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Today: December 17, 2025
Today: December 17, 2025

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US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday

U.S. stocks largely held in place as Wall Street waits to hear what the Federal Reserve will say about interest rates

US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday
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Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country plans to send more water to the U.S., but not immediately

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges

Illinois has a new law shielding immigrants from federal enforcement near courthouses, hospitals, university campuses, and day cares

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|World

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit

OpenAI has appointed Slack CEO Denise Dresser as its first chief of revenue

OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit
Business|Economy|Technology

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes
Crime|Economy|Sports|World

Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering

Argentine federal police have raided the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association and at least 17 soccer clubs

Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on four people and four firms for allegedly recruiting former Colombian military members to train soldiers for Sudan's Rapid Support Forces

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary
Business|Economy|World

European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test

European Union leaders have committed to funding Ukraine's economic and military needs for the next two years

European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test
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America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge
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More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe

More people are turning to GoFundMe for help with basic needs such as housing and food

More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in at 7.7 million amid uncertainty over the direction of the American economy

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves

Industry leaders have objected to reversals of long-standing policies, and market forces are moving against the Trump administration’s hopes.

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure

Microsoft has announced its largest-ever Asia investment of $17.5 billion in India to enhance cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure over the next four years

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong
Economy|Education

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether

Not letting undocumented students pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities can make the cost of a college education prohibitive.

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether
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Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI

The European Union is investigating Google for potential antitrust violations related to its AI models

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
Business|Economy

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why
Business|Economy|Election|Finance

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message
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Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report
Business|Economy|Finance

Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds

The Federal Reserve faces an unusually contentious meeting this week that will test Chair Jerome Powell’s ability to corral the necessary support from fellow policymakers for a third straight interest rate cut

Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds
Economy

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new prime minister following October’s parliamentary election

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister
Asia|Business|Economy|World

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms

The International Monetary Fund says it has approved the release of $1.2 billion to Pakistan, giving the cash-strapped country a fresh boost as it works to recover from one of its worst economic crises in years

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire
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Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China
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Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China

President Donald Trump says he will allow Nvidia to sell its H200 computer chip used in the development of artificial intelligence to “approved customers” in China

Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China
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What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros

What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Economy|Political|World

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|US

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members

The U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies, signaling support for President Donald Trump’s firing of board members

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China

President Donald Trump is giving farmers some $12 billion in aid to help as they struggle to sell their crops while getting hit by rising costs

Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China
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Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case

An economist testified in Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust trial against NASCAR that the racing series owes a combined $364.7 million in damages to the two teams suing it over a revenue-sharing dispute

Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights

Angry farmers protesting delays in the payment of subsidies have swarmed onto an airport tarmac on the southern Greek island of Crete

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor

PepsiCo plans to cut prices and eliminate some of its products under a deal with an activist investor announced Monday

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team

Incoming Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel is assembling his team to help him lead the conglomerate Warren Buffett built starting in January after a couple of key departures

Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides

Benin's government has said Sunday's short-lived coup left “casualties on both sides” of the government forces and the mutinous soldiers

Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Food|Interview|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch

Chief sustainability officer of IKEA Australia and New Zealand, Mirja Viinanen, joins Elex Michaelson to share details about the new store in New Zealand. Plus, Michaelson asks Viinanen if she can put together IKEA products herself.

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch
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Wall Street pulls back from its record heights

U.S. stocks pulled away from their record heights

Wall Street pulls back from its record heights
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds

An innovative study mapped preterm births, low birth weights and infant mortality to municipal water wells downstream from PFAS-contaminated sites. The results show the high cost of PFAS harm.

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds
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Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey

President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, Alina Habba, announced her resignation as acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey

Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey
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Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he has divested from his North Dakota soybean farmland

Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers
Business|Economy|Technology

Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing has completed its $4.7 billion purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier that builds fuselages for its 737 Max jetliners

Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems
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Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets

What is a hostile takeover bid?

What is a hostile takeover bid?

What is a hostile takeover bid?
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years

While hospital CEO salaries and health insurance premiums have increased, health care quality has not.

Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years
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Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination

US industries have traditionally consolidated into 3 to 5 main players. When it comes to streaming, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney are the top trio.

Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination
Business|Economy|Political

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges
Economy|Entertainment|Political|Travel|World

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom
Economy|Science|Technology

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium

Pollstar has ranked the top 25 “Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium” based on ticket sales from Jan. 1, 2001, to the end of 2025

Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help
Business|Economy|Finance|Science

How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’

Recent news reports highlighted how the Fed technically has a third mandate – moderate long-term interest rates. An economist explains how the objective is already baked into the other two.

How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal

IBM has announced it's acquiring data streaming platform Confluent in an $11 billion deal

IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup

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Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup
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Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's exports returned to growth in November after an unexpected contraction in October, pushing its trade surplus for 2025 past the $1 trillion mark for the first time

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course
Economy|Health|Political

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns

Democratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections

Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
Business|Economy|Environment|Travel

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record

“Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” is dominating the box office in its opening weekend in North America

Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta

An exhibit opening Monday in Atlanta shows a historical marker from the site of a 1918 lynching that was repeatedly vandalized

Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center
Business|Economy|Health|Science|US|World

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political|US

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory
Business|Economy|Travel

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and triggering air raid alerts

Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue
Business|Economy|Education|Sports

Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress

Big 12 Commission Brett Yormark says legislation currently stalled in Congress is needed to regulate college athletics and put a stop to what he essentially calls uncapped spending for name, image and likeness in football

Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near

Mike Duggan is stepping down as Detroit mayor at the end of the year after three terms in office

Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near
Economy|Political|World

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord
Economy|Health|Political|World

Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment

Qatar’s prime minister says the Gaza ceasefire has reached a “critical moment” as its first phase winds down

Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump

Chief Justice John Roberts has led the Supreme Court’s conservative majority on a steady march of increasing the power of the presidency

The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump
Asia|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

What the heck is going on at Apple?

What the heck is going on at Apple?

What the heck is going on at Apple?
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How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats

President Donald Trump's administration says its efforts over the past week are meant to stop the flow of drugs into the U.S. and increase pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

A timeline of the US military's buildup near Venezuela and attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into whether U.S. airlines complied with an emergency order to cut flights at 40 major airports during the recent government shutdown

FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
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Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana

Federal border agents have descended on a Hispanic enclave just outside New Orleans, and local business owners are suffering

Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help

A man clinging to a tree on the Guadalupe River and screaming for a helicopter rescue

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help
Business|Economy

What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott

The Montgomery Bus Boycott is marking its 70th anniversary

What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96

Roy Kramer, who as commissioner of the Southeastern Conference helped transform the league into a national power while reshaping the entire sport of college football, has died

Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96
Arts|Business|Economy|Sports|Technology

Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'

Michael Jordan has testified in a landmark NASCAR antitrust case, stating he felt compelled to sue to force changes in a business model he believes shortchanges teams and drivers

Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel

A former DEA agent and an associate have been charged with conspiring to launder millions of dollars and obtain weapons for a Mexican drug cartel

Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel
Economy

Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high

The U.S. stock market rose to the edge of its all-time high

Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.

Netflix's $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros

Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political

The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you

The Social Security Administration plans to cut foot traffic to its field offices by 50% next year

The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you
Business|Economy|Technology|World

US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago

U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand

US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago
Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw

President Donald Trump has finally met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion

Netflix has struck a deal to buy Warner Bros

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|World

Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation

Mexico’s anti-money laundering office has frozen the bank accounts of Raúl Rocha Cantú, a Mexican co-owner of Miss Universe, amid an investigation into drugs, fuel and arms trafficking

Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|US

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts

Florida’s Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state’s coast

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand

Georgia's largest utility wants to spend more than $15 billion to increase its electricity capacity by 50% over the next six years to serve data centers

Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order on birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution
Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an annual summit, focusing on diversifying economic ties

Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm
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FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it

President Donald Trump this week announced plans to weaken strict gas mileage requirements for automakers set under former President Joe Biden

FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it
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Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?
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Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump has come out with a new national security strategy that paints European allies as weak and aims to reassert America’s dominance in the Western Hemisphere

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere
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Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX
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Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere
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Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport

Riot police have fired tear gas at farmers attempting to block the main access road to the international airport in Greece’s second-largest city Thessaloniki

Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport
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In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry

The Cooper family has worked in the coal industry in Colorado for generations

In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry
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Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO
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Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies

When President Donald Trump suspended the refugee program, he left thousands stranded worldwide

Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies
Economy|Health|Political

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP
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Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances

Pope Leo XIV has taken his biggest step yet to correct one of Pope Francis’ more problematic financial moves

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances
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Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power
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India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports

India’s aviation watchdog has temporarily rolled back restrictions on airline crew duty hours

India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports
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Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns
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Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions

Minutes after police approached Luigi Mangione in a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, he told an officer he didn’t want to talk

Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions
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MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026

The Major League Baseball Players' Association has gathered Arizona to discuss the future of the game and look ahead to a possible lockout next December

MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026
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NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case

The attorney for two teams suing NASCAR has described series chairman Jim France as a "brick wall" in negotiations over a new revenue-sharing model

NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case
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Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week

Rank-and-file Republicans in the House are increasingly going public with anger towards their leadership

Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week
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Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal

President Donald Trump praised the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda for their courage as they signed onto a deal aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Congo

Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal
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US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally

The U.S. Treasury has imposed a $7 million fine on a New York property management firm for allegedly violating Russia-related sanctions

US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally
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Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high

The U.S. stock market held near its records in a quiet day of trading

Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high
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Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms
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Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals
Economy|Health|Political

Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll

A new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care

Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll
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'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says
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Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance

A strong quarter at Build-A-Bear Workshop in a bounce back year for the retailer was overshadowed by the growing weight of tariffs in an ongoing trade war waged by President Donald Trump

Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance
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New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown
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Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards

President Trump says loosening U.S. fuel economy standards will save car buyers $900 up front, but as Paula Newton and Bill Weir discuss, they may face higher costs at the fuel pump.

Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards
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Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires
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Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown
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Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans

President Donald Trump plans to visit Pennsylvania next week to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation

Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans
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Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India to strengthen economic and bilateral ties

Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties
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Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds
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The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs
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Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress
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UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines

Britain and Norway have announced joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables from Russia

UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
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Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate
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China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade

China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
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Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows

Thai consumer confidence rose for a third consecutive month in November to reach its highest level in six months, helped by government policies and support for domestic

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows
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Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage

Venmo says that an issue impacting the payment service has been fixed and it is “back up and running,” after users reported trouble sending and receiving money

Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage
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BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday there was uncertainty on how far the central bank could raise interest rates due to the difficulty of

BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up
Economy|Travel|World

Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules

French President Emmanuel Macron met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, seeking stronger commercial ties, as the European Union prepares to toughen up its

Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules
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US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year
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Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high

The U.S. dollar was soft on Thursday after lacklustre economic data cemented the case for a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, providing relief

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky

The European Union has unveiled a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine over the next two years

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky
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China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says

China's economy is in a bad way and President Xi Jinping should focus on improving the lives of his people and not "territorial expansion", Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says
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Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks

Oil prices gained on Thursday after Ukrainian attacks on Russia's oil infrastructure signalled potential supply constraints, and stalled peace talks

Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report

Australian lender ANZ Group's influential proxy advisor Institutional Shareholder Services on Thursday recommended investors vote against

Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report
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Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays

Honduran centrist presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla maintained a small lead over Trump-backed conservative Nasry Asfura

Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays
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Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms

The dollar hit a five-week low while Asian stocks made a lacklustre start to the trading session on Thursday, after weaker-than-expected economic

Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|World

Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets

Australian households went on the biggest spending binge in almost two years in October in just the latest example of economic froth that could mean the next

Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets
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Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car registrations fell by 19% in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, following steep drops reported in

Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows
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Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car sales fell 19% year-on-year in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, as the U.S. electric vehicle maker continues to lose

Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows
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Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday confirmed he held a "respectful and cordial" phone call with U.S.

Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'
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President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community

Even for a president who has long made clear he’s no fan of Somalia, the latest round of contempt from Donald Trump was a shock in the country’s largest Somali community in Minnesota

President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community
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Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say

The Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September attack on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea and the U.S. military still carried out a follow-up strike

Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say
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Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers

After riding the artificial intelligence craze to new heights, business software maker Salesforce has been pummeled by a wave of investor skepticism that’s intensified the pressure on its persuasive CEO Marc Benioff to reverse the tide

Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers
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Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution

President Donald Trump has announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules for the auto industry

Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution
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Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production

Chevron said on Wednesday that capital expenditure for 2026 will be between $18 billion and $19 billion as the oil major focuses on production in the U.S. and

Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production
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A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?

In heavily Democratic California, one prominent Republican U.S. House member is considering an audacious maneuver — moving to Texas to run for Congress

A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?
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Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change

Twelve former U.S.

Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change
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Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data

Virtu Financial will pay a $2.5 million fine to settle U.S.

Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data
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NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign

Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins has testified in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR

NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign
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US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'

A group of Democratic and Republican U.S. senators filed a resolution on Wednesday that would block U.S. military action against Venezuela without

US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'
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Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports

U.S.

Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports
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Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles

President Donald Trump on Wednesday proposed slashing fuel economy standards that former President Joe Biden had finalized last year, in a push to

Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles
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US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track

The U.S.

US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track
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Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices

The changing landscape of college football means the nation’s premier recruits are no longer signing with the same handful of programs

Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices
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Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall

Snowflake forecast fourth-quarter product revenue above analysts' estimates but falls short of lofty investor expectations for stronger growth, sending its shares

Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall
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Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally

Stocks rose while U.S. bond yields and the dollar fell on Wednesday, after surprisingly weak private sector jobs data increased the likelihood

Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally
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NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash

The National Transportation Safety Board described the fatal Nov. 10 flight that killed a Christian missionary father and his daughter in its preliminary report

NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner

If there were any doubt, the first few days of Hollywood’s year-end awards has already made it abundantly clear

A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner
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Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A

Morgan Stanley is seeing a strong deal pipeline next year for mergers, acquisitions and IPOs, its co-head of investment banking, Mo

Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A
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Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit

Intel said on Wednesday it has opted to keep its networking and communications unit in the company following a review of strategic options for the unit.

Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit
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Wall Street pulls near its all-time high

U.S. stocks rose near their record levels

Wall Street pulls near its all-time high
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FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree

President Donald Trump has long praised tariffs as key to increasing wealth in the United States, idealizing Gilded Age policies that preceded the implementation of a modern federal income tax

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree
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Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated

U.S. stocks advanced to close higher on Wednesday, as a flurry of economic data kept expectations elevated for an interest rate cut by the Federal

Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated
Economy|Health|Political|US

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy
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Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020

Citigroup said on Wednesday it has promoted 276 employees to managing director roles in 2025, the smallest class in five years.

Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020
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Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE

A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to take a case brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of an immigrant rights group

Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE
Africa|Economy|Political|World

Rwanda hopes US-brokered accord will advance peace in eastern Congo

Rwanda’s foreign minister said on Wednesday he hoped an accord set to be signed by U.S.

Rwanda hopes US-brokered accord will advance peace in eastern Congo
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill

Germany's opposition far-left Left party said it would abstain from voting on a contentious pensions package on Friday, likely indirectly securing its passage through

Germany's far left averts potential government crisis over pensions bill
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Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles

Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles

Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles
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Bond investors warned of Hassett as potential Fed chair over rate-cut fears, FT reports

Bond investors have expressed concerns to the U.S.

Bond investors warned of Hassett as potential Fed chair over rate-cut fears, FT reports
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US retreat from its allies could hurt dollar's status, BoE's Mann says

The U.S. dollar's status as a global reserve currency could be undermined by the country's reduced support for its friends and military allies, Bank of

US retreat from its allies could hurt dollar's status, BoE's Mann says
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Nigeria approves fiscal plan proposing $37.7 billion 2026 budget

Nigeria's cabinet has signed off on a medium-term fiscal plan that projects spending of around 54.5 trillion naira ($37.71 billion) in 2026, its minister of

Nigeria approves fiscal plan proposing $37.7 billion 2026 budget
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Push is on in US Congress to impose ban on lawmaker stock trades

A bipartisan coalition in the U.S.

Push is on in US Congress to impose ban on lawmaker stock trades
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Brazil Amazonian state postpones cattle tracking key to preventing deforestation

Brazil's state of Para has delayed the deadline for the introduction of tracking devices in its cattle herds, a blow to environmental efforts to introduce a

Brazil Amazonian state postpones cattle tracking key to preventing deforestation
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Cuba reconnects grid, begins restoring power to Havana after partial collapse

Cuba said it had reconnected its electrical grid and was gradually restoring power after a partial collapse on Wednesday left capital Havana and much of

Cuba reconnects grid, begins restoring power to Havana after partial collapse
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Grand Canyon cancels overnight stays at South Rim lodges because of water-line breaks

Overnight accommodations at the Grand Canyon's South Rim won't be available starting Saturday

Grand Canyon cancels overnight stays at South Rim lodges because of water-line breaks
Business|Economy|Technology

AI investment, M&A poised to increase corporate financing needs next year

Big tech companies' investments in artificial intelligence and busier M&A activity will raise the volume of debt issuance by investment-

AI investment, M&A poised to increase corporate financing needs next year
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Longest US government shutdown cost Delta Air Lines $200 million

Delta Air Lines estimates that it lost $200 million due to the longest government shutdown on record

Longest US government shutdown cost Delta Air Lines $200 million
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UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges

A lawyer who filed two wrongful death lawsuits over a fiery UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky says the company put profits over safety by continuing to fly older planes

UPS put profits over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges
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HSBC's long-term vision called into question after Nelson appointment

By Lawrence White LONDON, Dec 3 - HSBC's appointment of Brendan Nelson as chairman on a permanent basis raises questions about the Asia-focused bank's succession planning and long-term vision,

HSBC's long-term vision called into question after Nelson appointment
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Citadel debuts new AI tool for equities investors, CTO Subramanian says

Citadel, the hedge fund founded by billionaire Ken Griffin, has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered tool that aims to help investors conduct

Citadel debuts new AI tool for equities investors, CTO Subramanian says
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Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say

Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say

Family escapes house fire, Tesla charging station suspected, firefighters say
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Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy

The confusion still swirling in Washington over President Donald Trump's latest peace plan for Ukraine has made at least one thing clear:

Trump's Ukraine peace effort tests his unconventional diplomacy
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Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone

Media mogul Shari Redstone said on Wednesday that Paramount made the "right decision" by agreeing to pay $16 million to settle a

Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone
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Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'
Business|Economy|Finance

Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidents

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday he would push a new requirement that the Federal Reserve’s regional bank presidents live in their districts for at least three years before taking office, a move that could give the White House more power over the independent agency

Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidents
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Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for 50-year mortgage, US Treasury adviser says

Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for a 50-year mortgage floated by President Donald Trump to boost housing

Lower interest rates would likely eliminate the need for 50-year mortgage, US Treasury adviser says
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Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need

Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need

Woman transforms carport into humble pantry for neighbors in need
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Narrower Republican win in Tennessee House race lifts Democrats' midterm spirits

Democrats were more bullish on their chances of recapturing control of the U.S.

Narrower Republican win in Tennessee House race lifts Democrats' midterm spirits
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population
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Lebanon 'far from' diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel, prime minister says

Lebanon’s prime minister says his country is “far from” diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel

Lebanon 'far from' diplomatic normalization or economic relations with Israel, prime minister says
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Boeing looks to close Spirit AeroSystems merger this year as FTC orders divestitures

Boeing said on Wednesday it could close its $4.7 billion acquisition of wing and fuselage maker Spirit AeroSystems by the end of the year after a U.S. regulator said

Boeing looks to close Spirit AeroSystems merger this year as FTC orders divestitures
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Codelco and Glencore agree to partner on Chilean smelter project

Chile's state-run copper producer Codelco and Glencore, a Swiss trader and miner, have signed an initial agreement to collaborate on a smelter project in Chile, the

Codelco and Glencore agree to partner on Chilean smelter project
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Charles Schwab CEO open to more M&A deals after $660 million purchase

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster said on Wednesday the firm will look for more acquisitions and is confident it can integrate companies well

Charles Schwab CEO open to more M&A deals after $660 million purchase
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Aeva shares soar after deal with European automaker 

Shares of Aeva Technologies, a Silicon Valley-based maker of lidar units that help autonomous vehicles sense their surroundings, rose more than 18%

Aeva shares soar after deal with European automaker 
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Citizens Bank sees resilient consumer finances and spending

U.S. consumer finances remain broadly healthy, even though there are some signs of stress for borrowers with lower credit scores, Brendan Coughlin, president

Citizens Bank sees resilient consumer finances and spending
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Bessent plans to push residency requirement for regional Fed bank presidents

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Bessent plans to push residency requirement for regional Fed bank presidents
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Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag

Retailers are trying various strategies to counter the drag from inflation and tariffs,

Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag
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Oil settles slightly higher as Moscow peace talks fail to reach breakthrough

Oil prices settled higher on Wednesday after the U.S. and Russia failed to reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine that could have eased sanctions on

Oil settles slightly higher as Moscow peace talks fail to reach breakthrough
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Fired employees file First Amendment lawsuit against EPA

Six former Environmental Protection Agency employees on Wednesday filed a First Amendment legal challenge against EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for

Fired employees file First Amendment lawsuit against EPA
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Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday that a lasting peace with Israel could pave the way to normalising ties with the country and

Lebanon PM says peace with Israel could bring economic ties, but both far off
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Glencore to restart production at Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina

Glencore plans to restart operations at its Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina by the end of next year, it said on Wednesday, after it became the last to produce the

Glencore to restart production at Alumbrera copper mine in Argentina
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Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Rescue teams are racing to reach communities isolated by last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand as over 900 people remained missing

Rescuers race in search for survivors after last week's floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand
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Macy's posts surprise profit with overhaul under new CEO resonating with shoppers

Macy’s posted a surprise third-quarter profit and its strongest comparable sales in more than three years as an extensive overhaul of the 167-year-old New York department store begins to resonate with shoppers

Macy's posts surprise profit with overhaul under new CEO resonating with shoppers
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Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works

Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works

Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works
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Why car prices won’t stop rising

Why car prices won’t stop rising

Why car prices won’t stop rising
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EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs

The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled plans to boost EU resilience to threats like rare earth shortages by strengthening trade measures and

EU aims to improve defences against economic threats, such as China export curbs
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Delta sees $200 million profit hit from US government shutdown

Delta Air Lines said on Wednesday it expects a hit of about $200 million to its fourth-quarter pre-tax profit due to the U.S. government

Delta sees $200 million profit hit from US government shutdown
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Hedge funds double down using near-record leverage in quest to boost returns

Hedge funds are using near-record levels of leverage to trade equities and betting on debt-backed strategies in efforts to juice returns,

Hedge funds double down using near-record leverage in quest to boost returns
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Bessent says Fed rate cuts needed, China making good on soybean purchases

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Bessent says Fed rate cuts needed, China making good on soybean purchases
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Mexican government hikes minimum wage, pushes shorter work week

Mexico on Wednesday announced it would boost the minimum wage next year and push to trim the country's long work week, the

Mexican government hikes minimum wage, pushes shorter work week
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Central Europe's currencies to back off highs in 2026: Reuters Poll

Central Europe's main currencies may be close to a ceiling after hitting fresh multi-month highs in the past month, a Reuters poll of economic analysts showed

Central Europe's currencies to back off highs in 2026: Reuters Poll
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Israel publishes draft law seeking to boost state revenues from Dead Sea minerals

Israel on Wednesday published a draft law that aims to boost state revenues from a concession for extracting minerals from the Dead Sea as well as

Israel publishes draft law seeking to boost state revenues from Dead Sea minerals
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Ukraine's Parliament approves 2026 budget, focuses on defence

Ukraine's Parliament approved the 2026 budget on Wednesday, planning to allocate nearly a third of the country's gross domestic product to defence as the war

Ukraine's Parliament approves 2026 budget, focuses on defence
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Bessent sees more private contributions flowing into 'Trump accounts' for children

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Bessent sees more private contributions flowing into 'Trump accounts' for children
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European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender

By Maria Martinez and Iain Withers BERLIN/LONDON, Dec 3 - European Rearmament Bank (ERB), an initiative to create a state-backed lender for defence amid the region's worst conflict since World War Two

European Rearmament Bank seeks merger with JPMorgan-backed rival multilateral lender
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Microsoft denies report of lowering targets for AI software sales growth

Microsoft on Wednesday denied a report from The Information that multiple divisions at the company lowered sales growth targets for certain artificial intelligence products after

Microsoft denies report of lowering targets for AI software sales growth
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Euro hits almost seven-week high, dollar broadly lower

The euro hit an almost seven-week high against the dollar on Wednesday, boosted by data showing an expansion in euro zone business activity, while weaker

Euro hits almost seven-week high, dollar broadly lower
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Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source

German, French and Spanish defence ministers are set to meet on December 11 to discuss FCAS, Europe's next-generation fighter project,

Germany, France, Spain to tackle fighter dispute next week, says source
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Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in November, says US market subdued

Sweden-based Volvo Cars on Wednesday reported a slump in November sales, continuing a decline this year amid pressure from trade tariffs and subdued demand in the

Volvo Cars sales fall 10% in November, says US market subdued
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How hedge funds performed in a volatile November

Global hedge funds, including stock pickers, have generated returns of nearly 15% in 2025 to the end of November, according to a Goldman

How hedge funds performed in a volatile November
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Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage

Memory chipmaker Micron Technology said on Wednesday it will exit its consumer business, as it doubles down on advanced memory chips used in artificial intelligence data centers amid

Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage
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Republicans emerge victorious and anxious after Tennessee special election

Republicans have held onto a conservative U.S. House district in Tennessee

Republicans emerge victorious and anxious after Tennessee special election
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OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure

OpenAI has awarded $40.5 million to more than 200 nonprofits in the first round of grants it has made since it rebranded its nonprofit as the OpenAI Foundation in October

OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure
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Russian central bank expected to cut key rate by 50 bps to 16% at December meeting

The Russian central bank is seen cutting its key interest rate by 50 basis points at a meeting on December 19 as inflation is slowing

Russian central bank expected to cut key rate by 50 bps to 16% at December meeting
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Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he had urged Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal to carry out an urgent renewal of supervisory boards in the defence sector

Zelenskiy seeks urgent renewal of supervisory boards in defence sector
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Spain plans wild boar cull amid swine fever outbreak that hit exports

Spain's Catalonia region has pledged to curb its wild boar population, including by ramping up culls, after African swine fever was detected in several animals

Spain plans wild boar cull amid swine fever outbreak that hit exports
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US import prices unexpectedly flat in September

U.S. import prices were unexpectedly unchanged in September as high costs for consumer goods, excluding motor vehicles, were offset by cheaper energy products.

US import prices unexpectedly flat in September
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World Bank warns developing world 'not out of danger' as debt costs hit record

The gap between developing nations' debt servicing costs and new financing hit a more than 50-year high of $741 billion between 2022 and 2024, the World Bank

World Bank warns developing world 'not out of danger' as debt costs hit record
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Wall St opens lower as investors assess data, Microsoft falls

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Wednesday, as investors assessed data pointing to a weak jobs market, while Microsoft fell after a report said the tech giant lowered its

Wall St opens lower as investors assess data, Microsoft falls
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AI-powered security firm Verkada valued at $5.8 billion in latest investment round

Verkada was valued at $5.8 billion in its latest investment round led by CapitalG, more than a billion dollars higher than its previous round in February, the AI-based security

AI-powered security firm Verkada valued at $5.8 billion in latest investment round
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Canada's services PMI falls to five-month low in November

Canada's services economy contracted in November at the steepest pace in five months as economic uncertainty led to declines for employment and new business,

Canada's services PMI falls to five-month low in November
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Swiss poll shows strong opposition to US trade deal

A clear majority of Swiss residents are critical of a preliminary trade deal struck with Washington, a poll showed on Wednesday, citing elements such as the entry of U.S.

Swiss poll shows strong opposition to US trade deal
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Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 

Netherlands-based data centre operator Nebius will leverage recent multi-billion dollar contracts with Microsoft and Meta to build

Nebius leverages Microsoft, Meta contracts for AI expansion 
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Brazil's 2025 chicken exports to rise despite bird flu trade bans

Brazilian chicken exports are expected to rise up to 0.5% this year to 5.32 million metric tons, meat lobby ABPA said on Wednesday, after exporters avoided

Brazil's 2025 chicken exports to rise despite bird flu trade bans
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Cracks appear in entrenched weak dollar outlook: Reuters Poll

FX strategists largely stuck to forecasts for a weaker U.S. dollar over the coming year on Federal Reserve rate cut bets but a sizeable minority have

Cracks appear in entrenched weak dollar outlook: Reuters Poll
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Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says

Two-thirds of the member states of NATO have committed to the weapons for Ukraine through the so-called Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), which has received

Two-thirds of NATO member states committed to PURL, Rutte says
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Israel, Lebanon send civilian envoys to truce committee for expanded talks

Israel and Lebanon sent civilian envoys to a military committee monitoring their ceasefire, top officials from both said on

Israel, Lebanon send civilian envoys to truce committee for expanded talks
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US services little changed in November, but orders slow

The U.S. services sector activity held steady in November, with employment still subdued and prices for inputs elevated, a survey showed on Wednesday.

US services little changed in November, but orders slow
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US private payrolls post largest drop in more than 2-1/2 years in November

U.S. private payrolls posted their biggest drop in more than two and a half years in November as small businesses shed jobs, but the weakness is

US private payrolls post largest drop in more than 2-1/2 years in November
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US manufacturing production flat in September

U.S. factory production was unchanged in September as manufacturing remained constrained by tariffs on imports.

US manufacturing production flat in September
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Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report

Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report

Climate change will make you poorer, according to a new report
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What are small modular reactors, a new type of nuclear power plant sought to feed AI’s energy demand?

Rising electricity demand has researchers exploring a wide range of methods to generate more power, including a type of nuclear reactor that’s smaller than traditional nuclear plants.

What are small modular reactors, a new type of nuclear power plant sought to feed AI’s energy demand?
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Labeling dissent as terrorism: New US domestic terrorism priorities raise constitutional alarms

A new Trump administration policy threatens free speech and association by targeting individuals and groups as potential domestic terrorists based on their beliefs rather than their actions.

Labeling dissent as terrorism: New US domestic terrorism priorities raise constitutional alarms
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A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs

A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs

A first look at November hiring shows the private sector lost 32,000 jobs
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King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit

Britain's King Charles welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday at the start of his three-day state visit to Britain, the

King Charles welcomes German president to UK for state visit
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Sri Lankans sift mud to unearth victims four days after deadly cyclone

Villagers in Sri Lanka used spades on Wednesday to clear away mud as they searched for the bodies of relatives and friends days after 13

Sri Lankans sift mud to unearth victims four days after deadly cyclone
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Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign

Bulgaria's President Rumen Radev has called on the minority government of Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov to resign following mass protests this week against its 2026 budget.

Bulgaria's president calls on government to resign
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Dollar Tree lifts annual profit target on steady demand for affordable items

Dollar Tree raised its annual profit forecast and beat quarterly estimates on Wednesday, as the discount retailer bets on steady demand for

Dollar Tree lifts annual profit target on steady demand for affordable items
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ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation

Euro zone inflation has delivered some "upside surprises" recently, raising some questions about the European Central Bank's expectations for a dip early next year, the

ECB's Lane flags 'upside surprises' to euro zone inflation
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China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit

China and Russia reached "broad consensus" on a range of issues during the Chinese foreign minister's trip to Moscow this week, amid a burst of diplomatic efforts to end the

China, Russia discuss Ukraine, reach 'consensus' on Japan during Chinese minister's visit
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SEC halts review of highly leveraged ETF plans, citing risk exposures

The U.S. securities market regulator has paused the review of proposals for new highly leveraged exchange-traded funds from several fund managers and sought more

SEC halts review of highly leveraged ETF plans, citing risk exposures
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Swiss close in on relaxing restrictions on arms exports

The Swiss parliament is poised to relax restrictions on weapons exports, a significant but delicate shift that aims to support the domestic arms industry without compromising

Swiss close in on relaxing restrictions on arms exports
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Stocks gain, US yields drop as markets weigh likely Fed rate cut

Global shares rose while U.S. Treasury yields fell after weak economic data solidified expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut.

Stocks gain, US yields drop as markets weigh likely Fed rate cut
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LSEG to integrate financial data into ChatGPT in AI push

LSEG will integrate its financial data and analytics into ChatGPT and make OpenAI's enterprise tool available to its employees, it said on Wednesday, deepening its push to embed

LSEG to integrate financial data into ChatGPT in AI push
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Magnum Ice Cream expects free cash flow of up to 1 billion euros in 2028-29

Unilever's ice cream business, which is spinning off and listing in Amsterdam next week, expects to achieve free cash flow between 800 million and 1 billion euros ($933.2 million to

Magnum Ice Cream expects free cash flow of up to 1 billion euros in 2028-29
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American Bitcoin steadies after share lock-up expiry sparks near 40% plunge

Shares of American Bitcoin, a bitcoin miner backed by two of U.S.

American Bitcoin steadies after share lock-up expiry sparks near 40% plunge
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Migrants in Lebanon hope Pope's peace message lingers amid fears of new war

Filipina worker Loren Capobres said the world stood still when she kissed Pope Leo's hand this week in Lebanon, but hopes his message for peace will

Migrants in Lebanon hope Pope's peace message lingers amid fears of new war
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Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says

A majority of Australians, Japanese and Indians believe U.S.

Most in Australia, Japan, India think Trump presidency bad for their country, poll says
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What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation

What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation

What you need to know about ‘Trump Accounts’ and Michael and Susan Dell’s $6.25 billion donation
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Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday said the "very scary" attacks of recent days on Russia-linked tankers in the Black Sea threatened the

Turkey says 'very scary' attacks on Russia-linked tankers threaten Black Sea safety
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Macy's strikes cautious tone on holiday spending, posts surprise profit

Macy's on Wednesday warned of picky consumers during the crucial holiday season as inflation pressures spending on non-essential goods even as the department

Macy's strikes cautious tone on holiday spending, posts surprise profit
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Federal funding cuts are only one problem facing America’s colleges and universities

Amid federal funding cuts, the enrollment of both domestic and foreign students is falling at American colleges and universities.

Federal funding cuts are only one problem facing America’s colleges and universities
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Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate change

Researchers who examined climate change’s potential effect on the global economy say data errors led them to slightly overstate an expected drop in income over the next 25 years

Researchers slightly lower study's estimate of drop in global income due to climate change
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Yes, the government can track your location – but usually not by spying on you directly

A privacy researcher breaks down how your phone reveals your location, how that data is collected and sold, and how the government gets ahold of it – by simply buying it.

Yes, the government can track your location – but usually not by spying on you directly
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Just a blip for risk assets, more Fed pain for the dollar

By Yoruk Bahceli, markets correspondent What matters in U.S. and global markets today Risk assets are showing further signs of recovery on Wednesday from a

Just a blip for risk assets, more Fed pain for the dollar
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Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday he expects U.S. counterpart Donald Trump to further cut tariffs on Brazilian products soon, following a

Brazil's Lula expects more US tariff cuts after call with Trump
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Marvell shares soar as chipmaker boosts its AI drive with Celestial deal

Marvell Technology jumped 9.3% to a nine-month high on Wednesday after its $3.25 billion deal to acquire semiconductor startup Celestial AI bolstered investor confidence in the

Marvell shares soar as chipmaker boosts its AI drive with Celestial deal
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A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions

Minutes after Italy's powerful Court of Auditors rejected plans to build a bridge from the mainland to the island of Sicily, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions
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Rivian to recall nearly 35,000 US delivery vans over seat belt issue

Rivian Automotive is recalling 34,824 electric delivery vehicles in the U.S. as their seat belt system may fail to properly restrain the driver, increasing the risk of injury during

Rivian to recall nearly 35,000 US delivery vans over seat belt issue
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Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown

Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown

Modelo and Corona are unexpected casualties of Trump’s immigration crackdown
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Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show

Foxconn and Luxshare plan to add millions of gaming devices to Vietnam's annual output, according to documents they submitted to local authorities,

Foxconn, Luxshare plan to add millions to Vietnam's game console output, documents show
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Global accounting body consults on new model for assessing bank risks

Banks could give investors a clearer view on how they manage risks, such as those associated with changing interest rates, under a new model proposed by a

Global accounting body consults on new model for assessing bank risks
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India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help

The Indian rupee slid past 90 per U.S. dollar to a record low on Wednesday, declining for the sixth consecutive session as traders bet

India rupee falls to record low below 90, risks steeper slide without central bank help
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Norway government secures budget backing, preventing cabinet fall

Norway's governing Labour Party said on Wednesday it had reached agreement with four left-wing parties in parliament on a 2026 fiscal budget

Norway government secures budget backing, preventing cabinet fall
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Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%

Serbia's parliament on Wednesday adopted the country's 2026 budget, setting a fiscal deficit of 337 billion dinars ($3.35 billion), or 3% of gross domestic product.

Serbian parliament adopts 2026 budget, sets deficit at 3%
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Mexico's peso to trade within decade-old range in 2026: Reuters Poll

Mexico's peso will keep trading in 2026 close to the center of a range between 16.00-22.00 per U.S. dollar that recently turned 10 years old, a Reuters

Mexico's peso to trade within decade-old range in 2026: Reuters Poll
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SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn

The Swiss National Bank will stick to its 0% interest policy next week and well into 2026 rather than opting for negative rates, economists said on Wednesday,

SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn