BREAKING: Judge denies Donald Trump's request to exclude testimony from Stormy Daniels and Michael Cohen in the hush-money trial
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Quick Glance: Judge Denies Trump's Request to Block Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels Testimony
- The judge allows Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels to testify at the trial despite Trump's objections.
- Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is given the green light to present a narrative about three individuals who received hush money from Cohen to stay silent about accusations against Trump.
- The ruling enables prosecutors to call Daniels, Cohen, McDougal, and Sajudin as witnesses, revealing details of alleged payments to withhold damaging information about Trump.
- The judge declines Trump's motion to prevent the jury from hearing from Cohen and the other individuals paid off, with some testimonial limitations set for Sajudin and McDougal.
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Food shortages in parts of the Gaza Strip have already far exceeded famine levels, and threatens the enclave by May ... Show more
A new Banksy mural appeared in north London, where it. mimicked foliage of a nearby real, heavily pruned tree in front of the artwork www.reuters.com/world/uk/new-banksy-mural-depicting-tree-foliage-appears-north-london-2024-03-18/
Quick Glance: ‘Banksy came overnight’: Neighborhood discovers world-famous street art
- The Banksy appeared in typical fashion, overnight, unsigned, and completely surprising to everyone.
- Before the artist revealed themselves, this North London neighborhood was immersed in a full-fledged whodunit.
- The appearance of the artwork raised various questions, including its significance for the neighborhood and the interpretation of the piece.
- The community was drawn to the art, while experts and local politicians speculated on the meaning of the work.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un oversaw artillery drills involving what state media called ‘super-large’ rocket launchers in the country’s west ... Show more
Quick Glance: North Korea's Kim oversees firing drills with 'super-large' rocket launchers - state media reports
- According to state media KCNA, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised firing drills by artillery units in the western region involving 'newly-equipped super-large' multiple rocket launchers.
- The exercises also involved executing a simulated air explosion of a shell from the super-large multiple rocket launcher at a specified altitude above the target.
- Kim emphasized the need for modernizing and strengthening artillery forces, highlighting the 'strategic duties as the core central striking means' of the 600mm rocket launchers in war preparations.
- In a departure from decades of its inter-Korean policy, Pyongyang has terminated a military pact and designated the South as a hostile enemy state.
'I’m going to make sure women’s health is prioritized across the government,' President Joe Biden said as he signed an executive order to expand research on ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden to Sign Decree Advancing Women's Health Research
- President Joe Biden is expected to sign a decree aimed at advancing women's health research by strengthening data collection and providing better funding opportunities for biomedical research.
- The decree aims to address inequalities in medical research between women and men, particularly for illnesses more common in women.
- The decree not only seeks to improve health research but also has political implications, as women are crucial to Biden's reelection efforts.
- The National Institutes of Health are also launching a new initiative around menopause and the treatment of symptoms to identify and close research gaps.
Donald Trump has so far been unable to obtain a bond that would allow him to appeal a $454 million judgment against him in a New York civil fraud case without ... Show more
Quick Glance: Trump's Challenges in Securing $464M Bond in Civil Fraud Case
- Judge Arthur Engoron ordered Trump to pay $355 million plus interest.
- Trump is facing 'insurmountable difficulties' in obtaining a bond to satisfy the $464 million civil fraud judgment, according to his attorneys.
- Trump's attorneys have labeled the judgment as 'unconstitutionally excessive.'
- The New York Attorney General's Office has objected to a lesser bond, arguing Trump and his co-defendants will attempt to evade enforcement of the judgment or to make enforcement more difficult.
Donald Trump's efforts to secure a bond to cover a $454 million judgment in a New York civil fraud case was rejected by 30 surety companies, his lawyers said ... Show more
Musk defends his ketamine use as beneficial for investors in new video: CEO Elon Musk said his ketamine prescription was beneficial for Tesla's investors in a ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk: Benefits of Prescription Ketamine
- Elon Musk mentioned that prescription ketamine helps with treating depressive episodes and is also beneficial for investors.
- Musk stated that he takes a small amount of ketamine every few weeks to manage his depression.
- Despite concerns from some executives at Tesla and SpaceX, Musk defended his use of ketamine, emphasizing that it has no impact on his contracts or reputation on Wall Street.
- The interview with Musk was contentious, touching on private questions about his medical prescription for ketamine, as well as other controversial topics like his meeting with Donald Trump and hate speech on X.
Western governments lined up to condemn Vladimir Putin's landslide election victory as unfair and undemocratic, but China ... Show more
Quick Glance: Putin revels in electoral victory amidst quiet protests
- Putin secures fifth term easily after suppressing opposition.
- Voters had virtually no choice in the election.
- Critics view the results as predetermined, Putin sees them as trust.
- Protests by the opposition, both in Russia and globally, are downplayed by Putin.
UK royal Kate shown in first video since surgery, Sun says: Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, has been shown looking fit and healthy in the first video taken of ...
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Quick Glance: Kate and William visit Windsor Farm Shop
- The Princess of Wales was filmed smiling alongside her husband during a visit to a farm shop in Windsor.
- Footage from The Sun showed Kate and William at the local business on Saturday, indicating a positive progression in Kate's recovery from surgery.
- The farm shop in Windsor that the couple visited is a short distance from their Adelaide Cottage home within the grounds of Windsor Castle.
- Kate is expected to resume her official duties after the summer term commencing on April 17.
US President Joe Biden warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that an Israeli military operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza and they ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden-Netanyahu Call on Gaza Crisis
- President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the growing divide between allies regarding the food crisis in Gaza and the war.
- Biden supported Schumer's criticism of Netanyahu's conduct in a speech, but did not explicitly endorse a new election in Israel.
- The USA criticized Netanyahu's plan for an operation in Rafah without adequate protection for innocent Palestinian civilians.
- The UN World Food Program warned of an imminent famine in Gaza, stating that further war escalation could push half of the population to the brink of starvation.
Morocco reports first legal cannabis harvest of 294 metric tons: Morocco's first legal cannabis harvest was 294 metric tons in 2023, after the country approved ...
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Quick Glance: Iowa earns 1-seed for NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament
- For the first time in 31 years, the Iowa Hawkeyes are the 1-seed in the NCAA women's basketball tournament.
- Iowa is the top seed in the Albany-2 Region, also known as 'Murderers' Row'.
- The Hawkeyes will face either Holy Cross or Tennessee-Martin in their first-round game.
- Iowa State and Drake have also secured their positions in the tournament.
Japan poised to end negative rates, closing era of radical policy: The Bank of Japan is expected to end eight years of negative interest rates and other remnants ...
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
EU agrees on sanctions on Hamas, violent West Bank settlers: European Union foreign ministers agreed in principle on Monday to impose sanctions on Israeli ...
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Ben & Jerry's maker Unilever to spin off ice cream unit, cut 7,500 jobs: Unilever plans to spin off its ice cream unit, home to popular brands such as Magnum and ...
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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.
Israeli forces kill 20 gunmen in Gaza's Shifa hospital, military says: Israeli forces have killed 20 Palestinian gunmen in Gaza's Al Shifa hospital and ...
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The death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman, while in the custody of Iran’s morality police was unlawful, a UN fact-finding mission said www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/mahsa-aminis-death-iran-custody-was-unlawful-says-un-mission-2024-03-18/
Indonesia fishing village grapples with piles of trash brought in by tides: Solikah, an Indonesian housewife living in the fishing village of Teluk ...
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US CDC urges measles vaccinations amid rising cases: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday issued a health advisory urging people ...
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US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito extended a temporary pause on a Republican-backed Texas law allowing state law enforcement authorities to arrest people ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Extends Block on Texas Law Targeting Illegal Immigration
- The Supreme Court has indefinitely blocked a Texas law that would allow police to arrest migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally.
- Legal battle over immigration authority continues as the court extends the stay on the controversial law.
- Critics view the law as a significant state attempt to regulate immigration.
- The Biden administration opposes the law, citing concerns over federal authority and potential chaos.
Nvidia's new software tools meant for companies adding AI to business: Nvidia on Monday unveiled software aimed at making it easier for businesses to incorporate ...
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US Supreme Court justices and federal judges can no longer avoid disclosing the value of travel-related gifts they receive by classifying such free trips as ...
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Konstantin Koltsov, former NHL player and boyfriend of Sabalenka, dead at 42: Konstantin Koltsov, the Belarusian former pro ice hockey player and boyfriend of ...
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EU ministers agree sanctions over Navalny's death: European Union foreign ministers agreed on Monday to impose sanctions on people and organisations that bear ...
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Dublin celebrated #StPatricksDay with its annual parade. According to organizers, this was the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade ever ... Show more
Independent Russian vote monitor says election was a mockery: An independent Russian vote monitoring group said on Monday that the presidential election that ...
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Joe Biden had another reason to celebrate on St. Patrick's Day this year. The US president's re-election campaign has amassed more than $155 million ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden's Significant Fundraising in February
- President Joe Biden was able to raise a substantial $53 million for his reelection campaign and the Democratic Party in February, marking a record amount for the month.
- Biden's campaign has amassed over $331 million in total since launching his reelection bid in April, giving him a significant financial edge over his Republican rival, former President Donald Trump.
- Both campaigns are required to submit detailed information on their total fundraising to the Federal Election Commission on Wednesday.
- Trump's campaign also had to spend millions in the primary to compete against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, and other challengers. In contrast, Biden faced no serious competition for the Democratic nomination.
Bolsonaro says he does not fear being put on trial: Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro said on Saturday he does not fear being put on trial ...
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Quick Glance: Former Brazil Military Chiefs Implicate Bolsonaro in Coup Conspiracy
- Former military commanders in Brazil state that President Bolsonaro was involved in a coup.
- The testimonies suggest that Bolsonaro aimed to declare martial law to prevent President Lula from taking power.
- Despite evidence, Bolsonaro denied any coup involvement and evaded handing over power to Lula.
- Investigations reveal Bolsonaro attempted to organize a coup involving active and retired military officers.
US Supreme Court rejects New Mexico official's appeal of insurrection ouster: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an ousted New Mexico county ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Rejects Appeal by Former New Mexico County Commissioner
- The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from a former New Mexico county commissioner who was removed from office due to his participation in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection.
- Former commissioner Couy Griffin, known for his support of Donald Trump, received the first disqualification under the 14th Amendment, sparking potential repercussions for other officials involved in the Capitol attack.
- The ruling in Griffin's case could set precedents for holding state and local elected officials accountable for their roles in the January 6 insurrection.
- Griffin's appeal contested the state court's authority to enforce the anti-insurrection clause of the 14th Amendment and urged the Supreme Court to clarify the definition of 'insurrection' in relation to the events of January 6.
Fenerbahce to consider withdrawing from Super Lig after players attacked: Fenerbahce will consider withdrawing from the Turkish top flight after some of their ...
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Quick Glance: Conflict Arises Between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce
- Conflicts emerged between players and fans on the pitch after the game.
- Trabzonspor fans stormed the field and attacked Fenerbahce players.
- Tensions escalated when Batshuayi scored the crucial goal and objects were thrown onto the field.
- The Turkish Football Federation denounced the incidents as 'unacceptable' and vowed to take legal action against those responsible.
US standards body says ByteDance researcher wrongly added to AI safety groupchat: A researcher from TikTok's Chinese owner ByteDance was wrongly added to a ...
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Number of South Korea marriages edges up in 2023 after 11 years of falls: The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Witnesses Increase in Marriage Rates in 2023 After Long Decline
- The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a decade, driven by pent-up demand from couples who postponed their weddings during the pandemic.
- The slight uptick in marriages last year followed a significant decline in South Korea's fertility rate in 2023, as women, concerned about career advancement and the cost of raising children, delayed childbirth or opted not to have children.
- Marriages involving foreign partners saw a notable increase for the second consecutive year, rising by 18.3% to 19,717.
- The government has pledged to implement 'extraordinary measures' to address the low birth rate, with political parties promising public housing and easier loans for young South Koreans ahead of the April election.
President Maia Sandu launched a campaign to promote an upcoming referendum on Moldova's push to join the European Union, calling on civil leaders to rally ... Show more
'It's been difficult', Alcaraz all smiles again after Indian Wells triumph: Carlos Alcaraz said his successful Indian Wells title defence was all the sweeter ...
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Quick Glance: Alcaraz vs. Sinner: Who Will Win in Indian Wells?
- Sinner has been playing better than Alcaraz for the past six months, with Alcaraz's form fading after his Wimbledon win.
- Alcaraz has the talent to beat anyone when playing well and could have advantages as an underdog on the slow hard courts of Indian Wells.
- Alcaraz has been working on his serve, potentially turning his only weakness into a strength, which could make a difference in a head-to-head matchup against Sinner.
- Alcaraz has the potential to improve and could challenge Sinner in a possible third masterpiece in the desert on Saturday.
A volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time since December, spewing smoke and bright orange lava into the sky www.reuters.com/world/europe/iceland-volcano-erupts-again-met-office-says-2024-03-16/
Quick Glance: State of Emergency Declared Following Another Volcanic Eruption in Iceland
- A state of emergency was announced after a volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time within a few months.
- Lava flowed from the Sundhnúksgíga crater row, resulting in the evacuation of a local fishing village and a luxury spa.
- Scientists indicated on Sunday morning that the eruption seems to be losing strength and could diminish in the following hours.
- Airports across the country, including in the capital Reykjavík, remain “unaffected,” as stated on the Keflavik Airport website.
UNICEF says over 13,000 children killed in Gaza in Israel offensive: The U.N. children's agency said on Sunday over 13,000 children have been killed in Gaza in ...
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Three right-wing groups sued the Biden administration on Monday over its approval of a wind project off the coast of Virginia ... Show more
China protests Taiwan minister's role at Seoul summit backed by U.S.: China rebuked South Korea on Monday for Taiwan's participation in a U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Taiwan's Minister at U.S.-Backed Seoul Summit
- China criticizes South Korea for Taiwan's involvement at a democracy summit in Seoul, where Digital Minister Audrey Tang delivered an unexpected video message.
- China opposes Taiwan's participation at the conference, urging Seoul to adhere to the one-China principle and not provide a platform for Taiwanese independence forces.
- Tang's presence at the event was not disclosed beforehand by authorities in Taiwan or South Korea. She emphasized the necessity of a democratic approach to address artificial intelligence challenges in her video message.
- Tang's attendance at Biden's inaugural democracy summit in 2021 also sparked objections from China, prompting U.S. officials to halt the video feed of her comments following a map in her presentation depicting Taiwan distinct from China.
Taiwan's vice president-elect makes Czech visit after US trip: Taiwan's vice president-elect and former de facto ambassador to Washington, Hsiao Bi-khim ...
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US IRS chief sees workforce topping 100,000 within three years: Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Danny Werfel said on Monday that the tax agency will need ...
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Which countries had the worst air quality in 2023?: Pakistan remained one of the world's three smoggiest countries in 2023, as Bangladesh and India replaced Chad ...
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Nvidia adds generative AI to power humanoid robots: Nvidia on Monday announced a hardware and software platform for building human-like robots that includes ...
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Residents in Kyiv said the re-election of President Vladimir Putin meant things were likely to get much worse in Ukraine, with a possible escalation of attacks ...
Blinken says authoritarian regimes using tech to undermine democracy: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday technology should be employed to ...
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The Namibian town of Swakopmund is enjoying a boom in sandboarding following a collapse in tourist numbers due to the global health crisis www.reuters.com/world/africa/sandboarding-makes-post-covid-comeback-namibia-desert-town-2024-03-18/
Nvidia unveils flagship AI chip, the B200, aiming to extend dominance: Artificial-intelligence semiconductor powerhouse Nvidia unveiled a flagship AI chip ...
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China drone maker EHang starts selling flying taxis on Taobao: Chinese drone maker EHang Holidings has started selling its EH216-S model flying taxi on Taobao ...
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UNICEF says over 13,000 children killed in Gaza in Israel offensive: The U.N. children's agency said on Sunday over 13,000 children have been killed in Gaza in ...
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Nvidia expands ties with Chinese EV makers as auto AI race heats up: Nvidia said on Monday it is expanding its collaborations with BYD and other Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Nvidia Expands Partnerships with Chinese EV Makers
- Nvidia expands collaborations with Chinese automakers to advance self-driving vehicles and AI technology.
- BYD to utilize Nvidia's Drive Thor chips for autonomous driving and digital functions.
- Chinese auto brands intensify partnerships with Nvidia to enhance global presence.
- Nvidia announces partnerships with companies like Cerence and Lenovo for AI technology development.
Brazil's Embraer sees deliveries, revenue growing in 2024: Brazilian planemaker Embraer expects both its aircraft deliveries and revenue to grow in 2024 ...
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US officials to brief senators Wednesday on threats posed by TikTok, aide says: U.S. national security officials will hold a closed-door briefing on Wednesday ...
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US to return emergency oil reserve to prior levels by year-end: U.S. oil stocks in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) at year-end will be at or exceeding the ...
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Nvidia supplier SK Hynix begins mass production of next generation memory chip: SK Hynix Inc said on Tuesday it has begun mass production of next-generation ...
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Alphabet and Apple have cause to circle AI wagons: The enemy of Alphabet’s enemy may be its friend. The $1.8 trillion search giant pays Apple billions of dollars ...
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A Dubai-based company Lootah Biofuels develops biodiesel from used cooking oil in hopes of promoting sustainable transportation in one of the world's major ...
Swiss police stop far-right Austrian politician speaking at event: A far-right Austrian politician was stopped by the police from speaking at an event in the ...
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Quick Glance: Swiss police halt far-right Austrian politician at event
- A far-right Austrian politician, Martin Sellner, was prevented by the police from speaking at an event in the Swiss canton of Aargau after the organizers failed to comply with a police request to cancel the event.
- Sellner, leader of the Identitarian Movement, had intended to discuss 'remigration' at the event organized by the Swiss group 'Junge Tat', a concept where some immigrants could be compelled to leave the country, even if they hold citizenship.
- Police confirmed the shutdown of the event due to the organizers' non-compliance. This action was taken to ensure public safety and prevent clashes with opposing individuals.
- Sellner described on a social media platform how the police raided the event, cut off electricity, handcuffed him, and expelled him from the canton's territory. He is now barred from returning to Aargau for 2 months.
Top oil executives took to the stage of a major energy conference on Monday to vocally oppose calls for a quick move away from fossil fuels ... Show more
Protest erupts in eastern Cuba amid blackouts, food shortages: Hundreds in Cuba's second-largest city, Santiago, engaged in a rare public protest on Sunday ...
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A volcano in Iceland that erupted on March 16 for the fourth time since December was still spewing smoke and bright orange lava into the air ...
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Workers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga, Tennessee, assembly plant are seeking an election to join the United Auto Workers union ... Show more
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Climate protesters can't rely on beliefs in criminal damage cases, UK court rules
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Berkshire Hathaway speeds up stock buybacks: Berkshire Hathaway has increased its pace of repurchasing its own shares, a sign that longtime Chairman Warren ...
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Putin warns the West that a Russia-NATO conflict is one step away from World War Three, Chinese military and state-run media slam the US after @Reuters report on ... Show more
Exclusive: Fidelity International plans to cut 16% of China fund unit jobs: Fund manager Fidelity International (FIL) is planning to lay off 20 people at its ...
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Pfizer offloads $3.9 bln stake in Sensodyne-maker Haleon: Haleon said on Tuesday top shareholder Pfizer offloaded a roughly $3.9 billion stake in the consumer ...
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Major Gulf bourses mixed in early trade; Fed meet in focus: Major stock markets in the Gulf put in a mixed performance in early trade on Tuesday ...
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Quick Glance: Wall Street Finishes Higher, Balancing Fed Nerves with AI Enthusiasm
- Wall Street's main indexes closed higher on Monday, with megacap growth stocks like Alphabet and Tesla supporting a rebound in the technology-heavy Nasdaq while investors also eagerly awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting this week.
- Alphabet provided a significant boost to the market after a media report that Apple is in talks to integrate Google's Gemini AI engine into the iPhone.
- Tesla shares finished up 6.3%, leading S&P 500 percentage gains, after the electric carmaker announced it would soon increase the price of its Model Y EVs in parts of Europe.
- The Nasdaq snapped three straight days of losses, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index gave up gains, and the S&P 500 Technology Index rose by 0.5%.
China property’s Enron damp squib may yet surprise: When is a $78 billion fraud nothing to worry about? Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index lost 1% on Tuesday ...
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Many hospitals in China stop newborn delivery services as birth rate drops: Many hospitals in China have stopped offering newborn delivery services this year ...
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