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Subsidy race with US and China would harm Europe’s ailing economy, IMF warns
Fund urges EU to avoid ‘protectionist’ policies and focus on cutting internal trade barriersFinancial Times - Business - China -
Oil heads to weekly loss as market sees limited risk of wider war after Israel strike on Iran
Oil prices briefly jumped more than 3% after reports of explosions near the Iranian city of Isfahan.CNBC - Business - Iran -
Is the global economy stumbling into ‘the tepid Twenties’?
Growth is picking up in the short term, but fears are mounting of a stagnant decade, with bleak political consequencesFinancial Times - Business -
Building society and Co-op Bank agree takeover terms
The two lenders agree terms on a takeover deal that could be worth up to £780m.BBC News - Top stories -
3 Steps to Navigate Change
How your business can adapt and thrive during challenging times.Inc. - Business -
The $1.7 Billion Railway That Could Challenge China's Influence in Africa
A U.S.-backed railway connecting Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo is part of a pushback against China’s Belt and Road initiative in Africa. The $1.7 billion Lobito Corridor project aims to secure vital mineral supply chains.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Biden Weighs More Than $1 Billion in New Arms for Israel
The Biden administration is considering supplying tank shells, mortars and vehicles in one of the largest transfers since the start of the war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Letting grass grow long boosts butterfly numbers, UK study proves
Analysis of 60o gardens shows wilder lawns feed caterpillars and create breeding habitat. Good news for lazy gardeners: one labour-saving tweak could almost double the number of butterflies in your garden, according to a new scientific study – let ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
American Express says cardholders are buying lots of ‘front of cabin’ plane tickets, as total spending grows 7%
American Express saw an acceleration in new card acquisitions during the first quarter, and it recorded a profit beat for the period.MarketWatch - Business -
P&G Sales Boosted by Higher Prices Outside the U.S.
Higher prices for diapers and razors boosted sales and profits at Procter & Gamble in the latest quarter, but the maker of Pampers and Tide said it held the line on goods in the U.S.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China moves to boost foreign investment in domestic tech companies
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How to Communicate When You and Others Are in Crisis Mode
Never lie during a business crisis.Inc. - Business -
The Latest Plan to Exacerbate California's Housing Crisis
Limits on ownership by institutional investors would curtail investment in the state’s homes.The Wall Street Journal - World - California -
Iran crisis risks easing pressure on Israel over Gaza, diplomats warn
Humanitarian situation in Palestinian enclave remains dire, says EU’s top diplomatFinancial Times - World - Iran -
Bowen: Crisis shows how badly Iran and Israel understand each other
After decades of rivalry, the rival Middle East powers have both miscalculated, writes Jeremy Bowen.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Let California lead the way out of our global plastic pollution crisis
California has recognized this urgency and in 2022 passed SB54, mandating a 25 percent reduction in single-use plastics — the strongest plastics policy in the world.The Hill - Politics - California -
What Xavier Worthy did after his 4.21 record in the 40 could boost him
Ahead of next week's NFL Draft, teams are debating whether the 40-yard dash translates to today's game. It's complicated, but evaluators don't dismiss it.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
As India heads to the polls, Modi’s BJP is set to get a boost in opposition-ruled Tamil Nadu
Politics in Tamil Nadu has been dominated by regional players with ethno-nationalist ideologies, rooted in the Tamil language and culture.CNBC - Business - India -
Twisted truths and a fundraising boost: How Trump tried to control his first week in court
On the first day of the trial, Trump's campaign raised $1.6 million in small-dollar donations, a campaign official told NBC News.NBC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
5 big takeaways from Day 3 of Trump's hush money trial
Twelve jurors have been seated in the historic criminal trial of former president Donald Trump.ABC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Day 3 of Trump New York hush money trial
The full 12-person jury for Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial has been seated.CNN - Top stories - New York -
Meta Is Already Training a More Powerful Successor to Llama 3
The open source Llama 3 AI model released by Meta today is just the start, according to the company’s chief AI scientist, Yann LeCun. He said a new, much larger version is in the works.Wired - Tech -
Utah, Florida deny OU gymnastics' 3-peat bid
Utah, Florida, Cal and LSU advanced to Saturday's NCAA gymnastics championship as Oklahoma was denied its quest to three-peat.ESPN - Sports - Florida -
Final alternate jurors chosen in Trump trial as opening statements near
The final five alternate jurors in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial were selected on Friday.CBS News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Israeli missile hits Iran, U.S. officials confirm
Two U.S. officials confirm to CBS News that an Israeli missile has hit Iran. The strike follows last weekend's retaliatory drone and missile attack against Israel. Carissa Lawson anchors a special report.CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
Blasts heard in central province of Isfahan
Blasts are heard in central Isfahan province, though it is not clear what might have been hit.BBC News - Top stories -
GOP impeachment efforts hit brick wall
Republican impeachment efforts against President Biden and his Cabinet appear to have hit a brick wall after the Senate swiftly dismissed articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Senators dismissed a pair of ...The Hill - Politics -
Israeli missile hits Iran in retaliation attack
Israel attacked Iran overnight in retaliation for an Iranian missile strike last weekend.CBS News - World - Israel -
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Middle East crisis live: Blinken calls for calm as Iran official says no plan for immediate retaliation to reported Israeli missile strike
US secretary of state condemns airstrike in Iran; discussion ‘leans more towards infiltration than attack’ says anonymous Iranian official. Israel has mounted strikes on Iran, US says, as Tehran plays down attackWhat we know so far about Israel’s ...The Guardian - World - Iran -
Middle East Crisis: Live Updates: Muted Reactions to Israeli Strikes on Iran Hint at De-Escalation
Israel had vowed retaliation for Iran’s attack last weekend, but the strikes reported overnight were limited, and Iran downplayed them.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Kraken outlast Wild 4-3 in final regular-season game for non-playoff teams
Tye Kartye tipped in a slap shot by Oliver Bjorkstrand for the tiebreaking goal with 2:40 remaining, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 to wrap up the regular season for two teams that missed the playoffsABC News - Sports -
Meta released Llama 3, the latest edition of the company's publicly available large-language AI model.
Meta released Llama 3, the latest edition of the company’s publicly available large-language AI model.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Montreal scores twice in final minutes and rallies to beat Minnesota 4-3 in PWHL
Kristin O’Neill scored twice, and Montreal rallied to beat Minnesota 4-3 on Thursday night in the Professional Women’s Hockey LeagueABC News - Sports -
Why a 3-million-year-old lizard species in Arizona has virtually disappeared
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the ...CBS News - Top stories -
Nasdaq Drops After Israel Strikes Iran
U.S. stocks were mixed, with the Nasdaq in retreat and the Dow edging higher.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Sunak Hit by Twin Poll Blow as Working Age Voters Desert Tories
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China Hits U.S. With Levy on Chemical as Trade Tensions Rise
China slapped a levy on imports from the U.S. of a widely used chemical, a small salvo in an escalating trade dispute between Washington and Beijing.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Tehran downplays strike as U.S. officials say Israeli missile hit Iran
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.CBS News - Politics - Iran