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Some experts raise concerns over Musk and Ramaswamy's government efficiency roles

Donald Trump's announcement that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a newly formed Department of Government Efficiency has alarmed some government ethics experts.

South Korea starts to raise game on workplace mental health

In-house counselling is becoming more common, but the country’s high-pressure corporate culture persists

World - Financial Times - November 14

Cop29 live: solidarity levy on cryptocurrency could raise billions for climate action, says report

Charging $0.045 per kWh for energy used in intensive bitcoin mining could produce $5bn for the climate crisis, says Global Solidarity Levies taskforce. Josh Gabbatiss, from Carbon Brief has ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Head of UN's nuclear watchdog visits Iran as Trump's return raise worries

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency is warning that the “space for negotiation and diplomacy

World - ABC News - November 14

Ruckus Games raises $19M for ‘suburban invasion’ RPG shooter with disruptive multiplayer

Ruckus Games has raised $19 million in funding to disrupt the multiplayer gaming landscape with an RPG shooter.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 14

Who is RFK Jr, the health secretary pick that is raising eyebrows?

Robert F Kennedy Jr has a history of spreading health information scientists say is false.

Sex party planner Killing Kittens raising money to take events global

UK government-backed company wants to launch in Los Angeles and Venice among others

Business - Financial Times - November 15

Trump's win could sharply raise the cost of electric vehicles. Here's why.

Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.

Bad-blood match demands England raise game for the Boks

The gap between England and South Africa is usually narrower than expectations, but Steve Borthwick's side must raise their game again.

Harris campaign raised $1 billion-plus. It's still sending appeals for donors.

Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.

UK Pizza Hut to raise funds after Budget tax hikes

The money could come from a sale of part of the business, or new investment from existing shareholders.

No women in combat roles? Trump's Pentagon chief pick raises eyebrows

Democrats and veterans groups are taking aim at Trump Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth’s belief that women should not serve in combat roles, with at least two crucial GOP senators also asking ...

Politics - The Hill - November 17

Safety concerns raised after plane struck by bullet in Dallas

Passengers and crew on a Southwest Airlines flight were moments from takeoff when a bullet struck the right side of the jetliner in Dallas, Texas, on Friday night. Jason Allen reports on this and ...

Play Ventures raises $140M second fund to invest in games and consumer startups

Play Ventures, a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage gaming, has raised $140 million for its third gaming fund.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 18

Trump's proposed tariffs would raise prices for these products, experts say

“This will directly impact people’s pocketbooks,” one expert said.

Two telecoms cables in Baltic Sea severed, raising suspicions of sabotage

Outages include 1,200km link between Germany and Finland and 218km cable between Lithuania and Sweden. Update: Damage to Baltic Sea cables was sabotage, German minister says . Two undersea ...

World - The Guardian - November 18

Walmart sales beat again and outlook raised, as retailer cites ‘resilient’ US customers

Walmart’s stock headed for a record after another earnings beat, as general merchandise sales turned positive.

Business - MarketWatch - November 19

Unexpected Turns in Trump Election Cases Raise Questions About Their Durability

Canceled oral arguments in one case and a judge’s recusal in another have added to questions about the future of four state cases against Donald J. Trump and his allies.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 19

Gautam Adani takes on plan to redevelop Mumbai’s biggest slum

Locals and opposition parties denounce tycoon’s bid to rehouse 1mn people in crowded part of India’s financial capital

World - Financial Times - November 20

TJX boosted by strength in Europe, as retailer posts earnings beat and raises guidance

TJX Cos.’ stock was flat in afternoon trade Wednesday after rising from its morning lows, which came even after the discount retailer’s fiscal third-quarter earnings topped estimates and it again ...

Business - MarketWatch - November 20

President-elect Trump's relationship with Elon Musk raises ethics concerns

Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump met in Texas Tuesday to watch as Musk's company SpaceX test launched its largest rocket. The two have had a close relationship throughout the election, ...

California Ballot Measure to Raise Minimum Wage to $18 an Hour Fails

Voters rejected a plan to boost the lowest hourly wage rate by $2, which critics said would raise prices and lead to job cuts.

Business - Inc. - November 20

Palo Alto Networks Full-Year Guidance Disappoints; Shares Slip

Palo Alto Networks raised its outlook for the year and said revenue climbed in its fiscal first quarter fueled by further subscription growth.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 20

Deaths of at Least 5 Tourists in Laos Raise Alarm About Tainted Drinks

Travelers from the United States, Britain, Australia and Denmark have died in the Southeast Asian nation in recent days. Officials warned of poisoning caused by alcoholic drinks containing methanol.

World - The New York Times - November 22

Wordware raises $30 million to make AI development as easy as writing a document

Wordware, a San Francisco startup, raised $30 million to simplify AI development with a natural language platform, enabling non-coders to build AI agents without traditional programming.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 21

Trump's proposed tariffs could raise U.S. grocery prices, analysis finds

Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise costs for U.S. consumers, economists say. Here's how much grocery bills could rise.

Gap Raises Full-Year Outlook With Strong Start to Holiday Season

The apparel retailer said it now expects full-year sales to grow between 1.5% and 2%. Gap had most recently guided for sales to be up slightly.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 21

BJ's Wholesale Club to Raise Annual Membership Cost, Ups Guidance

The bulk retailer raised its earnings guidance after announcing it would increase its annual membership fee for the first time in seven years and add more fresh food to its shelves.