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New US Rule Aims to Block China’s Access to AI Chips and Models by Restricting the World
The US government has announced a radical plan to control exports of cutting-edge AI technology to most nations.Wired - 1d -
Lauren Macuga wins a World Cup super-G race with Lindsey Vonn 4th on stellar day for US ski team
On a stellar day for the United States ski team, Lauren Macuga got her first World Cup win in a super-G and Lindsey Vonn impressed again in fourth place at St. Anton, AustriaABC News - 2d -
Why Visa’s stock could be a better play than Mastercard’s this year
Visa’s more U.S.-focused business looks like an asset, according to Seaport Research.MarketWatch - 15h -
5 Simple Productivity Tricks Anyone Can Use
The only morning ritual that matters is the one that makes you productive all day.Inc. - 1d -
Estimated cost of Thames Water renationalisation questioned
Comparison with Bulb government loans gives exaggerated forecast, experts claimFinancial Times - 2d -
Boeing production in 2024 expected to be less than half of rival Airbus
US planemaker may have delivered 340 aircraft compared with 766 of European group, analysis suggests. Boeing is expected to confirm it made less than half of the aircraft of its rival Airbus in ...The Guardian - 2d -
What US workers can expect from Trump’s second term
New administration expected to largely favour employers over the rank and file on issues such as remote workFinancial Times - 3d -
Trump’s second term threatens US leadership on global health
Wellbeing of billions could be hit if administration cuts funding and spurns scientific best practiceFinancial Times - 3d -
Are Roth IRAs really better? Not necessarily.
Roths may be overrated for most investors, new research suggests.MarketWatch - 3d -
Meta and Amazon axe diversity initiatives joining US corporate rollback
The companies are among the latest major corporations to alter their diversity programmes since Trump's re-election.BBC News - 4d -
Stock market plunges after better-than-expected December jobs report
The Labor Department reported Friday that 265,000 jobs were added to the U.S. economy in December, which was roughly 100,000 more than expected. The unemployment rate also fell to 4.1%. CBS News ...CBS News - 4d -
Nordstrom raises sales outlook after holiday season was better than feared
CEO Erik Nordstrom credited the company's "efforts to remain competitive in the promotional environment and the strength of our offering."CNBC - 4d -
2024 was hottest year on record for world’s land and oceans, US scientists confirm
Noaa says last year was the warmest since records began in 1850 and Nasa concurs: ‘The long-term trends are very clear’. It was the hottest year ever recorded for the world’s lands and oceans in ...The Guardian - 4d -
TikTok, Facing a US Ban, Is Also Waging Legal Battles Around the World
TikTok is challenging a possible ban or forced sale to new owners in the United States, but has for several years been waging other fights in at least 20 countries.The New York Times - 4d -
College Football Playoff: Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard briefly leaves Orange Bowl win in second quarter
The back of Leonard's head appeared to hit the turf after he was hit.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
World’s richest use up their fair share of 2025 carbon budget in 10 days
Emissions caused by wealthiest 1% so far this year would take someone from poorest 50% three years to create. The world’s richest 1% have already used up their fair share of the global carbon ...The Guardian - 5d -
US warns of risk from most of world’s online pharmacies
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative warned there’s a risk of ineffective or dangerous drugs from online pharmacies that are being illegally run. In a report released Wednesday, the office ...The Hill - 5d -
5.8-magnitude earthquake shakes El Salvador; no initial reports of damage
A strong earthquake drove frightened residents of El Salvador’s capital into the streets, but there was no immediate report of damage or deathsABC News - 5d -
Sources: Batting champ Luis Arraez fits Mets better than Yankees
The Mets seem slightly more open to trading to Luis Arraez than the Yankees do.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Release date for 'The Last Of Us' second season teased in new trailer
The new season covers the events of the series' second game and adds Kaitlyn Dever as Abby to the main cast.ESPN - 5d -
Export-Import Bank launches initiative to counter China's mineral dominance
The federal government is launching an initiative to support foreign minerals projects that exclude China as part of an effort to bolster U.S. supply chains. The Export-Import Bank (EXIM), a ...The Hill - 6d -
World Anti-Doping Agency faces crisis after US government withholds funding
US Anti Doping Agency says move ‘protects athletes’ Wada retaliates by barring US from key committees The World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) is facing a crisis after the US government defaulted on ...The Guardian - 6d -
‘He left the world better than he found it’: Harris honors Carter with eulogy
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a eulogy honoring former President Jimmy Carter and his accomplishments during his memorial at the U.S. Capitol.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
How to use AI to be more productive and successful at work
Smarter by CNBC Make It's online course will help you understand new AI tools and how you can use them to save time at work, in your business, and in life.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Trump’s second term: what will it mean for America and the world?
Join webinar for FT subscribers on January 23 at 1300 GMTFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Fewer than 1 in 1,000 US adolescents receive gender-affirming medications, researchers find
Fewer than 1 in 1,000 U.S. adolescents with commercial insurance received gender-affirming medications during a recent five-year periodABC News - Jan. 6 -
DMC and Niko Moon launch initiative for addiction support at concerts
DMC of Run-DMC and country star Niko Moon join forces with "One Million Strong" to create sober-friendly spaces at concerts, helping fans and artists affected by addiction.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
What to know about the Meta glasses the New Orleans attacker used to scout the French Quarter
The FBI says the New Orleans truck attacker who killed 14 people had previously scouted the French Quarter and recorded video with his Meta smart glassesABC News - Jan. 6 -
Germany to release inflation estimate for 2024
Yahoo News - Jan. 6 -
Why a home equity loan could be better than a HELOC this January
There's a strong case to be made for choosing a home equity loan over a HELOC this month. Here's what to consider.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Jeff Bezos says everything on Earth is better than it was 50 years ago—except for 1 thing
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says the "good old days" are a myth, and everything is getting better — except for the state of Earth's natural environment.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Johnson initially fails to secure speakership on first ballot
Two House Republicans joined Rep. Thomas Massie in opposing Johnson for speaker on the floor.Politico - Jan. 3 -
Paul Goldschmidt, joining Yankees, says of his 2024 season with Cardinals: ‘I’m better than this’
Paul Goldschmidt went through a miserable first four months last year, including a career-worst 0-for-32 slide that ended with a May 11 ninth-inning single to avoid his first five-strikeout game.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
Djokovic ousted by Opelka in Brisbane quarters
Novak Djokovic was beaten 7-6 (6), 6-3 by big-serving Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarterfinals on Friday.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
World Juniors 2025: Semifinals Set After Exciting Quarters With Canada Losing Again
The world juniors semifinals are set to feature the Sweden and Finland rivalry, while the USA will face a Czechia squad that eliminated Canada in the quarterfinal.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3 -
New Yankees 1B Paul Goldschmidt looking to bounce back from down 2024 season: 'I’m better than this'
Paul Goldschmidt was introduced as the newest member of the Yankees on Thursday, saying he's hopeful he'll bounce back from his down season in 2024.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2 -
Djokovic and Sabalenka through to Brisbane quarters
Novak Djokovic will face Reilly Opelka for the first time after reaching the Brisbane International quarter-finals.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2 -
Djokovic beats Monfils to reach Brisbane quarters
Novak Djokovic will face Reilly Opelka for the first time after reaching the Brisbane International quarter-finals.BBC News - Jan. 2