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Today: August 18, 2026
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Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows

Palantir chair and co-founder Peter Thiel has bought a 1% stake in Argentina's Vista, one of the largest oil companies operating in the country's Vaca Muerta shale

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows
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Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions

Hurricane Lala approached Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday, leaving more than 40,000 utility customers without power across the state as the

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions
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Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

Hopes of finding survivors of the earthquake that struck western Colombia five days ago were dwindling on Saturday, as more bodies were pulled from

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
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Berkshire Hathaway boosted stake in Alphabet, homebuilders in the second quarter

Berkshire Hathaway is increasing its stake in Google’s parent company, Alphabet

Berkshire Hathaway boosted stake in Alphabet, homebuilders in the second quarter
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Nvidia eyes investing $3 billion in SB Energy under OpenAI data center deal, Information says

Nvidia is in talks to invest as much as $3 billion in SB Energy, a SoftBank Group subsidiary developing a massive planned Ohio data center project for OpenAI, the Information

Nvidia eyes investing $3 billion in SB Energy under OpenAI data center deal, Information says
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Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting

Democrats have approved dueling messages on immigration enforcement, disagreeing on whether U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement should be abolished or reformed

Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting
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Wall Street week ahead: Home Depot and Walmart report earnings, minutes of Fed meeting are released

Wall Street will get financial updates from some of the nation’s biggest retailers this week, along with more details from the Federal Reserve’s most recent meeting

Wall Street week ahead: Home Depot and Walmart report earnings, minutes of Fed meeting are released
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Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown

Moroccan police arrested at least 111 people on Saturday as they tried to enter Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta,

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown
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The Buffalo Bills’ new stadium has some seats with obstructed views. What’s worse are the ticket prices

The Buffalo Bills’ new stadium has some seats with obstructed views. What’s worse are the ticket prices

The Buffalo Bills’ new stadium has some seats with obstructed views. What’s worse are the ticket prices
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Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that
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US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump’s war against Iran is stretching the limits of the nation’s aircraft carriers and leaving the western Pacific without one of the key American warships

US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere
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Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?

Democratic voters are turning out for this year’s primaries at levels not seen in more than 20 years

Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?
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The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry

President Harry Truman famously kept a “The Buck Stops Here” sign on his White House desk

The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry
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A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela

At a flattened apartment block known as Los Cocos in northern Venezuela, civilians toiled with little support to pull the

A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela
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Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide

At first light on Ecuador's Pacific coast, small fishing boats fan out from the villages of San Mateo and

Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide
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Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis

The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights

Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
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UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening

The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday Iran had attacked an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessel while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier, the Emirati

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening
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Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions

In the weeks before a rush of more than 70,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, border workers

Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions
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The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown
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Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices

Iran called on the U.S. to accept defeat on Saturday, while President Donald Trump blasted

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices
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Crusading India state food safety chief targets Eternal, Swiggy, Zepto in sweeping crackdown

Maharashtra state's food safety chief has intensified a crackdown on the food and grocery industries, suspending the permits of 12

Crusading India state food safety chief targets Eternal, Swiggy, Zepto in sweeping crackdown
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Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending

Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved this year's government budget late on Friday after a record delay, including spending on a key drone programme to bolster

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
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US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China

The U.S. is preparing to tell dozens of countries they must pick sides in the artificial intelligence race with China, warning they will be excluded

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
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Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed concerns about the toll on U.S. sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, saying the aircraft carrier's more

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'
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JPMorgan debanked Polymarket last year over regulatory concerns, source says

JPMorgan Chase terminated its banking relationship with prediction market platform Polymarket in October of last year, citing regulatory

JPMorgan debanked Polymarket last year over regulatory concerns, source says
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Nvidia scales back funding guarantee for Ohio OpenAI data center, WSJ reports

Nvidia has revised its plans to support a proposed OpenAI data center project in Ohio and is now expected to initially guarantee less than $120 billion, down from the $250 billion

Nvidia scales back funding guarantee for Ohio OpenAI data center, WSJ reports
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Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on $190-200 billion 2028 revenue forecast, sources say

As Anthropic prepares for what could be one of the biggest IPOs on record, Wall Street is looking further into the future than it commonly does to put a price on the AI

Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on $190-200 billion 2028 revenue forecast, sources say
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Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits

Amazon on Friday reinstated binding arbitration for its U.S. customers while also barring them from seeking class-action lawsuits, making it more difficult for

Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits
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Jane Street took $15 billion hit in July tied to Situational Awareness, AI selloff, sources say

Jane Street took a $15 billion hit in July from its exposure to AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness and other tech stocks that were battered by the

Jane Street took $15 billion hit in July tied to Situational Awareness, AI selloff, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Moscow and Pyongyang were cooperating across all areas and coordinating efforts to ensure regional

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports
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A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says

An estimated $50 million ransom paid to free a hostage seized by al Qaeda-linked militants in Mali in late 2025 has helped to fund their advances across West

A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says
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Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings

Institutional investors pulled back slightly from key stock market segments such as semiconductors, AI

Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings
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UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs

The United Nations appealed to donors on Friday not to cut funding for women's programs in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, saying this would add to suffering in a

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs
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US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists

The top U.S. financial regulator on Friday made permanent its decision to cease judging whether companies may exclude shareholder resolutions from votes at annual

US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists
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Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist

A U.S. appeals court on Friday ordered a lower court to reconsider whether China-based DJI, the world's largest drone maker, should be removed from

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist
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What's next for Luigi Mangione after his guilty plea over CEO killing?

Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal charges over the killing of health insurance executive Brian Thompson, paving the way for him to try to

What's next for Luigi Mangione after his guilty plea over CEO killing?
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Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone

Rescuers raced in Colombia on Friday to free four people from a collapsed hotel, a rare sign

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone
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US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August

U.S. consumer sentiment slumped in early August amid worries about the rising cost of living because of the conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August
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Private credit roundup: Nvidia's half trillion for chips financing, plus others

Nvidia's colossal financing deal for AI infrastructure buildouts is the talk of private markets this week.

Private credit roundup: Nvidia's half trillion for chips financing, plus others
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Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed at the open on Friday, a day after the S&P 500 closed at a record high, as investors assessed retail sales data and took stock of the latest

Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data
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U.S. equity funds draw inflows as rate-hike concerns ease

U.S. equity funds attracted inflows in the week through August 12, as a softer-than-expected payrolls report and benign inflation data tempered expectations of a Federal Reserve

U.S. equity funds draw inflows as rate-hike concerns ease
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Maryland tax court voids digital ad tax, orders refunds to Apple, Google and Peacock TV

A Maryland state tax court has struck down the state’s tax on digital advertising

Maryland tax court voids digital ad tax, orders refunds to Apple, Google and Peacock TV
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Congress just passed a housing law that rewards states for reform — here’s why Colorado has a head start

A new federal law rewards states that ease housing rules. Colorado has been doing that for years, and its experience shows both what works and what does not.

Congress just passed a housing law that rewards states for reform — here’s why Colorado has a head start
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The heat is on

World markets are in full summer mode, even as tensions flare in the Gulf and there is no shortage of risk events for investors, including a health check on the mighty U.S. consumer

The heat is on
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With Fed mum on next move, investors look to earnings to keep stocks afloat

Investors head into next week weighing familiar concerns over interest rates, inflation and geopolitical tensions against another robust earnings season

With Fed mum on next move, investors look to earnings to keep stocks afloat
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US business inventories unchanged in June

U.S. business inventories were unchanged in June as an increase in stocks at wholesalers was offset by a decline at retailers, reflecting strong domestic demand in the

US business inventories unchanged in June
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Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz appeared to grind to a near standstill on Friday after two more ships were

Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran
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US civil rights agency denies issuing order halting all federal class discrimination complaints

A civil rights agency accused of halting a sexual harassment case filed on behalf of female prison guards is now blaming an administrative judge for doing so in error

US civil rights agency denies issuing order halting all federal class discrimination complaints
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World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response

The World Bank on Friday said it had disbursed $200 million to Colombia for its emergency response to a deadly August 10 earthquake that left hundreds dead.

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response
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Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 287 people and affected more than 100,000

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris
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Tiger Global Management cuts stakes in Big Tech, buys into SpaceX

Tiger Global Management trimmed several of its Big Tech stakes, exited Netflix, and took positions in Advanced Micro Devices and SpaceX during the second quarter, according to

Tiger Global Management cuts stakes in Big Tech, buys into SpaceX
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Jana Partners cuts stake in Fiserv, filing shows

Jana Partners cut its stake in payments company Fiserv by roughly 17% in the second quarter, a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission showed on Friday.

Jana Partners cuts stake in Fiserv, filing shows
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Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway's third-largest investment

Berkshire Hathaway said on Friday it boosted the size of its investment in Alphabet by 83% in the second quarter, making the parent of Google and YouTube its

Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway's third-largest investment
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FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say

Epic Systems, a healthcare database company that holds the medical records of hundreds of millions of Americans, is facing an antitrust investigation by the U.S.

FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say
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Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards

Shares of South Korea's Hanwha Group and Italy's Fincantieri rose on Friday after President Donald Trump's directive opening U.S.

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards
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Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says

Canadian autoworkers union Unifor said on Friday it had been notified by Stellantis that the company is considering the closure and sale of its

Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says
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US regulator approves bank charter for Trump-backed crypto company World Liberty Financial

A national U.S. bank regulator on Friday conditionally approved a bank charter application linked to President Donald Trump and his

US regulator approves bank charter for Trump-backed crypto company World Liberty Financial
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S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions

The S&P 500 closed lower on Friday, dipping from a record high and weighed down by Applied Materials, while investors digested weaker-than-expected retail sales

S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions
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Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace

Crude oil futures climbed over $1 a berrel on Friday on tanker attacks and a lack of progress on a peace agreement between the Trump administration and Iran's leadership.

Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace
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US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July

U.S. retail sales fell in July for the first time in nine months as the boost from big tax refunds faded, suggesting that consumer spending was slowing

US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July
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SEC proposes easing 'pay-to-play' rules for investment advisers

The U.S.

SEC proposes easing 'pay-to-play' rules for investment advisers
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Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales

The dollar fell on Friday after data showed U.S. retail sales unexpectedly declined in July, helping send the euro and sterling to multi-month highs, as

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales
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Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow

Brazil's largest lenders are growing more cautious on credit, continuing a shift toward secured products and higher-income borrowers amid signs of a

Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow
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Workday buyout may restore confidence in battered software valuations, analysts say

Silver Lake's potential Workday buyout could bolster battered software valuations by showing that private equity remains confident in the industry's prospects

Workday buyout may restore confidence in battered software valuations, analysts say
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Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster

Two slicks have appeared in Iranian waters,

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster
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New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
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NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms

NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms

NASA’s ‘Dragon Lady’ is uncovering how wildfires create storms
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Boeing's Wisk sale unlikely to kick off another divestment round

Boeing's announcement this week that it is selling Wisk Aero is less a signal of a broader breakup than an effort to shed a struggling, non-core air taxi

Boeing's Wisk sale unlikely to kick off another divestment round
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Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike

U.S. and European shares fell on Friday and oil prices rose more than $1 a barrel as markets monitored tense U.S.-Iran talks and

Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike
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Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms

U.S.

Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
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Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his government has triggered an economic reciprocity law against U.S. tariffs

Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength
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Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family

Officials in Akron, Ohio, have fired a police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old boy

Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family
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The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?

The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?

The AI boom is driving up home prices in San Francisco. Are you being priced out?
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With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players

While talks to end the Iran war have stalled, the Trump administration appears to be reaching out to a broader swath of countries that might be able to help pressure Tehran or ease its hardline position where traditional mediators haven't succeeded so far

With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players
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Wall Street slips from its record following the latest weak update on the US economy

U.S. stocks edged back from their all-time high following the latest economic report to come in surprisingly weak

Wall Street slips from its record following the latest weak update on the US economy
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Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are marking five years since regaining power

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education
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Fed's Goolsbee says latest inflation data is better

Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Austan Goolsbee said on Thursday that the latest U.S. inflation data has been a "little

Fed's Goolsbee says latest inflation data is better
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Musk discloses 48.4% stake in SpaceX in regulatory filing

Elon Musk held a 48.4% stake in SpaceX as of June 30, a regulatory filing showed on Thursday, valuing his holding at more than $900 billion at current market prices.

Musk discloses 48.4% stake in SpaceX in regulatory filing
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New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures

New Zealand's manufacturing activity continued to expand in July, though at a slower pace, as sentiment weakened after the conflict in the Middle East pushed costs higher

New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures
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Tyson Foods will close or sell three US beef facilities as industry struggles

By P.J.

Tyson Foods will close or sell three US beef facilities as industry struggles
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US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure

The United States on Thursday said that it could maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and would ratchet up economic pressure on

US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure
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Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will impose tariffs on imports of drones and their components, including from some key U.S

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says
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US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules

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US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules
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White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs

The White House said on Thursday the United States is losing annual tariff revenue of about $19 billion to $26 billion on goods, largely from China, that are

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs
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Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says

Japan may conduct joint yen intervention "at any time" and signal the chance of faster-than-expected interest rate hikes to stem the

Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says
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Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs

The Brazilian government has opened a process that could result in the adoption of reciprocal measures against the United States in response to tariffs recently imposed by

Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs
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Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday the AUKUS defence pact remained "full steam ahead" after an overnight call with

Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call
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Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that the United States is going to apply measures that have "never been seen" on Iran.

Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran
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Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge

China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales as higher fuel costs as a result of

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge
Economy|World

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan on Friday to create a new exchange that will set prices for the country's

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse
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Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results

Preliminary results on Friday showed that Prime Minister Mark Brown's Cook Islands Party would likely retain control of parliament, winning 12 of the

Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results
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Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention

The yen headed for its biggest weekly loss in three months on Friday as the impact of U.S. and Japanese intervention faded, leaving traders to wager another round of

Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention
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Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains

Oil prices rose on Friday and were on track for weekly gains after the United States threatened an indefinite naval blockade of Iran, raising concerns about

Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains
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AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth

Market gauges of inflation-adjusted borrowing costs have shot to their highest in more than a decade across major economies as AI companies and

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth
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Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say

By Saeed Azhar and Milana Vinn NEW YORK, Aug 14 (REUTERS) - Goldman Sachs is in talks with potential investors about participating in Nvidia's $500 billion AI financing initiative, after leveraging

Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say
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Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 

China's top foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp, said on Friday that AI-related demand would continue to underpin orders

Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 
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Japan's July core inflation seen at 1.8% on higher energy costs

Japan's core consumer inflation likely accelerated in July from the previous month, as faster food price gains and cost pressures on energy from the war

Japan's July core inflation seen at 1.8% on higher energy costs
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BOJ eyeing September rate hike, faster pace of tightening, sources say

The Bank of Japan is set to raise interest rates as soon as September and is considering hiking more aggressively thereafter from the

BOJ eyeing September rate hike, faster pace of tightening, sources say
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Philippine president says joint oil and gas exploration with China a 'distinct possibility'

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday that there was a "distinct possibility" that the Philippines and China could

Philippine president says joint oil and gas exploration with China a 'distinct possibility'
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue during appeal

President Donald Trump's administration has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the White House to continue construction on its $400 million ballroom project while it appeals a lower court’s order to halt the work

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom construction continue during appeal
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Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions

Advocates are speaking against a sweeping undercover federal surveillance operation that court documents say targeted progressive groups and unions protesting the Minneapolis immigration crackdown

Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions
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The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be

Time is a concept that varies across cultures and history

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be
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Ken Paxton tries to tamp down growing Republican concerns about his Senate campaign

Ken Paxton tries to tamp down growing Republican concerns about his Senate campaign

Ken Paxton tries to tamp down growing Republican concerns about his Senate campaign
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2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz, and other news from the Middle East

The United Arab Emirates has blamed Iran for firing drones at two tankers operated by a state-owned oil company in the Strait of Hormuz

2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of Hormuz, and other news from the Middle East
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Massachusetts mayor accused of using a pandemic loan to fund election campaign and pay his taxes

A Massachusetts mayor has been arrested and charged with fraudulently obtaining pandemic loans

Massachusetts mayor accused of using a pandemic loan to fund election campaign and pay his taxes
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How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Monday, affecting a large part of the western region

How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake
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Squatters found in 27 NYCHA units since new inspection program launched in April, agency says

Squatters found in 27 NYCHA units since new inspection program launched in April, agency says

Squatters found in 27 NYCHA units since new inspection program launched in April, agency says
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Man accused of running Ponzi scheme, stealing $100M from investors, FBI says

Man accused of running Ponzi scheme, stealing $100M from investors, FBI says

Man accused of running Ponzi scheme, stealing $100M from investors, FBI says
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6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto
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Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say

Apple has trained a large language model specifically for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said, a departure from the iPhone maker's strategy of relying on

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say
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Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month

Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month

Frustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month
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US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades

Americans unexpectedly cut their spending in July by the biggest drop since May 2025, raising doubts about the resiliency of consumers who have kept spending and powering the economy despite the rising costs of daily expenses

US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades
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Yen stuck in twilight zone

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The yen is back in the intervention zone, but its fate now appears to rest with the Fed's policy path and hopes of aggressive

Yen stuck in twilight zone
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Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements

El Salvador-based Tether, which issues the world's largest stablecoin, said KPMG U.S. had performed a "full independent audit" of its financial

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements
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Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion

Alphabet's early bet on SpaceX has multiplied more than 100-fold, with the Google parent disclosing a stake worth about $94 billion at the end of

Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion
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US-based Diversified Energy in early talks to acquire Birch Resources

U.S.-based Diversified Energy said on Friday it is in early discussions to acquire privately held Birch Resources, as it looks to further expand into the oil and gas-rich Permian

US-based Diversified Energy in early talks to acquire Birch Resources
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Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies

For decades, the Gulf served as the center of gravity for much of Lebanon's creative talent, with swathes of designers and marketing executives flocking to

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies
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Cooler inflation data may force Warsh's divided Fed to hold the line on rates

Kevin Warsh took over as head of the Federal Reserve in May with monetary policy at a crossroads, officials divided

Cooler inflation data may force Warsh's divided Fed to hold the line on rates
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Global equity funds extend inflow streak as earnings optimism and reduced rate-hike bets lift sentiment

Global equity funds attracted inflows for a 12th consecutive week through August 12, buoyed by optimism over a strong earnings season and data showing weaker-than-expected U.S.

Global equity funds extend inflow streak as earnings optimism and reduced rate-hike bets lift sentiment
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Luigi Mangione admits killing insurance CEO, pleads guilty in federal case

Luigi Mangione admitted in court on Friday that he fatally shot health insurance executive Brian Thompson and pleaded guilty to two federal

Luigi Mangione admits killing insurance CEO, pleads guilty in federal case
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Stay of execution?

Even though we're slipping inexorably into the summer holiday doldrums on world markets, bond anxiety was once again a theme of the early part of this week,

Stay of execution?
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Russia seeks answers from US about alleged support for Ukrainian attacks, Lavrov says

Russia believes the United States is deeply involved in Ukrainian attacks against it and has raised the issue with Washington, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in

Russia seeks answers from US about alleged support for Ukrainian attacks, Lavrov says
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China July bank loans post record contraction as credit demand falters

China's new yuan loans posted a record contraction in July, missing forecasts as seasonal factors and weak household credit demand weighed on

China July bank loans post record contraction as credit demand falters
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Culture clash: How Orcel's profit-boosting recipe could prove a bitter pill for Commerzbank

UniCredit's CEO Andrea Orcel has a blueprint for Commerzbank: slash costs, strip out management layers and push harder for revenue growth,

Culture clash: How Orcel's profit-boosting recipe could prove a bitter pill for Commerzbank
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Air Canada expects record September, October revenue as premium passengers avoid summer heat

Air Canada's revenue for September and October is likely to break records for the two months as more premium travelers avoid the heat and summer crowds

Air Canada expects record September, October revenue as premium passengers avoid summer heat
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Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger

Airlines are getting grounded jets back into the air. The bills left by a years-long engine crisis are proving much harder to bring down.

Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger
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Russia dismisses idea of Black Sea ceasefire

Russia on Friday dismissed the idea of a ceasefire with Ukraine in the Black Sea, saying it saw no grounds for "half-measures" that would offer a respite to the other side.

Russia dismisses idea of Black Sea ceasefire
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US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid

U.S. rocket company Astra Space is seeking to raise $250 million at a $1 billion valuation in a funding round expected to close this quarter, CEO Chris

US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid
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Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay

Reddit shares jumped more than 11% on Friday after the S&P Dow Jones Indices said the social media platform would join the benchmark S&P 500 index, replacing AvalonBay Communities.

Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay
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European shares snap 4-week rally as higher oil prices temper strong earnings 

European shares finished lower on Friday and snapped a four-week winning streak, as rising crude prices and renewed

European shares snap 4-week rally as higher oil prices temper strong earnings 
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Mudslide in eastern China kills one, more heavy rain expected

A mudslide in eastern China's Zhejiang Province on Friday killed one person and three others remained missing, while eastern and southern provinces were bracing for more

Mudslide in eastern China kills one, more heavy rain expected
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Small businesses at the gateways to America’s national parks face 4 big risks – including changing boundaries and extreme weather

Policy changes, climate disruption, staffing shortages and housing costs are reshaping the risks of owning or starting a gateway business.

Small businesses at the gateways to America’s national parks face 4 big risks – including changing boundaries and extreme weather
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AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades

Taiwan expects its tech-reliant economy to grow at the fastest pace in nearly four decades this year, the statistics agency said on Friday,

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades
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Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run

Applied Materials shares fell about 4% in early trading on Friday, as the chip equipment maker's upbeat outlook failed to soothe investors worried about the threat

Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run
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Philippine president says he has yet to decide who to back as successor

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr confirmed on Friday that he would endorse a candidate for the 2028 presidential election, but

Philippine president says he has yet to decide who to back as successor
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Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home

China's car industry is on a tear overseas, storming markets from Europe to Southeast Asia and heaping pressure on long-established automakers like Toyota Motor and

Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home
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The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back
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A timeline of Luigi Mangione’s criminal cases in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO

Luigi Mangione’s guilty plea to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson resolves one of two cases against him

A timeline of Luigi Mangione’s criminal cases in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO
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Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index

Reddit will join the S&P 500 next week, giving the wide-ranging online forum a boost in prestige and investments

Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index
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Peru steps up fight against illegal gold mining as activity enters protected Amazon reserve

Peruvian authorities have intensified efforts against illegal gold mining in the Amazon's Madre de Dios region

Peru steps up fight against illegal gold mining as activity enters protected Amazon reserve
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Bezos and Saverin join a consortium buying a minority stake in Liverpool

A consortium containing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin is buying a minority stake in Premier League club Liverpool

Bezos and Saverin join a consortium buying a minority stake in Liverpool
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Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives?

A growing number of prominent companies have scaled back or set aside the diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that much of corporate America endorsed following the protests that accompanied the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd, a Black man, in 2020

Which US companies are pulling back on diversity initiatives?
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How Nissan and Honda stack up against each other

Japan's Nissan and Honda said on Thursday they had officially ended talks to merge. Following are key metrics for both automakers.

How Nissan and Honda stack up against each other
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A surprise credit after an overseas purchase: The tariff refunds now flowing through shippers

If you bought something from an overseas vendor last year, it might be time to check your bank account

A surprise credit after an overseas purchase: The tariff refunds now flowing through shippers
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How investors buy gold and what drives the market

Gold surged above $4,000 an ounce to hit a record on Wednesday, driven by investors seeking safety from mounting economic and geopolitical uncertainty, alongside expectations of further

How investors buy gold and what drives the market
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China cenbank conducts medium-term loan operation, rate unchanged

China's central bank conducted a medium-term loan operation on Tuesday and left the interest rate unchanged.

China cenbank conducts medium-term loan operation, rate unchanged
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Most Gulf markets gain in early trade; Qatar falls

Most stock markets in the Gulf rose in choppy trade early on Monday, as investors waited to see if imminent U.S. tariffs would be implemented, although the Qatari bourse traded lower. U.S.

Most Gulf markets gain in early trade; Qatar falls
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Czech Republic to lift defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, PM says

The Czech government has decided to gradually raise its defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product by 2030, from around 2% now, Prime Minister Petr Fiala said on Wednesday.

Czech Republic to lift defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, PM says
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Senate Republicans push to codify DOGE cuts after Musk meeting

U.S. Senate Republicans pushed for the U.S.

Senate Republicans push to codify DOGE cuts after Musk meeting
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Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the sixth time in nine months on Thursday, sticking to its easing plan in the face of economic upheaval from an

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
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French inflation below 1% for first time in 4 years in February

French inflation dropped below 1% for the first time in four years in February, final data from statistics office INSEE showed on Friday.

French inflation below 1% for first time in 4 years in February
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Hong Kong central bank keeps base rate unchanged as Fed holds steady

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) left its base rate unchanged at 4.75% on Thursday, in line with the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to keep rates steady.

Hong Kong central bank keeps base rate unchanged as Fed holds steady
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US current account deficit narrows in fourth quarter

The U.S. current account deficit contracted in the fourth quarter, but the improvement could be temporary as goods imports surged to a record high in January, driven by

US current account deficit narrows in fourth quarter
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Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'

A German government spokesperson said on Friday that "nothing is off the table" with regards to punitive measures in response to the threat of U.S. tariffs.

Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'
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Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool

Apple was hit with a 150 million euro ($162.4 million) fine by French antitrust regulators on Monday for abusing its dominant position in mobile app

Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit new record highs in 2025 and 2026, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said in its Short Term Energy Outlook (STEO) on Thursday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting

Following is the statement from the European Central Bank following its policy meeting.

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting
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Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the seventh time in a year on Thursday, looking to prop up an already struggling euro zone economy that will take a large hit from

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
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VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving

Volkswagen Group showcased five new models developed for China and an in-house assisted driving system on Tuesday in Shanghai as it fights to win back share

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving
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Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'

U.S.

Bessent sees de-escalation in US-China trade tensions, talks to be 'a slog'
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World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages

The World Food Programme warned on Friday it is facing a funding shortfall that could impact its ability to supply support to people facing acute food shortages in Sudan within

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages
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US construction spending falls in March

U.S. construction spending unexpectedly fell in March amid broad declines in outlays on private and public projects.

US construction spending falls in March
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Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway at a glance

Tens of thousands of people are in Omaha, Nebraska, to attend the annual shareholder weekend for billionaire Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.

Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway at a glance
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Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says there has been no need to use nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine and expressed hope that such a scenario will not arise

Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
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Credit Suisse to pay $511 million as part of agreement with US DOJ in tax case

A Credit Suisse unit on Monday pleaded guilty to U.S. charges of helping ultra-wealthy Americans evade taxes and will pay a fine of more than $510 million, the U.S.

Credit Suisse to pay $511 million as part of agreement with US DOJ in tax case
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Britain and India clinch landmark trade deal

Britain and India clinched a free trade agreement on Tuesday, in a landmark deal that represents London's most significant post-Brexit pact, and was finalised in the shadow of U.S.

Britain and India clinch landmark trade deal
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Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push

Zoom Communications raised its annual revenue forecast on Wednesday, benefiting from hybrid work trends and the integration of artificial intelligence into its products.

Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push
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Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast

Snowflake raised its fiscal 2026 forecast for product revenue on Wednesday, betting on strong demand for its data analytics services as enterprises prioritize artificial intelligence

Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast
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Soledad launches temporary encampment to aid homeless transition

Soledad launches temporary encampment to aid homeless transition

Soledad launches temporary encampment to aid homeless transition
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HSBC to close its US business banking unit to simplify operations

HSBC is exiting its business banking portfolio in the United States, as it continued to simplify operations and shift its focus to Asia and Middle East

HSBC to close its US business banking unit to simplify operations
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UK factories struggle as trade uncertainty, higher costs hit, PMI shows

The downturn in British manufacturing was less steep than first feared in May but output, orders and jobs continued to drop as companies cited recent tax hikes and U.S.

UK factories struggle as trade uncertainty, higher costs hit, PMI shows
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Criteria to adopt the euro currency

The European Commission said on Wednesday Bulgaria can enter the euro zone and become the bloc's 21st member from 2026.

Criteria to adopt the euro currency
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Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday and kept all options on the table for its next meetings even as the case grows for a summer pause in

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
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Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US

Porsche has no plans to shift any part of its production process to the U.S., a spokesperson said on Friday, dismissing a Bloomberg report saying the company was considering such a

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US
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US Senate Republicans change Trump tax-cut bill, setting conflict with House

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US Senate Republicans change Trump tax-cut bill, setting conflict with House
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US judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from forcing 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement in order to

US judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement
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Details emerge of secret diplomatic efforts to restart Iran talks

CNN's Kylie Atwood reports on The Trump administration discussing possibly helping Iran access as much as $30 billion to build a civilian-energy-producing nuclear program, easing sanctions, and freeing up billions of dollars in restricted Iranian funds.

Details emerge of secret diplomatic efforts to restart Iran talks
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Venice protests target Bezos over mounting grievances

Mass tourism, impossibly high rents, worker exploitation, inequality and elitism: Venice, Italy's protests in recent days against Jeff Bezos and Lauren

Venice protests target Bezos over mounting grievances
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Dollar question hovers over top central bankers meeting in Sintra

A million-dollar question will hang over the world's top central bankers when they meet in Sintra, Portugal, from Monday evening: Is the

Dollar question hovers over top central bankers meeting in Sintra
Business|Economy

US trade deficit widens in May on weak exports

The U.S. trade deficit widened sharply in May as exports fell, but subsiding imports suggested trade could still lead an anticipated rebound in economic growth in the second

US trade deficit widens in May on weak exports
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What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
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Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department

The Supreme Court said that President Donald Trump may proceed with his plan to carry out mass layoffs at the Department of Education in the latest win for the White House at the conservative high court. CNN chief legal affairs correspondent Paula Reid reports.

Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department
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Traders boost bets on Fed rate cuts 

Short-term U.S. interest-rate futures rose on Wednesday after a report that President Donald Trump is likely to fire Federal Reserve Jerome Powell soon, with traders now betting on rate

Traders boost bets on Fed rate cuts 
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Talking politics

Slice and dice it anyway you like and the week ahead for world markets will likely be dominated by politics and central banks in some shape or form.

Talking politics
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China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged, as expected

China kept benchmark lending rates unchanged on Monday, as forecast, after it reported slightly better-than-expected second-quarter economic data.

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged, as expected
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TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting

Following is the statement from the European Central Bank following its policy meeting.

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting
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Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'

Stellantis guided on Tuesday for increased net revenues and a low-single digit operating income margin in the second half despite increasing headwinds, as the automaker aims for a

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'
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Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady

Below are some key quotes from a news conference by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem and Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers on Wednesday after the central bank held its key

Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady
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US weekly jobless claims rise marginally

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week, suggesting that the labor market remained stable, though it is taking

US weekly jobless claims rise marginally
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Quicksand

As Donald Trump's latest round of tariff turmoil ripples through markets and the global economy, U.S. company results continue to trickle in, policymakers in Britain and Mexico decide on

Quicksand
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US construction spending extends decline in June

U.S. construction spending dropped further in June amid a sharp decline in outlays on single-family housing projects because of higher mortgage rates and rising inventory.

US construction spending extends decline in June
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Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash
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Singapore property tycoon linked to jailed minister pleads guilty

Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng pleaded guilty to one charge of abetting the obstruction of justice on Monday in part of a landmark case that led to the jailing of

Singapore property tycoon linked to jailed minister pleads guilty
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them

‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them

‘A movement taking shape’: Many US retirees are looking to move abroad. Here are the best countries for them
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US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments

U.S. consumers with the highest credit scores are starting to fall behind in debt repayments, credit scoring company VantageScore said in a report published on

US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments
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US weekly jobless claims fall amid low layoffs

The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits fell last week, but tepid hiring could raise the unemployment rate to 4.3% in August.

US weekly jobless claims fall amid low layoffs
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Appeals court says Trump unlawfully leaned on emergency powers to impose tariffs

A federal appeals court ruled that President Donald Trump unlawfully leaned on emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs earlier this year. CNN’s Katelyn Polantz and New York Times White House Correspondent Maggie Haberman explain the details of this decision.

Appeals court says Trump unlawfully leaned on emergency powers to impose tariffs
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Why would the US government shut down?

The U.S. Congress has until Tuesday to pass legislation keeping the federal government open or trigger a partial shutdown. WHY WOULD THE GOVERNMENT SHUT DOWN?

Why would the US government shut down?
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US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending

A handful of apparel retailers including Levi Strauss are teasing more full-priced products, testing how much wealthier shoppers are willing to pay despite the

US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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Chief Justice Roberts keeps in place Trump funding freeze that threatens billions in foreign aid

Chief Justice John Roberts is temporarily keeping in place the Trump administration’s decision to freeze nearly $5 billion in foreign aid

Chief Justice Roberts keeps in place Trump funding freeze that threatens billions in foreign aid
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Botswana launches new wealth fund to drive diversification and create jobs

Botswana has set up a new sovereign wealth fund to drive economic diversification, create jobs and manage state companies, officials said on Wednesday.

Botswana launches new wealth fund to drive diversification and create jobs
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TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting

Following is the statement from the European Central Bank following its policy meeting.

TEXT-Statement from the ECB following policy meeting
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Lagarde comments at ECB press conference

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged on Thursday as expected but offered no clues about its next move, even as investors continue to bet that more

Lagarde comments at ECB press conference
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Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says

A battery plant co-owned by Hyundai Motor is facing a minimum startup delay of two to three months following an immigration raid last week, Hyundai CEO Jose Munoz

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says
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US equity funds record biggest weekly outflow in five weeks

U.S. investors dumped equity funds in the week to September 10, booking profits at record highs and cutting exposure on caution over lofty valuations and geopolitical tensions in the Middle

US equity funds record biggest weekly outflow in five weeks
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Euro zone current account surplus narrows

The current account surplus of the 20 nations sharing the euro narrowed in July on a lower surplus for services and a smaller primary income, which typically includes the flow of

Euro zone current account surplus narrows
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Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting

On the latest “All Over the Map” John King speaks to Democrats in Texas’ 35th district who say their voices have been silenced by redistricting efforts in the state.

Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting
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UK firms lose momentum as they worry about new tax hikes, PMI shows

British firms have reported a loss of momentum and confidence ahead of possible new tax increases in finance minister Rachel Reeves' next budget in November,

UK firms lose momentum as they worry about new tax hikes, PMI shows
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A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say

A Jamaican man who was among five migrants deported by the United States to Eswatini in Africa has been repatriated to his home country

A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say
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Iran is facing a return of UN sanctions - what happens now? 

Iran and European powers remain at loggerheads as they try to strike a last-ditch deal to avert the return of U.N. sanctions before Saturday evening. 

Iran is facing a return of UN sanctions - what happens now? 
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US weekly jobless claims fall, but labor market softening

The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, but the labor market has lost its luster amid an anemic pace of hiring.

US weekly jobless claims fall, but labor market softening
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German unemployment rises more than expected in September

The number of people out of work in Germany rose more than expected in September, labour office figures showed on Tuesday, as the job market

German unemployment rises more than expected in September
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Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic-led states

A federal judge in Rhode Island on Tuesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting $233 million in counterterrorism grant funds for Democratic-led

Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic-led states
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What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex crimes trial involved testimony from 34 witnesses

What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury
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No payrolls, no problem as Wall Street extends run of highs

World stocks were on course for a solid weekly gain and more record highs as the seemingly unstoppable rally in tech shares and expectations

No payrolls, no problem as Wall Street extends run of highs
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush

South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush

South Asian women might be the winners of the gold rush
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Wall Street regulator eases IPO path during government shutdown

Wall Street's top regulator on Thursday eased the way for companies to proceed with initial public offerings during the federal government's shutdown,

Wall Street regulator eases IPO path during government shutdown
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KPMG Australia facing 'many more' whistleblower misconduct claims, parliamentary probe hears

"Many, many more" whistleblowers have come forward with reports of misconduct at KPMG Australia, a parliamentary committee

KPMG Australia facing 'many more' whistleblower misconduct claims, parliamentary probe hears
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What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he expects to reach a fair trade deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping and downplayed risks of a clash over the issue of Taiwan.

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
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Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao