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Why Is Violence Flaring Up in Mineral-Rich Congo?
Rebels backed by Rwanda are seizing huge tracts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The rebels, known as M23, say they are protecting ethnic Tutsis, the minority group massacred in a 1994 ...The New York Times - 9h -
Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to start Saturday. Here’s why they may be ‘just the warm-up.’
President Donald Trump and his press secretary said Friday that tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China will come on Saturday, with Trump stating that there’s no way those countries can avoid the levies.MarketWatch - 3h -
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UPS to cut its Amazon business by more than 50%. Here’s why.
Shares of United Parcel Service suffered their worst day ever on Thursday, after the package-delivery giant announced an agreement that would cut its business with Amazon.com Inc., its largest ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Rwanda’s stealth occupation of eastern Congo
Pressure on Kigali is needed to avert a potential full-blown conflictFinancial Times - 1d -
‘Like dropping a bomb’: why is clean energy leader Uruguay ramping up the search for oil?
The South American country has begun exploration in its Atlantic waters, with experts warning it is endangering livelihoods, marine life and climate goals. When he hears the news, the only words ...The Guardian - 2d -
Witness describes seeing 'white flare' at moment of plane collision
Jimmy Mazeo says he thought he saw shooting stars, adding that he didn't "think much of it" until he saw emergency services arriving.BBC News - 2d -
Egg prices are likely to shoot up even more in 2025. Here's why.
The humble egg is now a source of frustration for millions of shoppers around the U.S, who face soaring prices and shortages. What's going on?CBS News - 3d -
What is gleeking and why is the saliva-ejecting craze blowing up on TikTok?
Akin to spitting like a cobra, this weird talent is amassing millions of views. So how do you do it – and why would you?. Caitlin, I’m here to ask you about gleeking. I’ve never heard of it. Can ...The Guardian - 4d -
Why Ryan Pressly trade could finally open up infield market for Alex Bregman, Nolan Arenado and Pete Alonso
A standstill for corner infielders could see a thaw thanks to what looks like a salary dump from the outsideCBS Sports - 4d -
President Trump ramps up deportation efforts as tensions flare with Colombia
President Trump ramped up immigration enforcement with a series of raids and detentions in multipe cities and sending hundreds of undocumented migrants on military flights. After Colombia refused ...CBS News - 4d -
Inside the race for Greenland's mineral wealth
The territory's untapped mineral wealth has caught the eye of both mining firms and Donald Trump.BBC News - 5d -
The rich and famous don’t fear a stock market bubble. That’s why you should.
Elites at Davos believe ‘asset bubble bursts’ is a low risk over the next two years.MarketWatch - 6d -
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What’s the point of Davos when even the rich are fed up with the super-rich? | Zoe Williams
Rachel Reeves told the elites gathered in Switzerland she was relaxed about ‘wealth creation’. She’s in the minority on that. Rachel Reeves might give the impression of being someone who’s never ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Why are the costs of eggs and gas going up again?
The costs of eggs and gas are on the rise again. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down how the global market and a bird flu crisis are impacting the prices.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
As U.S. lifts sanctions on West Bank settlers, anti-Palestinian violence flares in the occupied area
President Donald Trump rescinded sanctions imposed by the Biden administration on Israeli settler groups and individuals accused of attacking Palestinians.NBC News - Jan. 21 -
Apple is accused of profiting from 'blood minerals'
The Democratic Republic of Congo says Apple is sourcing minerals from armed groups committing atrocities.Financial Times - Jan. 21 -
Apple hit by Belgian probe over ‘blood minerals’ from Congo
Lawyers for DRC allege iPhones and other electronics use minerals supplied by armed groups behind atrocitiesFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
The thing about rich bosses
Wealthy managers are increasingly isolated from the less well-off at work and that’s not good newsFinancial Times - Jan. 19 -
Why South Africa wants to jail miners trapped underground for months
More than 70 people have reportedly died while trapped in a mine after a monthlong standoff with the South African government over illegal mining. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
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Why Bill Belichick could still end up in the NFL this year, plus ranking every QB left in 2025 playoffs
Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Jan. 16CBS Sports - Jan. 16 -
Why Getting Greenland's Mineral Riches Won't Be Easy
The harsh climate, hazardous shipping, limited infrastructure and tiny local workforce have for years left a promised gold rush frozen in its tracks.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 16 -
Are the Nuggets missing Zach LaVine? Why the Sixers should move Joel Embiid & Draymond Green’s giving up
Vincent Goodwill and Dan Titus react to the Nuggets sluggish start this season and whether they should weigh a trade to bring Zach LaVine to Denver. Then, Vince and Dan break down why the Sixers ...Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15 -
Why Oil Industry Jobs Are Down, Even With Production Up
The industry is pumping ever more oil and natural gas, but it is doing so with only about three-quarters as many workers as it employed a decade ago.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
Rich Men Rule the World
The holders of the vast majority of the world’s wealth? Men. So many men—from Trump and Musk and Putin to every CEO, crypto schmo, and solar bro in between.Wired - Jan. 13 -
Tempers flare after Arsenal awarded controversial penalty
Watch as Manchester United and Arsenal players need to be physically restrained after disputing the award of a penalty for a foul on Kai Havertz.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Crews battle Palisades Fire flare-up in Mandeville Canyon
Crews were fighting to keep the Palisades Fire from destroying more homes on Saturday evening, after the blaze spread into Mandeville Canyon in the Hollywood Hills. CBS News Los Angeles reporter ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
‘Companies always cozy up to whoever is in power’: Why Meta is numb to outrage over its fact-checking changes
One human-rights group called Meta’s fact-checking change “exceedingly dangerous.” That didn’t seem to stop the company.MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
Rich opt out of English courts for private divorces
Wealthy couples splitting up increasingly turn to arbitration as streamlined alternative to overburdened traditional routeFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
China’s Zijin in takeover talks for lithium miner
Chinese businesses continue to establish dominant foothold in fast-growing sector for battery supply chainFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Surprise! Why Europe could end up as one of Trump’s biggest problems overseas
While establishment pundits in the U.S. panic over Trump’s commitment to NATO, it could well be that NATO collapses in the face of Europe’s economic and political decay.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Struggling health stock perks up — and why Jim Cramer wants to buy more Disney
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
Ripe for the picking? Irish wine on the up – but ‘nobody will retire rich’
Global heating has made conditions more favourable for growing grapes – and finding the right variety is key. Heard the one about Irish wine? Like its English counterpart, it is no longer a joke, ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Here's why one of our favorite industrial stocks is up more than 3% Friday
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Why LSU football is the 2025 transfer portal cycle's big winner: Tigers beef up roster with prime talent
Brian Kelly faces a must-win season in 2025 and has added the transfer portal talent to helpCBS Sports - Jan. 2
