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Australia strikes ‘rugby diplomacy’ deal to counter China
Papua New Guinea cements security agreement with Canberra and will get $385mn investment for new sports teamFinancial Times - 5h -
Sino-Ocean bondholders submit counter restructuring proposal to London court
The ad hoc bondholder group of state-backed Sino-Ocean Group has submitted an alternative offshore debt restructuring proposal to a London court in an intensifying battle between creditors and the ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Schumer says Senate will vote on Social Security changes
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday he’s “doing everything” he can to try to pass legislation that would enact some Social Security before Congress ushers in a new class ...The Hill - 13h -
The Social Security Fairness Act is a bad idea
This legislation would allow some workers to double-dip and speeds the exhaustion of the trust fundMarketWatch - 18h -
Supreme Court dismisses Nvidia’s appeal in securities lawsuit
The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed an appeal from Nvidia in a securities lawsuit against the chipmaking giant, allowing the case to move forward. The court dismissed the appeal as ...The Hill - 19h -
South Korean upheaval rattles US plan to counter China
Washington’s attempt to build alliance in east Asia could founder if a left-wing president succeeds Yoon Suk YeolFinancial Times - 1d -
Australia Signs Security and Economic Treaty With Nauru
In return for financial support, the Pacific island nation of Nauru pledged not to enter any security pacts without Australia’s assent.The New York Times - 2d -
The Social Security Fairness Act is incredibly irresponsible
Instead of being fair, this legislation will lead to harsher and faster automatic benefit cuts for most of us.MarketWatch - 4d -
6 Pakistani security personnel killed in a checkpoint attack
A Pakistani official says armed men killed six security personnel and wounded seven in a checkpoint attack in the northwestABC News - 4d -
MI5 forced to ‘pare back’ counter-terrorism work due to rogue states, says chief
Ken McCallum says service must make ‘uncomfortable choices’ as it faces more aggression from Russia, China and Iran. MI5 has had to “pare back” its counter-terrorism focus because of the growing ...The Guardian - 5d -
Canada bolsters Arctic security to counter Russia-China threat
An ambassador for the region and Indigenous surveillance teams will supplement military hardwareFinancial Times - 5d -
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting shines a light on corporate security
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson appeared to be unguarded when he was murdered. Some companies are rethinking their security practices.CBS News - 5d -
German stock rally counters European gloom
Dax has enjoyed an unexpectedly strong market performance since the US electionsFinancial Times - 5d -
Will Trump seek detente with Venezuela in return for border security?
The Trump administration is considering a double-sided détente with Venezuela to increase energy imports and stem migratory flows to the Southern border, with the oil industry and financiers ...The Hill - 5d -
Former national security officials urge caution on Gabbard
A group of nearly 100 former national security officials urged the Senate to “carefully scrutinize” former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii), President-elect Trump’s nominee to serve as director of ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump pick a threat to US military’s counter-extremism effort, experts warn
Critics fear ‘absolute disaster’ and say Pete Hegseth’s far-right views will hinder attempts to tackle serious problem. Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump ’s embattled choice for secretary of defense, ...The Guardian - 5d -
Greek capital imposes tough security measures on anniversary of fatal police shooting
Athens is bracing for protests marking 16 years since the police shooting of a 15-year-old high school student, whose death sparked riots and has led to annual demonstrationsABC News - 5d -
Trump picks Anthony Salisbury as deputy Homeland Security Advisor
President-elect Trump picked Anthony Salisbury to be the deputy Homeland Security Advisor on the White House Homeland Security Council. “Tony will bring his vast Law Enforcement, ...The Hill - 6d -
Blinken and Russia's Lavrov clash on Ukraine at a security meeting in Malta
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has clashed indirectly with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at an annual security meeting, accusing the West of risking escalation to the war over ...ABC News - 6d -
‘Could this happen to us?’: UnitedHealth shooting prompts corporate security rethink
Companies rush to reassess protection provided to top executives after the killing of Brian Thompson in New YorkFinancial Times - 6d -
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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 - 6d -
UnitedHealth Shooting Is a Wake-Up Call on Corporate Security
People who advise companies on security issues say threats against executives are rising.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
Trump nominates financial software giant’s CEO to lead Social Security Administration
President-elect Trump tapped financial software giant CEO Frank Bisignano late Wednesday to lead the Social Security Administration (SSA) in his second administration. “Frank is a business leader, ...The Hill - 6d -
We need a more agile EU sanctions regime to counter the Kremlin
Measures adopted so far are too cumbersome to match Russia’s artful ways of circumventing themFinancial Times - 6d -
Analysis-China automakers pivot to hybrids for Europe to counter EV tariffs
Automakers in China are ramping up exports of hybrid vehicles to Europe and planning more models for the key market, exposing the limits of the European Union's electric vehicle tariff scheme. The ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Trump Picks Frank Bisignano to Lead Social Security Administration
Frank Bisignano has spent his career at major Wall Street banks. He has a long history of political giving, mainly to Republicans.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Despite previous threats, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson didn't travel with security
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, gunned down in front of a busy New York City hotel, didn't travel with any personal security despite known threats against him.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
FIFA Secures $1 Billion Broadcast Deal With DAZN for Club World Cup
An agreement with the London-based streaming company DAZN came just a day before the draw for the inaugural event and after other networks balked at FIFA’s demands.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Can you get a HELOC while on Social Security?
Wondering whether you can borrow money from your home equity if you're on Social Security? Here's what to know.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
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Quebec sees spike in irregular crossings to U.S., public security minister says
Quebec Public Security Minister François Bonnardel said on Tuesday that the number of irregular crossings from Canada to the U.S. has jumped significantly in the last three years.Bonnardel met on ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
California bill would ease access to over-the-counter birth control pills
Low-income Californians would have an easier time purchasing hormonal birth control pills at their local pharmacy under a new bill. The bill, which was recently introduced to the California State ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
House Republican: 'Hard decisions' needed on Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare
Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said Tuesday that lawmakers will ultimately face tough choices on spending in next year's unified GOP government, suggesting cuts may be coming to social welfare ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Immigration advocacy group launches political arm to counter Trump agenda
A top immigration advocacy group announced on Tuesday a new political arm to highlight the human consequences of the incoming Trump administration’s immigration enforcement plans. The Immigration ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
What to know about Social Security's December schedule and COLA increase
Social Security beneficiaries have some changes coming in December and January, due to quirks of the calendar and a payment hike.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
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Ontario’s ad campaign seeks to counter Trump tariffs threat
Canadian province is US’s third-biggest trade partner and its automotive industry is intertwined with that of its southern neighbourFinancial Times - Dec. 2
