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Beijing Signals Readiness to Talk to Trump's Team, Even Old Foes
The Chinese foreign minister spoke by phone with Marco Rubio, the new secretary of state who has been a critic of Beijing.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
In Trump's first week, FCC chair signals headaches ahead for media giants
The action by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr shines a spotlight on fears that President Trump will use his power to threaten media outlets that don't support him.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
California Democrat signal openness to FEMA overhaul under Trump
Rep. Ami Bera (D-Calif.) signaled he's to open to overhauling the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under President Trump as the agency has faced increased criticism over its recent ...The Hill - 2d -
Airlines flex pricing power, signaling higher fares in 2025
Higher airfare is in store this year as strong demand, even during the dead of winter, and limited capacity growth prompt airlines to flex their pricing power.NBC News - 2d -
Airlines flex pricing power, signaling higher fares in 2025
Airlines say strong demand and limited capacity are keeping fares afloat.CNBC - 3d -
TikTok buyers line up as Trump, China signal openness to deal
Potential TikTok buyers are lining up as President Trump and the Chinese government show heightened interest in striking a deal to sell the popular video-sharing platform in the face of a U.S. ...The Hill - 4d -
Beijing tells insurers to buy more Chinese stocks
Equities rally as authorities set explicit investment targets for mutual funds and state-owned insurance companiesFinancial Times - 4d -
TikTok owner asks Chinese staff in Singapore to pay taxes to Beijing
ByteDance’s missive comes as China steps up enforcement of global tax collectionFinancial Times - 5d -
Investors cautious as Trump signals new tariffs
The US president said he is considering imposing new tariffs on Canada and Mexico from 1 February.BBC News - 6d -
Trump signals strong pro-Israel stance by lifting West Bank sanctions
US president withdraws measures against extremist Jewish settlers even as dozens attack Palestinian villageFinancial Times - 6d -
Trump signals major policy changes as he begins his second term
President Trump declared a national emergency at the border, was signing executive orders on border security and declaring an "energy emergency" that would allow him to encourage more oil and gas ...NBC News - 6d -
China Signals It Is Open to a Deal Keeping TikTok in U.S.
The founder of the app’s parent, Beijing-based ByteDance, met with Elon Musk last year.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 20 -
TikTok Restoring Service for U.S. Users, After Trump Signals He Will Save It
The president-elect said he will issue an executive order, and the app said it will work on a long-term solution with the incoming administration.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 20 -
Drone Makers Looking to Steer Clear of China Fear Beijing's Wrath
U.S. companies see risks in working with Taiwan as it tries to build a “democratic supply chain.”The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 19 -
A weakening yuan is testing Beijing's resolve as Trump's return fuels tariff worries
The question of how far and quickly the yuan will fall depends on Beijing's resolve in countering Donald Trump's tariffs with stimulus measures.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
A stock market sell signal’s been turned off. The market’s more sober.
Fund-manager cash levels are rising, one of a number of indicators showing that last year’s frothy market conditions have subsided and that sentiment has become more sober, Bank of America ...MarketWatch - Jan. 17 -
Does Carrie Underwood signal a Trump thaw for A-list celebs?
Hollywood and celebrity A-listers did everything in their power to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House last year, bringing to the campaign trail megastars including Taylor Swift, ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
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Coons signals he could be open to voting yes on Bondi
Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) signaled during an interview that he could be open to voting “yes” on Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump’s choice to lead the Department of Justice (DOJ). Coons said during ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
Vought nomination signals bruising spending wars under Trump
The Senate’s confirmation hearing of Russell Vought, one of Washington’s staunchest advocates for cutting spending, offered a preview Wednesday of the bruising spending wars likely to consume ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
UK ministers signal support for China mega-embassy in London
David Lammy and Yvette Cooper outline conditions for proposed diplomatic complex at former Royal Mint siteFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
‘Their human resources are unlimited’: Russia’s advances signal bleak spring for Ukrainians
If Moscow’s forces manage to take all of Donetsk oblast it would be a symbolic moment for Putin – and Kyiv . In an underground command post in eastern Ukraine, a Ukrainian soldier peered at a map. ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
French Prime Minister Signals He Will Revisit Unpopular Retirement Law
His government on shaky ground, Prime Minister François Bayrou offered to reopen debate on the measure, which raised the retirement age in an effort to stabilize the country’s finances.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
China's Export Boom Means Trump Tariffs Would Hit Beijing Where It Hurts
The country’s economy is increasingly reliant on foreign demand for goods pouring out of Chinese factories.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 12 -
Falling Chinese bond yields signal concern with deflation
Investors expect price pressures to become entrenched in world’s second-largest economyFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Opening day of a new Congress signals future troubles
The opening day of the new Congress was marred by intra-party fratricide, with the Speaker of the House being elected after multiple ballots and a change in rules making it more difficult to remove ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Taiwan demonstrates sea defenses against potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing
Taiwan has demonstrated its sea defenses against a potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing, part of a multitiered strategy to deter an invasion from the mainlandABC News - Jan. 9 -
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Morning Report — Trump signals he means it on Greenland, Canada
In today’s issue: President-elect Trump, transactional to his core, argued Tuesday that Denmark should sell Greenland to the United States to benefit global security. He pressed Panama to forfeit ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Could 49ers firing Schneider signal a fresh start for Moody?
Matt Maiocco breaks down what the San Francisco 49ers firing special teams coordinator Brian Schneider on Monday could mean for struggling kicker Jake Moody.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7 -
France signals fewer spending cuts and tax rises ahead of budget talks
Economy minister seeks to ‘protect growth’ with slightly higher deficit target for 2025Financial Times - Jan. 6 -
North Korea's New Missile Test Signals Little Appetite for Détente With Trump
The Kim Jong Un regime opted to show defiance rather than restraint in its first weapons launch since the U.S. election.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6 -
Beijing-based cyber group protests US sanctions for its alleged role in hacks
China has slammed a decision by the U.S. Treasury to sanction a Beijing-based cybersecurity company for its alleged role in multiple hacking incidents targeting critical U.S. infrastructureABC News - Jan. 6 -
House speaker’s dramatic reelection signals tough road for Trump
Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins NBC’s Joe Fryer on Sunday TODAY to discuss how the tight vote for Mike Johnson to be reelected as House speaker is a preview of what Trump will face as ...NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Trump to be sentenced over hush money case but judge signals no jail time
The US president-elect dismisses the case as "nothing but a rigged charade".BBC News - Jan. 4 -
Judge Upholds Trump’s Sentencing in Hush Money Case but Signals No Jail Time
The New York judge who oversaw President-elect Donald J. Trump’s hush-money trial scheduled his sentencing for Jan. 10. Mr. Trump is expected to appeal his conviction.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
A Judge Upheld Trump’s Felony Conviction, but Signaled No Jail Time
Also, Mike Johnson was re-elected as House speaker. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Judge orders Trump sentenced on Jan. 10, signals no punishment for conviction
A New York judge has ordered President-elect Trump’s criminal sentencing for Jan. 10, rejecting his demand that his hush money case be dismissed to accommodate his presidency following his election ...The Hill - Jan. 3