Study: Germany needs €400 billion to renew crumbling infrastructure

World - Yahoo News - October 24

Chancellor to change debt rules to release billions for infrastructure spending

Rachel Reeves tells the BBC the change will allow the government to borrow more money - but cuts are still expected in her first Budget next week.

Georgia’s crumbling European dream

The Caucasus republic’s future is at stake. So is western credibility

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Asia needs to spend much more to adapt to climate change and limit its damage, bank study says

A study by the Asian Development Bank shows that countries in Asia will suffer worse damage from the climate crisis than other regions and they are not spending enough to limit the damage and adapt ...

World - ABC News - October 30

Germany's Thyssenkrupp pops 10% after narrowing net loss and booking $1 billion impairment charge

Thyssenkrupp on Tuesday reported a 1-billion-euro ($1 billion) impairment on its struggling steel division.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Reeves pledges £1.4bn for 'crumbling' classrooms ahead of Budget

The chancellor says the government will ensure that 50 schools in England are rebuilt every year.

Infrastructure is destiny in the AI era

It’s increasingly clear that building more data centers and power plants will catalyze a reindustrialization of the U.S. that benefits the entire country.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Stripe's $1.1 billion deal for crypto firm Bridge marks much-needed win for VCs

Investors that got into Bridge Network a few months ago are tripling their money after Stripe agreed to buy the crypto company this week.

Business - CNBC - October 23

VW's $5.8 billion investment in Rivian isn't guaranteed. Here are the milestones the EV maker needs to hit

VW's capital to Rivian isn't guaranteed, and neither is the success of the joint venture. Major automotive tie-ups don't always result in long-term successes.

Business - CNBC - November 13

How Wagner’s Ruthless Image Crumbled in Mali

The Russian mercenary group operated with little pushback in the West African nation — until it launched one of its most ambitious missions.

World - The New York Times - November 2

'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages

Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.

5 Tips to Modernize Your IT Infrastructure

Digitally transforming your business on an ongoing basis will save on costs and staff time.

Business - Inc. - October 31

The other side of the UK’s infrastructure problem

Well-planned investable projects are in short supply

World - Financial Times - 11 hours ago

Can the renewables boom withstand Trump?

The Republican candidate’s election victory hit clean energy shares hard

World - Financial Times - November 7

Renewed Israeli airstrikes on Beirut suburb

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

A crumbling system of trade rules awaits Trump’s wrecking ball

The new administration confronts a WTO already undermined by long-standing US disapproval

World - Financial Times - November 14

IBM stock slips on disappointing consulting and infrastructure revenue

IBM's critical software category performed well due to Red Hat's gains, but the consulting and infrastructure segments pulled down overall results.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Silverstone to upgrade infrastructure as F1’s popularity rises

Home of British Grand Prix builds new infrastructure with facilities to foster next generation of racers

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Europe’s critical infrastructure is becoming dangerously vulnerable

Governments must not only learn lessons from Ukraine about security but stimulate higher private sector investment

World - Financial Times - November 5

Tencent to Invest $500 Million in Cloud Infrastructure in Indonesia

Tencent Holdings plans to set up its third internet data center in Indonesia, as the Chinese tech giant furthers its partnership with GoTo Group and Alibaba Group.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 11

Russia launches massive attack at Ukraine's infrastructure

The attack came as fears are mounting about Moscow's intentions to devastate Ukraine's power generation capacity ahead of the cold winter.

'Massive' Russian attack causes Ukraine blackouts

At least 10 people were killed and blackouts will be imposed throughout Ukraine on Monday.

EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure

The European Union says it will lend 91 million euros to Cameroon over the next three years to boost the West African country’s infrastructure and attract foreign investment

World - ABC News - Yesterday

400 years later, accounts of Hungarian 'Blood Countess' remain shrouded in mystery

More than 400 years after her death, the truth about “the Blood Countess,” a Hungarian noblewoman alleged to have been the most prolific female serial killer of all time, remains elusive

World - ABC News - October 30

PepsiCo to Eliminate 400 Jobs as It Shutters 4 Bottling Plants

The closures will affect workers in Cincinnati, Chicago, Harrisburg and Atlanta.

Business - Inc. - October 30

Physical Intelligence, a Specialist in Robot A.I., Raises $400 Million

The start-up raised $400 million in a funding round with investments from the likes of Jeff Bezos, Thrive Capital and OpenAI.

Business - The New York Times - November 4

Klay Thompson returns to cheers from some 400 Warriors employees

Klay Thompson exited the team bus then beamed as he strolled back into Chase Center, greeted by some 400 cheering Warriors employees showing their love and appreciation for the former Golden State ...

Sports - ABC News - November 12

Sources: Amorim to have say on United renewals

Manchester United will give new head coach Rúben Amorim a say before making contract decisions on players approaching the end of their deals, sources have told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - November 4

Hezbollah launches renewed rocket attacks on northern Israel

World - Yahoo News - November 7

Meloni launches renewed effort to detain migrants in Albania

Arrival of asylum seekers from Egypt and Bangladesh will test Italian government’s deal with Tirana

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Congestion Pricing Opponents Renew Attacks as NYC Plan Returns

Gov. Kathy Hochul is letting the tolling program move forward in January. Her critics have jumped on the chance to object to the reversal.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

What Trump's win means for renewable energy

President-elect Trump’s victory has delivered some bad news for climate-friendly energy, but experts say they don’t expect the renewables sector to falter in the long term. Trump has railed ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 hours ago

Israel's first open attack on Iran targets missile sites and apparently spares oil and nuclear ones

Israel has attacked Iran with pre-dawn airstrikes in retaliation for the barrage of ballistic missiles the Islamic Republic fired on Israel earlier this month

World - ABC News - October 26

Watch live: Biden gives remarks on infrastructure, economy in Baltimore

President Biden is in Baltimore on Tuesday, touting his administration's efforts to lower inflation, build up infrastructure and combat the effects of climate change. The White House on Tuesday ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

Election infrastructure has 'never been more secure,' CISA chief says

Election infrastructure has "never been more secure" CISA chief says

Amazon Shares Rise on Robust Demand, Surge in AI Infrastructure Spending

The tech company’s capital expenditures reached a quarterly record amid a big build-out of artificial-intelligence infrastructure.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

European Google rivals partner on search engine infrastructure to counter Big Tech

Ecosia and Qwant are partnering to build a European search index and reduce their dependence on U.S. Big Tech firms.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Trump Will Likely Cut the Ribbons on Biden’s Factories and Infrastructure Projects

The outgoing president funded new plants and big economic initiatives, but his successor may be able to put his name on the finished products.

Business - Inc. - November 12

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