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"Google has intentionally engaged in anti-competitive conduct to acquire and maintain its monopoly position."— Judge Leonie Brinkema in the ruling regarding Google's anti-competitive behavior.

The Fed really owes it to the American people to get interest rates down. That's the only thing he's good for.— Donald Trump comments on Jerome Powell and the Fed's interest rate policy.

"More than ever now we need to be data-dependant. And we need safe, reliable data."— Christine Lagarde emphasizes the need to rely on reliable data to make informed monetary policy decisions.

It felt like seeing someone you care about start to regress. We just wanted him to enjoy retirement like other presidents — not go out like this.— A former White House official reflecting on Biden's recent public address and the hope for his retirement.

"The science is very clear."— Anthony Albanese, speaking about climate change and its impacts during the ABC Leaders Debate.

"As beneficiaries of economic globalisation, both China and Vietnam should strengthen strategic resolve, jointly oppose unilateral bullying acts, uphold the global free trade system, and keep global industrial and supply chains stable."— Xi Jinping during a meeting with Vietnam’s Communist Party General Secretary To Lam in Hanoi.

"As beneficiaries of economic globalization, both China and Vietnam should strengthen strategic resolve, jointly oppose unilateral bullying acts, uphold the global free trade system, and keep global industrial and supply chains stable."— Xi Jinping, during a meeting with Vietnam’s Communist Party General Secretary To Lam.

"The crew who flew to space this week on an automated flight by Blue Origin were brave and glam, but you cannot identify as an astronaut. They do not meet the FAA astronaut criteria."— Sean Duffy, the Secretary of the US Department of Transportation, shared his thoughts on social media regarding astronaut identification.

"Finally showing positive emotions again."— This describes Alexander Zverev's return to positive emotions during his match against Tallon Griekspoor.

"The American military buildup and continued aggression against our country will only lead to more counterattacks and attack operations, clashes and confrontations."— Yahya Saree, the Houthi military spokesperson, during a rebel-organized protest in the capital, Sana’a.

"The importance of this relationship is obviously evident."— Britta Haßelmann, leader of the Green Party faction, about Robert Habeck's role in the Foreign Affairs Committee.

We have a deal for TikTok, but it'll be subject to China so we'll just delay the deal 'til this thing works out one way or the other.— Donald Trump spoke about a potential TikTok deal during a press conference at the White House.

I am deeply concerned given the scope and speed of the agency's action ... about whether the agency is now in compliance with the preliminary injunction.— U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson said during a hearing called after Thursday's dismissals.

Today’s agreement will not only help meet our urgent budget needs but also serves as further confirmation of Japan’s sincere commitment to the common values that unite our countries.— Serhii Marchenko, Ukraine’s Finance Minister, regarding the agreement with Japan.

"It could be the end of the studio system."— A studio executive discussing the implications of the Sinners deal.

"Italy will announce at the next NATO summit that it will increase spending to 2 percent as requested."— Giorgia Meloni during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

The Fed really owes it to the American people to get interest rates down. That's the only thing he's good for.— Donald Trump comments on Jerome Powell and the Fed's interest rate policy.

"Millions of Americans understand that what is happening to him is a threat to their own constitutional rights."— Senator Chris Van Hollen discussing the implications of Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case for constitutional rights.

"The decision is easy."— Eddie Rosario on his decision to join the Dodgers.

"We are all afraid."— Senator Lisa Murkowski made this statement at a summit of nonprofit and tribal leaders in Alaska.

I would love to have them come to Blue Origin and see the thousands of employees that don’t just work here, but they put their heart and soul into this vehicle.— Lauren Sánchez, speaking to People about Wendy's comments regarding Katy Perry's space voyage.

"Donald Trump started a trade war, so... F*** MAGA."— A Chinese internet user, who identified himself as 'Buddhawangwang', expressing his anger about the USA's trade wars.

"What is built on the basis of force, and not on the truth about the equal dignity of every human being, begins badly and will end badly."— Pope Francis regarding the Trump administration's immigration policy.

I say this clearly: whether it’s Amit Shah or any other Shah, no one can rule here.— M K Stalin made this statement during a government event, asserting Tamil Nadu's autonomy from Delhi.

I'm in ruins.— Mike Lindell, during a virtual hearing before U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols, regarding his financial situation related to the Smartmatic lawsuit.

"The game changer is classic artillery ammunition. Only with that can Ukraine keep the Russians at a distance."— Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall, on the significance of artillery ammunition in the Ukraine conflict.