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Jeff Yass Has a Question for Janet Yellen
The Treasury secretary is concerned about China’s clean-energy subsidies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Baidu Says Ernie AI Chatbot Now Has 200 Million Users
The number of users of Baidu’s Ernie Bot, China’s most popular ChatGPT-style chatbot, has doubled in recent months to more than 200 million, according to the company.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Baidu Says Ernie AI Chatbot Now Has 200 Million Users
The number of users of Baidu’s Ernie Bot, China’s most popular ChatGPT-style chatbot, has doubled in recent months to more than 200 million, according to the company.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
5 important debt relief options to know
If you're facing mounting debt, there are a few good debt relief options you may want to consider right now.CBS News - Top stories -
Lagarde says US plan to raise debt against Russian assets carries legal risk
Comments from European Central Bank chief point to transatlantic rift over use of seized fundsFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
How Yellen struggled to move the needle on US-China trade
Treasury secretary’s week-long trip yields little progress on disagreements over how Beijing should counter slowdownFinancial Times - Business - China -
Yellen says U.S. preparing fresh Iran sanctions after Israel attack
The Biden administration is preparing fresh sanctions against Iran after the Islamic Republic’s attack on Israel, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told reporters on Tuesday.MarketWatch - Business - Iran -
The migrant highway that could sway the US election
The Darién Gap has become a key migration route for people heading towards the USFinancial Times - Business -
Top commodities traders dismiss IPO route after bumper profits
Executives at Vitol, Trafigura and Mercuria say banks and export credit agencies have never been so keen to lend to themFinancial Times - Business -
Franklin, Apple TV+ — story of a polymath patriot who secured the future of America
Part biography and part costume drama, Michael Douglas plays Benjamin Franklin with twinkling mischiefFinancial Times - World - Apple -
Long-term care insurance: Why those in their 70s should act now
Long-term care insurance can help cover your cost of care. Here's why you should act now if you're in your 70s.CBS News - Top stories -
Bank of Canada Holds Steady, but Says June Rate Cut Is Possible
The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged for a sixth consecutive time at 5%, and said a cut in June is possible so long as incoming data assures officials that downward momentum in inflation is sustainable.The Wall Street Journal - World -
School absenteeism has soared, Congress must act on plans to address the issue
Congress is responsible for prioritizing measures that will facilitate the recovery of students' academic progress, and that begins with supporting President Biden’s proposal to get kids to school.The Hill - Politics -
Janet Yellen says she won't rule out possible tariffs on China's green exports
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday that she would not rule out any measures, including potential tariffs, on China’s green energy exports.NBC News - Top stories - China -
Why it’s so expensive to own a car right now, in 5 charts
The good news for car owners? The price of a new car is finally getting cheaper. The bad news? Just about every other cost of owning a vehicle is getting a lot more expensive.MarketWatch - Business -
US general says Russian army has grown by 15 percent since pre-Ukraine war
Gen. Christopher Cavoli, the head of U.S. European Command, said Thursday that Russia's army has grown by 15 percent since before the invasion of Ukraine, raising the alarm that Russian forces are reconstituting "far faster" than initial estimates ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Booms and sirens in Israel after Iran launches over 200 missiles and drones in unprecedented attack
Booms and air raid sirens have sounded across Israel after Iran launched hundreds of drones, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushes the Middle East closer to a regionwide warABC News - World - Iran -
'Something will have to give': IMF sounds alarm on US debt
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned Tuesday that America’s recent economic performance is partially the result of the country’s unsustainable fiscal practices, creating risks for the global economy. “The exceptional recent performance of ...The Hill - Politics -
Truck plows into Texas DPS office in "intentional" act, killing 1, officials say
The 18-wheeler was stolen and crashed into the office in Brenham in a "deliberate, heinous act," said Texas State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst.CBS News - Top stories -
Jordan Says It Shot Down Iranian Drones As Act of Self-Defense
The Arab kingdom said it took military action to defend its territory against Iranian drone and missile strikes. Critics assailed the country as having helped defend Israel.The New York Times - World - Iran -
New rules say Pregnant Workers Fairness Act covers accommodations for abortion
U.S. workers who have abortions must be provided with accommodations like time off and flexible breaks under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), according to a final rule released Monday. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
What are the cheapest ways to get out of debt? Here's what experts say
Struggling to tackle your high-interest debt? Experts recommend these six debt payoff strategies.CBS News - Top stories -
Middle East crisis live: threat of Iranian attack on Israel ‘still viable’, says White House
White House spokesperson says US and Israel in ‘constant communication’ amid threat from Tehran. An assessment conducted by a UN team in Khan Younis after the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the area, has reported “widespread destruction”.. In ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
The Swiss government says it will host a high-level Ukraine peace conference in June and hopes Russia could join one day
The Swiss government says it will host a high-level Ukraine peace conference in June and hopes Russia could join one dayABC News - World - Ukraine -
Most doses of Eli Lilly's Zepbound, Mounjaro in short supply through June, FDA says
The insatiable demand for weight loss and diabetes drugs is still trouncing supply, even as Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk work to increase production capacity.CNBC - Business -
ECB June rate cut looks increasingly likely — but there are 'still some caveats,' German central bank chief says
Several ECB officials have made remarks about their expectations for interest rates in recent days.CNBC - Business -
Walmart Has Some Wild Game Deals Right Now
Walmart is offering a bunch of impressive video game deals today, with hit titles across Switch, PS5, and Xbox receiving generous discounts. A bit of everything is included in the savings--from family-friendly platforms like Disney Illusion Island ...GameSpot - Tech -
Ocasio-Cortez Never Steered Money to a Key Arm of Her Party. Until Now.
Her contribution to the campaign arm of House Democrats is a symbolic moment in the New York lawmaker’s own evolution inside the Democratic Party.The New York Times - Top stories -
Gold is back — and it has a message for us
The precious metal’s surge may herald a whole new worldFinancial Times - World -
The US Government Has a Microsoft Problem
Microsoft has stumbled through a series of major cybersecurity failures over the past few years. Experts say the US government’s reliance on its systems means the company continues to get a free pass.Wired - Tech - Microsoft -
US proposes debt to fund Ukraine using profits from frozen Russian assets
Hope that Washington’s idea could generate tens of billions in cash for KyivFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
Amazon has a must-see sale on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
Two of Samsung's bestselling smartphones are now on sale on Amazon, so grab one while you can save serious cash.CBS News - Top stories -
Paying Off People’s Medical Debt Has Little Impact on Their Lives, Study Finds
A nonprofit group called R.I.P. Medical Debt has relieved Americans of $11 billion in hospital bills. But that did not improve their mental health or their credit scores, a study found.The New York Times - Health -
After Iran’s attack on Israel, the world must act: this is a crisis that threatens us all | Simon Tisdall
Netanyahu wanted a wider conflict, and Tehran has walked into his trap. The major powers must immediately head this off. The missiles and drones that rained destruction on Israel in the early hours of Sunday morning have given Israel’s prime ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
US files 2nd labor complaint after Mexico refuses to act on union-busting by a Mexican company
The United States has filed a labor complaint panel after Mexico refused to act on alleged union-busting by a Mexican companyABC News - World - Mexico -
These 5 US airports ranked among 2023's busiest worldwide: report
These airports served millions and millions of passengers last year, according to a new report.The Hill - Politics -
2-time All-Star Ja Morant acted in self-defense during pickup game fight, judge says
A Tennessee judge has ruled that Ja Morant acted in self-defense when a teenager accused the two-time NBA All-Star of punching him during a pickup game at the home of the Memphis Grizzlies guard’s parents in 2022ABC News - Sports -
The Latest | Israel vows to defend itself if Iran responds to attack on its consulate
Israel’s military says it is prepared to defend the country and strike back if Iran decides to retaliate for this month’s deadly airstrike on the Iranian Consulate in SyriaABC News - World - Iran -
A suspect in a deadly Sydney stabbing attack acted alone and there is no longer a threat, police say
A suspect in a deadly Sydney stabbing attack acted alone and there is no longer a threat, police sayABC News - World -
Netanyahu brushes off calls for restraint, saying Israel will decide how to respond to Iran's attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country will be the one to decide whether and how to respond to Iran’s major air assault over the weekendABC News - World - Israel