A tepid economic recovery, fear of Russian aggression, and the prospect of a Trump electoral victory in the U.S. are nudging Europe closer to China.
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U.S. and Europe Move Closer to Using Russian Assets to Help Ukraine
Finance ministers from the G7 nations are hoping to finalize a plan ahead of the group’s leaders meeting next month.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
The U.S. Raised Tariffs on China. Now It Wants Europe's Support.
Washington is trying to wrangle its European allies into a united front against a surge in Chinese exports.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The threat of Russian nationalism looms over Europe
A fragile sense of nationhood is one of Russia’s many complexities.The Hill - Politics - Russia -
Beyond tariffs, US economic strength is key to containing China
By leveraging its economic strength and showing unwavering determination, the U.S. can reestablish its prestige, deterring and inhibiting the CCP from challenging Taiwan or the global order.The Hill - Politics - China -
Trump allies plead not guilty in Arizona 'fake electors' case
Donald Trump allies pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Arizona on charges related to a plan to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state.NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
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Europe Sees Signs of Russian Sabotage but Hesitates to Blame Kremlin
Governments have warned of acute threats but often stopped short of accusing Moscow over a lack of evidence and concern about spreading panic at home.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
Ukraine fears new Russian offensive is only ‘the first wave’ in a brutal summer
President Volodymr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia's new offensive in the northeastern Kharkiv region could be just the first wave while U.S. aid delays hurt Kyiv.NBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Trump VP prospect Doug Burgum and GOP megadonor Harold Hamm are allies in business and politics
Donald Trump's potential choice to be his running mate is closely tied to the oil and gas business.CNBC - Business - Donald Trump -
In China, Deepfakes of ‘Russian’ Women Point to ‘Nationalistic Sexism’
A.I.-manipulated videos on Chinese sites use young, supposedly Russian women to promote China-Russia ties, stoke patriotism — and make money.The New York Times - World - China -
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Putin visits China’s ‘Little Moscow’ as allies seek to cement economic ties – live
Leader visits city known for historically large Russian population on second day of visit. Putin and Xi announce plans to strengthen military ties in BeijingWhile Putin’s visit to China continues, back in Russia his deputy foreign minister has ...The Guardian - World - China -
U.S. Seeks to Join Forces With Europe to Combat Excess Chinese Goods
Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen warned that China’s industrial strategy posed a global threat that requires a united response.The New York Times - Business -
U.S. Fears Undersea Cables Are Vulnerable to Espionage From Chinese Repair Ships
U.S. officials are warning telecommunications companies that undersea cables that ferry internet traffic across the Pacific Ocean could be vulnerable to tampering by Chinese repair ships.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Rudy Giuliani and 10 other Trump allies arraigned in Arizona fake electors case
The Washington Post’s Yvonne Wingett Sanchez and KPNX-TV's Brahm Resnik join Meet the Press NOW as nearly a dozen Trump allies were arraigned in Arizona on charges related to their alleged involvement in a plan to overturn the state's 2020 ...NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Zelenskiy says situation in Kharkiv under control but he fears second Russian attack
Ukraine’s president says air defences must quadruple to halt Russian advance as morale falls among troops. The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, has said he expects Russia to step up its offensive in the north-east and warned Kyiv has only ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Disappearing ink, fake polls and voter fraud: EU fears as Russian propaganda ads target Euro elections
Researcher uncovers vast Facebook campaign and accuses Meta of ‘lack of willingness’ to counter it. The stories are doom-laden, laced with vitriolic sneers about Emmanuel Macron, Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Ursula von der Leyen. Ukrainians are “ready ...The Guardian - World - European Union -
Trump shares video suggesting his victory will bring 'unified Reich'
Former President Donald Trump's account shared a video on social media Monday that referred to a "unified Reich" among possible developments if he were to win re-election in November, drawing criticism from President Joe Biden and his campaign.NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Last pandas in the U.S. are going back to China
The last pandas in the U.S. --four at Zoo Atlanta -- will soon be heading back to China this fall as a loan agreement expiresCBS News - Top stories - China -
The U.S. Finally Has a Strategy to Compete With China. Will It Work?
The strategy, which took seven years to come together, is a three-legged stool consisting of tariffs, security restrictions and tech subsidies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S.-China tensions are blocking the road for EV manufacturers
Biden administration is confident that U.S. car companies will adapt to new tariffs on Chinese-made products.MarketWatch - Business - China -
Grant Thornton will lay off about 350 U.S. employees as the accounting firm moves closer to selling a stake in its U.S. unit to a private-equity firm.
Grant Thornton will lay off about 350 U.S. employees as the accounting firm moves closer to selling a stake in its U.S. unit to a private-equity firm.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Senate GOP fears Trump setting bar too low for Biden
Senate Republicans say former President Trump is making a mistake in setting too-low expectations for President Biden at their initial debate next month as he argues his successor at the White House “can’t put two sentences together.” They say ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Abortion access finds wide support, but inflation, immigration fears propel Trump
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?CBS News - Politics - Abortion -
Gold Futures Set New Record on China Debt, Rate-Cut Hopes and Geopolitical Fears
Gold futures reached a new record settlement as Chinese investors flock to safe havens, rate-cut hopes grow and geopolitical tensions mount.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
A Closer Look
Selections from ‘There’s a Mountain in This Book’ by Rachel Elliot, illustrated by Genevieve LacroixThe Wall Street Journal - World -
Putin meets Xi as Russia-China ties flourish amid tension with U.S.
Xi Jinping welcomes Vladimir Putin to Beijing - talking peace in Ukraine amid a backdrop of war and growing tension with the U.S. and NATO.CBS News - Politics - China -
Last pandas in the U.S. have a timetable to fly back to China
Atlanta received Lun Lun and Yang Yang from China in 1999 as part of a 25-year loan agreement that will soon expire.CBS News - Top stories - China -
Yellen says U.S. wants to diversify, not decouple, from China
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the U.S. is trying to diversify but not decouple from China, a week after a series of new tariffs were introduced.MarketWatch - Business - China -
Yellen Urges Joint U.S.-European Anti-Dumping Response to China
The Treasury Secretary calls for a coordinated policy that keeps cheap goods from flooding both markets and sustains domestic manufacturing.Inc. - Business - China -
Russian state media say jailed U.S. soldier has entered a guilty plea
Russian media say U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, who has been jailed for two weeks, is cooperating with authorities and has pleaded guilty to theft.CBS News - Politics - Russia -
Russian Gains in Ukraine Don't Point to a Breakthrough for Moscow, Top U.S. Generals Say
Kyiv says it is now thwarting Russian advances in the north. U.S. sees Moscow grabbing territory but not gaining strategic advantage.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Microsoft Asks Hundreds of China-Based AI Staff to Consider Relocating Amid U.S.-China Tensions
The request comes as the Biden administration toughens controls on China’s access to cutting-edge American technology.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
Iran’s Next Leaders Face a Choice: Aggression or Caution
The question is whether the successors to the president and foreign minister will take a similar path by keeping slivers of communication open, and avoiding direct conflict with the United States.The New York Times - Top stories - Iran -
NYPD Responded Aggressively to Protests After Promises to Change
Violent responses to pro-Palestinian activists follow a sweeping agreement aimed at striking an equilibrium between preserving public safety and the rights of protesters.The New York Times - Top stories -
Introducing The Economics Show with Soumaya Keynes
On the first episode: has the US finally borrowed too much?Financial Times - World -
Biden’s economic messaging is falling flat
Strong national data obscures Americans’ everyday strugglesFinancial Times - World - Joe Biden -
China sanctions Boeing, two other U.S. defense companies on day of Taiwan's presidential inauguration
China sanctions Boeing, two other U.S. defense companies on day of Taiwan's presidential inaugurationABC News - World - China -
Smaller European brands are embracing the U.S. as alternative growth markets such as China and Russia become increasingly fraught.
Smaller European brands are embracing the U.S. as alternative growth markets such as China and Russia become increasingly fraught.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Microsoft is asking hundreds of employees in its China-based cloud-computing and AI operations to consider transferring outside the country, as it finds itself caught in the crosshairs of escalating U.S.-China tensions.
Microsoft is asking hundreds of employees in its China-based cloud-computing and AI operations to consider transferring outside the country, as it finds itself caught in the crosshairs of escalating U.S.-China tensions.The Wall Street Journal - World