US FCC plans tighter rules that will help US firms in undersea internet cable market
Man convicted in Jan. 6 riot at US Capitol has a job at the Pentagon
SpaceX wins Texas tax breaks for chip project, ahead of record IPO
Rubio says China cannot erase memories of Tiananmen Square crackdown
All EU members greenlight first step in accession talks, Ukraine PM says
Glazer family members studying Manchester United stake sale, Bloomberg News reports
Looking for NBA Finals seats? The Knicks are making 2 in celebrity row available in an auction
Whither ‘60 Minutes’? As turmoil unspools in public, CBS News show’s ultimate health is debated
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Global smartphone market faces record annual decline as chip crunch worsens
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China expands curbs on foreign deals, tech transfer after Meta-Manus block
China issued sweeping new rules on Monday tightening control of overseas deals that involve Chinese investors, technology, data and national security, a
June 01, 2026
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Judge says Trump can’t add his name to Kennedy Center and blocks planned closure
Judge says Trump can’t add his name to Kennedy Center and blocks planned closure
May 30, 2026
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Air New Zealand's bunk beds take flight
Air New Zealand is hoping to revolutionize sleep comfort on long-haul flights by introducing bunk beds to economy. CNN's Lilit Marcus reports.
May 30, 2026
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US judge orders review of Trump's IRS lawsuit settlement
A U.S. judge in Florida said she will review a deal between the Justice
May 30, 2026
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Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse
Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse
May 30, 2026
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US says it struck a commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
The U.S. military says it stopped another commercial vessel trying to break through the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports
May 30, 2026
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Laos cave rescue ends unexpectedly after villagers free themselves
Laos cave rescue ends unexpectedly after villagers free themselves
May 30, 2026
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Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest
Turkey's ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel showed he can still command strong support on Saturday, drawing a crowd of thousands in Ankara despite a court
May 30, 2026
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Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist
Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist
May 30, 2026
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First Windows PC powered by Nvidia chips to debut next week, Axios reports
AI chip firm Nvidia and Microsoft are expected next week to debut the first Windows PCs that use Nvidia's chips as the main processor, Axios reported on Saturday, citing sources.
May 30, 2026
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India says signed BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam
India has signed a deal with Vietnam under which it will supply BrahMos missiles which it has jointly developed with Russia, and is in "final stages" for a similar deal
May 30, 2026
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What to watch for in the US-Iran memo to end the war
What to watch for in the US-Iran memo to end the war
May 30, 2026
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Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes
Ukrainian drone strikes have caused fires at Russian oil facilities, according to Russian officials
May 30, 2026
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Canada's broader citizenship rules draw strong American interest, data shows
While U.S.-Canadian relations have frayed under U.S.
May 30, 2026
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Inflation fight again putting central bank independence under strain, policymakers say
Central bank independence is again coming under pressure as policymakers push through unpopular measures to curb surging prices, prompting
May 30, 2026
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Rescuers free 4 men who had been trapped in a flooded Laos cave, search for 2 still missing
Rescue workers in Laos have safely evacuated four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for 10 days
May 30, 2026
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Russia recalls envoy to Armenia over EU ties ahead of vote
Russia said on Saturday it had recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations in protest at its rapprochement with the European Union as a June 7 election nears.
May 30, 2026
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AUKUS to develop unmanned undersea vehicles, delivery set for 2027
The United States, Britain and Australia are working together to develop unmanned undersea vehicles as part of their trilateral AUKUS defence pact, U.S.
May 30, 2026
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Rescuers pull four from flooded cave in Laos, two still missing
Rescuers pulled four people from a flooded cave in Laos on Saturday, Thai volunteer rescuers said, hours after another man was brought out late on Friday.
May 30, 2026
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Will Frontier learn from Spirit’s mistakes? Budget airlines face tough road ahead
Will Frontier learn from Spirit’s mistakes? Budget airlines face tough road ahead
May 30, 2026
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Better China ties can help regional peace, security, Vietnam's top leader says
Strong relations between Vietnam and its giant neighbour and territorial rival China would benefit regional peace and security, although ties with the U.S.
May 30, 2026
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US investigates Vietnam's intellectual property practices
The Trump administration on Friday opened an unfair trade practices investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protection policies and enforcement that may lead to new
May 30, 2026
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Voting starts in Malta parliamentary elections, ruling party set to win
Voting in parliamentary elections opened in Malta on Saturday, with opinion polls showing the ruling Labour Party on course to win a record-breaking fourth term.
May 30, 2026
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How a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill town
A chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Washington state this past week has struck at the heart of a historic mill town
May 30, 2026
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From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprint
China's central bank is making a broad push to increase the use of digital yuan at home and abroad, several industry sources said, setting Beijing on a different - and potentially
May 30, 2026
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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
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May 30, 2026
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US military leader held rare meeting with senior Cuban military officials near US base at Guantanamo Bay
US military leader held rare meeting with senior Cuban military officials near US base at Guantanamo Bay
May 30, 2026
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As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals
For many in Congo and elsewhere in Central and West Africa, there is no shame in craving wild meat, a key part of the culture
May 30, 2026
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Some of the world’s last Maoist rebels are in India. Their decades-long rebellion is in its death throes
Some of the world’s last Maoist rebels are in India. Their decades-long rebellion is in its death throes
May 30, 2026
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Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
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May 29, 2026
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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
U.S.
May 30, 2026
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New Zealand aiming for steady rises in defence spending, minister says
New Zealand is aiming for "smooth and steady" rises in defence expenditure to meet its target of spending 2% of GDP on the military within 8 years, its new
May 29, 2026
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Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say
Russian intelligence agencies have grown more aggressive in their efforts to steal Western technology and defense secrets as sanctions squeeze the country’s wartime economy
May 30, 2026
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Court clears way for Texas to enforce migrant arrest law
A federal appeals court on Friday cleared the way for Texas authorities to enforce key parts of
May 30, 2026
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Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
May 30, 2026
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California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists
California air regulators have updated a key climate program Friday
May 30, 2026
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US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay
The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S.
May 30, 2026
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NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has sent state police to establish designated protest zones and vehicle checkpoints outside an immigration detention center in Newark
May 30, 2026
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Brazil minister says US terrorist designation of local gangs could impact economy
A U.S. decision to designate the two biggest Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist organizations could impact Latin America's largest economy on several fronts, including by
May 30, 2026
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Flesh-eating screwworm found within 31 miles of US border, says USDA
A devastating parasitic fly that eats warm-blooded animals alive and could cause millions of dollars in economic damage to the U.S. economy has been
May 30, 2026
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US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation
The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay
May 30, 2026
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BMO hires UBS banker to lead US M&A team, memo shows
BMO Financial has hired David Descoteaux from UBS to head its U.S.
May 30, 2026
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US, Mexico conclude first round of trade deal talks on autos, metals, security
The U.S. and Mexico trade negotiators on Friday concluded their first bilateral negotiating round to revise the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade, discussing
May 30, 2026
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Yum Brands in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, source says
Yum Brands is in exclusive talks to sell its Pizza Hut chain to private-equity firm LongRange Capital, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.
May 30, 2026
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Lula rejects U.S. terrorist designation of Brazil criminal gangs
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday blasted a U.S. decision to designate two Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist
May 29, 2026
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Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is assessing damage to its Florida launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing
May 29, 2026
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US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars
Stock indexes closed higher on Wall Street, adding to the all-time highs they set a day earlier
May 29, 2026
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SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk
In the latest action to undo Biden-era regulations on climate change, the Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed repealing a rule that requires some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and the risks they face from global warming
May 30, 2026
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US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
The cigarette smoking rate among U.S. adults dropped to another all-time low last year
May 30, 2026
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Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he would be meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday to make a final decision on a deal with Iran.
May 29, 2026
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US
The Trump administration issued a sweeping demand to Mexico to raise the level of regional
May 29, 2026
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Wall Street ends higher, crude prices ease on potential US-Iran truce extension
U.S. stocks followed world shares higher and crude prices retreated on Friday as investors neared the end of a holiday-shortened week with renewed hopes of
May 29, 2026
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Canada might double exports to China, Chinese minister says during rare visit
China's Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday that Canada could surpass its goal of increasing exports to China by 50% by 2030, during a
May 29, 2026
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SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites
The U.S. Space Force said on Friday it has awarded Elon Musk's IPO-bound SpaceX a $4.16 billion deal for a satellite program designed to track and target airborne threats.
May 30, 2026
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IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies
The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organization warned on Friday that the war in the Middle East was straining
May 30, 2026
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Blackstone-backed Liftoff targets $3.7 billion valuation in US IPO
Liftoff Mobile, backed by Blackstone, said on Friday it is targeting a valuation of up to $3.66 billion in its U.S. initial public offering,
May 30, 2026
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Wall Street hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes
Wall Street's main indexes hit record closing highs on Friday and posted weekly and monthly gains as Dell results drove
May 29, 2026
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What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading
Geography may not provide meaningful protection once an outbreak is already underway.
May 30, 2026
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Oil falls on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Oil futures fell more than 2% on Friday, closing out their steepest weekly decline since early April as traders awaited word that the U.S., Israel and Iran
May 29, 2026
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More Fed policymakers eye possible rate hike as inflation risks rise
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May 29, 2026
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White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants
May 29, 2026
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Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture
In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, the president proclaimed “TRUMP’S MAKING FOOD AFFORDABLE,” and cited falling prices for a range of groceries, including avocados, fresh berries, and a variety of pantry staples
May 29, 2026
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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze
Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index
May 29, 2026
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Mexican senate approves amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Mexico's Senate on Friday approved a constitutional amendment to include "foreign interference" as a reason to annul elections in the country.
May 29, 2026
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Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights
Major airline, travel and business groups warned that barring border processing at Newark or other major U.S. airports could lead to chaos, strand
May 29, 2026
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Massachusetts sues UnitedHealth insurance unit for alleged Medicaid fraud
Massachusetts sued a UnitedHealth insurance unit on Friday, accusing it of defrauding the state's Medicaid program, MassHealth, out of more than $100 million by
May 29, 2026
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Private credit roundup: paper losses deepen at lenders
A Reuters analysis of first-quarter regulatory filings by private credit lenders showed paper losses deepened, underscoring market concerns this year over the sector's
May 29, 2026
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Coinbase, Kalshi bring regulated perpetual crypto futures to US investors
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase and prediction markets platform Kalshi said on Friday they are introducing perpetual crypto futures, marking the first time such instruments will be
May 29, 2026
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Dollar set for weekly loss amid US-Iran ceasefire deal
The dollar slipped against major currencies on Friday and was headed for a second straight weekly loss after reports that the United States and Iran had
May 29, 2026
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US regulator moves to withdraw judgment against Winklevoss' crypto exchange
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May 28, 2026
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Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts
By Akriti Shah and Neil J Kanatt May 29 - Shares of Gap and American Eagle Outfitters tumbled over 12% on Friday after both retailers issued weak forecasts, signaling deepening pressure on consumer
May 29, 2026
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Dell shares soar 30% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter
Dell's shares surged 30% on Friday, as the PC maker's blockbuster results showed that its growing focus on AI servers was helping it
May 29, 2026
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Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday, after closing at record highs the previous session, with markets awaiting details on reports that the U.S. and Iran had reached a
May 29, 2026
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U.S. equity funds draw weekly inflows as tech rally lifts sentiment
U.S. equity funds drew inflows in the week to May 27 as a rally in AI-linked technology stocks lifted sentiment, though concerns surrounding the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations kept
May 29, 2026
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GM-LG battery company delays return of laid-off workers to Ohio plant
A battery plant partly owned by General Motors is delaying the return of hundreds of workers in northeast Ohio amid continued weak demand for electric cars.
May 29, 2026
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Unrealised losses at US private credit lenders deepen
Unrealised losses at U.S. private credit lenders deepened in the first quarter to their worst level since 2022, while the amount of interest income they
May 29, 2026
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European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms
May 29, 2026
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In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz
When AMD CEO Lisa Su
May 29, 2026
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Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks
Investors will turn to an important labor market update next week as they weigh whether simmering inflation and the potential for interest rate hikes
May 29, 2026
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Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda
Colombians are set to vote on Sunday in what is likely the first round of a presidential election, amid deep polarization between those seeking
May 29, 2026
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German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises
German inflation slowed in May due to lower energy prices, and while core inflation accelerated, analysts said that was likely not evidence that cost
May 29, 2026
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Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May
Inflation in the euro zone's four largest economies hovered above the European Central Bank's 2% target for a third straight month in May, preliminary data showed on
May 29, 2026
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TSX futures rise as US-Iran deal boosts sentiment ahead of GDP data release
Futures tracking Canada's blue-chip stocks rose on Friday as a deal to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire renewed hopes for an end to the Middle East conflict, while investors also
May 29, 2026
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US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations
Prosecutors have placed the Italian branch of U.S. construction giant Caddell Construction under investigation over alleged worker exploitation at the site
May 29, 2026
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European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China
The EU's trade and investment relationship with China is "not sustainable", the European Commission said on Friday, vowing a stronger response as
May 29, 2026
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Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water
Thousands of households in southeast England were left without water or facing low pressure during a record-breaking heatwave
May 29, 2026
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Brazil's economy rebounds in early 2026, clouding rate cut outlook
Brazil's economy rebounded in the first three months of 2026, supported by household consumption and stronger investment, against a backdrop of a tight
May 29, 2026
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Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted more than expected in April as a surge in exports blunted rising imports, but economists cautioned the trend
May 29, 2026
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Global equity funds draw weekly inflows as AI rally boosts sentiment
Global investors returned to equity funds in the week to May 27 after a week of outflows, as a rally in AI-linked stocks revived demand, though caution over U.S.-Iran peace
May 29, 2026
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Colorado voted to end forced prison labor in 2018 – so why are incarcerated people in the state still working for less than $2 an hour?
Many jails and prisons are dependent on incarcerated labor to keep costs low.
May 29, 2026
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Canada enters surprise technical recession amid tariff uncertainty
Canada's economy posted a surprise contraction in the first quarter versus the year before, making it two straight quarters of annualized decline - which
May 29, 2026
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Bessent argues US was 'asleep' on economic security, Trump policies waking it up
U.S.
May 29, 2026
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Fed's Bowman says extended energy shock could drive shift in policy outlook
By Michael S.
May 29, 2026
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Vietnam's To Lam warns of three global crises, sets out solutions
The world is beset with multiple risks and uncertainty that countries must confront squarely, To
May 29, 2026
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Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Washington on Friday for talks with U.S.
May 29, 2026
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When ICE ramped up enforcement, US-born workers didn’t see any economic gains
Contrary to the belief that an immigration crackdown would lead to more jobs for US-born workers, ICE enforcement hasn’t produced economic gains for Americans.
May 29, 2026
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A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing
If signed into law, the legislation would be the first major housing bill to pass in decades.
May 29, 2026
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Bessent: Nothing 'untoward' about Trump's face on a $250 bill
During a White House press briefing, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was pressed by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on the Bureau of Engraving and Printing making plans to potentially print a commemorative $250 bill with an image of President Donald Trump. Bessent said they were preparing in case Congress passed legislation that calls for the Trump bill.
May 29, 2026
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Hungary's PM says he will conclude political deal on EU funds with von der Leyen
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Friday he would conclude a political agreement on the release of frozen European Union funds at a meeting with European
May 29, 2026
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Taiwan's MediaTek says it supports both TSMC and Intel's advanced packaging technologies
Taiwan chip designer MediaTek said on Friday it supports both TSMC's and Intel's advanced packaging technologies, allowing customers to choose between the two
May 29, 2026
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Rule changes may only yield modest Fed balance sheet contraction
By Michael S.
May 29, 2026
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European shares secure monthly gains on Middle East peace hopes
European shares edged higher on Friday, wrapping up the month with gains as investors clung to hopes that a proposed deal to extend a Middle
May 29, 2026
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Nigeria's Tinubu says reforms stabilising economy despite hardship
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Friday his economic reforms stabilised the country and revived investor confidence, despite a steep cost-of-
May 29, 2026
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Japan spent $73 billion in yen-buying intervention, ministry data shows
Japanese authorities spent 11.7 trillion yen ($73.5 billion) intervening in foreign exchange markets over the past month to support the yen, but with only
May 29, 2026
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Nomura seeks US fund management acquisitions as part of global expansion
Japan's Nomura Holdings is looking for acquisition targets for its investment management business in the U.S. to build on last year's $1.8 billion buyout of
May 29, 2026
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Fed's Schmid warns against viewing oil shock as transitory
By Michael S.
May 29, 2026
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Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!
May 29, 2026
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Bank of England's Bailey signals no need to move quickly to curb inflation jump
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Friday that allowing inflation to run above the central bank's 2% target is justified given the uncertainty about the impact of the
May 29, 2026
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Italy first quarter growth revised up as exports shine
Italy's economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter from the previous three months, boosted by strong exports, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, revising up a
May 29, 2026
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Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
May 29, 2026
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How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
May 29, 2026
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Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
May 29, 2026
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Haiti heads to the World Cup, bringing rare unity to a country beset by crisis
Haiti heads to the World Cup, bringing rare unity to a country beset by crisis
May 30, 2026
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Global bonds take wild ride in May as Iran war shocks market
The Iran war rocked global bond markets again in May, sending yields to multi-decade highs as traders priced in central bank rate hikes
May 29, 2026
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OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says
OpenAI has given some Japanese financial institutions access to its GPT-5.5 model to help prevent cyberattacks, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama
May 29, 2026
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ECB will act to head off persistent inflation, Panetta says
The European Central Bank will act in a "timely and measured manner" to prevent the current energy shock from turning into persistent inflation, governing council member Fabio
May 29, 2026
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At Computex, Nvidia and Taiwan's expanding role in AI infrastructure set to take centre stage
At Taiwan's annual Computex trade show next week, the spotlight is likely to be dominated, as usual, by Nvidia and its products, but also by the island's
May 29, 2026
Asia|Economy|World
Why Malaysia's Anwar is considering a snap election
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has said he would consider calling for snap polls if tensions within his ruling alliance got worse.
May 29, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
Indonesia inflation seen picking up to 2.97% in May, April trade surplus shrinking
Indonesia's annual inflation rate likely accelerated in May to 2.97%, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, closer to the upper end of the central bank's target range amid
May 29, 2026
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German unemployment falls unexpectedly in May
The number of unemployed people in Germany fell unexpectedly in May, labour office figures showed on Friday, but the office warned
May 29, 2026
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Ukraine says Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged vessels
Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged merchant vessels late on Thursday and overnight as they sailed along Ukraine's maritime export corridor in the Black Sea, Deputy Prime
May 29, 2026
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Honda recalls nearly 99,000 US vehicles over airbag issues
Honda Motor is recalling 98,892 vehicles in the United States over a defect involving unintentional deployment of air bags, the U.S.
May 29, 2026
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Definitely, maybe
Stop-start efforts by Tehran and Washington to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz dominate the market outlook, while U.S. and euro zone data should shed more
May 29, 2026
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Italy April jobless rate edges down to 5.1%, 123,000 jobs created
Italy's unemployment rate fell slightly to 5.1% in April and a net 123,000 jobs were created during the month, national statistics bureau ISTAT reported on Friday.
May 29, 2026
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Taiwan raises 2026 GDP growth outlook to 16-year high on strong AI demand
Taiwan's tech-driven economy is expected to grow at its fastest pace in 16 years in 2026, the government statistics agency said on Friday,
May 29, 2026
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Italy EU-harmonised CPI jumps to 3.3% y/y in May, slightly above forecast
Italian EU-harmonised consumer prices (HICP) rose by 0.4% in May from the month before, with the annual inflation rate surging to 3.3% from 2.8% in April amid increasing
May 29, 2026
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French inflation at 27-month high of 2.8% in May, but below forecast
French inflation rose in May at the fastest pace in more than two years on surging energy prices, though slightly less than expected, preliminary data from statistics agency INSEE
May 29, 2026
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French economy shrank by 0.1% in first quarter
France's economy shrank slightly in the first quarter, final data from statistics office INSEE showed on Friday, missing the preliminary reading of 0.0% for the euro zone's second-
May 29, 2026
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Iran war impact could 'doubly scar' euro zone consumers, ECB research finds
Euro zone consumers, already scarred by the Ukraine war, have changed their attitudes more quickly as a result of the upheaval of the Iran war, European Central Bank
May 29, 2026
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Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation rises to 3.6% in May
Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate rose to 3.6% in May, from 3.5% in the period through April, preliminary data from the National Statistics Institute (INE)
May 29, 2026
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BOJ may heed calls to pause bond taper next year
Bond market volatility is boosting the case for Japan's central bank to pause the unwinding of its massive debt holdings next fiscal year, which would give
May 29, 2026
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Yen back in danger zone as Tokyo officials keep investors on edge
As Japan's yen drifts back to levels that prompted official intervention a month ago, markets are sizing up Tokyo's remaining financial firepower and
May 29, 2026
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Australia's embattled Liberals tap former PM Abbott as party president, reinforcing rightward shift
Australia's struggling opposition Liberal Party installed former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, a pugnacious social conservative and campaigner against
May 29, 2026
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China's factory activity likely remained flat in May: Reuters poll
China's factory activity likely remained flat in May after expanding for two months, indicating that weak domestic demand and cost pressures stemming from the U.S.-Israeli
May 29, 2026
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Another day, another Iran deal moment
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook A weekend wait looms over markets as sources have told Reuters that the U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement to extend
May 29, 2026
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BHP electrical workers to vote on strike at key Australian iron ore export hub
Hundreds of BHP electrical workers at Port Hedland in Western Australia will vote on a potential strike action, a union said on Friday,
May 29, 2026
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China home prices likely to fall at slower pace this year; seen rising in 2027
China's home prices are expected to fall at a slower pace than forecast in a March survey and edge up in 2027, suggesting the sector remains
May 29, 2026
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Malaysia PM Anwar under pressure amid growing defections from his party
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is under growing pressure from a wave of defections to a new party set up by a former protege, analysts and
May 29, 2026
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With a stalemate in Ukraine and discontent at home, Putin seems ready to escalate his war
President Vladimir Putin is facing a battlefield stalemate in Ukraine and growing war fatigue among Russians and appears ready to change the narrative around the conflict
May 29, 2026
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For the third time this month, a chip giant has joined the $1 trillion club
For the third time this month, a chip giant has joined the $1 trillion club
May 29, 2026
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Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test
A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin has exploded during a test at the launch pad
May 29, 2026
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Electrical workers threaten strike at BHP iron ore port by end of June
Electrical workers at BHP's Port Hedland bulk export port in Western Australia may take strike action by end of the financial year on June 30, a union group said on Friday.
May 29, 2026
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Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds
Billions of dollars worth of gold is still being extracted illegally from Brazil's Amazon rainforest, a study by
May 29, 2026
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Foxconn has immense confidence in growth momentum due to AI, chairman says
Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, has immense confidence in its growth momentum because of soaring AI demand, Chairman
May 29, 2026
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District court denies California parks department bid to stop Sable Offshore pipeline
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May 29, 2026
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Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad in a setback for bid to catch Musk's SpaceX
An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a Florida launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space
May 29, 2026
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Samsung Electronics ships faster HBM4E chip samples to customers; shares jump
Samsung Electronics on Friday said it started shipping samples of its latest high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chip to customers, pulling ahead of rivals in
May 29, 2026
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Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal
President Donald Trump finds himself in a bind as he seeks to end the war against Iran: he is under pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and get
May 29, 2026
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New Zealand central bank governor signals earlier and steeper rate hikes
Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Anna Breman said on Friday interest rates were likely to increase sooner and by more than previously signalled to combat inflation.
May 29, 2026
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New Zealand Labour says budget fails to address rising living costs
New Zealand shadow finance minister Barbara Edmonds said on Friday she backed efforts to return the government's books to surplus, but said Labour would make different
May 29, 2026
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KPMG Australia CEO and audit head quit over whistleblower investigation
Accounting firm KPMG Australia said on Friday its CEO and head of audit had resigned because of shortcomings in the handling of a
May 29, 2026
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Humanoids dance and thread needles as Japanese robotics developers look to outdo Chinese
The Humanoids Summit Tokyo showcases advanced robotics, highlighting China's growing influence
May 28, 2026
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Core inflation in Tokyo stays below BOJ goal, factory output rebounds
Annual core inflation in Japan's capital stayed below the central bank's 2% target for a fourth straight month in May, data showed on Friday, as fuel and
May 29, 2026
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US judge tosses Trump administration's challenge to Boston's 'sanctuary' immigration law
A federal judge threw out a lawsuit that U.S.
May 29, 2026
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The Latest: Iran negotiators agree to extend ceasefire, begin nuclear talks pending Trump approval
U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and start talks on Iran’s nuclear program
May 28, 2026
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Hedgeye launches ETF focusing on index inclusion candidates
Hedgeye Asset Management rolled out a new exchange-traded fund designed to profit from the forced buying on the part of index funds and
May 29, 2026
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US Federal Trade Commission probes rising fertilizer prices
The U.S.
May 29, 2026
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RBNZ MPC member Gourley says rates likely to rise sooner rather than later
New Zealand interest rates are expected to rise "sooner rather than later", Reserve Bank of New Zealand Monetary Policy Committee member Hayley Gourley
May 29, 2026
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UK business sentiment edges up in May, Lloyds says
British business sentiment edged up in May and is now close to its level before the Iran war, according to a monthly survey by Lloyds on Friday which contrasted with most
May 29, 2026
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Chemical tank fatally implodes at a paper and packaging plant in Washington state
At least one person has died, nine people were injured and nine others remain unaccounted for after a large vat of chemical treatment product, including hazardous materials, imploded at a paper and packaging facility in Washington state, fire officials said.
May 28, 2026
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How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations
How a tank rupture disrupted life in a tight-knit Washington town that has lived with pulp mills for generations
May 28, 2026
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MLB owners propose a salary cap for the first time since baseball's 1994-95 strike
Major League Baseball owners made their long-expected salary cap proposal to the players’ association on Thursday, a system the union has vowed never to accept, setting the sides on course for a confrontation that threatens the 2027 season and perhaps beyond
May 29, 2026
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Caesars Entertainment, a Las Vegas Strip icon, is sold for nearly $6 billion
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas’ Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton’s
May 28, 2026
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Costco gas stations draw more frugal Americans as prices bite
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May 29, 2026
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Gap, American Eagle fail to reassure investors on apparel demand; shares fall
Gap cut its annual sales forecast on Thursday and American Eagle Outfitters kept its annual comparable sales view intact, failing to reassure investors as
May 29, 2026
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Trading Day: Stocks sizzle on ceasefire extension
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq forged new record highs on Thursday, and the dollar and Treasury yields fell after the U.S. and Iran agreed to extend
May 29, 2026
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Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval
The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on
May 28, 2026
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Cheniere signs $4.69 billion deal with Bechtel to expand LNG export capacity
Cheniere Energy Partners said on Thursday it signed a contract with Bechtel Corp for engineering, procurement and construction of the first phase of its Sabine Pass LNG expansion
May 28, 2026
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Cuba sees higher risk of US military aggression as talks stall
Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal sees the risk of U.S. military aggression against the island growing as negotiations between the nations
May 29, 2026
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Apollo's president sees continued withdrawals from US private credit funds for the wealthy
Apollo Global Management President Jim Zelter said on Thursday he expects wealthy individuals to keep trying to withdraw their money from some private
May 29, 2026
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Apollo, Blackstone work on $36 billion debt deal for Anthropic, Bloomberg News reports
Apollo Global Management and Blackstone are working to bring in additional investors for about $36 billion debt financing tied to AI startup Anthropic PBC's efforts to expand its AI
May 29, 2026
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Dell lifts forecasts as AI data center buildout fuels demand, shares soar
Dell boosted its annual revenue and profit expectations on Thursday, showing data center expansion by clients is fueling demand for its AI-optimized servers that
May 29, 2026
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North Korea not keen to engage with the US or South Korea, Singapore FM says
North Korea does not seem keen to engage with the United States, South Korea or Japan and is focused on building up its self-reliance and military deterrence,
May 28, 2026
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A quarter still buys a phone call in this small town
A quarter still buys a phone call in this small town
May 29, 2026
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Anthropic vaults to a $965 billion valuation with new funding as Claude demand surges
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic said Thursday it raised $65 billion in private funding that will push its valuation to $965 billion, a whopping number that makes the 5-year-old research laboratory behind the Claude chatbot one of the world’s most valuable startups as it careens toward a likely Wall Street debut
May 29, 2026
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NBA's board of governors passes anti-tanking changes to draft lottery
The NBA has approved sweeping changes to the draft lottery that will strip the teams with the worst records from receiving the best odds of winning the No. 1 pick
May 29, 2026
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Policy shaper Cody Campbell asks college sports leaders to give bipartisan fix-it bill a chance
An architect of the Senate bill that proposes to solve problems engulfing college sports says he heard the criticism right away, along with conversations of breakaway conferences, collective bargaining and ever-spiraling spending
May 29, 2026
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Trump administration pledges $100M in aid for Cuba, but only if Catholic or other faith-based groups distribute it
The timing of the offer was thorny because it coincided with the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro.
May 29, 2026
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US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales, Treasury says
The U.S. said on Thursday it has imposed new sanctions on Iran's military oil trade, even as Washington and Tehran reached a tentative agreement to extend their
May 29, 2026
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New York state budget includes New York City tax on high-end second homes
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed a state budget that includes a progressive surcharge on luxury second homes in New York City, a
May 29, 2026
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Bolivian minister rules out president's resignation despite ongoing unrest
A Bolivian senior minister on Thursday ruled out any possibility of President Rodrigo Paz resigning and told
May 29, 2026
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Bessent says he had breakfast with Fed's Warsh on Thursday
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he had breakfast with new Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh on Thursday.
May 29, 2026
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Kansas farmers face tough wheat season amid drought, rising costs
Kansas farmers face tough wheat season amid drought, rising costs
May 29, 2026
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Chinese online retailer Temu hit with $232 million fine over unsafe toys and electronics
European Union regulators have fined Chinese online retailer Temu for failing to protect consumers from illegal products
May 28, 2026
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AI is changing this job so fast the interview process can’t keep up
AI is changing this job so fast the interview process can’t keep up
May 28, 2026
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America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
America’s pile of emergency oil is shrinking fast
May 28, 2026
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Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda
May 28, 2026
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Italy seizes gold, luxury villas and cash tied to Sicilian Mafia drug-trafficking gains
Italian authorities have seized over $232 million in assets linked to the late mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro’s drug trafficking network
May 28, 2026
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‘I made my own coffee’: BP chair hints cost-cutting push led to his ouster as he hits back at ‘lies’
‘I made my own coffee’: BP chair hints cost-cutting push led to his ouster as he hits back at ‘lies’
May 28, 2026
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Americans are dropping out of Obamacare, especially in Kentucky
More Americans are dropping out or being kicked off Obamacare health insurance for non-payment than in past years, according to data
May 28, 2026
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Hospitality baron Fertitta expands leisure push with $18 billion Caesars buyout
Hospitality billionaire Tilman Fertitta's firm will buy Caesars Entertainment in a $17.6 billion deal, the companies said on Thursday, expanding his leisure
May 28, 2026
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Japan, Philippines to discuss information sharing pact to ease arms exports
Japan and the Philippines said on Thursday they would begin talks on an agreement to share classified information to allow Tokyo to step up transfers of military equipment to
May 28, 2026
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IBM to invest $10 billion for large-scale quantum computer by 2029
IBM said on Thursday it plans to invest more than $10 billion in quantum computing over five years as it aims to build by 2029 the first large-scale quantum computer capable of
May 28, 2026
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Dollar Tree raises annual profit forecast on steady demand, shares jump
Dollar Tree raised its annual profit forecast on Thursday, buoyed by resilient demand for affordable essentials from budget‑conscious consumers and efforts to
May 28, 2026
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Brazil's lower house approves Lula-backed proposal to cut work week
Brazil's lower house approved late on Wednesday a constitutional amendment reducing the workweek, a measure that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hopes to use as a
May 28, 2026
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Best Buy forecasts upbeat sales as AI gadgets boost demand; shares rise
Best Buy on Thursday forecast second-quarter sales above Wall Street estimates after beating quarterly expectations on steady demand for AI-powered smartphones and
May 28, 2026
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Uribe's protege Valencia seeks to become Colombia’s first female president
Right-wing Colombian lawyer and senator Paloma Valencia is running to become her country's first female president in a Sunday presidential contest,
May 28, 2026
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Private equity firm EQT partners with Google Cloud for AI rollout
EQT has partnered with Alphabet's
May 28, 2026
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Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Cepeda pledges to step up economic, social reforms
Leftist Colombian activist and Senator Ivan Cepeda, whose youth was marked by exile and his father's murder at the hands of right-wing paramilitaries, is
May 28, 2026
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CVS brings back coverage for Lilly's obesity drug Zepbound
CVS Health will restore Eli Lilly's weight-loss injection Zepbound to its list of covered drugs and add the drugmaker's newly approved obesity pill, Foundayo, it
May 28, 2026
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Costlier flights, hotels divide US summer travel into haves and have-nots
Rising airfares and hotel rates are making budget-conscious Americans delay or cancel summer trips while wealthy travelers are holding fast to
May 28, 2026
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Three months, and counting
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets It’s now a full three months into the Iran war, and the United States
May 28, 2026
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Inflation challenges US Treasuries' traditional role in portfolios
A selloff in government bonds is testing one of the most basic assumptions in markets: that Treasuries and other high-quality debt will cushion portfolios when
May 28, 2026
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US, Mexico launch formal trade talks, haggle over automotive content rules
U.S. and Mexican negotiators began formal talks to revamp the North American trade deal on Thursday, with Washington demanding stricter
May 28, 2026
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More than half of Asia-Pacific's rich worry about recession, Lombard Odier says
More than half of wealthy individuals in Asia-Pacific consider an economic recession their biggest worry over the next three years, a survey by Lombard Odier found, and
May 28, 2026
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No Chinese subsidies involved in Ceconomy deal, JD.com says
JD.com's acquisition of German retailer Ceconomy will not be financed by Chinese subsidies, the Chinese online retailer said on Thursday after EU antitrust regulators
May 28, 2026
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Hormel Foods tops quarterly estimates on strong demand for protein-rich foods
Skippy peanut butter maker Hormel Foods beat second-quarter sales and profit estimates on Thursday, helped by strong demand for its chicken and turkey products.
May 28, 2026
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France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says
France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs prescribed to severely obese patients from mid-June in a first for a European Union
May 28, 2026
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JD.com's Ceconomy deal involves Chinese subsidies, EU regulators warn
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com's $2.5 billion bid for German electronics retailer Ceconomy may involve Chinese subsidies, European Union competition
May 28, 2026
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IBM commits $5 billion to secure open-source software
IBM said on Thursday it has committed $5 billion to an initiative that will deploy engineers and AI tools to help companies better secure open source software.
May 28, 2026
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Ethiopian leader Abiy's party set to dominate elections despite insecurity
Ethiopians will vote in parliamentary and regional elections on Monday that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate despite significant unrest across much
May 28, 2026
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EU says jet fuel market to get tighter if Hormuz situation does not improve
The market for jet fuel in the European Union could get tighter if the situation in the Strait of Hormuz does not improve within weeks, said the European Commission on
May 28, 2026
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Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans' income and spending power erodes
A key inflation gauge accelerated in April to the highest level in three years, the latest sign that spiking gas prices and higher food costs are squeezing Americans’ finances
May 28, 2026
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Inflation is at a three-year high — and now many Americans are burning through their savings
Inflation is at a three-year high — and now many Americans are burning through their savings
May 28, 2026
Economy|World
US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty
More Americans sought unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war
May 28, 2026
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Carney seeks new US-Canada partnership as world undergoes 'rupture'
By Michael S.
May 28, 2026
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Fed Chair Warsh's preferred inflation measure is cooling. A big pinch of salt is advised
One of new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's favorite inflation measures came in cool again on Thursday, offering evidence for his belief that inflation is
May 28, 2026
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India's Gen Z ‘Cockroach’ party channels youth anger but faces offline hurdles
The largest online expression of dissent against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 12-year rule began with a satirical riposte to
May 29, 2026
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Metro Atlanta short-term rental hosts hopeful for Men's World Cup boom to bookings
Metro Atlanta short-term rental hosts hopeful for Men's World Cup boom to bookings
May 28, 2026
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US first-quarter GDP growth revised lower to 1.6% pace
U.S. economic growth was not a strong as initially thought in the first quarter, and momentum is set to slow this quarter, with the war with Iran stoking inflation and
May 28, 2026
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Brazil economic growth expected to have picked up in Q1 on stronger manufacturing
Brazil's economy is expected to have grown faster in the first quarter against the last three months of 2025 aided by stronger manufacturing activity,
May 28, 2026
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Wall Street ends higher, Brent crude eases on reports of US-Iran truce extension
U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday and European shares pared their losses following reports that the United States and Iran have reached an agreement to
May 28, 2026
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US core capital goods orders fall in April
New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods unexpectedly fell in April after hefty gains in the prior months, but demand remains underpinned by an artificial
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Williams: Productivity shifts hard to spot in real time
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said Thursday it’s hard to spot fundamental shifts in the level of productivity as they are happening.
May 28, 2026
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Poland to finalise $27 billion in military deals under EU SAFE by end-May, PM says
Poland will sign agreements by the end of May to finance military equipment worth 100 billion zlotys ($27.41 billion) under the European Union's SAFE program worth 43.7
May 28, 2026
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Tyson Foods taps board member to succeed veteran King as CEO
U.S. meatpacker Tyson Foods said on Thursday that board member and former Procter & Gamble executive Jeff Schomburger will take over as CEO from
May 28, 2026
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Key US inflation measure posts largest annual increase in three years
U.S. inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices due to the Iran war and cementing economists'
May 28, 2026
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Nebius shares hit two-week high as former OpenAI employee's fund buys stake
Nebius Group's shares climbed 9% on Thursday after a fund run by former OpenAI employee Leopold Aschenbrenner disclosed a stake in the AI infrastructure firm.
May 28, 2026
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US weekly jobless claims increase marginally amid low layoffs
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week amid relatively low layoffs, despite the dragging war with Iran.
May 28, 2026
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From biotech to orbit: Rocket One's AI and space rebrand sends shares flying
Shares of biotech-turned-AI company Rocket One jumped almost 40% on Thursday as the company rebranded to capitalize on hot investment themes, a strategy many
May 28, 2026
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Bulgaria aims to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP, PM Radev says
Bulgaria is keen to respect its commitment to NATO and increase its defence spending to 5% of its gross domestic product, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said on Thursday.
May 28, 2026
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US Treasury rolls out Trump Accounts app nationwide
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
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Russia says US missiles in Japan for drills would threaten Russia
Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday that allowing U.S. missile systems to be deployed on Japanese territory as part of military drills would threaten the security of
May 28, 2026
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ECB's hold decision in April was close call for some, accounts show
The European Central Bank's decision to keep rates unchanged in April was a close call for some policymakers as persistently high inflation made it increasingly hard to
May 28, 2026
Africa|Arts|Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|MidEast|World
Baton Rouge to Melbourne: Iran war and rising prices upend jet fuel trade
From Antwerp to the Seychelles, Baton Rouge to Melbourne, or New York to Namibia, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has upended
May 28, 2026
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Pakistan Foreign Minister Dar to visit Washington on Friday, meet Rubio
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Washington on Friday where he will meet with U.S.
May 28, 2026
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It’s not just high gas prices – inflation is now spreading through the US economy
A key challenge for the Federal Reserve is that higher gas prices are inflationary, but they also reduce households’ spending power and dampen growth.
May 28, 2026
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US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company
US regulator tries to withdraw penalty against Trump donors’ crypto company
May 28, 2026
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Xpeng projects quarterly revenue below estimates on weak EV demand
Electric vehicle maker Xpeng on Thursday forecast second-quarter revenue below market expectations, underscoring a prolonged slowdown in demand and stiff competition in the Chinese
May 28, 2026
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Federal regulator pauses review of Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern's $85 billion merger
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May 28, 2026
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US warns Oman not to engage in facilitating tolls for Strait of Hormuz
The United States warned Oman on Thursday not to get directly or indirectly involved in any effort to impose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will penalize any
May 28, 2026
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Groq raising up to $650 million from existing investors, source says
Groq is raising up to $650 million from existing investors, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Thursday, after the AI chip startup signed a $17 billion licensing deal
May 28, 2026
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US removing 76 names from sanctions blacklist in move meant to strengthen program
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May 28, 2026
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Latvia parliament approves new government after drone dispute topples coalition
NATO and EU member Latvia's parliament on Thursday approved the formation of a new government, making centre-right opposition lawmaker
May 28, 2026
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Wall Street pushes to more records as profits keep piling up for US companies
U.S. stocks pushed to more records as profits keep piling up for companies like Dollar Tree, Snowflake and Hormel Foods
May 28, 2026
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Brazil's central bank will not let higher inflation expectations take hold, says director
Brazil's central bank will not allow higher inflation expectations to translate into actual inflation, monetary policy director Nilton David said on
May 28, 2026
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US new home sales slump in April amid higher mortgage rates, prices
Sales of new U.S. single-family homes fell in April as the boost from better weather faded and mortgage rates remained elevated.
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Musalem says it's risky to bet that AI will ease inflation
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May 28, 2026
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Fed's Williams reiterates rate policy is in right place given outlook
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May 28, 2026
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Sri Lanka monetary stance appropriate, 3% growth target within reach, IMF says
Sri Lanka's monetary stance is broadly appropriate, and the country still has strong potential to reach the International Monetary Fund's 3% growth
May 28, 2026
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FULL TEXT-Bank of Canada says financial system has functioned well
The Bank of Canada released the following statement by senior deputy governor Carolyn Rogers and deputy governor Toni Gravelle on Thursday: "Good morning.
May 28, 2026
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Bank of Canada says financial system is solid, but vulnerabilities have grown
The Canadian financial system is in good shape but vulnerabilities are growing amid a highly volatile economic and geopolitical
May 28, 2026
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UN chief eyes leadership cuts as part of reform push
The United Nations aims to reduce and abolish senior leadership positions over the next two years as part of its reforms, its Secretary-General said on
May 28, 2026
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Anthropic to boost hiring in Europe after opening Milan office
Anthropic will continue expanding in Europe after opening its sixth office on the continent in Milan on Thursday, Chris Ciauri, managing director for international at the U.S
May 28, 2026
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Inflation rises but isn't hotter than expected while GDP slips
Estimated U.S. economic growth for the first quarter was revised lower on Thursday and a closely watched measure of price pressures came in largely in line with
May 28, 2026
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Wall St muted as investors asses inflation data, Mideast peace prospects
Wall Street's main indexes opened flat on Thursday as investors processed key inflation data, while intensifying tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept optimism surrounding a peace
May 28, 2026
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Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services
May 28, 2026
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‘It’s insulting’: Ferrari fans have given their verdict on its first electric car, and it’s not good
‘It’s insulting’: Ferrari fans have given their verdict on its first electric car, and it’s not good
May 28, 2026
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SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack
SDPOA demands immediate action on patrol staffing shortages after deadly Islamic Center attack
May 28, 2026
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Mother struggles after inflatable display damages car during windstorm
Mother struggles after inflatable display damages car during windstorm
May 28, 2026
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Protesters confront Box Elder County commissioners who approved Stratos Project data center
Protesters confront Box Elder County commissioners who approved Stratos Project data center
May 28, 2026
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Google employee charged with using confidential search data to make $1.2 million on Polymarket
U.S. prosecutors slapped insider trading charges against a Google employee this week, alleging the software engineer used confidential company information to pocket more than $1.2 million on prediction market platform Polymarket
May 28, 2026
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Germany's DHL hires US Postal Service for last-mile US parcel deliveries
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May 28, 2026
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Fed policymakers eye rate hike scenarios as AI debate deepens
A growing number of U.S. central bankers say there may be a case for raising interest rates if inflation does not ease soon, even as they express skepticism over the
May 28, 2026
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Energy use forcing rethink of AI chip design, TSMC says
A senior TSMC executive said on Thursday that surging electricity demands from AI are making energy efficiency rather than computing power the main
May 28, 2026
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Microsoft to release new coding model next week, the Information reports
Microsoft will unveil a suite of new homegrown AI models next week at its annual "Build" conference for developers in San Francisco, including a coding model to boost the usage of
May 28, 2026
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EU praises Bulgaria progress but sets August deadline for reform-linked aid
The European Commission praised Bulgaria's progress in establishing an independent anti-corruption office and said on Thursday the country had to keep up its reform
May 28, 2026
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UK's Starmer defends his government against Blair criticism
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government on Thursday against criticism from Labour's longest-serving premier, Tony Blair, saying his ministers had adopted the
May 28, 2026
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Mexican Congress backs amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a constitutional amendment that would allow for elections to be annulled if evidence of foreign interference was found, a move
May 28, 2026
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Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
Trump admin planning to potentially put president’s image on commemorative $250 bill
May 29, 2026
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Treasury Department confirms it has taken limited steps toward a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump
A U.S. Treasury Department spokesperson confirms the agency is taking steps toward creating a $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump
May 28, 2026
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Southwest sees no demand hit from fare hikes, eyes broader premium push
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said on Wednesday the carrier has seen no drop-off in demand after joining seven industry fare increases since
May 28, 2026
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Brazil creates fewer formal jobs than expected in April
Brazil's economy created a net 85,888 formal jobs in April, data from the Labor Ministry showed on Thursday, well below the 230,000 net openings expected by economists in
May 29, 2026
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FACT FOCUS: Trump says Obama and Biden spent 'hundreds of millions' on reflecting pool. They did not
President Donald Trump has claimed that the Obama and Biden administrations spent “hundreds of millions of dollars” to fix the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and alleged that renovations he is currently overseeing will be much more economical
May 29, 2026
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Anthropic's valuation surges to $965 billion, surpassing OpenAI
Anthropic said on Thursday it has raised $65 billion at a post-money valuation of $965 billion, as it aims to bolster computing capacity to meet growing demand for chatbot Claude
May 29, 2026
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Brazil's government, federal district agree on BRB loan deal
Brazil's government and the Federal District have reached a deal for a loan to support struggling state-run lender BRB, a court document showed on Thursday.
May 28, 2026
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Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August
Iceland's parliament on Thursday voted in favour of holding an August 29 referendum to begin European Union accession talks, supporting the government's two-step plan
May 29, 2026
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Ousted BP Chair met activist shareholder Elliott without direct knowledge of other directors, sources say
Ousted BP Chairman Albert Manifold met with activist shareholder Elliott Management during his tenure without telling fellow board members directly, two
May 28, 2026
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US Postal Service halts non-essential spending as cash crisis deepens
The U.S. Postal Service said Thursday it is suspending non-essential spending on travel, office supplies and consultants as it faces a mounting cash crisis.
May 28, 2026
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Hungarian PM Magyar says deal on EU funds close
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar on Thursday said a deal on releasing frozen European Union funds was "very close" as there is agreement with Brussels on many issues,
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Musalem says he wanted to remove 'easing bias'
St Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem on Thursday said that he was one of several U.S. central bankers last month who felt the Fed should remove the "easing bias" from
May 28, 2026
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Russia ratchets up pressure on Armenia ahead of June election
Russia sharply criticised Armenia on Thursday for drawing closer to the EU, saying it was not pursuing a balanced position towards
May 28, 2026
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Ohio suspends data center tax break as tech firms face pressure to pay the cost to power AI
Ohio is suspending a tax break that has been critical to its competition with other states to attract the massive new facilities that power and train artificial intelligence chatbots
May 29, 2026
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Uber raises stake in Delivery Hero ahead of fresh bid, sources say
Uber has raised its stake in Germany's Delivery Hero to nearly 37% from 25% after buying a stake from fellow shareholder Aspex Management, according to regulatory
May 27, 2026
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Australia launches record $1.4B lawsuit against 3M over 'forever chemicals' at defense bases
Australia is suing the U.S. company 3M for over $1.4 billion due to contamination from “forever chemicals” in firefighting foam at defense bases
May 28, 2026
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Chevron files request to acquire offshore Greek block, energy ministry says
U.S. oil major Chevron has filed an official request to take over a 70% stake from Greece's Helleniq Energy in an offshore block southwest of Greece, the Greek energy
May 28, 2026
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BOJ rate hike timing secondary to economy's readiness, ex-BOJ Deputy Governor Wakatabe says
Former Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Masazumi Wakatabe said on Thursday that the timing of a potential interest rate hike is less important than whether the economy can
May 28, 2026
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PBOC tells Chinese banks to boost May lending as credit weakness persists, sources say
China's central bank has instructed banks to boost lending this month, people with knowledge of the matter said, underscoring Beijing's continued efforts to support an economy
May 28, 2026
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Wealthy families cut dollar exposure, survey finds
The world's richest families are trimming exposure to the U.S. dollar as geopolitical tensions and rising sovereign debt drive a broader rethink of portfolio risk, UBS said
May 28, 2026
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European shares dip as Middle Eastern developments keep investors wary
European shares closed lower on Thursday, though they pared steeper losses after a report on news outlet Axios said the United States and Iran
May 28, 2026
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KKR to open Milan office as U.S. private equity giant deepens Italy push
KKR & Co said on Thursday it would open an office in Milan as the U.S. private equity firm looks to expand its presence in Italy after significant investments in the telecoms
May 28, 2026
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Musk says SpaceX agreed only six-month Colossus AI lease to Anthropic
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday the IPO-bound company had only agreed to lease its Colossus AI training data center clusters to Anthropic for six months, though he added it
May 28, 2026
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Japan banks battle to secure deposits as savers chase market highs
Japanese banks are, in a historic shift, competing to shore up their deposit base as lending opportunities grow and consumers, seeking to
May 28, 2026
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Boeing CEO says 200-jet China deal an 'initial tranche' with more to come
China's commitment to buy 200 Boeing jets during a recent visit by U.S.
May 28, 2026
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Oil prices settle in mixed direction on conflicting reports of US-Iran ceasefire deal
Oil prices settled mixed on Thursday after a choppy trading session, as traders mulled conflicting reports of progress on a potential deal to extend a
May 28, 2026
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Snowflake jumps as AWS deal, upbeat forecast lift lagging sentiment
By Kanishka Ajmera and Deborah Mary Sophia May 28 - Snowflake shares surged more than 33% on Thursday after the company raised its annual revenue forecast and a $6 billion deal with Amazon bolstered
May 28, 2026
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Europe less able than US to contain crypto-bank shocks, UniCredit director says
Europe may struggle to respond to risks from links between crypto assets and banks in the way U.S. authorities contained damage during the 2023 Silicon Valley Bank (SVB)
May 28, 2026
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Japan state-backed fund considering sale of chipmaking materials maker JSR, sources say
Japan Investment Corp (JIC), a state-backed fund, is considering selling JSR, two people familiar with the matter said, two years after it took
May 28, 2026
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S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs as US and Iran agree to extend ceasefire
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq posted record closing highs on Thursday after news reports said the U.S. and Iran had reached a
May 28, 2026
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China works on AI token futures market, sources say, in race with US
China is designing a futures market for AI tokens, sources familiar with the matter said, as the country potentially takes a different tack to U.S. exchanges developing compute
May 28, 2026
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Dollar set to weaken long-term, Europe has work to do, JPMorgan AM, Euroclear execs say
The U.S. dollar will likely weaken over the long-term given concerns over elevated debt levels in the world's biggest economy, the EMEA CEO of JPMorgan Asset Management said
May 28, 2026
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Ukraine to buy 20 new Gripen jets, Sweden to donate older jets sooner
Ukraine will buy 20 new Gripen fighter jets and Sweden will donate 16 of an older model next year, Ukraine's President Volodymyr
May 28, 2026
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New Taiwan-Japan ferry service debuts on ship that has war evacuation role
A new ferry service to serve booming tourism between Taiwan and Japan began on Thursday on a ship that could be pressed into service to
May 28, 2026
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Italy consumer confidence recovers in May but business morale slides
Morale among Italian consumers recovered against expectations in May after recent declines, but business morale fell to an 8-month low, data showed on Thursday, in mixed signs
May 28, 2026
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US dollar weakens on reports of ceasefire deal between US and Iran
The U.S. dollar fell against major currencies on Thursday after reports the U.S. and Iran had reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, though several similar
May 28, 2026
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Ukraine ratifies €90 billion EU loan to boost spending on defence
Ukraine's parliament ratified a loan agreement with the European Union on Thursday, paving the way for €90 billion in financing and allowing the government to
May 28, 2026
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Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed
The U.S. has no timetable for levying Section 232 tariffs on semiconductors but preferential terms have already been agreed under a January trade deal, Taiwan Vice Premier
May 28, 2026
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In a tourist-friendly move, China's Tencent to allow PayPal payments through its WeChat networks
Tencent says users of PayPal will be able to make payments in China using QR codes through WeChat Pay's extensive merchant network, in a tourism friendly move
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Jefferson says he is focusing on inflation as US labour market 'very resilient'
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson said on Thursday it was appropriate to focus on returning inflation to the central bank's 2% target given the U.S.
May 28, 2026
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Trump administration in talks to fund US drone companies, WSJ reports
The Trump administration is in talks to provide funding to some drone companies, including Unusual Machines and Sequoia Capital-backed Neros, the Wall Street Journal reported on
May 28, 2026
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Australia sues 3M for $1.4 billion over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination
The Australian government said on Thursday it had launched legal action against 3M over contamination from firefighting foam supplied by the U.S. company
May 28, 2026
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Japan eyes 'bridging bonds' to fund investment schemes, party draft shows
Japan's ruling party will propose issuing "bridging bonds" to fund flagship programmes aimed at boosting growth and economic security, a
May 28, 2026
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Toyota sales drop for third month on declines in China, Middle East
Toyota Motor on Thursday said global vehicle sales fell for a third consecutive month in April, hit by sharp declines in China and the Middle East.
May 28, 2026
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The US-Iran ceasefire is unravelling
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter Stocks tumbled in Asia, oil surged and the dollar gained strength as the U.S. and Iran renewed attacks on each other
May 28, 2026
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Thai April factory output drops 0.36% on year, below forecast
Thailand's manufacturing production index dropped 0.36% in April from a year earlier, the industry ministry said on Thursday, weaker than analysts' forecasts.
May 28, 2026
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Foreign investors buy Japanese stocks for eighth week on AI rally
Foreign investors bought Japanese stocks for the eighth straight week through May 23, as oil prices eased and AI-related shares rallied on robust demand outlook.
May 28, 2026
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Plans for the Gaza International Stabilization Force are in question as troop pledges stall
An international stabilization force promised for Gaza has yet to materialize three months after it was announced at an event hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump
May 28, 2026
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Some brands say their jeans are eco-friendly. Here's how to find a pair that's actually sustainable
Your jeans have probably passed through cotton farms, dye houses and wash facilities before reaching your closet
May 28, 2026
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Brazil is set to join other Latin American countries with a 40-hour, 5-day workweek
Brazil was set to join other Latin American countries that have shortened working hours as the lower house approved a constitutional amendment establishing a 40-hour, five-day workweek
May 28, 2026
Economy|Education|Health|Science
About 8% of the country lacked health insurance in 2025, new data shows. That could rise next year
The proportion of Americans without health insurance held steady at around 8% of the population in 2025, according to new findings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
May 28, 2026
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Panama passes law imposing stricter requirements on multinational firms
Panama's National Assembly approved a law that
May 28, 2026
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China's auto industry is unlikely to return to 'golden era,' NIO CEO says
China's auto industry has likely moved past its "golden era," NIO Chief Executive William Li said on Thursday, as a downturn in domestic car
May 28, 2026
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ECB chief economist sees persistent impact on inflation from Iran war
The energy shock caused by the Middle East conflict will likely have a persistent impact on inflation even if there is a quick solution to the war, the
May 28, 2026
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NZ shuns 'sugar hits' in budget, slashes growth forecast as Iran war jolts economy
New Zealand on Thursday unveiled a budget with few voter incentives ahead of what is shaping up to be a tightly contested election later
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Goolsbee says oil shock could exacerbate inflationary impulse of AI hype
Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee on Thursday amped up his warning that mounting expectations for the productivity-boosting potential of AI could send inflation
May 28, 2026
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US consumer watchdog recalls all staff nationwide to Washington headquarters
The top U.S. government watchdog for consumer financial protection on Wednesday said it would reassign virtually all staff nationwide to its
May 28, 2026
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Australia business investment jumps 6.5% in Q1 on data rush
Australian business investment boomed in the March quarter as firms ploughed yet more money into data centers, figures showed on Thursday, while companies also upgraded
May 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|World
BOK's new chief reveals hawkish posture as price, FX risks grow
The Bank of Korea kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Thursday, while a hawkish split within its seven-member board signaled an
May 28, 2026
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Australia household spending falls 1.1% in April, after March jump
Australian household spending fell back sharply in April after a petrol-induced spike the previous month, data showed on Thursday, as consumers scaled back on flights and
May 28, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Travel|World
Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand to expand joint network as travel demand grows
Singapore Airlines said on Thursday that it would expand its joint network between New Zealand and Singapore with Air New Zealand to meet growing travel demand between the two
May 28, 2026
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Chief Megaron vows to take the legacy of Brazil's indigenous leader Raoni forward
Chief Megaron Txucarramae, a 75-year-old leader of Brazil’s Indigenous Kayapo people, has spent decades defending
May 28, 2026
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Australia introduces bill to overhaul property tax breaks, capital gains rule
Australia's government introduced a bill in parliament on Thursday to make the biggest overhaul of tax rules in decades, including scrapping a capital gains
May 28, 2026
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Five ways Paxton's big win in Texas could backfire on Trump
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton decisively defeated longtime Senator John Cornyn in Tuesday's Republican runoff for U.S.
May 28, 2026
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Fed's Jefferson says monetary policy is 'well positioned' amid inflation risks
By Michael S.
May 28, 2026
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South Korea exports set to rise for 12th month on chip boom: Reuters poll
South Korean exports likely rose for a 12th straight month in May, as a global boom in AI investment drove a surge in chip sales, a Reuters poll showed on
May 28, 2026
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South Korea central bank holds rates, as expected
The Bank of Korea kept its policy interest rate steady on Thursday, as it weighs geopolitical risks against a weakening won and resurgent inflation that point to higher rates
May 28, 2026
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US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military carried out new strikes targeting an Iranian drone operation that posed a threat to U.S. forces
May 27, 2026
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US Treasury sanctions Iran's Hormuz strait authority
The United States has sanctioned the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the body Iran has set up to manage the Strait of Hormuz, the Treasury Department said on Wednesday.
May 28, 2026
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US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration has placed additional sanctions on Iran as part of a sprawling economic pressure campaign during the war, this time targeting the country’s newly created agency that is trying to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
May 28, 2026
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California to impose 100% tax on Trump's January 6 'slush fund,' governor says
California will impose a 100% tax on payments distributed under the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion fund for victims of alleged political "weaponization,"
May 28, 2026
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Trump says he can outwait Iran, dismisses midterm election pressure
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May 28, 2026
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How Venezuela awarded Centerview a prized debt role with little competition
When interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez's administration announced the oil-rich country was embarking on an overhaul
May 28, 2026
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Bayer sued for allegedly monopolizing US market for GMO corn seeds
Bayer used illegal and anti-competitive practices to monopolize the U.S. market for genetically engineered corn seeds, reaping "hundreds of millions, if not
May 28, 2026
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UK consumer services sector sentiment falls to lowest in over a year
Sentiment among Britain's consumer-facing services businesses fell to its lowest since February 2025 this month and a recent rebound in business services morale reversed
May 28, 2026
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US Treasury to erase 80 outdated names from sanctions blacklist as it launches new review
The U.S.
May 28, 2026
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What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?
What’s in the proposed deal that could end the US-Iran conflict?
May 24, 2026
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9 missing after Washington paper mill tank rupture and officials say there's no hope of survivors
Crews are resuming the search for nine people presumed killed at a Washington state paper mill where a chemical tank ruptured
May 27, 2026
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Baseball players ask for expanded free agency, salary arbitration rights, almost doubling minimum
Baseball players seek expanded free agency and salary arbitration rights
May 28, 2026
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Fair housing groups file lawsuit arguing a federal rule change removes protections
Fair housing groups have filed a lawsuit over a rule change by the Trump administration that they allege reverses decades of lending protections and opens the door to discrimination against Black people, Latinos and other minorities
May 28, 2026
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Amazon puts Amwell co-founder in charge of healthcare unit; longtime executive to depart
Amazon is putting a doctor in charge of its growing healthcare business. The firm on Wednesday announced Dr.
May 28, 2026
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Pentagon awards Microsoft $9.7 billion deal in bid to cut costs, end license sprawl
The Pentagon on Wednesday announced a five-year, $9.69 billion agreement to consolidate Microsoft and other enterprise software licenses scattered across
May 28, 2026
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HP tops revenue, profit estimates as AI PC and Windows 11 refresh boost demand
HP beat analysts' estimates for second-quarter revenue and profit on Wednesday, helped by strong demand for AI-optimized personal computers, but warned that rising
May 28, 2026
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Salesforce revenue forecast disappoints amid AI disruption fears
Salesforce forecast second-quarter revenue below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as concerns over AI-driven disruption to traditional software demand overshadowed
May 28, 2026
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Mexican telecoms giant America Movil targets steady growth, holds capex at $7 billion
Mexican telecommunications giant America Movil on Wednesday outlined its financial outlook through 2028, according to a J.P.
May 28, 2026
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Trading Day: Pause before PCE
World stocks eked out new highs while major markets such as the S&P 500, U.S. dollar and Treasuries were largely steady on Wednesday as investors
May 28, 2026
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Brazil central bank chief weighs two women for Copom vacancies, say sources
Brazil's Central Bank Governor Gabriel Galipolo is considering recommending two female professionals to fill vacancies on the bank's nine-member rate-
May 28, 2026
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Wells Fargo CEO sees mid-teens growth in investment banking, trading
Wells Fargo expects investment banking and trading revenue to rise by mid-teen percentage points in the second quarter, Chief Executive Charlie Scharf said on Wednesday.
May 28, 2026
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NZ central bank watching how much weaker demand would offset price increases
New Zealand's central bank is watching how much weaker demand from higher energy costs would hold back other price increases, a key
May 28, 2026
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California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain
Residents were back in their homes near a chemical tank that overheated in Southern California
May 28, 2026
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Trump Accounts app to go live Thursday
Trump Accounts app to go live Thursday
May 28, 2026
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Carlyle CEO sees market for defense investments as 'unlimited'
Investment firm Carlyle sees limitless opportunity to invest in the defense sector as governments globally hike military spending, Chief Executive Harvey
May 28, 2026
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FAA expects Boeing MAX 7 to be certified this summer, sees more production hikes
The head of the Federal Aviation Administration said on Wednesday that he expects the Boeing 737 MAX 7 to be certified this summer and the larger MAX
May 28, 2026
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The Latest: Trump convened his Cabinet as talks to end Iran war remain in flux
President Donald Trump convened his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the Iran war, saying “things are going very well” days after insisting a settlement was “largely negotiated.”
May 27, 2026
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Zelenskyy asks Trump for more US air defense help against Russian missile attacks, Kyiv says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has written to U.S. President Donald Trump and Congress asking for more air defense ammunition
May 27, 2026
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EU's von der Leyen discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with Zelenskiy
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she had discussed Ukraine's path to EU membership with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
May 28, 2026
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Snowflake boosts forecast, signs $6 billion AWS deal as enterprise AI adoption grows
Snowflake raised annual product revenue forecast on Wednesday, as enterprises ramped up spending on AI applications and shifted more data workloads to its
May 28, 2026
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Synopsys reaches settlement with Elliott, says Jesse Cohn to join board
Chip design software maker Synopsys has reached an agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management that will give one board seat to
May 28, 2026
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Oil settles 5% lower as investors await updates on US-Iran peace deal talks
Oil prices fell 5% to their lowest level in over a month on Wednesday as investors awaited updates on a framework of a U.S.-Iran deal to end their
May 27, 2026
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Fed watchdog looking at reappointment process for central bank's regional presidents
By Michael S.
May 28, 2026
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Russia warns Armenia on supplies over EU bid; Trump backs PM Pashinyan
Russia said on Wednesday it had warned Armenia it would suspend or terminate the supply of cheap oil, gas and
May 27, 2026
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Fed's Cook says she is prepared to raise rates if inflation doesn't ease
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook on Wednesday said she feels the U.S. central bank should hold short-term interest rates steady for now but, with tariffs, the Iran
May 28, 2026
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US stocks inch to more records after oil prices drop
U.S. stocks inched to more records after oil prices fell back to where they were in mid-April
May 27, 2026
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Sole player who lives in Haiti awaits US visa as his squad prepares for the World Cup in Florida
The only member of Haiti’s national soccer team who is based in the troubled Caribbean country is awaiting a U.S. visa to join the squad in Florida just weeks before the start of the World Cup
May 28, 2026
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A new specialty license plate will help pay off school lunch debt across Utah
A new specialty license plate will help pay off school lunch debt across Utah
May 28, 2026
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Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix fountains, power-wash pools and repair brick walkways
May 28, 2026
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California man accused of stealing 1,000 gallons of diesel in series of fuel thefts
California man accused of stealing 1,000 gallons of diesel in series of fuel thefts
May 28, 2026
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Apex Service sells minority stake to Apollo at $10 billion valuation, source says
Home services company Apex Service Partners has agreed to sell a minority stake to Apollo Global Management in a deal that a source familiar with
May 27, 2026
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US, Mexico set three rounds of trade deal talks without Canada
The Trump administration's trade agency said on Wednesday it will kick off the first of three negotiating rounds with Mexico this week to revamp the
May 27, 2026
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After bitter proxy fight, Lululemon CEO could use war chest to revamp bruised brand
Hard-hit Lululemon Athletica
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Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests
Almost 300 Ghanaian nationals returned home on Wednesday after waves of anti-immigrant protests in South Africa heightened safety concerns.
May 27, 2026
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New Zealand plans austere budget in election year as Iran war fans economic risks
Less than six months out from what's shaping up to be a closely fought election, New Zealand will unveil a bare-bones budget on Thursday, one forged in
May 28, 2026
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Wall Street indexes post closing record highs, AI rally pauses
Rising healthcare and consumer stocks lifted the Dow Jones Industrial Average on Wednesday to a record closing high, while
May 27, 2026
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United Airlines CEO rules out consolidation push after American rebuff
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on Wednesday the carrier does not expect to pursue airline consolidation for the foreseeable
May 28, 2026
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Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
Fact check: Trump makes false claims about Iran war, the economy and the reflecting pool at Cabinet meeting
May 28, 2026
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DoorDash driver caught on camera stealing tips from server working a Memorial Day double shift
DoorDash driver caught on camera stealing tips from server working a Memorial Day double shift
May 28, 2026
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Man received survivor benefits as a teen after dad's death; the government wants it back decades later
Man received survivor benefits as a teen after dad's death; the government wants it back decades later
May 28, 2026
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Homeowners getting eviction notices after little-known legal document filed in 2024
Homeowners getting eviction notices after little-known legal document filed in 2024
May 28, 2026
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Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax
Iowa law funds pediatric cancer research through vape tax
May 28, 2026
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Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war
Rep. Mike Flood holds town hall amid voter focus on affordability, Iran war
May 28, 2026
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Peru presidential candidates' mining plans cast doubt on investment, industry leader says
The president of Peru's National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE) on Tuesday warned that opposing mining policies from the two presidential
May 27, 2026
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Brazilian inflation tops target band in early May, clouds easing path
Brazil's 12-month inflation in early May exceeded the upper end of the central bank's target range for the first time since October 2025, official data showed on
May 27, 2026
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GE Aerospace sees engine maintenance demand hold up despite higher fuel prices
GE Aerospace has not seen airlines pull back on engine maintenance or parts orders despite higher fuel prices and softer flight departures, CEO Larry
May 27, 2026
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Trump's domestic shipping waiver has not cut gasoline prices by much, data shows
President Donald Trump’s waivers allowing foreign-flagged ships to move oil and fuel between U.S. ports have had little impact on
May 27, 2026
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UK's ex-PM Blair calls on Labour to focus on policy, not personality
Tony Blair, who led Labour to victory in three UK elections, called on the party on Tuesday to shun the temptation to move left or reverse Brexit to shore up its fortunes,
May 27, 2026
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Boeing increasing 737 production after consulting FAA
Boeing is increasing 737 production to 47 jets a month, up from 42, after consulting with the Federal Aviation Administration, Boeing CEO Kelly
May 27, 2026
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Michael Nelson, Reuters veteran who oversaw its transformation, dies at 97
When in April 1968, years into the Vietnam War, communist forces declared their openness to a negotiated peace, Michael Nelson was quick to flag Reuters as
May 27, 2026
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Capgemini says AI widens client spending pool
By Leo Marchandon and Coralie Lamarque (REUTERS), May 27 (Rtrs) - Capgemini on Thursday said artificial intelligence was opening access to client spending beyond traditional information technology
May 27, 2026
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Iranians are back online after a monthslong shutdown but still face heavy restrictions
Iranians have begun to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown
May 27, 2026
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US extends Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon until November
The Trump administration will extend deportation protections and work permits for thousands of Lebanese nationals in the U.S. for
May 27, 2026
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Former Canadian minister to quit seat over environmental concerns, shrinking Carney's government
Former Canadian cabinet minister Steven Guilbeault said on Wednesday he plans to step down from his seat in parliament, citing his desire to fight for environmental
May 27, 2026
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Sri Lanka's surprise rate hike risks choking off IMF-backed recovery
Sri Lanka's surprise 100 basis-point interest rate hike risks tipping into over-tightening just as a fragile, IMF-backed recovery takes hold,
May 27, 2026
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Puerto Rico governor announces emergency to fight worsening coastal erosion
Puerto Rico’s governor has announced a state of emergency following critical coastal erosion along the U.S. territory’s north coast
May 27, 2026
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New Fed report warns of ‘remarkable’ increase in households skipping meals due to food costs
New Fed report warns of ‘remarkable’ increase in households skipping meals due to food costs
May 27, 2026
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US
Trump is getting the Republican Party he wants. But can he win in the midterms?
President Donald Trump has been showcasing his influence in Republican primaries, recently endorsing Ken Paxton in Texas
May 27, 2026
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JPMorgan CEO sees expenses climbing; eyes up to $20 billion M&A opportunity
JPMorgan Chase's expenses for this year could be $1 billion higher than earlier estimates, which could potentially crimp its profitability,
May 27, 2026
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Global firms use AI at Indian hubs to bring more ad work in-house
Global companies are using AI at their Indian hubs to bring more creative work in-house, cutting turnaround time and their reliance on
May 27, 2026
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NY Fed finds 'remarkable increase' in food insecurity for many Americans
By Michael S.
May 27, 2026
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Lazard taps BofA veteran Burton-Morgan for new ECM advisory role, source says
Investment bank Lazard has hired industry veteran Daniel Burton-Morgan to lead a newly created advisory role, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.
May 27, 2026
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Abercrombie, Bath & Body Works' results show Americans are still spending, but selectively
Abercrombie & Fitch and Bath & Body Works beat quarterly profit estimates, sending their shares up more than 12% on Wednesday, and signaled that economic
May 27, 2026
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U.S. banks report profit uptick in first quarter: FDIC
U.S. banks reported a 3.6% increase in their profits in the first quarter of 2026, rising to $80.5 billion as domestic deposits grew again and banks
May 27, 2026
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US space stocks rise on SpaceX IPO hype
Shares of U.S. space companies continued to climb on Wednesday, extending their recent rally as investors bet that rocket company SpaceX's
May 27, 2026
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Canada turns from US to Europe as Iran war propels aluminium higher
Canada is pushing more of its aluminium towards Europe to make the most of higher premiums on offer, after its neighbour the United States
May 27, 2026
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Stocks eke out record closing highs, oil slides as markets eye US-Iran peace progress
Wall Street stocks showed little conviction on Wednesday, inching to all-time closing highs, while crude oil prices retreated as investors assessed
May 27, 2026
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COSCO products tanker leaving Strait of Hormuz, oil traffic still limited
An oil products tanker operated by Chinese shipping group COSCO was in the process of crossing through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, after two crude
May 27, 2026
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Yen slides toward intervention zone as Iran war tensions lift dollar
The yen fell to its weakest level in nearly four weeks on Wednesday, edging closer to levels that prompted Japanese authorities
May 27, 2026
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BofA CEO sees 15% growth in second-quarter trading revenue
Bank of America expects trading revenue to jump 15% in the second quarter from a year ago when the market was hit by the volatility from
May 27, 2026
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American Airlines sees resilient demand cushioning fuel-price hit
American Airlines is sticking with its recently lowered full-year profit outlook despite a sharp jump in fuel prices, CEO Robert
May 27, 2026
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OpenAI Foundation commits $250 million to help workers, economies navigate AI disruption
The non-profit that controls OpenAI will commit an initial $250 million for grants, partnerships and direct work aimed at helping workers and economies navigate the disruption
May 27, 2026
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Exxon wins shareholder backing for legal move to Texas
Exxon Mobil shareholders on Wednesday approved the company's plan to redomicile in Texas, marking a win for the top U.S. oil producer after
May 27, 2026
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US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds
U.S. military contractors will need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used in the Iran war
May 27, 2026
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Massachusetts Uber, Lyft drivers certify first statewide ride-hailing union amid automation fears
Drivers in Massachusetts for ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft have become the first in the nation to certify a union
May 26, 2026
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Median pay for CEOs rose nearly 6% in 2025, but some compensation packages were eye-popping
The typical CEO compensation package rose nearly 6% in 2025 to $17.7 million, as company boards rewarded their top executives for bigger profits and higher stock prices, and gave them incentives to stick around and make even more money for shareholders in the years ahead
May 27, 2026
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A warmer world creates bigger and more damaging hailstones, study says
A new study says the size and damage from hailstones will increase in a warming world
May 27, 2026
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US mortgage rate rises to nine-month high, worsening affordability again
The rate on the most popular U.S. residential real estate loan hit a nine-month high last week in another blow to home-ownership affordability, as the Iran war kept oil prices
May 27, 2026
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Bolivia clears path to send troops onto streets to calm protests
Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz on Wednesday took steps toward potentially declaring a state of emergency as anti-government protests have escalated in the early months of
May 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World
Taiwan president gifts Trump autobiography of TSMC founder
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Wednesday gifted U.S.
May 27, 2026
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S&P 500 forecast to end year slightly higher even as war drags on
The benchmark Standard & Poor's 500 index will end 2026 slightly higher than its current record levels, according to a Reuters poll of stock
May 27, 2026
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Robinhood opens platform to AI agents for trading, credit card purchases
Robinhood will allow customers to deploy AI agents to trade stocks on its platform and make purchases on its credit card, the company said on Wednesday.
May 27, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Europe
AkzoNobel rejects €12.5 billion Nippon Paint, Sherwin-Williams takeover offer
Dulux paint maker AkzoNobel struck down a €12.5 billion ($14.6 billion) cash takeover offer from rivals Nippon Paint and Sherwin-Williams on Wednesday, sending its
May 27, 2026
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Defence-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms
There has been a surge in mining companies seeking U.S. listings this year, but even more striking is the change in language as firms explicitly target
May 27, 2026
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Wall St opens higher on AI optimism, Mideast truce hopes
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday aided by sustained AI-driven momentum, while investors were cautiously optimistic that the U.S. and Iran would reach a deal.
May 27, 2026
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Nuclear firm Newcleo to list on Nasdaq in a deal valuing it at $2.4 billion
Nuclear energy company Newcleo has entered an agreement to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange through a merger with NewHold Investment Corp III, the firm
May 27, 2026
Economy|Health|Science|World
'Breakneck' Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world's response
In an Ebola outbreak, hours matter.
May 27, 2026
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'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown
Iranians isolated by a long internet shutdown imposed by the authorities during the war with the U.S. and Israel
May 27, 2026
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Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade
(Corrects first paragraph to show that state TV obtained the draft, not Tehran.
May 27, 2026
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Top central banks forge ahead with 'always-on' cross-border payments testing
A group of the world's leading central banks and more than 40 major commercial banks are to step up testing of one of the world's most closely watched digital
May 27, 2026
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Capri sees quarterly sales slide again, leans on Michael Kors turnaround
Capri Holdings forecast another quarter of declining sales on Wednesday but provided an upbeat annual profit target as it bets on a turnaround
May 27, 2026
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World
American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say
U.S. carrier American Airlines Group plans to double headcount at its India technology hub to about 800 by early next
May 27, 2026
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Chevron shareholders reject proposal for independent board chair
Chevron shareholders rejected a proposal that would have required an independent board chair separate from the CEO role, according to preliminary voting
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US
Billionaire Tom Steyer's ad spending breaks records in California governor's race
Win or lose, billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer will leave a mark in the history books in his bid to become California’s next governor
May 27, 2026
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AI is replacing humans in responding to some surveys – but simulated opinions are not the same as public opinion
AI models can simulate the answers thousands of people would provide to a survey, but the results aren’t a reliable measure of what real people would actually say.
May 27, 2026
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Blackout risks are rising – why neighboring power grids can’t just send extra electricity where it’s needed
Western states are figuring out how to make electricity-sharing work, but it isn’t easy. Texas learned that the hard way.
May 27, 2026
Arts|Economy|Education|Health|Opinion
Older Americans are often compelled to keep working – and then criticized for not stepping aside
Sometimes they hear they’re supposed to stay active and engaged. Other times they’re vilified for holding on to power too long. It’s all made ‘knowing when it’s time’ a whole lot harder.
May 27, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Lifestyle|Technology
Amazon customer out $2,000 after two Garmin watch boxes delivered empty twice: "I don't have the watch, or my money"
Amazon customer out $2,000 after two Garmin watch boxes delivered empty twice: "I don't have the watch, or my money"
May 27, 2026
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Bath & Body Works beats quarterly estimates on strong demand for 'affordable luxury'
Bath & Body Works beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter sales and profit on Wednesday, helped by strong demand for its scented candles and personal care products, sending its
May 27, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support
Leaders within Peronism, Argentina's main opposition movement, are looking to capitalize on President Javier Milei's declining popularity and push to form a
May 27, 2026
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Out of the blue chips
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The chips are indeed blue.
May 27, 2026
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Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project
The head of Airbus Defence ruled out the complete failure of the crisis-hit Franco-German FCAS fighter jet project, saying at least a networking system for weapons and drone
May 27, 2026
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US funds set aside cash as SpaceX and OpenAI prepare to go public, analysts say
Large mutual funds and passive index funds are starting to set aside more cash and preparing to offload some of their existing holdings in large-cap stocks,
May 27, 2026
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment
Bollore urges UMG to reject Ackman's $64 billion bid
Bollore CEO Cyrille Bollore on Wednesday urged Universal Music Group to reject Bill Ackman's takeover proposal, saying the offer
May 27, 2026
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Tencent links PayPal to WeChat Pay network, enabling US users to spend across China
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May 27, 2026
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Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe
Schaeffler and U.S.-based satellite operator Spire Global have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop space hardware and satellite platforms for European defence,
May 27, 2026
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Lululemon ends proxy battle with founder Chip Wilson
Lululemon Athletica has ended its boardroom battle with founder Chip Wilson, agreeing to give him two board picks in exchange for his pledge to stay
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology
Battery maker ProLogium to list on Nasdaq in $3.8 billion SPAC deal
Taiwanese battery maker ProLogium Technology will go public in New York through a merger with blank-check vehicle Translational Development Acquisition Corp in a $3.8 billion deal,
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Sports
Dick's Sporting Goods trims profit outlook as Foot Locker overhaul pressures margins
Dick's Sporting Goods lowered its full-year profit forecast on Wednesday as margin pressure tied to its Foot Locker acquisition weighed on earnings, even as strong demand for
May 27, 2026
Africa|Economy|World
A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring
Muslims in Mali's capital, Bamako, face challenges celebrating Eid al-Adha due to a blockade by armed groups linked to al-Qaida
May 27, 2026
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Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S. This change has left many immigrants and attorneys confused and concerned
May 27, 2026
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These are the five least expensive new cars you can buy in 2026, according to Edmunds
Buying a car is a major investment, especially as everyday costs continue to rise
May 27, 2026
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Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers
Three months since the Iran war began, persistently high oil prices have policymakers grappling with renewed inflation fears, while sliding currencies are a headache for
May 27, 2026
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Wall Street awaits GameStop CEO Cohen's next move after eBay rejected takeover bid
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen shared few details when he said he would do "whatever we need to do" to buy eBay after the e-
May 27, 2026
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German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite
The German Council of Economic Experts cut its growth forecast for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday, citing the impact of the Middle East conflict,
May 27, 2026
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Once investor darlings, Australian banks get reality check on mortgage change
A looming slowdown in mortgage lending, higher provisions for souring loans and rising interest rates are darkening the outlook for
May 27, 2026
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Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is
May 27, 2026
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European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty
European shares ended little changed on Wednesday, holding near record levels reached before the Iran war began, as gains in automobile and
May 27, 2026
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Prediction markets look to institutional investors for next phase of growth
Prediction market platforms including Kalshi are making a big push to attract top institutional
May 27, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology
Nvidia to spend $150 billion a year in Taiwan, 'epicentre' of AI revolution, says CEO
Nvidia's chief executive said on Wednesday the chip company plans to invest around $150 billion a year in Taiwan, terming it the "epicentre" of the AI
May 27, 2026
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Investors hunt for AI winners in small-cap US tech stocks
U.S. small-cap technology stocks are surging after years of underperformance, a sign of how the AI frenzy is pushing technology investors to look beyond the
May 27, 2026
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Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance
Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance
May 27, 2026
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‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?
‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?
May 27, 2026
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Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns
The Iran war and lingering trade tensions could dent euro zone economic growth, push up borrowing costs and challenge some member states' ability to sustain public
May 27, 2026
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EU governments clear US trade deal legislation
European Union governments cleared legislation on Wednesday to remove import duties on many U.S. goods, an EU source with knowledge of their meeting
May 27, 2026
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BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves
The Bank of Japan saw net income fall in fiscal 2025 as rising interest rates boosted payments made on excess reserves parked with the central bank, its
May 27, 2026