The $1.7 Billion Takeover Brawl Fueled by a Fear of China
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The Guardian - World
Middle East crisis live: Israel steps up attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon amid rising fears of wider war
Witnesses hear more than 20 airstrikes before dawn on Saturday in southern Beirut a day after Israel launched attack apparently targeting Hezbollah leader. The Syrian foreign ministry has issued a ...17 minutes ago - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Fuel Your Fire: 17 Powerful Quotes to Ignite Your Inner Greatness
Remember that success is the marathon of a lifetime, not a sprint.2 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The $1.7 Billion Takeover Brawl Fueled by a Fear of China
A battle for control of the world’s largest zinc smelter is dominated by fears it could one day end up in China’s hands.3 hours ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Russia and China Defy the West Deep in the Arctic
A Norwegian archipelago is emerging as a front line in Russia and China’s attempts to dominate trade routes and expand their military presence in the Arctic region, at the expense of the West.3 hours ago - China -
CNBC - Business
OpenAI sees roughly $5 billion loss this year on $3.7 billion in revenue
CNBC has confirmed that OpenAI expects about $5 billion in losses on $3.7 billion in revenue this year — figures first reported by The New York Times.8 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Kentucky sues Express Scripts, alleging it helped fuel state's opioid crisis
Kentucky’s attorney general is suing the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) Express Scripts over its role in “worsening” the state’s opioid crisis. In the complaint filed in state court, Attorney ...9 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
EchoStar nears deal to sell Dish to DirecTV with $2 billion debt payment looming, sources say
While EchoStar and DirecTV hope to complete a deal by Monday, no deal is assured, and the talks may still fall apart.9 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
I have $2.5 million and still have an irrational fear that I’ll never be able to retire
A reader needs to visualize his retirement buckets to be sure that he has enough.12 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
European shares close at record high; luxury giants rally on China stimulus
European markets closed at a record high Friday, as stocks tracked higher on news of China's stimulus blitz and investors assessed fresh inflation data.14 hours ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
Why China stocks are now a buy for U.S. investors
Unusual action for the S&P 500, a hot bond market and interviews with acting HUD secretary and AT&T’s chief operating officer15 hours ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
China nuclear sub sank in its dock, US officials say
The submarine sank earlier this year, in a major setback for the Chinese military, say US defence officials.15 hours ago - China -
The New York Times - World
Zelensky Meets Trump Amid Fears for Continued U.S. Support for Ukraine
The session in New York was part of a nearly weeklong U.S. visit by the Ukrainian president in which he has made appeals to both Democrats and Republicans.15 hours ago - Ukraine -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Song Binbin, China's Most Famous Red Guard, Dies at 77
She epitomized the deadly fervor of the Cultural Revolution and later apologized for her actions. In the U.S., she was considered just a scientist.15 hours ago - China -
MarketWatch - Business
China stimulus wasn’t enough to convince retail investors to buy Chinese stocks
This week, the Chinese government unveiled a slew of stimulus measures to boost its economy and get national GDP to an annual growth target of 5%.16 hours ago - China -
ABC News - Tech
Amazon's $4 billion partnership with AI startup Anthropic gets UK competition clearance
Britain’s competition watchdog has cleared Amazon’s partnership with artificial intelligence company Anthropic because the $4 billion deal didn’t qualify for further scrutiny16 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Amazon Spared U.K. Antitrust Probe Over $4 Billion Investment in AI Startup Anthropic
The investment handed the U.S. tech company a minority ownership position in Anthropic as part of efforts to support AI startups it sees as promising.18 hours ago - Amazon -
The New York Times - Business
Deal to Reopen Libya’s Central Bank Eases Fears of Fighting
A standoff over control of the bank had destabilized the country’s economy and raised the prospect of fresh fighting between Libya’s eastern and western factions.18 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China's Nuclear-Submarine Mishap Points to Challenge of Catching Up With U.S.
Building a potent nuclear submarine force would help China tighten control over its peripheral waters and improve its ability to seize Taiwan.20 hours ago - China -
The Guardian - World
Rachel Reeves reconsiders end to non-dom tax status over OBR forecast fears
Chancellor says Treasury will be ‘pragmatic, not ideological’ amid claims the policy would not raise predicted £2.6bn. UK politics live – latest updates Rachel Reeves is rethinking parts of ...20 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
REA Group makes improved offer to buy U.K.’s Rightmove for $8.3 billion
REA Group’s new offer would give Rightmove’s shareholders a “mix and match” facility, that would let them pick a more cash-heavy deal20 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Boeing strike costs top $1.4 billion as pressure on company mounts
Two weeks after 33,000 Boeing machinists went on strike, the company is bracing for financial impact. The airplane maker has implemented cost-saving measures including a hiring freeze, temporary ...21 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Dyche: U.S. takeover would bring Everton stability
Everton manager Sean Dyche has said that the new ownership will bring stability to the club amid its "unsettled ground."21 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Hurricane Helene hits Florida
Also in today’s newsletter, AI start-up revenues surge and Argentina’s rising poverty rate22 hours ago - Florida -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
From winless in 603 days to making history in China
After ending the longest losing streak for 52 years, China's Zhang Shuai makes history at the China Open by stunning US Open semi-finalist Emma Navarro.22 hours ago - China -
The New York Times - Business
China Stocks Soar in Biggest Single-Week Jump Since 2008
Economic stimulus moves triggered a broad rally in trading in Shanghai and Shenzhen.22 hours ago - China -
Wired - Tech
China’s Plan to Make AI Watermarks Happen
New Chinese regulation attempts to define how AI content labeling should work and stamp out AI-generated disinformation.Yesterday - China -
Financial Times - Business
China’s bumper stimulus leaves consumers wanting more
Struggling homeowners highlight Beijing’s challenge in reigniting consumer confidenceYesterday - China -
Financial Times - Business
China’s most advanced nuclear submarine sank in shipyard, says US
First vessel of new Zhou class was being prepared for sea trialsYesterday - China -
CNBC - Business
China's industrial profits plunge by 17.8% in August from a year ago
China's industrial profits plunged by the most in more than a year, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.Yesterday - China -
The Hill - Politics
Israel says it secured $8.7 billion military aid package from US
Israel announced Thursday that it had reached agreement with the U.S. for an $8.7 billion aid package to support ongoing military efforts. The funding for the package was appropriated by Congress ...Yesterday - Israel -
Inc. - Business
South Carolina's New Alphabet Data Centers Will Bring $3 Billion and 200 Jobs
The Google parent will build two new data center campuses in Dorchester County and expand its campus in Berkeley County.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
China’s newest nuclear submarine sank in dock, US officials confirm
Loss of state-of-the-art vessel in May or June is setback to Chinese push for naval parity with US. China’s efforts to achieve maritime military parity with the US have suffered a serious blow ...Yesterday - China -
MarketWatch - Business
This company had $1 billion in quarterly AI bookings — and it’s not a chip maker
Accenture’s stock rallied toward a six-month high Thursday, after the management consultant got back to beating earnings expectations and continued to tout itself as a play on the boom in ...Yesterday -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Doughty’s Injury Could Be Worse Than Initially Feared
Update on Doughty appears injury may be worse than expectedYesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Big Tech Is Rushing to Find Clean Power to Fuel AI's Insatiable Appetite
Google and Microsoft are scrounging for geothermal and other green-power sources after emissions surge.3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
How Intel Fell From Global Chip Champion to Takeover Target
Strategic missteps and the artificial intelligence boom have combined to reshape the fortunes of the U.S.’s most storied semiconductor company.6 days ago