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Apple, Google, Meta targeted under new European law meant to prevent cornering of digital markets
European Union regulators have opened investigations into Apple, Google and Meta, in the first cases under a sweeping new law designed to stop Big Tech companies from cornering digital markets that took effect earlier this monthABC News - World -
Utah lawmaker blames 'diversity' for Baltimore bridge collapse
Diversity, equity and inclusion has become such a flashpoint across the country that a politician in Utah, state Rep.NBC News - Top stories -
Meta, Google, Apple face EU probes over new tech regulations
The European Union launched investigations into Meta, Google and Apple to review if the three U.S.-based tech giants’ recently announced measures comply with the EU’s new tech regulations, the European Commission announced Monday. The ...The Hill - Politics -
'You Can't Do That!' Lawmakers' Kids Confront Them Over TikTok Crackdown.
Over burritos. In school drop-off line. Moms and dads of Congress get an earful from their own teens and tweens amid debate over a ban or forced sale of the app.The Wall Street Journal - World - Tiktok -
US places bets on European companies in $6bn effort to clean up its heavy industry
Biden administration push to decarbonise draws in companies from Sweden, Denmark and GermanyFinancial Times - World -
Despite appearances, Congress is quietly improving functionality
Behind the scenes the House has made tremendous progress in making Congress more transparent to the American people and bolstering its capacity to hold a runaway executive branch accountable.The Hill - Politics -
NFL bans dangerous tackle. So why are players miffed?
There's a subtle distinction to the language being used by the competition committee, just enough to concern the NFLPA about enforcing the change.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Girl Scouts quietly welcome hundreds of young migrant girls
"If it has to do with young girls in New York City, then it's not political," said Meridith Maskara, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.CBS News - Top stories -
U.S. and U.K. announce sanctions over China-linked hacks on election watchdog and lawmakers
The U.S. and British governments on Monday announced sanctions against a company and two people linked to the Chinese government over a string of malicious cyberactivity targeting the U.K.’s election watchdog and lawmakers in both countries.NBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Six presumed dead after ship collides with Baltimore bridge
US Coast Guard says six people are presumed dead and search and rescue efforts have been called off.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden on bridge collapse: 'The people of Baltimore can count on us'
President Biden spoke about the collapse of a major bridge in Baltimore after it was struck by a cargo ship. The president called the incident a "terrible accident" and discussed how the federal government will assist response efforts in Maryland.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
US automakers rerouting ships from Baltimore following bridge collapse
U.S. automakers said they will reroute shipments after the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday morning. Cargo ship Dali, which was headed to Sri Lanka, slammed into a bridge support after losing power around 1:30 a.m., ...The Hill - Politics -
How a US bridge collapsed after being struck by a ship
A huge search operation is under way after the bridge in Maryland snapped and plunged into the water.BBC News - Top stories -
Baltimore bridge collapse: US braces for supply chain disruption
Downing of Francis Scott Key Bridge disrupts shipping of cars and parts and risks loss of Baltimore’s cargo trade to other ports. The US transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, warned of “major and protracted impact to supply chains” following ...The Guardian - World -
Insurance loss for US bridge collapse could hit $3bn
It could cost insurance companies $1.2bn for the bridge damages and millions more for the six deaths.BBC News - Top stories -
Taiwan leader, European parliamentarians promote closer ties
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Remembering Maurizio Pollini, a Giant of European Pianists
The Italian pianist, who died on Saturday at age 82, applied brilliant technique and a delicate sound to a wide range of repertoire, from Mozart and Beethoven to Stravinsky, Bartók and Schoenberg.The Wall Street Journal - World -
European flying car technology sold to China
The Slovakian AirCar, built with a BMW engine and run on normal fuel, will now be made in China.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Will an Apple-Google AI partnership get past regulators?
Any deal — especially one involving AI — will capture the attention of federal and state lawmakers, the Biden administration, consumer-privacy advocates and government regulators.MarketWatch - Business - Google -
U.S. Regulators Urge Congress to Look Into Grocery Profits
Antitrust concerns among the biggest chains date back to pandemic-era supply chain issues.Inc. - Business -
UK regulator warns ‘finfluencers’ to adhere to advertising rules
FCA says those who flout rules around financial promotions face potential criminal prosecutionFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Chemours Responds to Regulators, Prosecutors About Internal Audit
In its annual filing the company said that its lack of internal control was partially a result of senior management failing to set an appropriate tone, specifically related to the delayed payments.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Lloyd’s of London revival will require more nimble regulation
There is still a fragility to the recent success of the world’s oldest insurance marketFinancial Times - Business -
Chemours Responds to Regulators, Prosecutors About Internal Audit
In its annual filing the company said that its lack of internal control was partially a result of senior management failing to set an appropriate tone, specifically related to the delayed payments.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Lawyers Gear Up for Swift Start in Legal Fight Over Baltimore Bridge
The battle over who will pay for the damage and loss could take a decade, but most insurance claims will be paid much sooner.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years over role in FTX collapse
Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for his role in the sudden collapse of the FTX crypto exchange. Prosecutors say he defrauded customers out of more than $8 billion, one of the largest financial crimes in U.S. history. Errol ...CBS News - Top stories - Crypto -
How Greene’s bid to topple Johnson could blow up the House — or in her own face
One House Republican summed up the fear: Her move could “deliver aid to Ukraine” by giving Johnson no choice but to seek common cause with Democrats.Politico - Politics -
Tensions rising in Congress over how to fund rebuilding of Baltimore's collapsed bridge
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US and Japan plan biggest upgrade to security pact in over 60 years
Biden and Kishida to announce move to counter China at White House meeting next monthFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
US and EU differ over the future of fossil fuel subsidies in OECD talks
Second round of discussions ends without significant progress on export credit policiesFinancial Times - World -
Visa and Mastercard agree $30bn settlement over US transaction fees
Sellers will be able to charge different prices to consumers based on the card they useFinancial Times - Business -
State department official’s resignation highlights rifts over US Gaza policy
Annelle Sheline says ‘I no longer wanted to be affiliated with this administration,’ claiming Biden is flouting US law over Israel. • Biden administration’s Gaza strategy panned as ‘mess’ amid clashing goalsA human rights official has resigned ...The Guardian - World