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US House panel weighs cuts in consumer, audit oversight

A U.S. congressional panel is considering legislation on Wednesday that looks to drastically curtail existing government efforts to police

US House panel weighs cuts in consumer, audit oversight
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Tarnished Magnificent 7 stocks rebound faces test with earnings

The U.S. technology and growth stocks known as the "Magnificent Seven" have regained their footing somewhat after a steep slide, but a few weeks of growing

Tarnished Magnificent 7 stocks rebound faces test with earnings
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Foreign demand for US assets seen waning unless USD slides more, says Goldman Sachs

Foreign investor appetite for U.S. dollar assets may wane unless the currency depreciates further, said Goldman Sachs' chief economist,

Foreign demand for US assets seen waning unless USD slides more, says Goldman Sachs
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Germany loosens property crisis regulation as risks recede

Germany is loosening a regulatory measure designed to soften the blow of a property crisis, a sign that officials are somewhat less worried about fallout from the

Germany loosens property crisis regulation as risks recede
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Germany skirts recession but unemployment rises

The German economy grew in the first quarter of the year, escaping a recession thanks to consumption and investment, but the unemployment rate rose to a decade

Germany skirts recession but unemployment rises
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Taiwan's ASE: evaluating how it will support Nvidia's $500 billion US plan

Taiwan's ASE Technology Holding Co. has yet to decide how it will support a plan by Nvidia to build artificial intelligence servers worth as much as

Taiwan's ASE: evaluating how it will support Nvidia's $500 billion US plan
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China's CATL to launch Hong Kong listing in week of May 12, sources say

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China's CATL to launch Hong Kong listing in week of May 12, sources say
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Gaza edges closer to famine as Israel’s total blockade nears its third month

Gaza edges closer to famine as Israel’s total blockade nears its third month

Gaza edges closer to famine as Israel’s total blockade nears its third month
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California high-speed rail leader pushes state to support private investment

The new chief executive of California’s embattled high-speed rail project says it is time to get serious about how to pay for it

California high-speed rail leader pushes state to support private investment
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Dutch payments firm Adyen misses first-quarter sales forecasts but confirms 2025-2026 outlook

Adyen, one of the world's largest payment companies, reported quarterly revenue below market forecasts on Wednesday, but maintained its sales

Dutch payments firm Adyen misses first-quarter sales forecasts but confirms 2025-2026 outlook
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Iran to meet 3 European powers ahead of next nuclear talks with US

Iran will hold talks in Rome on Friday with European parties to their now moribund 2015 nuclear deal, its foreign minister said on Wednesday, as

Iran to meet 3 European powers ahead of next nuclear talks with US
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China's solar industry remains in red as trade war adds to problems

China's solar manufacturers reported losses this week as U.S.

China's solar industry remains in red as trade war adds to problems
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Euro zone economy expands faster than forecast but faces trade war hit

The euro zone economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter while inflation declined, indicating that the bloc started the year on an upbeat note before

Euro zone economy expands faster than forecast but faces trade war hit
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US tariffs mean cautious rate decisions needed, Taiwan central bank minutes show

Uncertainty brought about by U.S. import tariffs means decisions on interest rate policy need to be cautious, according to minutes from the Taiwan central bank's latest meeting

US tariffs mean cautious rate decisions needed, Taiwan central bank minutes show
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Europe's STOXX 600 clocks second consecutive monthly loss hit by tariff woes

European shares closed higher in a volatile session on Wednesday as investors assessed key data around the world and corporate earnings, ending a sluggish

Europe's STOXX 600 clocks second consecutive monthly loss hit by tariff woes
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Italy April EU-harmonised CPI stable at 2.1% y/y, but 'core' accelerates

Italian EU-harmonised consumer prices (HICP) rose 0.5% month-on-month in April and the annual inflation rate was stable at 2.1%, preliminary figures from official statistics agency

Italy April EU-harmonised CPI stable at 2.1% y/y, but 'core' accelerates
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Japan aims for steady progress as automakers' losses balloon, top negotiator says

Japan's top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa said on Wednesday that he aims for steady but quick progress in tariff negotiations with the United States as losses at the country's

Japan aims for steady progress as automakers' losses balloon, top negotiator says
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Xi says China's economy should adapt to external changes

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on Wednesday for action to adjust to changes in the international environment as the country drafts economic plans for the next five years, state

Xi says China's economy should adapt to external changes
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Hapag-Lloyd CEO warns of 'particularly tough' tariffs due to U.S. exposure

The trade policy of U.S.

Hapag-Lloyd CEO warns of 'particularly tough' tariffs due to U.S. exposure
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Medicaid, food stamps and vehicle tax emerge as early flashpoints in Trump agenda fight

Medicaid, food stamps and vehicle tax emerge as early flashpoints in Trump agenda fight

Medicaid, food stamps and vehicle tax emerge as early flashpoints in Trump agenda fight
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Hedge fund European stock selling hits decade peak in March and April, says Goldman

Hedge funds sold European stock during March and April in the largest amount in 10 years, said a report by Goldman Sachs.

Hedge fund European stock selling hits decade peak in March and April, says Goldman
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The US economy likely just had its worst quarter since Covid

The US economy likely just had its worst quarter since Covid

The US economy likely just had its worst quarter since Covid
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Samsung reports revenue increase thanks to mobile phone sales but its chip business suffers

Samsung Electronics reported Wednesday a sharp increase in consolidated revenue for the first quarter thanks to strong sales of its new smartphones, but its semiconductor business suffered a setback

Samsung reports revenue increase thanks to mobile phone sales but its chip business suffers
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Center-left party approves German coalition deal, paving the way for Merz to be elected chancellor

Germany’s center-left Social Democrats have voted to approve a coalition agreement

Center-left party approves German coalition deal, paving the way for Merz to be elected chancellor
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Europe saw stronger growth at start of year, but Trump's tariffs have darkened outlook

Europe’s economy has grown more strongly in the first three months of the year only to see hopes for an ongoing recovery quickly squelched by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war

Europe saw stronger growth at start of year, but Trump's tariffs have darkened outlook
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CNN Poll: Majorities oppose Trump deporting migrants to Salvadoran prison, canceling international student visas

CNN Poll: Majorities oppose Trump deporting migrants to Salvadoran prison, canceling international student visas

CNN Poll: Majorities oppose Trump deporting migrants to Salvadoran prison, canceling international student visas
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German economy grew by 0.2% in first quarter, skirting recession

The German economy grew in the first quarter of the year thanks to consumption and investment, escaping a recession after contracting in the last quarter of last

German economy grew by 0.2% in first quarter, skirting recession
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Australia needs to defend itself, Albanese says, amid Trump policy volatility

Australia needs to defend itself, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday when asked whether Donald Trump's return as president of the

Australia needs to defend itself, Albanese says, amid Trump policy volatility
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Taiwan unexpectedly raises 2025 full-year GDP forecast on strong tech demand

Taiwan unexpectedly raised its 2025 economic growth forecast on Wednesday after a strong first quarter performance thanks to an export surge on strong

Taiwan unexpectedly raises 2025 full-year GDP forecast on strong tech demand
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GM delays investor call, UPS axes 20,000 jobs as Trump's tariffs create corporate chaos

The fallout from U.S.

GM delays investor call, UPS axes 20,000 jobs as Trump's tariffs create corporate chaos
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Thailand cuts rates again, could face recession as US tariffs loom

Thailand's central bank cut its key interest rate by a quarter point for a second consecutive meeting on Wednesday, as expected, seeking

Thailand cuts rates again, could face recession as US tariffs loom
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TotalEnergies CEO seeks to reassure investors after smaller profit, higher debt

By America Hernandez PARIS - Europe's willingness to buy more liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the U.S. to plug a trade gap will boost business for TotalEnergies , said CEO Patrick Pouyanne on

TotalEnergies CEO seeks to reassure investors after smaller profit, higher debt
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Aston Martin limits US exports, mulls pricing adjustment to offset tariff hit

Aston Martin will split the costs resulting from U.S. tariffs between the company and its customers, and will sell down its U.S. inventory while limiting shipments there

Aston Martin limits US exports, mulls pricing adjustment to offset tariff hit
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Germany's SPD backs Merz coalition, names leader Klingbeil finance minister

Germany's Social Democrats (SPD) backed a coalition deal with the CDU/CSU conservatives on Wednesday in the final step to forming a government in

Germany's SPD backs Merz coalition, names leader Klingbeil finance minister
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Italy's economy holds up in first quarter thanks to domestic demand

The Italian economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter from the previous three months, preliminary data showed on Wednesday, a slightly stronger reading than expected

Italy's economy holds up in first quarter thanks to domestic demand
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GSK 'well positioned' for potential tariffs after beating forecasts

GSK on Wednesday said it was "well positioned" to absorb potential U.S. pharmaceutical tariffs, citing AI-driven cost cuts and dual sourcing for its

GSK 'well positioned' for potential tariffs after beating forecasts
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Coca-Cola HBC beats revenue growth estimates, shares soar to record high

Bottler Coca-Cola HBC AG reported first-quarter organic revenue growth above market expectations on Wednesday, supported by strong demand in its key

Coca-Cola HBC beats revenue growth estimates, shares soar to record high
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Iran's foreign minister says next round of talks with US over nuclear program will be held in Rome

Iran says the next round of negotiations over its rapidly advancing nuclear program it will have with the United States will be in Rome on Saturday

Iran's foreign minister says next round of talks with US over nuclear program will be held in Rome
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Barclays beats first-quarter forecasts as Trump turmoil supercharges trading

Barclays booked a stronger than expected 19% increase in first-quarter profit on Wednesday, as trading activity surged in the early months of U.S.

Barclays beats first-quarter forecasts as Trump turmoil supercharges trading
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French annual inflation rate above forecast in April

French consumer prices have risen more than anticipated in April as a further fall in energy prices was partly offset by the rise in food prices, preliminary data from statistics agency

French annual inflation rate above forecast in April
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Stellantis suspends guidance, to reassess capex due to US tariffs

Stellantis on Wednesday suspended its guidance for a moderate recovery this year, after a profit drop in 2024, due to the uncertain impact of

Stellantis suspends guidance, to reassess capex due to US tariffs
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UBS Q1 profit tops forecasts but Trump tariff shock clouds outlook

UBS on Wednesday posted better than expected first-quarter net profit, but the Swiss bank warned of an uncertain outlook as U.S. tariffs raise global growth fears even as

UBS Q1 profit tops forecasts but Trump tariff shock clouds outlook
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Marvel's 'Thunderbolts*' to test Chinese appetite for Hollywood as trade war rages

New Disney movie Thunderbolts* is poised to test Chinese appetite for Hollywood blockbusters as it opens in cinemas around China on Wednesday, making it

Marvel's 'Thunderbolts*' to test Chinese appetite for Hollywood as trade war rages
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German unemployment rate rises to decade high

The number of people out of work in Germany rose less than expected in April but the unemployment rate rose to its highest level since the pandemic, as economic

German unemployment rate rises to decade high
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China’s factories take a big blow as Trump’s tariffs bite

China’s factories take a big blow as Trump’s tariffs bite

China’s factories take a big blow as Trump’s tariffs bite
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'We had jobs': Rural Romania turns to faith and nationalism ahead of presidential election rerun

Romanians are preparing to cast their ballots in a critical presidential vote redo after last year’s election was annulled

'We had jobs': Rural Romania turns to faith and nationalism ahead of presidential election rerun
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Troubled by Trump's tariffs, Volvo Cars' new CEO turns to Chinese owner Geely

Under pressure from U.S.

Troubled by Trump's tariffs, Volvo Cars' new CEO turns to Chinese owner Geely
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Equinor says it could lose billions on Trump's wind power clampdown

Equinor stands to lose billions of dollars on its massive wind power project offshore the state of New York unless U.S.

Equinor says it could lose billions on Trump's wind power clampdown
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China pivots to Europe for used cooking oil exports as tariffs hit shipments to US

China's used cooking oil (UCO) exports to the United States, its largest buyer, are set to plunge in coming months due to steep tariffs, forcing

China pivots to Europe for used cooking oil exports as tariffs hit shipments to US
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UK monthly house prices fall by most since August 2023, Nationwide data shows

British house prices fell by 0.6% in April, a sharper fall than forecast and their biggest monthly decline in more than 18 months, as a discount on property transactions ended, data from

UK monthly house prices fall by most since August 2023, Nationwide data shows
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Volkswagen reins in margin hopes as tariffs cloud prospects

Volkswagen said on Wednesday that profit margins this year were likely to be towards the bottom of its guidance range and joined a chorus of

Volkswagen reins in margin hopes as tariffs cloud prospects
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UK launches strikes against Houthis in Yemen, in first joint US operation under Trump

UK launches strikes against Houthis in Yemen, in first joint US operation under Trump

UK launches strikes against Houthis in Yemen, in first joint US operation under Trump
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'Victory of faith', Vietnamese celebrate 50 years since end of Vietnam War

Thousands of Vietnamese celebrated the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War on Wednesday, in what the country's communist

'Victory of faith', Vietnamese celebrate 50 years since end of Vietnam War
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What's at stake in Singapore's May 3 election?

Singapore holds a parliamentary election on May 3, the first big test for new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong as his People's Action Party seeks to extend its unbroken rule of

What's at stake in Singapore's May 3 election?
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Investors seek new tariff-proof market niches as Wall St chaos hits Europe

Investors who rushed out of Wall Street during a month of U.S. policy shocks that raised European growth risks are turning their attention to niche markets such as

Investors seek new tariff-proof market niches as Wall St chaos hits Europe
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Mercedes pulls earnings guidance amid Trump tariff uncertainty

Mercedes-Benz on Wednesday pulled its earnings guidance for 2025 amid uncertainty over the impact of U.S.

Mercedes pulls earnings guidance amid Trump tariff uncertainty
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German logistics group DHL posts higher earnings in Q1 but cautious on trade

German logistics company DHL on Wednesday posted higher sales and earnings in the first quarter, a period dominated by tensions over U.S. import tariffs that could both help and

German logistics group DHL posts higher earnings in Q1 but cautious on trade
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Parties in Singapore's election and their platforms 

Singapore holds a parliamentary election on May 3 that will be contested by 11 parties across the city state of 6 million people with 2.76 million registered to vote. 

Parties in Singapore's election and their platforms 
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Minutes to leave: Syria's Alawites evicted from private homes at gunpoint

Early one evening in late January, 12 masked men stormed the Damascus home of Um Hassan's family, pointed AK-47 assault rifles in their faces and ordered them to

Minutes to leave: Syria's Alawites evicted from private homes at gunpoint
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'Never kneel': China taps Korean War and AI memes to hit back at Trump

China is leveraging its propaganda machine to hit back at U.S. tariffs, rolling out videos using Cold War imagery to lambaste "imperialists" and send a simple message -

'Never kneel': China taps Korean War and AI memes to hit back at Trump
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As Singapore heads into election, politicians showcase musical chops 

A curious election campaign trend has emerged in Singapore as the country gears up for its May 3 poll: candidates showcasing their musical chops, or lack of talent,

As Singapore heads into election, politicians showcase musical chops 
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Singapore's May 3 general election in numbers

Singapore holds a general election on May 3.

Singapore's May 3 general election in numbers
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Samsung says trade turmoil raises chip business volatilities, may hit phone demand

South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics warned on Wednesday U.S. tariffs could cut demand for products such as smartphones,

Samsung says trade turmoil raises chip business volatilities, may hit phone demand
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About 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded fighting for Russia, South Korea says

South Korea's spy agency says an estimated 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded while fighting alongside Russia against Ukrainian forces

About 4,700 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded fighting for Russia, South Korea says
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World’s military spending rises at highest rate in nearly four decades, report says

World’s military spending rises at highest rate in nearly four decades, report says

World’s military spending rises at highest rate in nearly four decades, report says
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China's export orders dip in April as Trump's tariffs begin to bite

Monthly surveys of Chinese factory managers shows export orders slowed in April as higher tariffs on U.S. imports began to kick in

China's export orders dip in April as Trump's tariffs begin to bite
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China creates list of US-made goods exempt from 125% tariffs, sources say

China has created a list of U.S.-made products that would be exempted from its 125% tariffs and is quietly notifying companies about the policy, two people

China creates list of US-made goods exempt from 125% tariffs, sources say
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Data deluge rounds up turbulent April

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Note: There will be no Morning Bid Europe on Thursday, May 1, due to holidays in various markets.

Data deluge rounds up turbulent April
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Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon

Pakistan said on Wednesday it has "credible intelligence" that India intends to launch military action soon, as tensions between the nuclear-armed

Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon
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India central bank has room for more rate cuts, but with caution, says rate panel member

India has room for more rate cuts, given the declining inflation and elevated uncertainties around growth, but any further policy easing should be

India central bank has room for more rate cuts, but with caution, says rate panel member
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China ramps up GM corn planting, but state controls, patchy trials keep industry guessing

China will plant four to five times more genetically modified (GM) corn this year than last, analysts and executives say, building momentum in a rollout

China ramps up GM corn planting, but state controls, patchy trials keep industry guessing
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Hawaii plans to increase hotel tax to help it cope with climate change

Hawaii lawmakers are ready to hike a tax imposed on travelers staying in hotels, vacation rentals and other short-term accommodations and earmark the new money for programs to cope with a warming planet

Hawaii plans to increase hotel tax to help it cope with climate change
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After a year of turmoil, The Washington Post is taking note of its journalism again

So many headlines about The Washington Post over the past year had little to do with its journalism

After a year of turmoil, The Washington Post is taking note of its journalism again
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China's factory activity falls sharply as Trump tariffs bite

China's factory activity contracted at the fastest pace in 16 months in April, a factory survey showed on Wednesday, keeping alive calls for further stimulus as Donald

China's factory activity falls sharply as Trump tariffs bite
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Australia treasurer, in election mode, highlights drop in core inflation

Australia Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the market was justified to expect more interest rate cuts after annual core inflation slowed to a three-year low, highlighting the decline

Australia treasurer, in election mode, highlights drop in core inflation
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Trump says DOGE work led to fraud referrals to Justice Department

U.S.

Trump says DOGE work led to fraud referrals to Justice Department
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Asia hedge funds add Japan, India after tariff shock, says Morgan Stanley

Asian hedge funds tiptoed back into the market last week, adding to their positions in Japan and India shares, after quickly cutting exposure when U.S.

Asia hedge funds add Japan, India after tariff shock, says Morgan Stanley
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China's factory activity slows as US tariffs hit export orders

China's factory activity slowed at the start of the second quarter, with a sharp fall in new export orders and the resumption of employment declines, a private-sector survey showed

China's factory activity slows as US tariffs hit export orders
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Australia's core inflation slows to 3-year low in Q1, supports May rate cut

Core inflation in Australia slowed to a three-year low in the first quarter as costs in the services sector cooled markedly, data showed on Wednesday, supporting the

Australia's core inflation slows to 3-year low in Q1, supports May rate cut
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Trump’s 100-day rally: Familiar grievances, an ebullient crowd and a difficult task ahead

Trump’s 100-day rally: Familiar grievances, an ebullient crowd and a difficult task ahead

Trump’s 100-day rally: Familiar grievances, an ebullient crowd and a difficult task ahead
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Star Entertainment swings to third-quarter loss as storms, weak demand hit casinos

Star Entertainment said on Wednesday it swung to an operating loss in the third quarter, as seasonal weakness, dwindling casino visitors and Queensland property closures from March storms

Star Entertainment swings to third-quarter loss as storms, weak demand hit casinos
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LG Energy Solution flags Q2 sales decline as automakers hemmed in by tariff volatility

South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution (LGES) on Wednesday said it expected revenue in the second quarter ended June to decline from Q1 partly

LG Energy Solution flags Q2 sales decline as automakers hemmed in by tariff volatility
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China's manufacturing activity falls in April, PMI shows

China's manufacturing activity contracted in April, an official survey showed on Wednesday, reversing two months of recovery and keeping alive calls for further stimulus as Donald

China's manufacturing activity falls in April, PMI shows
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Coles sees strong demand in home brand, keeps 'eye on' tariff ripple effects

Australian supermarket chain Coles' chief said on Wednesday that shoppers remain sharply focused on value, driving strong quarterly growth in

Coles sees strong demand in home brand, keeps 'eye on' tariff ripple effects
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FACT FOCUS: Trump touts his accomplishments at 100 days but at times falls short on the facts

President Donald J

FACT FOCUS: Trump touts his accomplishments at 100 days but at times falls short on the facts
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The Latest: Trump marks his first 100 days in office with a rally in Michigan and ABC interview

President Donald Trump has marked his first 100 days in office with an interview with ABC News and a rally in Michigan

The Latest: Trump marks his first 100 days in office with a rally in Michigan and ABC interview
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Japan March retail sales rise 3.1% year/year

Japanese retail sales rose 3.1% in March from a year earlier, slightly less than the median market forecast for a 3.5% increase, government data showed on Wednesday.

Japan March retail sales rise 3.1% year/year
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Trump touts economy at Michigan 100-day rally, as Americans grow wary

President Donald Trump touted what he called a series of major economic wins and forcefully attacked Democrats during a rally

Trump touts economy at Michigan 100-day rally, as Americans grow wary
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What's in Trump's move to ease US automotive tariffs

U.S.

What's in Trump's move to ease US automotive tariffs
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Starbucks to beef up store staffing, go slow on automation rollout

Starbucks will invest more in staffing and less on equipment, including an automation system that it previously touted, CEO Brian Niccol said on Tuesday, breaking with

Starbucks to beef up store staffing, go slow on automation rollout
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Meta launches AI app, Zuckerberg chats with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at developer conference

Meta Platforms Inc. is hosting its first generative artificial intelligence conference for developers, LlamaCon, on Tuesday

Meta launches AI app, Zuckerberg chats with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at developer conference
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Trump offers automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs, after worries they could hurt US factories

President Donald Trump has signed executive orders to relax some of his 25% tariffs on automobiles and auto parts

Trump offers automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs, after worries they could hurt US factories
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Trump marks his first 100 days in office in campaign mode, focused on grudges and grievances

President Donald Trump has celebrated the 100th day of his second term — yet spent much of his rally marking it in campaign mode, fixated on past grudges and grievances

Trump marks his first 100 days in office in campaign mode, focused on grudges and grievances
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23andMe will have court-appointed overseer for genetic data in bankruptcy

Genetic testing company 23andMe agreed on Tuesday to allow a court-appointed overseer to take charge of ensuring customers' genetic data remains protected during

23andMe will have court-appointed overseer for genetic data in bankruptcy
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Trump eases auto tariffs burden as Lutnick touts first foreign trade deal

U.S.

Trump eases auto tariffs burden as Lutnick touts first foreign trade deal
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Starbucks earnings disappoint as CEO Niccol's strategy faces US hurdles

Starbucks earnings disappoint as CEO Niccol's strategy faces US hurdles
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Petrobras posts slight drop in first-quarter oil and gas output

Brazilian state-run oil firm Petrobras reported on Tuesday oil, gas and gas liquids production of 2.77 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boed) in the first

Petrobras posts slight drop in first-quarter oil and gas output
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UK business morale drops as concerns over tariffs, economy mount

British business sentiment fell to its lowest level in three months and employers were concerned about implications of U.S. tariffs and the wider economy as they grapple with higher

UK business morale drops as concerns over tariffs, economy mount
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Putin names regional Russian airport Stalingrad

Russia's President Vladimir Putin signed a decree late on Tuesday renaming the airport in Volgograd as Stalingrad, as the city was known when the Soviet army defeated the Nazi German

Putin names regional Russian airport Stalingrad
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Codelco chairman says April copper output up, sees strong US and China demand

Copper output from Chile's state-run Codelco rose 22% in April compared to the same period a year before, with an expected output of

Codelco chairman says April copper output up, sees strong US and China demand
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DOGE staffer advised on cuts to Justice Dept grants, document and source say

A member of Elon Musk's U.S.

DOGE staffer advised on cuts to Justice Dept grants, document and source say
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Grab Holdings' quarterly revenue beats expectations as spending remains strong

Grab Holdings beat Wall Street expectations for first-quarter revenue on Tuesday, as the company benefited from strong spending on its ride-hailing and food delivery

Grab Holdings' quarterly revenue beats expectations as spending remains strong
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Logitech to shift some production from China to counter Trump tariffs

Logitech International will mitigate the impact of U.S.

Logitech to shift some production from China to counter Trump tariffs
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Australia's Westpac flags $89.4 million hedging hit to half-year profit

Australia's Westpac Banking Corp said on Wednesday net profit after tax for the first half of 2025 would be reduced by A$140 million ($89.35 million) due to hedging.

Australia's Westpac flags $89.4 million hedging hit to half-year profit
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US Senate confirms private equity executive Barrack as ambassador to Turkey

The U.S.

US Senate confirms private equity executive Barrack as ambassador to Turkey
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WH: DEAL AHEAD OF AUTO TARIFF BUT NOT NEW CHINA DUTY (4aET)

The Trump admin says it's reached a deal with automakers ahead of this week’s new parts tariff, but new duties on Chinese goods are still coming Friday.

WH: DEAL AHEAD OF AUTO TARIFF BUT NOT NEW CHINA DUTY (4aET)
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Trump eases auto tariffs

Trump eases auto tariffs

Trump eases auto tariffs
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Trump greets Whitmer with a hug and gives her a win — new jets for Michigan airbase

President Donald Trump has announced a new fighter jet mission for an Air National Guard Base in Michigan

Trump greets Whitmer with a hug and gives her a win — new jets for Michigan airbase
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Starbucks says turnaround is on track, but quarterly earnings and sales fall short

Starbucks’ sales are on the upswing again, but the company says its turnaround effort is far from complete

Starbucks says turnaround is on track, but quarterly earnings and sales fall short
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Electronic Arts lays off hundreds, cancels 'Titanfall' game, Bloomberg News reports

Electronic Arts is laying off hundreds of workers and is canceling a Titanfall game that was in development at its Respawn Entertainment unit, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday.

Electronic Arts lays off hundreds, cancels 'Titanfall' game, Bloomberg News reports
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Mexican telecoms giant America Movil posts 39% jump in first-quarter profit

Mexican telecommunications giant America Movil on Tuesday reported a 39% jump in its first-quarter net profit compared to the same period in 2024, citing an increase in

Mexican telecoms giant America Movil posts 39% jump in first-quarter profit
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Prosecutors seek 20-year prison term for founder of failed crypto platform Celsius Network

Prosecutors say the founder and former CEO of the failed cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius Network should face 20 years behind bars for telling lies and engaging in self-dealing that cost customers billions of dollars in losses

Prosecutors seek 20-year prison term for founder of failed crypto platform Celsius Network
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Server maker Super Micro fans AI spending worries with cuts to revenue, profit estimates

AI server maker Super Micro Computer on Tuesday cut its third-quarter revenue and profit expectations due to delays in customer spending, amplifying

Server maker Super Micro fans AI spending worries with cuts to revenue, profit estimates
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Trump's approval steady, concerns over economy, immigration rise, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's approval rating held steady this week, but discontent is rising over his handling of the economy and hardline approach to immigration,

Trump's approval steady, concerns over economy, immigration rise, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Walmart in Mexico posts weaker-than-expected 7% dip in Q1 net profit

Walmart's Mexico and Central America unit, known as Walmex, reported a 7% dip in its first-quarter net profit on Tuesday, coming in

Walmart in Mexico posts weaker-than-expected 7% dip in Q1 net profit
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Mexican tequila maker Cuervo pockets more profit on weaker peso, despite volume dip

Becle, the world's largest tequila producer, on Tuesday reported a first-quarter profit up 15% from a year earlier, pulling in more pesos due to the currency's weakening

Mexican tequila maker Cuervo pockets more profit on weaker peso, despite volume dip
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JetBlue negotiates partnership with United Airlines, sources say

JetBlue Airways and United Airlines have been negotiating a partnership, three industry sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

JetBlue negotiates partnership with United Airlines, sources say
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Meta introduces Llama application programming interface to attract AI developers

Meta Platforms on Tuesday announced an application programming interface in a bid to woo businesses to more easily build AI products using its Llama artificial-

Meta introduces Llama application programming interface to attract AI developers
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Michigan visit showcases Trump and Whitmer’s warmer relationship

Michigan visit showcases Trump and Whitmer’s warmer relationship

Michigan visit showcases Trump and Whitmer’s warmer relationship
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Canada's Liberals fall short of a majority in Parliament in the wake of comeback election victory

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals have fallen short of winning an outright majority in Parliament

Canada's Liberals fall short of a majority in Parliament in the wake of comeback election victory
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Judge orders Trump administration to restore $12 million for pro-democracy Radio Free Europe

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore $12 million that Congress appropriated for Radio Free Europe, a pro-democracy media outlet at risk of going dark for the first time in 75 years

Judge orders Trump administration to restore $12 million for pro-democracy Radio Free Europe
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55,000 County workers strike over alleged labor violations

Tens of thousands of Los Angeles County employees began a strike Monday evening, alleging their employer had failed to negotiate with the union.

55,000 County workers strike over alleged labor violations
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Amazon is not planning to break out tariff costs online as White House attacks potential move

Amazon is not planning to display added tariff costs next to product prices on its site — despite a report that sparked speculation the e-commerce giant would soon show the new import charges, as well as fiery comments from President Donald Trump’s White House denouncing such a move

Amazon is not planning to break out tariff costs online as White House attacks potential move
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Brazil's BRB close to completing due diligence to acquire Banco Master

Brazilian state-run bank BRB has nearly completed its due diligence to acquire local lender Banco Master, with the final deal price expected to be

Brazil's BRB close to completing due diligence to acquire Banco Master

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