Global Robotaxi Empire

LOOK: Empire State Building reluctantly lights up green after Eagles crush Commanders in NFC Championship Game

The Giants' year-long humiliation ritual continues as NYC landmark lights up for its arch-enemy

CBS Sports - 4h

China's WeRide Wants to Build Global Robotaxi Empire

The Chinese autonomous-driving company is aiming to make more inroads overseas this year, betting that robotaxis and related services will be in high demand in coming years.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

Trump shows the power of personality on the global stage

Trump is first and foremost a dealmaker who views diplomacy through the prism of potential transactions.

The Hill - 1d

Lynn Ban, Jewelry Designer and ‘Bling Empire’ Star, Dies at 52

Her jewelry creations were worn by celebrities like Rihanna and Beyoncé. She died weeks after emergency surgery following a skiing accident.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump’s Withdrawal From the W.H.O. Will Be Disastrous for Global Health

It’s a mistake for President Trump to order to the United States to leave the World Health Organization. He should reverse course immediately.

The New York Times - 2d

‘A difficult position’: global investors’ verdict on Reeves at Davos

UK chancellor used meetings at Swiss gathering to try and repair relations with business leaders

Financial Times - 3d

Trump Is Leading a Global Surge to the Right

But not all of the leading conservative populist parties in the world are the same — in rhetoric or on policy.

The New York Times - 3d

Trump's threat of tariffs reaches global leaders in Davos

President Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and reiterated his quest to obtain tariffs from companies importing their goods into the U.S. CBS News' Nancy Cordes breaks ...

CBS News - 3d

Apple and Google's massive mobile empires face dual UK antitrust probes

Britain's competition regulator launched an investigation into Apple and Google's mobile ecosystems to assess whether they're in breach of strict new tech laws.

CNBC - 3d

Lynn Ban, star of Netflix’s 'Bling Empire: New York,' dies after brain surgery due to ski accident

Jewelry designer Lynn Ban, who starred in the Netflix reality series "Bling Empire: New York," died weeks after she underwent emergency brain surgery due to a skiing accident, her son announced ...

NBC News - 4d

Trump’s assault on the global corporate tax regime

President threatens retaliation against ‘discriminatory’ levies on US multinationals

Financial Times - 4d

Lynn Ban, 'Bling Empire: New York' star and jewelry designer, dies after brain surgery

Lynn Bann, a celebrity jewelry designer who starred in Netflix's 'Bling Empire: New York,' died Monday. 'I love you more than life itself,' her son said.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Global reaction to Trump's return to White House

President Trump signed off on dozens of executive orders Monday with some impacting foreign policy and climate change, prompting reaction from around the world. CBS News reporter Haley Ott has more ...

CBS News - 5d

Von der Leyen warns on ‘fracturing’ global economy

German vice-chancellor Robert Habeck says Europe must not ‘let ourselves be pushed around’

Financial Times - 5d

Trump's global health influence

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Global health executive orders expected President Trump entered office with a slew of executive orders on deck ...

The Hill - 6d

Dodgers flex Evil Empire might in signing Roki Sasaki and give rest of MLB reason to grumble — especially Jays, Padres

For Dodgers fans, it’s cause for celebration. For the rest of the league, it’s a disappointing conclusion and another reason to gripe and groan about the growing might of MLB’s new evil empire.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 18

Why 2025 is set to be a crucial year for Amazon's Zoox robotaxi unit

This year is expected to be a crucial one for Amazon's Zoox, as the company plans to grow its operations and commercialize a robotaxi business.

CNBC - Jan. 17

Mapping Elon Musk’s Global Empire

From tunnels to Tesla factories to SpaceX launch facilities, there’s barely a place on Earth that doesn’t feel the gravitational pull of humanity’s wealthiest reply guy.

Wired - Jan. 13

Trump’s return raises prospect of global tax war

Plans to levy higher rates on US multinationals could spur president-elect to respond with tariffs

Financial Times - Jan. 12

The relationship recession is going global

A rise in the number of single people is becoming a key driver of falling birth rates

Financial Times - Jan. 11

Global 2025 Growth Forecast at Modest 2.8 Percent

An annual United Nations report said the economic year ahead will feature stable, but subpar expansion.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Gilts take the global strain

As yields rise around the globe, UK government bonds have been put in a difficult place

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Global Warming Is Wreaking Havoc on the Planet’s Water Cycle

In 2024, natural disasters related to variations in the water cycle caused more than 8,700 deaths and at least $550 billion of economic loss.

Wired - Jan. 10

Elon Musk’s Quest for Domination Has Gone Global

Having established power over Republican politics in the US, the industrialist is now intervening in European politics—and is himself becoming a leader of the international far right.

Wired - Jan. 9

'Trump 2.0' looms large over the global economy

Donald Trump's planned tariffs are expected to greatly impact international trade in 2025.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Evening Report — Trump vows to reshape global order

👨🏼‍⚖️Plus: Trump praises one judge, blasts another {beacon} Evening Report © AP Trump promises a global shakeup PRESIDENT-ELECT TRUMP on Tuesday vowed to upend the global order, promising big ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Watch: Waymo driverless robotaxi sends airport passenger spinning in circles

He had a plane to catch — but his ride to the airport was stuck in a parking lot, driving in circles.

NBC News - Jan. 7

LA tech entrepreneur nearly misses flight after getting trapped in robotaxi

Mike Johns’ self-driving car started circling a parking lot, but he recognizes there are ‘glitches that need stitches’. A tech entrepreneur based in Los Angeles became trapped in a malfunctioning ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Lead pollution linked to lower IQs in Roman Empire: Study

Atmospheric lead pollution likely caused cognitive decline among citizens of the Roman Empire, according to research published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

How Uber and Lyft Are Gearing Up for the Robotaxi Revolution

After ending their own driverless plans, the ride-sharing companies are embracing autonomous-vehicle operators and offering new app features.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6

South Korea’s construction deals surpass $1trn globally

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

Meta Appoints Joel Kaplan to Lead Global Policy, Replacing Nick Clegg

Joel Kaplan, a former senior adviser to George W. Bush, replaces Nick Clegg, a former deputy prime minister of Britain, as Meta’s head of policy.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Meta Taps Republican as New Head of Global Policy

Joel Kaplan is replacing former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg as Silicon Valley prepares for the second Trump administration.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

As Musk’s Influence Grows, So Do Questions Over U.S. Probes Into His Business Empire

As the billionaire and ‘First Buddy’ to Trump aligns with the center of U.S. political power, it’s unclear how his connections could affect several government investigations into his companies.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Morgan Stanley to exit global climate coalition

Morgan Stanley on Thursday announced its departure from a coalition of banks that aims to target net-zero emissions through lending and investment, the fifth group to do so in recent weeks. “Morgan ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Can France become a global AI powerhouse?

Momentum has been slowing but the country boasts enviable technical skills and a burgeoning entrepreneurial culture

Financial Times - Jan. 2

FirstFT: Trump’s protectionist policies will hurt global growth, economists warn

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