Bodies of Italian divers located in sea cave
WHO chief raises alarm over scale of Ebola outbreak after death toll climbs
Home Depot's first quarter is driven by homeowner spring buying and professionals
Rescuers search for 3 missing after German building collapse possibly caused by gas explosion
Busiest US commuter rail system to resume operations as deal reached to end strike
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European shares end at one-week highs on tech boost
European shares closed higher on Thursday, after hitting the highest in a week with a boost from technology stocks, while investors remained cautious
May 14, 2026
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Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China very soon and preparations for the trip are already complete, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.
May 14, 2026
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Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban
Russia is establishing a "full-fledged partnership" with Afghanistan's ruling Taliban and is encouraging other countries in the region to expand cooperation with Kabul, a
May 14, 2026
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Canadian home sales rise in April, prices edge lower
Canadian home sales posted a modest increase in April from March after a slow start to the month, and prices edged lower, data from the Canadian Real Estate
May 14, 2026
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Versant beats revenue estimates on licensing deals, digital platform growth
Versant Media topped Wall Street estimates for first-quarter revenue on Thursday, as content licensing deals and strong sales at businesses like Fandango
May 14, 2026
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US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased moderately last week, pointing to a stable labor market even as rising energy prices from the
May 14, 2026
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Almost 20 million people in Sudan still face acute hunger, monitors say
Some 19.5 million Sudanese people, or more than 40% of the population, are facing acute hunger, according to a report by a global hunger monitor, as the
May 14, 2026
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US Treasury's Bessent expects large Boeing order during China visit
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May 14, 2026
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China's view on Elon Musk? Visionary, occasional villain
In China, Elon Musk has been the object of love - and occasional loathing.
May 14, 2026
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Small cities in big Texas metro areas lead as the fastest growing municipalities in the US
Small cities in big Texas metro areas are the fastest-growing in the U.S. The Census Bureau reported Thursday that Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna were at the top of the list from mid-2024 to mid-2025
May 14, 2026
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US's Bessent says soybeans 'all taken care of', cooling expectations for fresh Chinese buying
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May 14, 2026
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Wall St opens higher as Nvidia gains; US-China talks, data in focus
Wall Street stock indexes opened higher on Thursday as Nvidia's shares jumped, while investors assessed economic data and watched developments around the high-stakes U.S.-China
May 14, 2026
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Inflation is most 'pressing risk' to US economy, Fed's Schmid says
Inflation is the biggest risk to a U.S. economy that has shown "remarkable resilience" in the face of numerous challenges, and the job market is stable, Kansas City Federal Reserve
May 14, 2026
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Parts of Somalia face famine risk for first time since 2022
Areas of southern Somalia are at risk of famine, two global food security monitors said on Thursday, with one district reaching a level of hunger not seen in
May 14, 2026
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US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years
U.S. import prices surged in April, with the cost of fuels posting the largest increase in four years, another indication that the U.S.-backed war with Iran was boosting
May 14, 2026
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Cisco shares hit record on strong forecast, AI push with job cuts
Cisco shares surged 17% to a record-high on Thursday, set for their biggest single-day gain in over two decades, after it posted AI demand-powered strong results
May 14, 2026
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Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know
Fighting fraud is a top Trump administration priority. Here’s what you should know
May 14, 2026
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US business inventories post biggest gain in nearly four years in March
U.S. business inventories increased by the most in nearly four years in March, boosted by stocks at wholesalers, government data showed on Thursday.
May 14, 2026
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Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-
May 14, 2026
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Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from
May 14, 2026
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US Senate committee advances crypto bill in milestone for digital assets
The Republican-led Senate Banking Committee on Thursday advanced long-awaited legislation that would create regulations for cryptocurrencies - a landmark step for the
May 14, 2026
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Dollar strengthens after data with Trump-Xi summit under way
The dollar climbed for a fourth straight day on Thursday, as economic data continued to shift market expectations away from a potential rate cut from
May 14, 2026
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IMF staff heading to Ukraine to review $8.1 billion loan program in coming weeks
International Monetary Fund staff will visit Ukraine in coming weeks to review the country's progress in implementing economic reforms and broadening
May 14, 2026
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Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say
Cross-country scheme to steal cryptocurrency involved fake food orders and violent break-ins, prosecutors say
May 14, 2026
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Over 40% of Sudan's population face high levels of acute food insecurity, monitoring group warns
A global hunger monitoring group reported that over 40% of Sudan's population faces acute food insecurity through May
May 14, 2026
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Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
President Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering
May 14, 2026
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Retail sales growth slowed in April from March as higher gas cost leaves less room for nonessentials
Shoppers tempered their spending in April as higher gas prices fueled by the Iran war meant less money left over for some nonessentials like clothing and furniture
May 14, 2026
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Uber driver rejects more trips as gas tops $4 per gallon
Uber driver rejects more trips as gas tops $4 per gallon
May 14, 2026
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Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years
Honda just lost money for the first time in 70 years
May 14, 2026
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How much is a bat worth? Protecting these tiny insect-eaters isn’t just good for farms – their deaths cost taxpayers and the wider economy
When bats disappear, farms become less productive, and that has broad implications far beyond the crops.
May 14, 2026
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How Trump plans to keep tariffs at the center of his economic policy despite stinging court losses
Rebuffed by the Supreme Court, President Donald Trump is seeking to exploit a different tariff tool to regain leverage. Whether it succeeds remains in question.
May 14, 2026
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El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong
El Niño is coming faster than expected and chances are rising that it will be historically strong
May 14, 2026
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Why a growing number of Trump supporters are experiencing voter’s remorse
Most Trump supporters remain in his camp, but some independents, young people and Black Americans who voted for the president in 2024 would not do so again in an election do-over.
May 14, 2026
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Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods
Americans are shelling out for higher gas prices while cutting back on some goods
May 14, 2026
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US filings for jobless benefits hits 211,000 as the war in Iran drags on, clouding economic forecast
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose last week but remains historically low despite the economic uncertainty caused by the war in Iran
May 14, 2026
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OnlyFans is the star of TV’s hottest shows thanks to a messy economy
OnlyFans is the star of TV’s hottest shows thanks to a messy economy
May 14, 2026
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White House scrambles for gas-price relief as Iran war drags on
Trump administration officials are scrambling to contain the economic and political fallout of the war with Iran, three people
May 14, 2026
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Iran urges BRICS nations to condemn war, Indian-flagged vessel sunk
Iran’s foreign minister urged BRICS nations on Thursday to condemn what he called violations of international law by the United States
May 14, 2026
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China April new loans unexpectedly shrink as weak demand weighs
China’s new yuan loans contracted in April for the first time in nine months, sharply undershooting forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household
May 14, 2026
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JPMorgan's bet on early-stage companies pays off in leading global tech investment banking
When Pattern Group co-founders David Wright and Melanie Alder needed $10 million for their startup in
May 14, 2026
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China's Xi lauds 'new positioning' in ties with US
China's President Xi Jinping hailed on Thursday a "new positioning" of ties with the United States that envisages cooperation with
May 14, 2026
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Investors gird for high US Treasury yields as new Fed Chair Warsh battles inflation
Investors are bracing for U.S.
May 14, 2026
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Foxconn reports forecast-beating 19% jump in Q1 profit on AI demand
Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported on Thursday a 19% rise in first-quarter profit versus
May 14, 2026
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Thai economic growth likely slowed in first quarter on tourism slump
Thailand's economic growth likely slowed in the first quarter of 2026 and was barely positive on a quarterly basis, according to a Reuters poll of
May 14, 2026
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India says safe, unimpeded maritime flows vital for global economic well-being
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said on Thursday that "safe, unimpeded maritime flows" through international waters, including the Strait of Hormuz and
May 14, 2026
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Taiwan considers resubmitting request for rejected defence budget items
Taiwan's government said on Thursday it was considering resubmitting to parliament a request for items cut by lawmakers from a special defence budget given how crucial they
May 14, 2026
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India's wholesale inflation quickens to 3-1/2-year high of 8.3% as energy costs soar
India's wholesale price inflation rose unexpectedly to 8.3% in April, the fastest pace in three-and-a-half years, government
May 14, 2026
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China renews, then halts licenses for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit
Chinese customs appeared to have halted export clearances for hundreds of U.S. beef plants on Thursday, hours after Reuters
May 14, 2026
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AI rally powers on, Trump-Xi summit takes centre stage
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The record-setting AI-led rally appears to be chugging along just fine as investors shrug off the prospect of interest rates
May 14, 2026
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AI boom puts SK Hynix on cusp of $1 trillion market value
SK Hynix is on the verge of topping a $1 trillion market value, just weeks after Samsung Electronics crossed the milestone, as
May 14, 2026
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Honda records its first-ever annual loss on a costly EV strategy
Honda says it racked up a full-year loss for the first time ever, losing $2.7 billion in the last fiscal year due to a costly electric-vehicle strategy
May 14, 2026
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BRICS foreign ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices and divisions test the bloc's unity
BRICS foreign ministers have started a two-day meeting in New Delhi
May 14, 2026
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Honda posts first annual loss on $9 billion EV writedown, scraps EV sales goals
Honda Motor posted its first annual loss in nearly 70 years as a listed company on Thursday, hit by more than $9 billion in costs to restructure its
May 14, 2026
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Samsung Electronics urges union to resume talks as strike threat looms
Samsung Electronics on Thursday proposed that its South Korean labour union resume pay talks after government-mediated negotiations fell apart, a union leader said, citing a
May 14, 2026
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China's yuan hits 3-year high, stocks dip, as investors await details from Trump-Xi summit
China's yuan edged up to a three-year high against the dollar on Thursday, while key stock indexes pulled away from recent peaks, as investors awaited more news from a
May 14, 2026
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BOJ board member Masu calls for early rate hike, joins hawkish chorus
The Bank of Japan should raise interest rates as soon as possible if there are no clear signs of an economic slowdown, board member Kazuyuki Masu said in
May 14, 2026
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Asia Pacific banks face growing credit risks, raise provisions as Iran war drags on
Asia Pacific banks may have to raise their loan loss provisions further in the near-term as the Iran conflict
May 14, 2026
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US clears H200 chip sales to 10 China firms as Nvidia CEO looks for breakthrough
The U.S. has cleared around 10 Chinese firms to buy Nvidia's second-most powerful AI chip, the H200, but not a single delivery has been made so far, three people familiar with the
May 14, 2026
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BlackRock's GIP teams up with Temasek, Abu Dhabi heavyweights to target $30 billion in infrastructure deals
BlackRock's GIP has partnered with Singapore's Temasek and Abu Dhabi's
May 14, 2026
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UK economy posts strong Q1, but Iran war casts shadow over outlook
Britain's economy grew unexpectedly in March to cap another strong first quarter, suggesting it was in better shape as the Iran war escalated
May 14, 2026
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French central bank succession fight tests Macron's sway ahead of 2027 election
French President Emmanuel Macron faces a test next week when lawmakers decide whether to approve his former chief of staff to run the
May 14, 2026
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New York, California pension leaders oppose 'extreme' SpaceX control structure
Leaders of three of the biggest U.S. public pension systems said they have major concerns over SpaceX's "extreme" ownership and control set-up in its upcoming
May 14, 2026
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Japan is considering extra budget on rising fuel bills, sources say
Japan's government is looking at compiling a supplementary budget to reduce the burden on households from rising fuel
May 14, 2026
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Nvidia CEO hopes Trump and Xi will improve two-way ties, CCTV says
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday that he hoped U.S.
May 14, 2026
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US House passes bill allowing year-round sales of E15 gasoline
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May 14, 2026
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Protests flare across Havana as power cuts deepen amid US blockade
Protests broke out across the Cuban capital of Havana on Wednesday evening as the city confronted its worst rolling blackouts in decades amid a U.S.
May 14, 2026
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TSMC says global chip market to hit $1.5 trillion by 2030 as AI drives growth
TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, expects the global semiconductor market to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2030, topping its previous forecast
May 14, 2026
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Australian court finds grocery giant Coles misled shoppers over discounts
An Australian court on Thursday found that Coles, the country's No. 2 supermarket chain, had misled shoppers by hiking prices on hundreds of goods and then
May 14, 2026
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As Iran war jolts Air India, Lufthansa and Cathay pounce on fast-growing market
Air India's thousands of flight cuts due to the Iran war and Pakistan's airspace ban have become a boon for foreign carriers, with Lufthansa Group
May 14, 2026
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Who is incoming Fed chair Kevin Warsh?
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday confirmed Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve
May 14, 2026
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Citadel asked some Hong Kong quant staff to relocate, FT reports
Hedge fund Citadel has moved some of its core researchers out of Hong Kong, telling members of its global quantitative strategies team in recent months that they had to either
May 14, 2026
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Land management company EagleRock raises about $320 million in US IPO
EagleRock, a land and resource management company that collects royalties and fees from oil and gas production on the land it controls in the Permian Basin, has raised $320.1
May 14, 2026
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Threatened Samsung strike poses significant risk to South Korea growth, Finance Minister says
A threatened strike by Samsung Electronics' union would be a significant risk to South Korea's economic growth, exports and markets, Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said on
May 14, 2026
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Senate Republicans block Democrats’ effort to reverse several Trump-era CFPB changes
Senate Republicans have blocked Democrats' efforts to reverse Trump-era changes to consumer protection laws
May 13, 2026
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Blackstone data center REIT raises $1.75 billion in US IPO
A newly formed Blackstone data center real estate investment trust has raised $1.75 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, it said on Wednesday.
May 14, 2026
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Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows
Buyers in Britain's housing market stayed downbeat last month as the economic fallout from the Iran war and rising mortgage rates weighed on sentiment, a survey from the Royal
May 14, 2026
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Meta challenges New Mexico's $3.7 billion plan for teen mental health in social media trial
A lawyer for Meta Platforms on Wednesday argued that New Mexico's $3.7 billion proposal to address teen mental health harms goes too far, saying it would force
May 14, 2026
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Air NZ warns of largest loss in four years as Iran war sends fuel cost soaring
Air New Zealand on Thursday forecast its largest pre-tax annual loss in four years, as sky-high fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict
May 14, 2026
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Nvidia CEO's foundation buys $108 million of AI computing from CoreWeave, donates it to researchers
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May 14, 2026
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NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race
U.S. civil rights group NAACP said on Wednesday the new congressional map approved last week by Tennessee Republicans intentionally discriminated on
May 14, 2026
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Ryan Cohen hits back at eBay, says his takeover proposal should not be dismissed
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen told eBay's board on Wednesday that they should not reject his $56 billion takeover proposal and the
May 14, 2026
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Allegiant Air and Sun Country complete merger, creating larger budget airline for travelers
Allegiant Air says it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, bringing together two low-cost carriers and creating a larger budget airline for travelers
May 14, 2026
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Taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving lawmakers exceeded $550,000, newly released documents show
Taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving lawmakers exceeded $550,000, newly released documents show
May 14, 2026
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Trading Day: Inflation? Stocks don't care
Investors shrugged off a sharp rise in U.S. producer inflation and spike in bond yields on Wednesday to push the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to new highs,
May 14, 2026
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New Zealand home prices dip in April as living costs weigh
New Zealand home prices slipped in April as high living costs dampened buyer sentiment, though most regions were steady and overall market conditions were largely unchanged,
May 14, 2026
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Fed's Collins expects inflation pressures from Iran war to eventually subside, WSJ reports
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins told the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday that she expects inflation pressures from the Iran war to eventually subside and that the
May 14, 2026
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Cerebras prices IPO at $185 per share to raise $5.55 billion
Cerebras Systems priced its U.S. initial public offering at $185 per share on Wednesday, above the top end of its indicated price range, the company said,
May 14, 2026
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Iran war looms over Trump's China visit, shifts alliances
The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran loomed over U.S.
May 13, 2026
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Brazil markets rattled by report linking Flavio Bolsonaro to disgraced banker
Brazilian financial markets reeled on Wednesday as traders pointed to a report alleging ties between Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and a scandal-plagued banker, with some
May 14, 2026
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HF Sinclair terminates CFO Atanas Atanasov
U.S. refiner HF Sinclair's CFO Atanas Atanasov, who has been on leave of absence since late February amid concerns raised by its audit committee, has been terminated, the company
May 14, 2026
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Venezuela starts sovereign, PDVSA debt overhaul; liabilities seen above $150 billion
Venezuela on Wednesday launched a restructuring of its sovereign debt and that of state oil firm PDVSA, lifting bond prices, as it seeks relief from what it called unsustainable
May 14, 2026
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He fought Trump’s tariffs through the Supreme Court all the way to a refund
He fought Trump’s tariffs through the Supreme Court all the way to a refund
May 14, 2026
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NTSB urges airlines to train their pilots better in simulations to deal with smoke in the cockpit
Safety experts recommended Wednesday that airlines develop realistic training to prepare their pilots to deal with smoke filling the cockpit, like what happened on a Southwest Airlines plane after a bird strike in 2023
May 14, 2026
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The Latest: Trump in China for Xi meeting to focus on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for his highly anticipated summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at a restless moment for a world worried about war, trade and artificial intelligence
May 13, 2026
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King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance
King Charles III has outlined the British government's legislative plans as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to stay in power
May 13, 2026
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Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation
Trump administration defers $1.3 billion in Medicaid payments to California amid fraud investigation
May 13, 2026
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Warsh clinches Senate approval to be Fed's next chair as inflation intensifies
The U.S.
May 13, 2026
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Canadian dollar extends daily losing streak as BoC minutes show patience
The Canadian dollar edged lower for a sixth straight day against its U.S. counterpart on Wednesday, as the greenback posted broad-based gains and minutes
May 14, 2026
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Northern California gas prices top $6 as food truck owners feel the squeeze
Northern California gas prices top $6 as food truck owners feel the squeeze
May 14, 2026
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Intern teacher overcomes financial struggles to stay in the classroom
Intern teacher overcomes financial struggles to stay in the classroom
May 14, 2026
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S&P 500, Nasdaq boosted by chips to record closing highs
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq gained ground on Wednesday with a boost from artificial intelligence-related tech shares, which helped markets
May 13, 2026
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Cisco to cut about 4,000 jobs in AI-focused restructuring as orders surge
Cisco said on Wednesday it would cut nearly 4,000 jobs, as part of a restructuring aimed at shifting investment toward artificial intelligence and related growth areas,
May 14, 2026
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US FAA to equip its airport vehicles with transponders
The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday it will spend $16.5 million to install transponders on its airport vehicles after a fatal
May 14, 2026
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Microsoft eyeing startup deals for life after OpenAI
Microsoft is shopping for artificial-intelligence startups as the software company prepares for a future
May 14, 2026
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Ford stock surges 13% on investor optimism for new energy storage business
Investor support for Ford Motor's energy storage business sent its stock soaring 13% Wednesday, the biggest single-day increase in about six years, following
May 14, 2026
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Justice Department considers settling Trump’s $10 billion IRS leak lawsuit
Justice Department considers settling Trump’s $10 billion IRS leak lawsuit
May 14, 2026
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What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume
What to know about incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, in one resume
January 30, 2026
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Tech carries Wall Street to records, even as most stocks fall after discouraging inflation data
A rebound for technology stocks led Wall Street to records, even though the majority of U.S. stocks fell following another discouraging update on inflation
May 13, 2026
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Denver International Airport looks to create "better evacuation" process after Frontier incident
Denver International Airport looks to create "better evacuation" process after Frontier incident
May 14, 2026
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Warsh wins confirmation as Fed chair, with inflation on the march
The U.S.
May 14, 2026
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Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas
When U.S.
May 14, 2026
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BP to meet union leaders next week for Whiting refinery negotiations
BP will meet with union leaders on Monday to resume contract negotiations for workers at its Whiting, Indiana, oil refinery, the company and United Steelworkers union said
May 14, 2026
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US House members defy leadership, to force vote on Ukraine aid
A U.S.
May 13, 2026
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KKR-backed ambulance giant GMR valued at $3 billion as shares fall in NYSE debut
Emergency medical services heavyweight GMR Solutions was valued at $3.01 billion after its shares fell 10% in its New York Stock Exchange debut on Wednesday, adding to a string of
May 13, 2026
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Broadcom sues EU antitrust regulators over request for US legal documents
Broadcom is suing EU antitrust regulators over their requests for documents containing legal advice from its U.S. lawyers in a case related to VMware,
May 13, 2026
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Exxon, Chevron face dissent from proxy firms ahead of annual meetings
Proxy advisory firms Glass Lewis and Institutional Shareholder Services have recommended that Exxon Mobil and Chevron investors vote against some of the
May 14, 2026
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Oil settles lower on US rate hike fears; investors watch Trump-Xi meeting
Oil prices settled lower on Wednesday as investors worried about possible U.S. interest rate hikes and awaited updates on a high-stakes summit in
May 13, 2026
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US upstream oil and gas dealmaking hit two-year high in Q1 2026
Dealmaking in the U.S. upstream oil and gas sector jumped to $38 billion in the first quarter of this year, marking the highest quarterly total in two
May 14, 2026
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OpenAI chief Altman has over $2 billion stake in companies that dealt with OpenAI, court filing shows
OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman holds more than $2 billion in companies that have done business with the artificial intelligence company, a
May 14, 2026
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Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell
Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair, succeeding Jerome Powell
May 14, 2026
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Kevin O'Leary accuses data center opponents of being funded by China
Kevin O'Leary accuses data center opponents of being funded by China
May 14, 2026
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Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance
French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his Africa visit with talks in Ethiopia
May 14, 2026
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Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve
May 13, 2026
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On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
May 14, 2026
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Former private prison executive David Venturella will become ICE's acting leader
The Trump administration says a former executive at a private prison operator will serve as the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
May 13, 2026
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Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
Russia has launched a massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine, firing at least 800 drones across 20 regions of the country
May 13, 2026
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'It does give you choices': Man working to teach people about EVs through non-profit organization
'It does give you choices': Man working to teach people about EVs through non-profit organization
May 14, 2026
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'Ocean Dream' blue-green diamond sells for more than $17 million at Christie's auction in Geneva
Christie's says a 5.5-carat triangular-cut diamond billed as the largest fancy vivid blue-green diamond known to exist has sold for more than 13.5 million Swiss francs or $17.3 million
May 14, 2026
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Elementary students open savings accounts after completing financial literacy program
Elementary students open savings accounts after completing financial literacy program
May 14, 2026
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LinkedIn planning to lay off 5% of staff in latest tech-sector cuts, source says
LinkedIn planned to inform staff of layoffs on Wednesday, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters, in a widening of
May 13, 2026
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US Justice Department drafts legal opinion backing demands for state voter rolls
The Department of Justice has issued a formal legal justification for the federal government's demands that states share their unredacted voter rolls, even though half
May 13, 2026
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Saudi warplanes struck militias in Iraq during war, sources say
Saudi fighter jets bombed targets linked to powerful Tehran-backed Shi'ite militias in Iraq during the
May 13, 2026
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Iran, Ukraine wars deliver worst hit in years to oil refining output
Refinery attacks tied to the wars in Iran and Ukraine have knocked out nearly 9% of global oil refining capacity in recent months,
May 13, 2026
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Families of Pakistani hostages held by Somali pirates for 23 days call for their rescue
Ambreen Fatima protested in Karachi with her children on Wednesday for the release of her husband, one of ten Pakistani crew aboard an oil tanker seized by
May 13, 2026
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US freezes Medicare enrollments for new home healthcare and hospice providers
The Trump administration will block new home healthcare and hospice providers from enrolling in Medicare for at least the next six months, according
May 13, 2026
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BoE to hold rates at 3.75% this year, but growing minority expect a hike: Reuters poll
The Bank of England will hold borrowing costs at 3.75% this year, a Reuters poll of economists found, though over a third
May 13, 2026
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Fervo Energy crosses $10 billion valuation as shares soar in Nasdaq debut
Fervo Energy
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Nigerian court sentences ex-power minister Mamman to 75 years in prison for fraud
A Nigerian court on Wednesday sentenced former power minister Saleh Mamman to 75 years in prison after convicting him of laundering 33.8 billion naira ($24.71 million), the
May 13, 2026
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Easing medical costs a positive for health insurers, but real test lies ahead, analysts say
U.S. health insurers' strong first-quarter results signaled more stable medical costs after prolonged pressure, but Wall Street analysts want to see another similar
May 13, 2026
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Makary exit may temporarily lift biotech sentiment but FDA leadership vacuum looms
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr.
May 13, 2026
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Fed is 'dead serious' about getting inflation down, Kashkari says
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Wednesday that the U.S. labor market looks "a bit better" than it did earlier this year, while the Iran war has worsened
May 13, 2026
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Republican resistance to Iran war grows in the Senate as Murkowski flips
Senate Republicans have again blocked Democratic legislation that would halt President Donald Trump’s war with Iran
May 13, 2026
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Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with China's Xi on Iran war, trade and US arms sales to Taiwan
The welcoming ceremony for U_S_ President Donald Trump as he arrived in Beijing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping has included a military honor guard, a military band and hundreds of Chinese youths waving flags and chanting, “Warm welcome!”
May 13, 2026
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Fact check: Trump falsely claims the inflation rate was just 1.7% prior to the Iran war
Fact check: Trump falsely claims the inflation rate was just 1.7% prior to the Iran war
May 14, 2026
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Producer prices shot up 6%, adding pressure on companies to hike prices for struggling customers
U.S. wholesale inflation came in hot last month
May 13, 2026
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US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason
Americans paid more for their groceries in April, but high gas prices were only one of the reasons why
May 13, 2026
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Scientists find clues that a new tectonic plate boundary is forming
Scientists find clues that a new tectonic plate boundary is forming
May 13, 2026
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US and China seek to repair damage from tariff war that sent trade into a freefall
President Donald Trump's trade war with Beijing has sent U.S.-China trade into a freefall and forced companies on both sides of the Pacific to regroup
May 13, 2026
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FedEx sets one-for-two share ratio for freight unit spinoff
FedEx said on Wednesday it would allot its shareholders one share of the trucking unit it is hiving off for every two shares they hold in the parcel delivery firm.
May 13, 2026
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Ukraine attacks Russian energy sites - what has been hit?
Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian energy facilities in recent months as peace talks have failed to make progress.
May 13, 2026
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Bank of England's Mann sees risk rate hikes could rock gilt market
The Bank of England should be alert to the risk that future interest rate hikes could roil Britain's government bond market because of the growing role of hedge funds and
May 13, 2026
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Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees
France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'Etat, rejected on Wednesday a challenge by Internet giant Amazon over minimum delivery fees on books, as the country
May 13, 2026
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Fed's Collins says rate hikes may be needed to curb inflation
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said on Wednesday the U.S. central bank may need to raise interest rates if inflation pressures do not abate.
May 13, 2026
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Shutterstock to pay $35 million to settle US FTC charges over subscription plans, cancellations
Shutterstock will pay $35 million to settle U.S.
May 13, 2026
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Businesses raise funds for family after two girls drown in creek
Businesses raise funds for family after two girls drown in creek
May 13, 2026
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Warm words, thin relief: Macron's Africa financial push under scrutiny
French President Emmanuel Macron jogged with Kenyan marathon star Eliud Kipchoge, spoke with local university students and announced $27 billion in new
May 13, 2026
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US dollar rises as inflation jumps; Trump-Xi talks begin
The dollar gained on Wednesday after hitting a two-week high following the latest stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation reading, with talks set to
May 13, 2026
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NY Fed defeats Puerto Rican bank's appeal tied to Venezuela-related cutoff
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York on Wednesday defeated an appeal by a Puerto Rican lender whose access to the U.S. central banking system was cut
May 13, 2026
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US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years
U.S. producer prices posted their biggest increase in four years in April, boosted by soaring costs for goods and services, the latest sign of
May 13, 2026
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Most US adults say finances in good shape but job worries tick up, Fed survey shows
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults last year continued to rate their personal finances as being in reasonable shape, although they remained concerned about inflation
May 13, 2026
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Global equities rise with the dollar, bond yields as US inflation soars
MSCI's global equities gauge advanced with the dollar on Wednesday as investors assessed hotter-than- expected inflation data
May 13, 2026
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Fervo Energy raises $1.89 billion in US IPO
Geothermal energy developer Fervo Energy said on Tuesday it has raised $1.89 billion in its upsized U.S. initial public offering, highlighting robust investor appetite for the
May 13, 2026
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How has the Iran war affected Middle East states?
LONDON, May 13 - The war that began on February 28 with a massive Israeli-U.S. bombing campaign against Iran has rocked the entire Middle East, wreaking damage to infrastructure and economies and
May 13, 2026
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Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air
Taiwan anxiously eyes Trump’s summit in China, with $14 billion in US arms sales up in the air
May 13, 2026
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Malaysia says Iranian oil transfers near its waters exploit a maritime loophole
Malaysia’s maritime agency says Iranian-linked tankers are exploiting “jurisdictional gaps” to conduct ship-to-ship transfers of sanctioned oil near its waters
May 13, 2026
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New community solar garden in Owatonna breaks ground with goal of reducing homeowner energy bills
New community solar garden in Owatonna breaks ground with goal of reducing homeowner energy bills
May 13, 2026
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Sazerac to invest in cocktail brand SIPMARGS backed by TikTok star Alix Earle
Spirits company Sazerac has agreed to invest in canned cocktail brand SIPMARGS, which counts social media influencer Alix Earle as an investor, as
May 13, 2026
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AI cloud firm Nebius reports near eightfold revenue surge, shares jump
Nebius Group reported a nearly eightfold rise in quarterly revenue on Wednesday, benefiting from increasing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure and cloud services,
May 13, 2026
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S&P 500 opens muted as hot inflation data signals rates to stay on hold
The S&P 500 was subdued at the open on Wednesday, as hotter-than-anticipated producer prices reinforced bets that the Federal Reserve would keep monetary policy restrictive all
May 13, 2026
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UN food agency halves Syria food aid, halts bread subsidy over funding shortages
The World Food Programme said on Wednesday it had halved emergency food assistance in Syria due to funding shortages, warning that millions remained vulnerable despite signs of
May 13, 2026
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Brazil's retail sales beat forecasts, hit record high in March
Brazil's retail sales volumes beat expectations and reached a record high in March, data from statistics agency IBGE showed on Wednesday, though high borrowing costs
May 13, 2026
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Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services
Apple on Wednesday echoed Google's criticism of EU antitrust regulators' efforts to force the search giant to help AI rivals access its services, warning
May 13, 2026
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UK's Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King's Speech
Keir Starmer was facing his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reportedly readying his
May 13, 2026
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JPMorgan executive open to talks with France's far-right National Rally
JPMorgan is open to engaging with France's far-right National Rally (RN) ahead of next year's presidential election, a senior regional executive at the
May 13, 2026
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Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says
U.S. cattle producers are making "spotty" efforts to rebuild the nation's diminished herd and supplies will remain tight, Tyson Foods Chief Financial
May 13, 2026
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Iran war brings Turkey-PKK peace process to near standstill
Just two weeks after Turkey's parliament made recommendations on how to advance the country's peace process with Kurdish
May 13, 2026
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Alibaba's AI spending to exceed goals on signs of payoff, says margin 'secondary'
China's Alibaba said it would exceed its planned AI investment of up to 380 billion yuan ($55.96 billion) over the next three years, as early
May 13, 2026
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Birkenstock warns of higher costs from tariffs, Middle East conflict
Birkenstock shares slumped 13% on Wednesday after the sandal maker warned of rising second-half cost pressures from U.S. tariffs and the Middle East conflict, with
May 13, 2026
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What's at stake in Turkey's bid to end conflict with PKK militants?
Turkey's attempt to finish its decades-old conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group has stalled, with both sides waiting for the other to act in a
May 13, 2026
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Hot April producer price number adds to inflation worries
U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in April, posting their biggest gain since early 2022, the latest indication that inflation was accelerating amid the
May 13, 2026
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GoFundMe raises more than $40K for 70-year-old veteran after viral TikTok
GoFundMe raises more than $40K for 70-year-old veteran after viral TikTok
May 13, 2026
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Brazil's beloved instant payment system faces scrutiny from the Trump administration
Brazil may be politically divided but people across the spectrum all love the country's instant payment system
May 13, 2026
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China's Alibaba reports 38% jump in AI and cloud revenue as it races to grow
China's Alibaba has reported accelerating AI and cloud revenue growth driven by the AI boom, which has jumped 38% in the January-March quarter compared to the year before
May 13, 2026
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Detroit’s water affordability crisis is tied to the uneven distribution of stormwater management costs – a fraught history explains why
Some Detroit residents spend as much as 25% of their disposable income on water bills. Many are struggling to keep up.
May 13, 2026
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Why Pennsylvania’s low-income residents are feeling the squeeze as gas prices rise
Cutting the state gas tax, as some have suggested, could lead to budget shortfalls down the line.
May 13, 2026
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America is in for yet another long spell of price pain
America is in for yet another long spell of price pain
May 13, 2026
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Falling space debris poses an escalating risk as spacecraft get stronger and more heat resistant
Some engineers are prioritizing ‘design for demise’ and planning satellites that are more likely to completely burn up in Earth’s atmosphere at the end of their lifespan.
May 13, 2026
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Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America
Overseas US military bases are integral to combat operations and can burnish the country’s image to advance its foreign policy goals.
May 13, 2026
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Cannes film market opens to record turnout as focus shifts to smaller films
The world's largest film market opened in Cannes this week and attracted a record number of attendees vying to buy the mostly smaller productions
May 13, 2026
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Trump's designs on Greenland prod investment, tourism likely to pay off faster than mines
New focus on Greenland since Donald Trump declared his aim to seize it could help boost investment there, with Arctic tourism likely to pay off faster
May 13, 2026
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Kremlin says Russia can do business with US if it stops linking trade to Ukraine
Russia is interested in joint economic projects with the United States if Washington stops linking trade ties with a peace deal on Ukraine, the Kremlin said on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026
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Indonesia prosecutors seek 18-year prison sentence for Gojek founder in graft case
Indonesian prosecutors said on Wednesday that they were seeking an 18-year prison sentence for Nadiem Makarim, a former Indonesian education minister and co-founder of ride
May 13, 2026
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Brazil's Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro deadlocked in presidential runoff poll
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro were statistically tied in a simulated runoff ahead of this year's presidential election, a
May 13, 2026
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Mercedes Benz CEO: current EU rules have not spurred intended shift away from combustion engines
Current European Union rules such as an outright ban on internal combustion car engines in 2035 have not spurred the intended shift to electric vehicles, Mercedes Benz
May 13, 2026
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Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation
Britain will introduce legislation to strengthen its ties with the European Union, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer prioritises mending economic relations
May 13, 2026
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German cabinet agrees to replace green-friendly heating law
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet agreed on Wednesday to scrap a contentious heating law and pass measures to boost long-term
May 13, 2026
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Pemex confirms death of worker injured in explosion at Oaxaca refinery
A Pemex worker injured in an explosion at Oaxaca refinery in the Port of Salina Cruz died on Tuesday evening while receiving treatment en route to the hospital, Pemex said in a
May 13, 2026
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Trump, Xi to weigh tariff cuts on $30 billion of imports in managed trade push
The U.S. and China are expected to inch toward a managed trade mechanism for non-sensitive goods this week, with each side possibly identifying some $30
May 13, 2026
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Tower Semi forecasts upbeat quarterly revenue, signs $1.3 billion in AI chip deals
Tower Semiconductor on Wednesday forecast second-quarter revenue above estimates and said it landed $1.3 billion in deals for 2027 to supply chips that use light to move data at
May 13, 2026
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UAE-owned tanker leaks some fuel off Oman following Iranian strike
A unit of state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said on Wednesday that one of its tankers struck by Iranian drones last week has leaked a small amount of fuel off the
May 13, 2026
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Trump lands in China for Xi summit with Nvidia CEO in tow
President Donald Trump landed in Beijing accompanied by an entourage that included Nvidia's Jensen Huang and Elon Musk
May 13, 2026
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JPMorgan rejigs investment bank leadership in wider overhaul
JPMorgan Chase is overhauling its investment bank leadership as part of a wider reorganization, the largest U.S. lender said on Wednesday.
May 13, 2026
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S&P 500 futures turn negative after April PPI data
S&P 500 futures turned negative on Wednesday after data showed producer prices rose more than expected in April, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest
May 13, 2026
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Morgan Stanley lifts S&P 500's annual target on hopes of earnings-driven rallies
Morgan Stanley raised its annual target for the benchmark S&P 500 index on Wednesday, saying U.S. stocks have enough room to rally as companies continue to post strong earnings.
May 13, 2026
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Airlines tackle fuel cost surge with price hikes, outlook cuts
A surge in jet fuel prices from $85-$90 to $150-$200 per barrel amid the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran has blindsided the aviation industry, where fuel accounts for up to a quarter
March 10, 2026
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Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy founded by hedge fund billionaire George Soros, is putting $30 million toward groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
May 13, 2026
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As the US starves it of oil, Cuba is pulling off one of the fastest solar revolutions on the planet — with China’s help
As the US starves it of oil, Cuba is pulling off one of the fastest solar revolutions on the planet — with China’s help
May 13, 2026
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India races to shield economy from Iran war-driven oil shock, capital stress
A sustained spike in energy prices triggered by the Iran war has clouded India's macroeconomic outlook, spurring crisis-era measures from
May 13, 2026
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Political turmoil and inflation threat vie to push up UK borrowing costs
Intense pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer is driving up British government borrowing costs - but the political uncertainty is by no
May 12, 2026
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Blackstone drops $4 billion New World deal, Bloomberg News reports
Blackstone has walked away from a proposed $4 billion tie-up with Hong Kong's New World Development after the indebted property developer refused to cede control, Bloomberg News
May 13, 2026
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Volvo Cars open to US partnerships, CEO says
Sweden's Volvo Cars is open to cooperation with other companies in the United States as the auto maker seeks to better utilise the existing production capacity at its South
May 13, 2026
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Nissan predicts profit above $1 billion this fiscal year, modest Iran war hit
Nissan forecast more than $1 billion in profit for its fiscal year on Wednesday, predicting a relatively modest hit from the Iran war and an increasing impact from
May 13, 2026
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Roundhill fund becomes fastest-growing ETF ever as retail investors seek semiconductor exposure
Individual investors who can't seem to get enough of the red-hot market for semiconductor stocks have made a five-week-old exchange-traded
May 13, 2026
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Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted
Samsung Electronics and its union failed to reach a pay deal on Wednesday, heightening the risk of a long strike that threatens not only chip
May 13, 2026
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Mexico's Pemex CEO, close ally of Sheinbaum, under threat as woes mount
The future of Pemex CEO Victor Rodríguez is increasingly uncertain as the longtime ally of President Claudia Sheinbaum
May 13, 2026
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Sizzling semiconductor trade at risk of cooling - and stalling US stocks rally
A stunning run-up in shares of semiconductor companies has helped drive the U.S. stock rally, but the eye-popping gains are sparking concerns about an
May 13, 2026
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Fed alert
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Oil prices remain elevated, inflation is climbing and bond markets
May 13, 2026
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ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll
The European Central Bank will hike its deposit rate next month and at least once more this year to try to stop the energy price shock from the Middle
May 13, 2026
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Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming
Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the
May 13, 2026
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China criticizes US chip equipment bill in run-up to Beijing talks
China is pushing back against proposed U.S. legislation that would curb its chipmakers in the global AI race, making early moves that underscore Beijing's concerns
May 13, 2026
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What are the main policy plans of Hungary's new government?
Hungary's new government, under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, was sworn in earlier this week, replacing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's administration after 16 years.
May 13, 2026
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Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda sees yen intervention impact as short-lived
Japan's recent foreign exchange intervention may have kept the yen from sliding below the 160-per-dollar mark but it is unlikely to have a lasting effect in
May 13, 2026
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To dot or not? Warsh's first Fed rate projection could out his views to the public - and Trump
Kevin Warsh will face a key moment in his first weeks as U.S.
May 13, 2026
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Walmart cuts 1,000 roles to simplify operations, source says
Walmart has eliminated 1,000 roles as the world's largest retailer simplifies its operating structure, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters.
May 13, 2026
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ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks
European Central Bank board member Frank Elderson on Wednesday urged banks in the euro area to quickly prepare for potential cyberattacks launched with the help of
May 13, 2026
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Inside the furor plaguing Democratic National Committee leader Ken Martin
Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is losing the confidence of some Democratic officials, who are concerned about the direction of the party's political machine barely a year into his term
May 13, 2026
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Japanese automaker Nissan reduces losses and expects to return to profit
Japanese automaker Nissan says it reduced losses for the fiscal year through March
May 13, 2026
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Seeking free money advice from AI? Don’t be so quick to upload any financial statements
Seeking free money advice from AI? Don’t be so quick to upload any financial statements
May 13, 2026
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Japanese investors sell foreign stocks in April as energy costs rise
Japanese investors turned net sellers of foreign stocks for the first time in four months in April, as concerns over higher energy costs from the Iran war and the risk of broader
May 13, 2026
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Iran war pushes German wholesale price inflation to three-year high
German wholesale prices climbed to a three-year high of 6.3% in April as the Iran war pushed up the prices of energy and raw materials,
May 13, 2026
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BYD in talks with Stellantis, others for Europe plants, Bloomberg News reports
BYD is negotiating with Stellantis and other European car makers to take over underused factories in the region, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing the Chinese company's
May 13, 2026
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SoftBank profit more than triples to $12 billion on OpenAI stake gains
Technology investor SoftBank Group reported on Wednesday that its net profit more than tripled to 1.83 trillion yen ($11.60 billion) in the January-March
May 13, 2026
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South Korea has room for active fiscal spending thanks to AI boom, Fitch says
South Korea has room to use fiscal policy to mitigate the economic impact of the Middle East conflict, thanks to an artificial intelligence boom, credit ratings
May 13, 2026
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US Treasury's Bessent, China's He wrap up S. Korea talks ahead of Trump-Xi summit
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May 13, 2026
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Volkswagen controlling families demand overhaul after dent to profit
Volkswagen's controlling family shareholders piled pressure on the automaker to overhaul its business model on Wednesday after the German company's ongoing
May 13, 2026
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India's Modi cuts size of his motorcade to save fuel, source says
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has "significantly" cut the size of his motorcade to save fuel, a government source said on Wednesday, days after he urged citizens to
May 13, 2026
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UBS delays Fed rate cuts on inflation concerns, as jobs stay resilient
UBS Global Wealth Management joined a wave of brokerages in pushing back their U.S. monetary policy easing forecasts, citing persistent inflation and resilience in the labor market
May 13, 2026
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Japan's SoftBank racks up huge profit gains with lift from lucrative AI investments
Japanese technology investor Softbank Group says profits for the fiscal year through March zoomed by nearly five-fold as its AI investments paid off
May 13, 2026
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US defense firm Anduril raises $5 billion, doubling its valuation to $61 billion
Defense technology start-up Anduril Industries said on Wednesday that it has raised $5 billion, doubling its valuation to $61 billion.
May 13, 2026
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Helsinki's costly cycling push draws crowds - and criticism
Finland's capital Helsinki has spent billions of euros on public transport and bicycle lanes — and plans more — despite mixed reactions from residents.
May 13, 2026
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Locked in a stalemate with Iran, Trump heads to China
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter With the conflict in the Middle East still mired in a stalemate, Donald Trump is on his way to Beijing to see if
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|World
Iran war to cast a shadow on BRICS foreign ministers meeting in Delhi
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is set to cast a shadow over a two-day meeting of the foreign ministers of the BRICS grouping that kicks
May 13, 2026
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French unemployment rate rises to 8.1%, highest since 2021
France's unemployment rate rose to 8.1% in the first quarter of 2026, its highest since 2021, the INSEE statistics agency reported on Wednesday, though it was still lower
May 13, 2026
Economy|Europe|World
French inflation confirmed at 2.5% in April, highest since July 2024
EU-harmonised consumer prices in France rose 2.5% year-on-year in April, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, confirming a preliminary reading published late last month and
May 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe
Siemens orders rise more than expected despite Iranian war tension
Siemens' orders rose more than expected in the first three months of the year, although its sales and profits slipped behind forecast and the Iran war has
May 13, 2026
Economy|US|World
Russia's Lavrov says 'nothing is happening' with US-Russia relations
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that many positive things were being said about the enormous potential of U.S.-Russia relations, but that in reality
May 13, 2026
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Thai growth likely to top 3% over next 1-2 years on new investments, minister says
Thailand's finance minister said on Wednesday that he expects growth to top 3% over the next one to two years, boosted by new investments, with the central bank also
May 13, 2026
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Australia's CBA shares slump on tax changes, provisions; lenders fall
Australia's largest lender, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) lost nearly A$30 billion ($21.7 billion) in value as its shares slid on
May 13, 2026