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US consumer confidence dips to six-month low, labor market views soften: U.S. consumer confidence slipped to a six-month low in May as Americans' assessment of ...
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US consumer confidence dips to six-month low, labor market views soften: U.S. consumer confidence slipped to a six-month low in May as Americans' assessment of ...
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Senate passes $1.2 trillion funding package, ending threat of partial shutdown: The Senate has passed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that pushes any ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is committed to advancing Ukraine aid. But it will be a difficult task
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Quick Glance: House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Difficult Task
- House Speaker Mike Johnson has been contemplating a funding package for over a month that would send desperately needed ammunition and weaponry to Ukraine.
- Johnson is facing dilemmas in Congress about how to handle funding for Ukraine and how decisively to act while his own leadership position is being threatened.
- There is growing support for the funding package proposed by Johnson, despite challenges from hardliners within the House party and concerns about Israel's offensive.
- The mood in Kyiv is tense as the city withstands missile attacks and awaits approval of aid from Washington.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene files motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson: House Speaker Mike Johnson is at risk of being ousted. Hard-right Rep ...
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Quick Glance: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Moves to Oust Speaker Mike Johnson
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, refraining from forcing an immediate vote on his removal.
- The motion was submitted as the House voted to prevent a government shutdown.
- The motion requires a simple majority vote to remove the speaker and won't be addressed until after the House returns on April 9.
- Some Republican members opposed removing Johnson as speaker due to concerns about potentially ending up with a Democratic speaker.
Donald Trump media firm soars in stock market debut: The long awaited moment hands the former president a stake worth more than $5bn.
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Quick Glance: Social Media Stocks Surge Beyond Trump Media
- Donald Trump's social media company is not the only one experiencing a surge in stock value - other social media companies are also on the rise.
- Trump Media began trading on the Nasdaq on Tuesday, becoming one of the few social media-first companies on the public market.
- While Meta's shares saw a slight dip, other social media companies like Reddit, Snap, and Pinterest have seen an increase, with Trump Media gaining 16% on its first trading day.
- Despite the current success of Trump Media and Reddit, cautionary tales from previous social media offerings like Snap and Pinterest warn of potential risks as their stock prices remain below their peak levels.
House Democrat Calls GOP Budget a 'Blueprint for a Dystopian Hellscape': Rep. Don Beyer warns the plan "would see unbridled benefits flowing to a wealthy and ...
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Republican committee to select Buck's likely replacement, adding a challenge to Boebert's campaign
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US FTC could bring suit or reach settlement with TikTok over privacy probe, says source
reuters.com/technology/biden-administration-pursuing-tiktok-over-data-practices-politico-reports-2024-03-26/
Congress votes unanimously to ban brokers selling American data to enemies: At least we can all agree on something
theregister.com/2024/03/21/congress_votes_unanimously_to_ban/
Republicans take a tough vote on funding and face a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson
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Quick Glance: Republican Mike Gallagher to Resign Early, Impacting House Majority
- Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher from Wisconsin, who previously announced he would not seek re-election, will resign from Congress early.
- Gallagher's early resignation deals another blow to Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans who have faced struggles in governing and demonstrating stability during this Congress.
- His decision to depart on April 19 also means there will not be a special election to fill his seat, following state law procedures for vacancies after the second Tuesday in April.
- Gallagher, an Iraq war veteran and chairman of the committee investigating the Chinese Communist Party, has chosen to resign early despite his frustrations with his own party.
Trump White House official Peter Navarro reports to prison to serve contempt of Congress sentence
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Quick Glance: Peter Navarro Reports to Prison for Defiance of Congress
- Former White House adviser Peter Navarro reported to prison on Tuesday for a contempt of Congress conviction, making him the first senior Trump administration official to be imprisoned for a crime related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
- Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison for refusing to comply with a subpoena for documents and testimony from the House committee investigating the riot by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.
- Prior to his incarceration at the federal prison in Miami, Navarro defiantly addressed reporters, labeling his conviction as the “partisan weaponization of the judicial system.
- After casting his vote in Florida on Tuesday, Trump was questioned about Navarro.
US House passes $1.2 trln bill to avoid shutdown, sends to Senate: The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a $1 ...
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Apple lawsuit: US accuses tech giant of monopolising smartphone market: In a landmark lawsuit, the justice department alleges the company uses its power to limit ...
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Quick Glance: US Alleges Apple Monopolized Smartphone Market
- The US files a groundbreaking lawsuit accusing Apple of monopolizing the smartphone market and stifling competition.
- The Justice Department claims Apple used its power to restrict competitors and consumer options.
- Apple pledges to vigorously fight the lawsuit and refutes the allegations.
- The complaint outlines 'anti-competitive' actions by Apple, such as blocking apps with broad functionality and limiting third-party digital wallets.
Trump joins Bloomberg’s 500 wealthiest list after Truth Social merger: Former President Trump is now one of the wealthiest people in the world after his media ...
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Quick Glance: Appeals Court Decision Reduces Trump's Bond in Fraud Case
- In the New York civil fraud case, it was determined that Donald Trump and his co-defendants now have 10 days to post a $175 million bond, compared to the original $464 million.
- The late ruling from a panel of state Appellate Division judges, all appointed by Democratic governors, represents a significant victory and relief for the former president.
- Trump's legal team had previously stated that obtaining the larger bond was practically impossible. The court's decision also temporarily prevents the New York Attorney General's office from enforcing the judgment.
- Additionally, the court imposed a stay on the part of the initial judgment that restricted Trump from acting as a public officer of a company, as well as prohibitions on other individuals, although not all of Trump's requests were granted.
US House panel holds Biden impeachment hearing, but next steps unclear: Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives seeking to chart a part forward in their ...
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Quick Glance: Republicans Divided on Biden Impeachment
- Republican chairman James Comer pressures Biden's impeachment but considers alternative actions.
- The committee is exploring potential criminal referrals to the Justice Department regarding the Biden family's dealings.
- The inquiry focuses on Hunter Biden's business affairs discussed in public hearings.
- Republicans seek more information on Hunter Biden's dealings while Democrats work to debunk allegations against the Bidens.
Republican Mike Boudreaux advances to special election to complete term of ousted Speaker McCarthy
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China EV giant BYD posts slowest quarterly profit growth in 2 years: Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD reported an 18.6% rise in fourth-quarter profit on ...
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US new home sales unexpectedly fall in February: Sales of new U.S. single-family homes unexpectedly fell in February, but data for the prior month was revised ...
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Baltimore bridge collapse likely to result in multibillion-dollar insurance claims -Lloyd's of London
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Quick Glance: New Insights into Baltimore Bridge Collapse from Drone and Traffic Camera Footage
- Authorities released footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge crash site on Thursday.
- New traffic camera recordings provided a different perspective on the moments leading up to the bridge's collapse on Tuesday.
- An audio recording of emergency communications sheds light on the tense moments before the Baltimore bridge collapsed.
- Officials announced the suspension of search and rescue operations following the Baltimore bridge collapse on Tuesday.
Congress Will Pass $60B Ukraine Aid: Biden Official in Kyiv: National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan made a surprise visit to Kyiv and vowed that the US House of ...
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Quick Glance: Top White House Aide's Covert Mission to Ukraine
- National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan made a secret trip to Ukraine to reaffirm U.S. support for the ally amidst Congressional funding delays.
- Sullivan highlighted the importance of U.S. and Western assistance in protecting Ukraine's independence and pushing towards EU membership.
- Despite Congress delaying funding, Sullivan pledged to expedite aid delivery, emphasizing Russia's failure in the war.
- The Pentagon unveiled a $300 million aid package, including crucial military supplies, to support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.
Biden and congressional leaders announce a deal on government funding as a partial shutdown looms
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Trump poised for billions as stock market deal passes: Trump's social media firm has been acquired - a deal that could produce a windfall as he fights legal ...
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Congressional leaders sell $1.2 trillion spending package to members before shutdown deadline
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Negotiators reach spending deal but timeline is tight to avoid shutdown: The deal between negotiators from he House and the White House would fund the government ...
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LIVE: US House of Representatives vote on TikTok bill: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban: Economic and Social Implications for Creators
- Creators in the U.S. express concern over a potential ban of TikTok, highlighting the impact it could have on their livelihoods.
- The app, a vital income source for many, has also served as a platform for dialogue and community building.
- Some view TikTok as an opportunity for marginalized groups, while others fear the dangerous precedent a ban could set.
- TikTok's influence extends beyond financial aspects, with significant social implications that many consider essential and invaluable.
Poland's Tusk says US Republicans may cost 'thousands of lives' over Ukraine vote
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Quick Glance: Poland's Tusk warns US Republicans on Ukraine aid
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk cautioned U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson on the repercussions hinging on the decision regarding $60 billion in military aid for Ukraine.
- Tusk emphasized that, in his view, the fate of millions of people and thousands of lives in Ukraine depends on Johnson's choices.
- Biden and the Polish leaders urged Johnson to proceed with a vote on an aid package approved by the Senate but stalled by the House Republican leader.
- Discussions also included calls for NATO allies to increase defense spending in response to Russian aggression in Ukraine and reaffirmed U.S. support for Poland.
How the US stock market rocketed through the first quarter: The U.S. stock market is off to a soaring start in 2024, as optimism over the economy and interest ...
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Ukraine aid back on US agenda – but still at mercy of unruly Republicans: Speaker Mike Johnson averted government shutdown but faces far-right threat of removal ...
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Quick Glance: Johnson Seeks Path on Ukraine Aid
- The Republican speaker has privately discussed ensuring House assistance to Ukraine, despite opposition within his party.
- Johnson has expressed a personal desire to send aid to Ukraine, even though he has voted against it in the past.
- At a private meeting in New Jersey, Johnson emphasized the importance of American aid to Kyiv, despite facing strong opposition within his party.
- The challenge for Johnson is to find a way to provide aid to Ukraine without angering the growing isolationist faction of his party.
US House panel subpoenas ESG corporate activist group: A U.S. House of Representatives panel has subpoenaed the head of an activist group that pressures ...
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House Democrats and centrist Republicans launch separate efforts to force a vote on Ukraine aid
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Quick Glance: Democrats and Republicans Push for Ukraine Aid Vote
- Democrats and Republicans separately aim to force a vote on Ukraine aid.
- Proposals vary from $66 to $95 billion for military aid and border security provisions.
- Pressure mounts on Speaker Mike Johnson to address foreign funding.
- Efforts to vote on aid packages underway, with involvement from both parties.
BREAKING: The US House of Representatives passed a bill that would give TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance about six months to divest the US assets of the app ...
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TikTok urges US users to call senators to vote no on TikTok ban: TikTok displayed a notification to some U.S. users on Friday, urging them to call their senators ...
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Kevin O'Leary wants to buy TikTok at up to 90% discount. Here's why : Kevin O'Leary is putting together a syndicate for a potential purchase of TikTok ...
cnbc.com/2024/03/22/kevin-oleary-on-why-he-wants-to-buy-tiktok-.html
Our future lies in America’s Arctic : This is a critical moment. We cannot afford to turn back the clock on the progress we’ve already made.
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Surprise Resignation Of Colorado Rep. Puts House GOP Margin On Knife-Edge: Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.), who’s refused to go along with the party’s more hardline ...
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Quick Glance: Rep. Ken Buck to Leave Congress Early
- Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) announced his early departure from Congress to focus on his family and Colorado.
- Following Buck's resignation, Republicans will have a 218 to 213 majority over Democrats in the House.
- Buck's exit will create a vacancy in Colorado's 4th Congressional District, which he has represented since 2015.
- Buck criticized the Republican Party's stance on President Biden and described the congressional work environment as 'dysfunctional'.
GM, Ford are upbeat on 'really strong' US demand: Top executives of General Motors and Ford gave upbeat outlooks for the U.S. auto market and their profit plans ...
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House Republicans are seeking unity at an idyllic West Virginia retreat. Many didn't bother to come
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Dem oppo powerhouse American Bridge sets its sights on the House: Bridge is expanding to battleground House races for the first time.
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'Get this done': Lawmakers unveil final spending deal to avert partial government shutdown
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US home flipping malaise pinches reality TV stars to contractors: While the increase in interest rates engineered by the Federal Reserve over the last two years ...
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Why the House voted to ban TikTok and what could come next: The House voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to approve a bill that would force parent company ByteDance ...
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Look inside the New York Stock Exchange: the world's largest stock market: Th New York Stock Exchange in Manhattan's Financial District is the largest stock ...
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As yuan skids, markets bet more depreciation is in store: China's yuan is sliding and market participants suspect authorities are deliberately but slowly ...
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The House Passed the Bill That Could Ban TikTok—and It Wasn't Close: If the Senate passes the bill, President Joe Biden has said he would sign it.
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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban: Impact Beyond Gen Z Users
- A potential ban on TikTok would have far-reaching effects, given the diverse and evolving user base.
- TikTok users are politically polarized, with a predominant younger audience. Their views differ from the average American.
- The platform has a rapidly growing user base that is undergoing demographic changes, especially with an increase in users aged 30-49.
- The use of TikTok as a primary source of news and information influences user opinions, leading to political polarization, particularly among younger users.
Reddit users downvote stellar Wall Street debut: As Reddit's stock market value soared to almost $9 billion in its Wall Street debut on Thursday ...
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US House to vote on bill forcing TikTok to break ties with Chinese owner: The US House of Representatives will vote Wednesday on a bill that would force TikTok ...
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Quick Glance: US House Nears Passing TikTok Legislation Requiring Separation from Chinese Ownership
- The US House of Representatives is set to vote on a proposal next Wednesday that could compel TikTok to sever ties with its Chinese owner or face a ban in the United States.
- Anticipated at 10:00 am (1400 GMT), the vote is expected to take place in a rare instance of bipartisan unity in a politically divided Washington.
- The future of the legislation remains uncertain in the Senate as key figures oppose taking such a drastic action against an app with 170 million users in the US.
- President Joe Biden is expected to sign the bill, officially known as the 'Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,' into law if it reaches his desk, as stated by the White House.
Yen hits 34-yr low ahead of key US inflation data: The yen dropped to its lowest level since 1990 on Wednesday before rebounding slightly after Japan's top ...
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After budget vote: Trump allies want to oust Speaker of the House of Representatives
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After many decades: Weekly market returns to Minden's market square: The pilot project at a new location is intended to revitalize the weekly market and the city ...
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Congress kicks off week without deal to avert partial government shutdown : A major sticking point is funding for border enforcement, a GOP priority.
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Quick Glance: Congress Struggles with DHS Funding, Looming Government Shutdown
- Congress begins the week without a deal to avert a partial government shutdown by Friday's deadline, with funding for the Department of Homeland Security complicating negotiations.
- The funding package will need to clear both chambers by Friday at midnight.
- Talks on funding for DHS were in bad shape, with congressional leaders proposing a full-year continuing resolution to fund the department.
- This is the latest challenge for Johnson, who has worked to avert several shutdowns with his party's razor-thin majority, facing pushback from many House Republicans on his government funding plans.
‘They should get all the cookie they pay for’: Sherrod Brown joins Cookie Monster in pursuit of ‘shrinkflatio
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Apple Vision Pro to hit mainland China this year, state media says: Apple Vision Pro will hit the mainland China market this year, Apple chief executive Tim Cook ...
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House GOP decries Joe Biden's 'radical' energy policy even as U.S. oil production sets record
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The US Office Of Diversity And Inclusion Is Shutting Down. Here’s Why: "The dissolution of the country’s top office to ensure a representative workforce in ...
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Tyla Admits She ‘Had No Idea’ Who Nancy Pelosi Was When They Took a Pic at Grammys Party
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Oil market saw frenzy of hedge fund buying: Investors have purchased oil at the fastest rate for more than four years, amid optimism that Saudi Arabia and its ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/oil-market-saw-frenzy-hedge-fund-buying-2024-03-25/
US Treasury key yield curve inversion becomes the longest on record: A key bond market signal of an upcoming recession has flashed red continuously for the ...
reuters.com/markets/rates-bonds/us-treasury-key-yield-curve-inversion-becomes-longest-record-2024-03-21/
McDowell now uncontested in North Carolina House race after ex-Rep. Walker declines runoff
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US single-family housing starts, permits near two-year highs: U.S. single-family homebuilding rebounded sharply in February, hitting the highest level in nearly ...
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US House of Representatives condemns Russian Federation for abducting Ukrainian children
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More Than 100 Reps Plan to Skip House GOP Retreat Amid Infighting: Report: Also cited as reason to skip the retreat was the location selected by House Speaker ...
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Effort by Michigan House staffers poses test to Democrats' pro-union credentials: Staffers in the Michigan House of Representatives have launched a campaign to ...
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Chinese EV maker Nio cuts Q1 deliveries forecast amid tepid demand: Chinese electric-vehicle maker Nio lowered its forecast for first-quarter deliveries on ...
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Tim Cook is on a charm offensive in China to revive flagging iPhone sales: Tim Cook is making a high-profile visit to China that coincides with Apple opening a ...
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A North Dakota ballot question could be a legal test case for political age limits
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Speaker Johnson faces pressure as US House reconvenes with Ukraine aid on the line - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/03/19/speaker-johnson-faces-pressure-as-us-house-reconvenes-with-ukraine-aid-on-the-line/
US House Passes Bill That Would Force TikTok’s Sale or Ban It: The US House of Representatives passed a bill to ban TikTok in the US unless its Chinese owner ...
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U.S. Ukraine supporters advance effort to force House vote on aid: Move would see Democrats sidestep Republican Speaker Mike Johnson
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Late Night Tackles the U.S. House Bill That Could Ban TikTok: “This is like iPhone ‘Footloose,’ and there’s no Kevin Bacon to save us,” Jimmy Kimmel joked.
nytimes.com/2024/03/14/arts/television/late-night-tiktok.html
Quick Glance: Late Night Addresses U.S. House Bill Potentially Banning TikTok
- On Wednesday, the House passed a bill to ban TikTok in the United States unless the app’s parent company sells it to a non-Chinese owner in the next six months.
- The voting outcome was surprising as both Democrats and Republicans voted in favor of the ban, which is rare and indicates the serious concerns regarding national security related to TikTok.
- Jimmy Kimmel and other late-night hosts made jokes about the impact of banning TikTok on teenagers, app users, and the potential national security implications.
- The discussion surrounding the TikTok ban has united political factions and brought about an unexpected consensus on the importance of national security and data privacy that could be compromised by using the app.
Hunter Biden rejects U.S. House Republicans’ invite for public hearing - National | Globalnews.ca
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China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged, as expected: China left benchmark lending rates unchanged at a monthly fixing on Wednesday ...
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U.S. House votes to ban TikTok if Chinese owner doesn’t sell app - National | Globalnews.ca
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House Easily Passes Bill That’d Effectively Ban TikTok in U.S. : Joe Biden has already indicated he’d sign the bill into law if it reaches his desk ...
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Exclusive: Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software: Nvidia earned its $2.2 trillion market cap by producing artificial-intelligence ...
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Ben & Jerry’s and Magnum will form the core of an $8 billion ice cream company: The world’s biggest ice cream business is about to go it alone.
cnn.com/2024/03/19/food/unilever-ice-cream-spinoff-ben-jerrys/
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Quick Glance: Unilever to Split Ice Cream Business, Cut 7,500 Jobs
- Unilever plans to separate its ice cream business, including brands like Ben & Jerry's, and intends to cut 7,500 jobs.
- The restructuring aims to boost growth, involving job cuts to achieve €800 million in cost savings over the next three years.
- Separating the ice cream business will help Unilever focus on four core businesses and avoid controversial political issues related to Ben & Jerry's.
- The targeted cost savings are expected to increase Unilever's profits, allowing the company to reinvest in research, development, and marketing to achieve mid-single digit sales growth.
As Nike bleeds market share, investors worry over relevance: Nike has increasingly leaned on its iconic basketball shoes to boost sales, but as the sportswear ...
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Short sellers target Reddit shares as stock slips: Reddit stock's stellar market debut has drawn significant bearish bets against the social media forum in its ...
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South Korea prepares financial support for small businesses, builders: South Korea has prepared financial support measures for small businesses and construction ...
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Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Warning pet owners could be overpaying for medicine: The competition watchdog said that customers struggle to access information such as price lists.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. selects Nicole Shanahan as his running mate: Kennedy, a long shot presidential candidate, announced his decision in Oakland, where Shanahan ...
latimes.com/politics/story/2024-03-26/robert-f-kennedy-jr-nicole-shanahan-vice-president-2024-election
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
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