands of Americans from qualifying for disability benefits, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday,

November 19, 2025
US Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits, WaPo reports
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German tax revenues rise 0.5% in October, finance ministry says

Germany's federal and state government tax revenues were up slightly in October, rising 0.5% from the same month a year ago, the finance ministry said in a report on Thursday.

November 19, 2025
German tax revenues rise 0.5% in October, finance ministry says
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Buffett-owned utility reaches $150 million Oregon wildfire settlement

PacifiCorp, owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, said on Wednesday it reached a $150 million settlement with 1,434 plaintiffs who blamed the utility for

November 19, 2025
Buffett-owned utility reaches $150 million Oregon wildfire settlement
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G20 countries' medium-term growth to be weakest since 2009 crisis, IMF says

The world's 20 largest economies will grow by just 2.9% in 2030 amid headwinds from protectionism and policy uncertainty, their weakest medium-term outlook since

November 19, 2025
G20 countries' medium-term growth to be weakest since 2009 crisis, IMF says
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Biggest US power grid operator moving forward with plan to manage data centers

Operators of the U.S. electric grid covering the world's largest data center market on Wednesday said they planned to move forward with a plan to manage the connection of

November 19, 2025
Biggest US power grid operator moving forward with plan to manage data centers
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US, Saudi tout new business deals at investment forum

Saudi and U.S. officials touted billions of dollars in new investments and growing financial ties between the two countries on Wednesday, coinciding with

November 19, 2025
US, Saudi tout new business deals at investment forum
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Court orders independent probe into First Brands fraud allegations

A U.S. bankruptcy judge on Wednesday ordered an independent investigation into auto parts maker First Brands, allocating a $7 million budget to probe allegations

November 19, 2025
Court orders independent probe into First Brands fraud allegations
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APM Terminals to invest $550 million in Peru's Callao port

Dutch port operator APM Terminals will invest $550 million to expand Peru's Callao port starting in January, chief commercial officer for the company's Peru

November 19, 2025
APM Terminals to invest $550 million in Peru's Callao port
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Trump administration extends order keeping Michigan coal online past closure date

The Trump administration has once again extended the life of a Michigan coal-fired power plant

November 19, 2025
Trump administration extends order keeping Michigan coal online past closure date
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Nvidia earnings clear lofty hurdle set by analysts amid fears about an AI bubble

Nvidia’s sales of the computing chips powering the artificial intelligence craze surged beyond the lofty bar set by stock market analysts in a performance that may ease recent jitters about a Big Tech boom turning into a bust that topples the world’s most valuable company

November 19, 2025
Nvidia earnings clear lofty hurdle set by analysts amid fears about an AI bubble
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LATAM Airlines and Chilean pilots union reach contract agreement, ending strike

LATAM Airlines and pilots for the carrier in its home country of Chile have reached a contract agreement, the union said on Wednesday, bringing an end to a week-long strike.

November 19, 2025
LATAM Airlines and Chilean pilots union reach contract agreement, ending strike
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US will soon announce details of farmer payments, says agriculture secretary

The administration of President Donald Trump will soon announce details of payments to farmers hurt by low crop prices and trade disputes, Agriculture Secretary

November 19, 2025
US will soon announce details of farmer payments, says agriculture secretary
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Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials

Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials

November 19, 2025
Why the world’s richest man and the CEO of the most valuable company met with Saudi officials
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Oil settles down on renewed push to end Russia-Ukraine war

Oil prices fell on Wednesday after reports indicated the U.S. is renewing its push to end Russia's war in Ukraine and has drafted a framework for it.

November 19, 2025
Oil settles down on renewed push to end Russia-Ukraine war
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Trump says his approval ratings are down, except with 'smart people'

U.S. President Donald Trump did something on Wednesday he has rarely done: He admitted his poll numbers had gone down.

November 19, 2025
Trump says his approval ratings are down, except with 'smart people'
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Trading Day: Markets becalmed, Nvidia reports

Global stock markets were generally calm on Wednesday and wider measures of volatility eased as investors awaited U.S. chipmaker Nvidia's latest earnings,

November 19, 2025
Trading Day: Markets becalmed, Nvidia reports
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Palo Alto Networks to buy Chronosphere for $3.35 billion, raises annual forecasts

Palo Alto Networks said on Wednesday it will buy cloud management and monitoring company Chronosphere for $3.35 billion, as the cybersecurity firm looks to strengthen its AI

November 19, 2025
Palo Alto Networks to buy Chronosphere for $3.35 billion, raises annual forecasts
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US senators unveil bill to prevent export monopolies after Huawei showdown 

A bipartisan duo of U.S. senators unveiled a bill on Wednesday that directs the Commerce Department to create a level playing field when issuing export

November 19, 2025
US senators unveil bill to prevent export monopolies after Huawei showdown 
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Chinese drug trafficking suspect handed to the US by Mexico pleads not guilty in NYC

A Chinese drug trafficking suspect who escaped custody in Mexico only to be recaptured in Cuba has been turned over to the U.S. to face charges he trafficked large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl into the country

November 19, 2025
Chinese drug trafficking suspect handed to the US by Mexico pleads not guilty in NYC
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Senate committee advances a Trump-aligned pick for HHS watchdog, a role long seen as nonpartisan

A U.S. Senate committee has advanced a candidate openly supportive of President Donald Trump to be inspector general for the Department of Health and Human Services

November 19, 2025
Senate committee advances a Trump-aligned pick for HHS watchdog, a role long seen as nonpartisan
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Amid anti-immigration sentiment and policies, the US Latino population grows and cultural traditions remain

Amid anti-immigration sentiment and policies, the US Latino population grows and cultural traditions remain

November 19, 2025
Amid anti-immigration sentiment and policies, the US Latino population grows and cultural traditions remain
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MLB's new media deals with ESPN, NBC and Netflix total $800M annually

ESPN and Major League Baseball have reworked their media rights deal

November 19, 2025
MLB's new media deals with ESPN, NBC and Netflix total $800M annually
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Nvidia beats earnings expectations, even as bubble concerns mount

Nvidia beats earnings expectations, even as bubble concerns mount

November 19, 2025
Nvidia beats earnings expectations, even as bubble concerns mount
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Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a populist billionaire

Billionaire businessman and activist Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a Democrat

November 19, 2025
Tom Steyer is running for California governor as a populist billionaire
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Trump says allowing skilled immigrants to train US workers 'is MAGA'

President Donald Trump is again expressing support for skilled immigrants training U.S. workers in high-tech factories

November 19, 2025
Trump says allowing skilled immigrants to train US workers 'is MAGA'
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Nvidia's earnings attest to its leadership in the AI race. By the numbers

Nvidia reported more eye-catching numbers for its fiscal third quarter Wednesday, with net income jumping 65% and revenue increasing 62% from a year earlier

November 19, 2025
Nvidia's earnings attest to its leadership in the AI race. By the numbers
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Wall Street swings through another erratic day ahead of a couple of crucial tests

The U.S. stock market swung through another unsettled day of trading, ahead of a couple of crucial tests for Wall Street

November 19, 2025
Wall Street swings through another erratic day ahead of a couple of crucial tests
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New Orleans may be next as immigration enforcement expands in North Carolina. Here’s what we know

New Orleans may be next as immigration enforcement expands in North Carolina. Here’s what we know

November 19, 2025
New Orleans may be next as immigration enforcement expands in North Carolina. Here’s what we know
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New commissioner Kessler lays out 2026 schedule and a plan to get LPGA on the right path

Craig Kessler is painting an optimistic future for the LPGA Tour

November 19, 2025
New commissioner Kessler lays out 2026 schedule and a plan to get LPGA on the right path
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AI-focused developers help fuel New York City life, city agency chief says

New York City companies focused on artificial intelligence, which rely on human interaction to grow, are boosting office leasing and inspiring the return of workers

November 19, 2025
AI-focused developers help fuel New York City life, city agency chief says
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Trump's semiconductor tariff plan likely delayed, officials say

U.S. officials are privately saying that they might not levy long-promised semiconductor tariffs soon, potentially delaying a

November 19, 2025
Trump's semiconductor tariff plan likely delayed, officials say
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Wall St ends higher in anticipation of jobs data, Nvidia tops estimates

U.S. stocks climbed on Wednesday, clawing back some ground lost during the recent selloff as investors positioned themselves ahead of Nvidia's much-anticipated

November 19, 2025
Wall St ends higher in anticipation of jobs data, Nvidia tops estimates
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Germany will not reach defence spending target of 3.5% in 2029

Germany will not hit its own 3.5% defence spending target in 2029, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Wednesday, as the country ramps up spending in the wake of Russia's war

November 19, 2025
Germany will not reach defence spending target of 3.5% in 2029
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Wall Street indexes end rocky session higher; Nvidia gains after hours  

U.S. stocks ended a choppy session higher on Wednesday, bouncing off recent losses as technology stocks rose ahead of Nvidia's quarterly results.

November 19, 2025
Wall Street indexes end rocky session higher; Nvidia gains after hours  
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Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has resigned from Santander's international advisory board he currently chaired, a Santander spokesperson said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Larry Summers resigns from Santander's advisory board, spokesperson says
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Axalta investor Artisan Partners: Say 'no' to AkzoNobel deal

Investor Artisan Partners is unhappy with Axalta Coating Systems' plan to combine with AkzoNobel in an all-stock deal that would create a paint industry

November 19, 2025
Axalta investor Artisan Partners: Say 'no' to AkzoNobel deal
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Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit

President Donald Trump is counting on the tech sector and artificial intelligence to drive his economic agenda

November 19, 2025
Trump's economy depends on AI for growth, a reality made clear in Saudi crown prince's US visit
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Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species

November 19, 2025
Trump moves to strip protections for endangered and threatened species
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What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report

What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report

November 19, 2025
What to expect in Thursday’s jobs report
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Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates

Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates

November 19, 2025
Trump teases he’ll fire Bessent if Fed doesn’t cut interest rates
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Novartis to build manufacturing hub in North Carolina, creating 700 jobs

Novartis will expand its operations in North Carolina and build a manufacturing hub there as part of a planned $23 billion of U.S. infrastructure investment over the next five years,

November 19, 2025
Novartis to build manufacturing hub in North Carolina, creating 700 jobs
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US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race

U.S. lawmakers cautioned against ushering in a nuclear arms race in the Middle East after the United States and Saudi Arabia said they signed an initial

November 19, 2025
US lawmakers say any civil nuclear deal with Saudi must not create arms race
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AI set to redefine shopping and payments, Affirm CEO says

Max Levchin, CEO and co-founder of Affirm, which offers buy now, pay later plans, said artificial intelligence is poised to transform shopping by taking over human tasks and

November 19, 2025
AI set to redefine shopping and payments, Affirm CEO says
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Fed minutes show broad support for ending quantitative tightening

By Michael S.

November 19, 2025
Fed minutes show broad support for ending quantitative tightening
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US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s

U.S.

November 19, 2025
US secures $1 trillion Saudi spending commitments spanning nuclear energy to F-35s
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Many Fed policymakers at last meeting were opposed to December rate cut

A divided Federal Reserve cut interest rates last month even as policymakers cautioned that doing so could risk entrenched inflation and a loss of public

November 19, 2025
Many Fed policymakers at last meeting were opposed to December rate cut
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US canceling October's employment report after shutdown prevented data collection

The U.S.

November 19, 2025
US canceling October's employment report after shutdown prevented data collection
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Labor Department won't release full October jobs report, a casualty of the 43-day federal shutdown

The Labor Department said Wednesday that it will not be releasing a full jobs report for October because the 43-day federal government shutdown meant it couldn’t calculate the unemployment rate and some other key numbers

November 19, 2025
Labor Department won't release full October jobs report, a casualty of the 43-day federal shutdown
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Fed minutes: Most officials supported more rate cuts but not necessarily in December

A majority of Federal Reserve policymakers expressed support in late October for further interest rate cuts, though not all committed to making the reduction at their next meeting in December, according to minutes released Wednesday

November 19, 2025
Fed minutes: Most officials supported more rate cuts but not necessarily in December
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House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats

The House has voted to reprimand Illinois Rep. Chuy Garcia over an eyebrow-raising succession plan for his congressional seat

November 18, 2025
House reprimands Illinois congressman over succession plan, angering Democrats
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UN children's agency to move majority of jobs out of Geneva and New York following funding cuts

The majority of staff jobs at the United Nations children's agency in Geneva and New York will be relocated to cheaper locations, as the

November 19, 2025
UN children's agency to move majority of jobs out of Geneva and New York following funding cuts
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Trump administration may delay biofuel import credit cuts as refiners balk

President Donald Trump's administration is considering delaying for one or two years its proposed cuts in incentives for imported biofuels amid pressure from U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump administration may delay biofuel import credit cuts as refiners balk
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Adobe, Qualcomm partner with Humain on generative AI for Middle East

Adobe and Qualcomm said on Wednesday they are partnering with Humain, the artificial intelligence firm backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, to

November 19, 2025
Adobe, Qualcomm partner with Humain on generative AI for Middle East
Business|Economy

Bank of Canada urges coordinated approach to boost weak productivity

The Bank of Canada on Wednesday called for a coordinated economy-wide approach to boost weak productivity, an issue it said was becoming more pressing in

November 19, 2025
Bank of Canada urges coordinated approach to boost weak productivity
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Aramco signs preliminary US deals worth more than $30 billion

Oil giant Saudi Aramco said on Wednesday it had signed 17 preliminary deals with U.S. companies with a potential overall value of more than $30 billion, during a visit to

November 19, 2025
Aramco signs preliminary US deals worth more than $30 billion
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Saudi crown prince hosted at friendlier US Congress

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with members of Congress at the U.S.

November 19, 2025
Saudi crown prince hosted at friendlier US Congress
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Cuba struggles to ease power cuts amid reduced fuel supplies from Venezuela, Mexico

Cuba's imports of crude and fuel in the first 10 months of the year fell more than a third compared with the same period of 2024 as key allies

November 19, 2025
Cuba struggles to ease power cuts amid reduced fuel supplies from Venezuela, Mexico
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Muddy waters' Carson Block says he is long Snowline Gold Corp

Muddy Waters' founder Carson Block said on Wednesday he has taken a long position in Canadian gold miner Snowline Gold Corp, marking a departure for the famed short seller.

November 19, 2025
Muddy waters' Carson Block says he is long Snowline Gold Corp
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Trump again criticizes Fed's Powell, says 'I'd love to fire his ass'

U.S.

November 19, 2025
Trump again criticizes Fed's Powell, says 'I'd love to fire his ass'
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Caught on camera: Story County Sheriff’s Office releases jaw-dropping video of drunk driving crash

Caught on camera: Story County Sheriff’s Office releases jaw-dropping video of drunk driving crash

November 19, 2025
Caught on camera: Story County Sheriff’s Office releases jaw-dropping video of drunk driving crash
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SEC lacks first-round NFL talent in 2026 because players have not met expectations, evaluator says

Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks is returning to the field in hopes of impressing NFL scouts

November 19, 2025
SEC lacks first-round NFL talent in 2026 because players have not met expectations, evaluator says
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Trump nominates new CFPB director, but White House says agency is still closing

President Trump has nominated Stuart Levenbach as the next director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

November 19, 2025
Trump nominates new CFPB director, but White House says agency is still closing
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Nominee for US deputy ambassador to UN calls for reforms at 'ineffective' global body

President Donald Trump’s nominee to be U.S. deputy ambassador to the United Nations has urged “bold reform” of what she calls the “bloated, unfocused and ineffective” global organization

November 19, 2025
Nominee for US deputy ambassador to UN calls for reforms at 'ineffective' global body
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Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner

Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner

November 19, 2025
Jessica Tisch accepts Zohran Mamdani’s offer to remain New York police commissioner
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Thousands of Tunisian doctors strike, say health system close to collapse

Thousands of young doctors went on strike across Tunisia on Wednesday to demand higher pay and warn of an impending collapse of the health system, part of a broader

November 19, 2025
Thousands of Tunisian doctors strike, say health system close to collapse
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AMD, Cisco and Saudi's Humain launch AI joint venture, land first major customer

By Max A.

November 19, 2025
AMD, Cisco and Saudi's Humain launch AI joint venture, land first major customer
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Christian tech platform Gloo fetches $586 million valuation in Nasdaq debut

Christian-focused tech platform Gloo was valued at $586 million as its shares opened flat in their Nasdaq debut on Wednesday, adding to a string of lukewarm listings

November 19, 2025
Christian tech platform Gloo fetches $586 million valuation in Nasdaq debut
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Kraken confidentially files for IPO as crypto firms eye listings before 2026 midterms

Kraken, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, said on Wednesday it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the U.S

November 19, 2025
Kraken confidentially files for IPO as crypto firms eye listings before 2026 midterms
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UK to ban the resale of tickets for profit to protect fans

Britain said on Wednesday it would ban the resale of tickets to concerts, sport and other live events for profit, disrupting ticket touts and the platforms that benefit from their

November 19, 2025
UK to ban the resale of tickets for profit to protect fans
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Dollar extends gains vs yen as traders await US jobs report

The dollar strengthened against the yen on Wednesday and the Japanese currency fell to a 10-month low, while Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama declared that

November 19, 2025
Dollar extends gains vs yen as traders await US jobs report
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Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying

Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying

November 19, 2025
Analysis: Trump keeps lying while accusing others of lying
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The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation

Both the House and Senate have acted decisively to pass a bill forcing the Justice Department to release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

November 18, 2025
The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation
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Top Ukrainian ministers submit their resignations as the country is rocked by a corruption scandal

Ukraine’s justice and energy ministers submitted their resignations amid a major embezzlement and kickbacks scandal involving the state nuclear power company

November 12, 2025
Top Ukrainian ministers submit their resignations as the country is rocked by a corruption scandal
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The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production

The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production

November 19, 2025
The Netherlands takes a big step to defuse its dispute with China that threatened car production
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Takeaways from Trump's White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: Deals and bromance

A jovial President Donald Trump has held a warm and friendly meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House

November 18, 2025
Takeaways from Trump's White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: Deals and bromance
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European shares flat; investors brace for Nvidia results

By Anastasiia Kozlova, Johann M Cherian and Tharuniyaa .

November 19, 2025
European shares flat; investors brace for Nvidia results
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Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government

Kosovo lawmakers have failed to elect a new government meaning that the country is heading for an early election

November 19, 2025
Kosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government
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Schneider Electric seals $2.3 billion in US data centre deals to power AI boom

Schneider Electric said on Wednesday it had signed new deals worth almost $2.3 billion with two U.S. data centre operators, as surging adoption of artificial

November 19, 2025
Schneider Electric seals $2.3 billion in US data centre deals to power AI boom
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US shoppers find Thanksgiving relief on turkey, but feel the pinch on pricier side dishes

Deep discounting by U.S. retailers on turkeys pushed the cost of the traditional Thanksgiving dinner lower for a third straight year, while costs for side dishes

November 19, 2025
US shoppers find Thanksgiving relief on turkey, but feel the pinch on pricier side dishes
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Gaza storms bring flooding, sewage and misery in tent camps

Crammed into flimsy tent camps hard up against the seashore, Gazans have been flooded by heavy rain and storm surges in recent days, destroying some shelters

November 19, 2025
Gaza storms bring flooding, sewage and misery in tent camps
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MP Materials to build Saudi rare earths refinery with Pentagon, Maaden

MP Materials said on Wednesday it would build a rare earths refinery in Saudi Arabia with the U.S.

November 19, 2025
MP Materials to build Saudi rare earths refinery with Pentagon, Maaden
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A health center closure in New England town reveals toll of federal cuts on rural communities

Medicaid cuts are being blamed for the closure of a community health center in New Hampshire's White Mountains

November 19, 2025
A health center closure in New England town reveals toll of federal cuts on rural communities
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U.S. trade deficit drops 24% in August as Trump's tariffs reduce imports

The U.S. trade deficit fell by nearly 24% in August as President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs pushed imports lower

November 19, 2025
U.S. trade deficit drops 24% in August as Trump's tariffs reduce imports
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Man self-funds homeless shelter, says need is urgent

Man self-funds homeless shelter, says need is urgent

November 19, 2025
Man self-funds homeless shelter, says need is urgent
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US trade deficit narrows sharply in August in boost to third-quarter GDP

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed more than expected in August as businesses imported fewer goods against the backdrop of higher tariffs, a trend that if

November 19, 2025
US trade deficit narrows sharply in August in boost to third-quarter GDP
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Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says

Uranium enrichment is not part of the deal on civil nuclear energy reached with Saudi Arabia, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Uranium enrichment not part of civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, US energy secretary says
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White House move gives budget director more time to eliminate consumer finance agency

The White House has nominated a director to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a legal maneuver that buys Acting Director Russell Vought more time

November 19, 2025
White House move gives budget director more time to eliminate consumer finance agency
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Wall Street opens higher as Nvidia test looms

Wall Street's main indexes opened slightly higher on Wednesday following sharp losses earlier in the week, as investors set their eyes on Nvidia's earnings which could prove to be a make-or

November 19, 2025
Wall Street opens higher as Nvidia test looms
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US Census Bureau to release Sept retail sales, durable goods orders reports next week

The U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau said on Wednesday it would publish both September retail sales and food services and durable goods orders reports next week.

November 19, 2025
US Census Bureau to release Sept retail sales, durable goods orders reports next week
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Easing regulations could lead to smaller Fed balance sheet, Miran says

By Michael S.

November 19, 2025
Easing regulations could lead to smaller Fed balance sheet, Miran says
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Fed's Miran calls for exempting Treasuries from bank leverage rule

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Wednesday called for regulators to exempt U.S.

November 19, 2025
Fed's Miran calls for exempting Treasuries from bank leverage rule
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Quarterly profit slide at Target hints at a challenging holiday season for the retailer

Target’s third-quarter profit tumbled as the retailer struggles to lure shoppers that are being pressed by stubbornly high inflation

November 19, 2025
Quarterly profit slide at Target hints at a challenging holiday season for the retailer
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Crypto was booming. Now it's melting down.

Just six weeks after notching a record high above $126,000, bitcoin has plummeted more than 26%. CNN's Phil Mattingly looks into what might be driving the crypto malaise.

November 18, 2025
Crypto was booming. Now it's melting down.
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New sanctions target Russian web hosting service over suspected ransomware operations

The United States, Britain and Australia have announced sanctions against a Russia-based web hosting service for allegedly running ransomware operations

November 19, 2025
New sanctions target Russian web hosting service over suspected ransomware operations
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Europe could get Cypriot natural gas by 2027, president says

The president of Cyprus says some of the estimated 20 trillion cubic feet of natural gas discovered in waters off the island nation could reach European markets as soon as 2027

November 19, 2025
Europe could get Cypriot natural gas by 2027, president says
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Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF

Investors pulled roughly $523 million from BlackRock's flagship iShares Bitcoin Trust on Tuesday, according to data from Farside Investors, marking the

November 19, 2025
Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF
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Ukraine fires two ministers as corruption crisis spreads anger

Ukrainian lawmakers fired two ministers ensnared in a major corruption probe on Wednesday and called for more sweeping measures to restore faith in the

November 19, 2025
Ukraine fires two ministers as corruption crisis spreads anger
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Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns

Denmark's ruling Social Democratic Party suffered big losses in municipal elections, official results showed on Wednesday, less than

November 19, 2025
Danish Social Democrats lose ground in local polls on cost-of-living, welfare concerns
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe

EU-Mercosur trade deal still needs work to be acceptable for France, says government

A trade deal negotiated between the European Union and the South American trade bloc Mercosur is still not acceptable for France in its current form, a French government spokesperson

November 19, 2025
EU-Mercosur trade deal still needs work to be acceptable for France, says government
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Target plans another $1 billion investment to jumpstart sagging sales

Target reported a bigger-than-expected drop in comparable sales on Wednesday and offered a wide range of profit outcomes for its holiday quarter, as

November 19, 2025
Target plans another $1 billion investment to jumpstart sagging sales
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Lowe's trims annual forecasts but quarterly profit beat lifts shares

Lowe's Cos signaled a strong start to the fourth quarter after topping profit estimates, but followed Home Depot in projecting muted annual earnings and sales as budget-

November 19, 2025
Lowe's trims annual forecasts but quarterly profit beat lifts shares
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Adobe bolsters AI marketing tools with $1.9 billion Semrush buy

Adobe will acquire software platform Semrush for $1.9 billion, the companies said on Wednesday, as the Photoshop maker looks to strengthen its marketing tools and attract

November 19, 2025
Adobe bolsters AI marketing tools with $1.9 billion Semrush buy
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European defence stocks fall on signs of U.S. push over Ukraine war

European aerospace and defence stocks fell more than 3% on Wednesday on signs of a fresh U.S.-led push to end the Russia-Ukraine war, which also lifted Ukraine's government bonds.

November 19, 2025
European defence stocks fall on signs of U.S. push over Ukraine war
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David Beckham signs sports partnership deal with Bank of America

Former England soccer captain David Beckham signed a multi-year partnership with Bank of America to promote global sports programs ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

November 19, 2025
David Beckham signs sports partnership deal with Bank of America
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US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup

International tourism to the U.S. could get a much-needed boost from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a sluggish 2025, when visitors stayed away amid unease over President

November 19, 2025
US tourism expected to score big with FIFA World Cup
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Trade between Latin America and the Caribbean due to grow in 2025 despite US tariff policy,  ECLAC report shows 

Trade between Latin America and the Caribbean will likely grow in 2025 despite broad U.S. tariffs across the region, which have had a weaker impact than initially

November 19, 2025
Trade between Latin America and the Caribbean due to grow in 2025 despite US tariff policy,  ECLAC report shows 
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How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops

Wealthy countries promised billions of dollars to help developing nations adapt to climate change, but the result rests on a shaky foundation of fuzzy accounting.

November 19, 2025
How climate finance to help poor countries became a global shell game – donors have counted fossil fuel projects, airports and even ice cream shops
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Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race

Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race

November 19, 2025
Tom Steyer, the billionaire Democratic activist, enters California governor’s race
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Target may have hit rock bottom

Target may have hit rock bottom

November 19, 2025
Target may have hit rock bottom
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UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted

Britain has warned Russia it is ready to handle any incursion into its territory after the spy ship Yantar was detected near U.K. waters

November 19, 2025
UK warns Russia it's ready to deal with any incursion after spy ship is spotted
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Singapore woos growth firms with plans to make SGX-Nasdaq dual listing easier

Singapore's central bank said on Wednesday it would make it easier for companies to establish dual listings on the Singapore Exchange and the

November 19, 2025
Singapore woos growth firms with plans to make SGX-Nasdaq dual listing easier
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Implementation of lower US tariffs on Switzerland targeted in coming days

The United States and Switzerland are working towards implementing a reduction in U.S. tariffs on Switzerland to 15% from 39% in the coming days, the Swiss government said after it

November 19, 2025
Implementation of lower US tariffs on Switzerland targeted in coming days
Economy|Europe|Political

UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not rule out extending an income tax threshold freeze when asked about it on Wednesday, amid ongoing speculation about finance minister Rachel

November 19, 2025
UK PM Starmer does not rule out extending income tax threshold freeze
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Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents

Lithuania will reopen its border crossings with Belarus, ending a closure imposed in response to airspace disruptions by smugglers' balloons, the Baltic republic

November 19, 2025
Lithuania to reopen Belarus border after balloon incidents
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G20 financial watchdog backs modernising regulations

Modernising regulations, aligning rules around stablecoins and keeping tabs on ballooning debt and private credit markets are next year's top priorities, global

November 19, 2025
G20 financial watchdog backs modernising regulations
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Amundi's Mortier worried about Fed independence, cautious on megacap stocks

Damage to the independence of the U.S.

November 19, 2025
Amundi's Mortier worried about Fed independence, cautious on megacap stocks
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Brazilian lender BRB to hire audit firm to investigate facts linked to Banco Master

Brazilian state-run bank BRB said on Wednesday that its board decided to hire a specialized external audit firm to investigate the facts related to a police operation which

November 19, 2025
Brazilian lender BRB to hire audit firm to investigate facts linked to Banco Master
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TJ Maxx parent TJX raises annual forecast as deal-focused shoppers drive demand

TJX Cos raised annual sales and profit forecasts on Wednesday, betting that a wide sourcing network and fresh seasonal assortments will attract bargain-hunting customers to its off-price

November 19, 2025
TJ Maxx parent TJX raises annual forecast as deal-focused shoppers drive demand
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France obtains freeze of Dubai properties linked to drug trafficking, minister says

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to seize around 40 Dubai apartments and luxury villas suspected of being linked to drug trafficking in France, French Justice Minister Gerald

November 19, 2025
France obtains freeze of Dubai properties linked to drug trafficking, minister says
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AI is about to face an enormous test. The market is already nervous

AI is about to face an enormous test. The market is already nervous

November 19, 2025
AI is about to face an enormous test. The market is already nervous
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Fed minutes expected to detail a policy divide that may be deepening

The minutes of the U.S. central bank's October 28-29 meeting could provide more insight on Wednesday into the depth of the divide that has emerged among

November 19, 2025
Fed minutes expected to detail a policy divide that may be deepening
Economy|World

Japan policymakers agree to watch market with 'strong sense of urgency', yen weakens

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda and key economic ministers in the country's new government have agreed to watch market developments with a "

November 19, 2025
Japan policymakers agree to watch market with 'strong sense of urgency', yen weakens
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What Fed cut? US repo rates still high as liquidity tightens into year-end

The cost of U.S. overnight funding in the repo market has stayed stubbornly high and is expected to remain elevated going into year

November 19, 2025
What Fed cut? US repo rates still high as liquidity tightens into year-end
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Archer partners with Saudi entities to develop and test air taxi operations

Archer Aviation said on Wednesday it has signed a deal with The Helicopter Company and luxury developer Red Sea Global, both owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, to develop, test

November 19, 2025
Archer partners with Saudi entities to develop and test air taxi operations
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Boeing blunts flydubai fleet setback with new jet order

Boeing hit back at the Dubai Airshow with a provisional order for 75 of its 737 MAX jets from flydubai on Wednesday, a day after the

November 19, 2025
Boeing blunts flydubai fleet setback with new jet order
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Tech rout pauses for Nvidia, Japan jarred

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Anticipation of AI giant Nvidia's results after today's closing bell allowed Wall

November 19, 2025
Tech rout pauses for Nvidia, Japan jarred
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Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’

Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’

November 19, 2025
Ro Khanna explains how he helped engineer the vote that ‘ripped MAGA apart’
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China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates

China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates

November 19, 2025
China warns there is ‘no market’ for Japanese seafood exports as spat over Taiwan comments escalates
Economy|Environment|Technology|World

China's diesel trucks are shifting to electric. That could change global LNG and diesel demand

China is rapidly replacing its aging diesel trucks with electric models, signaling a major shift in the world’s largest vehicle market

November 19, 2025
China's diesel trucks are shifting to electric. That could change global LNG and diesel demand
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK inflation drops to 4-month low, paving way for December rate cut

Inflation in the U.K. fell to a four-month low in October, raising expectations of another Bank of England interest rate cut next month

November 19, 2025
UK inflation drops to 4-month low, paving way for December rate cut
Africa|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Chinese premier's visit to Zambia focuses on reviving a Cold War-era railway to help mineral access

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is making a two-day visit to the southern African nation of Zambia that will focus on the $1.4 billion refurbishment of a Cold War-era railway line to further improve China’s access to critical minerals

November 19, 2025
Chinese premier's visit to Zambia focuses on reviving a Cold War-era railway to help mineral access
Economy|Education|Europe|World

Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why

Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why

November 19, 2025
Denmark’s hardline immigration laws have caught Britain’s eye. Here’s why
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Nvidia shift to smartphone-style memory could double server-memory prices by end-2026

Nvidia's move to use smartphone-style memory chips in its artificial intelligence servers could cause server-memory prices to double by late 2026, according to a

November 19, 2025
Nvidia shift to smartphone-style memory could double server-memory prices by end-2026
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Emirates reveals order for 8 Airbus A350-900

Dubai's Emirates revealed a previously undisclosed order for eight Airbus A350-900 jets on Wednesday, a day after ruling out an immediate order for larger A350-1000 aircraft.

November 19, 2025
Emirates reveals order for 8 Airbus A350-900
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Flydubai CEO says range and size drove Airbus jet order

The CEO of flydubai said on Wednesday the carrier had picked Airbus A321neo jets at the Dubai Airshow this week

November 19, 2025
Flydubai CEO says range and size drove Airbus jet order
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UK house price rises slow in year to September

British house prices in September were 2.6% higher than a year earlier, the smallest annual rise since May and down from an upwardly revised increase of 3.1% in August, figures from

November 19, 2025
UK house price rises slow in year to September
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ECB set to hold rates through 2026 on steady economic outlook: Reuters poll

The European Central Bank will hold interest rates at least until the end of 2026, according to a majority of economists polled by Reuters, who also expected the

November 19, 2025
ECB set to hold rates through 2026 on steady economic outlook: Reuters poll
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Australia expects more allies to sign up to its critical minerals reserve

Australia is seeing more interest in its strategic critical minerals reserve from allies including the European Union since it signed a deal

November 19, 2025
Australia expects more allies to sign up to its critical minerals reserve
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FlyDubai orders 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in deal worth $13 billion as Emirates buys Airbus A350s

FlyDubai says it has ordered 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in a $13 billion deal

November 19, 2025
FlyDubai orders 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in deal worth $13 billion as Emirates buys Airbus A350s
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South Africa inflation lifts slightly ahead of close rate call

South African inflation rose slightly in October, but by less than expected, prompting analysts to predict Thursday's interest rate

November 19, 2025
South Africa inflation lifts slightly ahead of close rate call
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West scrambles to fill heavy rare earth gap as China rivalry deepens

The West's push to build a home-grown magnets supply chain to reduce its reliance on China - led by massive U.S. backing for Nevada-based MP Materials - is running

November 19, 2025
West scrambles to fill heavy rare earth gap as China rivalry deepens
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Wall Street banks ignite rush for Indian rupee rally wagers tied to trade deal optimism

Offshore investors are using options to position for a potential rally in the Indian rupee, encouraged by Wall Street banks promoting strategies

November 19, 2025
Wall Street banks ignite rush for Indian rupee rally wagers tied to trade deal optimism
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Iran releases Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and crew it seized last week

Iran has released a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and its 21 crew members, days after seizing the ship without explanation

November 19, 2025
Iran releases Marshall Islands-flagged tanker and crew it seized last week
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Travel|World

Japanese seafood caught up in escalating diplomatic dispute with China

China has indicated it will ban all imports of Japanese seafood, two government officials in Tokyo said on Wednesday, in

November 19, 2025
Japanese seafood caught up in escalating diplomatic dispute with China
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Euro zone's current account surplus widens on trade

The euro zone's current account surplus widened a touch in September as the goods surplus increased, offsetting a modest drop in the trade of services, data from the European

November 19, 2025
Euro zone's current account surplus widens on trade
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

South Korea readies incentives for long-term stock investment, FX stability

South Korea plans to unveil incentives for long-term stock investors, while making efforts to ensure foreign exchange stability, its finance minister said on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
South Korea readies incentives for long-term stock investment, FX stability
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Brookfield launches $100 billion AI infrastructure program with Nvidia

Brookfield Asset Management launched a $100 billion artificial intelligence infrastructure program in partnership with Nvidia and Kuwait Investment Authority, the Canadian company said on

November 19, 2025
Brookfield launches $100 billion AI infrastructure program with Nvidia
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UK consumer price inflation eases to 3.6% in October

British inflation slowed last month for the first time since May, official figures showed on Wednesday, offering some relief to the government

November 19, 2025
UK consumer price inflation eases to 3.6% in October
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Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death

A spike in support for Spain's far right is reviving memories of late dictator Francisco Franco and burnishing his legacy among disaffected young

November 19, 2025
Far-right uptick in Spain raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death
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Chinese premier makes landmark Zambia trip as West vies for investment foothold

Zambia will host a Chinese premier on Wednesday for the first time in 28 years as the sub-Saharan state emerges from a financial crisis, with Beijing eager to access

November 19, 2025
Chinese premier makes landmark Zambia trip as West vies for investment foothold
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Hush falls over markets ahead of Nvidia

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Financial markets hit a holding pattern ahead of chipmaker Nvidia's earnings later on Wednesday.

November 19, 2025
Hush falls over markets ahead of Nvidia
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China expected to keep rates steady for sixth month as PBOC turns less dovish

China is expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged for a sixth consecutive month in November, a Reuters survey showed, after the central bank signalled less urgency for

November 19, 2025
China expected to keep rates steady for sixth month as PBOC turns less dovish
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month

Ukraine is pushing European allies to take a political decision to release a proposed $163-billion loan based on frozen Russian state assets next month, as it frets

November 19, 2025
Ukraine pushes for political decision from EU on frozen assets next month
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High-stakes budget in store for edgy UK markets

Britain's markets face a major test in next week's budget, with the outlook for bonds, stocks and sterling all hinging on Finance

November 19, 2025
High-stakes budget in store for edgy UK markets
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Star Entertainment in Australia fails performance hurdles for seventh straight year

Embattled Australian casino operator Star Entertainment said on Wednesday that long-term performance rights awarded to its top executives and managers have lapsed for the seventh

November 19, 2025
Star Entertainment in Australia fails performance hurdles for seventh straight year
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Musk’s xAI in advanced talks to raise $15 billion at $230 billion valuation, WSJ reports

Elon Musk’s artificial-intelligence startup xAI is in advanced talks to raise $15 billion in fresh equity at a valuation of $230 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.

November 19, 2025
Musk’s xAI in advanced talks to raise $15 billion at $230 billion valuation, WSJ reports
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Elon Musk, Jensen Huang to talk AI at US-Saudi investment forum

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will take part in a discussion on advances in artificial intelligence and technology at a U.S.-Saudi Arabia

November 19, 2025
Elon Musk, Jensen Huang to talk AI at US-Saudi investment forum
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World

Japan counts cost of China's travel boycott as tensions flare

Within days of China urging its citizens not to travel to Japan due to a diplomatic dispute, Tokyo-based tour operator East Japan International

November 19, 2025
Japan counts cost of China's travel boycott as tensions flare
Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports

The Trump administration has been secretly formulating a new plan to end the war in Ukraine in consultation with Russia, Axios reported Tuesday, citing U.S. and

November 19, 2025
White House working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan, Axios reports
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Leaving border camps for orchards, Myanmar refugees join Thai workforce

Tun Min Lat climbs a bamboo ladder in the longan orchards of eastern Thailand, moving from tree to tree as he plucks the juicy tropical fruit in the sweltering heat

November 19, 2025
Leaving border camps for orchards, Myanmar refugees join Thai workforce
Economy|Political|Technology|Travel|World

Bipartisan bill aims to pay air traffic controllers during future shutdowns

The flight disruptions during the record government shutdown have inspired a rare act of bipartisanship

November 19, 2025
Bipartisan bill aims to pay air traffic controllers during future shutdowns
Business|Economy|Environment

Appeals court pauses California law requiring companies to report climate-related financial risk

A federal appeals court has paused a California law that requires companies that do business in the state and make more than $500 million a year to report how climate change could hurt them financially

November 18, 2025
Appeals court pauses California law requiring companies to report climate-related financial risk
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UK pay settlements rise to highest in 2025, Brightmine says

Median pay settlements granted by British employers in the three months to the end of October

November 19, 2025
UK pay settlements rise to highest in 2025, Brightmine says
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Loose wire led to power outage before March 2024 Baltimore ship crash, NTSB says

The NTSB said on Tuesday a loose wire caused a power failure on the 984-foot cargo ship Dali, leading to its March 2024 collision with Baltimore’s Francis

November 18, 2025
Loose wire led to power outage before March 2024 Baltimore ship crash, NTSB says
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australian wage growth steady in Q3, supports rate pause view

Australian wages grew at a steady pace in the third quarter, driven by public sector pay gains, adding to a string of upbeat data that reinforces expectations the

November 19, 2025
Australian wage growth steady in Q3, supports rate pause view
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Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was at the White House on Tuesday as President Donald Trump hosted a glitzy dinner to honor Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

November 18, 2025
Soccer superstar Ronaldo joins Saudi crown prince during a White House visit
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Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data

Ten Democratic secretaries of state are asking the Trump administration to provide more information about its efforts to seek voter registration data

November 19, 2025
Democratic state election officials demand answers on Justice Department's requests for voter data
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Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist

President Donald Trump is dismissing U.S. intelligence findings that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman likely had some culpability in the the 2018 killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi

November 18, 2025
Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist
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Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh

Federal agents have expanded their North Carolina immigration crackdown to the area around the state capital of Raleigh

November 18, 2025
Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh
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WNBA's latest CBA proposal would put max salary over $1.1M with revenue sharing, AP source says

The WNBA’s latest collective bargaining proposal would include revenue sharing with a maximum salary of more than $1.1 million available to more than one player per team growing each year, according to a person familiar with the negotiations

November 19, 2025
WNBA's latest CBA proposal would put max salary over $1.1M with revenue sharing, AP source says
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Brazil's Congress approves spending cut measures, caps tax credit for companies

Brazilian Congress on Tuesday approved a bill that includes spending-containment measures and limits on companies' use of tax credits, which were previously struck down when a

November 18, 2025
Brazil's Congress approves spending cut measures, caps tax credit for companies
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US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule

By Courtney Rozen and Sarah N.

November 18, 2025
US federal workers would lose whistleblower safeguards under Trump rule
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Trump says visiting Saudi crown prince knew nothing about Khashoggi killing, contradicting US intel

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says visiting Saudi crown prince knew nothing about Khashoggi killing, contradicting US intel
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What to know about the F-35 fighter jet that Trump is selling to Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump says he's agreed to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia despite concerns that China could gain access to the plane’s vaunted American technology

November 19, 2025
What to know about the F-35 fighter jet that Trump is selling to Saudi Arabia
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food

Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food

November 18, 2025
Scientists criticize food manufacturers for massive profits from sales of unhealthy ultraprocessed food
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Federal Reserve releases new guidance for bank oversight in move praised by industry

The Federal Reserve’s top banking regulator on Tuesday released new guidelines for the agency’s supervision of the financial system, earning praise from industry trade groups and criticism from her predecessor

November 18, 2025
Federal Reserve releases new guidance for bank oversight in move praised by industry
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Warner Bros Discovery wants Paramount to raise its offer to $30 per share, Axios reports

Warner Bros Discovery's board wants Paramount Skydance to sweeten its latest bid of $23.5 per share to about $30 apiece, Axios reported on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

November 18, 2025
Warner Bros Discovery wants Paramount to raise its offer to $30 per share, Axios reports
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Mexico's ASUR buys Motiva's Latin American airports in $2.2 billion deal

Mexico's Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR) signed a contract to buy the airport portfolio of Brazilian infrastructure operator Motiva for 11.5 billion

November 18, 2025
Mexico's ASUR buys Motiva's Latin American airports in $2.2 billion deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Pershing Square's Ackman says Fannie-Freddie IPO 'not feasible or desirable' now

Pershing Square Capital Management founder Bill Ackman said on Tuesday that proposals to sell a piece of the U.S. mortgage agencies Fannie Mae

November 18, 2025
Pershing Square's Ackman says Fannie-Freddie IPO 'not feasible or desirable' now
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ANZ CEO says bank needs cultural change to fix ongoing mistakes

ANZ Group CEO Nuno Matos on Wednesday told lawmakers the embattled lender needed a cultural overhaul and to be accountable for its mistakes, as the bank faces

November 18, 2025
ANZ CEO says bank needs cultural change to fix ongoing mistakes
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the U.S. must have one federal standard for regulating artificial intelligence, saying the technology risked being over-

November 18, 2025
Trump warns against AI 'overregulation,' says US needs to have one federal standard
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Foreign demand for US Treasuries slips in September, but Japan steps up buying

Foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries slipped in September, data from the Treasury Department showed on Tuesday, declining for the first time in six months.

November 18, 2025
Foreign demand for US Treasuries slips in September, but Japan steps up buying
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down

Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down

November 18, 2025
Why it feels like your favorite websites keep going down
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Trump doubles down on redistricting in Indiana even as lawmakers rebuke special session

President Donald Trump continues to call on Indiana lawmakers to redraw the state's congressional boundaries, even as state senators do not have enough votes to do so

November 18, 2025
Trump doubles down on redistricting in Indiana even as lawmakers rebuke special session
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US Mint presses final pennies as production ends after more than 230 years

The U.S. has ended production of the penny

November 12, 2025
US Mint presses final pennies as production ends after more than 230 years
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it has loaned Constellation Energy Corp $1 billion to restart its nuclear reactor at a Pennsylvania plant formerly

November 18, 2025
US loans Constellation $1 billion for Three Mile Island reactor reboot
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The Education Department is dismantling. Here's what that means

The Education Department is breaking off several of its main offices and giving their responsibilities to other federal agencies, an early look at how President Donald Trump could fulfill his campaign pledge to close the department entirely

November 18, 2025
The Education Department is dismantling. Here's what that means
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Whirlpool sues to block Samsung, LG microwave imports in patent dispute

Whirlpool on Tuesday asked a U.S. trade agency to block the import and sale of microwaves from rival manufacturers based in South Korea and China, alleging they

November 18, 2025
Whirlpool sues to block Samsung, LG microwave imports in patent dispute
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Trump approval falls to lowest of his term over prices and Epstein files, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to 38%, the lowest since his return to power, with Americans unhappy about his handling of the high cost

November 18, 2025
Trump approval falls to lowest of his term over prices and Epstein files, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Ukraine plans $44 billion claim against Russia for wartime emissions

Ukraine plans to seek nearly $44 billion from Russia for the damage linked to an increase in climate-warming emissions from the ongoing war, a government

November 18, 2025
Ukraine plans $44 billion claim against Russia for wartime emissions
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Kering must downsize, reduce Gucci exposure and chase synergies, CEO de Meo says in memo 

Kering's return to growth will require reducing its reliance on struggling flagship Gucci, further scaling back its store network and chasing more synergies, Chief

November 18, 2025
Kering must downsize, reduce Gucci exposure and chase synergies, CEO de Meo says in memo 
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Spirit Airlines unions agree to pay cuts for flight attendants, pilots

The unions representing Spirit Airlines pilots and flight attendants said on Tuesday that they have reached an agreement with the company for pay and benefits

November 18, 2025
Spirit Airlines unions agree to pay cuts for flight attendants, pilots
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US states can intervene to challenge HPE's $14 billion Juniper acquisition

A group of U.S. states can intervene in a case over Hewlett-Packard Enterprise's $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, which the U.S.

November 18, 2025
US states can intervene to challenge HPE's $14 billion Juniper acquisition
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Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans

A federal court on Tuesday blocked Texas from using a new congressional map intended to flip several Democratic-held U.S.

November 18, 2025
Court blocks new Texas congressional map drawn by Republicans
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Crypto exchange Kraken valued at $20 billion in latest funding round

Crypto exchange Kraken said on Tuesday it was valued at $20 billion in its latest fundraise, a 33% increase in under two months, as digital market firms continue to attract investor

November 18, 2025
Crypto exchange Kraken valued at $20 billion in latest funding round
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FACT FOCUS: There's no proof each strike on alleged drug boats saves 25,000 lives, as Trump claims

President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed that strikes on suspected drug boats his administration began carrying out in September in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean are saving hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. from fatal drug overdoses

November 18, 2025
FACT FOCUS: There's no proof each strike on alleged drug boats saves 25,000 lives, as Trump claims
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L3Harris to invest $400 million to expand solid rocket motor production in Arkansas

Defense supplier L3Harris Technologies said on Tuesday it will invest $400 million in a new solid rocket motor production campus in Arkansas, marking one of the largest such expansions in

November 18, 2025
L3Harris to invest $400 million to expand solid rocket motor production in Arkansas
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Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers steps down from public commitments after Epstein emails

Former U.S. Treasury Secretary and current Harvard professor Larry Summers says he'll step back from public commitments after the release of emails showing he maintained a friendly relationship with Jeffrey Epstein long after the financier pleaded guilty to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl

November 18, 2025
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers steps down from public commitments after Epstein emails
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Caribbean nations tell UK: Help us 'clean up mess' you made

A delegation from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) reparations commission visiting London for the first time urged Britain on Tuesday to help Caribbean nations "

November 18, 2025
Caribbean nations tell UK: Help us 'clean up mess' you made
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US charges ex-investment banker, 7 others in global insider-trading scheme

U.S. prosecutors on Tuesday unveiled charges against eight men accused of belonging to a global network that made tens of millions of dollars trading on inside

November 18, 2025
US charges ex-investment banker, 7 others in global insider-trading scheme
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Trading Day: Stock selloff snowballs, Japan wobbles

The tech-induced selloff across global stocks accelerated on Tuesday and soft U.S. labor market indicators also weighed on Wall Street, while fiscal

November 18, 2025
Trading Day: Stock selloff snowballs, Japan wobbles
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Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump

Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump

November 18, 2025
Venezuela’s opposition leader publishes ‘freedom manifesto’ from hiding as Maduro opens door to dialogue with Trump
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Big Ten denies Michigan regent's claim of coercion over $2.4 billion investment plan

The Big Ten Conference has denied claims by a University of Michigan regent that Commissioner Tony Petitti threatened the school over a $2.4 billion investment plan

November 18, 2025
Big Ten denies Michigan regent's claim of coercion over $2.4 billion investment plan
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Stocks drop after another jarring day as worries about too-high prices keep dogging Nvidia, bitcoin

U.S. stocks fell again following a sell-off that swept Europe and Asia

November 18, 2025
Stocks drop after another jarring day as worries about too-high prices keep dogging Nvidia, bitcoin
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Sharp disagreements over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut

What was once seen as a near-certain cut in interest rates next month now looks more like a coin flip as Federal Reserve officials sharply disagree over the economy’s health and whether stubborn inflation or weak hiring represent a bigger threat

November 18, 2025
Sharp disagreements over economy threaten Federal Reserve interest rate cut
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Why crypto is melting down and stocks keep falling

Why crypto is melting down and stocks keep falling

November 18, 2025
Why crypto is melting down and stocks keep falling
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Brazil central bank shuts Banco Master as police detain top investor

Brazil's central bank on Tuesday effectively halted operations of mid-sized lender Banco Master, which had struggled in recent months with

November 18, 2025
Brazil central bank shuts Banco Master as police detain top investor
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Detroit Three CEOs, Tesla VP asked to testify at US Senate hearing

The CEOs of the Detroit Three automakers and a senior Tesla executive have been invited to appear at a Jan.

November 18, 2025
Detroit Three CEOs, Tesla VP asked to testify at US Senate hearing
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US stocks lose ground, gold resumes its climb as risk appetite sours

Wall Street stocks closed sharply lower on Tuesday, extending a selloff prompted in part by the run-up to Nvidia earnings, which could test the artificial

November 18, 2025
US stocks lose ground, gold resumes its climb as risk appetite sours
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US data center demand raising power risks this winter, regulator says  

Rising power demand driven by data centers is shrinking U.S. electricity supplies and increasing the risk of energy shortages if extreme winter weather strikes this year,

November 18, 2025
US data center demand raising power risks this winter, regulator says  
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Oil settles up 1% on Russia sanctions, interviews for next US Fed chair

Oil prices settled higher on Tuesday after a choppy session as traders weighed the impact of Western sanctions on Russian oil flows, as well as U.S.

November 18, 2025
Oil settles up 1% on Russia sanctions, interviews for next US Fed chair
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US Bureau of Labor Statistics says Sept producer price index due out Nov 25

The U.S. producer price index for September will be released on November 25 while the import and export price indexes for the same month will be issued on December 3, the Bureau of Labor

November 18, 2025
US Bureau of Labor Statistics says Sept producer price index due out Nov 25
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Jamaica faces $9.5 billion finance gap to rebuild after Melissa

Jamaica spent years building a pot of

November 18, 2025
Jamaica faces $9.5 billion finance gap to rebuild after Melissa
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Kroger to close three automated delivery fulfillment sites, incur $2.6 billion charge

Kroger will close three automated delivery fulfillment facilities and record an impairment charge of about $2.6 billion in its third quarter, as the U.S. grocer

November 18, 2025
Kroger to close three automated delivery fulfillment sites, incur $2.6 billion charge
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UK's Reeves to increase spending on benefits in next week's budget, Telegraph reports

Britain's finance minister, Rachel Reeves, is set to boost spending on benefits in her annual budget, which will be announced next week, the Telegraph reported on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
UK's Reeves to increase spending on benefits in next week's budget, Telegraph reports
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WestJet Airlines CEO sees progress on Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, rolls out non-US routes

WestJet Airlines remains on track to take its first 737 MAX 10 jet by the end of 2026, following progress by Boeing in bringing the plane to market, as the Canadian

November 18, 2025
WestJet Airlines CEO sees progress on Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, rolls out non-US routes
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Brazilian retailers Magazine Luiza, Americanas announce e-commerce partnership

Brazilian retailers Magazine Luiza and Americanas announced an e-commerce partnership on Tuesday and will each start selling their products on the other's respective retail

November 18, 2025
Brazilian retailers Magazine Luiza, Americanas announce e-commerce partnership
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Market slide frays investors' nerves with AI trade, rate-cut doubts

The biggest U.S. stocks pullback in months is fraying investors' nerves ahead of tests to two underpinnings of the market's record-breaking rally: the artificial

November 18, 2025
Market slide frays investors' nerves with AI trade, rate-cut doubts
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Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department

The U.S. Education Department is handing off some of its biggest grant programs to other federal agencies as the Trump administration accelerates its plan to shut down the department

November 18, 2025
Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department
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Final resting place set for the historic SS United States to become an artificial reef off Florida

A historic ocean liner will become the world’s largest artificial reef after it’s sunk off Florida’s Gulf Coast early next year

November 18, 2025
Final resting place set for the historic SS United States to become an artificial reef off Florida
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A misplaced wire label caused a power outage on a massive container ship, sending it crashing into a bridge, the NTSB finds

A misplaced wire label caused a power outage on a massive container ship, sending it crashing into a bridge, the NTSB finds

November 18, 2025
A misplaced wire label caused a power outage on a massive container ship, sending it crashing into a bridge, the NTSB finds
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Amazon, Google named by EU among 'critical' tech providers for finance industry

European Union regulators on Tuesday designated 19 technology companies, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud and Microsoft, as critical third-party

November 18, 2025
Amazon, Google named by EU among 'critical' tech providers for finance industry
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How Big Tech is faring against US antitrust lawsuits

A federal judge ruling that Meta Platforms does not hold an illegal social media monopoly handed Big Tech its first decisive win against the antitrust crackdown started in

September 02, 2025
How Big Tech is faring against US antitrust lawsuits
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FDIC countersues Capital One over Silicon Valley, Signature bank collapses

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation filed a lawsuit accusing Capital One of paying nearly $100 million less than it should have to help bail out depositors of

November 18, 2025
FDIC countersues Capital One over Silicon Valley, Signature bank collapses
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Exxon joins Chevron in pursuing parts of Lukoil global empire, sources say

U.S. oil major Exxon Mobil has joined rival Chevron Corp in considering options to buy parts of sanctioned Russian oil

November 18, 2025
Exxon joins Chevron in pursuing parts of Lukoil global empire, sources say
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US airline group urges Congress to pay controllers during future shutdowns

The head of a trade group representing major U.S. airlines will call on Wednesday for permanently ending aviation disruptions during government shutdowns by

November 18, 2025
US airline group urges Congress to pay controllers during future shutdowns
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Meta defeats antitrust case over Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions

Facebook parent company Meta Platforms defeated a U.S. attempt to unwind its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp on Tuesday when a federal judge ruled

November 18, 2025
Meta defeats antitrust case over Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions
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Meta prevails in historic FTC antitrust case, won't have to break off WhatsApp, Instagram

Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp after a judge ruled that the company does not hold a monopoly in social networking

November 18, 2025
Meta prevails in historic FTC antitrust case, won't have to break off WhatsApp, Instagram
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Cloudflare resolves outage that impacted thousands, ChatGPT, X and more

A widely used Internet infrastructure company said that it has resolved an issue that led to outages impacting users of everything from ChatGPT and the online game, “League of Legends,” to the New Jersey Transit system early Tuesday

November 18, 2025
Cloudflare resolves outage that impacted thousands, ChatGPT, X and more
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Meta scores a win after judge rules the social media giant is not an illegal monopoly

Meta scores a win after judge rules the social media giant is not an illegal monopoly

November 18, 2025
Meta scores a win after judge rules the social media giant is not an illegal monopoly
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NTSB finds 2 blackouts struck huge cargo ship before it crashed into Baltimore bridge

Federal investigators say the loss of electrical power from a loose wire caused a huge cargo ship to lose propulsion and steering before crashing into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse last year and killing six construction workers

November 18, 2025
NTSB finds 2 blackouts struck huge cargo ship before it crashed into Baltimore bridge
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Bank of England to cut interest rates in December and again in Q1 2026

The Bank of England will cut interest rates in December and again early next year as inflation cools over coming months, according to a majority of economists in

November 18, 2025
Bank of England to cut interest rates in December and again in Q1 2026
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Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure

Microsoft and Nvidia plan to invest in Anthropic under a new tie-up that includes a $30 billion commitment by the Claude maker to use Microsoft's cloud services, the latest

November 18, 2025
Microsoft, Nvidia to invest in Anthropic as Claude maker commits $30 billion to Azure
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After deadly accident, Freeport aims to restart Grasberg copper production by July

Freeport-McMoRan said on Tuesday it plans to restore production at Indonesia's Grasberg copper and gold mine by July after a fatal incident forced operations to halt two months ago.

November 18, 2025
After deadly accident, Freeport aims to restart Grasberg copper production by July
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Trump says he has 'nothing to do with the family business'

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says he has 'nothing to do with the family business'
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Waymo launches fully autonomous robotaxis in Miami, to expand to four more US cities

Alphabet's Waymo began operating fully autonomous vehicles in Miami on Tuesday, kicking off the expansion of its ride-hailing service to more U.S. cities as it races to cement its lead in

November 18, 2025
Waymo launches fully autonomous robotaxis in Miami, to expand to four more US cities
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Allegiant pilots demand pay raise, better schedules in pickets at US airports

Allegiant Air pilots picketed at 22 U.S. airports on Tuesday, demanding higher pay and better scheduling as labor contract talks with the carrier have stalled

November 18, 2025
Allegiant pilots demand pay raise, better schedules in pickets at US airports
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Trump says his administration has started interviews for next Fed chair

U.S.

November 18, 2025
Trump says his administration has started interviews for next Fed chair
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US unemployment rolls swelled between mid-September and mid-October

The number of Americans on jobless benefits surged between mid-September and mid-October, government data showed on Tuesday, suggesting an elevated unemployment

November 18, 2025
US unemployment rolls swelled between mid-September and mid-October
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Here's what's in the opioid settlement against OxyContin maker Purdue and the Sackler family

A bankruptcy court judge has approved the settlement of thousands of lawsuits against Purdue Pharma, maker of the powerful prescription painkiller OxyContin

November 18, 2025
Here's what's in the opioid settlement against OxyContin maker Purdue and the Sackler family
Economy|Technology|World

Russia plans new tax on electronics to boost its defence capacity

Russia is planning a new tax on electronics, primarily imported and consumer items, with $2.7 billion in proceeds earmarked to support the domestic electronics industry, including in

November 18, 2025
Russia plans new tax on electronics to boost its defence capacity
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US corporate credit spreads widen as equities market falls

U.S. corporate credit spreads widened on Monday as the U.S. stock market closed below a key technical indicator for the first time in months. 

November 18, 2025
US corporate credit spreads widen as equities market falls
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Google launches Gemini 3, embeds AI model into search immediately

Alphabet's Google on Tuesday launched the latest version of its artificial intelligence model Gemini, emphasizing that the new capabilities will be immediately

November 18, 2025
Google launches Gemini 3, embeds AI model into search immediately
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Microsoft launches tracker to manage autonomous AI in the workplace

In Microsoft's view, humans are not the only ones to manage in a workplace. Artificial intelligence needs a manager, too.

November 18, 2025
Microsoft launches tracker to manage autonomous AI in the workplace
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Fed's Barkin looks forward to more economic clarity as data flow resumes

Richmond Federal Reserve President Thomas Barkin said on Tuesday he hopes coming data and ongoing community interviews will help clarify where the

November 18, 2025
Fed's Barkin looks forward to more economic clarity as data flow resumes
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Elliott builds stake in Barrick Mining, source says

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a significant stake in Barrick Mining, a source familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Elliott builds stake in Barrick Mining, source says
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Bitcoin rebounds after falling below $90,000, a 7-month low

Bitcoin was trading slightly higher on Tuesday after hitting a seven-month low below $90,000, finding buyers in a market where some

November 18, 2025
Bitcoin rebounds after falling below $90,000, a 7-month low
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Dollar clings to gains vs. yen with Japan fiscal policy, US data in focus

The dollar held modest gains against the yen after touching a fresh 9-1/2-month high on Tuesday, and edged up versus the euro as investors worried about Japan’s fiscal

November 18, 2025
Dollar clings to gains vs. yen with Japan fiscal policy, US data in focus
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MacArthur Foundation awards $100M to outbreak surveillance network, a boost amid global health cuts

The MacArthur Foundation is awarding $100 million to a private pandemic prevention network across Africa, offering critical support to infectious disease surveillance at a time when governments are deprioritizing global health spending

November 18, 2025
MacArthur Foundation awards $100M to outbreak surveillance network, a boost amid global health cuts
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S&P 500 ends down for a 4th day as valuation worries weigh, Home Depot drops

U.S. stocks ended lower on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 putting in a fourth straight session of losses as valuation worries hit big technology-related shares

November 18, 2025
S&P 500 ends down for a 4th day as valuation worries weigh, Home Depot drops
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S&P 500's slip below key technical level may foreshadow deeper setback, LPL says

The S&P 500's drop below a closely watched technical threshold could signal a deeper pullback ahead, research from LPL Financial showed on Tuesday,

November 18, 2025
S&P 500's slip below key technical level may foreshadow deeper setback, LPL says
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Kroger closing automated fulfillment centers as it tries to make delivery faster and cheaper

Kroger said Tuesday it’s closing three automated fulfillment centers as part of an effort to make its delivery operations faster and more profitable

November 18, 2025
Kroger closing automated fulfillment centers as it tries to make delivery faster and cheaper
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Microsoft partners with Anthropic and Nvidia in cloud infrastructure deal

Microsoft has announced a partnership with AI company Anthropic and chipmaker Nvidia

November 18, 2025
Microsoft partners with Anthropic and Nvidia in cloud infrastructure deal
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Google unveils Gemini's next generation, aiming to turn its search engine into a 'thought partner'

Google is unleashing Gemini’s next generation of artificial intelligence in its dominant search engine and other popular online services in the high-stakes battle to create technology that people can trust to enlighten them and manage tedious tasks

November 18, 2025
Google unveils Gemini's next generation, aiming to turn its search engine into a 'thought partner'
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HP seeking $1.8 billion from Mike Lynch's estate after UK Autonomy lawsuit

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking nearly $1.8 billion from the estate of the late Mike Lynch over HP's acquisition of his British tech firm Autonomy, the U.S.

November 18, 2025
HP seeking $1.8 billion from Mike Lynch's estate after UK Autonomy lawsuit
Economy|Finance|World

Eswatini received $5.1 million to accept US deportees, minister says

Eswatini received $5.1 million from the U.S. government under a deal to accept third-country nationals deported by the Trump administration, its finance

November 18, 2025
Eswatini received $5.1 million to accept US deportees, minister says
Business|Economy|World

US factory orders rebound as expected in August

New orders for U.S.-manufactured goods rebounded in August, though business spending on equipment was not as strong as initially thought.

November 18, 2025
US factory orders rebound as expected in August
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Renault to produce two new Geely-based cars in Brazil

Renault Group will produce two new cars in Brazil in the second half of 2026, using the base of its Chinese partner Geely's vehicles, as it further expands in a high growth market, it said

November 18, 2025
Renault to produce two new Geely-based cars in Brazil
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Global oil refining profits surge and may stay strong

Global refining margins have hit multi-year highs in November due to sanctions on Russia, refinery outages and

November 18, 2025
Global oil refining profits surge and may stay strong
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Gulf bourses track global selloff as Fed rate cut hopes fade

Most Gulf stock markets slipped on Tuesday, tracking declines in global equities as diminishing odds of an interest rate cut by the U.S.

November 18, 2025
Gulf bourses track global selloff as Fed rate cut hopes fade
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US, Saudi deals expected on defense, nuclear energy, AI - senior US administration official

The United States and Saudi Arabia were expected to announce deals on Tuesday that include defense sales, cooperation on civil nuclear energy and a multibillion dollar investment

November 18, 2025
US, Saudi deals expected on defense, nuclear energy, AI - senior US administration official
Business|Economy|US|World

US jobless benefits rolls in mid-October were the highest since August, Labor Dept says

The number of Americans receiving unemployment benefits stood at a two-month high in mid-October at the time when the Labor Department would have been conducting its survey of U.S.

November 18, 2025
US jobless benefits rolls in mid-October were the highest since August, Labor Dept says
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Intuit strikes $100 million deal to integrate OpenAI models into financial tools

Intuit said on Tuesday it has signed a multi-year deal worth more than $100 million with OpenAI to use the ChatGPT maker's artificial intelligence models to power AI agents across its apps

November 18, 2025
Intuit strikes $100 million deal to integrate OpenAI models into financial tools
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens lower as valuation concerns, rate-cut jitters linger

Wall Street's main indexes fell at the open on Tuesday, as concerns over lofty equity valuations and dimming chances of an interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve weighed on sentiment,

November 18, 2025
Wall St opens lower as valuation concerns, rate-cut jitters linger
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Bitcoin drops below $90,000 for the first time since April then rebounds

Bitcoin briefly fell below $90,000 overnight as investors sell once high-flying assets like cryptocurrencies and artificial intelligence stocks

November 18, 2025
Bitcoin drops below $90,000 for the first time since April then rebounds
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Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank

Paschal Donohoe resigned as Irish finance minister and Eurogroup president on Tuesday to take up a senior World Bank role, a surprise decision that

November 18, 2025
Ireland's Donohoe resigns as finance minister and Eurogroup chief to join World Bank
Business|Economy|World

Lukoil's international assets and potential buyers

Russia's Lukoil is selling its international assets after the U.S. imposed sanctions on the company.

November 18, 2025
Lukoil's international assets and potential buyers
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Billionaire Cari Tuna on why the organization she started will offer free advice to other donors

For more than 15 years, San Francisco-based billionaire Cari Tuna has strived to do the most good with the money she gives away

November 18, 2025
Billionaire Cari Tuna on why the organization she started will offer free advice to other donors
Africa|Economy|Health|Political|Science|World

Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot

Eswatini has become the first African country to receive lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection that global health officials call a game-changer

November 18, 2025
Eswatini is the first African country to get twice-yearly HIV prevention shot
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Russian lawmakers approve tax hike bill to boost economy as the war with Ukraine nears 4 years

Russian lawmakers have endorsed new tax hikes as Moscow tries to boost its economy during its almost four-year war with Ukraine

November 18, 2025
Russian lawmakers approve tax hike bill to boost economy as the war with Ukraine nears 4 years
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

Amazon's Zoox robotaxis service to give free rides in San Francisco as its expansion accelerates

Amazon’s Zoox will start giving free robotaxi rides through parts of San Francisco as it accelerates its attempt to challenge Waymo’s early lead in the race to transport passengers cities in self-driving vehicles

November 18, 2025
Amazon's Zoox robotaxis service to give free rides in San Francisco as its expansion accelerates
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

Nissan to cut more output at Kyushu plant on chip supply troubles

Japan's Nissan will cut production by another 1,400 vehicles at its Kyushu plant next week, as the fallout from chip supply disruptions linked to Chinese-owned

November 18, 2025
Nissan to cut more output at Kyushu plant on chip supply troubles
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Artificial intelligence sparks debate at COP30 climate talks in Brazil

Artificial intelligence is being cast as both a hero and a villain at the U.N. climate talks in Brazil

November 18, 2025
Artificial intelligence sparks debate at COP30 climate talks in Brazil
Business|Economy|World

Glencore cuts Century Aluminum stake to 33% after tariff-driven rally

Glencore has cut its stake in Century Aluminum by 10% to 33%, raking in millions following

November 18, 2025
Glencore cuts Century Aluminum stake to 33% after tariff-driven rally
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Rostec says defence exports halved since 2022 as Russian orders dominated

Russian state conglomerate Rostec said on Tuesday that its defence exports fell by half since 2022 as domestic orders became a priority amid the fighting in Ukraine, but expects

November 18, 2025
Rostec says defence exports halved since 2022 as Russian orders dominated
Crime|Economy|World

Hasina's death sentence sets stage for volatile Bangladesh vote

By Krishna N.

November 18, 2025
Hasina's death sentence sets stage for volatile Bangladesh vote
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Spain targets budget deficit of 2.1% of GDP in 2026

Spain aims to achieve a budget deficit of 2.1% of its gross domestic product next year, down from 2.5% projected for this year, Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo said on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Spain targets budget deficit of 2.1% of GDP in 2026
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Opinions split over AI bubble after billions invested

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai said on Tuesday that no company would be unscathed if the artificial intelligence boom collapses, as concerns mount that multibillion-dollar investments in the

October 16, 2025
Opinions split over AI bubble after billions invested
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

AI accounting startup Maxima raises $41 million in Kleiner Perkins-backed round

Artificial intelligence startup Maxima has raised about $41 million from investors including Redpoint Ventures and Kleiner Perkins as it looks to automate accounting for

November 18, 2025
AI accounting startup Maxima raises $41 million in Kleiner Perkins-backed round
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Africa expert panel proposes a new G20 debt refinancing initiative

The Group of 20 major economies should team up with the International Monetary Fund and others to launch a new debt refinancing plan for low-

November 18, 2025
Africa expert panel proposes a new G20 debt refinancing initiative
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BoE's Pill does not expect much shift in rate view given high pay growth

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Tuesday that he did not expect his view on interest rates to shift much in the near term, saying

November 18, 2025
BoE's Pill does not expect much shift in rate view given high pay growth
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COP30 presidency draws up early draft of deal text

Brazil's COP30 presidency has drawn up a draft of a possible deal.

November 18, 2025
COP30 presidency draws up early draft of deal text
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Sirius XM taps PVH's finance chief Zac Coughlin

Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein parent PVH'schief financial officer, Zac Coughlin, will be leaving at the end of the year to join audio entertainment company Sirius XM , the

November 18, 2025
Sirius XM taps PVH's finance chief Zac Coughlin
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Tanzania may struggle to secure funding due to its battered image, president says

Tanzania's ability to secure funding from international institutions may face challenges due to its tarnished global reputation, President Samia Suluhu Hassan said on Tuesday, while

November 18, 2025
Tanzania may struggle to secure funding due to its battered image, president says
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Canadian housing starts fall more than expected in October

Canadian housing starts fell 17% in October from the previous month, data from the national housing agency showed on Tuesday.

November 18, 2025
Canadian housing starts fall more than expected in October
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Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate

Net immigration to Britain peaked in 2023 at a higher level than previously thought, and a far greater number of Britons left the country in subsequent years, revised official data

November 18, 2025
Net immigration to Britain revised down as more Britons emigrate
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Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families

More than 12 million US households keep their homes either too cold or too hot, sacrificing comfort because they can’t afford to pay their energy bills.

November 18, 2025
Black families pay more to keep their houses warm than average American families
Economy|Education|Health|Science

Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging – a geriatrician explains how they can start planning

Addressing the financial and personal aspects of aging proactively helps to ensure that you will receive the care you need – and want – as you age.

November 18, 2025
Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging – a geriatrician explains how they can start planning
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Mixed quarter at Home Depot with less storm damage to homes and a more anxious shopper

Home Depot’s third-quarter was mixed with fewer violent storms reaching shore, more anxiety among U.S. consumers and a housing market that has slumped

November 18, 2025
Mixed quarter at Home Depot with less storm damage to homes and a more anxious shopper
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EU to assess whether Amazon and Microsoft cloud businesses need extra scrutiny

The European Union is considering stricter scrutiny for Amazon and Microsoft's cloud businesses

November 18, 2025
EU to assess whether Amazon and Microsoft cloud businesses need extra scrutiny
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Brazil eyes taxing crypto for cross-border payments, sources say

Brazil is looking at taxing the use of cryptocurrencies for international payments, two officials with direct knowledge of the discussions told

November 18, 2025
Brazil eyes taxing crypto for cross-border payments, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology

Rattled tech stokes volatility

By Mike Dolan -        What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Persistent tech sector valuation and leverage jitters, a deepening crypto

November 18, 2025
Rattled tech stokes volatility
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EU will protect its market if needed, German finance minister says in China

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil discussed overcapacity in China on Tuesday during a visit to Beijing and said the European Union would act if a solution was

November 18, 2025
EU will protect its market if needed, German finance minister says in China
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Target investors brace for market share drop, weak sales due to US shutdown

Target's third‑quarter results on Wednesday are expected to lay bare the retailer’s struggles amid mounting economic uncertainty, and as cash-strapped Americans slashed

November 18, 2025
Target investors brace for market share drop, weak sales due to US shutdown
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Trump's empty chair at G20 summit is opportunity for South African hosts

An empty chair for Donald Trump at the G20 summit offers an opportunity for South African hosts, determined to set an agenda for global leaders in the face of the

November 18, 2025
Trump's empty chair at G20 summit is opportunity for South African hosts
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Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope

The fate of Wall Street's staggering bets on artificial intelligence will rest squarely on Nvidia on Wednesday when the chipmaker reports results, with

November 18, 2025
Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope
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Record reverse splits expose growing divide between small caps and megacaps

Reverse stock splits globally have climbed to a record this year, underscoring the strain on small-cap companies struggling to stay listed even as an AI-fueled rally lifts

November 18, 2025
Record reverse splits expose growing divide between small caps and megacaps
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US small and mid-sized businesses expect stronger 2026, BofA survey shows

A majority of small and mid-sized business owners in the U.S. expect stronger performance next year, with 74% forecasting revenue growth and nearly 60% planning to expand operations, a Bank

November 18, 2025
US small and mid-sized businesses expect stronger 2026, BofA survey shows
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'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path

Just over a year ago, a diverse array of opposition coalitions jockeyed for votes in Georgia’s parliament, with four of them winning seats.

November 18, 2025
'Five minutes away from one-party dictatorship': Georgia's U-turn from Western path
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Senators press Trump administration over envoy's possible financial conflicts, letter says

Two Democratic U.S. senators wrote to President Donald Trump's administration on Monday raising "serious concerns" about Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff's

November 18, 2025
Senators press Trump administration over envoy's possible financial conflicts, letter says
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Temu-owner PDD Holdings beats profit expectations, outlook uncertain

China's PDD Holdings beat forecasts on Tuesday with a 14% rise in third-quarter adjusted earnings, a sign that the e-commerce group's steep discounts

November 18, 2025
Temu-owner PDD Holdings beats profit expectations, outlook uncertain
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After UN vote, Netanyahu calls for Hamas' expulsion from the region

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday called for Hamas to be expelled from the region, a day after the U.N.

November 18, 2025
After UN vote, Netanyahu calls for Hamas' expulsion from the region
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UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board

UnitedHealth Group said on Tuesday it had named former U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner Scott Gottlieb to its board, effective immediately.

November 18, 2025
UnitedHealth names former US FDA chief Scott Gottlieb to its board
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Cash allocation strategies across US companies could be missing out on millions, report shows

Corporations across the U.S. could potentially be leaving millions on the table depending on their cash management strategies, according to research published by

November 18, 2025
Cash allocation strategies across US companies could be missing out on millions, report shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Home Depot forecasts steeper drop in annual profit as Americans delay big projects

Home Depot forecast a bigger drop in full-year profit after missing Wall Street estimates for quarterly earnings on Tuesday, as tariff-driven economic uncertainty dampened

November 18, 2025
Home Depot forecasts steeper drop in annual profit as Americans delay big projects
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Home Depot’s business is stuck. That’s a bad sign for the economy

Home Depot’s business is stuck. That’s a bad sign for the economy

November 18, 2025
Home Depot’s business is stuck. That’s a bad sign for the economy
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America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?

America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?

November 18, 2025
America is grappling with an air traffic controller shortage. Can AI help?
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UN food agency warns of deepening hunger crisis as funding falls short

The world is facing a deepening hunger crisis with resources falling far short of needs, the United Nations World Food Programme warned on Tuesday, citing sharp declines in

November 18, 2025
UN food agency warns of deepening hunger crisis as funding falls short
Africa|Crime|Economy|Education|Political|World

Guinea-Bissau President Embalo's promised stability undermined after army takeover

Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo struck a confident note as he kicked off his re-election bid in early November, claiming that "stability has been

November 18, 2025
Guinea-Bissau President Embalo's promised stability undermined after army takeover
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU probes Amazon, Microsoft's cloud services for potential curbs

The European Commission has launched three market investigations on cloud computing services by Amazon and Microsoft under the Digital Markets

November 18, 2025
EU probes Amazon, Microsoft's cloud services for potential curbs
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Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering

Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering

November 18, 2025
Republicans are racing to find a plan for enhanced ACA subsidies. Here’s what they’re considering
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Xiaomi warns of higher smartphone prices due to surging memory chip costs

China's Xiaomi warned on Tuesday that consumers were likely to see further hikes in smartphone prices next year due to soaring costs of memory chips while

November 18, 2025
Xiaomi warns of higher smartphone prices due to surging memory chip costs
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European shares close at one-month low on Fed rate cut worries, tech valuations

European shares fell on Tuesday, with those in Germany near a five-month low as a broad risk-off mood gripped global markets,

November 18, 2025
European shares close at one-month low on Fed rate cut worries, tech valuations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone banks are preparing well for lower liquidity

Euro zone banks must prepare for a world in which liquidity is less abundant and they navigate well in periods of market stress such as the one that followed the announcement of

November 18, 2025
Euro zone banks are preparing well for lower liquidity
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Europe's banks face 'unprecedentedly high' risk of shocks, ECB warns

Euro zone banks must prepare for unprecedented shocks causing severe disruptions with far-reaching consequences for financial systems, the European Central Bank said on Tuesday as

November 18, 2025
Europe's banks face 'unprecedentedly high' risk of shocks, ECB warns
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia set for $320 billion price swing after earnings, options indicate

Nvidia's earnings report on Wednesday could trigger a $320 billion swing in the chipmaker's market value — the largest post-earnings move

November 18, 2025
Nvidia set for $320 billion price swing after earnings, options indicate
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

As data flow revives, Fed still faces a deep policy divide

A divided U.S.

November 18, 2025
As data flow revives, Fed still faces a deep policy divide
Economy|Europe|World

UN chief welcomes Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday called the passing of a U.S.-backed resolution on Gaza an important step in the consolidation of the ceasefire, in a

November 18, 2025
UN chief welcomes Security Council's adoption of Trump's Gaza plan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops

‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops

November 18, 2025
‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ The affordability crisis is rattling mom-and-pop shops
Business|Economy|Travel|World

FlyDubai orders 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft, expanding its fleet beyond Boeing for the first time

FlyDubai has announced an initial order for 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft at the Dubai Air Show

November 18, 2025
FlyDubai orders 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft, expanding its fleet beyond Boeing for the first time
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No firm is immune if AI bubble bursts, Google CEO tells BBC

LONDON -Alphabet Chief Executive Sundar Pichai said no company would be unscathed if the artificial intelligence boom collapses, as soaring valuations and heavy investment in the sector fuel concerns

November 18, 2025
No firm is immune if AI bubble bursts, Google CEO tells BBC
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Honda to recall over 256,000 US vehicles over software error, NHTSA says

Honda is recalling 256,603 Accord hybrid vehicles in the United States over a software error that may cause a potential loss of drive power, the U.S.

November 18, 2025
Honda to recall over 256,000 US vehicles over software error, NHTSA says
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Why we pay less for art made by women

Why we pay less for art made by women

November 18, 2025
Why we pay less for art made by women
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

AkzoNobel, Axalta to merge creating $25 billion paint giant

Dulux paint maker AkzoNobel said on Tuesday that it plans to merge with paintmaker Axalta Coating Systems in a deal that will create a combined company with an enterprise

November 18, 2025
AkzoNobel, Axalta to merge creating $25 billion paint giant
Business|Economy|Education|World

China's youth jobless rate drops to 17.3% in October

China's jobless rate for 16-to-24-year-olds, excluding college students, stood at 17.3% in October, slightly down from 17.7% the month prior, data from the National Bureau of

November 18, 2025
China's youth jobless rate drops to 17.3% in October
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Investors raise risk bets but cash flashes 'sell signal' - BofA survey

Global investors lifted equity and commodity allocations in November, but cash holdings fell to just 3.7%, triggering Bank of America's "sell signal" and raising concerns that bullish

November 18, 2025
Investors raise risk bets but cash flashes 'sell signal' - BofA survey
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Foreigners turn net buyers of Asian bonds in October on improved growth outlook

Asian bonds witnessed renewed cross-border inflows in October following a month of sharp outflows, as an improved regional growth outlook and a series of U.S. trade agreements in Southeast

November 18, 2025
Foreigners turn net buyers of Asian bonds in October on improved growth outlook
Business|Economy|Finance|World

In China’s global lending spree, the US has been the biggest beneficiary, study finds

In China’s global lending spree, the US has been the biggest beneficiary, study finds

November 18, 2025
In China’s global lending spree, the US has been the biggest beneficiary, study finds
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Nio's Firefly EV brand seeks growth in right-hand drive markets without tariffs

SHANGHAI -Firefly, a compact electric vehicle brand owned by China's Nio, is seeking growth in right-hand drive markets that are free from punitive tariffs on Chinese EVs and is preparing to ramp up

November 18, 2025
Nio's Firefly EV brand seeks growth in right-hand drive markets without tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan ruling-party panel proposes $161 billion extra budget to fund stimulus

A Japan ruling-party panel consisting of lawmakers close to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proposed on Tuesday compiling a supplementary budget exceeding 25 trillion yen ($161 billion)

November 18, 2025
Japan ruling-party panel proposes $161 billion extra budget to fund stimulus
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Japan's toolkit to combat unwelcome yen declines

Japanese authorities are facing renewed pressure to combat a decline in the yen, driven in part by market bets that dovish new premier Sanae Takaichi will pile

November 18, 2025
Japan's toolkit to combat unwelcome yen declines
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US is biggest recipient of Chinese loans, study shows

The United States is the biggest recipient of China's lending activities globally, according to a study which tracked Beijing's credit activities and found it is increasingly

November 18, 2025
US is biggest recipient of Chinese loans, study shows
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Gulf Air finalises deal for at least 12 Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes

Gulf Air signed an agreement on Tuesday with Boeing to buy at least 12 Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes, the carrier said.

November 18, 2025
Gulf Air finalises deal for at least 12 Boeing 787 Dreamliner planes
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Bank of England to resist big changes to ring-fencing regime, sources say

The Bank of England is preparing to ease parts of Britain’s bank ring-fencing regime while opposing a major reform sought by lenders,

November 18, 2025
Bank of England to resist big changes to ring-fencing regime, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Hong Kong's New World Development to reduce $1.3 billion of its debt after early bond swap

Embattled New World Development said on Tuesday it expected $1.3 billion of its debt, majority of it being perpetual bonds, to be cut after setting an early deadline

November 18, 2025
Hong Kong's New World Development to reduce $1.3 billion of its debt after early bond swap
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Honda to resume regular output at N. America plants after chip supply disruptions

Honda Motor said it will begin gradually resuming normal operations at its North American vehicle assembly plants from Monday, a sign that production disruptions from a shortage of

November 18, 2025
Honda to resume regular output at N. America plants after chip supply disruptions
Business|Economy|World

Italy's light touch on inheritance tax comes at a cost, economists say

Italy's longest-running TV quiz show, offering big cash prizes, is called "The Inheritance" - a choice of title that may reflect how many Italians see

November 18, 2025
Italy's light touch on inheritance tax comes at a cost, economists say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Fear and caution grip markets

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It was another sea of red in Asia markets on Tuesday, with the sombre mood set to extend into Europe, as investors braced for

November 18, 2025
Fear and caution grip markets
Business|Economy|Health|World

As wellness trends go upscale, Nestle's mass-market vitamins lose some shine

Nestle wants out of mass-market vitamins.

November 18, 2025
As wellness trends go upscale, Nestle's mass-market vitamins lose some shine
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US has warned others to avoid loans from Chinese state banks. But it's the biggest recipient of all

A new report says China funneled billions in hidden loans to U.S. companies over the past quarter century, some targeting industries key to national security

November 18, 2025
US has warned others to avoid loans from Chinese state banks. But it's the biggest recipient of all
Business|Economy|Finance|World

BOJ chief tells Takaichi central bank seeking smooth landing towards price goal

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Tuesday he told Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi the central bank was gradually raising interest rates to

November 18, 2025
BOJ chief tells Takaichi central bank seeking smooth landing towards price goal
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Commonwealth Bank, Australia's biggest lender, says home loan demand is too high

Commonwealth Bank of Australia, the country's largest lender, believes demand for home loans is too high and is helping to push property prices up, Chief Executive Matt Comyn said on

November 18, 2025
Commonwealth Bank, Australia's biggest lender, says home loan demand is too high
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China hints at Xi meeting with Japan's new premier Takaichi

(Corrects story on October 28 to say the Yasukuni shrine honours some soldiers convicted of war crimes by an international tribunal, not soldiers accused of war crimes, in the penultimate paragraph)

October 28, 2025
China hints at Xi meeting with Japan's new premier Takaichi
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators

Feeling the heat from Americans worried about inflation, U.S.

November 17, 2025
Trump talks up economy in meeting with McDonald's owners, operators
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|World

Rio Tinto to cut Yarwun alumina output by 40% from October 2026 to extend plant life

Anglo-Australian miner Rio Tinto will cut output at its Yarwun alumina refinery in Queensland by 40% from next October to extend the plant's life, the company said on Tuesday.

November 17, 2025
Rio Tinto to cut Yarwun alumina output by 40% from October 2026 to extend plant life
Australia|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

On tiny Christmas Island, Google spurs renewable energy push for Indian Ocean data hub

Australia's remote Indian Ocean outpost of Christmas Island has enough power to support a new Google data centre without depriving locals, but its arrival could

November 18, 2025
On tiny Christmas Island, Google spurs renewable energy push for Indian Ocean data hub
Business|Economy|Technology

Databricks in talks to raise capital at above $130 billion valuation, The Information reports

Data analytics firm Databricks is in talks to raise funds at a valuation of more than $130 billion, about 30% higher than its last financing round two months ago, The Information reported

November 18, 2025
Databricks in talks to raise capital at above $130 billion valuation, The Information reports
Business|Economy|Environment

Costs more than double to rebuild vital Baltimore bridge destroyed by cargo ship

Costs more than double to rebuild vital Baltimore bridge destroyed by cargo ship

November 18, 2025
Costs more than double to rebuild vital Baltimore bridge destroyed by cargo ship
Business|Economy|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel

Holiday Headache: When to rethink your Thanksgiving travel plans.

Despite the expected reopening of the government, federal officials say it will take time for air travel to return to normal. Does that mean travelers should rethink their Thanksgiving travel plans? CNN's Sara Sidner asks Clint Henderson, Managing Editor at The Points Guy.

November 12, 2025
Holiday Headache: When to rethink your Thanksgiving travel plans.
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Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements

Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements

November 17, 2025
Larry Summers says he is ‘deeply ashamed’ after new Jeffrey Epstein emails and will pause public engagements
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia's central bank could hold policy steady for longer if data comes in strong

Australia's central bank said on Tuesday that it could keep holding the cash rate at the current level if incoming data surprises on the strong side, but there are also

November 18, 2025
Australia's central bank could hold policy steady for longer if data comes in strong
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan finance minister says 'alarmed' over yen's volatility

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama on Tuesday expressed concern over recent foreign exchange movements, as the yen sank to fresh nine-month lows versus the dollar.

November 18, 2025
Japan finance minister says 'alarmed' over yen's volatility
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump, floating talks with Maduro, declines to rule out troops in Venezuela

President Donald Trump said on Monday he has not ruled out putting American forces on the ground in Venezuela, while expressing

November 18, 2025
Trump, floating talks with Maduro, declines to rule out troops in Venezuela
Crime|Economy|Political|World

The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files

The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files

November 18, 2025
The prospect of an embarrassing defeat convinced Trump to reverse course on Epstein files
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries

Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries

November 17, 2025
Trump hints at diplomatic window with Maduro but muses about hitting drug facilities in other countries
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump leaves military action against Venezuela on the table but floats possible talks

President Donald Trump isn't ruling out military action against Venezuela despite bringing up potential diplomatic talks with its leader, Nicolás Maduro

November 17, 2025
Trump leaves military action against Venezuela on the table but floats possible talks
Economy|Political|World

Epstein files and affordability concerns threaten to knock Trump's 2nd presidency off course

President Donald Trump's political dominance is showing cracks as he faces challenges on affordability and the Jeffrey Epstein case

November 17, 2025
Epstein files and affordability concerns threaten to knock Trump's 2nd presidency off course
Economy|Political|World

Carney's Liberals win budget vote and avoid election in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney won a vote on his budget in Parliament that could have triggered a possible election

November 17, 2025
Carney's Liberals win budget vote and avoid election in Canada
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Archer Aviation to supply electric powertrain to Anduril, EDGE for Omen drone

Archer Aviation said on Monday it will supply its electric powertrain for the Omen autonomous air vehicle, being co-developed by U.S. defense technology firm Anduril

November 17, 2025
Archer Aviation to supply electric powertrain to Anduril, EDGE for Omen drone
Business|Economy|World

Peru says new US tariff exemption includes about 100 food products

Peru's Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister Teresa Mera said on Monday that a new U.S. tariff exemption includes more than 100 products from the Andean country's agricultural export

November 17, 2025
Peru says new US tariff exemption includes about 100 food products
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

SEC approves Dimensional Fund Advisors launch of ETF share class for 13 mutual funds

The U.S.

November 17, 2025
SEC approves Dimensional Fund Advisors launch of ETF share class for 13 mutual funds
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US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says

The U.S.-Saudi Arabia investment forum to take place in Washington during the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week is expected to include

November 17, 2025
US-Saudi event to include CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Pfizer, source says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wall Street regulator drops emphasis on crypto sector exams for 2026

The U.S.

November 17, 2025
Wall Street regulator drops emphasis on crypto sector exams for 2026
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Akzo Nobel in talks to merge with Axalta Coating, Bloomberg News reports

Dulux paint maker Akzo Nobel NV is in talks to merge with paintmaker Axalta Coating Systems, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

November 17, 2025
Akzo Nobel in talks to merge with Axalta Coating, Bloomberg News reports
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|World

BP restores part of Olympic Pipeline after Washington leak

BP was responding to a release of refined products on the Olympic Pipeline System east of Everett, Washington, and had partially restored part of the system, the

November 17, 2025
BP restores part of Olympic Pipeline after Washington leak
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UBS O'Connor's capital solutions strategy co-heads did not accept jobs at Cantor, source says

UBS informed investors the co-heads of O'Connor's capital solutions strategy unit, Rodrigo Trelles and Baxter Wasson, had opted not to accept jobs at

November 18, 2025
UBS O'Connor's capital solutions strategy co-heads did not accept jobs at Cantor, source says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Bank of England boosts deposit guarantee for savers to 120,000 pounds

British savers will have up to 120,000 pounds ($158,000) of their money protected in the event of a bank failure, the Bank of England said on Tuesday after increasing

November 18, 2025
Bank of England boosts deposit guarantee for savers to 120,000 pounds
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets

Pinkberry parent company MTY Food Group hires TD Bank to explore a sale, sources say

Canada's MTY Food Group, owner of Pinkberry and Cold Stone Creamery, has hired Toronto-Dominion Bank to explore a sale, according to people familiar with the matter,

November 17, 2025
Pinkberry parent company MTY Food Group hires TD Bank to explore a sale, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Weinstein's Saba sells credit derivatives on Big Tech as AI risks grow, source says

Boaz Weinstein's Saba Capital Management has sold credit derivatives in recent months to lenders seeking protection on big tech names like Oracle

November 17, 2025
Weinstein's Saba sells credit derivatives on Big Tech as AI risks grow, source says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

TSX falls to 10-day low as investors fret about AI spending levels

Canada's main stock index fell to a 10-day low on Monday as worries about the sustainability of the spending boom around artificial intelligence offset an easing of

November 17, 2025
TSX falls to 10-day low as investors fret about AI spending levels
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US outlines new approach for proxy disputes, seen as blow to shareholder activists

The top U.S. financial regulator on Monday changed the grounds on which companies may seek permission to skip votes on shareholder resolutions, a move seen as making it more

November 17, 2025
US outlines new approach for proxy disputes, seen as blow to shareholder activists
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Trading Day: Markets twitch, volatility stirs

Worries over the health of the U.S. consumer helped push Wall Street deep into the red on Monday, as investors also braced for Nvidia's earnings and the

November 17, 2025
Trading Day: Markets twitch, volatility stirs
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Trump would back Russia sanctions bill if he retains final authority, White House official says

President Donald Trump is willing to sign legislation to impose sanctions on Russia as long as he retains ultimate decision-

November 17, 2025
Trump would back Russia sanctions bill if he retains final authority, White House official says
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Fed's Cook blasts mortgage fraud allegations against her as 'baseless' in letter to AG Bondi

Lawyers for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook on Monday disputed allegations by a Trump administration official that she committed mortgage fraud, an accusation that President Donald Trump used as a basis for seeking to fire her

November 17, 2025
Fed's Cook blasts mortgage fraud allegations against her as 'baseless' in letter to AG Bondi
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EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers

The Environmental Protection Agency says it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to limit the amount of wetlands it covers

November 17, 2025
EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers
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Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy price as CEO pledges to go 'all in' on weight loss pill

Novo Nordisk said on Monday it would lower the U.S. price of its injectable Wegovy obesity drug and pledged to go "all in" on its

November 17, 2025
Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy price as CEO pledges to go 'all in' on weight loss pill
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Europe's moves to tighten asylum and migration rules

Britain proposed sweeping changes to its policy on asylum seekers on Monday, the latest European country to announce tighter rules on migration in recent years.

November 17, 2025
Europe's moves to tighten asylum and migration rules
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Mexico hands over some flight slots at capital airport from Mexican airlines to US carriers

By Kylie Madry MEXICO CITY -Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday that Mexican airlines had agreed to hand over some flight slots at the nation's busy capital airport to U.S. carriers,

November 17, 2025
Mexico hands over some flight slots at capital airport from Mexican airlines to US carriers
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BBC 'determined to fight' Trump defamation claim

The BBC is determined to fight any legal action filed by U.S.

November 17, 2025
BBC 'determined to fight' Trump defamation claim
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US construction spending rebounds in August

U.S. construction spending unexpectedly rebounded in August, likely lifted by home renovations as higher mortgage rates continued to weigh on single-family homebuilding.

November 17, 2025
US construction spending rebounds in August
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Merck sees over $5 billion opportunity in Cidara's experimental flu drug

Merck said on Monday it expects a commercial opportunity exceeding $5 billion from Cidara Therapeutics' experimental flu drug, and does not anticipate it

November 17, 2025
Merck sees over $5 billion opportunity in Cidara's experimental flu drug
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Bubble Wrap maker Sealed Air to go private in $10.3 billion CD&R deal

U.S. packaging company Sealed Air Corp said on Monday it agreed to be bought by private equity firm CD&R for $10.3 billion, including debt, in a deal that will take the

November 17, 2025
Bubble Wrap maker Sealed Air to go private in $10.3 billion CD&R deal
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Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says

The benefit to Hungary's credit rating of any potential U.S. financial backstop package remains difficult to factor in, Fitch has said, and

November 17, 2025
Benefits of any US support hard to gauge for Hungary's rating, Fitch says
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BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue

Bank of America plans to spend billions of dollars on technologies such as artificial intelligence to boost bankers' productivity and bring in more

November 17, 2025
BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue
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IMF sees signs of recovery in Syria, plans intensive engagement

The International Monetary Fund said on Monday it planned an "intensive program of engagement" with Syria to help it rebuild its economy, but a statement issued

November 17, 2025
IMF sees signs of recovery in Syria, plans intensive engagement
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US and European aid cuts could result in 22.6 million deaths worldwide, study finds

Abrupt cuts to development aid by major donor countries could cause up to 22.6 million additional deaths in developing countries by 2030, including 5.4 million

November 17, 2025
US and European aid cuts could result in 22.6 million deaths worldwide, study finds
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Home Depot, Lowe's earnings to gauge recovery in home-improvement spending

Home Depot and Lowe's are set to post modest sales gains when they report quarterly results this week, giving investors a read on whether the outlook is improving or

November 17, 2025
Home Depot, Lowe's earnings to gauge recovery in home-improvement spending
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US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration

The United States is imposing visa restrictions on people in Nicaragua who have enabled illegal immigration to the country, the State Department said on Monday, including the

November 17, 2025
US imposes visa restrictions on Nicaragua over immigration
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Trump's coffee tariff change helps US roasters, hurts Brazil

The Trump administration's decision to eliminate tariffs on most coffee bean imports will be a boon for coffee roasters and

November 17, 2025
Trump's coffee tariff change helps US roasters, hurts Brazil
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Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values

Thousands of Czechs and Slovaks on Monday celebrated the anniversary of the 1989 Velvet Revolution, which ended decades of communist rule in the former Czechoslovakia,

November 17, 2025
Czechs, Slovaks mark Velvet Revolution with protests in defence of democratic values
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Goldman Sachs sees oil prices falling through 2026 on supply surge

Oil prices are expected to decline through 2026, Goldman Sachs said on Monday, citing a production surge that will keep the market in a large surplus of around 2 million barrels per day.

November 17, 2025
Goldman Sachs sees oil prices falling through 2026 on supply surge
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Satellite firm York Space Systems reveals 59% revenue surge in US IPO filing

York Space Systems recorded a 59% revenue jump for the first nine months of 2025, the satellite company revealed in its U.S. initial public offering paperwork on

November 17, 2025
Satellite firm York Space Systems reveals 59% revenue surge in US IPO filing
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US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments

The United States will expedite visas for foreign visitors with tickets to FIFA World Cup matches taking place next year in 11 U.S. cities, President Donald Trump said on Monday.

November 17, 2025
US will make it easier for World Cup fans to get visa appointments
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US probes telecom firms after BlackRock's HPS uncovers alleged $400M fraud, Financial Times reports

U.S. prosecutors are probing a group of telecoms firms after BlackRock's private credit arm, HPS Investment Partners, said it lent them over $400 million backed by receivables that appear

November 17, 2025
US probes telecom firms after BlackRock's HPS uncovers alleged $400M fraud, Financial Times reports
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US colleges see 17% drop in newly enrolled international students, report finds

The number of newly enrolled international students at U.S. colleges and universities dropped by 17% this autumn following new restrictions on student visas and

November 17, 2025
US colleges see 17% drop in newly enrolled international students, report finds
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Goldman Sachs sees continued central bank gold buying in November

Central banks likely bought large amounts of gold in November in a multi-year trend to diversify reserves to hedge geopolitical and financial risks, Goldman Sachs said on Monday.

November 17, 2025
Goldman Sachs sees continued central bank gold buying in November
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Chile's far-right rises in Congress, but needs allies for reforms

Jose Antonio Kast's far-right Republican Party made strong gains in both chambers of Congress following Chile's Sunday presidential election, but fell short

November 17, 2025
Chile's far-right rises in Congress, but needs allies for reforms
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Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure

David Richardson, the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is stepping down, according to the Department of Homeland Security, ending a

November 17, 2025
Acting head of FEMA leaves after short and troubled tenure
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Tesla wins bid to undo race bias class action by Black factory workers

A California state judge has ruled that more than 6,000 Black workers at Tesla's flagship assembly plant cannot sue over alleged racial harassment as a class, reversing

November 17, 2025
Tesla wins bid to undo race bias class action by Black factory workers
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Canada's Carney survives crucial vote on his first budget

The Canadian Parliament on Monday narrowly voted in favor of Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget, staving off the threat of a second election in less than a year.

November 17, 2025
Canada's Carney survives crucial vote on his first budget
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Fed's Waller says weak job market justifies rate cut in December

U.S. firms have begun talking more frequently about layoffs as they plan for weaker demand and possible productivity gains from artificial

November 17, 2025
Fed's Waller says weak job market justifies rate cut in December
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Buyout firm Thoma Bravo has offered to buy Clearwater Analytics, sources say

Private equity firm Thoma Bravo has made an offer to acquire Clearwater Analytics, people familiar with the matter said on Monday, as the race to buy out the

November 17, 2025
Buyout firm Thoma Bravo has offered to buy Clearwater Analytics, sources say
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Who is Jose Antonio Kast, the far-right front-runner for Chile's presidency?

After falling short in two previous presidential runs, Chilean candidate Jose Antonio Kast is now favored by analysts to win the country's

November 17, 2025
Who is Jose Antonio Kast, the far-right front-runner for Chile's presidency?
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Wall Street ends sharply lower, Treasury yields slip as investors eye Nvidia results, data onslaught

U.S. stocks extended their selloff and benchmark Treasury yields inched lower as investors embarked on a week of accelerated economic data releases in the aftermath

November 17, 2025
Wall Street ends sharply lower, Treasury yields slip as investors eye Nvidia results, data onslaught
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Moody's downgrades Six Flags' credit ratings

Moody's downgraded Six Flags Entertainment's credit ratings further into junk-grade territory on Monday, citing the amusement park owner's weak operating results.

November 17, 2025
Moody's downgrades Six Flags' credit ratings
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Amazon to raise $15 billion in first US bond sale in three years to fund AI push

Amazon will raise $15 billion from its first U.S. dollar bond offering in three years, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, as big tech firms ramp up

November 17, 2025
Amazon to raise $15 billion in first US bond sale in three years to fund AI push
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How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state

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August 08, 2025
How the war over US congressional redistricting is playing out, state by state
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Chevron joins race to explore potential purchase of Lukoil assets, sources say

U.S. oil major Chevron is studying options to buy global assets of sanctioned Russian oil firm Lukoil, five sources

November 17, 2025
Chevron joins race to explore potential purchase of Lukoil assets, sources say
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Lawyer for Fed's Cook offers up detailed defense in mortgage fraud case

By Sarah N.

November 17, 2025
Lawyer for Fed's Cook offers up detailed defense in mortgage fraud case
Economy

Trump plans more steps to cut healthcare costs in coming weeks, senior White House official says

U.S.

November 17, 2025
Trump plans more steps to cut healthcare costs in coming weeks, senior White House official says
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Wall Street indexes end lower; investors brace for jobs data, Nvidia results

U.S. stocks ended sharply lower on Monday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closing below a key technical indicator for the first time since late April as

November 17, 2025
Wall Street indexes end lower; investors brace for jobs data, Nvidia results
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Fidelity sues Broadcom over access to key software to avoid outages

A subsidiary of Fidelity Investments has filed a lawsuit accusing technology company Broadcom of threatening to cut off its access to key software that has become

November 17, 2025
Fidelity sues Broadcom over access to key software to avoid outages
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Saudi crown prince to visit US with defence, AI, nuclear on agenda

A visit by Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler to the White House for talks on Tuesday with U.S.

November 17, 2025
Saudi crown prince to visit US with defence, AI, nuclear on agenda
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Federal Reserve governor says Trump ally ‘cherry-picked’ details to make mortgage fraud claim

Federal Reserve governor says Trump ally ‘cherry-picked’ details to make mortgage fraud claim

November 17, 2025
Federal Reserve governor says Trump ally ‘cherry-picked’ details to make mortgage fraud claim
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Nvidia, bitcoin and other falling stars drag the US stock market lower

The U.S. stock market fell as Nvidia and other superstars created by the frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology dimmed some more

November 17, 2025
Nvidia, bitcoin and other falling stars drag the US stock market lower
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Stocks and bitcoin slide as nerves fray ahead of Nvidia earnings

Stocks and bitcoin slide as nerves fray ahead of Nvidia earnings

November 17, 2025
Stocks and bitcoin slide as nerves fray ahead of Nvidia earnings
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Whitman-Hanson Regional High School students walk out of class to protest layoffs

Whitman-Hanson Regional High School students walk out of class to protest layoffs

November 17, 2025
Whitman-Hanson Regional High School students walk out of class to protest layoffs
Economy|Political|US

NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he hopes to meet with President Donald Trump to find ways the political polar opposites can work together on the central focus of his winning campaign: affordability

November 17, 2025
NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability
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A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug boats

The Trump administration has built up a fleet of warships near Venezuela as American forces keep blowing up small boats accused of smuggling narcotics for drug cartels

October 21, 2025
A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug boats
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Drone strikes Turkish tanker in Ukraine's Odesa, where US natural gas will go

A drone has struck a Turkish-flagged tanker in Ukraine's Odesa region and set it ablaze

November 17, 2025
Drone strikes Turkish tanker in Ukraine's Odesa, where US natural gas will go
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act

Jamaica has joined other small island nations at the United Nations climate talks to urge immediate action on climate change

November 17, 2025
Nations hit by natural disasters tell ministers at climate talks to act
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Postmaster general says US Postal Service needs revenue growth, not just cuts

Postmaster General David Steiner says the U.S. Postal Service can't fix its finances through cuts alone

November 14, 2025
Postmaster general says US Postal Service needs revenue growth, not just cuts
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New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

A new analysis of consumer data shows that more people in the United States are falling behind on their utility bills

November 17, 2025
New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills
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NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says

A new report finds over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments have been affected by the National Institutes of Health’s funding cuts

November 17, 2025
NIH funding cuts have affected over 74,000 people enrolled in experiments, a new report says
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Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France

Ukraine has signed a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes from France, along with drones and ground-to-air systems

November 17, 2025
Ukraine plans to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes and air defense systems from France
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology|World

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine

November 17, 2025
He came to the US as a child refugee from the former Soviet Union. Now he’s a father facing deportation to Ukraine
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Renewable energy is cheaper and healthier – so why isn’t it replacing fossil fuels faster?

Politics is just one challenge. The cost of borrowing to build wind and solar farms is another, especially in fast-growing developing countries. There are solutions.

November 17, 2025
Renewable energy is cheaper and healthier – so why isn’t it replacing fossil fuels faster?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit

The Kremlin said on Monday that it hoped another summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S.

November 17, 2025
Kremlin says it hopes for a new Putin-Trump summit
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TSX futures flat ahead of Canada's inflation data

Futures tied to Canada's main stock index were little changed on Monday, as investors braced for fresh economic indicators domestically and from the U.S.

November 17, 2025
TSX futures flat ahead of Canada's inflation data
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Retail investors show less conviction in buying US stock market dips

Retail investors are showing signs of waning confidence in the U.S. stock market's ability to rebound, with market data and analysts' observations both indicating an ebb in

November 17, 2025
Retail investors show less conviction in buying US stock market dips
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GMI Cloud to build $500 million AI data centre in Taiwan with Nvidia chips

U.S.-based cloud services provider GMI Cloud said on Monday it will build a $500 million artificial intelligence data centre in Taiwan with the support of U.S.

November 17, 2025
GMI Cloud to build $500 million AI data centre in Taiwan with Nvidia chips
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European shares slip as caution prevails ahead of critical US data

European shares slipped on Monday, as investors avoided big bets ahead of a long-awaited jobs report from the U.S. that could offer

November 17, 2025
European shares slip as caution prevails ahead of critical US data
Asia|Crime|Economy|Political|World

What's fuelling anti-graft protests in the Philippines?

More than 200,000 protesters turned out on Monday for the second day of an anti-graft rally in the Philippines, part of a wave of demonstrations since August demanding accountability

November 17, 2025
What's fuelling anti-graft protests in the Philippines?
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Boeing gets Dubai Airshow boost as Emirates orders 65 more 777X

Boeing took centre stage at day one of the Dubai Airshow on Monday, booking a $38 billion order from host carrier Emirates and

November 17, 2025
Boeing gets Dubai Airshow boost as Emirates orders 65 more 777X
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Canadian home sales regain positive momentum in October

Canadian home sales rose 0.9% in October from September as lower borrowing costs helped offset uncertain prospects for Canada's economy, data from the Canadian Real

November 17, 2025
Canadian home sales regain positive momentum in October
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Calm returns ahead of Nvidia and data drops

By Mike Dolan -        What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Wall Street looks set to firm up on Monday after last week's tech sector wobble

November 17, 2025
Calm returns ahead of Nvidia and data drops
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Novo Nordisk rolls out $349 Wegovy cash price ahead of plan

Novo Nordisk said on Monday it has begun selling its popular weight-loss drug Wegovy for $349 a month to cash payers, months ahead of the timeline set out with the Trump

November 17, 2025
Novo Nordisk rolls out $349 Wegovy cash price ahead of plan
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Financial stocks drag FTSE 100 lower at start of data-heavy week

London stocks closed lower on Monday, with financials leading the decline as investors braced for a data-heavy week, while modest gains in healthcare and utilities stocks provided limited

November 17, 2025
Financial stocks drag FTSE 100 lower at start of data-heavy week
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Fed needs to move slowly with further rate cuts, Jefferson says

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson said on Monday the U.S. central bank needs to "proceed slowly" with any further interest rate cuts as it eases

November 17, 2025
Fed needs to move slowly with further rate cuts, Jefferson says
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Canada's inflation in October eases to 2.2% on lower gasoline, food prices

Canada's annual inflation rate in October eased to 2.2% as gasoline prices dropped, food prices eased and mortgage interest costs came down below the 3% mark,

November 17, 2025
Canada's inflation in October eases to 2.2% on lower gasoline, food prices
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J&J expands cancer portfolio with $3.05 billion Halda buy

Johnson & Johnson said on Monday it would buy privately held Halda Therapeutics for $3.05 billion in cash, aiming to expand its presence in treatments targeting solid

November 17, 2025
J&J expands cancer portfolio with $3.05 billion Halda buy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall St falls at open with eyes on Nvidia earnings, data

Wall Street's main indexes fell at the open on Monday, heading into a packed week that includes AI bellwether Nvidia's results and the resumption of government data releases.

November 17, 2025
Wall St falls at open with eyes on Nvidia earnings, data
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Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink

Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink

November 17, 2025
Target and Starbucks are both looking for a turnaround. They’re teaming up on an exclusive new drink
Economy|Europe|Political|World

IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal

The International Monetary Fund mission launched talks on Monday with Ukraine on a new lending programme critical to its wartime fortunes, as Kyiv

November 17, 2025
IMF holds new talks with Kyiv as government grapples with graft scandal
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ECB's Sleijpen: risks are balanced, policy is appropriate

Risks surrounding the euro zone inflation outlook are balanced and the current level of interest rates is appropriate, Dutch central bank chief Olaf Sleijpen told a news

November 17, 2025
ECB's Sleijpen: risks are balanced, policy is appropriate
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Japan PM Takaichi to meet BOJ Governor Ueda on Tuesday, PM office says

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will meet Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. (0630 GMT), the Prime Minister's Office said in a bulletin on Monday.

November 17, 2025
Japan PM Takaichi to meet BOJ Governor Ueda on Tuesday, PM office says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Chinese EV maker XPeng forecasts weak fourth quarter revenue amid fierce competition

Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng forecast fourth-quarter revenue below estimates on Monday, as a prolonged price war and intensifying competition in the world's largest auto market

November 17, 2025
Chinese EV maker XPeng forecasts weak fourth quarter revenue amid fierce competition
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One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization, according to a new poll

A new survey from the American Communities Project shows that pessimism about the country’s future has risen in cities since last year, but rural America is more optimistic about what’s ahead for the U.S. The poll also found that despite President Donald Trump’s insistence that crime is out of control in big cities, residents of the nation’s largest metropolitan centers are less likely to say that crime and gun violence are among the chief concerns facing their communities than they were a...

November 17, 2025
One issue is uniting Americans in a time of polarization, according to a new poll
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Dollar strengthens as traders await return of U.S. data

The dollar strengthened against the euro and the yen on Monday as traders exercised caution ahead of what could be a busy week with the long-awaited return of U.S

November 17, 2025
Dollar strengthens as traders await return of U.S. data
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India regulator to decline Jane Street data request in court, sources say

India's markets regulator will tell a court this week that it sees no reason to release additional data and documents to Jane Street, two sources with direct

November 17, 2025
India regulator to decline Jane Street data request in court, sources say
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China's C919 takes to Dubai skies in bid to win over Gulf buyers

China raised its global aerospace presence with a flying display by its C919 jetliner in Dubai on Monday, as Chinese planemaker COMAC

November 17, 2025
China's C919 takes to Dubai skies in bid to win over Gulf buyers
Economy|Education

Tribal college leaders are uneasy about US financial commitments despite a funding increase

Tribal citizens are among communities navigating the impacts of massive cuts in federal spending and the effects of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history

November 17, 2025
Tribal college leaders are uneasy about US financial commitments despite a funding increase
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China lodges representations with US over Taiwan arms sale

China defence ministry said on Monday it has lodged representations with the United States over its arms sale to Taiwan, vowing to take "all necessary" measures to defend national

November 17, 2025
China lodges representations with US over Taiwan arms sale
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Euro zone to grow faster than expected, but defence spending boosts debt, EU Commission says

The euro zone economy is likely to expand faster than expected this year and grow at or above potential in 2026 and 2027, but debt and deficit will be on the

November 17, 2025
Euro zone to grow faster than expected, but defence spending boosts debt, EU Commission says
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list

Russia's financial watchdog has added former prime minister Mikhail Kasyanov and leading economist Sergei Guriev to its list of "extremists and terrorists" in its latest moves against

November 17, 2025
Russia adds ex-PM Kasyanov, economist Guriev to 'extremists and terrorists' list
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UBS reaffirms Swiss base after report of talks on possible U.S. move

UBS said on Monday it wants to continue operating from Switzerland in response to a report that UBS chair Colm Kelleher and U.S.

November 17, 2025
UBS reaffirms Swiss base after report of talks on possible U.S. move
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White House adviser Hassett says there have been mixed signals in job market

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett on Monday said there have been mixed signals in the job market, and that the labor market could be slowing down.

November 17, 2025
White House adviser Hassett says there have been mixed signals in job market
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Spain aims to cut Madrid-Barcelona high speed rail time to under two hours, minister says

Spain will renovate its high-speed rail network between Madrid and Barcelona to allow trains to reach a maximum speed of 350 kph (218 mph), a velocity so far only achieved in China,

November 17, 2025
Spain aims to cut Madrid-Barcelona high speed rail time to under two hours, minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Peter Thiel's fund offloaded Nvidia stake in third quarter, filing shows

Tech billionaire Peter Thiel's hedge fund has sold off its entire stake in Nvidia during the third quarter, a regulatory filing showed, intensifying worries of an artificial intelligence

November 17, 2025
Peter Thiel's fund offloaded Nvidia stake in third quarter, filing shows
Business|Economy|Technology|World

KKR to buy up to $75.4 billion of PayPal's European BNPL loans in renewed deal

PayPal and KKR have renewed their partnership that will see the investment giant purchase up to 65 billion euros ($75.4 billion) of the payments provider's European buy now, pay later loans

November 17, 2025
KKR to buy up to $75.4 billion of PayPal's European BNPL loans in renewed deal
Business|Economy|Technology

Ford to sell used vehicles on Amazon, joining Hyundai

Amazon shoppers can browse and buy Ford Motor vehicles on the e-commerce platform starting on Monday, joining Hyundai in adding online options for customers who want

November 17, 2025
Ford to sell used vehicles on Amazon, joining Hyundai
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Oil prices ease after loadings resume at Russian export hub

Oil prices eased on Monday as loadings resumed at Russia's Novorossiysk export hub after a two-day suspension at the Black Sea port that had been hit by a

November 17, 2025
Oil prices ease after loadings resume at Russian export hub
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|World

Immigrant student enrollment is dwindling at schools across the US amid immigration crackdowns

Schools across the U.S. are seeing a big drop in enrollment from immigrant families

November 17, 2025
Immigrant student enrollment is dwindling at schools across the US amid immigration crackdowns
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide

Active white nationalist groups operate in all but two U.S. states. Researchers have found that there’s a strong association between holding white nationalist views and supporting political violence.

November 17, 2025
White nationalism fuels tolerance for political violence nationwide
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Hard-right former lawmaker José Antonio Kast leads in Chile's polarizing presidential runoff

In Chile, a hard-right former lawmaker and admirer of U.S. President Donald Trump is leading in the presidential runoff

November 17, 2025
Hard-right former lawmaker José Antonio Kast leads in Chile's polarizing presidential runoff
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Novo cuts Wegovy prices, but doctors still see cost challenges for patients

Novo Nordisk is chopping prices again for its popular obesity treatment Wegovy, but doctors say the expense will remain challenging for patients without insurance

November 17, 2025
Novo cuts Wegovy prices, but doctors still see cost challenges for patients
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Car carrying 3 people crashes into house in Washington County

Car carrying 3 people crashes into house in Washington County

November 17, 2025
Car carrying 3 people crashes into house in Washington County
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Novo Nordisk further lowers prices for weight loss, diabetes drugs for those who pay cash

Novo Nordisk further lowers prices for weight loss, diabetes drugs for those who pay cash

November 17, 2025
Novo Nordisk further lowers prices for weight loss, diabetes drugs for those who pay cash
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Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces

Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces

November 17, 2025
Ukraine to buy ‘up to 100’ French fighter jets, Elysee Palace announces
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From pariah to power player: Saudi's MbS reclaims world stage in US visit

On his first White House visit since the killing of

November 17, 2025
From pariah to power player: Saudi's MbS reclaims world stage in US visit
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Emirates announces an order of 65 Boeing 777-9s with list price of $38 billion at Dubai Air Show

The Dubai Air Show has opened, with hometown airline Emirates ordering 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft as the carrier looks to increase its fleets off record earnings and unending demand for flights through this East-West travel hub

November 17, 2025
Emirates announces an order of 65 Boeing 777-9s with list price of $38 billion at Dubai Air Show
Business|Economy|Education|Health

Trump is right: He lowered some of your costs. But he also made many prices higher

Trump is right: He lowered some of your costs. But he also made many prices higher

November 17, 2025
Trump is right: He lowered some of your costs. But he also made many prices higher
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

France nets 9 billion euros in new corporate investments despite budget battles

Companies have pledged to invest 9.2 billion euros ($10.7 billion) in France, the finance ministry said on Monday, as the government seeks to show that the euro zone’s

November 17, 2025
France nets 9 billion euros in new corporate investments despite budget battles
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BOJ governor warned panel of prolonged loose policy risks, minutes show

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda told the nation's top economic panel last week that keeping monetary policy too loose for too long could pose risks to achieving the BOJ's inflation

November 17, 2025
BOJ governor warned panel of prolonged loose policy risks, minutes show
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L'Oréal buys second Chinese skincare stake as C-Beauty brands snare market share

Cosmetics giant L'Oreal said on Monday it has taken a minority stake in mass-market Chinese skincare brand Lan, marking its second

November 17, 2025
L'Oréal buys second Chinese skincare stake as C-Beauty brands snare market share
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German finance minister lands in Beijing as trade gulf widens, supply chains wobble

Germany's finance minister became the first representative of the new coalition government to visit China on Monday, with Berlin under

November 17, 2025
German finance minister lands in Beijing as trade gulf widens, supply chains wobble
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Morgan Stanley sees US outperforming global stocks in 2026, raises S&P 500 target

Morgan Stanley expects U.S. stocks to outperform peers next year and prefers global equities over credit and government bonds, supported by rising artificial

November 17, 2025
Morgan Stanley sees US outperforming global stocks in 2026, raises S&P 500 target
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China's January-October fiscal revenue up 0.8% y/y

China's fiscal revenue grew 0.8% in the first 10 months of 2025 from a year earlier after a 0.5% gain in the January-September period, finance ministry data showed on Monday.

November 17, 2025
China's January-October fiscal revenue up 0.8% y/y
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Spain ups 2025 growth forecast to 2.9%, in line with European Commission

The Spanish economy is expected to grow 2.9% this year, at more than double the average pace in the European Union and exceeding the previous forecasts of 2.6-2.7%, the European

November 17, 2025
Spain ups 2025 growth forecast to 2.9%, in line with European Commission
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Philippines eyes completion of South China Sea code as ASEAN chair next year

The Philippines is hoping a code of conduct for the South China Sea can be completed when it is chair of the ASEAN bloc next year, with a consensus emerging between Southeast Asia

November 17, 2025
Philippines eyes completion of South China Sea code as ASEAN chair next year
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German Finance Minister says fair conditions are required in China trade

There must be fair conditions for competition in trade with China, German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said on Monday, adding that dialogue matters.

November 17, 2025
German Finance Minister says fair conditions are required in China trade
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India's October trade deficit hits record high on surge in gold imports

India's merchandise trade deficit widened to a record high of $41.68 billion in October, due to a rise in gold imports and a fall in U.S.-bound exports during the

November 17, 2025
India's October trade deficit hits record high on surge in gold imports
Asia|Economy|World

Japan seeks to calm escalating dispute with China over Taiwan

Japan moved on Monday to tamp down an escalating dispute with China over Taiwan that has prompted Beijing to urge citizens to halt travel to its East

November 17, 2025
Japan seeks to calm escalating dispute with China over Taiwan
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Electric vehicle sales are booming in South America — without Tesla

When Peruvian green energy entrepreneur Luis Zwiebach wanted to buy an electric vehicle in 2019, he flew 4,000 miles to California to

November 17, 2025
Electric vehicle sales are booming in South America — without Tesla
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Japan government panel member Kataoka calls for $149 billion stimulus package

Japan must compile a stimulus package of around $149 billion to support an economy hobbled by U.S. tariffs and weak consumption, Goushi Kataoka,

November 17, 2025
Japan government panel member Kataoka calls for $149 billion stimulus package
Asia|Crime|Economy|World

Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina: From political dominance to death sentence

Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia on Monday for her deadly crackdown on student protesters last year, has been a dominant figure in the South

November 17, 2025
Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina: From political dominance to death sentence
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Alphabet shares hit record after Berkshire makes rare tech bet with $4.9 billion stake

Alphabet shares rallied nearly 6% to a record high on Monday after Berkshire Hathaway's new stake provided an endorsement of the tech giant's artificial

November 17, 2025
Alphabet shares hit record after Berkshire makes rare tech bet with $4.9 billion stake
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Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political

Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political

November 17, 2025
Charlotte is the latest stop on DHS’ immigration blitz. Locals say it’s political
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Japan's economy contracts as exports get hit by US tariffs

Japan has reported its economy contracted at a 1.8% annual pace in July-September as President Donald Trump’s tariffs hurt exports

November 17, 2025
Japan's economy contracts as exports get hit by US tariffs
Economy|Political|World

Thousands in Philippine capital hold second day of anti-graft protests

More than 200,000 protesters turned out on Monday for the second day of an anti-graft rally in the Philippines, demanding accountability over accusations of corruption in flood-

November 17, 2025
Thousands in Philippine capital hold second day of anti-graft protests
Business|Economy|Europe

ECB board revamp exposes diversity failings that could impact policy

Euro zone officials have embarked on a two-year process to replace most of the European Central Bank's executive board, including President

November 17, 2025
ECB board revamp exposes diversity failings that could impact policy
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Nvidia earnings likely to overshadow delayed US data

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook U.S. economic data starts flowing again on Monday, with construction spending figures for August.

November 17, 2025
Nvidia earnings likely to overshadow delayed US data
Business|Economy|Technology|World

New Zealand's top court rules that Uber drivers are employees

New Zealand’s highest court sided on Monday with a lower court’s ruling that drivers of Uber who brought a case against the rideshare company should be treated as

November 17, 2025
New Zealand's top court rules that Uber drivers are employees
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Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war

Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war

November 17, 2025
Wine has long been made in Ukraine. Now its winemakers are preserving tradition in the face of war
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Trump says Republicans drafting bill to sanction countries that trade with Russia

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Republicans are working on legislation that will impose sanctions on any country doing business with Russia, and he said Iran may get

November 17, 2025
Trump says Republicans drafting bill to sanction countries that trade with Russia
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Chile vote propels far-right Kast to runoff against leftist Jara

Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast is favored to clinch a runoff victory next month despite lagging slightly behind governing coalition

November 14, 2025
Chile vote propels far-right Kast to runoff against leftist Jara
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US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown

Federal agents arrested at least 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend, a senior commander said on Sunday, marking a sharp escalation in the Trump

November 16, 2025
US Border Patrol arrests 81 on first day of Charlotte immigration crackdown
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FAA to end mandated cuts in domestic US flights

The Federal Aviation Administration late Sunday said it would end mandated cuts in domestic flights at 40 major U.S. airports effective at 6 a.m.

November 17, 2025
FAA to end mandated cuts in domestic US flights
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FAA ends emergency order mandating flight reductions at 40 airports during government shutdown, officials say

FAA ends emergency order mandating flight reductions at 40 airports during government shutdown, officials say

November 17, 2025
FAA ends emergency order mandating flight reductions at 40 airports during government shutdown, officials say
Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Chile's presidential race heads to a runoff between a communist and a pro-Trump conservative

Chile is bracing for a tense presidential runoff after a first-round vote on Sunday set up a showdown between a member of the Communist Party and an ultraconservative veteran politician, sharply polarizing the country between the political left and right

November 16, 2025
Chile's presidential race heads to a runoff between a communist and a pro-Trump conservative
Business|Economy|World

Measure to allow foreign military bases in Ecuador fails in vote

A measure that would allow the return of foreign military bases to Ecuador looked set to fail in a Sunday referendum, as a count of close to 90% of ballots

November 17, 2025
Measure to allow foreign military bases in Ecuador fails in vote
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Japan's economy contracts for first time in six quarters on tariff hit

Japan's economy shrank almost 2% in the three months through September, as a drop in exports in the face of U.S. tariffs resulted in the first

November 16, 2025
Japan's economy contracts for first time in six quarters on tariff hit
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Airlines expect FAA to end 3% flight cuts at major US airports, sources say

Airlines anticipate the Federal Aviation Administration will end 3% domestic flight reductions at 40 major U.S. airports early Monday, easing restrictions imposed over air

November 17, 2025
Airlines expect FAA to end 3% flight cuts at major US airports, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Asking prices for UK homes fall in run up to budget, Rightmove says

Asking prices for British homes have fallen by more than usual for the time of year ahead of finance minister Rachel Reeves' budget next week, a survey published on Monday showed.

November 17, 2025
Asking prices for UK homes fall in run up to budget, Rightmove says
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Mike Pompeo becomes adviser to scrutinized Ukraine defense company that's looking to boost missiles

Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has joined the advisory board of Ukraine’s leading defense company, Fire Point

November 17, 2025
Mike Pompeo becomes adviser to scrutinized Ukraine defense company that's looking to boost missiles
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Australia's Syrah Resources, Tesla to further extend graphite supply deal deadline

Australia's Syrah Resources said on Monday that it had agreed with Tesla to extend the deadline to tackle an alleged default of their graphite supply agreement for the second time in two

November 16, 2025
Australia's Syrah Resources, Tesla to further extend graphite supply deal deadline
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South Korea's new president, injured as a child labourer, cracks down on 'workplaces of death'

South Korean Kim Yong-ho thought he would die within seconds after a 200-kilogram (441-pound) industrial press at a Hyundai Steel plant sprang to life

November 16, 2025
South Korea's new president, injured as a child labourer, cracks down on 'workplaces of death'
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine secures US LNG imports from Greece to cover winter needs

Ukraine has secured imports of U.S liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Greece to cover its winter needs from December through to March next

November 16, 2025
Ukraine secures US LNG imports from Greece to cover winter needs
Asia|Business|Economy|Lifestyle|World

Dyed hair and nail art ok! More Japanese firms relax rules in tussle for workers

When 22-year-old Hinako Mori moved to Tokyo last year, she chose to work part-time at Don Quijote, a major discount retailer, for one main reason - it doesn't care

November 16, 2025
Dyed hair and nail art ok! More Japanese firms relax rules in tussle for workers
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Leftist Jara leads Chile's presidential election in early count

Governing leftist coalition and Communist Party candidate Jeannette Jara is leading Chile's presidential race, an early count from electoral service Servel showed on Sunday, with

November 16, 2025
Leftist Jara leads Chile's presidential election in early count
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Pratt & Whitney in talks over Airbus engine needs beyond 2025

Pratt & Whitney is in discussions with Airbus about engine supplies over the next three years as the planemaker looks to increase production of its best-selling A320neo

November 16, 2025
Pratt & Whitney in talks over Airbus engine needs beyond 2025
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Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say

Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say

November 15, 2025
Trump likely to face long military commitment and chaos if he ousts Maduro in Venezuela, experts say
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NZ welcomes lifting of US tariffs on $1.25 billion in exports

New Zealand late on Sunday welcomed the United States' announcement that it would remove additional tariffs on a range of New Zealand agricultural products, including beef, offal

November 16, 2025
NZ welcomes lifting of US tariffs on $1.25 billion in exports
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‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ makes movie audiences reappear in $21 million domestic opening

‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ makes movie audiences reappear in $21 million domestic opening

November 16, 2025
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ makes movie audiences reappear in $21 million domestic opening
Americas|Crime|Economy|Election|Political|World

Ecuadorian voters reject proposals to host foreign military bases and rewrite the constitution

Ecuadorians have struck down a proposal that would have let foreign countries run military bases in the South American country where drug gangs are extorting communities and killing politicians as they fight for territory

November 16, 2025
Ecuadorian voters reject proposals to host foreign military bases and rewrite the constitution
Economy|Election|US

Trump's Republican Party insists there's no affordability crisis and dismisses election losses

Many Republican leaders insist there's no problem with the GOP's policies, the party's message or President Donald Trump’s leadership, despite big losses in this month's elections

November 16, 2025
Trump's Republican Party insists there's no affordability crisis and dismisses election losses
Business|Economy

Treasury secretary says ‘we will see’ about $2,000 rebate checks to Americans as Supreme Court weighs Trump’s tariffs

Treasury secretary says ‘we will see’ about $2,000 rebate checks to Americans as Supreme Court weighs Trump’s tariffs

November 16, 2025
Treasury secretary says ‘we will see’ about $2,000 rebate checks to Americans as Supreme Court weighs Trump’s tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Trump has suggested he’s made a decision on Venezuela military operations. Here’s what we know

Trump has suggested he’s made a decision on Venezuela military operations. Here’s what we know

November 15, 2025
Trump has suggested he’s made a decision on Venezuela military operations. Here’s what we know
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing aims to smooth relations with buyers over 777X delays

Boeing plans to lay out the path to certification of its much-delayed 777x mini-jumbo programme in contacts with airlines at this week's Dubai Airshow rather than use

November 16, 2025
Boeing aims to smooth relations with buyers over 777X delays
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China rare earths deal will 'hopefully' be done by Thanksgiving, Bessent says

A rare earths deal between the U.S. and China will "hopefully" be done by Thanksgiving, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in remarks that aired on Sunday.

November 16, 2025
China rare earths deal will 'hopefully' be done by Thanksgiving, Bessent says
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On GPS: Will the Supreme Court strike down Trump’s tariffs?

Fareed discusses the stakes of the Supreme Court’s case on President Trump’s tariff policy with Harvard Law School professor Noah Feldman and John Yoo, a former Justice Department official under the George W. Bush administration.

November 15, 2025
On GPS: Will the Supreme Court strike down Trump’s tariffs?
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Samsung and other South Korean firms pledge larger domestic investments after US tariff deal

Samsung Electronics and other major South Korean companies have announced new domestic investment plans

November 16, 2025
Samsung and other South Korean firms pledge larger domestic investments after US tariff deal
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Uzbek president proposes setting up bloc of Central Asian states

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed on Sunday forming a regional co-operation organisation he called the "Community of Central Asia", in what he said was a bid to promote

November 16, 2025
Uzbek president proposes setting up bloc of Central Asian states
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Ford Motor shows off new high-tech HQ. It has a 'crown jewel' showroom and room for 4,000 employees

Ford Motor Company is showing off its new world headquarters building in Dearborn, Michigan

November 16, 2025
Ford Motor shows off new high-tech HQ. It has a 'crown jewel' showroom and room for 4,000 employees
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As nations push for more ambition at climate talks, chairman says they may get it

At the halfway point of annual United Nations climate negotiations in Brazil, it appears the talks may do more than just focus on implementing past promises, as some observers had expected

November 16, 2025
As nations push for more ambition at climate talks, chairman says they may get it
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump tariff rollback offers relief for Indian farmers

Indian agricultural exporters are among the winners from U.S.

November 16, 2025
Trump tariff rollback offers relief for Indian farmers
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Trump buys at least $82 million in bonds since late August, disclosures show

U.S.

November 15, 2025
Trump buys at least $82 million in bonds since late August, disclosures show
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Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans

November 16, 2025
Racists are now openly targeting Indian Americans
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Czech Republic plans $19 billion nuclear expansion to double output and end fossil fuel reliance

The Czech Republic plans to build two new reactors at its Dukovany plant to expand the country's nuclear energy capacity

November 16, 2025
Czech Republic plans $19 billion nuclear expansion to double output and end fossil fuel reliance
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

In this Brazilian state, a new push to track cattle is key to slowing deforestation

By the end of next year, the state of Para is requiring all cattle to be tagged to trace where they came from in order to be sold legally

November 16, 2025
In this Brazilian state, a new push to track cattle is key to slowing deforestation
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Boeing says partnership for T-7 trainer export bid imminent

Boeing is close to announcing a partnership to bid for an international sales opportunity for its T-7 trainer, company executives said on Sunday, highlighting fast-growing demand for

November 16, 2025
Boeing says partnership for T-7 trainer export bid imminent
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss didn't make a deal with the devil on US tariffs, minister says

Switzerland did not make a deal with the devil by agreeing a new tariff framework with the United States, Economy Minister Guy Parmelin said on Sunday, rejecting criticism that it amounted

November 16, 2025
Swiss didn't make a deal with the devil on US tariffs, minister says
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine is working on a prisoner exchange with Russia

Ukraine is working to resume prisoner exchanges with Russia that could bring home 1,200 Ukrainian prisoners

November 16, 2025
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is working on a prisoner exchange with Russia
Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor announces $86 billion investment in South Korea after US trade deal

Hyundai Motor Group will invest 125.2 trillion won ($86.47 billion) in South Korea from

November 16, 2025
Hyundai Motor announces $86 billion investment in South Korea after US trade deal
Business|Economy|World

Israel economy powered to 12.4% gain in Q3 after end of Iran conflict

Israel's economy rebounded sharply in the third quarter, putting in a stronger-than-expected performance after a weak second quarter that was hit by the conflict

November 16, 2025
Israel economy powered to 12.4% gain in Q3 after end of Iran conflict
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung, Hyundai announce domestic investments after US-South Korea trade deal

Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motor and other major South Korean manufacturers on Sunday unveiled domestic investment plans, as a U.S. trade deal raised concern investment in the U.S.

November 16, 2025
Samsung, Hyundai announce domestic investments after US-South Korea trade deal
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows

The Japanese public is divided on whether Japan should exercise its right to collective self-defence if China attacks Taiwan, a Kyodo news agency poll found on Sunday.

November 16, 2025
Japanese divided on military response to China over Taiwan, Kyodo poll shows
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With the end of the penny, is the clock ticking for the nickel?

With the end of the penny, is the clock ticking for the nickel?

November 16, 2025
With the end of the penny, is the clock ticking for the nickel?
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Saudi Arabia scales back salary premiums for foreign talent, recruiters say

Saudi firms are scaling back generous salary premiums that once lured top foreign talent into sectors such as construction and manufacturing

November 16, 2025
Saudi Arabia scales back salary premiums for foreign talent, recruiters say
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Britain to make refugee status temporary under asylum overhaul

Britain said it would make refugee status temporary and the wait for permanent settlement would be quadrupled to 20 years under the country's

November 15, 2025
Britain to make refugee status temporary under asylum overhaul
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Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says

Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says

November 16, 2025
Texas National Guard troops expected to leave Chicago and return home, source says
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Australia welcomes Trump's removal of beef tariffs, seeks more relief

Australia on Sunday cautiously welcomed President Donald Trump's rollback of his tariffs on beef, while pressing the U.S. to eliminate all tariffs on Australian goods.

November 16, 2025
Australia welcomes Trump's removal of beef tariffs, seeks more relief
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Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions

Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions

November 15, 2025
Venezuela’s Maduro denounces US military drills in Trinidad and Tobago amid heightened tensions
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Business groups ask Supreme Court to pause California climate reporting laws in emergency appeal

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is asking the Supreme Court to pause new California laws expected to require thousands of companies to report emissions and climate-risk information

November 14, 2025
Business groups ask Supreme Court to pause California climate reporting laws in emergency appeal
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Former Fed governor's stock trades violated the central bank's ethics rules

A former Federal Reserve governor who retired in August listed several stock trades in her financial disclosure documents for 2024 that violated the central bank’s ethics rules

November 15, 2025
Former Fed governor's stock trades violated the central bank's ethics rules
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Former Fed official Adriana Kugler violated trading rules, disclosure report shows

Former Fed official Adriana Kugler violated trading rules, disclosure report shows

November 15, 2025
Former Fed official Adriana Kugler violated trading rules, disclosure report shows
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Caribbean countries to hold slavery reparations talks on UK visit

A delegation from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) reparations commission will hold talks this week with officials and politicians in Britain on addressing the

November 15, 2025
Caribbean countries to hold slavery reparations talks on UK visit
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Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums

Thousands of demonstrators marched in Belem, Brazil, at the halfway point of United Nations climate talks to demand progress from negotiators on the problem of climate change — among other causes

November 15, 2025
Climate protesters demand to be heard as they march on COP30 with costumes and drums
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U.S. promises tariff cuts for coffee, banana imports

The Trump administration is promising to lower tariffs on the import of coffee beans after prices shot up by 15% between January and September. CNN's Matt Egan looks at the numbers.

November 14, 2025
U.S. promises tariff cuts for coffee, banana imports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Former Fed Governor Kugler's exit came amid forbidden trading activity

By Michael S.

November 15, 2025
Former Fed Governor Kugler's exit came amid forbidden trading activity
Crime|Economy

Court-appointed lawyers and their clients face fallout from government shutdown, funding crisis

The longest U.S. government shutdown in history is officially over, but the fallout will continue to hit federally funded defense lawyers and the people they represent

November 15, 2025
Court-appointed lawyers and their clients face fallout from government shutdown, funding crisis
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters

Parts of Gaza's huge Muwasi tent camp are struggling after winter's first major rainfall

November 15, 2025
First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters
Economy|Political|Travel|World

China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates

China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates

November 15, 2025
China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates
Economy|Environment|Science|World

A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat

A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat

November 15, 2025
A crucial system of ocean currents may be on course to collapse. This country just declared it a national security threat
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Trump, like Biden before him, finds there's no quick fix on inflation

President Donald Trump’s problems with fixing the high cost of living might be giving voters a feeling of déjà vu

November 15, 2025
Trump, like Biden before him, finds there's no quick fix on inflation
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Single ticket in Georgia claims $980 million Mega Millions jackpot

Single ticket in Georgia claims $980 million Mega Millions jackpot

November 15, 2025
Single ticket in Georgia claims $980 million Mega Millions jackpot
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Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute

Thailand will go ahead with talks on finalising a reciprocal trade deal with the United States, a government spokesperson said on Saturday, adding the discussions will remain

November 15, 2025
Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute
Economy|Political|US|World

Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains

Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains

November 15, 2025
Republicans have lost ground with Latino voters after Trump’s 2024 gains
Business|Economy|Environment|Food

Tariffs are coming for your holiday wine

Tariffs are coming for your holiday wine

November 15, 2025
Tariffs are coming for your holiday wine
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Walmart CEO steps down

Doug McMillon, CEO of Walmart for just over a decade, is retiring next year. CNN’s Phil Mattingly reports.

November 14, 2025
Walmart CEO steps down
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Once a shadowy dealmaker, former Zelenskyy associate is accused in Ukrainian corruption scandal

Tymur Mindich has been named as the mastermind behind a $100 million embezzlement scheme in Ukraine

November 15, 2025
Once a shadowy dealmaker, former Zelenskyy associate is accused in Ukrainian corruption scandal
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Tesla requires suppliers to avoid China-made parts for US cars, WSJ reports

Tesla is now requiring its suppliers to exclude China-made components in the manufacturing of its cars in the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.

November 15, 2025
Tesla requires suppliers to avoid China-made parts for US cars, WSJ reports
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Aficionados fret as Trump moves to make pasta great again

The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it’s sold below market prices

November 15, 2025
Aficionados fret as Trump moves to make pasta great again
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Winning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions says

A Mega Millions player in Georgia has won the $980 million jackpot, overcoming abysmal odds to take the huge prize

November 15, 2025
Winning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions says
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Cities and states are turning to AI to improve road safety

Cities and states in the U.S. are turning to AI to improve road safety

November 15, 2025
Cities and states are turning to AI to improve road safety
Economy|World

China to strengthen fiscal policy, finance minister says in Xinhua interview

China will strengthen fiscal policy over the next five years, said the country's finance minister on Saturday in an interview with Xinhua News Agency.

November 15, 2025
China to strengthen fiscal policy, finance minister says in Xinhua interview
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Future data centers are driving up forecasts for energy demand. States want proof they'll get built

Utilities are producing eye-popping forecasts about the amount of electricity they'll need to power massive new data centers that are feeding the fast-growing AI economy

November 15, 2025
Future data centers are driving up forecasts for energy demand. States want proof they'll get built
Business|Economy|Health|Technology|US

US trade tribunal to consider new Apple Watch import ban

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US trade tribunal to consider new Apple Watch import ban
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Apple intensifies succession planning for CEO Tim Cook, FT reports

Apple is stepping up its succession planning efforts as it prepares for Tim Cook to step down as chief executive of the tech giant as soon as next year, the Financial Times reported on

November 15, 2025
Apple intensifies succession planning for CEO Tim Cook, FT reports
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FAA takes first steps to restore flights after shutdown strain, but some limits remain

The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling back some of its restrictions on commercial flights at 40 major U.S. airports that have been in place since Nov. 7

November 14, 2025
FAA takes first steps to restore flights after shutdown strain, but some limits remain
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New York Fed met with banks over key lending facility

New York Federal Reserve President John Williams met with Wall Street banks this week to discuss a key short-term lending facility, a New York Fed spokesperson told Reuters.

November 15, 2025
New York Fed met with banks over key lending facility
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Trump officials hold meetings on Venezuela as military tensions rise

Senior Trump administration officials have held three meetings at the White House this week to discuss options for

November 15, 2025
Trump officials hold meetings on Venezuela as military tensions rise
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Trump says he 'stopped a war' by preserving a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand

President Donald Trump says he has successfully eased tensions between Cambodia and Thailand

November 15, 2025
Trump says he 'stopped a war' by preserving a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand
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Disney reaches new deal with YouTube TV, ending a blackout that lasted over two weeks

Disney and YouTube TV have reached a new deal to bring channels like ABC and ESPN back to the Google-owned livestreaming platform

November 15, 2025
Disney reaches new deal with YouTube TV, ending a blackout that lasted over two weeks
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US hedge funds trim stakes in 'Magnificent Seven' stocks in third quarter

Wall Street's largest hedge funds reduced exposure to "Magnificent Seven" stocks including Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta in the third quarter, while taking new

November 15, 2025
US hedge funds trim stakes in 'Magnificent Seven' stocks in third quarter
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Shell ordered to pay Venture Global's legal fees after arbitration loss

Venture Global said on Friday that following Shell’s recent loss in arbitration over liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply claims, an International Chamber of Commerce panel has issued an

November 15, 2025
Shell ordered to pay Venture Global's legal fees after arbitration loss
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Some Wall St hedge funds trimmed megacap positions in 3rd quarter   

Wall Street's largest hedge funds reduced exposure to some Magnificent Seven stocks, including Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta, in the third quarter, while placing

November 15, 2025
Some Wall St hedge funds trimmed megacap positions in 3rd quarter   
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Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee and other foods as inflation concerns mount

U.S.

November 14, 2025
Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee and other foods as inflation concerns mount
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Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices

President Donald Trump has announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities

November 14, 2025
Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices
Americas|Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action

As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action

November 15, 2025
As Washington weighs options on Venezuela, US invasion of Panama offers an imperfect blueprint for military action
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China used its trade juggernaut to withstand US tariffs. Can it keep its edge?

China used its trade juggernaut to withstand US tariffs. Can it keep its edge?

November 15, 2025
China used its trade juggernaut to withstand US tariffs. Can it keep its edge?
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Fitch lifts Greece's rating on strong fiscal position

Global ratings agency Fitch upgraded Greece's long-term foreign-curency issuer default rating by a notch to "BBB" on Friday, reflecting the country's strong budget performance and debt

November 14, 2025
Fitch lifts Greece's rating on strong fiscal position
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Activist Starboard sells Pfizer stake after pushing for changes

Activist investor Starboard Value has liquidated its position in Pfizer, according to a regulatory filing on Friday, ending its push for changes aimed at

November 14, 2025
Activist Starboard sells Pfizer stake after pushing for changes
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|World

Paramount Skydance to sell Chilevision to investor group

Paramount Skydance on Friday said it has agreed to sell its shares in the entities that control Chilean free-to-air TV channel Chilevision to Vytal Group.

November 15, 2025
Paramount Skydance to sell Chilevision to investor group
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Guatemala's Castillo Hermanos buys US maker of SunnyD for $1.4 billion, top US official says

Guatemalan firm Castillo Hermanos acquired U.S.-based Harvest Hill, maker of beverages such as SunnyD, for $1.4 billion, the U.S.

November 14, 2025
Guatemala's Castillo Hermanos buys US maker of SunnyD for $1.4 billion, top US official says
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Saab signs $3.6 billion Gripen fighter deal with Colombia

Swedish defense firm Saab said on Friday it has signed a contract

November 14, 2025
Saab signs $3.6 billion Gripen fighter deal with Colombia
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The Latest: Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as consumers face high prices

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to get rid of tariffs on a broad swath of commodities, including beef, coffee and tropical fruits

November 14, 2025
The Latest: Trump drops tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit as consumers face high prices
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

What travelers need to know about Thanksgiving flights

What travelers need to know about Thanksgiving flights

November 12, 2025
What travelers need to know about Thanksgiving flights
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USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump

New data the Agriculture Department released Friday created serious doubts about whether China will really buy millions of bushels of American soybeans like the Trump administration touted last month

November 14, 2025
USDA data casts doubt on China's soybean purchase promises touted by Trump
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

Google ad tech antitrust trial closing arguments moved back

A final plea by Alphabet's Google to avoid a breakup of its advertising technology business in a U.S. court has been moved to November 21, the court said.

November 14, 2025
Google ad tech antitrust trial closing arguments moved back
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

From OpenAI to Google, firms channel billions into AI infrastructure as demand booms

Microsoft and Nvidia are planning to invest up to $15 billion in total in Anthropic, in the latest AI-driven tie-up that also includes a $30 billion commitment by the Claude maker to use

October 13, 2025
From OpenAI to Google, firms channel billions into AI infrastructure as demand booms
Economy|Europe|World

Fitch retains Ukraine's sovereign rating at 'restricted default'

Global ratings agency Fitch affirmed Ukraine's long-term foreign currency sovereign credit rating at "restricted default" on Friday, saying it would remain unchanged until the country

November 14, 2025
Fitch retains Ukraine's sovereign rating at 'restricted default'
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US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets

The Trump administration on Friday gave clearance to potential buyers to talk to Russia's Lukoil about buying

November 14, 2025
US paves way for talks on sale of Lukoil's foreign assets
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

S&P cuts Senegal rating to 'CCC+' as debt strains deepen

Credit ratings agency S&P on Friday downgraded Senegal's long-term sovereign credit rating to "CCC+" from "B-", citing the precarious debt position of the West African country.

November 14, 2025
S&P cuts Senegal rating to 'CCC+' as debt strains deepen
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

Walmart insider John Furner to steer next chapter amid AI bets and economic turbulence

By Siddharth Cavale -In 2020, as COVID-19 raged, John Furner - then chief of Walmart's largest U.S. division - consulted colleagues in China, drawing on their pandemic playbook to swiftly adjust

November 14, 2025
Walmart insider John Furner to steer next chapter amid AI bets and economic turbulence
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New York governor considering raising corporate taxes, source says

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is considering increasing corporate taxes to close a potential budget shortfall amid federal cuts, but that no decision has been made, a source

November 14, 2025
New York governor considering raising corporate taxes, source says
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Japan considering stimulus package sized around 17 trln yen, Nikkei says

Japan is considering spending around 17 trillion yen ($110 billion) in new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first stimulus package, the Nikkei newspaper reported on

November 14, 2025
Japan considering stimulus package sized around 17 trln yen, Nikkei says
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Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announces his surprise retirement at age 59

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon is planning to retire early next year and his successor has been named

November 14, 2025
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announces his surprise retirement at age 59
Economy|Political|US|World

Indiana Senate won't vote on redistricting, defying Trump's push

The leader of the Indiana state Senate, a Republican, has said that his chamber will no longer meet in December as planned to vote on redistricting, citing lack of support from his members

November 14, 2025
Indiana Senate won't vote on redistricting, defying Trump's push
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Government will release September jobs report next week, ending data drought from federal shutdown

The Labor Department will release its numbers on September hiring and unemployment next Thursday, a month and a half late, marking the beginning of the end of a data drought caused by the 43-day federal government shutdown

November 14, 2025
Government will release September jobs report next week, ending data drought from federal shutdown
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S&P upgrades South Africa for first time in nearly 20 years as reforms gain traction

South Africa on Friday secured its first credit rating upgrade in nearly 20 years after S&P Global raised the country’s foreign-currency long-term sovereign rating to "BB" from "BB-",

November 14, 2025
S&P upgrades South Africa for first time in nearly 20 years as reforms gain traction
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Barrick Mining considers splitting into two entities, sources say

By Divya Rajagopal TORONTO -The board of Canada's Barrick Mining has raised the possibility of splitting the company into two separate entities, one focused on North America and the other on Africa

November 14, 2025
Barrick Mining considers splitting into two entities, sources say
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Google plans $40 billion Texas data center investment amid AI boom

Alphabet's Google said on Friday it would invest $40 billion in three new data centers in Texas, as part of its push to expand capacity for artificial intelligence initiatives.

November 14, 2025
Google plans $40 billion Texas data center investment amid AI boom
Africa|Business|Economy|World

S&P raises Nigeria's outlook to 'positive' as reforms take hold

S&P Global Ratings revised its outlook on Nigeria to "positive" from "stable" on Friday, backing the country's ongoing economic reforms, and also affirmed the country's rating at "B-/B".

November 14, 2025
S&P raises Nigeria's outlook to 'positive' as reforms take hold
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Berkshire reveals new $4.3 billion Alphabet stake, sells more Apple

Berkshire Hathaway revealed a $4.3 billion stake in Google parent Alphabet and further reduced its stake in Apple, detailing its equity portfolio for the last time

November 14, 2025
Berkshire reveals new $4.3 billion Alphabet stake, sells more Apple
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Clearing the backlog

The task of clearing the huge backlog of shutdown-delayed U.S. data begins, the world's most valuable company Nvidia publishes its results and new inflation numbers will keep Europe's

November 14, 2025
Clearing the backlog
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Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow

Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow

November 14, 2025
Trump lowers tariffs on coffee, beef and fruits, as Americans’ concerns about affordability grow
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Wall Street scrambles back from a big morning loss as Nvidia and bitcoin swing

An early swoon shook the U.S. stock market, but it quickly calmed

November 14, 2025
Wall Street scrambles back from a big morning loss as Nvidia and bitcoin swing
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Oracle bonds sell off as AI investment fuels investor concerns

Oracle bonds have taken a hit in recent days following a report that the cloud and artificial intelligence service provider plans to add another $38 billion to its heavy debt

November 14, 2025
Oracle bonds sell off as AI investment fuels investor concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Tiger Global slashes Meta stake by 63% 

Tiger Global Management, the hedge fund founded and led by Chase Coleman, slashed its stake in Facebook parent Meta Platforms during the third quarter, according to

November 14, 2025
Tiger Global slashes Meta stake by 63% 
Business|Economy|Finance

Republican state AGs raise concerns about Union Pacific deal for Norfolk Southern

A group of nine Republican state attorneys general on Friday raised competition concerns about Union Pacific's plan to buy smaller rival Norfolk Southern in

November 14, 2025
Republican state AGs raise concerns about Union Pacific deal for Norfolk Southern
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Trump says he is considering F-35 fighter jet deal with Saudis

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he is considering agreeing to a deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets, which are made by Lockheed Martin.

November 14, 2025
Trump says he is considering F-35 fighter jet deal with Saudis
Business|Economy|Health

Texas judge in Tylenol case won't block Kenvue's $398 million dividend payment

A Texas judge cleared the way for Kenvue to pay a $398 million shareholder dividend this month, a win for the U.S. consumer

November 14, 2025
Texas judge in Tylenol case won't block Kenvue's $398 million dividend payment
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Wall Street ends mixed; traders look to Nvidia report

Wall Street stocks ended mixed on Friday as investors looked ahead to Nvidia's quarterly results next week and worried that the Federal Reserve may hold off on cutting U.S

November 14, 2025
Wall Street ends mixed; traders look to Nvidia report
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US to allow transactions involving Lukoil and Caspian Pipeline Consortium, website shows

The United States issued general licenses on Friday authorizing transactions involving certain Lukoil entities in Bulgaria and petroleum services and other transactions related

November 14, 2025
US to allow transactions involving Lukoil and Caspian Pipeline Consortium, website shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global equities index falls, bond yields rise on fading rate cut hopes

MSCI's global equities gauge lost ground on Friday and Wall Street had a muted end to the week while U.S.

November 14, 2025
Global equities index falls, bond yields rise on fading rate cut hopes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Fed's Logan: Would be hard to support December rate cut

Dallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan on Friday again signaled she would oppose an interest-rate cut in December, after also opposing the Fed's rate cut in October,

November 14, 2025
Fed's Logan: Would be hard to support December rate cut
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Brazil's Prumo sells stake in joint venture with Anglo American

Brazilian logistics firm Prumo said on Friday it agreed to sell its 50% stake in Ferroport, a joint venture with miner Anglo American that operates an iron ore terminal at

November 14, 2025
Brazil's Prumo sells stake in joint venture with Anglo American
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Activist investor Irenic builds stake in Papa John's, sources say

Activist investor Irenic Capital Management built a stake in Papa John's during the third quarter, sources familiar with the matter

November 14, 2025
Activist investor Irenic builds stake in Papa John's, sources say
Business|Economy|Health|World

US judge to approve Purdue Pharma's opioid bankruptcy settlement

A federal bankruptcy judge said on Friday he will approve a restructuring plan for drugmaker Purdue Pharma that includes a $7.4 billion

November 14, 2025
US judge to approve Purdue Pharma's opioid bankruptcy settlement
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IMF approves fresh, smaller $24 billion credit line for Mexico

The International Monetary Fund on Friday said its executive board had approved a new two-year, $24 billion flexible credit line for Mexico to act as a buffer against external risks, noting

November 14, 2025
IMF approves fresh, smaller $24 billion credit line for Mexico
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US Census Bureau will release August trade, construction reports next week

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Census Bureau will release August trade, construction reports next week
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US-Ukraine critical minerals fund hires advisers A&M to identify projects

The U.S. fund overseeing U.S.

November 14, 2025
US-Ukraine critical minerals fund hires advisers A&M to identify projects
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Switzerland wins US tariff rate cut to 15%, pledges $200 billion in US investments

The United States and Switzerland announced a framework trade agreement on Friday that includes Washington slashing its tariffs on imported Swiss products to 15% from

November 14, 2025
Switzerland wins US tariff rate cut to 15%, pledges $200 billion in US investments
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Bitcoin sinks to six-month low as risk-off sentiment persists

Bitcoin dropped to its lowest level in six months on Friday, as a broad sell-off in risk assets deepened amid fading hopes that

November 14, 2025
Bitcoin sinks to six-month low as risk-off sentiment persists
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market

Jeff Bezos’s aerospace company Blue Origin is now the second, after SpaceX, to land a rocket booster for reuse.

November 14, 2025
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market
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Judge says he'll approve opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue and Sackler family

A federal bankruptcy court judge on Friday said he will approve OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma’s latest deal to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of opioids that includes some money for thousands of victims of the epidemic

November 14, 2025
Judge says he'll approve opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue and Sackler family
Business|Economy|Finance

The government is back open. Here’s what that means for economic data

The government is back open. Here’s what that means for economic data

November 14, 2025
The government is back open. Here’s what that means for economic data
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UK lobbying Poland to buy Swedish submarines, sources say

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is lobbying Poland to award a multi-billion-euro submarine purchase contract to Swedish defence group Saab that may include some

November 14, 2025
UK lobbying Poland to buy Swedish submarines, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Markets dip, investors worry about Fed and megacap tech

Wall Street's main indexes pared losses after being weighed down by technology stocks earlier Friday, while Federal Reserve officials cast doubt on a potential interest rate cut in

November 14, 2025
Markets dip, investors worry about Fed and megacap tech
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CMA CGM flags tough year ahead as shipping faces overcapacity, falling demand

The container shipping industry is bracing for a challenging year as new vessels boost capacity while demand slows, French group CMA CGM said on Friday, citing early

November 14, 2025
CMA CGM flags tough year ahead as shipping faces overcapacity, falling demand
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Investors and business decry British budget messaging 'fiasco'

Confusing messages about Britain's budget this month are undermining the government's credibility, investors, businesses and think tanks said on Friday as

November 14, 2025
Investors and business decry British budget messaging 'fiasco'
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

JPMorgan secures deals with fintech aggregators over fees to access data, CNBC reports

JPMorgan Chase has secured deals that will ensure it receives payments from fintech companies for access to its customer bank account data by third-party apps, CNBC reported on Friday,

November 14, 2025
JPMorgan secures deals with fintech aggregators over fees to access data, CNBC reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Walmart CEO McMillon to retire after a decade, insider Furner named successor

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon will retire next year after more than a decade at the helm, capping a period when he reshaped the big-box retailer into a

November 14, 2025
Walmart CEO McMillon to retire after a decade, insider Furner named successor
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Data 'fog' has some investors feeling for the exits as AI stock valuation fears flare

The U.S. shutdown has ended but the hangover is just beginning for investors, who worry gaps in economic data will

November 14, 2025
Data 'fog' has some investors feeling for the exits as AI stock valuation fears flare
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FAA halves flight cuts to 3% as airlines push for end

The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it halved a requirement that U.S. airlines reduce domestic flights at 40 major airports from 6% to 3% starting

November 14, 2025
FAA halves flight cuts to 3% as airlines push for end
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International Paper to close two U.S. packaging plants amid weak demand

International Paper on Friday said it will shut two U.S. packaging plants by January as the company cuts costs and consolidates operations amid weak demand.  

November 14, 2025
International Paper to close two U.S. packaging plants amid weak demand
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Oil settles up more than 2% as Russian port suspends oil exports after Ukrainian attack

Oil prices settled more than 2% higher on Friday as Russia's port of Novorossiisk halted oil exports following a Ukrainian drone attack that hit an oil depot

November 14, 2025
Oil settles up more than 2% as Russian port suspends oil exports after Ukrainian attack
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

The Telegraph sale collapses as US private equity firm drops its bid for the UK newspaper

The Telegraph sale collapses as US private equity firm drops its bid for the UK newspaper

November 14, 2025
The Telegraph sale collapses as US private equity firm drops its bid for the UK newspaper
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Court blocks new rules limiting which immigrants can get commercial drivers' licenses

The Transportation Department’s new restrictions that would severely limit which immigrants can get commercial driver’s licenses to drive a semitrailer truck or bus have been put on hold by a federal appeals court

November 14, 2025
Court blocks new rules limiting which immigrants can get commercial drivers' licenses
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Activist investor Kimmeridge takes stake in US energy producer Devon

Activist investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management has taken a stake in U.S. shale producer Devon Energy, according to a stock market filing released on Friday.

November 14, 2025
Activist investor Kimmeridge takes stake in US energy producer Devon
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Why markets are suddenly on edge

Why markets are suddenly on edge

November 14, 2025
Why markets are suddenly on edge
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A new rare earth crisis is brewing as yttrium shortages spread

Global supplies of the rare earth element yttrium are running low due to Chinese

November 14, 2025
A new rare earth crisis is brewing as yttrium shortages spread
Business|Economy|Food|World

Meatpacker JBS sees US cattle shortage lasting through 2026

U.S. beef margins for JBS, the world's largest meat company, will likely tighten in the fourth quarter from the prior period due to a persistent shortage of U.S.

November 14, 2025
Meatpacker JBS sees US cattle shortage lasting through 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World

As Fed hawks press their case, traders bet against December cut

As U.S. agencies on Friday began announcing plans for releasing economic data delayed by the government shutdown, a trio of U.S. central bankers reiterated their concerns

November 14, 2025
As Fed hawks press their case, traders bet against December cut
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Switzerland to boost US investment as deal struck to lower US tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%

Switzerland has announced plans to invest $200 billion in the United States through 2028 as it finalized a hard-wrought deal to slash U.S. tariffs on Swiss goods

November 14, 2025
Switzerland to boost US investment as deal struck to lower US tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Walmart's returns under McMillon among the strongest of recent departing CEOs

There have been numerous changes among CEOs in the last 18 months, and Walmart's announcement that Chief Executive Doug McMillon will retire in January is only the latest.

November 14, 2025
Walmart's returns under McMillon among the strongest of recent departing CEOs
Business|Economy|Technology

Walmart names insider Furner as CEO McMillon's successor, Wall Street reacts

Walmart on Friday announced that CEO Doug McMillon will retire next year and will be succeeded by insider and company veteran John Furner at a time when retailers navigate new challenges

November 14, 2025
Walmart names insider Furner as CEO McMillon's successor, Wall Street reacts
Business|Economy|World

US Postal Service seeks reforms as it reports $9 billion yearly loss

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Postal Service seeks reforms as it reports $9 billion yearly loss
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

Texas judge defers ruling on Kenvue dividend

A Texas judge on Friday deferred ruling on state Attorney General Ken Paxton's bid to temporarily block Kenvue from paying a dividend to its shareholders, in connection with his lawsuit

November 14, 2025
Texas judge defers ruling on Kenvue dividend
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The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland

November 14, 2025
The Trump administration is lowering its mega tariffs on Switzerland
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Here's who broke ranks on vote to end government shutdown

The House has approved a bill to end the longest government shutdown in US history. President Donald Trump must now sign the funding package to officially reopen the government.

November 12, 2025
Here's who broke ranks on vote to end government shutdown
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Swiss government: US tariffs will be reduced to 15%

The Swiss government said on Friday that U.S. tariffs on its exports will be reduced to 15% from 39% and thanked President Donald Trump for a constructive engagement.

November 14, 2025
Swiss government: US tariffs will be reduced to 15%
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US drops Biden plan to require passenger compensation for delayed flights

President Donald Trump's administration said on Friday it was formally withdrawing a plan by his predecessor to require airlines to pay passengers cash

November 14, 2025
US drops Biden plan to require passenger compensation for delayed flights
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Who is Walmart's new top boss?

Walmart on Friday named seasoned executive and insider John Furner as its new CEO, effective February 2026, replacing Doug McMillon, who led the retail behemoth for more than a decade.

November 14, 2025
Who is Walmart's new top boss?
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Cyprus urges Turkey to drop two-state demand to advance EU bid

Cyprus said on Friday Turkey must drop its insistence on a two-state solution for the divided island if it hopes to make progress on its long-stalled bid to join the European Union.

November 14, 2025
Cyprus urges Turkey to drop two-state demand to advance EU bid
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Russia's Lukoil in talks with potential buyers of its foreign assets

Russia's second-largest oil producer Lukoil said on Friday it has been in talks with potential buyers of its foreign assets following last-month sanctions from the UK and the United

November 14, 2025
Russia's Lukoil in talks with potential buyers of its foreign assets
Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Shein openings across France delayed after shoppers balked at Paris store prices

The opening of five new Shein concession stores across France has been delayed, department store owner Societe des Grands Magasins said on Friday, as it adjusts its strategy after some

November 14, 2025
Shein openings across France delayed after shoppers balked at Paris store prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar rises against euro amid Fed rate cut speculation

The dollar gained on the euro and was roughly flat against the yen on Friday as stocks recovered from a sharp selloff and traders weighed whether the Federal

November 14, 2025
Dollar rises against euro amid Fed rate cut speculation
Business|Economy|Political|Technology

Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion

American Bitcoin, backed by two of U.S.

November 14, 2025
Trump brothers-backed American Bitcoin swings to profit on margin expansion
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Standard Lithium gets boost from Washington in Arkansas lithium race

Standard Lithium is getting a boost from Washington as it vies with Exxon Mobil to become the first company to produce lithium in Arkansas, a U.S.

November 14, 2025
Standard Lithium gets boost from Washington in Arkansas lithium race
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Enbridge approves $1.4 billion project to boost Canadian oil flows to US

Canadian pipeline operator Enbridge on Friday approved $1.4 billion in expansion projects for its Mainline and Flanagan South pipelines to the U.S., which it stressed

November 14, 2025
Enbridge approves $1.4 billion project to boost Canadian oil flows to US
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US reaches trade deal with Switzerland, USTR says

The Trump administration has reached a trade deal with Switzerland and will provide details on the White House website later on Friday, U.S.

November 14, 2025
US reaches trade deal with Switzerland, USTR says
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Africa will hand G20 over to US 'empty chair', president says

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday South Africa will symbolically hand over the G20 presidency to an "empty chair" in the absence of U.S. leadership

November 14, 2025
South Africa will hand G20 over to US 'empty chair', president says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Swedish EV maker Polestar announces one-for-thirty reverse stock split to maintain Nasdaq listing

Sweden's Polestar on Friday said it would conduct a one-for-thirty reverse stock split of its American Depository Shares as the electric vehicle maker seeks to avoid a Nasdaq delisting.

November 14, 2025
Swedish EV maker Polestar announces one-for-thirty reverse stock split to maintain Nasdaq listing
Business|Economy|Political|World

US Treasury, Taiwan reaffirm pledges against currency manipulation

The U.S.

November 14, 2025
US Treasury, Taiwan reaffirm pledges against currency manipulation
Business|Economy|Technology

Shareholders of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern support $85 billion rail merger

Shareholders of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern backed the railroads’ proposed $85 billion merger to create the nation’s first coast-to-coast rail network

November 14, 2025
Shareholders of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern support $85 billion rail merger
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Merck bets on flu prevention with $9.2 billion deal for Cidara Therapeutics

Merck will acquire Cidara Therapeutics in a nearly $9.2 billion deal, gaining access to an experimental flu drug in its effort to diversify ahead of patent loss for its

November 14, 2025
Merck bets on flu prevention with $9.2 billion deal for Cidara Therapeutics
Business|Economy|Europe|World

RedBird's bid for UK's Telegraph collapses after newsroom opposition

U.S.-based private investment firm RedBird Capital Partners on Friday pulled out of a 500-million-pound ($671-million) bid for Britain's Telegraph Media Group, the

November 14, 2025
RedBird's bid for UK's Telegraph collapses after newsroom opposition
Business|Economy|Europe|Health

Novo Nordisk chair touts OTC future for Wegovy as top investor tightens grip

Newly-elected chairman of Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk, Lars Rebien Sorensen, said on Friday he plans to enhance the board's

November 14, 2025
Novo Nordisk chair touts OTC future for Wegovy as top investor tightens grip
Business|Economy|US|World

US Bureau of Economic Analysis working on new economic data calendar post-shutdown

The Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis said on Friday it was working to update its schedule of economic data releases affected by the recently ended government

November 14, 2025
US Bureau of Economic Analysis working on new economic data calendar post-shutdown
Economy|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia plans to make up to 120,000 glide bombs this year, Ukrainian intelligence says

Russia plans to manufacture up to 120,000 of its cheap and devastating glide bombs this year, a senior Ukrainian intelligence official said,

November 14, 2025
Russia plans to make up to 120,000 glide bombs this year, Ukrainian intelligence says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology|World

Saudi Aramco to sign US LNG agreements during crown prince's visit to Washington, sources say

Saudi Aramco is set to sign two U.S. liquefied natural gas supply deals with Woodside Energy and Commonwealth LNG

November 14, 2025
Saudi Aramco to sign US LNG agreements during crown prince's visit to Washington, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Recent leadership changes at global consumer goods companies

Kohl's Corp named retail veteran Michael Bender as its permanent CEO on Monday, in the company's fourth appointment to the top job in three years.

July 29, 2025
Recent leadership changes at global consumer goods companies
Business|Economy|Political|World

US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products

U.S.

November 14, 2025
US trade chief says Trump now ready to issue tariff exemptions on some food products
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Union Pacific, Norfolk shareholders approve $85 billion merger

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern shareholders approved a deal to merge both railroad operators, the companies said on Friday.

November 14, 2025
Union Pacific, Norfolk shareholders approve $85 billion merger
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street tumbles as tech selloff extends, rate cut hopes fade

Wall Street's main indexes dipped on Friday, driven by a renewed selloff in technology stocks, while hawkish commentary from Federal Reserve officials added to doubts about an interest rate

November 14, 2025
Wall Street tumbles as tech selloff extends, rate cut hopes fade
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid

The equipment needed to keep the grid running is hard to make, and materials are limited. And supply-chain bottlenecks are taking years to clear.

November 14, 2025
Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid
Economy|Education|Opinion

Making progress is more than making policy – what Mamdani can learn from de Blasio about the politics of urban progress

The mayor-elect can use his popularity to protect New York’s capacity for self-government from outside interference, while reaffirming what his campaign promises mean to the city.

November 14, 2025
Making progress is more than making policy – what Mamdani can learn from de Blasio about the politics of urban progress
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Hybrid workers are putting in 90 fewer minutes of work on Fridays – and an overall shift toward custom schedules could be undercutting collaboration

Where, when and how Americans work has dramatically shifted since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the routines of everyday life.

November 14, 2025
Hybrid workers are putting in 90 fewer minutes of work on Fridays – and an overall shift toward custom schedules could be undercutting collaboration
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon is stepping down

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon is stepping down

November 14, 2025
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon is stepping down
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Jordan's king and Indonesia's leader hold talks on economic ties and Gaza

Jordan’s king and Indonesia's leader have held talks as the two longtime friends agreed to strengthen military cooperation and economic ties between the two Muslim-majority nations

November 14, 2025
Jordan's king and Indonesia's leader hold talks on economic ties and Gaza
Economy|Education

Trump’s proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs

Federal work study creates opportunities for students and universities alike. But the program’s challenges go beyond the potential government funding cuts.

November 14, 2025
Trump’s proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs
Business|Economy|Environment|World

London judge finds global mining company BHP Group liable in Brazil’s worst environmental disaster

A London judge has ruled that BHP Group is liable for Brazil’s worst environmental disaster

November 14, 2025
London judge finds global mining company BHP Group liable in Brazil’s worst environmental disaster
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Top asset manager DWS warns of global risks if US restricts dollar access

Executives at DWS, one of Europe's largest money managers, are thinking through the potential impacts in the unlikely event that the U.S.

November 14, 2025
Top asset manager DWS warns of global risks if US restricts dollar access
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Global investors pull back, cautious over tech valuations and US labour

Global equity fund inflows cooled significantly in the week to November 12 as worries about stretched technology valuations and signs of softening U.S. labour market conditions fuelled risk

November 14, 2025
Global investors pull back, cautious over tech valuations and US labour
Business|Economy|Political|World

UK's commitment to fiscal rules crucial for credit rating, Fitch says

The UK government's commitment to its own fiscal rules to balance the budget by 2029/30 remains vital for the country's AA- credit rating, credit agency Fitch said.

November 14, 2025
UK's commitment to fiscal rules crucial for credit rating, Fitch says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Skittish tech stock investors turn to Nvidia results for next cues

Turbulence in technology stocks could ratchet higher in the coming week as investors react to the quarterly report from Nvidia Corp, the world's largest company

November 14, 2025
Skittish tech stock investors turn to Nvidia results for next cues
Economy|Health|Political

Clash over healthcare subsidies threatens to reshape 2026 midterms

For Larry Jackson, a Donald Trump-backing Republican hoping to

November 14, 2025
Clash over healthcare subsidies threatens to reshape 2026 midterms
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US equity fund inflows ease to four-Week low on valuation concerns

U.S. equity funds witnessed a sharp cooling of demand in the week through November 12 as investors grew wary about the durability of the artificial intelligence-driven market rally and

November 14, 2025
US equity fund inflows ease to four-Week low on valuation concerns
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Applied Materials' shares drop as stringent US export curbs weigh on China business

Applied Materials shares slipped more than 3% in early trading on Friday as the chip equipment maker forecast reduced spending in China next year due

November 14, 2025
Applied Materials' shares drop as stringent US export curbs weigh on China business
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology

Major deals involving U.S. drugmakers and biotechs over the past decade

Abbott is buying cancer test maker Exact Sciences in a $23 billion deal, including debt, to bolster the medical device maker's cancer diagnostics business.

July 09, 2025
Major deals involving U.S. drugmakers and biotechs over the past decade
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Teamshares to list in US via $746 million T. Rowe Price-backed SPAC deal

Teamshares, a buyer of small- to medium-sized enterprises, said on Friday it would go public in the U.S. through a $746 million blank-check deal with Live Oak Acquisition

November 14, 2025
Teamshares to list in US via $746 million T. Rowe Price-backed SPAC deal
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Ukrainian energy workers in endless race to repair damage from Russian strikes

Standing near the mangled exterior of his thermal power plant, the 53-year-old production manager described the now familiar job of a Ukrainian energy worker: swiftly

November 14, 2025
Ukrainian energy workers in endless race to repair damage from Russian strikes
Business|Economy|Environment|World

BHP liable for 2015 Brazil dam collapse, UK court rules in mammoth lawsuit

(Corrects to remove analyst's inaccurate comment in paragraph 10 that BHP had made a new $500 million provision relating to the incident.)

November 14, 2025
BHP liable for 2015 Brazil dam collapse, UK court rules in mammoth lawsuit
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Different needs but similar fears arise in communities on both ends of Missouri's redistricting

The rush to redraw America's congressional maps has put a historically Black neighborhood in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and a mostly white farming community 100 miles away in the same district

November 14, 2025
Different needs but similar fears arise in communities on both ends of Missouri's redistricting
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Invest in crypto? Here’s what to know about your 2025 taxes

Invest in crypto? Here’s what to know about your 2025 taxes

November 14, 2025
Invest in crypto? Here’s what to know about your 2025 taxes
Business|Economy|Technology

How 30-year-old eBay is making a comeback thanks to AI

How 30-year-old eBay is making a comeback thanks to AI

November 14, 2025
How 30-year-old eBay is making a comeback thanks to AI
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Euro zone economy holds up, trade surplus surges on exports to US

The euro zone economy continued to expand at a modest but respectable pace in the third quarter while the trade

November 14, 2025
Euro zone economy holds up, trade surplus surges on exports to US
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Chile's presidential elections: Who is running and what is at stake

Chileans will head to the ballot box on Sunday to elect a new president in a vote that is pitting the governing leftist coalition against an array of right-wing

November 14, 2025
Chile's presidential elections: Who is running and what is at stake
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Weapons makers have 'conned' US military into buying expensive equipment, Army Secretary says

Large defense companies have "conned" the U.S. military into buying expensive equipment when cheaper commercial options would have been available, U.S.

November 14, 2025
Weapons makers have 'conned' US military into buying expensive equipment, Army Secretary says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

Buy the Rumor, Sell the News

By Anna Szymanski -Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! 

November 14, 2025
Buy the Rumor, Sell the News
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Study urges Germany to build digital hub linking military and private sector

Germany needs to better integrate private sector resources into its defence plans to meet logistical and NATO demands, a study carried out by Porsche-owned consultancy MHP, Quadriga

November 14, 2025
Study urges Germany to build digital hub linking military and private sector
Crime|Economy|World

Just 29% of Americans support US military killing drug suspects, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds  

Only 29% of Americans support using the U.S. military to kill suspected drug traffickers without a judge or court being involved, a rebuke of

November 14, 2025
Just 29% of Americans support US military killing drug suspects, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds  
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UK's Reeves abandons plans to raise income tax rates, roiling markets

British finance minister Rachel Reeves has no plans to raise income tax rates in this month's budget due to improved fiscal

November 13, 2025
UK's Reeves abandons plans to raise income tax rates, roiling markets
Business|Economy|Finance|World

ECB's Elderson backs easier rules for small banks, fewer requirements

European Central Bank supervisor Frank Elderson on Friday backed simplifying rules for smaller lenders and capital requirements for the sector as a whole.

November 14, 2025
ECB's Elderson backs easier rules for small banks, fewer requirements
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|World

'No playbook' for AI bubble fears, says Deutsche Bank investment arm CEO

The explosion in the value of artificial intelligence stocks poses risks to global markets for which there is "no playbook", the CEO of

November 14, 2025
'No playbook' for AI bubble fears, says Deutsche Bank investment arm CEO
Business|Economy|World

Greece in talks to buy anti-aircraft, artillery systems from Israel

Greece is in talks with Israel to buy modern missile systems that would be used for a planned anti-aircraft defence dome, two officials with knowledge of the plan told Reuters.

November 14, 2025
Greece in talks to buy anti-aircraft, artillery systems from Israel
Economy|Health|Political|US

Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle

Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle

November 14, 2025
Republicans scramble for health care plan, as Democrats eye midterm battle
Business|Economy|Political|Travel

The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?

The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?

November 14, 2025
The government has reopened. What’s that mean for air travel?
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung hikes memory chip prices by up to 60% as shortage worsens, sources say

Samsung Electronics this month raised prices of certain memory chips - now in short supply due to the global race to build AI data centres -

November 14, 2025
Samsung hikes memory chip prices by up to 60% as shortage worsens, sources say
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Dubai Airshow to showcase Western jet orders as China debuts competitor

Aircraft delays, China's ambitions to dethrone Airbus and Boeing, and geopolitical tensions will vie for attention with new jet

November 14, 2025
Dubai Airshow to showcase Western jet orders as China debuts competitor
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares fall as US rate cut expectations wane; UK fiscal worries resurface

European shares fell on Friday, as hawkish commentary from U.S. policymakers dampened expectations of an imminent interest rate cut, even as the

November 14, 2025
European shares fall as US rate cut expectations wane; UK fiscal worries resurface
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk suspends oil exports after Ukrainian drone attack, sources say

Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk halted oil exports on Friday after a Ukrainian drone attack, and oil pipeline monopoly Transneft suspended crude supplies to the outlet, two

November 14, 2025
Russia's Black Sea port of Novorossiysk suspends oil exports after Ukrainian drone attack, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Travel|World

Etihad Airways nine-month profit up 26% as passenger revenue jumps

Etihad Airways reported a nine-month profit of 1.7 billion dirhams ($463 million) on Friday, up 26% year-on-year, driven by higher revenue in both its passenger and cargo

November 14, 2025
Etihad Airways nine-month profit up 26% as passenger revenue jumps
Business|Economy|Technology|World

S&P lowers Nissan's rating to BB- from BB

S&P Global Ratings said on Friday it has downgraded its rating of Nissan Motor's credit by one notch on continuing pressure on its profitability, while taking a negative view of the

November 14, 2025
S&P lowers Nissan's rating to BB- from BB
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Over-indebtessness on the rise again in Germany, survey shows

Over-indebtedness among German adults is climbing again after years of decline, as economic weakness and rising costs squeeze household finances, data from credit agency Creditreform

November 14, 2025
Over-indebtessness on the rise again in Germany, survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK's Reeves does not plan to raise income tax, government source says

British finance minister Rachel Reeves does not plan to raise income tax at her upcoming annual budget on November 26 due to an improved fiscal outlook, a government source said on

November 14, 2025
UK's Reeves does not plan to raise income tax, government source says
Business|Economy|World

Japan's automotive union group vows no retreat on wage demands despite tariff pain

Japan's top automobile industry union group has no plans to scale back its wage demands at labour talks next year despite a heavy drag on the

November 14, 2025
Japan's automotive union group vows no retreat on wage demands despite tariff pain
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Villagers struggle with aftermath of intense Iberian wildfires

Photo essay: See here "The fire started on my birthday," says taxi driver Simon Rodriguez, hauling

November 14, 2025
Villagers struggle with aftermath of intense Iberian wildfires
Economy|World

Investors push Argentina for flexible peso amid reserve, FDI concerns

Investors are urging Argentina’s government to allow greater flexibility

November 14, 2025
Investors push Argentina for flexible peso amid reserve, FDI concerns
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

ACS, BlackRock launch 2 billion euro data centre joint venture

Spain's ACS and BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners have created a joint venture to develop an initial 2 billion euro ($2.33 billion), 1.7 gigawatt portfolio of data centres,

November 14, 2025
ACS, BlackRock launch 2 billion euro data centre joint venture
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Technology|US

Stellantis to recall nearly 113,000 US vehicles, NHTSA says

Chrysler-parent Stellantis is recalling 112,859 U.S. vehicles over possible engine failure or compartment fire, the U.S.

November 14, 2025
Stellantis to recall nearly 113,000 US vehicles, NHTSA says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

French inflation revised down to 0.8% year-on-year in October

Consumer prices in France rose 0.8% year-on-year in October, statistics office INSEE said on Friday, below analysts' expectations and the preliminary reading published last month.

November 14, 2025
French inflation revised down to 0.8% year-on-year in October
Business|Economy|Health|World

BOJ says Deputy Governor Uchida in hospital to treat leukemia

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida has been hospitalised for leukemia treatment and will work remotely for a few weeks, the central bank said on Friday.

November 14, 2025
BOJ says Deputy Governor Uchida in hospital to treat leukemia
Business|Economy|Europe|World

JPMorgan expands in Dubai as Middle East competition heats up

The U.S. bank JPMorgan has expanded in Dubai as part of a broader push to grow and do more business with medium-sized companies, an executive told Reuters, as

November 14, 2025
JPMorgan expands in Dubai as Middle East competition heats up
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Apple's China iPhone sales jumped 22% in month after iPhone 17 launch

Sales of iPhones in China rose 22% from year-earlier levels in the first month after the iPhone 17 series launched, even as the broader market softened, a

November 14, 2025
Apple's China iPhone sales jumped 22% in month after iPhone 17 launch
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Modi’s alliance set to easily win Indian Hindi heartland vote

By Krishna N.

November 14, 2025
Modi’s alliance set to easily win Indian Hindi heartland vote
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US approves potential $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, first under Trump

The U.S. approved the sale of fighter jet and other aircraft parts to Taiwan for $330 million on Thursday, marking the first such transaction since President

November 14, 2025
US approves potential $330 million arms sale to Taiwan, first under Trump
Business|Economy|World

US, South Korea unveil details on shipbuilding investment and subs in trade deal

The U.S. and South Korea released details of a trade agreement on Friday that includes a $150 billion Korean investment in the American

November 14, 2025
US, South Korea unveil details on shipbuilding investment and subs in trade deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Hamas quietly reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on

From regulating the price of chicken to levying fees on cigarettes, Hamas is seeking to widen control over Gaza as U.S. plans for its future slowly take shape,

November 14, 2025
Hamas quietly reasserts control in Gaza as post-war talks grind on
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

ANZ's 'good news' culture masking problems, bank review finds

Australia's ANZ Group has a 'good news' culture that deters staff from speaking up about potential mistakes while bureaucracy hampers some of its processes, a review

November 14, 2025
ANZ's 'good news' culture masking problems, bank review finds
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Swiss machine maker feels heat from auto sector slowdown, Trump's tariffs

Norbert Steuer, a logistics worker at Swiss precision machinery maker K.R. Pfiffner, has been at the firm for over three decades.

November 14, 2025
Swiss machine maker feels heat from auto sector slowdown, Trump's tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Technology|World

Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment

Alphabet's Google has offered to make it easier for publishers and advertisers to use its online advertising technology, defying EU antitrust regulators' call for

November 14, 2025
Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia's Big Four banks move to bypass mortgage brokers as profits squeezed

Australia's biggest banks are ramping up efforts to reduce their reliance on mortgage brokers in the nation's $1.6 trillion home loan market,

November 14, 2025
Australia's Big Four banks move to bypass mortgage brokers as profits squeezed
Business|Economy|Technology|World

BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say

China's BYD has told some suppliers it wants to stop using in-house financial notes to pay them, people briefed on the matter said - a seismic shift away from a practice that helped power

November 14, 2025
BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|World

Cartier-owner Richemont beats quarterly sales forecast as sales jump 14%

Cartier-owner Richemont reported better-than-expected quarterly sales on Friday, as the Geneva-based luxury group awaited the outcome of tariff negotiations between Switzerland and

November 14, 2025
Cartier-owner Richemont beats quarterly sales forecast as sales jump 14%
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

South Korea, US sign MOU on $350 billion strategic investment, Seoul says

South Korea and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding to realise $350 billion in strategic investments in various industries in the U.S., South Korea's Industry

November 14, 2025
South Korea, US sign MOU on $350 billion strategic investment, Seoul says
Business|Economy|Finance|World

China's economy jolted by weakest factory output, retail sales growth in over a year

China's factory output and retail sales grew at their weakest pace in over a year in October, piling pressure on policymakers to revamp the $19 trillion export-driven

November 14, 2025
China's economy jolted by weakest factory output, retail sales growth in over a year
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's core inflation likely accelerated in October for 2nd straight month: Reuters poll

Japan's core consumer inflation probably accelerated in October for the second straight month, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, as smaller energy subsidies compared with a year

November 14, 2025
Japan's core inflation likely accelerated in October for 2nd straight month: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets tumble as Fed cut hangs in the balance

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter It has been a wrenching 24 hours for markets as traders reined in expectations that the U.S.

November 14, 2025
Markets tumble as Fed cut hangs in the balance
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Japan's fight with yen bears dulled by Takaichi's doves

As Japanese authorities once again battle a slide in the yen, their efforts this time are struggling for traction, undermined by new prime minister Sanae Takaichi's

November 14, 2025
Japan's fight with yen bears dulled by Takaichi's doves
Business|Economy|Political|World

US, South Korea release details of trade deal

Here are some of the details released on Friday by the U.S. and South Korea on a trade deal. The two countries released a joint fact sheet on the summit meeting last month between U.S.

October 29, 2025
US, South Korea release details of trade deal
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles

The U.S. government has hired 50,000 employees since President Donald Trump took office, his top personnel official said, with the new staff largely in national

November 14, 2025
US hires 50,000 federal workers under Trump, boosting immigration roles
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

SMIC says worries over memory shortage prompt customers to hold back Q1 orders

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November 14, 2025
SMIC says worries over memory shortage prompt customers to hold back Q1 orders
Business|Economy|Technology|World

South Korea to boost EV subsidies in 2026 to help auto industry weather US tariffs

South Korea's government said on Friday it would boost subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs) by 20% next year as part of a package to help the country's auto industry weather risks

November 14, 2025
South Korea to boost EV subsidies in 2026 to help auto industry weather US tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

Amazon, Microsoft back effort to curb Nvidia's exports to China, WSJ reports

Amazon is joining Microsoft in backing legislation to further restrict chipmaker Nvidia's ability to export chips to China, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people

November 14, 2025
Amazon, Microsoft back effort to curb Nvidia's exports to China, WSJ reports
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of America, Bank of New York Mellon seek to end Epstein lawsuits

Bank of America and Bank of New York Mellon asked a federal judge on Thursday to dismiss lawsuits accusing them of knowingly aiding Jeffrey Epstein's sex

November 14, 2025
Bank of America, Bank of New York Mellon seek to end Epstein lawsuits
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's October new home prices fall at fastest pace in a year

China's new home prices fell at the fastest monthly pace in a year in October, official data showed on Friday, highlighting persistently weak demand in

November 14, 2025
China's October new home prices fall at fastest pace in a year
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Singapore Airlines CEO says not expecting major impact from Boeing 777-9 delay

Singapore Airlines is not expecting a major impact from the delay in delivery of Boeing 777-9 planes, CEO Goh Choon Phong said on Friday.

November 14, 2025
Singapore Airlines CEO says not expecting major impact from Boeing 777-9 delay
Business|Economy|World

South Korea, U.S. agree on trade, security deal, nuclear subs, Lee says

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Friday South Korea and U.S. had finalised a joint fact sheet on agreements on trade and security issues after his summit with U.S.

November 14, 2025
South Korea, U.S. agree on trade, security deal, nuclear subs, Lee says
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Nissan to cut jobs at European regional office as part of global overhaul

Nissan will eliminate 87 positions at its European regional office in France, a company document and internal emails showed, as part of

November 14, 2025
Nissan to cut jobs at European regional office as part of global overhaul
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IMF sees Thai GDP growth at 1.6% in 2026

Thailand's economic growth is projected to reach 2.1% this year and then slow to 1.6% in 2026 in the face of increasing economic headwinds, the International Monetary Fund said. 

November 14, 2025
IMF sees Thai GDP growth at 1.6% in 2026
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson

First-term Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell conceded his reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson on Thursday, handing another victory to leftist Democrats around the country frustrated with unaffordability, homelessness, public safety and the actions of President Donald Trump’s administration

November 13, 2025
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson
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Trump administration prepares tariff exemptions in bid to lower food prices, NYT reports

U.S.

November 13, 2025
Trump administration prepares tariff exemptions in bid to lower food prices, NYT reports
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Highlights of US framework trade deals with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala

The United States on Thursday announced framework agreements with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala that will see Washington

November 14, 2025
Highlights of US framework trade deals with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala
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Colombia's Ecopetrol to execute $6.3 billion in investments in 2025, drill five additional wells

Colombia's state-run energy company Ecopetrol ECO.CN expects to execute about $6.3 billion in investments in 2025, equivalent to 90% of its target, executives

November 14, 2025
Colombia's Ecopetrol to execute $6.3 billion in investments in 2025, drill five additional wells
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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket deploys Mars satellites, sticks booster landing

The giant New Glenn rocket from billionaire Jeff Bezos' space company Blue Origin launched from Florida on its debut mission for

November 13, 2025
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket deploys Mars satellites, sticks booster landing
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Trump administration revokes Biden-era limits on Alaska oil drilling

The Trump administration on Thursday finalized its rollback of Biden-era limits on oil and gas drilling in an Alaska area that is the nation's largest tract of undisturbed public land.

November 13, 2025
Trump administration revokes Biden-era limits on Alaska oil drilling
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Crash victims' families appeal US judge's decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case

Families of some victims of two Boeing 737 MAX plane crashes that killed 346 people asked a U.S. appeals court on Thursday to reverse a judge's decision to

November 13, 2025
Crash victims' families appeal US judge's decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case
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Morgan Stanley questioned by US House panel over Zijin Gold IPO in Hong Kong 

Morgan Stanley's underwriting of Zijin Gold International's Hong Kong IPO placed it and its U.S. investors at risk of regulatory, financial and

November 13, 2025
Morgan Stanley questioned by US House panel over Zijin Gold IPO in Hong Kong 
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US airlines reduce flight cuts for Friday despite 6% FAA order

U.S. airlines have cut far fewer flights for Friday than the requirement that they cut 6% of domestic flights at the 40 busiest American airports, according

November 13, 2025
US airlines reduce flight cuts for Friday despite 6% FAA order
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Merck nearing deal for Cidara, FT reports

Merck is closing in on a deal to buy Cidara Therapeutics in a deal valuing the biotechnology company at a premium to its $3.3 billion market capitalization, the Financial Times reported on

November 13, 2025
Merck nearing deal for Cidara, FT reports
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Brazil expects US to answer proposal regarding tariffs possibly as soon as Friday, minister says

The United States is analyzing the negotiation proposal sent by Brazil regarding tariffs and a response is expected soon, the Brazilian foreign minister said on Thursday, citing

November 13, 2025
Brazil expects US to answer proposal regarding tariffs possibly as soon as Friday, minister says
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US weekly jobless claims edge down, Haver Analytics estimates

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits eased slightly last week, Haver Analytics estimated on Thursday, pointing to stable

November 13, 2025
US weekly jobless claims edge down, Haver Analytics estimates
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US to remove tariffs on some products from Ecuador, Argentina, Guatemala and El Salvador

The United States said on Thursday it will remove tariffs on some foods and other imports from Argentina, Ecuador, Guatemala and El Salvador

November 13, 2025
US to remove tariffs on some products from Ecuador, Argentina, Guatemala and El Salvador
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Rio Tinto signs 15-year renewable power deal with U.S. based TerraGen

Rio Tinto said on Friday its Kennecott operation in Utah, U.S., has signed a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement with TerraGen to source renewable energy from a new wind farm in Texas.

November 13, 2025
Rio Tinto signs 15-year renewable power deal with U.S. based TerraGen
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Trump will attend Davos forum in 2026, White House official says

U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, next year, according to a White House official.

November 13, 2025
Trump will attend Davos forum in 2026, White House official says
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Thai economic growth likely slowed sharply in Q3 on weak consumption: Reuters poll

Thailand's economic growth likely slowed sharply last quarter as weak household spending and ongoing domestic uncertainty offset gains from exports, a Reuters

November 14, 2025
Thai economic growth likely slowed sharply in Q3 on weak consumption: Reuters poll
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UK's jobs downturn abates slightly ahead of budget, survey shows

The downturn in Britain's labour market abated slightly last month as recruiters reported the first increase in demand for temporary staff in over a year, a survey

November 14, 2025
UK's jobs downturn abates slightly ahead of budget, survey shows
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Under Armour parts ways with Steph Curry as restructuring gathers pace

Under Armour and Stephen Curry have parted ways, ending over a decade-long partnership between the NBA star and the sportswear company.

November 13, 2025
Under Armour parts ways with Steph Curry as restructuring gathers pace
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Business jet that crashed in Michigan was flown after pilots chose not to wait for a test pilot, NTSB says

Business jet that crashed in Michigan was flown after pilots chose not to wait for a test pilot, NTSB says

November 13, 2025
Business jet that crashed in Michigan was flown after pilots chose not to wait for a test pilot, NTSB says
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Cuba fights to contain spread of mosquito-borne chikungunya virus

Cuba is fighting a wave of mosquito-borne illnesses including dengue and chikungunya virus that have swept the island in recent weeks, affecting nearly one-third of the population

November 13, 2025
Cuba fights to contain spread of mosquito-borne chikungunya virus
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Trading Day: Fed hopes melt, stocks sink

Wall Street tumbled and Treasury yields rose on Thursday as expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month faded rapidly, while the dollar

November 13, 2025
Trading Day: Fed hopes melt, stocks sink
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Cuba accuses US-funded media outlet of economic terrorism, manipulating exchange rate

Cuba on Thursday alleged that U.S.-funded media outlet El Toque was manipulating Cuba's informal exchange rate to foment unrest on the island at a time when a

November 13, 2025
Cuba accuses US-funded media outlet of economic terrorism, manipulating exchange rate
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You can end a shutdown overnight — but you can’t reopen a government that fast

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history may be officially over, but getting everything back up and running won't happen all at once

November 13, 2025
You can end a shutdown overnight — but you can’t reopen a government that fast
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Pfizer slashes stake in COVID vaccine partner BioNTech

Pfizer Inc said on Thursday it sold a part of its stake in German drugmaker BioNTech SE, more than five years after both firms formed an alliance that yielded a vaccine to combat the deadly

November 13, 2025
Pfizer slashes stake in COVID vaccine partner BioNTech
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JBS profit falls amid still-challenging US market environment

JBS, the world's largest meat company, reported a net profit fall in the third quarter in spite of a rise in global net sales amid a still-

November 13, 2025
JBS profit falls amid still-challenging US market environment
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Apple and OpenAI must face X Corp's lawsuit for now, US judge rules

Apple and ChatGPT maker OpenAI on Thursday failed to convince a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit by Elon Musk’s X Corp accusing them of conspiring to monopolize markets

November 13, 2025
Apple and OpenAI must face X Corp's lawsuit for now, US judge rules
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Applied Materials sees weaker China spending in 2026 on tighter US curbs

Applied Materials said on Thursday it expects spending on chipmaking equipment in China to fall in 2026 as tighter U.S. export controls limit its market access, with overall revenue

November 13, 2025
Applied Materials sees weaker China spending in 2026 on tighter US curbs
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Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala

The Trump administration has announced trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Guatemala

November 13, 2025
Trump administration says it has trade frameworks with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala
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Airlines are optimistic about a quick recovery ahead of Thanksgiving once the FAA ends flight cuts

Airlines are optimistic they can resume normal operations within a few days once the government lifts its order to cut some flights at 40 busy airports

November 13, 2025
Airlines are optimistic about a quick recovery ahead of Thanksgiving once the FAA ends flight cuts
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Fed's Kashkari wanted rate-cut pause in October, reports Bloomberg News

Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari told Bloomberg News in an interview on Thursday that he did not support the Fed's interest-rate cut in October given the economy's

November 13, 2025
Fed's Kashkari wanted rate-cut pause in October, reports Bloomberg News
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Families brace for continued gaps in Head Start service despite government reopening

Families and staff who rely on the federal preschool program Head Start may have to wait even longer to return to their centers even though the 43-day government shutdown ended Wednesday night

November 13, 2025
Families brace for continued gaps in Head Start service despite government reopening
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US corporate bankruptcies set to hit 15-year high amid credit jitters, S&P data shows

Large U.S. corporate bankruptcies are on pace to hit their highest level in 15 years, S&P Global data showed on Thursday, underscoring mounting stress across corporate America at a

November 13, 2025
US corporate bankruptcies set to hit 15-year high amid credit jitters, S&P data shows
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White House hosts oil, biofuel talks as Trump administration nears decision on refinery waivers

The White House this week held separate meetings with oil refiners and biofuel producers as it seeks to resolve a long-running dispute over billions of gallons of U.S.

November 13, 2025
White House hosts oil, biofuel talks as Trump administration nears decision on refinery waivers
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Ubisoft delays half-year results, requests trading suspension

French video game publisher Ubisoft said on Thursday it was postponing the publication of its half-year earnings and requested Euronext suspend trading of its shares and

November 13, 2025
Ubisoft delays half-year results, requests trading suspension
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Digital lender Nubank posts Q3 income beat, record profitability

Nu Holdings, the listed entity which runs Brazilian digital lender Nubank, posted on Thursday an increase in its third-quarter net income driven by its Brazilian

November 13, 2025
Digital lender Nubank posts Q3 income beat, record profitability
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The longest US government shutdowns

The U.S. government shutdown ended on its 43rd day on Thursday, the longest in history and breaking a record set in 2019 during President Donald Trump's first term in office.

October 01, 2025
The longest US government shutdowns
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Equities tumble, bond prices dip as hopes fade for Fed rate cut in December

Wall Street indexes suffered their biggest one-day decline in a month on Thursday, pushing down MSCI's global equities gauge while U.S.

November 13, 2025
Equities tumble, bond prices dip as hopes fade for Fed rate cut in December
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Some Korean workers detained in Georgia immigration raid have returned to their jobs at Hyundai site

Some of the more than 300 South Korean workers detained in an immigration raid at Hyundai's sprawling manufacturing site in Georgia have returned to their U.S. jobs two months later

November 13, 2025
Some Korean workers detained in Georgia immigration raid have returned to their jobs at Hyundai site
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Federal workers question whether the longest government shutdown was worth their sacrifice

Federal workers are expressing relief and frustration as the longest government shutdown has come to an end

November 13, 2025
Federal workers question whether the longest government shutdown was worth their sacrifice
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States scramble to send full SNAP food benefits to millions of people after government shutdown ends

State officials are working to restore full SNAP benefits to millions of people after the long U.S. government shutdown has finally ended

November 13, 2025
States scramble to send full SNAP food benefits to millions of people after government shutdown ends
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Wall Street drops to one of its worst days since April on worries about AI stocks and interest rates

The U.S. stock market tumbled to one of its worst days since its springtime sell-off

November 13, 2025
Wall Street drops to one of its worst days since April on worries about AI stocks and interest rates
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Carlyle exploring options to buy Lukoil foreign assets, sources say

U.S. private equity firm Carlyle is exploring options to buy Russian oil major Lukoil's foreign assets, three sources familiar with the situation

November 13, 2025
Carlyle exploring options to buy Lukoil foreign assets, sources say
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US to pay $10,000 bonuses for exemplary TSA officers during shutdown

The head of the U.S.

November 13, 2025
US to pay $10,000 bonuses for exemplary TSA officers during shutdown
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Striking Boeing workers approve labor deal, ending 101-day-long walkout

Striking workers at Boeing Defense's St.

November 13, 2025
Striking Boeing workers approve labor deal, ending 101-day-long walkout
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Wall Street tumbles as Nvidia slides, investors fret that Fed may slow rate cuts

Wall Street ended sharply lower on Thursday, with steep losses in Nvidia and other AI heavyweights, as investors scaled back expectations of interest rate cuts due to

November 13, 2025
Wall Street tumbles as Nvidia slides, investors fret that Fed may slow rate cuts
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Living costs, mortgages on the menu at White House dinner with top execs, sources say

Rising living costs and expanding home ownership were among the issues U.S.

November 13, 2025
Living costs, mortgages on the menu at White House dinner with top execs, sources say
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Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress

The Justice Department has sued to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters, joining a legal battle that could determine which party wins control of the U.S. House in 2026

November 13, 2025
Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress
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Saudi to bolster trade with Lebanon after drug smuggling curbed

Saudi Arabia plans imminently to boost commercial ties with Lebanon after Lebanese authorities demonstrated "efficacy" in curbing drug smuggling to the kingdom over

November 13, 2025
Saudi to bolster trade with Lebanon after drug smuggling curbed
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Fed's December rate cut looks increasingly like a toss-up

Citing worries about inflation and signs of relative stability in the labor market after two U.S. interest rate cuts this year, a

November 13, 2025
Fed's December rate cut looks increasingly like a toss-up
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Verizon to cut about 15,000 jobs as new CEO restructures, source says

Verizon's new CEO is planning to cut about 15,000 jobs in the U.S. telecommunications company's largest ever layoffs, a person

November 13, 2025
Verizon to cut about 15,000 jobs as new CEO restructures, source says
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US dollar drops as government reopens after record shutdown

The U.S. dollar dipped on Thursday as the U.S. government reopened, leaving traders grappling with the long-term impact the shutdown will have on trust in the U.S

November 12, 2025
US dollar drops as government reopens after record shutdown
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Oil prices steady after steep losses in previous session

(Corrects second bullet point, paragraph 8 and paragraph 10 in November 13 story to remove attribution to OPEC and make clear the surplus projection is implied according to a Reuters calculation based

November 13, 2025
Oil prices steady after steep losses in previous session
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Wall Street has its worst day in a month as traders dial back expectations for Fed rate cuts

Wall Street has its worst day in a month as traders dial back expectations for Fed rate cuts

November 13, 2025
Wall Street has its worst day in a month as traders dial back expectations for Fed rate cuts
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Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling

The Trump administration has finalized a plan to open the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling, renewing long-simmering debate over whether to drill in one of the nation’s most sensitive wilderness areas

October 23, 2025
Trump administration finalizes plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling
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Boeing defense workers ratify new contract to end 3-month strike in the Midwest

Boeing machinists on Thursday approved a five-year labor agreement to end a strike that began on Aug. 4 at three Midwest plants

November 13, 2025
Boeing defense workers ratify new contract to end 3-month strike in the Midwest
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IRS boosts contribution limits for 401(k) retirement plan savers

Americans will be allowed to contribute more of their money to 401(k) and similar retirement saving plans next year

November 13, 2025
IRS boosts contribution limits for 401(k) retirement plan savers
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German budget committee passes 2026 defence budget, defence ministry says

Germany's budget committee approved on Thursday the defence budget and the economic plan for the Bundeswehr special fund for 2026, with a total volume of more than 108 billion euros

November 13, 2025
German budget committee passes 2026 defence budget, defence ministry says
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IMF says Jamaica has buffers to finance immediate disaster-related needs

The International Monetary Fund said it was closely monitoring developments in Jamaica and Haiti on Thursday following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, adding that

November 13, 2025
IMF says Jamaica has buffers to finance immediate disaster-related needs
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Disney warns of potentially long dispute with YouTube TV, shares fall

Walt Disney signaled on Thursday it was girding for a potentially prolonged fight with YouTube TV over distribution of its television

November 13, 2025
Disney warns of potentially long dispute with YouTube TV, shares fall
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European officials consider pooling dollars to lessen Fed reliance after Trump shocks

European financial stability officials are debating whether to create an alternative to Federal

November 13, 2025
European officials consider pooling dollars to lessen Fed reliance after Trump shocks
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Fed's Hammack says restrictive monetary policy needed to cool inflation

By Michael S.

November 13, 2025
Fed's Hammack says restrictive monetary policy needed to cool inflation
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Minnesota man kills co-worker with sledgehammer, saying he didn't like her, charges say

Minnesota man kills co-worker with sledgehammer, saying he didn't like her, charges say

November 13, 2025
Minnesota man kills co-worker with sledgehammer, saying he didn't like her, charges say
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Republicans promised health care negotiations after the shutdown, but Democrats are wary

Now that the government shutdown is over, House and Senate Republicans say they'll negotiate with Democrats on whether to extend COVID-era tax credits that help tens of millions of Americans afford their health care premiums

November 13, 2025
Republicans promised health care negotiations after the shutdown, but Democrats are wary
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A judge said Luigi Mangione could have a laptop to view evidence in jail. He still hasn't gotten it

Months after a judge said Luigi Mangione could have a laptop in jail to review evidence, lawyers for the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson say the device has yet to be delivered

November 13, 2025
A judge said Luigi Mangione could have a laptop to view evidence in jail. He still hasn't gotten it
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AT&T reached a $177M data breach settlement. What consumers should know about claiming their money

AT&T has reached a combined $177 million settlement over two data breaches

November 13, 2025
AT&T reached a $177M data breach settlement. What consumers should know about claiming their money
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Starbucks workers kick off 65-store US strike on company's busy Red Cup Day

More than 1,000 unionized Starbucks workers are on strike Thursday at 65 U.S. stores

November 12, 2025
Starbucks workers kick off 65-store US strike on company's busy Red Cup Day
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401(k), IRA contribution limits get a bump up

401(k), IRA contribution limits get a bump up

November 13, 2025
401(k), IRA contribution limits get a bump up
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San Diego Padres could be up for sale as Seidler family considers options

The family of the late San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler is exploring the possibility of selling the franchise

November 13, 2025
San Diego Padres could be up for sale as Seidler family considers options
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IMF says market conditions are opportunity for Argentina to accumulate reserves

Current benign international financial market conditions are an opportunity for Argentina to accelerate its accumulation of international reserves, the International Monetary Fund said on

November 13, 2025
IMF says market conditions are opportunity for Argentina to accumulate reserves
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US companies step up job cuts amid uncertain economy

U.S. companies across sectors are intensifying job cuts, extending a trend of workforce reductions from 2024, as they prioritize cost-savings and streamline operations amid a challenging

February 26, 2025
US companies step up job cuts amid uncertain economy
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Starbucks union baristas walk out on Red Cup Day in push for contract talks

More than 1,000 Starbucks unionized baristas in over 40 U.S. cities launched an indefinite strike on Thursday, intensifying their push for a

November 13, 2025
Starbucks union baristas walk out on Red Cup Day in push for contract talks
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UBS takeover of Credit Suisse pushed up Swiss banks' funding costs, SNB says

Swiss banks have to pay more currently to secure liquidity in the financial markets than two years ago, the Swiss National Bank said on Thursday, pointing to the 2023 collapse of

November 13, 2025
UBS takeover of Credit Suisse pushed up Swiss banks' funding costs, SNB says
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Brazil trims 2025 growth, inflation forecasts amid slowdown

Brazil's Finance Ministry on Thursday trimmed its 2025 economic growth forecast to 2.2% from 2.3%, citing weaker than previously expected third-quarter results that also weighed on

November 13, 2025
Brazil trims 2025 growth, inflation forecasts amid slowdown
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Portuguese government calls for labour reform dialogue as strike looms

Portugal's minority centre-right government said on Thursday it was open to talks with unions, which have called a general strike next month over a planned overhaul of labour laws

November 13, 2025
Portuguese government calls for labour reform dialogue as strike looms
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LKQ taps Bank of America to sell specialty parts business, sources say

Auto parts supplier LKQ is planning to sell Keystone Automotive Industries, its specialty parts division, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters,

November 13, 2025
LKQ taps Bank of America to sell specialty parts business, sources say
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Nexperia customers in talks over workaround to skirt Europe-China chip feud, sources say

Customers of Chinese-owned Dutch chipmaker Nexperia are working with the company on a workaround to bypass a feud between the Europe-based unit and its packaging

November 13, 2025
Nexperia customers in talks over workaround to skirt Europe-China chip feud, sources say
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US government opens back up but deep political divisions remain

The U.S. government is due to lumber back to life on Thursday after the longest shutdown in U.S. history snarled air traffic, cut food

November 13, 2025
US government opens back up but deep political divisions remain
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Average US long-term mortgage rate rises again, inching up to 6.24%

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher for the second week in a row, hovering near its low point so far this year

November 13, 2025
Average US long-term mortgage rate rises again, inching up to 6.24%
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Workers turn to 'polyworking' to combat frozen salaries and inflation

Working professionals in the U.S. are taking on side jobs to supplement their incomes amid frozen salaries, inflation and fear of layoffs

November 13, 2025
Workers turn to 'polyworking' to combat frozen salaries and inflation
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EU renews demand that Ukraine crack down on corruption in wake of major energy scandal

European Union officials are warning Ukraine that it must keep cracking down on graft in the wake of a major corruption scandal that could hurt the country’s ability to attract financial help

November 13, 2025
EU renews demand that Ukraine crack down on corruption in wake of major energy scandal
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The body of a coal miner has been found in a flooded West Virginia mine, the governor says

Gov. Patrick Morrisey says crews have found the body of a coal miner missing for days after a mine flooded in West Virginia

November 13, 2025
The body of a coal miner has been found in a flooded West Virginia mine, the governor says
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The unprecedented government shutdown will weigh on a US economy already under stress

The six-week government shutdown that came to an end late Wednesday will be another drag on an economy already facing many challenges, though the full impact will take months to measure

November 13, 2025
The unprecedented government shutdown will weigh on a US economy already under stress
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Cash App's Moneybot might know your spending habits better than you do

Cash App has introduced Moneybot, a new financial services chatbot that will be integrated into its banking app this winter

November 13, 2025
Cash App's Moneybot might know your spending habits better than you do
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Crypto-focused Grayscale reveals 20% revenue drop in US IPO filing

Grayscale reported a 20% drop in revenue in the first nine months of 2025, the crypto-focused asset manager disclosed in its U.S. initial public offering paperwork on

November 13, 2025
Crypto-focused Grayscale reveals 20% revenue drop in US IPO filing
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Elon Musk says report on xAI's $15 billion fundraise is 'false'

Billionaire Elon Musk on Thursday said on X the CNBC report of his artificial intelligence startup xAI raising $15 billion in a series E funding round was "false."

November 13, 2025
Elon Musk says report on xAI's $15 billion fundraise is 'false'
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US judge denies motions to disqualify officers, advisers involved in Citgo auction

A U.S. judge has denied motions filed by Venezuela and Gold Reserve to disqualify him, a court officer and two advising firms overseeing an auction of shares in

November 13, 2025
US judge denies motions to disqualify officers, advisers involved in Citgo auction
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Michael Burry of 'Big Short' fame is closing his hedge fund

Michael Burry, the investor whose successful bets against the U.S. housing market in 2008 were recounted in the movie "The

November 13, 2025
Michael Burry of 'Big Short' fame is closing his hedge fund
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Moody's downgrades Nike's debt ratings on cost pressures

Credit rating agency Moody's Ratings has downgraded several of global footwear and apparel retailer Nike's debt ratings.

November 13, 2025
Moody's downgrades Nike's debt ratings on cost pressures
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IMF to start mission to Ukraine soon, stresses need for anti-corruption efforts

The International Monetary Fund will soon begin a staff mission to Ukraine to discuss its financing needs and a potential new lending program,

November 13, 2025
IMF to start mission to Ukraine soon, stresses need for anti-corruption efforts
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'Not been pretty': Novo Nordisk faces rare shareholder rebuke over board shake-up

Novo Nordisk faces a shareholder backlash on Friday as the Danish drugmaker's minority investors prepare a protest vote against

November 13, 2025
'Not been pretty': Novo Nordisk faces rare shareholder rebuke over board shake-up
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Tracking Starbucks' battles with workers union

More than 1,000 Starbucks unionized baristas launched an open-ended strike on Thursday, intensifying their push for a collective bargaining agreement over pay and other benefits at the

November 13, 2025
Tracking Starbucks' battles with workers union
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Young Ukrainian men needed at home, Germany's Merz tells Zelenskiy

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy that he needed to ensure that young men from Ukraine do not come to Germany in large numbers, in what he

November 13, 2025
Young Ukrainian men needed at home, Germany's Merz tells Zelenskiy
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Tesla recalls 10,500 Powerwall 2 batteries in US over fire risk

Tesla said on Thursday it is recalling about 10,500 units of its Powerwall 2 battery power systems in the U.S. for fire and burn hazards after receiving 22 reports of overheating. The U.S.

November 13, 2025
Tesla recalls 10,500 Powerwall 2 batteries in US over fire risk
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Pfizer completes up to $10 billion acquisition of Metsera

Pfizer on Thursday closed its up to $10 billion acquisition of Metsera after winning shareholder approval, gaining a foothold in the fast-growing obesity

November 13, 2025
Pfizer completes up to $10 billion acquisition of Metsera
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IMF sees signs of US economic strain but lack of data due to shutdown clouds picture

The International Monetary Fund is seeing signs of strain in the U.S. economy with fourth-quarter growth likely decelerating from previous forecasts, but a lack

November 13, 2025
IMF sees signs of US economic strain but lack of data due to shutdown clouds picture
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Fitch downgrades Aston Martin's ratings as US demand uncertain

Credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has downgraded British automaker Aston Martin's debt ratings, citing the luxury sports car maker's persistent negative cash flow

November 13, 2025
Fitch downgrades Aston Martin's ratings as US demand uncertain
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Can Peru reboot its Amazon oil? Pollution fallout and local opposition loom

Near a remote bend of the Patoyacu River in Peru's northern Amazon, Wilmer Macusi stood atop a rusty pipeline cutting through the jungle, swirling a

November 13, 2025
Can Peru reboot its Amazon oil? Pollution fallout and local opposition loom
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Citgo raises profit to $167 million, liquidity up to $2.75 billion

Citgo Petroleum's profit rose to $167 million in the third quarter from $100 million in the previous period, while the liquidity of the Venezuela-owned refiner

November 13, 2025
Citgo raises profit to $167 million, liquidity up to $2.75 billion
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Streaming and parks shine for Disney in Q4, but weakening in cable and at the box office

Disney’s fiscal fourth-quarter performance was mixed, as a weak performance from its television networks and some films was buffered by strength in its streaming business and theme parks

November 13, 2025
Streaming and parks shine for Disney in Q4, but weakening in cable and at the box office
Business|Economy|World

Fed's Daly open-minded on December rate cut amid balanced risks

Risks to the Federal Reserve's two goals of price stability and full employment are balanced now that the Fed has cut interest rates twice so far this year

November 13, 2025
Fed's Daly open-minded on December rate cut amid balanced risks
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US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Thursday the government would release the closely watched employment report for October, but without the jobless rate after a

November 13, 2025
US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says
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Wall Street opens lower as markets await data after federal reopening

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday, with investors awaiting indications on the U.S. economy and the monetary policy path after President Donald Trump signed a bill ending

November 13, 2025
Wall Street opens lower as markets await data after federal reopening
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Democrats more energized for 2026 elections than Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Democrats appear more fired up than Republicans about voting in next year's congressional elections following the party's victories in recent state and local

November 13, 2025
Democrats more energized for 2026 elections than Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Apple refused permission to appeal UK ruling on app store commissions

Apple was on Thursday refused permission to appeal against a London tribunal ruling that it abused its dominant position by charging app developers unfair commissions, though the

November 13, 2025
Apple refused permission to appeal UK ruling on app store commissions
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Aid agencies 'nowhere close' to meeting needs for displaced Sudanese, IOM chief says

The funding gap for aid agencies is accentuating Sudan's crisis, leaving them unable to help many of the tens of thousands of people fleeing from the Darfur city of al-

November 13, 2025
Aid agencies 'nowhere close' to meeting needs for displaced Sudanese, IOM chief says
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US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Thursday the government would release the closely watched employment report for October, but without the jobless rate after a

November 13, 2025
US October employment report will not include jobless rate, Hassett says
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No car? No problem. Building apartments near public transit could help address the housing crisis

Quantavia Smith, who was often homeless for a decade, now has a studio apartment in Los Angeles with easy access to public transit

November 13, 2025
No car? No problem. Building apartments near public transit could help address the housing crisis
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Black and Latino homeowners in Philly face discrimination when appraisers assess their properties

An unbiased appraisal is key to ensuring that homebuyers and those seeking to refinance a mortgage can do so under fair and equal conditions.

November 13, 2025
Black and Latino homeowners in Philly face discrimination when appraisers assess their properties
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Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech

While Trump scraps US climate policies, companies still face pressure from states, other countries and their customers. That pressure trickles down supply chains.

November 13, 2025
Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech
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Why rural Maine may back Democrat Graham Platner’s populism in the Senate campaign − but not his party

Whether Maine’s Graham Platner wins or loses, his campaign to knock off longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins already points to a deeper question: Can Democrats do more than rent rural authenticity?

November 13, 2025
Why rural Maine may back Democrat Graham Platner’s populism in the Senate campaign − but not his party
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RTX to take $300 million fourth quarter charge tied to pension buyout

RTX Corp said on Thursday it will incur non-cash pretax charge of about $300 million in the fourth quarter related to the transfer of $2.5 billion in pension obligations to a Prudential

November 13, 2025
RTX to take $300 million fourth quarter charge tied to pension buyout
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

21shares launches two US crypto index ETFs

21shares launched its first exchange-traded funds tracking the price of a basket of cryptocurrencies, including ethereum, solana and dogecoin, for U.S. investors, the Swiss

November 13, 2025
21shares launches two US crypto index ETFs
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Nissan considering car development with Honda in US, Nikkei reports

Nissan Motor is considering a joint project for vehicle and powertrain development with Honda Motor in the U.S., Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa told the Nikkei business daily on Thursday.

November 13, 2025
Nissan considering car development with Honda in US, Nikkei reports
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EU finance ministers agree using frozen Russian assets most effective way to fund Ukraine

By Bart H.

November 13, 2025
EU finance ministers agree using frozen Russian assets most effective way to fund Ukraine
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EU funnels fresh money to Ukraine for Naftogaz

Europe's top development banks and Ukrainian energy firm Naftogaz signed a deal on Thursday to provide hundreds of millions of euros to secure Ukraine's natural gas supply amid the

November 13, 2025
EU funnels fresh money to Ukraine for Naftogaz
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Norway wealth fund may invest in top defence firms after 21-year ban

Unnerved by the Ukraine war and U.S.

November 13, 2025
Norway wealth fund may invest in top defence firms after 21-year ban
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Science

USDA searched for terms like 'diversity,' 'climate modeling' to target grants for cancellation

The U.S.

November 13, 2025
USDA searched for terms like 'diversity,' 'climate modeling' to target grants for cancellation
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US 10-year Treasury yields priced for no inflation surprises, set to rise modestly: Reuters poll

U.S. 10-year Treasury yields, assuming no upside inflation surprises, are likely to rise modestly in coming months, according to a Reuters poll of market

November 13, 2025
US 10-year Treasury yields priced for no inflation surprises, set to rise modestly: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Major analyst and enterprise forecasts on the AI market

Technology executives and analysts expect artificial intelligence to generate hundreds of billions of dollars in value, yet forecasts for the market diverge significantly based on the

November 13, 2025
Major analyst and enterprise forecasts on the AI market
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping

A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping

November 13, 2025
A battle is brewing over the future of online shopping
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Counter-drone radar firm Chaos raises $510 million in defense tech boom

Counter-drone radar manufacturer Chaos Industries raised $510 million in a funding round that closed last month, the company's CEO said, the latest sign of booming

November 13, 2025
Counter-drone radar firm Chaos raises $510 million in defense tech boom
Economy|Political|Technology|World

Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China

Top Senate Democrats including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer took aim at the Trump administration for suspending a measure that blocked thousands of

November 13, 2025
Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China
Business|Economy|Environment

USDA data blackout fuels uncertainty ahead of upcoming crop report

A crop data blackout during the longest-ever U.S. government shutdown has led to the widest range of analyst estimates in a decade for corn and

November 13, 2025
USDA data blackout fuels uncertainty ahead of upcoming crop report
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|Technology|US

WeightWatchers to offer Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill after 2026 launch

WeightWatchers' CEO said on Wednesday it planned to offer Novo Nordisk's much-anticipated Wegovy in pill form if it is launched next year in the United States,

November 12, 2025
WeightWatchers to offer Novo Nordisk's Wegovy pill after 2026 launch
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Japan's 'megabanks' seen posting solid Q2 profits, on track for record annual earnings

Japan's three largest banking groups are expected to post

November 11, 2025
Japan's 'megabanks' seen posting solid Q2 profits, on track for record annual earnings
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Fed cut now a coin toss

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets With the U.S. government now reopening after a six-week hiatus, market attention

November 13, 2025
Fed cut now a coin toss
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EU investigates Google over concerns content is unfairly demoted in search results

European Union regulators are investigating Google for allegedly demoting media publishers' content in search results

November 13, 2025
EU investigates Google over concerns content is unfairly demoted in search results
Business|Economy|Travel

Flying will stay rough after the shutdown. Why? Spirit Airlines

Flying will stay rough after the shutdown. Why? Spirit Airlines

November 13, 2025
Flying will stay rough after the shutdown. Why? Spirit Airlines
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US, Switzerland close in on deal to ease Trump's crippling tariffs

The U.S. and Switzerland edged closer to a trade deal on Thursday to reduce President Donald Trump's crippling 39% tariffs on Swiss imports

November 13, 2025
US, Switzerland close in on deal to ease Trump's crippling tariffs
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Crime, migration and the specter of Tren de Aragua steer Chile’s election

Chileans are heading into Sunday’s presidential election consumed by fear over crime, immigration and organized gangs that have taken root in a few

November 13, 2025
Crime, migration and the specter of Tren de Aragua steer Chile’s election
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Google hit with EU antitrust investigation into its spam policy

Alphabet's Google was hit with an EU antitrust investigation into its spam policy on Thursday following complaints from publishers who say it has hurt their

November 13, 2025
Google hit with EU antitrust investigation into its spam policy
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Euro zone industrial output weak but skewed by Ireland, data shows

Euro zone industrial production rose far less in September than economists had predicted, though the big economies fared well and the shortfall was due to volatility among big

November 13, 2025
Euro zone industrial output weak but skewed by Ireland, data shows
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Regional Fed banks could be next front in Trump's pressure campaign

The historically routine process of reappointing the Federal Reserve's 12 regional bank presidents is being watched for signs of becoming the

November 13, 2025
Regional Fed banks could be next front in Trump's pressure campaign
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Analysis: Trump fact-checks himself on whether Americans pay for his tariffs

Analysis: Trump fact-checks himself on whether Americans pay for his tariffs

November 13, 2025
Analysis: Trump fact-checks himself on whether Americans pay for his tariffs
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Colombia’s ‘lost children’ remain open wound 40 years after deadly volcanic eruption

Maria Gladys Primo cannot hold back tears as she recalls the night of November 13, 1985, when she last saw her two young children, before a landslide of mud,

November 13, 2025
Colombia’s ‘lost children’ remain open wound 40 years after deadly volcanic eruption
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The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know

November 13, 2025
The Trump administration is ‘actively evaluating’ portable mortgages. What you need to know
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FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work

The Federal Aviation Administration says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work

November 13, 2025
FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work
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Cyberattack on car manufacturer hits UK growth in Q3 ahead of crucial budget

Economic growth in the U.K. slowed down to a near standstill in the third quarter of the year

November 13, 2025
Cyberattack on car manufacturer hits UK growth in Q3 ahead of crucial budget
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US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting

November 13, 2025
US lawmakers demand answers from Trump administration over Chinese chemical shipments to Iran following CNN reporting
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Cisco shares climb on strong AI-fueled equipment demand

Shares of Cisco Systems rose nearly 6% in early trading on Thursday, after the networking equipment maker raised its annual profit and revenue forecast on robust cloud demand.

November 13, 2025
Cisco shares climb on strong AI-fueled equipment demand
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China's Tencent says chip shortage curbs cloud growth despite strong Q3 results

Tencent on Thursday said chip shortages were constraining the growth of its cloud business as China's largest social media and gaming company prioritizes

November 13, 2025
China's Tencent says chip shortage curbs cloud growth despite strong Q3 results
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Burberry returns to growth as turnaround effort starts to bear fruit

Burberry posted its first quarter of growth in two years on Thursday as the British luxury brand's turnaround efforts started to bear fruit and

November 13, 2025
Burberry returns to growth as turnaround effort starts to bear fruit
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German court rejects shareholders' bid for more of Wirecard insolvency spoils

A German high court rejected a claim from shareholders in defunct payments company Wirecard who were seeking a bigger share of the firm's remaining assets.

November 13, 2025
German court rejects shareholders' bid for more of Wirecard insolvency spoils
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

European shares close lower with upcoming US data in focus; Siemens slides

European shares closed lower on Thursday, as investors shifted their focus to crucial U.S. economic data following the end of the nation's longest

November 13, 2025
European shares close lower with upcoming US data in focus; Siemens slides
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China’s securities regulatory chief seeks approval to step down, sources say

China's securities watchdog chief, Wu Qing, has sought approval to step down, sources with knowledge of the matter said, in what would be an abrupt and unexpected exit for a regulatory head

November 13, 2025
China’s securities regulatory chief seeks approval to step down, sources say
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Spain fines Musk's X $5.8 million in cryptoasset advertising case

Spain's stock market supervisor has fined Elon Musk-owned social media platform X 5 million euros ($5.8 million) for failing to make sure that a cryptoasset company that used X for

November 13, 2025
Spain fines Musk's X $5.8 million in cryptoasset advertising case
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

SMIC reports 29% increase in third-quarter profit

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November 13, 2025
SMIC reports 29% increase in third-quarter profit
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With markets underpricing risk, Europe must not ease bank regulation, ECB argues

Financial markets are underpricing geopolitical risks and nearly all euro zone banks are exposed to some extent, so weakening regulation now could jeopardize the sector's

November 13, 2025
With markets underpricing risk, Europe must not ease bank regulation, ECB argues
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China's October new bank loans fall sharply, missing forecast

New loans by Chinese banks fell sharply in October from the previous month and missed market expectations, as households and businesses remained wary of taking on more debt due to

November 13, 2025
China's October new bank loans fall sharply, missing forecast
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Tanzania president names new prime minister after disputed election

Tanzania's leader chose a longtime loyalist as prime minister on Thursday, after a disputed presidential election in the East African country prompted clashes in which rights groups say

November 13, 2025
Tanzania president names new prime minister after disputed election
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The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal

The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal

November 13, 2025
The government shutdown is over, but things are not back to normal
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‘Things are pretty crappy.’ 1 in 4 US households are living paycheck to paycheck

‘Things are pretty crappy.’ 1 in 4 US households are living paycheck to paycheck

November 13, 2025
‘Things are pretty crappy.’ 1 in 4 US households are living paycheck to paycheck
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

How the yen tripped up investors...again

Investors laid a record wager on Japan's yen rising to take advantage of a long-overdue economic revival that coincided with expectations for a U.S.

November 13, 2025
How the yen tripped up investors...again
Business|Economy|Europe|World

UK housing market slows as confidence falls ahead of budget, RICS survey shows

Britain's housing market lost steam last month as demand faded from buyers concerned about possible

November 13, 2025
UK housing market slows as confidence falls ahead of budget, RICS survey shows
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Hapag-Lloyd pledges to address costs as nine-month profit drops 50%

German container shipper Hapag-Lloyd posted a 50% drop in nine-month net profit to 846 million euros ($989 million) on Thursday and lowered the top end of its full-

November 13, 2025
Hapag-Lloyd pledges to address costs as nine-month profit drops 50%
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US proposal to halve biosimilar development costs for India's Biocon, top exec says

India's Biocon expects a 50% drop in costs for developing complex biosimilars as the United States has proposed to ease clinical testing for the drugs that make up more

November 13, 2025
US proposal to halve biosimilar development costs for India's Biocon, top exec says
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Airbnb turns to Spain's villages as cities tighten rules

Vacation rental firm Airbnb will invest in the promotion of inland towns across Spain over the next three years to tap into rural tourism, as major cities restrict short-term rentals

November 13, 2025
Airbnb turns to Spain's villages as cities tighten rules
Economy|Political|World

Iran's dual reality: As veil restrictions ease, political crackdown deepens

On Tehran's bustling streets, signs of change are unmistakable.

November 13, 2025
Iran's dual reality: As veil restrictions ease, political crackdown deepens
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

ACS, BlackRock to seal $27 billion data centre deal, report says

Spain's ACS is close to striking a 23 billion euro ($26.8 billion) partnership with BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners to develop data centres, newspaper Expansion reported

November 13, 2025
ACS, BlackRock to seal $27 billion data centre deal, report says
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German companies abroad are more optimistic than those at home, survey shows

Confidence among German firms outside Germany is rising significantly while it remains subdued among those at home, a survey by the association of German Chambers

November 13, 2025
German companies abroad are more optimistic than those at home, survey shows
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Deal after dinner as Trump signs end to shutdown

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook U.S.

November 13, 2025
Deal after dinner as Trump signs end to shutdown
Crime|Economy|Europe|World

German crackdown pushes Dutch ATM bandits towards Austria

For years, it was a common occurrence: Dutch bandits would drive to Germany and in the dead of night blow up ATMs, grab cash and speed back home on the Autobahn. 

November 13, 2025
German crackdown pushes Dutch ATM bandits towards Austria
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Holiday test looms as luxury brands chase elusive rebound

A surge in luxury stocks has piled pressure on fashion houses including LVMH and Gucci owner Kering to show that signs of recovery in the third quarter can translate

November 13, 2025
Holiday test looms as luxury brands chase elusive rebound
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Australia's green energy push, Pacific ties face setback from COP31 impasse

Australia risks undermining efforts to establish itself as a leader in the green energy transition and letting down its

November 13, 2025
Australia's green energy push, Pacific ties face setback from COP31 impasse
Business|Economy|Finance|World

UK economic growth disappoints in Q3 as JLR cyberattack hits

Britain's economy barely expanded in the third quarter, held back by September's cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover, according to data on

November 13, 2025
UK economic growth disappoints in Q3 as JLR cyberattack hits
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology

Italy’s Bending Spoons ready for IPO, warns of AI bubble

Italian tech company Bending Spoons could list as early as next year, when it expects to double adjusted earnings after buying video streaming platform Vimeo and web

November 13, 2025
Italy’s Bending Spoons ready for IPO, warns of AI bubble
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Vietnam's plan to ease high-tech subsidies worries South Korean investors 

South Korean companies, including Samsung Electronics, are worried about Vietnam's plan to reform incentives for the high-tech sector, warning it could lead to

November 13, 2025
Vietnam's plan to ease high-tech subsidies worries South Korean investors 
Business|Economy|World

US court temporarily blocks USDOT order to unwind Delta, Aeromexico joint venture

A U.S. appeals court late on Wednesday temporarily halted a government agency's order to force Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico to unwind a joint venture by

November 12, 2025
US court temporarily blocks USDOT order to unwind Delta, Aeromexico joint venture
Business|Economy|World

GE Vernova, Siemens Energy in talks to supply gas turbines for Syria reconstruction, sources say

U.S. firm GE Vernova and Germany's Siemens Energy are in talks to supply gas turbines to a $7 billion project aiming to rebuild

November 13, 2025
GE Vernova, Siemens Energy in talks to supply gas turbines for Syria reconstruction, sources say
Economy|Health|Political|World

President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption

President Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill that ends a record 43-day shutdown

November 12, 2025
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
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New Zealand beefs up ties with Niue amid Cook Islands row

New Zealand said on Thursday it would strengthen economic and diplomatic ties with Niue, a self-governing island nation in "free association" with it, after their leaders met in

November 13, 2025
New Zealand beefs up ties with Niue amid Cook Islands row
Business|Economy|Health|World

The Latest: Longest government shutdown in US history ends after 43 days as Trump signs funding bill

President Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill to end a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks

November 12, 2025
The Latest: Longest government shutdown in US history ends after 43 days as Trump signs funding bill
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President Trump signs bill to reopen government, ending longest shutdown in US history

President Trump signs bill to reopen government, ending longest shutdown in US history

November 12, 2025
President Trump signs bill to reopen government, ending longest shutdown in US history
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

What is Fusarium graminearum, the fungus a Chinese scientist pleaded guilty to smuggling into the US?

When Fusarium graminearum infects wheat, it can pose a risk to humans, animals and agriculture.

November 12, 2025
What is Fusarium graminearum, the fungus a Chinese scientist pleaded guilty to smuggling into the US?
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Taiwan economy could grow close to 6% this year, statistics chief says

Taiwan's economy could grow close to 6% this year given the unexpected strong performance in the third quarter, the head of the statistics agency said on Thursday, as the island

November 13, 2025
Taiwan economy could grow close to 6% this year, statistics chief says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licenses for immigrants

California state officials say they plan to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after discovering the expiration dates went past when the drivers were legally allowed to be in the U.S. The announcement follows harsh criticism from the Trump administration about California and other states granting licenses to people in the country illegally

November 12, 2025
California revokes 17,000 commercial driver's licenses for immigrants
Business|Economy|World

Japan's wholesale prices rise more than expected on sticky food inflation

Japan's wholesale prices rose more than expected in October as the cost of rice and other food remained stubbornly high, data showed on Thursday, keeping pressure on

November 13, 2025
Japan's wholesale prices rise more than expected on sticky food inflation
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Most emerging nations can realign trade to weather US tariffs, report finds

Most big emerging economies, including China, Brazil and India, can weather U.S. tariffs without excessive pain, a study by risk consultancy Verisk Maplecroft showed,

November 13, 2025
Most emerging nations can realign trade to weather US tariffs, report finds
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bank of Japan aims for wage-driven inflation, aligns with government view

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank is aiming for moderate inflation accompanied by wage rises and economic improvement, signalling that its goal

November 13, 2025
Bank of Japan aims for wage-driven inflation, aligns with government view
Economy|Political|US|World

How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown

How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown

November 13, 2025
How each House member voted on ending the government shutdown
Americas|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region

Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region

November 13, 2025
Venezuelans voice uncertainty, fear and skepticism after arrival of US aircraft carrier in region
Economy|Health|US

A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration

The longest government shutdown in history has come to an end, with almost no one happy with the final result

November 12, 2025
A historic shutdown is over. It leaves no winners and much frustration
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US House report accuses China of minerals market interference

China has sought to manipulate global critical minerals prices for decades, using its control as an economic weapon to expand its manufacturing sector

November 12, 2025
US House report accuses China of minerals market interference
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Backwater to breakout: Investors pivot to Australian small caps as blue-chip premiums bite

Long overlooked as the backwater of the Australian equity market, small-cap stocks are having their best run in over a decade due to strong earnings and growth

November 12, 2025
Backwater to breakout: Investors pivot to Australian small caps as blue-chip premiums bite
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Russia's Lavrov: We hope Washington will take no steps to escalate Ukraine conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in an interview published late on Wednesday that he hoped Washington would take no actions liable to escalate the Ukraine conflict.

November 13, 2025
Russia's Lavrov: We hope Washington will take no steps to escalate Ukraine conflict
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Rubio dismisses criticism of U.S. Caribbean strikes at G7 meeting

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Rubio dismisses criticism of U.S. Caribbean strikes at G7 meeting
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australia's jobs roar back in October, rate cut prospects tumble

Australian employment surged in October as firms took on more full-time workers, pulling the jobless rate down from a four-year high and bolstering a growing view that

November 13, 2025
Australia's jobs roar back in October, rate cut prospects tumble
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Southwest optimistic FAA will allow full schedule within days after shutdown ends

Southwest Airlines told employees Wednesday it is optimistic the Federal Aviation Administration will soon allow U.S. airlines to resume its full schedule.

November 12, 2025
Southwest optimistic FAA will allow full schedule within days after shutdown ends
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

Shah Capital pushes for Novavax sale, warns of proxy fight

Shah Capital, Novavax's second-largest shareholder, is pressing the biotech's board to pursue strategic changes, including a potential sale, and warned it

November 12, 2025
Shah Capital pushes for Novavax sale, warns of proxy fight
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Banco do Brasil cuts 2025 net income outlook as farmer defaults surge

Brazilian state-run lender Banco do Brasil on Wednesday lowered its outlook for adjusted net income this year, citing higher funding expenses and rising

November 12, 2025
Banco do Brasil cuts 2025 net income outlook as farmer defaults surge
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US retail holiday job postings slump, Indeed says

Retail-related job postings, including hospitality, retail shops and food services, dropped 16% in October compared to last year, according

November 12, 2025
US retail holiday job postings slump, Indeed says
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Relentless rise in carbon pollution from fossil fuels slightly dampens climate-fighting hopes

Scientists report that emissions from fossil fuels rose by 1.1% in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of a small increase

November 13, 2025
Relentless rise in carbon pollution from fossil fuels slightly dampens climate-fighting hopes
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G7 diplomats publicly show support for Ukraine but avoid contentious issues like trade

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies publicly showed their consensus on Ukraine and Sudan

November 12, 2025
G7 diplomats publicly show support for Ukraine but avoid contentious issues like trade
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All 14 victims identified from fiery UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville

A grandfather and his young granddaughter

November 12, 2025
All 14 victims identified from fiery UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville
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Cisco raises annual forecast on AI-driven demand for networking gear

Cisco Systems raised full-year forecast for profit and revenue on Wednesday, betting on robust demand for its networking equipment driven by multi-billion-dollar data center

November 12, 2025
Cisco raises annual forecast on AI-driven demand for networking gear
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Wall Street mixed, shutdown (almost) nixed

U.S. tech shares stumbled again but the Dow climbed to a new high on Wednesday as investors geared up for an end to the U.S. government shutdown, while

November 12, 2025
Wall Street mixed, shutdown (almost) nixed
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

New York Fed's Perli encourages use of Standing Repo Facility to deal with liquidity needs

By Michael S.

November 12, 2025
New York Fed's Perli encourages use of Standing Repo Facility to deal with liquidity needs
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Fed split deepens as Collins says she would hesitate to support another cut

Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins, who voted for both of the Fed's policy-rate reductions this year, said on Wednesday she sees a "relatively high bar" for

November 12, 2025
Fed split deepens as Collins says she would hesitate to support another cut
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FanDuel owner cuts profit forecast, to launch event contracts next month

Flutter, the world's largest online betting company, sharply cut its full-year profit growth forecast on Wednesday, primarily due to another long winning streak by gamblers that

November 12, 2025
FanDuel owner cuts profit forecast, to launch event contracts next month
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Trump eyes more domestic travel to tout economic agenda, affordability

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Trump eyes more domestic travel to tout economic agenda, affordability
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump is committed to a $2,000 dividend to Americans using tariff income-White House

President Donald Trump is committed to providing Americans a $2,000 check using money that has come into government coffers from Trump's tariffs, the White House said on

November 12, 2025
Trump is committed to a $2,000 dividend to Americans using tariff income-White House
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Edgewell divests unit behind Stayfree, Playtex to Sweden's Essity for $340 million

Edgewell Personal Care has agreed to sell its North American feminine care business, which includes the likes of Stayfree sanitary napkins, to Swedish health and hygiene firm Essity for $

November 12, 2025
Edgewell divests unit behind Stayfree, Playtex to Sweden's Essity for $340 million
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Ex-Twitter CEO Agrawal's AI search startup Parallel raises $100 million 

AI startup Parallel Web Systems, founded by former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal, has raised $100 million to build web search infrastructure for artificial intelligence agents and

November 12, 2025
Ex-Twitter CEO Agrawal's AI search startup Parallel raises $100 million 
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US Senate to hold hearing on government shutdown impact on aviation safety

A U.S.

November 12, 2025
US Senate to hold hearing on government shutdown impact on aviation safety
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EU aims to accelerate crackdown on cheap Chinese parcels, FT reports

The European Union has called for a bloc-wide handling fee on small packages ordered online from platforms such as Shein, Temu and Alibaba to be imposed in early 2026, over two years

November 12, 2025
EU aims to accelerate crackdown on cheap Chinese parcels, FT reports
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These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroom

The White House's list of 37 donors to President Donald Trump's $300 million ballroom project includes crypto billionaires, powerful financiers, tobacco companies, tech giants, media companies, longtime Republican donors and several of the president’s neighbors in Florida

November 12, 2025
These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroom
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Chevron says it expects upside to current estimated oil resource in Guyana

Chevron said on Wednesday it expects that a prolific oilfield in Guyana could hold more than the current estimate of 11 billion barrels of oil equivalent in

November 12, 2025
Chevron says it expects upside to current estimated oil resource in Guyana
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Volkswagen says Rivian JV tech could extend to combustion cars in future

Volkswagen Group said on Wednesday the technology it is developing with U.S. electric-vehicle maker Rivian Automotive could eventually be used in

November 12, 2025
Volkswagen says Rivian JV tech could extend to combustion cars in future
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Dow notches record-high close while Amazon weighs on Nasdaq

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed on Wednesday, with the Dow notching a record-high close and the Nasdaq losing ground as investors rotated out of

November 12, 2025
Dow notches record-high close while Amazon weighs on Nasdaq
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US Treasurer strikes final pennies at Philadelphia Mint

U.S.

November 12, 2025
US Treasurer strikes final pennies at Philadelphia Mint
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Equities rise modestly, US bond yields dip with government reopen, interest rates in focus

MSCI's global equities index rose slightly on Wednesday while U.S.

November 12, 2025
Equities rise modestly, US bond yields dip with government reopen, interest rates in focus
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Wall Street drifts around its records as AMD rallies

U.S. stocks drifted around their records in a mixed day of trading

November 12, 2025
Wall Street drifts around its records as AMD rallies
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A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks

As United Nation climate talks get underway in Belem, a different kind of conference is kicking off: the People’s Summit, a gathering of activists, organizers, environmentalists and Indigenous groups from around the world

November 12, 2025
A flotilla kicks off the People's Summit for activists at UN climate talks
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White House says some economic data impaired by government shutdown

The White House said on Wednesday that October jobs and inflation data reports might never be released as a consequence of the government shutdown.

November 12, 2025
White House says some economic data impaired by government shutdown
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Hassett will stay in White House job if not chosen for Fed chair

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Wednesday that he would be able to get to work quickly as Federal Reserve chair due to his experience at the U.S. central bank,

November 12, 2025
Hassett will stay in White House job if not chosen for Fed chair
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US Labor Department urged to prioritize November employment, CPI data post-shutdown

The U.S.

November 12, 2025
US Labor Department urged to prioritize November employment, CPI data post-shutdown
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Citi ratchets up Venezuela debt bets as US pressure on Maduro builds

Venezuela's bonds could be worth 30%-60% more than at present if building U.S. pressure on President Nicolas Maduro ends up paving the way for what could be the world's biggest-ever

November 12, 2025
Citi ratchets up Venezuela debt bets as US pressure on Maduro builds
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Oil prices fall more than $2/bbl as OPEC says 2026 supply to match demand

Oil prices fell more than $2 a barrel on Wednesday, weighed down by an OPEC report saying global oil supply will match demand in 2026, marking a further shift from its

November 12, 2025
Oil prices fall more than $2/bbl as OPEC says 2026 supply to match demand
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Fed's Miran repeats call for less restrictive monetary policy

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran on Wednesday repeated his view that data showing inflation running above 2% is backward-looking and should not be taken at face value, and again

November 12, 2025
Fed's Miran repeats call for less restrictive monetary policy
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BP in active talks with Stonepeak over Castrol sale, sources say

BP is in talks with investment firm Stonepeak over the sale of its Castrol lubricants unit, according to two people with

November 12, 2025
BP in active talks with Stonepeak over Castrol sale, sources say
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White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting

The White House is exploring new measures to curb the influence of proxy advisers which conservatives have for years complained push liberal-leaning views,

November 12, 2025
White House explores rules that would upend shareholder voting
Business|Economy|Health

Novo Nordisk CEO signals new appetite for risk in obesity deals

When Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar learned in late September that Metsera had accepted a $7.3 billion rival bid from Pfizer, he was not

November 12, 2025
Novo Nordisk CEO signals new appetite for risk in obesity deals
Economy|Education|Health|Political

More Americans are unhappy with the way Trump is managing the government, AP-NORC poll shows

A new AP-NORC poll finds U.S. adults’ opinions of how President Donald Trump is managing the federal government have dropped sharply since early in his second term, highlighting the risks posed by the government shutdown and his efforts to reshape the federal workforce

November 12, 2025
More Americans are unhappy with the way Trump is managing the government, AP-NORC poll shows
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science|World

No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming

Melissa was just the latest blow, following close on the heels of Beryl. Many islands today have little time to recover before the next disaster hits.

November 12, 2025
No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming
Economy|Political|World

White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown

U.S. President Donald Trump hopes to sign the bill Wednesday night to end the government shutdown, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told a press conference.

November 12, 2025
White House says Trump hopes to sign bill Wednesday night to end shutdown
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Italy seeks faster introduction of EU levy on low-value parcels

The European Union needs to adopt "strong and fast" rules against the invasion of cheap and unregulated products, Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on Wednesday.

November 12, 2025
Italy seeks faster introduction of EU levy on low-value parcels
Business|Economy|Technology

Dayforce shareholders back Thoma Bravo's $12.3 billion take-private deal

Dayforce said that it has received an overwhelmingly positive stockholder vote for a proposed $12.3 billion buyout of the HR software provider by Thoma Bravo, a month after its largest

November 12, 2025
Dayforce shareholders back Thoma Bravo's $12.3 billion take-private deal
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Anthropic, Microsoft announce new AI data center projects as industry's construction push continues

Anthropic has announced a $50 billion investment in computing infrastructure, including new data centers in Texas and New York

November 12, 2025
Anthropic, Microsoft announce new AI data center projects as industry's construction push continues
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Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods

Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods

November 12, 2025
Denver turns asphalt into gardens to reduce flooding and reinvest in neighborhoods
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Record number of subprime borrowers miss car loan payments in October, data shows

The share of subprime borrowers at least 60 days behind on their auto loans rose to 6.65% in October, the highest level on record, according to Fitch Ratings data going back

November 12, 2025
Record number of subprime borrowers miss car loan payments in October, data shows
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel

South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Wednesday dismissed Benjamin Bol Mel as vice president and deputy leader of the ruling party, according to a decree read on state television,

November 12, 2025
South Sudan president sacks powerful vice president Bol Mel
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Trump to host JPMorgan's Dimon, other Wall Street CEOs at White House dinner

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Trump to host JPMorgan's Dimon, other Wall Street CEOs at White House dinner
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Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira met with U.S.

November 12, 2025
Brazil foreign minister meets Rubio to assess tariff talks, source says
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Bank of Canada governors agreed to look through choppy inflation, minutes show

Ahead of the Bank of Canada's rates decision on October 29, Governing Council decided to look

November 12, 2025
Bank of Canada governors agreed to look through choppy inflation, minutes show
Economy|Education

UNC Board of Trustees rejects proposed tuition increase for in-state undergraduates

UNC Board of Trustees rejects proposed tuition increase for in-state undergraduates

November 12, 2025
UNC Board of Trustees rejects proposed tuition increase for in-state undergraduates
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says

South Africa's leader says that U_S_ President Donald Trump’s decision that the United States government boycott the Group of 20 summit next weekend is “their loss."

November 12, 2025
Trump's decision that the US boycott the G20 summit is 'their loss,' South African president says
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations

Three paintings from public television legend Bob Ross have sold for over $600,000 at auction

November 12, 2025
A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations
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UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens

On the eve of a visit to London by U.S.

November 12, 2025
UK PM Starmer's authority shaken as rift with Labour lawmakers deepens
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on

Indigenous protesters on Wednesday defended charging the gates of Brazil's COP30 climate summit and clashing with

November 12, 2025
COP30 Indigenous protesters defend summit incursion as climate talks roll on
Business|Economy

US consumer finance watchdog proposes ending civil rights-era anti-discrimination requirements

The U.S. federal consumer finance watchdog on Wednesday proposed narrowing key civil-rights-era anti-discrimination requirements for the financial industry,

November 12, 2025
US consumer finance watchdog proposes ending civil rights-era anti-discrimination requirements
Arts|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Chasing the Louvre loot: Inside Antwerp's jewellery underworld

In the hours after the Louvre heist, Belgian police received an alert from their French counterparts, urging them to be on the lookout for

November 12, 2025
Chasing the Louvre loot: Inside Antwerp's jewellery underworld
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Waymo launches robotaxi freeway service in San Francisco, LA, Phoenix

Alphabet's Waymo said on Wednesday it will begin offering robotaxi rides that use freeways across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix, as it steps up expansion amid competition in the

November 12, 2025
Waymo launches robotaxi freeway service in San Francisco, LA, Phoenix
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US freezes flight cuts at 6% as air traffic control absences shrink

The Trump administration late on Wednesday froze government-imposed flight cuts at 40 major airports at 6% after air traffic control absences fell sharply,

November 12, 2025
US freezes flight cuts at 6% as air traffic control absences shrink
Business|Economy|Environment

Chevron targets 10% annual cash flow growth through 2030, higher cost-cutting

Chevron said on Wednesday that it plans to grow free cash flow by more than 10% annually through 2030 and increase oil and gas production, while further reducing

November 12, 2025
Chevron targets 10% annual cash flow growth through 2030, higher cost-cutting
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Delta sees strong current quarter despite flight disruptions

Delta Air Lines expects to have a strong fourth quarter despite flight disruptions caused by the federal government shutdown, the carrier's CEO Ed Bastian told CNBC on Wednesday.

November 12, 2025
Delta sees strong current quarter despite flight disruptions
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US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions

The U.S. on Wednesday sanctioned individuals and entities in several countries related to their support of Iran's ballistic missile and drone production, in the latest attempt to pressure

November 12, 2025
US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions
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Chile's Latam Airlines cancels 173 flights due to pilot strike

At least 173 flights have been canceled and 20,000 passengers affected after pilots for LATAM Airlines went on strike, the company said on Wednesday. 

November 12, 2025
Chile's Latam Airlines cancels 173 flights due to pilot strike
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US issues sanctions against Myanmar armed group over scams

The United States on Wednesday imposed financial sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for supporting a cyber scam operation that targeted Americans from territory it controls.

November 12, 2025
US issues sanctions against Myanmar armed group over scams
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Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest

Czech election winner, billionaire Andrej Babis, must tell the public how he will eliminate conflicts of interest stemming from his business activities before he is appointed prime

November 12, 2025
Czech president tells prime minister hopeful Babis to show how he will end conflicts of interest
Business|Economy|Finance|US

The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia

The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia

November 12, 2025
The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia
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Fed's Bostic favors no change in rates while inflation remains greater risk

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic on Wednesday said he favors leaving interest rates where they are until there is "clear evidence" that inflation is moving back to the U.S.

November 12, 2025
Fed's Bostic favors no change in rates while inflation remains greater risk
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Mega Millions jackpot grows to $965 million for Friday’s drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot is growing to $965 million for Friday’s drawing after lottery officials say no ticket matched all six numbers

November 12, 2025
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $965 million for Friday’s drawing
Business|Economy|Finance|US

With their government contracts in limbo, small businesses await a historic shutdown's end

The end of the longest U.S. government shutdown in history would be a relief for small businesses that depend on federal contracts or funding

November 12, 2025
With their government contracts in limbo, small businesses await a historic shutdown's end
Economy|Europe|Health|Political|World

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’

November 12, 2025
Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning ‘LGBTQ propaganda’
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|US

Toyota opens US battery plant, confirms $10 billion investment plan

Toyota Motor said on Wednesday it had begun production at its $13.9 billion North Carolina battery plant as it ramps up hybrid production and confirmed plans to invest $

November 12, 2025
Toyota opens US battery plant, confirms $10 billion investment plan
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Dollar mixed as US government looks to reopen, yen at nine-month low

The U.S. dollar dipped against the euro on Wednesday as traders evaluated what a flood of economic releases will mean for Federal Reserve interest rate policy

November 12, 2025
Dollar mixed as US government looks to reopen, yen at nine-month low
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets

Disney extends CFO Johnston's employment contract

Walt Disney has extended the employment contract of CFO Hugh Johnston by about two years as the media company undertakes a sweeping overhaul of its operations, with a renewed focus on its

November 12, 2025
Disney extends CFO Johnston's employment contract
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bessent says he will adjust US Treasury debt auctions gradually, safeguard stability

U.S.

November 12, 2025
Bessent says he will adjust US Treasury debt auctions gradually, safeguard stability
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US

AI startup Anthropic said on Wednesday it would invest $50 billion in building data centers in the U.S., the latest multi-billion-dollar outlay in the industry as companies race to expand

November 12, 2025
Anthropic to invest $50 billion to build data centers in US
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India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit

India's cabinet has approved spending 450.6 billion rupees ($5.1 billion) on support for exporters, including 200 billion rupees in

November 12, 2025
India approves $5.1 billion package for exporters after US tariffs hit
Economy|Political|World

French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform

French lawmakers voted to suspend a contested pension reform on Wednesday, as next year's budget bills inch through parliament under persistent threats to the government's survival.

November 12, 2025
French lawmakers vote to approve suspension of unpopular pension reform
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|World

Ukrainians flee southeastern front as fighting worsens

Bundled in layers of clothing and clutching her cane inside an evacuation van, 84-year-old Polina Plyushchii said the threat of drones and other weapons had made it too

November 12, 2025
Ukrainians flee southeastern front as fighting worsens
Economy|Political|World

Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court

Pakistan's parliament approved a constitutional amendment on Wednesday to expand the powers of the army chief and curb the remit of its Supreme Court, a move that

November 12, 2025
Pakistan parliament approves more powers for army chief, curbs top court
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Developer fee cuts not passed on to EU users, Apple says

Lower developer fees implemented by Apple to comply with European Union tech regulations have not reduced prices for users, the iPhone maker said on

November 12, 2025
Developer fee cuts not passed on to EU users, Apple says
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Chicagoans buy out street vendors amid a federal immigration crackdown

Across Chicago’s Latino neighborhoods, fear of a federal immigration crackdown has emptied the streets

November 12, 2025
Chicagoans buy out street vendors amid a federal immigration crackdown
Business|Economy|World

Atlanta Fed president Bostic to retire in February, opening seat on key committee

Raphael Bostic, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, is retiring at the end of his current term in February, opening up a new seat on the Fed’s interest-rate setting committee at a time that President Donald Trump is seeking to exert more control over the central bank

November 12, 2025
Atlanta Fed president Bostic to retire in February, opening seat on key committee
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals

November 12, 2025
Rumors swirl of a plot to oust Keir Starmer as the embattled British leader denies attacking his rivals
Economy|Election|Health|Political|Sports

Thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans enters the Kentucky Senate race

Longtime thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans has entered the Kentucky campaign to succeed retiring Republican Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate

November 12, 2025
Thoroughbred trainer Dale Romans enters the Kentucky Senate race
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm

The federal government shutdown has created delays in some states when it comes to the federal program that helps millions of families heat and cool their homes

November 12, 2025
Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

UK's FTSE 100 hits record close as US shutdown nears end

London's FTSE 100 logged a third consecutive record close, supported by gains in utilities and mining shares as investors welcomed signs of a potential end to the prolonged U.S. government

November 12, 2025
UK's FTSE 100 hits record close as US shutdown nears end
Business|Economy|Technology

GlobalFoundries expects upbeat quarter on demand for auto, data center chips

Contract chipmaker GlobalFoundries forecast fourth-quarter profit and revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, driven by strong demand from its clients in the automotive and data

November 12, 2025
GlobalFoundries expects upbeat quarter on demand for auto, data center chips
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is departing Delaware and reincorporating itself in Texas, the company said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday, citing the new business hub's growing

November 12, 2025
Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware
Business|Economy|World

German economic council cuts growth forecast for 2026

The German Council of Economic Experts on Wednesday cut its forecast for Europe's largest economy in 2026 and predicted only modest growth this year, despite

November 12, 2025
German economic council cuts growth forecast for 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

OPEC shifts oil outlook to see small surplus in 2026

The world oil market will see a small surplus in 2026 after OPEC+ production increases and higher supply from other producers, an OPEC report showed on Wednesday, a

November 12, 2025
OPEC shifts oil outlook to see small surplus in 2026
Business|Economy|Technology

Synopsys plans 10% job cuts after Ansys deal closure

Synopsys will lay off about 10% of its workforce, or roughly 2,000 employees, as the chip-design software maker looks to redirect investment towards growth opportunities, according to a

November 12, 2025
Synopsys plans 10% job cuts after Ansys deal closure
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens higher as traders anticipate end to federal shutdown

Wall Street opened higher on Wednesday with the Dow at a record high, as investors cheered a likely end to the longest U.S. government shutdown, while an upbeat earnings outlook from

November 12, 2025
Wall St opens higher as traders anticipate end to federal shutdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Fed may soon start buying bonds to manage market liquidity, Williams says

By Michael S.

November 12, 2025
Fed may soon start buying bonds to manage market liquidity, Williams says
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Sanctions stymie Lukoil drilling plans in Romanian Black Sea

Oslo-listed Vantage Drilling cancelled a contract to drill next year, which two industry sources told Reuters on Wednesday was with

November 12, 2025
Sanctions stymie Lukoil drilling plans in Romanian Black Sea
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Circle quarterly profit beats estimates on stablecoin growth

Circle's third-quarter profit beat Wall Street expectations on Wednesday, driven by higher reserve income amid rising circulation of its flagship

November 12, 2025
Circle quarterly profit beats estimates on stablecoin growth
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'Walking America Couple' pass through Northern California, share message of positivity and connection

'Walking America Couple' pass through Northern California, share message of positivity and connection

November 12, 2025
'Walking America Couple' pass through Northern California, share message of positivity and connection
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Why a Visa-Mastercard legal settlement could lead to your rewards credit card getting declined

Visa and Mastercard have proposed a settlement in their long-running legal dispute with merchants over interchange fees

November 12, 2025
Why a Visa-Mastercard legal settlement could lead to your rewards credit card getting declined
Economy|Education

Colorado’s rural schools serve more than 130,000 students, and their superintendents want more pay for their teachers

Rural school leaders are most concerned about recruiting and retaining teachers.

November 12, 2025
Colorado’s rural schools serve more than 130,000 students, and their superintendents want more pay for their teachers
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Community health centers provide care for 1 in 10 Americans, but funding cuts threaten their survival

Millions of Americans rely on this network of federally funded health clinics for their primary care.

November 12, 2025
Community health centers provide care for 1 in 10 Americans, but funding cuts threaten their survival
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Want to make America healthy again? Stop fueling climate change

From extreme heat to mosquito-borne illnesses, climate change is making people sicker and more vulnerable to disease. Health scientists explain what individuals and governments can do about it.

November 12, 2025
Want to make America healthy again? Stop fueling climate change
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Turn shopping stress into purposeful gift giving by cultivating ‘consumer wisdom’ during the holidays

A psychology team distills the 6 principles of ‘consumer wisdom’: a set of habits that promotes well-being by aligning our values and behaviors.

November 12, 2025
Turn shopping stress into purposeful gift giving by cultivating ‘consumer wisdom’ during the holidays
Business|Economy|Education|Technology

Trump says United States doesn’t have people with ‘certain talents’ to fill jobs domestically

Trump says United States doesn’t have people with ‘certain talents’ to fill jobs domestically

November 12, 2025
Trump says United States doesn’t have people with ‘certain talents’ to fill jobs domestically
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

AMD shares rise as investors cheer AI-driven revenue growth targets

Advanced Micro Devices shares surged 7% on Wednesday after the chipmaker unveiled a bold $100 billion annual data-center revenue target, with plans to claim a larger slice of the booming

November 12, 2025
AMD shares rise as investors cheer AI-driven revenue growth targets
Economy|Europe|World

Turkey says 20 troops killed in Georgia plane crash; black box found

Turkey on Wednesday said 20 of its soldiers were killed when a military transport plane crashed in Georgia, with all but one of the bodies recovered, marking the

November 12, 2025
Turkey says 20 troops killed in Georgia plane crash; black box found
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ECB's Lagarde replaces Fed's Powell on two key BIS committees

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is to take over from Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell as head of two of the Bank for International Settlements' key economic

November 12, 2025
ECB's Lagarde replaces Fed's Powell on two key BIS committees
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Fed to cut rates again in December on weakening job market, say most economists: Reuters poll

The U.S.

November 12, 2025
Fed to cut rates again in December on weakening job market, say most economists: Reuters poll
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Canada's Loblaw raises annual profit forecast on resilient grocery demand

Loblaw raised its annual profit forecast after beating third-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, as the Canadian retailer bet on demand for grocery and medicines at its discount stores

November 12, 2025
Canada's Loblaw raises annual profit forecast on resilient grocery demand
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Senegal president and ruling party clash over leadership post

Senegal's president and the political party he belongs to have issued conflicting statements over the leadership of the ruling coalition, a clear sign of dissension among top leaders

November 12, 2025
Senegal president and ruling party clash over leadership post
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Polestar's losses widen, aims to keep Nasdaq listing with reverse stock split

Polestar reported a wider third-quarter loss on Wednesday and said it would conduct a reverse stock split - reducing the number of its existing shares

November 12, 2025
Polestar's losses widen, aims to keep Nasdaq listing with reverse stock split
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Tehran taps run dry as water crisis deepens across Iran

Iran is grappling with its worst water crisis in decades, with officials warning that Tehran — a city of more than 10 million — may soon be uninhabitable if the

November 12, 2025
Tehran taps run dry as water crisis deepens across Iran
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Appeals court weighs arguments on law cutting Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood

A federal appeals court has heard arguments about a spending law that stopped Medicaid reimbursements for Planned Parenthood, the nation's largest abortion provider

November 12, 2025
Appeals court weighs arguments on law cutting Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood
Economy|Food|Health

Small grocers and convenience stores feel an impact as customers go without SNAP benefits

Some small grocery stores and neighborhood convenience stores are eager for the U.S. government shutdown to end and for their customers to start receiving federal food aid again

November 12, 2025
Small grocers and convenience stores feel an impact as customers go without SNAP benefits
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UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer distanced himself on Wednesday from a briefing by unnamed allies that he would fight any leadership bid,

November 12, 2025
UK's Starmer tries to shore up authority after leadership challenge briefing
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Former top enforcers at US watchdog join project to bring pro-consumer lawsuits

Three former senior enforcement lawyers at the U.S.

November 12, 2025
Former top enforcers at US watchdog join project to bring pro-consumer lawsuits
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UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding

Millions more people risk famine in at least a dozen crisis spots around the world, including Sudan and Gaza, two U.N. agencies warned on Wednesday, appealing for funds to address a

November 12, 2025
UN agencies warn of famine for millions, appeal for more funding
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Tech turbulence and data deluge due

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Markets have already effectively priced in the U.S. government's reopening on Monday,

November 12, 2025
Tech turbulence and data deluge due
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German exports get welcome boost from Eastern Europe, says business group

Germany's export business, struggling under high U.S. tariffs and a slump in China, got a welcome shot in the arm from trade with Eastern Europe in

November 12, 2025
German exports get welcome boost from Eastern Europe, says business group
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India's inflation tanks to record low, boosting December rate-cut hopes

India's retail inflation slumped to a record low of 0.25% in October, driven by a sharp fall in food prices and tax cuts on consumer goods, paving the way for a

November 12, 2025
India's inflation tanks to record low, boosting December rate-cut hopes
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Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from U.S.

November 12, 2025
Trump asks Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu in letter, Israeli president's office says
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How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was battling to maintain his authority over his party on Wednesday after one of his most senior ministers criticised the "toxic" culture in his

November 12, 2025
How could British Prime Minister Keir Starmer be ousted by unhappy lawmakers?
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Brazil's fiscal discipline crucial post-2026 election, warns Goldman Sachs

Brazil's fiscal balance will become a top priority from 2027 regardless of the outcome of next year's presidential election, Goldman Sachs' head of Latin

November 12, 2025
Brazil's fiscal discipline crucial post-2026 election, warns Goldman Sachs
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Fearful of Trump's raids, some Hispanic shoppers turn to safety of online buying

In Newark's heavily Latino Ironbound district, Rosa Ludena works the register of the electronics shop she's owned since 2003. 

November 12, 2025
Fearful of Trump's raids, some Hispanic shoppers turn to safety of online buying
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Euro zone inflation risks may be tilted to upside, Schnabel argues

Euro zone inflation is unlikely to fall too low and risks may actually be skewed toward higher than forecast readings, but the European Central Bank can tolerate small target

November 12, 2025
Euro zone inflation risks may be tilted to upside, Schnabel argues
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Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks

A Ukrainian commander says the Russian army has overrun three settlements in Ukraine's southern Zaporizhzhia region

November 12, 2025
Russia makes gains in southern Ukraine as it expands front-line attacks
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Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat

Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat

November 12, 2025
Former Rep. Elaine Luria mounts a comeback for her old Virginia seat
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A seismic shift in computing is on the horizon (and it’s not AI)

A seismic shift in computing is on the horizon (and it’s not AI)

November 12, 2025
A seismic shift in computing is on the horizon (and it’s not AI)
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FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush

FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush

November 12, 2025
FAA workers grapple with possible shutdown deal as officials try to navigate upcoming holiday travel rush
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Italy industry output rebounds after August slump

Italian industrial output rebounded 2.8% in September after a 2.7% drop in August, data showed on Wednesday, offering some hope to the country's long-struggling manufacturing sector.

November 12, 2025
Italy industry output rebounds after August slump
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India's GCC count to grow to 2,400 by 2030; impact of H1-B crackdown minimal, says TeamLease

By Abhirami G -India could host more than 2,400 global capability centres by 2030, TeamLease Services said on Wednesday, adding that  U.S.

November 12, 2025
India's GCC count to grow to 2,400 by 2030; impact of H1-B crackdown minimal, says TeamLease
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New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus

Two newly appointed members of the Japanese government's top economic panel called on Wednesday for an economic stimulus package larger than last year's,

November 12, 2025
New reflationist members at Japan's top economic panel push for big stimulus
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US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown

By Nolan D.

November 11, 2025
US House returns to Washington for vote to end government shutdown
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Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?

November 11, 2025
Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
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China's Singles' Day shopping festival winds down with 'muted' sentiment

China's Singles' Day sales festival is coming to a close after more than a month of promotions on the country's largest e-commerce platforms, which

November 12, 2025
China's Singles' Day shopping festival winds down with 'muted' sentiment
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World

Chinese firms say EU business conditions have deteriorated for sixth year

Chinese companies in the European Union say business conditions in the bloc have deteriorated for a sixth consecutive year, with rising labour costs and political challenges

November 12, 2025
Chinese firms say EU business conditions have deteriorated for sixth year
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White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy

White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy

November 12, 2025
White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump’s standing on the economy
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Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud

November 12, 2025
Former aide to two NY governors, accused of being Chinese agent, goes on trial for money laundering and fraud
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Why are multilateral development banks under pressure to reform?​

The World Bank and other multilateral development banks (MDBs) are under pressure to offer more help to poor countries being hammered by energy challenges and

November 12, 2025
Why are multilateral development banks under pressure to reform?​
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SoftBank shares slide as Nvidia stake sale highlights AI funding needs

SoftBank's shares slid as much as 10% on Wednesday after the $5.8 billion sale of its stake in Nvidia highlighted the growing funding demands it faces to bankroll its

November 12, 2025
SoftBank shares slide as Nvidia stake sale highlights AI funding needs
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German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October

German inflation slowed slightly in October to 2.3%, the federal statistics office said on Wednesday, confirming preliminary data.

November 12, 2025
German inflation confirmed at 2.3% in October
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World oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, IEA says

Global oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday, departing from previous expectations of a speedy transition to

November 12, 2025
World oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, IEA says
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Nvidia supplier Foxconn bullish on AI demand, teases OpenAI announcement

Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, offered a bullish outlook on AI-related demand on Wednesday saying it would be a

November 12, 2025
Nvidia supplier Foxconn bullish on AI demand, teases OpenAI announcement
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PayPal re-launches in the UK after nearly two years

-PayPal said on Wednesday it is re-launching in the United Kingdom for customers to shop online and in stores, nearly two years after it restructured its operations there following Brexit.

November 12, 2025
PayPal re-launches in the UK after nearly two years
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China's soybean glut could defeat US export hopes after trade thaw

China is grappling with a glut of soybeans after months of record imports, curbing prospects for U.S. exports despite a recent trade truce

November 12, 2025
China's soybean glut could defeat US export hopes after trade thaw
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Data centres to drive energy storage 'boom cycle' in next five years, UBS says

AI data centre-fuelled power demand growth in the U.S. is likely to drive a "boom cycle" for energy storage in the next five years as more storage is needed to

November 12, 2025
Data centres to drive energy storage 'boom cycle' in next five years, UBS says
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Sweden's finance minister sees signs of economy picking up

Sweden's economy is picking up speed after a period of sluggish growth, but uncertainty remains high, Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson said on Wednesday.

November 12, 2025
Sweden's finance minister sees signs of economy picking up
Africa|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Vodacom inks Africa internet deal with Musk's Starlink

South Africa's largest mobile operator Vodacom Group has signed an agreement with Elon Musk's Starlink to deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband internet for businesses across Africa,

November 12, 2025
Vodacom inks Africa internet deal with Musk's Starlink
Economy|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Iceland sees security risk, existential threat in Atlantic Ocean current's possible collapse

Iceland has designated the potential collapse of a major Atlantic Ocean current system a national security concern and an existential threat,

November 12, 2025
Iceland sees security risk, existential threat in Atlantic Ocean current's possible collapse
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Global wine output subdued by climate shocks, OIV says

Global wine production rose slightly in 2025, but output remained below average for a third consecutive year as vineyards faced extreme and volatile weather,

November 12, 2025
Global wine output subdued by climate shocks, OIV says
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China and Spain sign agreements to strengthen cooperation on Spanish king's visit

Spanish King Felipe VI and Chinese President Xi Jinping have signed agreements on language exchanges and other areas as both sides vowed to strengthen their cooperation

November 12, 2025
China and Spain sign agreements to strengthen cooperation on Spanish king's visit
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This anti-drone technology is used on the Ukrainian battlefield and in NATO airspace after flyovers

Drone warfare exploded following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022

November 12, 2025
This anti-drone technology is used on the Ukrainian battlefield and in NATO airspace after flyovers
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Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Wednesday she would not deny that the negative aspects of the weak yen on the economy have become more pronounced than the positive

November 12, 2025
Japan finance minister says weak yen's disadvantages more pronounced than advantages
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US Congress poised to get back to work

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The U.S. government is on the brink of reopening, potentially restoring pay to unpaid federal workers and ending a

November 12, 2025
US Congress poised to get back to work
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Japan prime minister 'strongly hopes' BOJ achieves wage-driven inflation

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she "strongly hopes" the central bank achieves inflation driven by wages rather than primarily through

November 12, 2025
Japan prime minister 'strongly hopes' BOJ achieves wage-driven inflation
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Gulfstream says US business jet demand strong but China slow due to trade tensions

U.S. trade tensions have slowed opportunities for business jet deals in China, the president of corporate planemaker Gulfstream Aerospace said, in a rare case of demand

November 12, 2025
Gulfstream says US business jet demand strong but China slow due to trade tensions
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M&S shakes up fashion supply chain to spark online growth

Marks & Spencer is revamping its supply chain from "factory to floor", the retailer's new fashion boss told Reuters, as it looks to double annual online non-food sales

November 12, 2025
M&S shakes up fashion supply chain to spark online growth
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Turkcell, Google sign cooperation agreement on cloud technologies

Turkish telecoms operator Turkcell signed an agreement with Google on Wednesday for strategic cooperation on cloud technologies, the company said in a notice.

November 12, 2025
Turkcell, Google sign cooperation agreement on cloud technologies
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Asian equities witness over $10 billion foreign outflows in November as AI rally stalls

Asian equities witnessed steep cross-border outflows in the first week of November as investors booked profits on caution over lofty tech valuations and uncertainty about the sustainability

November 12, 2025
Asian equities witness over $10 billion foreign outflows in November as AI rally stalls
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GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China

General Motors has directed several thousand of its suppliers to scrub their supply chains of parts from China, four people familiar with the matter said, reflecting

November 12, 2025
GM wants parts makers to pull supply chains from China
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Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows

Japan's government will pledge to increase spending "without hesitation" to support an economy on the cusp of emerging from stagnation, according to a draft of

November 12, 2025
Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows
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Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump

Top diplomats from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies are converging on southern Ontario as tensions rise between the U.S. and traditional allies like Canada over defense spending and trade

November 11, 2025
Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as trade tensions rise with Trump
Business|Economy|Travel

Fewer trips, tighter wallets: Holiday travel demand cools across the board, report shows

The holiday rush may lose some of its momentum this year — even among high-income travelers — as a report from Deloitte on Wednesday shows Americans are planning to take

November 12, 2025
Fewer trips, tighter wallets: Holiday travel demand cools across the board, report shows
Economy|Education|Health|World

Afghanistan economic recovery buckles as nine in 10 families go hungry or into debt, UNDP says

Afghanistan's economic recovery is buckling as nine in 10 households are forced to skip meals, sell belongings or take on debt to survive, the United Nations said on

November 12, 2025
Afghanistan economic recovery buckles as nine in 10 families go hungry or into debt, UNDP says
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Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat

Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat

November 12, 2025
Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat
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Full blackout hits the Dominican Republic as crews scramble to restore power

A rare blackout has hit the entire Dominican Republic, snarling traffic and paralyzing business in the country of nearly 11 million people

November 11, 2025
Full blackout hits the Dominican Republic as crews scramble to restore power
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Australian spy chief says Chinese hackers probing telecoms, key facilities

Australia's spy chief said on Wednesday hackers working for China's government and military had probed the country's telecoms network and key infrastructure,

November 12, 2025
Australian spy chief says Chinese hackers probing telecoms, key facilities
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Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit

Vietnam is working to sign a trade agreement with the United States soon, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son said on Wednesday, as a new round of

November 12, 2025
Vietnam eyes tariff deal soon, as US seeks to cut huge trade deficit
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What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?

What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?

November 12, 2025
What’s in the bill to reopen the federal government?
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Irish corporate taxes to avoid tariff hit but risks rise, watchdog says

Most of Ireland's big corporate taxpayers have so far escaped the direct impact of U.S. tariffs, but American trade policies have made the outlook for this critical source of

November 12, 2025
Irish corporate taxes to avoid tariff hit but risks rise, watchdog says
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Yen stablecoin issuer predicts growing presence in Japan's bond market

Stablecoin issuers could become major buyers of Japanese government bonds in several years and influence the central bank's control over monetary policy, the head of

November 12, 2025
Yen stablecoin issuer predicts growing presence in Japan's bond market
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The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume

November 11, 2025
The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end
Business|Economy|Travel|World

Shutdown leaves a mark on an already-struggling economy, from lost paychecks to canceled flights

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history appears to be nearing an end, but not without leaving a mark on an already-struggling economy

November 10, 2025
Shutdown leaves a mark on an already-struggling economy, from lost paychecks to canceled flights
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Australia's MinRes inks $765 million deal with POSCO for lithium JV stake, shares surge

Australia's Mineral Resources said on Wednesday it would sell a 30% stake in part of its lithium business to South Korea's POSCO for $765 million to reduce debt, sending its

November 11, 2025
Australia's MinRes inks $765 million deal with POSCO for lithium JV stake, shares surge
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At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy

California Governor Gavin Newsom assured an audience at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil that his state would continue to prioritize green technology,

November 11, 2025
At COP30, California Governor Newsom blasts Trump for 'dumb' US climate policy
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Global EV sales growth hits 23% in October, research firm says

Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose 23% in October to 1.9 million units, driven by strong demand across major markets, market

November 12, 2025
Global EV sales growth hits 23% in October, research firm says
Business|Economy|Environment|World

AP Interview: Newsom says Trump climate-fighting absence is 'doubling down on stupid'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is criticizing the United States for missing key United Nations climate talks, calling it doubling down on stupid

November 11, 2025
AP Interview: Newsom says Trump climate-fighting absence is 'doubling down on stupid'
Crime|Economy|Health

Husband and wife charged in drug ring that allegedly took EBT for drugs

Husband and wife charged in drug ring that allegedly took EBT for drugs

November 11, 2025
Husband and wife charged in drug ring that allegedly took EBT for drugs
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japanese manufacturers' sentiment surges to highest in nearly four years: Reuters poll

Japanese manufacturing confidence surged to its highest level in nearly four years in November, led by the electronics and auto sectors which have been buoyed by

November 11, 2025
Japanese manufacturers' sentiment surges to highest in nearly four years: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions

Japan decried as "absolutely unacceptable" on Wednesday Russia's extension of an entry ban to 30 more citizens, among them a foreign ministry spokesperson, after Tokyo's sanctions

November 11, 2025
Tokyo protests Russia's wider entry ban over Ukraine sanctions
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US Supreme Court extends pause on order requiring Trump to fully fund food aid

The U.S.

November 11, 2025
US Supreme Court extends pause on order requiring Trump to fully fund food aid
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback

The U.S.

November 11, 2025
US Supreme Court allows Trump administration to continue SNAP cutback
Economy|Health|US

Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order

Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order

November 11, 2025
Supreme Court keeps full SNAP payments on hold with short term order
Economy|Environment|Health|Political

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end

The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments

November 11, 2025
Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end
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A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper

A rural Kansas county has agreed to pay more than $3 million and apologize over a law enforcement raid on a small-town weekly newspaper in 2023

November 11, 2025
A Kansas county agrees to pay $3 million and apologize over a raid on a small-town newspaper
Economy|Health|Political|US|World

Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer led his caucus and the country into a record-breaking government shutdown and voted against reopening when some of his members defected

November 11, 2025
Schumer faces criticism as shutdown nears end, but his job appears safe
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|US|World

California's Newsom criticizes "chilling" U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying vessels

California Governor Gavin Newsom said it was chilling to see the U.S. military blowing up suspected drug vessels in the Caribbean and off the Pacific coasts of Latin America

November 11, 2025
California's Newsom criticizes "chilling" U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying vessels
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Tech, the lone cloud on sunny Wall Street

U.S. tech was the major outlier in an otherwise buoyant day for global stocks on Tuesday, as relief around the expected end of the U.S. government

November 11, 2025
Trading Day: Tech, the lone cloud on sunny Wall Street
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US bank regulators move to finalize Treasuries-linked capital plan, Bloomberg News reports

U.S. regulators have agreed on the terms to ease a set of capital requirements that could potentially allow banks to hold more Treasuries, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people

November 11, 2025
US bank regulators move to finalize Treasuries-linked capital plan, Bloomberg News reports
Business|Economy|World

Mexico imposes 156% tariff on sugar imports

Mexico on Tuesday implemented a new tariff for sugar imports due to falling international prices and a risk of oversupply in the domestic market, according to

November 11, 2025
Mexico imposes 156% tariff on sugar imports
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Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after a mixed day on Wall Street

Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after most U.S. stocks rose, settling back to where they were before last week’s swoon over the future of artificial intelligence

November 11, 2025
Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading after a mixed day on Wall Street
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There's no timeline on when flight cuts will ease up after the government shutdown ends

Airlines have canceled over 9,000 flights across the U.S. since the Federal Aviation Administration ordered flight cuts late last week

November 11, 2025
There's no timeline on when flight cuts will ease up after the government shutdown ends
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US consumer watchdog to narrow civil rights era lending law, sources say

The U.S.

November 11, 2025
US consumer watchdog to narrow civil rights era lending law, sources say
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AMD expects profit to triple by 2030, data center chip market to grow to $1 trillion 

By Max A.

November 11, 2025
AMD expects profit to triple by 2030, data center chip market to grow to $1 trillion 
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Brazil caps fees, shortens payment terms in billion-dollar meal voucher market

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signed on Tuesday a decree seeking to lower intermediation costs in the country's multi-billion-real meal voucher market, which will

November 11, 2025
Brazil caps fees, shortens payment terms in billion-dollar meal voucher market
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon

Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon

November 11, 2025
Dow soars more than 550 points as Wall Street embraces optimism that government might reopen soon
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Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning that eight senators' decision to break with Democrats and end the government shutdown shows they aren't alarmed enough about President Donald Trump's impact on political norms

November 11, 2025
Newsom tells AP the eight senators who struck the shutdown deal aren't alarmed enough about Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Dow notches record high close, traders bet on end to government shutdown

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged to a record high close on Tuesday, lifted by progress toward ending the longest U.S. government shutdown, while Nvidia and other

November 11, 2025
Dow notches record high close, traders bet on end to government shutdown
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks rise, dollar dips with focus on labor market, US government reopening

MSCI's global equities index rose modestly on Tuesday as investors looked forward to an end to the U.S. government shutdown, while the

November 11, 2025
Stocks rise, dollar dips with focus on labor market, US government reopening
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate votes to end government shutdown, sending funding bill to the House

A small band of Senate Democrats voted with Republicans on Monday night to approve a funding measure to reopen the federal government — without securing their party’s demand to guarantee an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, which help millions of Americans afford insurance.

November 11, 2025
Senate votes to end government shutdown, sending funding bill to the House
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Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region

November 11, 2025
Venezuela announces ‘massive mobilization’ of military forces as America’s largest warship sails into region
Business|Economy|US

What to know about Trump's plan to give Americans a $2,000 tariff dividend

President Donald Trump boasts that his tariffs protect American industries, lure factories to the United States, raise money for the federal government and give him diplomatic leverage

November 11, 2025
What to know about Trump's plan to give Americans a $2,000 tariff dividend
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Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco district

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step aside after nearly four decades in Congress kicks off a wide-open contest to replace her at a time when her home city of San Francisco is roiled in debate about what its future should look like

November 07, 2025
Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco district
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Why it may take years for air travel to recover from the government shutdown

Why it may take years for air travel to recover from the government shutdown

November 11, 2025
Why it may take years for air travel to recover from the government shutdown
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Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote

After refusing to convene the U.S. House during the government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson is recalling lawmakers back into session

November 11, 2025
Speaker Johnson faces an unruly House as lawmakers return for shutdown vote
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Communities donate meals and funds as US food aid remains in limbo

For Anthony DeSousa, the owner of two pizza shops in Estes Park and Longmont, Colorado, feeding the hungry is personal.

November 11, 2025
Communities donate meals and funds as US food aid remains in limbo
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Missouri governor floats potential for a retractable roof if Chiefs renovate Arrowhead Stadium

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe is floating the potential for the Kansas City Chiefs to play in a covered stadium without moving to Kansas

November 11, 2025
Missouri governor floats potential for a retractable roof if Chiefs renovate Arrowhead Stadium
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White House eyes return to growth of 3%, 4% by early 2026 after shutdown knock

The U.S. economy should return to growth of 3% to 4% by the first quarter of 2026, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Tuesday.

November 11, 2025
White House eyes return to growth of 3%, 4% by early 2026 after shutdown knock
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US airlines grapple with shutdown fallout as Thanksgiving nears

The longest federal government shutdown disrupted tens of thousands of flights in recent days, and with it, U.S. carriers' optimistic expectations for the

November 11, 2025
US airlines grapple with shutdown fallout as Thanksgiving nears
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US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues

Airlines canceled 1,200 flights on Tuesday as air traffic control staffing improved significantly ahead of an expected end to a record-setting government

November 11, 2025
US airlines cancel 1,200 flights Tuesday as shutdown continues
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France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says

France will help the Palestinian Authority draft a constitution for a future state, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday after talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in

November 11, 2025
France to help Palestinians draft constitution for future state, Macron says
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French central bank sees slight growth in Q4 as political uncertainty weighs

France's central bank said the economy "will grow slightly in the fourth quarter" as high political uncertainty contributes to a slowing pace of expansion in November, although it did

November 11, 2025
French central bank sees slight growth in Q4 as political uncertainty weighs
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Woman faces felony charges after accused of fraud and posing as bank agent

Woman faces felony charges after accused of fraud and posing as bank agent

November 11, 2025
Woman faces felony charges after accused of fraud and posing as bank agent
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Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk

U.S.

November 11, 2025
Trump calls 50-year mortgages no 'big deal' as right-wing conservatives balk
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Oil up as investors balance sanctions risks, oversupply worries

Oil prices gained about $1 on Tuesday on the impact of the latest U.S. sanctions on Russian oil and the optimism over a potential end to the U.S. government shutdown,

November 11, 2025
Oil up as investors balance sanctions risks, oversupply worries
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US lost jobs through late October, new private-sector data shows

U.S. firms were shedding more than 11,000 jobs a week through late October, payroll processor ADP said on Tuesday in its latest real-time estimate of job

November 11, 2025
US lost jobs through late October, new private-sector data shows
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Buses and trains see resurgence amid US air travel chaos

Americans are increasingly booking buses and trains to their Thanksgiving destinations this year while some have outright canceled their plans following the

November 11, 2025
Buses and trains see resurgence amid US air travel chaos
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US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says

Hungary could choose from four or five facilities to shore up its finances under an agreement with Washington, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Tuesday, with funding worth up to

November 11, 2025
US financial shield could be worth up to $20 billion, Hungary's Orban says
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FTSE 100 closes at record high on rate cut bets; AstraZeneca shines

Britain's FTSE 100 closed at a record high for the second straight session on Tuesday, as weak UK labour market data boosted hopes for Bank of England rate cuts and

November 11, 2025
FTSE 100 closes at record high on rate cut bets; AstraZeneca shines
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Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says

Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy will be eligible for help dealing with migratory pressures under a new EU mechanism when the bloc's pact on migration and asylum enters into force

November 11, 2025
Greece, Cyprus, Spain and Italy eligible for new help dealing with migration, EU says
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Shell challenges arbitration decision on Venture Global LNG supply contracts

Shell has challenged its defeat in an arbitration case against U.S. liquefied natural gas producer Venture Global in the New York Supreme

November 11, 2025
Shell challenges arbitration decision on Venture Global LNG supply contracts
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Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets

Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets

November 11, 2025
Amid tensions with US, high inflation is back on Venezuela’s streets
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The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government

The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government

November 10, 2025
The Senate sent a funding bill to the House. Here’s what has to happen next to reopen the government
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ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows

Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday

November 11, 2025
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
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Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns

The appointment of a Trump nominee as the deputy head of the International Labour Organisation has been "frozen" following concerns from staff

November 11, 2025
Trump appointee to UN labour agency 'frozen' over funding and influence concerns
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Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border

Lithuania's foreign minister said he would refuse talks with Belarus on reopening their border, after its President Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday ordered

November 11, 2025
Lithuanian foreign minister refuses Lukashenko offer of talks on reopening border
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Google to invest $6.4 billion in cloud infrastructure in Germany

Alphabet's Google will invest 5.5 billion euros ($6.41 billion) in Germany in the coming years in a push to expand its

November 11, 2025
Google to invest $6.4 billion in cloud infrastructure in Germany
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Bank of America CEO seeks to meet Mayor-elect Mamdani, Fox News says

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan will ask for a meeting with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to discuss how he can work with him and will also offer some ideas, he told Fox

November 11, 2025
Bank of America CEO seeks to meet Mayor-elect Mamdani, Fox News says
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Chinese fraudster's luxury life on the run ends in London jail

As Chinese police closed in on the architect of a massive Ponzi scheme that cost thousands their life savings, a woman in her mid-40s was taken by an accomplice to the Myanmar border

November 11, 2025
Chinese fraudster's luxury life on the run ends in London jail
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Bitwise sparks industry scramble with Solana ETF launch

Crypto firm Bitwise Asset Management's successful push to launch the first U.S. spot Solana ETF while the Securities and Exchange Commission was shut down has upended the

November 11, 2025
Bitwise sparks industry scramble with Solana ETF launch
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Porsche crisis weighs on top shareholder's profit

A crisis at luxury carmaker Porsche AG hit earnings at its top shareholder Porsche SE in the first nine months of the year, with adjusted profit after tax falling by

November 11, 2025
Porsche crisis weighs on top shareholder's profit
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UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds

Britain on Tuesday slashed by 15% its contribution to a global initiative to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, with an 850-million-pound ($1.14 billion) pledge, the

November 11, 2025
UK cuts aid to global disease initiative by 15% to 850 million pounds
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European stocks close at record high, led by buoyant healthcare shares, hopes for end to US shutdown

European shares closed at a record high on Tuesday, led by healthcare stocks, as investors anticipated an end to the U.S. government shutdown and

November 11, 2025
European stocks close at record high, led by buoyant healthcare shares, hopes for end to US shutdown
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Paramount Skydance shares rise as Ellison's bets get bolder

Paramount Skydance shares rose 8% on Tuesday in a vote of investor confidence for new CEO David Ellison's pitch on

November 11, 2025
Paramount Skydance shares rise as Ellison's bets get bolder
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Morgan Stanley joins rivals in rolling out private company research, memo shows

Morgan Stanley launched a dedicated private company research page on Tuesday, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters, as investors' interest in high-growth startups

November 11, 2025
Morgan Stanley joins rivals in rolling out private company research, memo shows
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'Mellon Blue' diamond sells for $25.6 million at Swiss auction

A blue diamond weighing nearly 10 carats has sold at auction in Switzerland for $25.6 million including fees

November 11, 2025
'Mellon Blue' diamond sells for $25.6 million at Swiss auction
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Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know

Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know

November 10, 2025
Trump floats $2,000 tariff rebate checks. What you need to know
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Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good

Politicians get blamed for government shutdowns. But does the fault lie also with citizens, who are more invested in punishing partisan rivals than in demanding competent government?

November 10, 2025
Blame the shutdown on citizens who prefer politicians to vanquish their opponents rather than to work for the common good
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Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria

The Israeli military accused Lebanese armed group Hezbollah on Tuesday of seeking to rebuild its combat abilities in south Lebanon to the point of threatening Israel's security

November 11, 2025
Israel says Hezbollah trying to rebuild, smuggle in arms from Syria
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Swiss could clinch deal for lower US tariffs by end of this week, says source

Switzerland could clinch a deal with the United States to lower U.S. tariffs on Swiss goods to 15% as soon as Thursday or Friday, a Swiss source told

November 11, 2025
Swiss could clinch deal for lower US tariffs by end of this week, says source
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AI cloud firm Nebius signs $3 billion deal with Meta, posts more than four-fold rise in revenue

Nebius Group has signed a deal worth about $3 billion with Meta to provide the Facebook owner with AI infrastructure over a five-year period, the company said on Tuesday, after it reported

November 11, 2025
AI cloud firm Nebius signs $3 billion deal with Meta, posts more than four-fold rise in revenue
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Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies as US sanctions loom, state reserve agency says

Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies left as it braces for the start of U.S. sanctions on Russia's Lukoil, which owns the country's largest oil refinery and most storage and

November 11, 2025
Bulgaria has one month of gasoline supplies as US sanctions loom, state reserve agency says
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Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics

A lifelong politician who just last year was projected to become prime minister of Canada, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is now struggling to define his party’s

November 11, 2025
Canadian Conservative leader struggles to unify party divided over Trump-style politics
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SoftBank's $5.8 billion Nvidia stake sale stirs fresh AI bubble fears

SoftBank Group's $5.8 billion sale of its Nvidia stake jolted stock markets on Tuesday, stoking fears that the frenzy around artificial intelligence may have peaked,

November 11, 2025
SoftBank's $5.8 billion Nvidia stake sale stirs fresh AI bubble fears
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Nvidia-backed CoreWeave's shares fall as data center delay hits annual revenue forecast

CoreWeave's shares tumbled 10% on Tuesday after it scaled back its annual revenue forecast due to data center hiccups despite strong demand for its artificial intelligence services.

November 11, 2025
Nvidia-backed CoreWeave's shares fall as data center delay hits annual revenue forecast
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S&P 500, Nasdaq slip as tech valuation jitters resurface; federal reopening eyed

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Tuesday with concerns around elevated technology valuations resurfacing, while markets monitored progress toward the end of the longest government

November 11, 2025
S&P 500, Nasdaq slip as tech valuation jitters resurface; federal reopening eyed
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Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul

A Turkish prosecutor demanded on Tuesday a prison sentence of more than 2,000 years for Ekrem Imamoglu, the jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul,

November 11, 2025
Turkish prosecutor seeks 2,000 years for jailed opposition mayor of Istanbul
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US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says

The U.S. government "made money" by giving support to the Argentine central bank ahead of last month's midterm election in the South American country, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said

November 11, 2025
US profited from Argentina currency swap deal, Treasury chief Bessent says
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Dollar slides, euro and yen gain as US labor market weakens

The U.S. dollar weakened against the euro and yen on Tuesday on concerns about the deteriorating U.S. labor market after a report showed that private employers cut jobs

November 11, 2025
Dollar slides, euro and yen gain as US labor market weakens
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Stocks shine as foreigners add $27 billion to EM portfolios in October, says IIF

A pick-up in flows into stocks led the way as non-resident investors added $26.9 billion to their emerging markets' equities and debt portfolios in October, data

November 11, 2025
Stocks shine as foreigners add $27 billion to EM portfolios in October, says IIF
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US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds

The top U.S. consumer watchdog said on Monday it was legally prohibited from drawing cash from the Federal Reserve to support continuing operations, but that

November 11, 2025
US consumer watchdog says it is legally blocked from accessing funds
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Chinese fraud mastermind jailed in UK for laundering bitcoin

The mastermind of a vast Ponzi scheme in China, which conned nearly 130,000 investors, was jailed in Britain on Tuesday for over 11 years for laundering the proceeds of

November 11, 2025
Chinese fraud mastermind jailed in UK for laundering bitcoin
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JPMorgan employs 120 at digital retail bank in Germany, to grow over time

JPMorgan has moved 120 employees for its upcoming digital retail bank into its new central Berlin headquarters and expects to hire more people in the years to come in a building

November 11, 2025
JPMorgan employs 120 at digital retail bank in Germany, to grow over time
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Global securities watchdog says 'tokenization' creates new risks

Crypto tokens linked to mainstream financial assets could create new risks for investors, the global securities regulator IOSCO said in a report on Tuesday, as

November 11, 2025
Global securities watchdog says 'tokenization' creates new risks
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Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats

A Utah judge has thrown out a new U.S. congressional map passed by the Republican-led legislature in favor of an alternative that appears likely to result in

November 11, 2025
Utah judge rejects Republican congressional map in win for Democrats
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Stock market hits speed bump but investors stay on bullish path 

The stock market's recent

November 09, 2025
Stock market hits speed bump but investors stay on bullish path 
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Tech bounce stalls

By Mike Dolan -What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets Tuesday's tech-led Wall Street jump on a likely reopening of the U.S. government

November 11, 2025
Tech bounce stalls
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China’s BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad next year, doubling down on overseas expansions with high double-digit growth from 2025, Citi said

November 11, 2025
China’s BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says
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Brazil's central bank shows stronger conviction in keeping rates steady

Brazil's central bank said on Tuesday that recent economic developments evolving as expected have reinforced its view that the current 15% benchmark rate is adequate to bring

November 11, 2025
Brazil's central bank shows stronger conviction in keeping rates steady
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Levi's to sell $300 jeans in more stores to tap growing demand for premium denim

Levi's will sell its new line of $300 jeans in more stores next year as it looks to boost growth by tapping into strong demand for premium denim, Chief Financial

November 11, 2025
Levi's to sell $300 jeans in more stores to tap growing demand for premium denim
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Bank of England sees wider QE benefits cushioning big losses

The Bank of England said on Tuesday that wider benefits from its past government bond purchases mostly offset the large losses accruing on its quantitative

November 11, 2025
Bank of England sees wider QE benefits cushioning big losses
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United Airlines seeks to end lawsuit over windowless 'window seats'

United Airlines has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit claiming it unfairly charged passengers extra money to sit in "window seats" that, to their surprise,

November 11, 2025
United Airlines seeks to end lawsuit over windowless 'window seats'
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Brazil's inflation slows in October, paves way for early 2026 rate cut  

SAO PAULO -Brazil's inflation slowed more than expected in October, following a rebound in September, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Tuesday, fueling expectations of an interest rate cut

November 11, 2025
Brazil's inflation slows in October, paves way for early 2026 rate cut  
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G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada

Group of Seven foreign ministers will meet in Canada on Tuesday, with Ukraine and the Middle East set to be high on the agenda as U.S

November 11, 2025
G7 foreign ministers to tackle Ukraine, Middle East peace at meeting in Canada
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Biggest IKEA retailer reports profit rise as it tries to sway budget-conscious buyers

The world's biggest retailer of IKEA furniture reported a rise in annual profit on Tuesday, while it tries to bring back cash-strapped

November 11, 2025
Biggest IKEA retailer reports profit rise as it tries to sway budget-conscious buyers
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Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in Portuguese AI data hub

Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in artificial intelligence infrastructure at a data centre in Portugal's port city of Sines over the next few years, marking one of the largest

November 11, 2025
Microsoft plans to invest $10 billion in Portuguese AI data hub
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Germany to spend €26.5 billion on clothes for soldiers, armoured vehicles

Germany plans to allocate nearly 19 billion euros ($22.16 billion) to kit out soldiers with new clothes and personal equipment in the coming years, in addition to 7.5 billion for new

November 11, 2025
Germany to spend €26.5 billion on clothes for soldiers, armoured vehicles
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Argentina October price rises seen broadly steady, annual rate set to fall again: Reuters poll

Argentina's consumer prices likely rose at a roughly steady pace in October compared to the previous month, with the annual average rate remaining on track to mark a 6-year low

November 11, 2025
Argentina October price rises seen broadly steady, annual rate set to fall again: Reuters poll
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Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity

Six months after taking office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is struggling to fulfill pledges to revive Europe's largest economy and fend off the far right, with

November 11, 2025
Six months in office, Germany's Merz faces plunge in popularity
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SoFi rolls out crypto trading as digital asset gold rush draws lenders

SoFi on Tuesday announced plans to roll out crypto trading for customers, as the multi-trillion-dollar crypto sector continues to attract traditional financial firms amid

November 11, 2025
SoFi rolls out crypto trading as digital asset gold rush draws lenders
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Ukraine detains 5 people in $100M energy sector graft investigation

A Ukrainian anti-corruption agency has detained five people and identified seven other suspects in a major graft investigation

November 11, 2025
Ukraine detains 5 people in $100M energy sector graft investigation
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Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?

Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?

November 11, 2025
Trump just floated a 50-year mortgage. Is that a good idea?
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Japan's SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for $5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI

Japanese technology giant SoftBank says it has sold its stake in Nvidia, raising $5.8 billion to pour into other investments

November 11, 2025
Japan's SoftBank says it has sold its shares in Nvidia for $5.8 billion, turning its focus to OpenAI
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Serbian protesters vow to prevent real estate project linked to Trump son-in-law Kushner

Thousands of protesters in Serbia have formed a human shield around a bombed-out military complex, vowing to protect it from redevelopment

November 11, 2025
Serbian protesters vow to prevent real estate project linked to Trump son-in-law Kushner
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Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats

November 11, 2025
Here’s what the US military is using to strike alleged drug boats
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Here’s what’s open and closed on Veterans Day

Here’s what’s open and closed on Veterans Day

November 11, 2025
Here’s what’s open and closed on Veterans Day
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What's in the deal to end the longest US government shutdown?

The U.S. Congress is poised to approve a deal that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which began when lawmakers allowed funding to expire on October 1. 

November 10, 2025
What's in the deal to end the longest US government shutdown?
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Everyday volunteers are providing stopgap services during the shutdown in a show of community power

Everyday people are improvising stopgap efforts to support their communities through the longest government shutdown in U.S. history

November 11, 2025
Everyday volunteers are providing stopgap services during the shutdown in a show of community power
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A bold new investment fund aims to channel billions into tropical forest protection – one key change can make it better

The Tropical Forest Forever Facility is designed to reward countries for preventing deforestation. Charts show the magnitude of the problem.

November 10, 2025
A bold new investment fund aims to channel billions into tropical forest protection – one key change can make it better