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US-backed Syrian force that defeated IS 5 years ago warns group still poses international threat
The U.S.-backed force that defeated the Islamic State group in Syria five years ago is warning that the extremists still pose grave dangers throughout the worldABC News - World -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.1% to 98.95
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.1% to 98.95 — up nine of the past 12 trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
WuXi AppTec's Net Profit Jumps, Reiterates It Doesn't Pose Security Threat
Chinese biotechnology company WuXi AppTec said net profit jumped last year, while reiterating that it doesn’t pose a security threat to any country amid worries over a potential U.S. ban.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Trump Will Face His Greatest Fears as Two Legal Threats Coincide Monday
Donald J. Trump could receive a trial date for his criminal hush-money case on the same day that he must provide a half-billion bond for a civil fraud judgment.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Homeowners in these U.S. cities face the greatest threat from climate change
Images of neighborhoods devastated by natural disasters have become commonplace in recent years, but a new study finds that properties in some U.S. cities are especially imperiled.The Hill - Politics - Climate -
Baltimore bridge collapse poses little threat to U.S. economic growth, experts say
President Joe Biden said he expects the federal government to cover the cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge.CNBC - Business -
FirstFT: Larry Fink warns of looming ‘retirement crisis’
Also in today’s newsletter, latest on Baltimore bridge collapse, and Donald Trump’s inner circleFinancial Times - World -
UK MPs to be given warnings on threat of Chinese cyber attacks
Reprisals expected just as company from China eyes investment in Midlands battery gigafactoryFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Larry Fink warns retirement crisis looms for ageing world population
BlackRock chief’s annual letter also embraces ‘energy pragmatism’ amid attacks over climate stanceFinancial Times - Business -
Nigeria's central bank hikes interest rate to 24.75% as it battles sky-high inflation, currency crisis
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday hiked its key interest rate by 200 basis points, as Africa's largest economy looks to recover from a historic currency crisis and soaring inflation.CNBC - Business -
Yellen warns China's surplus of solar panels, EVs could be dumped on global markets
Janet Yellen said she will confront her Chinese counterparts about their solar, EV trade practices in an upcoming visit to China.CNBC - Business - China -
Yellen warns China’s surplus of solar panels, EVs could be dumped on global markets
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday warned that China is treating the global economy as a dumping ground for its cheaper clean energy products.NBC News - Top stories - China -
A U.K. court upheld the conviction of Tom Hayes, the alleged ringleader of a conspiracy among big banks and brokers to rig interest rates during the global financial crisis.
A U.K. court upheld the conviction of Tom Hayes, the alleged ringleader of a conspiracy among big banks and brokers to rig interest rates during the global financial crisis.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Solving the greatest mystery in aviation history
Ten years after a plane carrying 239 people vanished, can new evidence finally locate it?BBC News - Top stories -
Rishi Sunak’s greatest liability is his deluded party
Tory MPs and aides need to recognise the rightward lurch that has occurred during his premiershipFinancial Times - Business -
US-China Decoupling Poses Supply Chain Risks for Drug Companies
A proposed bill in Congress targets Chinese biotech businesses that play an important role in developing drugs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Posing questions to "Jeopardy!" champion-turned-host Ken Jennings
He was an all-time "Jeopardy!" champion who became host of the venerable game show that is marking its 60th year on the air. Ken Jennings talks about training as a contestant, and what it means to him to succeed the late Alex Trebek.CBS News - Entertainment -
Destiny 2 Into The Light's Brave Arsenal Is A Guns Greatest Hits Collection
Bungie is bringing a host of fan-favorite guns back to Destiny 2 with its upcoming Into the Light free content release, updating some of the most fun and most lethal weapons to ever appear in the game with new perks and capabilities.The developer ...GameSpot - Tech -
‘Every single work is a masterpiece’: the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of the greatest Flemish drawings
A new show brings together historic sketches from Bruegel to Rubens and more, capturing fleeting snapshots of everyday 16th- and 17th-century life. The women gather in a circle, talking intensely and unselfconsciously, their attention passing from ...The Guardian - World -
The Secret Salary Survey That Provides N.F.L. Coaches With Leverage
In a league structured to create parity, paying coaches is one potential avenue for competitive advantages.The New York Times - Sports - NFL -
Half of women in music experience discrimination, survey finds
Misogyny and harassment are still major problems for female musicians in the UK, a new report finds.BBC News - Top stories -
The weakest links in the global economy are on the mend
Some of the most prominent beleaguered nations are now carrying out radical reformsFinancial Times - Business -
Freight shipping on German inland waterways in long-term decline
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Singapore Inflation Quickened Unexpectedly in February
Inflation accelerated unexpectedly in Singapore as prices in key categories like food picked up, backing views that any potential monetary easing is still some time away.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The threat of closed primaries is growing
A dozen U.S. states, both Democratic and Republican Party led, will shut out tens of millions of voters in closed primaries this year. That number increases to almost half of all states during the presidential primary. It could get even worse.The Hill - Politics -
America’s Affordable Housing Crisis
The housing crisis is likely to be solved in cities and states, not Washington.The New York Times - Top stories -
Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ film got 4.6 million views on Disney+. But here’s why it’s not ‘The Greatest Show on Earth.’
The Ringling circus is back, but can it compete against the pop juggernaut?MarketWatch - Business -
Global AIDS program survives, but backers 'not satisfied'
America’s global AIDS relief program has been authorized for another year in the bipartisan budget deal, but public health advocates say the single year sends a worrying signal about U.S. commitment on the issue moving forward. The minibus passed ...The Hill - Politics -
Are Hong Kong's days as a global business hub over?
A tough new security law comes at a time when businesses were already wary of the city.BBC News - Top stories -
UN Adopts First Global Artificial Intelligence Resolution
Pushed by U.S., the General Assembly creates "a baseline set of principles to guide next steps in AIs development and use."Inc. - Business - United Nations -
Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar
Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar for Week of March 25, 2024ABC News - Entertainment -
Inflation, immigration top concerns among voters: poll
Inflation and immigration are the top concerns among voters ahead of November’s general election, according to a new Harvard CAPS-Harris poll released on Monday. Thirty-six percent of voters said that immigration was the most important issue ...The Hill - Politics -
U.K. Inflation Problem Might Turn on Its Head
U.K. price inflation could switch to being too low for the Bank of England’s comfort after a couple of years of running too high, Capital Economics’ chief U.K. economist says.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Japan's corporate service inflation steady in February
Yahoo News - World - Japan -
Comex Gold Settles 0.04% Higher at $2175.60
Front month Comex gold for March delivery gained 0.04% to settle at $2175.60 per troy ounce.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Inflation Requires Caution for Brazil's Central Bank
Brazil’s central bank may have room to keep easing monetary policy gradually, but “core-services inflation underlying dynamics merit attention,” Goldman Sachs’ Alberto Ramos says.The Wall Street Journal - World - Inflation -
Australia's February Inflation Comes in Lower Than Expected
Australia’s monthly inflation indicator came in below expectations in February, signaling that price pressures would likely continue to retreat over coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia -
How a viral $22 burrito explains inflation in the US
A San Francisco taqueria owner made waves after raising the price of a signature dish. We break down the costs – and why economists say it could be justified. Ricardo Lopez’s taqueria is famous for a melt-in-your-mouth birria recipe that takes ...The Guardian - World -
Over half of homeowners fear impact of climate change on property: Survey
Story at a glance The rise of climate change-related extreme weather events like floods, hurricanes and heat waves is worrying homeowners in the U.S. A roughly 2,000-person LendingTree survey published Monday found that 51 percent of homeowners ...The Hill - Politics - Climate -
Kraft: Let down by Pats doc; vows survey fixes
Patriots owner Robert Kraft vows to improve the team's standing in the NFLPA survey that ranked his team 29th out of 32.ESPN - Sports