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Ukraine Weighs Telegram Security Risks Amid War With Russia

The messaging app’s popularity has soared during the war with Russia, leading Ukrainian officials to increasingly weigh Telegram’s upsides against its security risks.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

As Assad’s Dictatorship in Syria Ends, New Risks for the Middle East Are Huge

The overthrow of the Assad government could mean Russia’s bases in Syria are closed and Iran’s pathway to Hezbollah is cut off. Now Iran, newly vulnerable, will have to decide between negotiation ...

The New York Times - Dec. 8

This investment is cheaper and better than mutual funds

Opponents shouldn’t block 403(b)s from purchasing collective investment trusts

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Romanian prosecutors conduct raids linked to funding of Georgescu's campaign

Romanian prosecutors have conducted raids linked to an man suspected of illegally financing a campaign to promote Calin Georgescu’s presidential run

ABC News - Dec. 7

Republicans who oppose Trump face risk of retaliation from Musk

Billionaire has hinted he will back challenges to lawmakers who vote against the Maga agenda

Financial Times - Dec. 7

Romanian prosecutors conduct raids linked to funding of Georgescu's campaign

Yahoo News - Dec. 7

'This was preventable’: Corporate world shudders at new risks after slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Threats against corporations have been rising for years, fueled in part by the echo chamber of social media and an increasingly polarized political environment.

CNBC - Dec. 6

Younger people at greater risk of heat-related deaths this century – study

New research estimates a 32% increase in deaths of people under 35 if greenhouse gases not radically cut. Extreme heat fueled by the climate crisis is often viewed as primarily a problem for ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Risk of Iran Building Nuclear Weapons Grows, U.S. Intelligence Says

A report warns that public debate in Iran over deterrence risks “emboldening” nuclear weapons advocates there.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6

World Bank reaches $100bn funding target but faces Trump challenge

US contribution under Biden sets up potential battle in the new Congress next year

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Elon Musk risks being 'political puppet master', says Nick Clegg

The former deputy PM turned top Meta boss tells Nick Robinson that Musk is playing an "outsized" role in US politics.

BBC News - Dec. 6

Investors pour $140bn into US stock funds after Trump election victory

Bets incoming administration will enact ‘pro growth’ agenda spur rush into Wall Street equities

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Chicago's chaotic shuffle might be risking Caleb Williams' future

The Bears' No. 1 priority should be developing their franchise QB. Instead, the decision to change Williams' direct line of contact raised eyebrows across the NFL.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Women's health research needs funding boost, report says

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Women's health research needs funding boost, report says Roughly 9 percent of the National Institutes of ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Harris's next role should be raising funds for a Black reparations bank

While Democrats tend to promote broad-based economic policies that “lift all boats,” the Black community needs targeted programs to make up for lost ground.

The Hill - Dec. 5

What are Social Security's trust funds? New debate emerges on program's financing

As Social Security's trust funds run low, one politician is questioning the way the program is financed.

CNBC - Dec. 5

French bond risk premium dips and stocks rise after government falls

French assets were taking the government’s fall in their stride early Thursday, though the extra cost Paris must pay to borrow remained close to 12-year peaks.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Europe races to set up €500bn defence fund

Initiative is open to UK and would tap bond markets to boost spending for Trump’s White House return

Financial Times - Dec. 5

How climate risks are driving up insurance premiums around the US – visualized

‘Tight correlation’ between premium rises and counties deemed most at risk from climate crisis, experts say. Concern over the climate crisis may evaporate in the White House from January, but its ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

Walmart recalls cucumber slices sold in Texas stores over salmonella risk

Walmart is recalling cucumber slices sold in 34 Texas stores over concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Could Dark Chocolate Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes?

A new study suggests that it might. We asked experts if that’s too good to be true.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

New data on CTE risk for hockey players

A new study is offering more data on the increased risk of CTE among hockey players. Dr. James Noble, a neurology professor at Columbia University, joins CBS News with more.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Powell ‘not concerned’ over risks Trump will stifle Fed independence

US central bank chief says his institution has ‘broad support’ on Capitol Hill

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen

Backing the collapse of Michel Barnier's French government is a high-stakes gamble for the far right leader.

BBC News - Dec. 4

BNPL Fuels Black Friday Weekend Buying, and Risks of Spiking Debt

Buy Now Pay Later companies processed over $9 billion worth of purchases on Cyber Monday alone, as consumers increasingly used deferred payment options on their credit cards.

Inc. - Dec. 4

9 states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding

About 3.7 million people are at immediate risk of losing health coverage should the federal government cut funding for Medicaid expansions, as some allies of President-elect Donald Trump have ...

CBS News - Dec. 4

A New Benchmark for the Risks of AI

MLCommons provides benchmarks that test the abilities of AI systems. It wants to measure the bad side of AI next.

Wired - Dec. 4

Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study finds

Research shows common air pollutants can be detrimental to egg, sperm and embryo development. Maternal and paternal exposure to common air pollutants may increase the risk of infertility because it ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests

More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Marc Guéhi risks FA punishment after another message on rainbow armband

Palace captain wrote ‘Jesus loves you’ on his armband He had already been warned about message on Saturday Marc Guéhi is likely to face punishment from the Football Association after the Crystal ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk

Federal regulators say puppy food sold by Blue Ridge Beef in seven states tested positive for salmonella.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Peter Thiel's Founders Fund loses one of first partners to emeritus role

Brian Singerman said on Tuesday that he's stepping down as a general partner of Founders Fund after 13 years.

CNBC - Dec. 3

How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump

The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Wall Street’s AI-powered rally risks ‘correction’, Vanguard warns

Asset manager’s chief economist Joe Davis says investors are overplaying the near-term potential of the technology

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Barnier ‘method’ at risk in raucous French parliament

Premier’s diplomatic skills run out of rope with far-right opposition

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Kenyan banks risk collapse over proposed law

Yahoo News - Dec. 3

Trump's Threat Over an Imaginary Currency Risks Backfiring on the U.S. Dollar

After his 100% tariffs warning to Brics nations, some economists say the president-elect risks accelerating the pursuit of alternatives to the greenback.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3