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Stocks Finish Lower, Led by Nasdaq
U.S. stocks finished lower, with the S&P 500 creeping further from its recent record highs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S&P 500 Surges to Start the Year
The S&P 500, rising 10 percent, set the pace as investors looked forward to interest rate cuts.The New York Times - Top stories -
China’s Dispute With Taiwan Is Playing Out Near This Tiny Island
A fatal episode off Kinmen, a Taiwanese-controlled island, has become the latest occasion for Beijing to warn and test Taiwan’s president-elect.The New York Times - World - China -
Taiwan war game exposes vulnerability of energy grid to a China attack
Table top exercise by experts finds even basic power supplies could be knocked out by Beijing blockade or missile attackFinancial Times - Business - China -
Taiwan’s Top Diplomat Says U.S. Aid to Ukraine Is Critical for Deterring China
Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said in an interview that a Russian victory could embolden China to move against Taiwan and would fuel anti-American propaganda.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
US braces for major storm, 16 states under winter weather alerts
Millions of Americans are still feeling the effects of the winter season as the U.S. braces for a major snowstorm to sweep across the country.ABC News - Top stories -
Baltimore bridge collapse: US braces for supply chain disruption
Downing of Francis Scott Key Bridge disrupts shipping of cars and parts and risks loss of Baltimore’s cargo trade to other ports. The US transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, warned of “major and protracted impact to supply chains” following ...The Guardian - World -
Here’s how much money Americans in their 30s have in their 401(k)s
Americans in their 30s are around halfway to retirement age, but many don't have much saved in their 401(k)s.CNBC - Business -
Singapore's former transport minister S Iswaran slapped with 8 new charges
The new charges bring his total amount of charges to 35, including corruption. Iswaran has pleaded not guilty to the earlier 27 charges.CNBC - Business -
RFK Jr.'s ballot signatures could be invalid in Nevada without VP
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to name a vice presidential pick on Tuesday, but it will still have to resubmit its ballot signatures to qualify in Nevada.CBS News - Politics -
Dow Industrials, S&P 500 Dip to Start Week
Stocks were mostly lower as chip makers came under pressure, after a report that China plans to phase out U.S.-made microprocessors in government computers and servers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Fear, faith, friendship: Inside F1’s most precious relationship
When the lights go out, a Formula 1 driver is alone - apart from one connection. Their race engineer is their guide, strategist and psychologist.BBC News - Top stories -
Nigeria accuses Binance of tax evasion as detained executive ‘escapes’ custody
West African country steps up scrutiny of world’s largest cryptocurrency exchangeFinancial Times - Business -
Here's how to watch RFK Jr.'s VP announcement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to make an announcement on Tuesday afternoon about his pick for vice president, ending weeks of speculation over his running mate amid his long-shot independent bid. Kennedy is set to make his announcement at 2 ...The Hill - Politics -
What to know about RFK Jr.'s VP pick
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to know about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., of the infamous political dynasty, is continuing his third-party bid for president, ...The Hill - Politics -
Who is Nicole Shanahan, RFK Jr.'s new running mate?
An unconventional choice, Nicole Shanahan brings youth and considerable wealth to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s long-shot campaign but is little known outside Silicon Valley.CBS News - Politics -
U.K.’s tech unicorns honored with ever-changing statue in NYC
The United Kingdom is honoring its unicorns -- or startups with a valuation above $1 billion -- with its Ever-Changing Statue in New York.VentureBeat - Tech -
Chair says Libertarians are 'confused' by RFK Jr.'s VP pick
The chair of the Libertarian National Committee said its members are “confused” by Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr. vice presidential pick, which he announced Tuesday. “I think that a lot of libertarians are a little bit confused over why he chose Nicole ...The Hill - Politics -
Overwatch 2's New DPS Hero, Venture, Is As Maneuverable As They Are Deadly
Overwatch 2's newest DPS hero, Venture, will be excavating their way into the game soon, and Blizzard has now given fans their best look yet at the archaeologists' game-changing abilities.Venture is a highly maneuverable DPS who uses their Smart ...GameSpot - Tech -
S&P Global Cuts Paramount Credit Rating Into Junk Territory
The ratings company cut Paramount Global to BB-plus from BBB-minus, citing continuing cord cutting and elevated investments required to support the buildout of streaming services.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Amazon writes its largest venture cheque yet for AI start-up Anthropic
$2.75bn deal is the latest sign of Big Tech’s race to capitalise on the booming sectorFinancial Times - Business - Amazon -
GE Vernova, Solventum to join S&P 500 index next week
Newly minted GE Vernova and Solventum Corp., both soon to be officially spun off from two industrial giants, are hitting it big early: They are joining the S&P 500 index next week.MarketWatch - Business -
The U.S.’s First Congestion Tolls Were Approved in New York City
Also, the Biden administration promised to aid Baltimore’s recovery. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.The New York Times - Top stories - New York -
The S&P 500 Clinches Best Start to Year Since 2019
Resilient corporate profits, enthusiasm around AI and hopes that the Fed will cut rates have given investors plenty of reasons to keep on buying.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How much money Americans in their 50s have in their 401(k)s
Retirement is in view for Americans in their 50s. However, many have less saved than they may want. A retirement expert's tips to get on track.CNBC - Business -
Acura TLX Type S: What's Good Under the Hood
With its tidy, well-organized engine, the performance version of the company’s midsize five-seat sedan is designed with service in mind.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S. Africa Opposition Would Only Do ANC Deal to Avert ‘Doomsday’
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Sony PlayStation Pulse Elite Review: The PS5’s Perfect Wireless Headset
This wireless gaming headset is an improvement in every way over Sony’s previous attempt, plus it comes with a charging hanger.Wired - Tech -
A.I.’s Messy Moment + Listeners Respond to Jonathan Haidt + Shrimp Jesus
“Being a C.E.O. sucks. Elon was right. It is like looking into the abyss and chewing glass.”The New York Times - Top stories -
RFK Jr.'s running mate Shanahan shares vaccine skepticism
In tech lawyer Nicole Shanahan, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has tapped a running mate who shares his skepticism of vaccines. Shanahan has said she supports Kennedy because of his views on children’s health and the causes of chronic diseases, including ...The Hill - Politics -
Taiwan commissions 2 new navy ships as safeguards against rising threat from China
Taiwan has commissioned two new navy ships as a safeguard against the rising threat from China, which has been ratcheting up its naval and air force missions around the island that it claims as its own territory to be annexed by force if necessaryABC News - World - China -
China built a mock-up of key area in Taiwan's capital city at a desert training site, satellite images show
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Wall Street revamps 2024 S&P 500 targets after record-setting stock-market rally
Wall Street analysts are playing catchup with the 2024 stock-market rally.MarketWatch - Business -
Baseless '2020 poll fraud' claims resurface ahead of S. Korea vote in April
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Big tech companies could drive the S&P 500 to 6,000 this year or crash it to 4,500, says Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs lays out a scenario for the S&P 500 to hit 6,000 by the end of the year thanks to Big Tech.MarketWatch - Business -
Weezer's Blue Album at 30: The inside story of the debut that launched L.A.'s nerdiest band
Thirty years after the release of their debut LP, the members of Weezer reveal how the Blue Album came to be.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Oregon State, Washington State reach settlement with Pac-12's departing members, ending months-long battle
Oregon State and Washington State will receive $65 million from the 10 departing schools in 2024CBS Sports - Sports -
PS5's Game Help Feature Expands Expands With Auto-Recorded Clips To Help Others
Sony is expanding the PlayStation Game Help program that launched in 2020 and aims to help players get the help they need when trying to complete a game.. Launching later this year is "Community Game Help," which expands the library of game hints ...GameSpot - Tech -
2024 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top breakouts from proven model that nailed Bobby Witt Jr.'s strong season
SportsLine simulated the entire MLB season and identified Fantasy baseball 2024 breakoutsCBS Sports - Sports -
Mass Effect 5's Development Team Is Made Up Of Veterans, BioWare Reminds Fans
BioWare has once again confirmed that the team developing the next Mass Effect game is made up of veterans of the sci-fi RPG series.. Michael Gamble, an executive producer at BioWare who is leading the team making the next Mass Effect game, said ...GameSpot - Tech