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Treasury yields end higher after ISM’s stronger-than-expected manufacturing data
Yields on U.S. government debt finished slightly higher on Friday after a manufacturing-related reading showed signs of improvement for the struggling sector.MarketWatch - 3d -
U.S. House ushers in a tiny Republican majority to tackle enormous tasks in 2025
A new Congress starts Friday with a long to-do list for Donald Trump’s second term: keeping the government open, raising the debt ceiling, immigration and taxes.NBC News - 3d -
After Fierce Lobbying, Treasury Sets Rules for Billions in Hydrogen Subsidies
With a lucrative tax credit, the Biden administration is hoping to establish a new industry that might help fight climate change.The New York Times - 3d -
Biden says he will block US Steel sale to Nippon Steel
President Biden announced Friday he would block the sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese-owned Nippon Steel following a yearlong review of the potential acquisition. “We need major U.S. companies ...The Hill - 3d -
Alcohol should carry warning label for cancer risk, US surgeon general says
Advisory warns alcohol is third leading preventable cause of cancer in US and seeks to raise consumer awareness. Alcohol use is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the US after ...The Guardian - 3d -
GOP majority begins 119th Congress with lengthy list of priorities
With newfound control of both chambers of Congress, Republican leaders are touting a list of priorities that they aim to quickly address, like immigration and taxes.CBS News - 3d -
Trump announces new treasury and ambassador nominees
President-elect Trump announced several appointments for his Treasury Department and choices for ambassadors for two European countries. In multiple Thursday Truth Social posts, Trump outlined who ...The Hill - 3d -
Turo-rented cars were involved in 2 deadly incidents this New Year's. Here's what we know
Two deadly incidents on New Year’s Day — an attack being investigated as an act of terrorism in New Orleans and an explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck in Las Vegas — both involved vehicles that were ...ABC News - 3d -
Driver in Las Vegas Cybertruck blast was decorated US army soldier, officials say
Suspect, 37, who authorities believe shot and killed himself before Tesla vehicle detonated, served as Green Beret. The person who died when a Tesla Cybertruck packed with explosives burst into ...The Guardian - 4d -
What's Turo? The 'Airbnb of cars' was used in New Orleans and Las Vegas incidents
An online car rental service is under scrutiny after it was used in two incidents Wednesday.NBC News - 4d -
10-year Treasury yield ends not far from 7-month high as new trading year begins
Yields on U.S. government debt ended little changed on Thursday, leaving the benchmark 10-year rate near its highest level since late May.MarketWatch - 4d -
China Hits Dozens of U.S. Companies With Trade Controls
The move was the latest escalation in the back and forth between Beijing and Washington over products considered vital to national security.The New York Times - 4d -
China’s Hack of U.S. Treasury Breached Sanctions Office
The cyberattack reported earlier this week reached into the Office of Foreign Assets Control and the Office of Financial Research, sections of the agency that oversee economic penalties against ...Inc. - 4d -
GOP lawmakers request Yellen briefing on Chinese hackers' Treasury breach
Republican lawmakers are swiftly urging the Treasury Department to provide answers on a recent cybersecurity attack from China that infiltrated various workstations, as outlined in ...The Hill - 4d -
Power is restored to nearly all of Puerto Rico after a major blackout
BAYAMÓN, Puerto Rico — Power was restored to nearly all electrical customers across Puerto Rico on Wednesday after a sweeping blackout plunged the U.S. territory into darkness on New Year’s Eve.NBC News - 4d -
Lenny Randle, ‘Most Interesting’ Major Leaguer, Is Dead at 75
His career was defined by bizarre episodes — blowing a rolling ball foul, knocking down a pitcher and being at bat when the lights went out in New York City.The New York Times - 4d -
How to invest in a much-changed China
While Trump threatens punitive tariffs, investors need to understand how much the country has altered in recent yearsFinancial Times - 4d -
Chinese government hackers targeted US Treasury office that administers sanctions – report
Treasury disclosed hack earlier this week, with Washington Post reporting targets were Office of Foreign Assets Control and Office of Financial Research. Chinese government hackers breached the US ...The Guardian - 4d -
WATCH: Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Las Vegas hotel was ‘isolated incident’: Sheriff
Authorities are investigating a Tesla Cybertruck explosion on Wednesday outside the Trump Las Vegas hotel in Nevada as a possible act of terror, an official said.ABC News - 4d -
Power is restored to nearly all of Puerto Rico after a major blackout
Electric power has been restored to nearly all affected customers across Puerto Rico after a sweeping blackout plunged the U.S. territory into darkness on New Year’s EveABC News - 5d -
The Panama Canal Has a Big Problem, but It’s Not China or Trump
Climate change is causing drought conditions that are making the Panama Canal harder to operate and more expensive to pass through.The New York Times - 5d -
Truck used in New Orleans attack was flying large black flag from rear bumper, authorities say
New information is coming out about the truck attack in New Orleans early on New Year's Eve that killed at least 10 people. Law enforcement officials have confirmed to CBS News that the truck ...CBS News - 5d -
The next gold rush is above us, not below us
The choice before us is clear: we can continue with business as usual and watch other nations take the lead in space, or we can unleash American enterprise to drive the next great economic expansion.The Hill - 5d -
Virginia man had weapons cache, used Biden photo for target practice, prosecutors say
He "expressed support for political assassinations," they said.ABC News - 5d -
Former FBI profiler on deadly truck incident in New Orleans
At least 10 people have been killed and dozens of others are hurt after a man slammed a truck into a Bourbon Street crowd in New Orleans early New Year's Day. Former FBI agent and profiler Mary ...CBS News - 5d -
Former NYPD detective on deadly truck incident in New Orleans
At least 10 people are dead after a truck hit a crowd of people early New Year's Day on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. "This man was trying to run over as many people as he could," New Orleans Police ...CBS News - 5d -
China is forcing out foreign car companies
This year has been troubling for almost all foreign carmakers in that country, which boasts the world’s largest car market.The Hill - 5d -
Taiwan president welcomes exchanges with China as Xi says no one can stop 'reunification'
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said he welcomed exchanges with China, but wondered whether there was goodwill from Beijing given what he said was their blocking of simple things like tourism.NBC News - 5d -
Ambulance pressures remain as critical incident in Wales ends
Bosses urge people to be mindful of calling 999 unnecessarily amid "significant pressures".BBC News - 5d -
Taiwan president vows to boost the island's defense budget as China threats rise
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has pledged to strengthen the island’s defenses in the face of escalating Chinese threatsABC News - 5d -
China Reckons With Years of Excess
Overindebtedness, overbuilding and overcapacity are causing problems at home and abroad.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
US investors in China venture funds race to comply with new tech rules
Financial institutions rush to secure assurances their money is not being used to develop Chinese technologyFinancial Times - 5d -
Xi Jinping, China’s Leader, Nods to Economic Challenges
In a New Year’s address, Xi Jinping made a rare acknowledgment of the flagging economy while reiterating the government’s growth targets.The New York Times - 5d -
China steps up drive to break Boeing and Airbus grip on plane market
State-owned Comac opens offices abroad and pushes for overseas certification as it increases output of C919 jetsFinancial Times - 5d -
Lenny Randle, major leaguer repeatedly in the spotlight for 12 seasons, dies at 75
Lenny Randle, a big league player for 12 seasons who spoke five languages, performed stand-up comedy, was dubbed “The Most Interesting Man in Baseball” and was suspended for punching his Texas ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
China's Xi Jinping Nods to 'External Uncertainties' in New Year's Speech
Weeks before Trump takes office, the Chinese leader is seeking to shore up confidence that China’s economy can withstand threats.The Wall Street Journal - 6d
