Brazil's Lula starts radiation after early-stage skin cancer diagnosis
Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition
Gun violence prevention course created by brother of man killed in Milwaukee nears completion for first class
Overheating chemicals tank in California no longer at risk of exploding, fire officials say
With AI manifesto, Leo joins pantheon of popes who urged world to change
Parts of Europe swelter in record May heat as deaths at amateur sports events spur warnings
Argentines bike 10K miles through 17 countries to watch national team play in KC
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US Treasuries selloff exacerbated as mortgage investors hedge against rising yields
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US to invest $2 billion in IBM, other quantum computing firms
The Trump administration will take $2 billion in equity stakes across nine quantum-computing companies, including a new IBM venture, in a
May 21, 2026
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A look at the SpaceX IPO by the numbers
Elon Musk is all about big numbers — billions, trillions – and you can find them sprinkled throughout an extraordinary document he just filed to take his rocket maker SpaceX public
May 22, 2026
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UN gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage
The United Nations has criticized a new Afghan law on separation in marriage, saying it entrenches discrimination against women and girls
May 21, 2026
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Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly nine months
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in nearly nine months, driving up borrowing costs for homebuyers during what’s traditionally the housing market’s busiest time of the year
May 21, 2026
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Birkenstock shares jump after $250 million buyback plan
Shares of Birkenstock surged nearly 17% on Thursday after the German sandal maker said it would buy back $250 million of its stock through an accelerated share repurchase agreement,
May 21, 2026
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U.S. Senate Republicans meet with AG Blanche on Trump fund
Senate Republicans were meeting with Acting U.S.
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US Fed officials propose prolonging dollar swap lines to underpin stability
Some U.S.
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Mortgage rates climb to highest level in 9 months
Mortgage rates climb to highest level in 9 months
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Chinese container ship among few vessels crossing Hormuz amid deadlock to open waterway
A Chinese-operated container ship was among the few to cross the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, data showed on Thursday, as uncertainty grows around reopening the
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX's road to landmark IPO filing
SpaceX's IPO filing finally revealed the finances behind a company aiming to dominate industries ranging from rockets and satellites to AI and data centers.
May 21, 2026
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US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair warns of China role in Argentina contract bid
U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Brian Mast has warned U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Dollar whipsawed by conflicting Iran deal signals
The dollar index was flat on Thursday as traders weighed the likelihood of a near-term deal to end the Middle East war, having earlier touched a six-week
May 21, 2026
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US Supreme Court deals setback to cruise operators over Cuba confiscations
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Turkey court rules to oust opposition leader in latest blow to Erdogan's challengers
A Turkish court effectively ousted the main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel on Thursday, annulling the 2023 party congress that elected
May 21, 2026
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Oil prices close 2% lower on uncertain prospects for US-Iran deal
Oil prices were volatile on Thursday, ultimately settling about 2% lower as uncertainty over prospects for resolving the U.S.-Israeli
May 21, 2026
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Equity Residential, AvalonBay to merge in mega US real estate deal
Equity Residential and AvalonBay Communities have agreed to an all-stock merger to form a housing rental company with an enterprise value of $69 billion, the firms
May 21, 2026
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US moves closer to prohibitive tariffs on Russian palladium
The United States has moved closer to slapping prohibitive tariffs on imports of Russian palladium after the Department of Commerce made a final determination on a
May 21, 2026
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Supreme Court sides with US company in claims over property seized in Cuban revolution
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of owners of Cuban property that was confiscated by Fidel Castro’s government more than 65 years ago
May 21, 2026
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'Frustrating': Florida county sheriff warns of jury duty scam after victims lose $40,000 in one weekend
'Frustrating': Florida county sheriff warns of jury duty scam after victims lose $40,000 in one weekend
May 21, 2026
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Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan says he is suspending his campaign for Michigan governor, citing an increasingly “toxic” political climate due to President Donald Trump’s war with Iran and skyrocketing gas prices
May 21, 2026
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Fact check: Vance touted a rebound in manufacturing jobs. The US is down 77,000 this term
Fact check: Vance touted a rebound in manufacturing jobs. The US is down 77,000 this term
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Hurricane forecasts have improved dramatically, saving lives, but federal cuts threaten to stretch NOAA resources to breaking point
A hurricane scientist explains the technology forecasters rely on to keep people safe and help communities all along the Atlantic coast know when to evacuate.
May 19, 2026
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Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
May 21, 2026
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Berlin OKs bid to rehost Olympics on or after 100th anniversary of 1936 Games under the Nazis
Berlin’s state parliament has given the go-ahead for the city’s bid to rehost the Olympic Games on or after the 100th anniversary of the 1936 Games staged by the Nazis
May 21, 2026
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Parker-Hannifin to acquire KKR-owned Circor Aerospace for $2.55 billion
U.S. investment firm KKR said on Thursday it would sell aerospace division of
May 21, 2026
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Walmart wins over broader swath of consumers, but global uncertainty clouds outlook for retailers
Walmart delivered another strong quarter of sales as the discounter’s speedy deliveries and low prices served as a magnet for shoppers across the income spectrum
May 21, 2026
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France faces rising fiscal risks, IMF warns
France faces mounting public finance risks as budget-tightening lags and debt remains high, the International Monetary Fund said on Thursday, warning that insufficient
May 21, 2026
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Kontoor to sell Lee denim brand to Authentic Brands in up to $1 billion deal
Kontoor Brands said on Thursday it had agreed to sell its Lee denim brand for up to $1 billion to Authentic Brands Group, as the apparel maker streamlines its operations and focuses
May 21, 2026
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Fishing boats worldwide stuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war
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May 21, 2026
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Britain looks to boost tourist spots with temporary summer tax cut
British finance minister Rachel Reeves on Thursday announced a temporary cut in value-added tax for tourist venues over the summer to reduce
May 21, 2026
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Wall St opens lower as oil jumps on renewed Mideast concerns
Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Thursday as oil prices surged following a Reuters report that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei ordered the country's near
May 21, 2026
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US single-family housing starts tumble in April
U.S. single-family homebuilding dropped sharply in April and permits for future construction fell, suggesting the housing market could remain subdued for a while as the
May 21, 2026
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US labor market shows resilience in face of war; housing still subdued
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, pointing to labor market resilience and giving the Federal Reserve room
May 21, 2026
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United Nations' top court says right to strike is protected by a key labor treaty
The United Nations’ top court has issued a landmark advisory opinion that says the right to strike is protected by a cornerstone labor treaty
May 21, 2026
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Critical Metals inks 15-year Greenland rare earth deal with REalloys
Critical Metals said on Thursday it has signed a 15-year binding offtake agreement with REalloys for rare earth concentrate from its Tanbreez project in Greenland.
May 21, 2026
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Crypto brokerage Blockchain.com confidentially files for IPO
Crypto brokerage Blockchain.com said on Thursday it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the United States, as digital assets markets show signs of a rebound
May 21, 2026
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Ralph Lauren shares jump 10% as strong China sales help drive growth
Ralph Lauren shares surged about 10% in morning trading on Thursday after the high-end apparel brand beat quarterly revenue estimates,
May 21, 2026
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Spain's Supreme Court strikes down national registry for tourist rentals
Spain's Supreme Court has struck down a national registry for short-term tourist rentals seeking to advertise on platforms such as Airbnb that was introduced by the
May 21, 2026
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Deere keeps full-year profit target unchanged, taking sheen off quarterly earnings beat
Farm equipment maker Deere left its full-year profit forecast unaltered, despite topping second-quarter profit estimates on Thursday, as it battles stubbornly
May 21, 2026
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US manufacturing activity rises to four-year high in May, S&P Global survey shows
U.S. manufacturing activity strengthened in May, scaling the highest level in four years, as businesses boosted inventories to guard against potential
May 21, 2026
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Oil market could hit 'red zone' in July-August, IEA chief says
The start of peak summer fuel demand combined with the lack of new oil exports from the Middle
May 21, 2026
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India's 'Cockroach' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries
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Private credit bond spreads show smaller lenders priced at greater risk
Bond investors are assigning diverse risk premiums to U.S. private credit firms, with smaller lenders being priced at greater risk and hence wider
May 21, 2026
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Euro zone consumer confidence rises to -19.0 in May
Euro zone consumer confidence rose by 1.6 points in May from the April number, figures released on Thursday showed.
May 21, 2026
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US awards IBM and other firms $2 billion to give America the edge in quantum computing
US awards IBM and other firms $2 billion to give America the edge in quantum computing
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Nonprofit fraud: Amid high-profile prosecutions, an accountant explains what’s really going on
The responsibility for policing nonprofits generally falls to state attorneys general, rather than federal authorities.
May 21, 2026
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America’s shoppers are seeking revenge again
America’s shoppers are seeking revenge again
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How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot
How bushmeat, burial rites and disinformation make the DRC an Ebola hotspot
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX is poised to go public and test the latest version of its massive Starship rocket amidst criticism about its environmental impact
SpaceX is poised to test its latest, most powerful rocket and to become a publicly traded company, all while under pressure from environmentalists.
May 21, 2026
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The US Constitution and laws do not protect oil companies from being sued over the harm they cause to the climate
Calls for the Supreme Court to give fossil fuel companies immunity from liability for climate-related damage misreads the Constitution, precedent and the role of courts.
May 21, 2026
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US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty
Fewer Americans filed for jobless aid last week as layoffs remain low despite a number of uncertainties that continue to cloud the economy
May 21, 2026
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Regulators question StanChart following CEO Winters' AI comments amid job cuts, Bloomberg News reports
Hong Kong and Singapore regulators have sought clarity from Standard Chartered after CEO Bill Winters said the global lender plans to replace "lower-value human capital" with
May 21, 2026
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Stellantis launches $70 billion business plan to 2030 including 60 new models
Stellantis set out a new 60 billion euro ($70 billion) business plan on Thursday that includes 60 new car models by 2030 - from combustion engine to fully
May 21, 2026
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Shrug for Nvidia but IPOs excite
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets Nvidia appeared to ring all the bells once again in its latest
May 21, 2026
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IPO-bound SpaceX's board is stacked with Musk empire loyalists
SpaceX's IPO filing reveals a board deeply embedded in Elon Musk's broader business network, with directors tied to Tesla, Google, PayPal and venture firms that have financed
May 21, 2026
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Lower cost Novo, Lilly weight-loss pills draw patients from compounded drugs, doctors say
Lower prices for weight-loss pills from Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are prompting patients to switch from compounded medications
May 21, 2026
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Samsung's deal with union hailed as a victory as bonuses less generous than SK Hynix's
The pay deal reached between Samsung Electronics and its union is being hailed as a win for the company which gained key concessions and
May 21, 2026
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Why SpaceX's mega IPO may not signal a broader rebound in listings
SpaceX's record-shattering IPO has given Wall Street the kind of spectacle it has craved since the pandemic-era listings boom, but the once-in-a-
May 21, 2026
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Sterling steady but weak business activity data weighs
The pound was steady against the dollar on Thursday as broader currency markets focused on developments in the Iran war, while traders digested some worse-
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX IPO bets $2 trillion on Musk's ambitious rockets-to-AI vision
Investors buying into SpaceX's nearly $2 trillion IPO are making a high-stakes wager that CEO Elon Musk can turn a fast-growing satellite business into something far
May 21, 2026
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Iran war drags European economy down, pushes prices up
The energy shock from the Iran war is seeping ever deeper into the European economy, presenting policy-makers with a dilemma as it
May 21, 2026
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Walmart sticks to conservative annual targets as fuel shock dents US spending
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Extreme weather is a menace to homes. Here’s how you can protect your investment
Extreme weather is a menace to homes. Here’s how you can protect your investment
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Americans brace for pricey summer travel with fuel costs near multi-year highs
Soaring gasoline prices and a looming fuel crunch from the Iran war are not stopping American travelers from taking to the road as the U.S. summer driving
May 21, 2026
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Grok falls flat in Washington, undercutting SpaceX's AI growth story
SpaceX’s initial public offering is set to be the largest in history, partly fueled by its promise to grab a chunk of what it calls
May 21, 2026
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Vitol moves to open Mexico fuel terminal years after bribery scandal, document shows
Vitol, one of the world's biggest commodities traders, has held talks with service providers and is seeking permits to operate
May 21, 2026
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UK factory orders contract at fastest pace since 2020, CBI says
British factory orders contracted this month at the fastest rate since September 2020 and expectations for selling prices surged, according to a survey on Thursday that illustrated
May 21, 2026
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Germany faces Q2 stagnation, rising prices due to Iran war, Bundesbank says
Inflation in Germany is trending upwards and economic growth will likely be flat during the second quarter, hit by rising fuel expenses and uncertainty due to the Iran
May 21, 2026
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China's Manus founders seek $1 billion to undo Meta takeover, Bloomberg News reports
Manus co-founders are weighing ways to comply with China's order to unwind Meta’s $2 billion-plus acquisition of the AI startup, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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Taiwan may limit currency switching for TSMC dollar dividends to once a year, sources say
Taiwan's central bank plans to require foreign investors receiving U.S. dollar-denominated dividends from companies including TSMC to stick with one currency choice and not
May 21, 2026
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Samsung pay deal brings relief but exposes divisions in South Korean city
Around Samsung Electronics' sprawling chip complex southwest of Seoul, workers and residents have met news of a last-gasp
May 21, 2026
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JPMorgan's Aiyengar sees global firms turning to China amid volatility
Global companies are increasingly eager to partner with innovative Chinese firms as mounting economic and geopolitical risks fuel a
May 21, 2026
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Japanese auto exports to Middle East plunge in April as war disrupts shipping
Japanese vehicle exports to the Middle East were nearly wiped out in April, government data showed on Thursday, as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran disrupted
May 21, 2026
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of
May 21, 2026
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Asia's currencies are flashing oil shock alarm
Asia's policymakers are taking increasingly urgent and unusual steps to shore up their economies on the front line of the global
May 21, 2026
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CEO Dimon says JPMorgan to hire more AI staff, fewer bankers, Bloomberg News reports
JPMorgan will likely hire more artificial intelligence specialists and fewer traditional bankers, CEO Jamie Dimon told Bloomberg News in an interview published late Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
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UK's QinetiQ reviews US defence business, lifts 2027 forecast; shares jump
QinetiQ was reviewing all options for its struggling U.S. business, it said on Thursday, while lifting its revenue growth and operating margin forecast for the 2027 fiscal year.
May 21, 2026
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Italy could take economic growth lessons from Spain, stats bureau says
Italy's economy will grow by less than 1% this year for a fourth year running, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Thursday, suggesting ways the
May 21, 2026
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Trump administration seeks to supercharge US AI exports with billions in financing, document shows
The Trump administration on Thursday plans to launch a new program to entice foreign firms to buy U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Wealthy countries' climate finance hit record high in 2024, OECD says
Developed countries provided a record $136.7 billion to help poorer countries cope with climate change in 2024, the OECD said on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Syzran oil refinery, Kyiv says
Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Rosneft-owned Syzran oil refinery in Samara region overnight, Ukrainian military and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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Target bets on babies in campaign for customer loyalty
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May 21, 2026
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Ukraine says its drones hit another refinery deep inside Russia as long-range strikes escalate
Ukrainian drones have struck another Russian refinery, igniting a fire and producing massive black smoke
May 21, 2026
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India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak
India and the African Union (AU) have decided to postpone the India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled to be held next week in New Delhi, due to the "emerging
May 21, 2026
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Energy shock from Iran war to weigh on Europe's growth, boost inflation
The European Union’s executive commission has cut its growth outlook and predicted higher inflation due to sharply higher energy prices from the war in Iran
May 21, 2026
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AI turned Samsung into a $1 trillion company. Its workers want a bigger slice of the pie
AI turned Samsung into a $1 trillion company. Its workers want a bigger slice of the pie
May 21, 2026
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UK firms report slide in activity due to Iran war and political turmoil
British companies are suffering their most widespread drop in activity in over a year due to the economic fallout from the Iran war and political
May 21, 2026
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Euro zone current account surplus narrows in March on trade surplus drop
The euro zone's combined current account surplus narrowed sharply in March on a big drop in the trade surplus, likely caused by higher energy costs, data from the
May 21, 2026
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Trump promised no-cost IVF treatment for all. That’s still a long way off
Trump promised no-cost IVF treatment for all. That’s still a long way off
May 21, 2026
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Europe's economy hit hard as energy price shock stifles demand
Economic activity in the euro zone shrank at its sharpest rate in more than two-and-a-half years in May as a war-driven surge in living costs hammered
May 21, 2026
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Syria's Sharaa to attend G7 summit in France, sources say
Syria will attend the G7 summit in France next month as a guest nation and be represented by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, three sources familiar with the matter said,
May 21, 2026
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German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows
Germany's private sector activity contracted for a second consecutive month in May as the Iran war put the brakes on the country's economic recovery,
May 21, 2026
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US, Philippines to reach deal on economic security zone 'sooner rather than later', US official says
The United States is expected to reach a deal on the long-term framework for an economic security zone with the Philippines "sooner rather than later", a senior U.S.
May 21, 2026
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European equities end flat as investors await Mideast peace updates
European shares ended flat on Thursday, pausing after strong gains in the previous session as investors awaited progress on U.S.-Iran peace
May 21, 2026
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Trump says he’s willing to talk to Taiwan’s leader, a major departure from diplomatic norms
Trump says he’s willing to talk to Taiwan’s leader, a major departure from diplomatic norms
May 21, 2026
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This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war
A hard-line Iranian general linked to notorious attacks at home and abroad is believed to have seized a place near the center of power as negotiations with the United States hang in the balance
May 21, 2026
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From TACO to FOMO: How retail traders turned Trump-driven volatility into a playbook
A wave of retail-driven trading dynamics is reshaping how markets respond to U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Eswatini quickly embraced Trump's deportee program despite doubts over legality
Upon learning through the U.S. embassy that President Donald Trump was looking for African nations to take in deported third-country migrants, Eswatini was one
May 21, 2026
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AI supply chain, Gen Z spending among hedge fund picks at Sohn Hong Kong
Hedge fund managers say they are targeting investments this year in companies from AI-linked data centres and printed circuit board (PCB)
May 21, 2026
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ECB's Rehn sees few signs yet of high inflation taking root
The European Central Bank may raise interest rates to preserve credibility in the face of a war-driven rise in fuel costs but there is little to
May 21, 2026
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BOJ policymaker calls for rate hike, warns of war-led inflation overshoot
The Bank of Japan should raise interest rates at an "appropriate pace" as price pressures from the Middle East war may push underlying inflation
May 21, 2026
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As cocoa prices melt down, real chocolate is making a comeback
After a year of smaller bars, extra wafers and
May 20, 2026
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French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
France's private sector economy contracted in May at its sharpest pace in five-and-a-half years, reflecting an accelerated decline in services activity and a fresh drop in
May 21, 2026
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Australian far right party proposes Norway-style oil fund and state oil company
Australian populist party Pauline Hanson’s One Nation said it wanted to create a Norway-style sovereign wealth fund and for the government to take a share
May 21, 2026
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Finland's massive bomb shelters draw world to Helsinki in quest for security
Visiting mayors from Ukrainian cities took pictures inside an enormous cave carved in the bedrock below the Finnish
May 21, 2026
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Samsung Electronics' wage drama not over yet
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The fight over pay is not done at Samsung Electronics.
May 21, 2026
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Mideast war dampens India private sector growth, services pick up, PMI shows
India's private sector growth eased in May as a manufacturing slowdown driven by the Middle East war and cooling international demand offset a marginal pick-up in the
May 21, 2026
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Samsung shares soar as strike averted, but bonuses of $416,000 for some stoke concern
Samsung Electronics' shares surged on Thursday after it clinched an 11th-hour deal with its South Korean union to avert a
May 21, 2026
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Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise
Australian employment unexpectedly fell in April while the jobless rate jumped to the highest level since late 2021, a possible sign the labour market might be
May 21, 2026
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Australia's Arafura approves $1.6 billion rare earths project
Arafura Rare Earths said on Thursday it had approved the development of its $1.6 billion Nolans project in Australia's Northern Territory, which is set to be the
May 21, 2026
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Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te would be happy to speak with U.S.
May 21, 2026
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US energy storage additions hit a first-quarter record, report shows
U.S. energy storage developers installed 9.7 gigawatt-hours of new capacity in the first quarter of 2026, marking a record high for the quarter, an industry report showed on
May 21, 2026
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Australia's Ionic Rare Earths inks deal with US-based Nth Cycle to boost output outside China
Australia's Ionic Rare Earths said on Thursday it has agreed to work with U.S.-based critical mineral refining firm Nth Cycle to improve rare earths production outside China.
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX aims for 10,000 annual launches within five years, FAA says
SpaceX aims to reach 10,000 launches annually within five years, but government officials will need to see improved reliability before
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX reveals Musk company links, from Cybertrucks and jets to stock investments
SpaceX's IPO filing revealed extensive commercial and financial ties among Elon Musk's companies ranging from Cybertruck purchases and shared private jets to stock
May 21, 2026
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Japan's factory activity expands at slower pace, cost pressures surge
Japan's manufacturing activity slowed slightly in May, while service sector growth ground to a halt for the first time in over a year, as surging costs linked to the Middle
May 21, 2026
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Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions
Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, beating market expectations, bolstered by resilient global demand despite major supply
May 21, 2026
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How Trump's revenge tour against Republicans could cost the party in November
Sixteen months into his second presidency, Donald Trump may be as unpopular as he's ever been among the American electorate – but his grip
May 21, 2026
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Bessent says high bond yields, energy prices are 'transient,' will ease as Iran war ends
The Iran war energy shock, growing inflation concerns and fading interest rate-cut hopes may have bond investors and central bankers on edge but U.S.
May 21, 2026
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IMF wraps up talks with Pakistan authorities on reforms, budget
The International Monetary Fund mission concluded talks with Pakistani authorities on Wednesday, focusing on economic developments, fiscal plans for the next financial year, and
May 21, 2026
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Anthropic nears first quarterly profit, agrees to pay SpaceX $1.25 billion monthly for computing power
Anthropic is closing in on its first quarterly operating profit, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters, as its sales eclipse the enormous costs to develop
May 21, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Pentagon official's Beijing visit in doubt over $14 billion US arms package for Taiwan, FT reports
Beijing is holding up a proposed visit by the Pentagon's under-secretary of defence for policy, Elbridge Colby, as China pressures U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Japan exports rise 14.8% year/year in April
Japanese exports rose 14.8% year-on-year in April, up for an eighth straight month, data from the Ministry of Finance showed on Thursday.
May 21, 2026
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Australian regulator flags rising global private credit risks, steps up oversight
Australia's financial regulator warned on Thursday that domestic private credit institutions are exposed to risks linked to global market developments and will require closer
May 21, 2026
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Iran war injects fresh urgency into Modi’s ‘Wed in India’ campaign
Iran war injects fresh urgency into Modi’s ‘Wed in India’ campaign
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering
Elon Musk announced plans Wednesday for one of the biggest sales of stock to the public ever for his space company that is currently losing billions of dollars year
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX IPO filing lays bare losses and Musk control as it stakes future on AI
SpaceX took the wraps off its IPO filing on Wednesday, laying bare for investors just how much Elon Musk is losing on artificial intelligence while
May 21, 2026
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'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
Since President Donald Trump's administration announced the creation of a $1.776 billion fund for Americans deemed to be victims of political "
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX IPO filing brings Musk's interplanetary ambitions to Wall Street
As Elon Musk's SpaceX races toward what could be the largest IPO in history, its filing delivers a rare mix of hard financial data and bold
May 21, 2026
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Instant View: SpaceX files long awaited IPO, creating a fresh AI play
Elon Musk's rocket and satellite maker SpaceX filed on Wednesday for its widely awaited initial public offering, which stands to raise the most ever in an initial
May 21, 2026
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Nvidia bets on new data center chips for growth as sales outlook tops estimates
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May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology
AT&T sues California in bid to stop offering traditional phone service
AT&T on Wednesday filed suit against California officials seeking a court order declaring it does not have to continue offering traditional copper
May 21, 2026
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Brazil's government close to finalizing proposal on farmers' debt renegotiation
Brazil's government is expected to finalize in the coming days a proposal for the renegotiation of debt in the agribusiness sector, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said on
May 21, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US
Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough
Opponents of President Donald Trump's sweeping legal settlement with the U.S.
May 21, 2026
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One in three Japan firms using or considering AI robots: Reuters poll
One-third of Japanese companies are already using or considering deploying AI-powered robots, with automakers and other transportation equipment
May 21, 2026
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SpaceX files for long-awaited public stock offering that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX files for long-awaited public stock offering that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
May 21, 2026
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House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening
A House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors
May 21, 2026
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One GOP congressman is vowing to end Trump’s $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies
One GOP congressman is vowing to end Trump’s $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies
May 21, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology
Elf Beauty forecasts weak year, flags up to $20 million hit from Iran war
Elf Beauty on Wednesday forecast annual sales and profit below analysts' expectations, and said surging oil prices tied to the Iran war could
May 21, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
US charges Raúl Castro with murder as Trump escalates pressure on Cuba
The United States announced murder charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro on Wednesday, a major escalation in
May 20, 2026
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NextEra to buy Quantum-backed energy firm Caliber, set up US shale JV, sources say
NextEra Energy has agreed to buy U.S. oil and gas investment firm Caliber Resource Partners for $1.3 billion and has separately set up a joint venture with
May 21, 2026
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Trump nominee vows to press Seoul on its $350 billion pledge
President Donald Trump's nominee to be the U.S. ambassador to South Korea vowed on Wednesday to press South Korea to learn where
May 21, 2026
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Fed proposes limited payment accounts for fintechs, others
The U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Trading Day: Lift off for stocks and bonds
Stocks rallied while oil and bond yields tumbled on Wednesday, on growing hopes that a U.S.-Iran peace deal could be imminent, and shares in
May 21, 2026
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Trump says willing to wait for a few days to get 'right answer' on Iran peace deal
U.S.
May 20, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Bolivia plans cabinet shakeup amid protests, dismisses Colombian ambassador
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday said that he would reshuffle his cabinet in response to weeks of nationwide protests over austerity measures , while his
May 20, 2026
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Intuit trims annual TurboTax revenue forecast, to cut 17% of workforce
Intuit lowered annual revenue forecast for its tax-filing software, TurboTax, on Wednesday and said it would cut 17% of its full-time workforce, sending its shares down 14% after
May 21, 2026
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World
US removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from sanctions list
The United States has removed Francesca Albanese, a U.N. expert on the Palestinian territories, from its list of sanctioned individuals, according to the U.S.
May 21, 2026
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Bond yields, oil fall amid hopes for Iran deal; stocks end up with chip shares
U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Nvidia Q1 results surpass Wall Street expectations thanks to massive AI chip demand
Artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvidia’s quarterly results blew past Wall Street’s expectations once again, fueled by massive demand for its high-end AI chips
May 21, 2026
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Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS deal
President Donald Trump's legal team has reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him, his family and associates
May 21, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US
The Latest: US indicts former Cuban President Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of planes
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday charged former Cuban President Raúl Castro with ordering the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes operated by Miami-based exiles, a major escalation of pressure by the Trump administration on the socialist government
May 20, 2026
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US stocks rally after pressure eases from the bond market and oil prices fall
The U.S. stock market bounced back after pressure eased on Wall Street from the bond market and oil prices gave back some of their big gains
May 20, 2026
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As CFP barrels toward 24 teams, the questions remain: Who's paying for this, and how much?
The Big Ten is pushing to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, but the question is who will televise it
May 21, 2026
Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Technology
Chud the Builder shows how fast and easy it is to become notorious
Chud the Builder shows how fast and easy it is to become notorious
May 21, 2026
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Iran seeking mechanism with Oman over Hormuz, foreign ministry spokesperson says
Iran is seeking to establish a mechanism with Oman to ensure sustainable security in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei told state TV
May 20, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
US Democrats push to rein in Trump on Cuba as White House steps up pressure
A group of Democratic U.S. senators introduced a resolution to stop President Donald Trump from using the military against Cuba on Wednesday, as his
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|World
Who is Raul Castro, the Cuban leader facing a US indictment?
Former Cuban President Raul Castro, the 94-year-old brother of revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, has been indicted by the United States in connection with Cuba's deadly 1996
May 16, 2026
Business|Economy|Food|World
Brazil to export record coffee volume, El Nino in focus, trading firm says
Brazil will export a record volume of coffee in the new crop year that starts in July because of likely all-time-high coffee production, an
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng to depart end June
Business Insider CEO Barbara Peng will leave the media company by the end of next month to pursue new opportunities created by technological change, she said on Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|World
Harvard faculty take aim at grade inflation by capping 'A' grades for students
Harvard University faculty have imposed a limit on the number of "A" grades that can be given to undergraduate students in an effort to end a growing trend of grade inflation at the
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Food
PepsiCo to raise prices on small chip bags, Bloomberg reports
PepsiCo is preparing to raise prices on some of its smaller bags of chips due to higher expenses in the U.S., Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday.
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
Wall St climbs 1% with chip stocks rallying before Nvidia results
Wall Street's main indexes rallied more than 1% on Wednesday, bouncing back from a three-day selloff with a boost in sentiment from technology and
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom
Republican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy
Cargill locks out 1,700 workers at US beef plant in labor dispute
Cargill stopped paying about 1,700 employees at a beef plant in Fort Morgan, Colorado, on Wednesday in an escalating labor dispute, after suspending cattle
May 21, 2026
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Fed minutes show more policymakers open to a rate hike
Federal Reserve officials' concerns about inflation being stoked by the Iran war intensified last month, with a growing number open to the possibility that
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World
US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade
The U.S. military says it boarded an Iranian-flagged commercial oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was suspected of trying to violate the American blockade
May 20, 2026
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When a president settles his own lawsuit to create a fund for allies, fundamental questions about justice arise
Donald Trump’s suit against the IRS and the settlement creating a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund to compensate his allies raise important moral and constitutional issues.
May 21, 2026
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House passes housing affordability bill that softens institutional investor ban
House passes housing affordability bill that softens institutional investor ban
May 21, 2026
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US
‘Looked like the devil had come to town’: Meade County woman loses family home in wildfires
‘Looked like the devil had come to town’: Meade County woman loses family home in wildfires
May 21, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US
Lincoln International valued at $2.3 billion as shares jump in NYSE debut
Lincoln International notched a $2.3 billion valuation after shares gained 12.6% in their New York debut on Wednesday as investors snapped up a rare
May 20, 2026
Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Germany seeks to make defence procurement agency more agile
Germany is reorganizing its defence procurement agency to make the system more flexible and responsive, the defence ministry said on Wednesday as it moves ahead with the
May 20, 2026
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EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of a trade deal
May 19, 2026
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USTR welcomes EU progress on trade deal, says Brussels must also address non-tariff barriers
The U.S.
May 20, 2026
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OpenAI aiming for speedy IPO, source says, as market awaits SpaceX filing
OpenAI is preparing to confidentially file for a U.S. initial public offering in the coming weeks, a source familiar with the matter said on
May 20, 2026
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Trump: may have to hit Iran harder - or maybe not
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States may have to attack Iran even harder but will wait and see if a deal is reached, reprising
May 20, 2026
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World
Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot are suing to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Political
IRS barred from investigating Trump or his family for past tax issues, as part of controversial lawsuit agreement
The Internal Revenue Service cannot ever bring claims against President Donald Trump, his family or businesses for past tax issues under the additional terms published Tuesday in the agreement the Justice Department reached with Trump to resolve his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS for the disclosure of his tax returns.
May 20, 2026
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Sherritt agrees to sell stake in Cuba mining business to company linked to former Trump adviser
Canadian miner Sherritt International Corp. has signed a non-binding agreement with Gillon Capital LLC
May 20, 2026
Asia|Economy|Europe|World
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
China’s Xi gives Putin a red-carpet welcome – and makes a veiled jab at the US
May 20, 2026
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Barney Frank, a liberal congressman and trailblazer for gay rights, dies. He was 86
Barney Frank has died
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|World
This summer could be the worst on record for teen hiring. Tell us your experience
This summer could be the worst on record for teen hiring. Tell us your experience
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World
Google rejects UK union recognition but offers talks via conciliation body
Google said it had rejected a request from two British unions for voluntary recognition but would negotiate with them via a state-backed conciliation service,
May 20, 2026
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US offers new relationship to Cuba in Rubio message
U.S.
May 20, 2026
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ECB June rate hike case is nearly sealed but July is fully open, sources say
The case for a European Central Bank rate hike in June is nearly sealed but the bank is likely to be noncommittal about any further
May 20, 2026
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Volkswagen is not in talks with Chinese, CEO says in bid to calm workers
Germany's Volkswagen is not currently in talks with Chinese manufacturers regarding overcapacity at its car plants in Europe, although the problem does have
May 20, 2026
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World
France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit
May 20, 2026
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Samsung union suspends planned strike after reaching tentative pay deal
Samsung Electronics' union said it would suspend a strike shortly before it was set to begin on Thursday after it
May 20, 2026
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Airbus informs some customers of further A350 delays, sources say
Airbus has informed some customers of further delays to A350 deliveries later this decade, raising fresh concerns over shipments from a U.S. parts factory
May 20, 2026
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Thousands of Chicago-area home listings just went dark on Zillow. Here’s why
Thousands of Chicago-area home listings just went dark on Zillow. Here’s why
May 20, 2026
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Lowe's sticks to forecasts amid muted US housing market, flags cost pressures
Lowe's on Wednesday joined larger rival Home Depot in signaling a squeeze from the subdued U.S. housing market, and said elevated oil prices were fueling
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone
The U.S. dollar retreated from a six-week high on Wednesday on rising hopes that the U.S. is nearing a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology
Amazon.com defeats appeal claiming it aided tariff evasion
A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday rejected a whistleblower's claim that Amazon.com helped foreign fur manufacturers evade tariffs on products sold on
May 20, 2026
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Meta CEO tells employees he does not expect more company-wide layoffs this year
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg told employees in an internal memo on Wednesday that he does not expect more company-wide layoffs this year, according to a copy of
May 20, 2026
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Trump to speak with Taiwan's president in a new challenge for US-China relations
U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Target books strongest sales growth in 4 years with customers buying into refreshed lineup
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported the biggest increase for a widely watched measure of quarterly sales in four years
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
Prime Minister Keir Starmer insists that Britain’s support for Ukraine remains strong, despite the U.K. delaying some new sanctions on Russian oil
May 20, 2026
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S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher as chip stocks gain ahead of Nvidia results
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened higher on Wednesday, lifted by a rebound in chip stocks ahead of Nvidia's quarterly earnings, which investors view as a crucial test of AI demand
May 20, 2026
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US sanctions hit alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl network, including a Chihuahua restaurant
The U.S. is imposing sanctions on over a dozen individuals, a Mexican restaurant, and a security firm linked to the Sinaloa cartel's fentanyl trafficking
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology|World
Intuit to cut 17% of global jobs to streamline operations, memo shows
Intuit is laying off about 17% of its workforce, or about 3,000 employees worldwide, to streamline operations and sharpen focus on its key bets
May 20, 2026
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UK shares rise as softer inflation tempers some rate hike bets
UK shares closed higher on Wednesday after a softer-than-expected April inflation reading tempered some interest-rate-hike bets, while a drop in crude oil prices and stabilizing
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Lambda wins cloud deal with Hudson River Trading to supply access to Nvidia chips
Artificial intelligence cloud computing startup Lambda on Wednesday said it has won a cloud contract with
May 20, 2026
Economy|Health|Political
Barney Frank, liberal icon who regulated a ‘too big’ financial industry, dies at 86
Barney Frank, liberal icon who regulated a ‘too big’ financial industry, dies at 86
May 20, 2026
Economy|Food|Health|Travel|World
Gazans barred from Hajj, animal sacrifice as major Muslim festival nears
In a tent in southern Gaza, Najia Abu Lehia mourns not only her husband but also their failure to make the pilgrimage to Mecca,
May 20, 2026
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Stellantis, JLR to explore jointly developing vehicles in US
Stellantis and Britain's Jaguar Land Rover will consider jointly developing vehicles in the U.S., the French-Italian automaker said on Wednesday.
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Science|Technology
ASML CEO sees tight supply in booming chip market as AI demand soars
The booming global semiconductor market will be "tense" with tight supply for the foreseeable future, the head of chip-making machine giant ASML
May 20, 2026
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Colombian presidential candidate Valencia vows end to 'total peace' policy, will be tougher on security
Colombian presidential candidate Paloma Valencia said she would scrap the government's “total peace” policy and pursue a tougher security strategy
May 20, 2026
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Xi and Putin unite to criticise US, but fail to clinch big gas deal
China and Russia condemned U.S.
May 20, 2026
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Technology|World
Brazil's iFood sues Meituan-backed Keeta over alleged espionage
Brazilian food delivery app iFood, owned by Dutch investment group Prosus, is suing rival Keeta, controlled by Chinese group Meituan, for alleged
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Food
Wendy's names restaurant industry veteran Wright as new CEO
Wendy's on Wednesday named industry veteran Robert Wright as president and chief executive officer, effective May 21, as the restaurant chain battles weak sales and pressure from an
May 20, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology
Hasbro keeps annual forecasts intact despite quarterly results beat
Hasbro on Wednesday reaffirmed its annual forecasts even as it reported first-quarter revenue and profit above estimates amid looming macroeconomic
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance
Bank of England has time to gauge impact of Iran war, Bailey says
A rise in market interest rates since the start of the Iran war has given the Bank of England more time to assess the economic impact
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets
Discount retailer TJX raises annual forecasts as US shoppers hunt for value
TJX Cos raised its annual comparable sales and profit forecasts on Wednesday, banking on resilient demand at its off-price retail stores as budget-conscious consumers increasingly
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology
GameStop increases stake in eBay to more than 6%
GameStop increased its stake in eBay to about 6.6% from around 5%, according to a regulatory filing, the latest step in the
May 20, 2026
Economy|Finance|Political|US
Barney Frank, architect of landmark Wall Street reforms, dies at 86
Former U.S.
May 20, 2026
Asia|Economy|Political|World
Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World
The GOP's YOLO caucus is small but growing. That may spell trouble for Trump's congressional agenda
A small but growing group of Republican lawmakers is showing independence from President Donald Trump
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out 'Happy Birthday America!' rickshaws
In New Delhi, some auto-rickshaws are now displaying images of U_S_ President Donald Trump with the slogan “Happy Birthday America!”
May 20, 2026
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In Iran's capital, weapons demonstrations send a signal at home and abroad as threat of war remains
Weapons are now regularly brandished in Tehran in an increasing show of defiance
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle
Single Gen Z women outpace Gen Z men to homeownership despite overall decline in first-time buyers
Single Gen Z women are outpacing the men of their generation when it comes to buying a home
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment
'Am I out?' Drought and rising costs from Iran war deepen pain for US farmers
Scott Irlbeck crouched in a field of stunted wheat plants in a parched stretch of West Texas and slipped his hand into a crack wide
May 20, 2026
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US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says
The rate on the most popular U.S. home loan rose last week to its highest in seven weeks, as concerns about inflation from higher oil prices and an uncertain outlook for the Iran
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': key points from the Xi-Putin talks
China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hailed progress in their 'comprehensive partnership' and criticised U.S.
May 20, 2026
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Don't fight AI, HSBC CEO tells staff as banks begin job cuts
HSBC appealed to staff not to fight AI on Wednesday, saying it would destroy jobs while creating new ones, as banking rival
May 20, 2026
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Hormuz closure could trigger 'agrifood shock', price crisis within a year, FAO warns
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is the beginning of a "systemic agrifood shock" that could trigger a severe global food price crisis within six to 12 months, the United
May 20, 2026
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Philip Morris names insider Massimo Andolina as CFO
Philip Morris International on Wednesday named insider Massimo Andolina as its chief financial officer, effective August 1, succeeding Emmanuel Babeau.
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|World
China still Germany's top trade partner in first quarter, US close behind
China remained Germany's biggest trading partner in the first quarter of 2026, but only narrowly ahead of the United States as German exports to China fell sharply,
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World
Morgan Stanley asks bankers to carry a separate phone for China trips, source says
Morgan Stanley has asked its Hong Kong-based bankers to carry new mobile devices issued exclusively for business travel to mainland China, as international
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Bank of Israel seen resuming rate reductions next week with 25 bps cut - Reuters poll
The Bank of Israel is expected to resume interest rate cuts next week after a brief pause, due to stable inflation, a strong shekel and a ceasefire with Iran that has
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Technology
Chipmaker Analog Devices forecasts third-quarter revenue above estimates amid AI boom
Chipmaker Analog Devices forecast third-quarter revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, a sign of growing demand for its power-management semiconductors and sensor
May 20, 2026
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Six tax tips you should start thinking about now
Simple questions to ask year-round that can help you keep more of what you earn
May 20, 2026
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George Soros’ foundations pledge $300M for US democracy amid attacks on nonprofits
George Soros’ Open Society Foundations pledged $300 million Wednesday to initiatives it says will defend democratic rights and advance economic security in the U.S. over the next five years
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Food|Science
Kansas farmers pulled by weather extremes and growing costs, wheat crop could be worst since 1972
Amid a punishing drought, tariffs and the high cost of fertilizers, farming wheat has become more uncertain as farmers in western Kansas are feeling the impact in their major wheat producing region
May 20, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|World
Memorial Day sticker shock: Gas prices near all-time highs
Memorial Day sticker shock: Gas prices near all-time highs
May 20, 2026
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Target’s comeback strategy is working
Target’s comeback strategy is working
May 20, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Singapore in talks with tech firms about adding 'nutrition labels' to AI products, minister says
Singapore is in talks with technology companies about attaching "nutrition labels" to AI products, designating their intended uses and limitations, a senior minister said
May 20, 2026
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StanChart CEO seeks to reassure staff over 'lower value human capital' comment
Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters sought to assuage staff concerns on Wednesday, a day after saying that the bank will cut thousands of jobs over the next
May 20, 2026
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European shares end near two-week highs on defence, tech boost
European shares finished near two-week highs on Wednesday, aided by defence and technology stocks, as investors awaited a critical earnings
May 20, 2026
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Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after
May 20, 2026
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Supreme Court rulings loom in four major Trump-related cases
President Donald Trump was incensed on February 20 when the U.S.
May 20, 2026
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AI financing fueling a surge in U.S. convertible bond sales
Corporate America is tapping the convertible bond market at a record pace as companies linked to artificial intelligence drive a surge in demand for debt
May 20, 2026
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Indonesia unveils plan to centralise control of commodity exports
Indonesia unveiled a sweeping plan on Wednesday to centralise exports of key commodities such as palm oil and coal,
May 20, 2026
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Samsung's union puts off strike after reaching last-minute wage deal with management
Samsung Electronics’ labor union says it’ll hold off a planned strike and put a tentative wage deal with management to a vote
May 20, 2026
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Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct
Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, particularly in Gaza
May 20, 2026
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Taiwan's Lai says he'd tell Trump he hopes to continue arms purchases from US, if given a chance
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te says that if given the chance he would tell U.S. President Donald Trump he hopes to continue U.S. arms purchases that are essential for peace
May 20, 2026
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How to recession-proof your life
How to recession-proof your life
May 20, 2026
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China confirms Boeing purchases and other trade terms from Trump’s visit
China confirms Boeing purchases and other trade terms from Trump’s visit
May 20, 2026
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Where Trump stands with Republicans nationally, according to the latest AP-NORC poll
A new poll finds that Republicans are unhappier with President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy than they were a few months ago, but they’re largely continuing to stand behind him as the war with Iran continues
May 20, 2026
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Sberbank seeks Chinese chips to power Russia's GigaChat AI model
Russia hopes to power its flagship GigaChat AI model with Chinese-made chips, Sberbank's CEO said during President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, as Western sanctions
May 20, 2026
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No major breakthroughs in Trump-Xi summit, UN chief says
A meeting between the leaders of the world's two biggest economies last week may have lowered tensions but achieved no breakthrough, the UN's Secretary-General said on
May 20, 2026
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China says rare earth controls lawful, will cooperate with US on 'reasonable' concerns
China will work with the U.S. on "reasonable" concerns regarding its rare earth export controls, the Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday, in a statement
May 20, 2026
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South Korea weighs emergency step to blunt blow from Samsung strike
Samsung Electronics' labour union plans to embark on a massive 18-day strike on Thursday after bonus payment talks with management collapsed and attention is now
May 20, 2026
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US Homeland Security says it assisted Spain in probe of former PM Zapatero
The United States' Department of Homeland Security assisted Spanish police in a money-laundering probe that led to an investigation by Spain's High Court of
May 20, 2026
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Indonesia unveils ambitious targets, tightens commodities grip in pursuit of 'magnificent prosperity'
Indonesia's president unveiled ambitious economic targets for 2027 on Wednesday and a plan to boost revenue with state control of top
May 20, 2026
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Bulgaria wants U.S. to allow visa-free travel for its nationals, says PM
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev on Wednesday said he spoke to U.S.
May 20, 2026
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As Merz struggles, Germany's far-right AfD goes local to woo voters
As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz struggles to halt a relentless slide in approval ratings, Ulrich Siegmund,
May 20, 2026
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Foreign selling in Asian equities rises as bond yields climb
Foreign selling in Asian equities has accelerated so far in May as investors turn cautious over the impact of war-driven inflation and higher borrowing costs on corporate margins
May 20, 2026
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Tech leaders favoured by hedge funds last month, Hazeltree says
Hedge funds stuck to their holdings in companies with strong fundamentals in April, particularly technology and semiconductor stocks, according to a report on Wednesday from
May 20, 2026
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Indonesia central bank delivers hefty interest rate rise as it looks to stem battered rupiah's fall
Indonesia's central bank raised its policy interest rates by a larger-than-expected 50 basis points at a policy review on Wednesday, as
May 20, 2026
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As stocks slump, cue Nvidia
(Corrects paragraph 10 to say BoE kept interest rates on hold at its last meeting) A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Kevin Buckland As if markets haven't been volatile enough
May 20, 2026
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Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine; Kyiv drones strike central Russia
Two people were killed and 19 injured in Russia attacks on Ukraine overnight, local officials said on Wednesday, while Ukraine sent drones to strike
May 20, 2026
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China's Chery hopes to enter US market at 'suitable' time
China's largest car exporter, Chery, is considering entering the U.S. market at a suitable time, an executive overseeing its international business said on Wednesday,
May 20, 2026
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China again flags tariff cuts for US agricultural trade after Trump-Xi meeting, but still no details
China and the U.S. have agreed to cut tariffs on agricultural trade as part of a broader trade deal, the Ministry of Commerce
May 20, 2026
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UK inflation dips in only temporary relief from Iran war impact
British inflation cooled by more than expected in April but the slowdown did little to mask a tough outlook for households, with global costs
May 20, 2026
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Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US
Fed up with bad behavior, Thailand reduces visa-free length for over 90 countries, including the US
May 20, 2026
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China says it will buy 200 Boeing jets, seek extension of US trade truce
China on Wednesday said it will buy 200 Boeing jets and seek an extension of a trade truce struck with the U.S. that is set to expire this
May 20, 2026
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Alibaba unveils new AI chip in push for domestic alternatives
Alibaba Group on Wednesday unveiled a new AI chip, the Zhenwu M890, as the Chinese technology giant intensifies efforts to build domestic alternatives to Nvidia
May 20, 2026
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Singapore urges financial firms to use AI to create better jobs
Singapore's banks and financial firms should use artificial intelligence to create better jobs and train workers for higher-value roles, not just cut
May 20, 2026
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JPMorgan's digital retail bank in Germany open for business
JPMorgan said that it was officially opening its Chase digital retail bank in Germany on Wednesday, with customers now able to download an app and its website going live.
May 20, 2026
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Chile's Kast names new security minister in cabinet shuffle
Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast on Tuesday replaced the people who held two key roles in his government, naming Martin Arrau as security minister and Claudio Alvarado
May 20, 2026
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Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices
Demand for electric vehicles in Europe has surged as high fuel prices linked to the Iran war propel sales of
May 20, 2026
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The AI bots are coming and the young are booing, not applauding
The AI revolution is here and the boos are getting louder.
May 20, 2026
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HSBC CEO says AI will destroy and create new jobs, urges staff to embrace change
HSBC Chief Executive Georges Elhedery said on Wednesday AI would destroy and create certain jobs in the financial industry, and the bank was retraining its
May 20, 2026
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Trump ousts Massie, and other takeaways from Tuesday’s primary elections
Trump ousts Massie, and other takeaways from Tuesday’s primary elections
May 20, 2026
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Russia considers joint projects with US and China, media quote Putin's envoy
Russia is considering the possibility of joint projects with the United States and China, Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Russia's sovereign wealth fund
May 20, 2026
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US pursuing second criminal investigation into Maduro, sources say
The U.S. is pursuing a second criminal investigation into ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, raising the possibility that he
May 20, 2026
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US charges three Malaysian state telecoms officials for multimillion-dollar fraud
The United States has charged three senior employees of Telekom Malaysia (TM) for allegedly misappropriating over $20 million from the Malaysian state
May 20, 2026
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EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike
The European Union struck a provisional agreement on Wednesday on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods, a key part of the trade deal
May 20, 2026
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Australia's tax changes will re-wire investors to chase income
Australia's planned tax overhaul is set to reshape the market's investment landscape, with high-dividend blue chips poised to benefit at the expense of
May 20, 2026
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OpenAI to open its first applied AI lab outside of U.S. in Singapore
OpenAI will open its first applied AI lab outside of the U.S. in Singapore, the city-state's Ministry of Digital Development and Information said on Wednesday.
May 20, 2026
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The Latest: Gallrein defeats Massie in Kentucky, furthering Trump’s hold on GOP
Primary elections have been held in Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania
May 20, 2026
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US regulator sues to block Minnesota's first-in-nation ban on prediction markets
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May 19, 2026
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Non-citizens face more scrutiny on bank activities after Trump order
Non-citizens in the U.S. will face greater scrutiny on their banking activities following an executive order by President Donald Trump on Tuesday,
May 20, 2026
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Trump tells Fed to consider fintech access to payment accounts
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May 20, 2026
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New settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues
New settlement term bars IRS from investigating Trump, his family for past tax issues
May 20, 2026
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US nuclear power pact with Saudi Arabia lacks strict guardrails, letter says
A proposed U.S. pact with Saudi Arabia on its development of nuclear power lacks the strictest guardrails that Democratic lawmakers had urged,
May 20, 2026
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UN lowers forecast for global economic growth in 2026 over Mideast energy crisis
The United Nations has lowered its forecast for global economic growth and raised the prospects for inflation in response to Middle East crises and rising oil prices
May 20, 2026
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Vance takes his fight against fraud to red Ohio, muddying waters for GOP's Vivek Ramaswamy
Vice President JD Vance’s decision to extend his fight against Medicaid fraud beyond Democratic states to his red home state of Ohio has set off a scramble among the state’s Republicans — including his close ally Vivek Ramaswamy, the party’s nominee for governor
May 20, 2026
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Trump discloses thousands of stock trades, some in companies directly influenced by his policies
Recent presidents have stayed away from trading stocks in companies whose fortunes they could lift or scuttle with the stroke of a pen
May 20, 2026
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US missionary who contracted Ebola is on his way to Germany, CDC says
A U.S. citizen who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where an outbreak of a rare strain of the virus
May 19, 2026
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Analog Devices to buy Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 billion to boost AI power portfolio
U.S. chipmaker Analog Devices said on Tuesday it would acquire Empower Semiconductor for about $1.5 billion in cash, expanding its AI-focused power management portfolio.
May 20, 2026
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US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement
The U.S. government has agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document that is part of a deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns
May 20, 2026
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Busiest US commuter rail system resumes operations as deal reached to end strike
Trains are rolling again on the Long Island Rail Road after a deal was reached to end a strike that had shut down the busiest commuter rail system in the country
May 19, 2026
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NFL owners approve playing up to 10 international games beyond 2026 season
The NFL will be playing more games overseas
May 19, 2026
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Cook County Sheriff's Office finds $1.5 million worth of laptops in stolen trailer
Cook County Sheriff's Office finds $1.5 million worth of laptops in stolen trailer
May 20, 2026
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US stocks fall further from their records after bond markets crank up the pressure
The U.S. stock market gave back more of its record-setting rally
May 19, 2026
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Here's why a large number of gas stations have closed in Bay Area
Here's why a large number of gas stations have closed in Bay Area
May 20, 2026
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Residents come together to fundraise for understaffed fire district
Residents come together to fundraise for understaffed fire district
May 20, 2026
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Brazil launches $6 billion subsidized credit line for ride-hailing drivers, taxi operators
Brazil's government on Tuesday unveiled a program offering up to 30 billion reais ($5.95 billion) in subsidized credit for ride-hailing drivers and taxi operators to
May 20, 2026
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Italy and India set to upgrade ties during Modi's visit to Rome
Italy and India will seek to reinforce diplomatic and trade ties during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Rome by elevating their relationship to that
May 19, 2026
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Homeowner shares fears after tree crashes onto property during high winds
Homeowner shares fears after tree crashes onto property during high winds
May 20, 2026
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Google announces slew of AI advances, including a personal AI assistant coming soon
Google is introducing a range of new AI tools, including an AI assistant called Gemini Spark, which proactively performs tasks for users
May 20, 2026
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The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal
The U.S. government agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump as part of a settlement deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns
May 19, 2026
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Democratic-led states challenge the Trump administration's new caps on federal student loans
A coalition of Democratic-led states is challenging the Trump administration’s recent caps on federal student loans, arguing the limits will make it harder for students pursuing certain healthcare degrees to attain the necessary training and education
May 20, 2026
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Graduates are booing pep talks on AI at college commencements
Artificial intelligence has become an unwelcome topic at college commencements
May 19, 2026
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NTSB probes why a UPS jet lost an engine and crashed on takeoff
NTSB probes why a UPS jet lost an engine and crashed on takeoff
May 19, 2026
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Appeals court judges appear to be divided over Pentagon's legal dispute with AI company Anthropic
A panel of appellate judges appears to be divided over a legal dispute between the Pentagon and Anthropic
May 19, 2026
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Takeaways from Todd Blanche’s Senate testimony: Weaponization fund, Epstein probes and Trump prosecutions dominate
Takeaways from Todd Blanche’s Senate testimony: Weaponization fund, Epstein probes and Trump prosecutions dominate
May 20, 2026
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30-year US Treasury yield hits highest level in 19 years
30-year US Treasury yield hits highest level in 19 years
May 19, 2026
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Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties as Xi also seeks stable US relations after Trump summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in China for meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping
May 19, 2026
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IIF cuts South Africa 2026 growth forecast as Middle East conflict bites
By Colleen Goko JOHANNESBURG, May 19 - South Africa's improving economic outlook has been clouded by the Middle East conflict, which is pushing up energy costs and complicating monetary policy, the
May 19, 2026
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Affordable Care Act enrollment projected to plunge by 5 million as costs spike, analysis shows
Nationwide enrollment in the Affordable Care Act marketplace could drop by nearly 5 million people this year
May 19, 2026
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Xi’s double act: Putin arrives in China days after Trump’s departure
Xi’s double act: Putin arrives in China days after Trump’s departure
May 19, 2026
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The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again
The bond market is making noise again
May 19, 2026
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Epic Games' 'Fortnite' returns to App Stores worldwide
Epic Games said on Tuesday its popular shooter title "Fortnite" has returned to global App Stores, as the videogame maker signaled confidence in a favorable outcome from an ongoing
May 19, 2026
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S&P 500 and Nasdaq open lower as chip stocks drag, inflation fears persist
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Tuesday, pressured by a selloff in heavyweight chip stocks and lingering inflation concerns as Treasury yields continued to rise.
May 19, 2026
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Canada's inflation rate accelerates to 2.8% as Iran war pushes up gasoline prices
Canada's annual inflation rate accelerated to 2.8% in April from 2.4% in March, driven largely by a surge in gasoline prices after the Iran war pushed
May 19, 2026
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Home Depot flags choppy demand for large remodels as housing affordability bites
Home Depot said on Tuesday Americans were scaling back large remodeling projects as they grapple with mounting macroeconomic uncertainty and a subdued housing
May 19, 2026
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US imposes fresh sanctions on Iranian exchange house, shadow fleet vessels
The Trump administration on Tuesday imposed sanctions on an Iranian foreign currency exchange house and what it said were front companies overseeing transactions on
May 19, 2026
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Self-censorship, more stress, tougher recruiting – we asked US researchers how the Trump administration’s science policies have affected them
What do US researchers make of all the Trump administration science-related policy changes? A survey of 280 academic scientists asked them.
May 19, 2026
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New SNAP rules requiring that benefits be used at stores selling healthier food could backfire
Many convenience stores, corner markets, bodegas and other small stores will have to make changes if they want to continue to accept SNAP benefits.
May 19, 2026
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SpaceX's upgraded Starship V3 ready for debut launch ahead of IPO
SpaceX is poised this week to conduct the 12th uncrewed test flight of its next-generation Starship rocket, the first of a newly
May 19, 2026
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Video and satellite photos show Iran war oil spill on Persian Gulf island
A mysterious attack on an Iranian oil refinery during the Iran war caused an oil spill that affected a nearby Persian Gulf island that’s a protected breeding ground for wildlife
May 19, 2026