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U.S. weekly jobless claims drop to lowest level since mid-February
Initial jobless claims fell by 5,000 to 207,000 in the week ended April 20, the Labor Department said Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
US applications for jobless claims fall to lowest level in 9 weeks
Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as the labor market continues to hold up despite higher interest rates imposed by the Federal Reserve in its bid to curb inflationABC News - Top stories -
Trump’s Immunity Claim Joins His Plans to Increase Executive Power
The former president is asking the Supreme Court to put the presidency above criminal law as he pursues a broader agenda of expanding the office’s power should he win the election.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Hunt defends job cuts to increase defence spending
The chancellor says cutting services will cost "a great deal less" than allowing Russia to succeed in Ukraine.BBC News - Top stories -
Hermes Posts Sales Growth Across All Markets
Hermes sales grew across its regions in the first three months of the year, helped by its wealthier client base during a quarter that was expected to be challenging for the luxury sector as a whole.The Wall Street Journal - World -
People 'at increased risk of harm' following budget
Robin Swann said the funding would restrict the health department in "use of drugs and therapies".BBC News - Top stories -
Chinese spying claims in the UK – and beyond
Plus, the PM’s big move on defence and Labour’s rail renationalisation plansFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Philips Settles U.S. Ventilator Claims
Philips has reached a $1 billion settlement in the U.S. related its Respironics ventilators, and backed its full-year guidance.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Lawmakers push Wall Street giveaway disguised as increased worker security
If members of Congress want to improve retirement security, they should expand Social Security rather than Wall Street-favored individual savings and investment schemes.The Hill - Politics -
German retirees will get an inflation-busting pension increase this year
Germany’s Cabinet has approved a 4.57% rise in retirees’ pensionsfrom this summer, an increase that is well above the current inflation rateABC News - World - Germany -
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Chipotle says it’s seen no impact yet on consumers from California wage increases
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. rose after hours on Wednesday after the fast-casual Mexican food chain reported first-quarter results that beat expectations, helped by demand for limited-time menu items.MarketWatch - Business - California -
Ukraine to increase long-range strikes in Russia, says UK defence chief
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin tells the FT fresh military aid will help Kyiv reshape ‘difficult’ land fight against MoscowFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
GDP growth slowed to a 1.6% rate in the first quarter, well below expectations
Real GDP was expected to increase 2.4% in the first quarter on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.CNBC - Business -
Meta value falls $190bn as investors react to plan to increase spending on AI
Shares slumped 15% after Mark Zuckerberg said AI spending would have to grow before Meta could make much revenue from products. Business live – latest updatesShares in Meta slumped 15% when Wall Street opened on Thursday, wiping about $190bn off ...The Guardian - World -
‘Privileged access’: pro-plastic lobbyists at UN pollution talks increase by a third
Fossil fuel and petrochemical campaigners at Ottawa summit outnumber scientists, EU and Indigenous delegates. The number of fossil fuel and petrochemical industry lobbyists has increased by more than a third at UN talks to agree the first global ...The Guardian - World -
California Rule Seeks to Limit Health Cost Increases to 3 Percent
The stateHealth Care Affordability Board wants to cap annual health care price hikes with new five-year plan.Inc. - Business - California -
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Microsoft says cloud AI demand is exceeding supply even after 79% surge in capital spending
Microsoft has more demand than supply for running artificial intelligence models in the cloud.CNBC - Business - Microsoft -
Microsoft says cloud AI demand is exceeding supply even after 79% surge in capital spending
Microsoft has more demand than supply for running artificial intelligence models in the cloud.CNBC - Business - Microsoft -
Airbus CFO says A350 plane production increase not tied to Boeing troubles
Airbus is ramping up production of its A350 aircraft because of consumer demand and not the ongoing crisis at U.S. rival Boeing.CNBC - Business -
Sweden should spend more on defense and increase the number of conscripts, lawmakers recommend
A Swedish parliament committee says Sweden should increase its annual military budget by nearly 54 billion kronor ($5 billion) by 2030 to strengthen its air defenses and increase the number of conscripts, among other measuresABC News - World -
AIA to Increase Shareholder Returns on Record New Business Value
The 31% increase in the value of the insurer’s new business prompted it to increase its payout to shareholders and announce additional share buybacks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Modi increases anti-Muslim rhetoric in India election campaign
PM seeks to mobilise Hindu voters amid signs of low turnout and anti-incumbency sentimentFinancial Times - World - India -
Modi increases anti-Muslim rhetoric in India election campaign
PM seeks to mobilise Hindu voters amid signs of low turnout and anti-incumbency sentimentFinancial Times - Business - India -
Supreme Court to consider Trump's presidential immunity claim
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on President Donald Trump's claim that he should be immune from federal prosecution for his conduct while serving in the White House. CBS News' Errol Barnett breaks down the history of presidential power ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Bishop investigated over misleading accounts claim
Bishop Anne Dyer, who was suspended in 2022 over allegations of bullying, denies the new claims.BBC News - Top stories -
Supreme Court Appears Open to Some of Donald Trump's Immunity Claims
The justices will decide whether the former president can be prosecuted on charges that he conspired to steal the 2020 presidential election.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
Here’s the latest on the argument.
The justices will consider on Thursday whether the former president must face trial on charges that he tried to subvert the 2020 election.The New York Times - Top stories -
Supreme Court to hear Trump’s presidential immunity claim
Former President Donald Trump’s claim of presidential immunity goes before the Supreme Court on Thursday. The decision in the case could determine whether Trump will be tried in at least two other cases.CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Supreme Court hearing Trump immunity claim
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Thursday over whether former President Donald Trump is immune from federal prosecution for conduct while he was in office. Hours before, Trump told reporters, "A president has to have immunity. If you ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Saracens defeat Bristol to claim Allianz Cup
Saracens produced a clinical second-half performance to win the Allianz Cup with a 31-17 victory over Bristol Bears at Shaftsbury Park.BBC News - Top stories -
Aid into Gaza increased after Israel killed 7 workers, but groups say they're not celebrating
After Israeli strikes killed seven World Central Kitchen workers, aid convoys have entered northern Gaza for the first time since the start of the war.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually
A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each yearABC News - Health - California -
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually
A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each yearABC News - Top stories - California -
Russian attack on NATO would end in defeat for Moscow, Polish foreign minister says, but NATO must increase its defenses
Russian attack on NATO would end in defeat for Moscow, Polish foreign minister says, but NATO must increase its defensesABC News - World - Russia -
More Bad News for the Fed: Its Favorite Inflation Gauge Increased More Than Expected in March
The PCE price index surged last month, putting the rate cut hopes of entrepreneurs on ice.Inc. - Business -
Police officer hiring in US increases in 2023 after years of decline, survey shows
U.S. police departments have reported a year-over-year increase in sworn officers for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic and the police killing of George FloydABC News - Top stories -
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually
A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each yearABC News - Health - California -
Restaurants in California are raising menu prices after the state increased the minimum wage for workers in the fast-food industry.
Restaurants in California are raising menu prices after the state increased the minimum wage for workers in the fast-food industry.The Wall Street Journal - World