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New spending fight emerges
Business & Economy The Big Story McConnell and Democrats on collision course over spending Senate Republicans are on a collision course with Democrats over government funding, as the latter insists nondefense spending programs receive equal ...The Hill - Politics -
Oil Prices Rise on Positive Inflation Data, Stockpile Falls
Oil prices rose, with positive sentiment supported by positive economic data and a fall in inventories.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Chubb raises dividend 5.8% after Berkshire-related stock boost
Chubb on Thursday raised its dividend 5.8%, which the company said marked its 31st consecutive hike.MarketWatch - Business -
How much money the U.S. spends on war
American military spending reached $916 billion in 2023, which accounts for more than a third of the world's total military expenditure.CNBC - Business -
With Ukraine Funded, New Fight Emerges in Congress Over Pentagon Spending
Mitch McConnell and other top Republicans want more federal money for the military. But Democrats say domestic programs must get an equivalent boost.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Walmart’s shares hit record high as retailer raises its earnings forecast
Company continues to benefit from consumers seeking the best deals amid persistent inflationFinancial Times - World -
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McConnell, Collins on collision course with Democrats over spending parity
Senate Republicans are on a collision course with Democrats who are insisting that nondefense spending programs receive equal treatment with defense programs. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) says he won’t accept Democrats’ demand to ...The Hill - Politics -
Is Hunt right that Labour’s spending plans would leave a £38bn black hole?
Labour criticises a dossier released by the Conservatives that adds up how much their spending commitments would cost.BBC News - Top stories -
Ukraine's defence lines stretched as Russian troops advance
The BBC's Jonathan Beale joins Ukrainian forces in Kharkiv as they try to shore up a weakened frontline.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Defence lawyer fined over rape survivor questioning
Lorenzo Alonzi’s behaviour amounted to unsatisfactory professional conduct in six of 11 complaints.BBC News - Top stories -
US defence chief Lloyd Austin to meet Chinese counterpart this month
Singapore meeting would be latest step in reopening communication lines between militariesFinancial Times - World -
Russia to expel UK defence attaché in tit-for-tat move
Decision comes week after London ordered ‘undeclared military intelligence officer’ to leave BritainFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Walmart Stock Hits Record Close on Strong Quarter
The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.The New York Times - Business