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Today: December 18, 2025
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Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling

A new AP-NORC poll finds President Donald Trump’s approval on the economy has fallen substantially since he reentered the White House

Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling
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Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say

Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress’ Joint Economic Committee

Tariffs have cost U.S. households $1,200 each since Trump returned to the White House, Democrats say
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Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability
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Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden

Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden

Trump isn’t to blame for affordability woes. Neither is Biden
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Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal

Pentagon did not conduct routine investigation on whether Hegseth damaged national security by sharing strike plans on Signal
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It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact

It’s not just Americans who are feeling Trump’s tariffs. Five charts show their global impact
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US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuelan coast
Economy|Education|World

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions

Some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges have been enrolling record numbers of low-income students as campuses prioritize economic diversity in the wake of a ban on affirmative action

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
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Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
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Coca-Cola names a company veteran as its new CEO

Coca-Cola said Wednesday that its chief operating officer will become its next CEO in the first quarter of 2026

Coca-Cola names a company veteran as its new CEO
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FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple

As President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package this week to help U.S. farmers hurt by tariffs, he placed responsibility for the U.S. agricultural trade deficit on former President Joe Biden

FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Biden for the agricultural trade deficit. It's not that simple
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Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump says the United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of President Nicolás Maduro

Trump says the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
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Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill
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Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show

Aid deliveries into Gaza are falling short of the amount agreed upon in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show
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US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level

The U.S. suicide rate has fallen after years of hovering at some of the highest levels ever reported, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level
Business|Economy|Environment

First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies

Oil companies have offered $300 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico in the first offshore lease sale for the region since 2023

First of 30 oil lease sales planned for Gulf of Mexico draws $300 million from companies
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Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year

The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row Wednesday but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months

Federal Reserve cuts key rate, sees healthier economy next year
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Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now

Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now
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Trump calls affordability a hoax again in insult-ridden speech

President Donald Trump traveled to Pennsylvania to tout his economic agenda and try to allay voters’ cost of living concerns.

Trump calls affordability a hoax again in insult-ridden speech
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US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more

The U.S. stock market neared its all-time high after the Federal Reserve cut its main interest rate to bolster the job market, and hopes strengthened for more cuts to come in 2026

US stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates and hopes build for more
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A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

A misplaced wire label on a container ship and other mishaps likely caused the Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says
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The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans

The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans

The Fed just cut interest rates for the sixth time. Here’s why you’re not seeing much of a difference in your loans
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What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years

What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you
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Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means

Elon Musk reportedly plans massive IPO for SpaceX. Here’s what that means
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Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing

Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing

Brad Lander, a Mamdani ally, challenges Rep. Dan Goldman in Democratic primary with mayor-elect’s backing
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USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job

USA Today's editor in chief, Caren Bohan, is out of the job she's held for a little more than a year

USA Today editor in chief out after a year in job
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First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more

Rain has finally fallen in Iran's capital after months of drought

First rain of autumn falls in Iran's capital, but the drought-ravaged nation needs far more
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals
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Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again

Mega billionaire Elon Musk said his efforts leading the Department of Government Efficiency were only “somewhat successful” and he would not do it over again

Elon Musk says DOGE was only 'somewhat successful' and he wouldn't do it again
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US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case

U.S. prosecutors have told the Supreme Court that they want to give up their fight to preserve the convictions of a former Fox executive and a South American sports media company in a corruption case related to the TV rights for international soccer tournaments

US prosecutors seek to abandon soccer TV rights corruption case
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'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
Business|Economy|Health|US

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy
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Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa
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Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago
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WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on

The language of politicians has become more vulgar in recent years

WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on
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NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice

NASCAR Chairman Jim France has testified in a federal antitrust lawsuit involving Michael Jordan's racing team

NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice
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Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest
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From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials

The mass adoption of new technologies drives demand for rare and complex materials used in their manufacture.

From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials
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Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows

Girls are at an even greater risk of early substance use than boys.

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality

There are better ways for teams to cut their climate impact.

From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality
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Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads

Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads

Pro-AI super PAC launches first candidate ads
Business|Economy|Finance

December is a great time to buy a new car and this is why

If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, the remaining weeks of December could be a great time to buy

December is a great time to buy a new car and this is why
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Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs

Why Latin America’s prisons create some of the world’s deadliest gangs
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Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline

Dozens of people have been killed in a drone strike against Sudan’s largest oil processing facility carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces

Military drone attack on Sudan oil field kills dozens and threatens South Sudan's economic lifeline
Business|Economy|Environment

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter

A new threat to affordability – just in time for winter
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Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability

Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability

Vance expected to travel to Pennsylvania next week to continue administration’s push on affordability
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Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues

Paramount Skydance says that the Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent Holdings withdrew from its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery to avert a national security review

Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues
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South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts or deep-faked celebrities endorsing food or pharmaceutical products on social media

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads
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Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote

Opponents of Missouri’s new congressional map have submitted thousands of petition signatures calling for a statewide vote on the plan backed by President Donald Trump

Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
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Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina could be federally recognized through the National Defense Authorization Act the House plans to vote on this week

Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill
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Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict

Cambodia and Thailand are engaged in renewed fighting, forcing tens of thousands to flee border areas

Cambodia vows fierce fight against Thailand in their escalating border conflict
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Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries

At a nighttime event in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump tried to emphasize his focus on combating inflation, although the issue couldn't quite command his full attention

Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries
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The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally

President Donald Trump road-tested his claims that he’s tackling Americans’ affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania

The Latest: Trump speaks on Americans’ economic worries and blames Democrats at Pennsylvania rally
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Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail
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Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayor’s race over a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump

Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
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West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says

A leader of the West African regional bloc says coups and attempted coups have left the region in a state of emergency

West Africa is in a state of emergency after several coups, bloc leader says
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|Travel|World

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony

A planned news conference by Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has been canceled after a several-hour delay, a day before Wednesday's award ceremony in Oslo

Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony
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Kyle Schwarber stays with Philadelphia Phillies, agrees to $150 million, 5-year contract

Kyle Schwarber is staying with the Philadelphia Phillies, agreeing to a $150 million, five-year contract

Kyle Schwarber stays with Philadelphia Phillies, agrees to $150 million, 5-year contract
Business|Economy|Education

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan
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Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits
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Gerrymandering is spreading across US states after Trump pushed for new congressional districts

A gerrymandering battle is spreading among states after President Donald Trump pushed for new U.S. House districts ahead of next year's elections

Gerrymandering is spreading across US states after Trump pushed for new congressional districts
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Cracker Barrel lowers revenue forecast as traffic falls after logo blowup

Cracker Barrel posted lower-than-expected sales in its fiscal first quarter and lowered its revenue forecast for the year as it continued to feel the fallout from a botched plan to revamp its logo and restaurants

Cracker Barrel lowers revenue forecast as traffic falls after logo blowup
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US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday

U.S. stocks largely held in place as Wall Street waits to hear what the Federal Reserve will say about interest rates

US stocks hold in place in the countdown to the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Wednesday
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Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says her country plans to send more water to the U.S., but not immediately

Mexican president says Mexico will send more water to US but not immediately
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Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges

Illinois has a new law shielding immigrants from federal enforcement near courthouses, hospitals, university campuses, and day cares

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges
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Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase
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OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit

OpenAI has appointed Slack CEO Denise Dresser as its first chief of revenue

OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit
Business|Economy|Technology

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes

Partnership to convert airliners to cargo planes
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Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering

Argentine federal police have raided the headquarters of the Argentine Football Association and at least 17 soccer clubs

Police raid Argentine soccer clubs and AFA as part of investigation into alleged money laundering
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on four people and four firms for allegedly recruiting former Colombian military members to train soldiers for Sudan's Rapid Support Forces

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian fighters for Sudanese paramilitary
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European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test

European Union leaders have committed to funding Ukraine's economic and military needs for the next two years

European leaders agree to fund Ukraine for 2 years but using Russian assets poses a major test
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America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge

America’s job market is turning into an exclusive airport lounge
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More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe

More people are turning to GoFundMe for help with basic needs such as housing and food

More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in at 7.7 million amid uncertainty over the direction of the American economy

U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million
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US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves

Industry leaders have objected to reversals of long-standing policies, and market forces are moving against the Trump administration’s hopes.

US oil industry doesn’t see profit in Trump’s ‘pro-petroleum’ moves
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure

Microsoft has announced its largest-ever Asia investment of $17.5 billion in India to enhance cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure over the next four years

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026

McCormick predicts this flavor will dominate menus in 2026
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6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong
Economy|Education

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether

Not letting undocumented students pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities can make the cost of a college education prohibitive.

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether
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Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela
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UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss
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Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI

The European Union is investigating Google for potential antitrust violations related to its AI models

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
Business|Economy

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why

Starbucks workers are still without a labor deal four years after their first union win. Here’s why
Business|Economy|Election|Finance

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as GOP tries to sell its own affordability message
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Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report
Business|Economy|Finance

Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds

The Federal Reserve faces an unusually contentious meeting this week that will test Chair Jerome Powell’s ability to corral the necessary support from fellow policymakers for a third straight interest rate cut

Fed likely to lower borrowing costs this week, but follow-up rate cuts face longer odds
Economy

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?

Why does the stock market care so much about a rate cut?
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Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister

Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new prime minister following October’s parliamentary election

Czech populist billionaire Babiš sworn in as prime minister
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IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms

The International Monetary Fund says it has approved the release of $1.2 billion to Pakistan, giving the cash-strapped country a fresh boost as it works to recover from one of its worst economic crises in years

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire
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Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China
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Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China

President Donald Trump says he will allow Nvidia to sell its H200 computer chip used in the development of artificial intelligence to “approved customers” in China

Trump approves sale of more advanced Nvidia computer chips used in AI to China
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What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros

What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs

Trump threatens Mexico with even higher tariffs
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|US

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members

The U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies, signaling support for President Donald Trump’s firing of board members

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China

President Donald Trump is giving farmers some $12 billion in aid to help as they struggle to sell their crops while getting hit by rising costs

Trump is giving farmers $12B in aid. They've been hit hard by his trade war with China
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Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case

An economist testified in Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust trial against NASCAR that the racing series owes a combined $364.7 million in damages to the two teams suing it over a revenue-sharing dispute

Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case
Crime|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights

Angry farmers protesting delays in the payment of subsidies have swarmed onto an airport tarmac on the southern Greek island of Crete

Protesting Greek farmers swarm onto airport tarmac in Crete, forcing halt to flights
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor

PepsiCo plans to cut prices and eliminate some of its products under a deal with an activist investor announced Monday

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products as part of a deal with an activist investor
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Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team

Incoming Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel is assembling his team to help him lead the conglomerate Warren Buffett built starting in January after a couple of key departures

Top manager leaves Warren Buffett's Berkshire as incoming CEO names team
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides

Benin's government has said Sunday's short-lived coup left “casualties on both sides” of the government forces and the mutinous soldiers

Benin government says short-lived coup left casualties on both sides
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Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch

Chief sustainability officer of IKEA Australia and New Zealand, Mirja Viinanen, joins Elex Michaelson to share details about the new store in New Zealand. Plus, Michaelson asks Viinanen if she can put together IKEA products herself.

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch
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Wall Street pulls back from its record heights

U.S. stocks pulled away from their record heights

Wall Street pulls back from its record heights
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds

An innovative study mapped preterm births, low birth weights and infant mortality to municipal water wells downstream from PFAS-contaminated sites. The results show the high cost of PFAS harm.

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds
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Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey

President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, Alina Habba, announced her resignation as acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey

Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey
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Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he has divested from his North Dakota soybean farmland

Bessent divests from soybean farmland ahead of Trump aid announcement for farmers
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Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing has completed its $4.7 billion purchase of Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier that builds fuselages for its 737 Max jetliners

Boeing finalizes $4.7B acquisition of key 737 Max supplier Spirit AeroSystems
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Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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What is a hostile takeover bid?

What is a hostile takeover bid?

What is a hostile takeover bid?
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Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years

While hospital CEO salaries and health insurance premiums have increased, health care quality has not.

Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years
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Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination

US industries have traditionally consolidated into 3 to 5 main players. When it comes to streaming, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney are the top trio.

Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination
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Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package

Trump announces $12 billion farmer aid package
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges
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A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom

A year on from the ousting of Assad, Syrians remember the pain but rejoice at their freedom
Economy|Science|Technology

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears

Trump says he’ll sign executive order blocking state AI regulations, despite safety fears
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Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium

Pollstar has ranked the top 25 “Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium” based on ticket sales from Jan. 1, 2001, to the end of 2025

Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help
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How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’

Recent news reports highlighted how the Fed technically has a third mandate – moderate long-term interest rates. An economist explains how the objective is already baked into the other two.

How keeping down borrowing costs for mortgages and other loans is built into the Fed’s ‘dual mandate’
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IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal

IBM has announced it's acquiring data streaming platform Confluent in an $11 billion deal

IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
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Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup

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Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup
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Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit

Leadership shakeup at Berkshire Hathaway ahead of Warren Buffett’s exit
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China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's exports returned to growth in November after an unexpected contraction in October, pushing its trade surplus for 2025 past the $1 trillion mark for the first time

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course

How should we deal with space junk? Space recycling, of course
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Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
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Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings

Takeaways: Supreme Court’s conservatives ready to back Trump on firings
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Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns

Democratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections

Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
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Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines

The U.S. Department of Transportation is waiving part of a fine assessed against Southwest Airlines after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022

Government waives part of a Biden-era fine against Southwest Airlines
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Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record

“Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” is dominating the box office in its opening weekend in North America

Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record
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Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees
Americas|Crime|Economy|World

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions

How Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro defied all predictions
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Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta

An exhibit opening Monday in Atlanta shows a historical marker from the site of a 1918 lynching that was repeatedly vandalized

Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta
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Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center
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Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say
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Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’
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Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory

Ukraine peace talks in Miami end with lingering questions over security guarantees and territory
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Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown

Trump administration lets Southwest Airlines off the hook with a multimillion dollar waiver for 2022 holiday travel meltdown
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Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and triggering air raid alerts

Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine as diplomatic talks continue
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Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress

Big 12 Commission Brett Yormark says legislation currently stalled in Congress is needed to regulate college athletics and put a stop to what he essentially calls uncapped spending for name, image and likeness in football

Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress
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Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near

Mike Duggan is stepping down as Detroit mayor at the end of the year after three terms in office

Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near
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Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord

Syrian president says Israel is ‘fighting ghosts’ and must abide by deconfliction accord
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Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment

Qatar’s prime minister says the Gaza ceasefire has reached a “critical moment” as its first phase winds down

Qatari leader says the Gaza ceasefire is at a critical moment
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The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump

Chief Justice John Roberts has led the Supreme Court’s conservative majority on a steady march of increasing the power of the presidency

The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump
Asia|Economy|Entertainment|Travel|World

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia

Bangkok is the world’s most visited city. But badly behaved tourists are creating problems in Asia
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What the heck is going on at Apple?

What the heck is going on at Apple?

What the heck is going on at Apple?
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How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives

How an Olympic snowboarder became one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives
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Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal

Netflix has a big unanswered question. That may kill its Warner Bros. deal
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FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into whether U.S. airlines complied with an emergency order to cut flights at 40 major airports during the recent government shutdown

FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown
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Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana

Federal border agents have descended on a Hispanic enclave just outside New Orleans, and local business owners are suffering

Shops empty in a Hispanic neighborhood as immigration crackdown comes to Louisiana
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help

A man clinging to a tree on the Guadalupe River and screaming for a helicopter rescue

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help
Business|Economy

What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott

The Montgomery Bus Boycott is marking its 70th anniversary

What boycotting looks like 70 years after the Montgomery Bus Boycott
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Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96

Roy Kramer, who as commissioner of the Southeastern Conference helped transform the league into a national power while reshaping the entire sport of college football, has died

Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96
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Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'

Michael Jordan has testified in a landmark NASCAR antitrust case, stating he felt compelled to sue to force changes in a business model he believes shortchanges teams and drivers

Michael Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust trial, says he had no choice but to sue 'the entity'
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Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel

A former DEA agent and an associate have been charged with conspiring to launder millions of dollars and obtain weapons for a Mexican drug cartel

Former DEA agent charged with agreeing to launder millions of dollars for Mexican drug cartel
Economy

Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high

The U.S. stock market rose to the edge of its all-time high

Wall Street rises to the edge of its all-time high
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Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.

Netflix's $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros

Notable early reaction to Netflix's deal to acquire Warner Bros.
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The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you

The Social Security Administration plans to cut foot traffic to its field offices by 50% next year

The Social Security Administration plans to cut field office visits by 50%. What it means for you
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US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago

U.S. Steel says it'll resume making steel slabs at its Granite City Works plant in Illinois amid strengthening demand

US Steel to resume steel production at Illinois plant shut 2 years ago
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Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw

President Donald Trump has finally met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

Trump meets Mexican President Sheinbaum in person for the first time at World Cup draw
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Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion

Netflix has struck a deal to buy Warner Bros

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
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Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems

The nation’s freight railroads are going to be able to try relying more on technology and inspect their tracks less often after the federal government approved their waiver request on Friday

Railroads will be allowed to reduce inspections and rely more on technology to spot track problems
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Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation

Mexico’s anti-money laundering office has frozen the bank accounts of Raúl Rocha Cantú, a Mexican co-owner of Miss Universe, amid an investigation into drugs, fuel and arms trafficking

Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's bank accounts during organized crime investigation
Americas|Business|Economy|Environment|US

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts

Florida’s Republican-dominated congressional delegation is urging the Trump administration to drop a plan that would allow new oil drilling off the state’s coast

Florida congressional Republicans tell Trump to keep oil drilling off state's coasts
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Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand

Georgia's largest utility wants to spend more than $15 billion to increase its electricity capacity by 50% over the next six years to serve data centers

Georgia Power says it needs a huge increase in power capacity to meet data center demand
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The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order on birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution
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Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an annual summit, focusing on diversifying economic ties

Putin and Modi hold talks and announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties
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"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm

"A devastating situation." Reward offered in major theft from oyster farm
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FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it

President Donald Trump this week announced plans to weaken strict gas mileage requirements for automakers set under former President Joe Biden

FACT FOCUS: Trump said weaker gas mileage rules will mean cheaper cars. Experts say don't bet on it
Business|Economy|Technology

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?

Could paper checks be on the way out, like the penny?
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump has come out with a new national security strategy that paints European allies as weak and aims to reassert America’s dominance in the Western Hemisphere

Trump's security strategy slams European allies and asserts US power in the Western Hemisphere
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX

Mom picking up the pieces after home damage she blames on SpaceX
Americas|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere

Trump national security strategy calls for ‘cultivating resistance’ in Europe and changing US’ role in Western Hemisphere
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Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport

Riot police have fired tear gas at farmers attempting to block the main access road to the international airport in Greece’s second-largest city Thessaloniki

Greek police fire tear gas at protesting farmers threatening to blockade airport
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In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry

The Cooper family has worked in the coal industry in Colorado for generations

In Colorado town built on coal, some families are moving on, even as Trump tries to boost industry
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Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO

Netflix announces deal to buy Warner Bros. and HBO
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Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies

When President Donald Trump suspended the refugee program, he left thousands stranded worldwide

Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies
Economy|Health|Political

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP

Speaker Johnson under attack from his own as mood darkens in House GOP
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances

Pope Leo XIV has taken his biggest step yet to correct one of Pope Francis’ more problematic financial moves

Pope cancels Holy See fundraising commission announced under questionable circumstances
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Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power

Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive power
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India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports

India’s aviation watchdog has temporarily rolled back restrictions on airline crew duty hours

India withdraws pilot restrictions after largest airline cancels flights and disrupts airports
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns

The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is putting pressure on Beijing’s governance system in the city

Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns
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Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions

Minutes after police approached Luigi Mangione in a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, he told an officer he didn’t want to talk

Police video shows Luigi Mangione said he didn't want to talk. They kept asking questions
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MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026

The Major League Baseball Players' Association has gathered Arizona to discuss the future of the game and look ahead to a possible lockout next December

MLB players union gathers to prepare for potentially contentious labor negotiations in 2026
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NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case

The attorney for two teams suing NASCAR has described series chairman Jim France as a "brick wall" in negotiations over a new revenue-sharing model

NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case
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Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week

Rank-and-file Republicans in the House are increasingly going public with anger towards their leadership

Speaker Johnson pleads with Republicans to keep concerns private after tumultuous week
Africa|Business|Economy|World

Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal

President Donald Trump praised the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda for their courage as they signed onto a deal aimed at ending the conflict in eastern Congo

Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal
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US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally

The U.S. Treasury has imposed a $7 million fine on a New York property management firm for allegedly violating Russia-related sanctions

US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high

The U.S. stock market held near its records in a quiet day of trading

Wall Street inches closer to its all-time high
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Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms

Congress flails on health care as Obamacare deadline looms
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Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals

Government watchdog launches probe into Bill Pulte over mortgage-fraud referrals
Economy|Health|Political

Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll

A new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care

Where the blame will fall if ACA subsidies expire, according to a new poll
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'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says

'Breaking bad on steroids': Drugs, explosives seized in major Central Florida bust, sheriff says
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance

A strong quarter at Build-A-Bear Workshop in a bounce back year for the retailer was overshadowed by the growing weight of tariffs in an ongoing trade war waged by President Donald Trump

Tariffs catch up to resurgent Build-A-Bear, overshadowing financial performance
Business|Economy|US|World

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown

New York Times sues Hegseth over Pentagon press crackdown
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Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards

President Trump says loosening U.S. fuel economy standards will save car buyers $900 up front, but as Paula Newton and Bill Weir discuss, they may face higher costs at the fuel pump.

Trump proposes slashing U.S. fuel economy standards
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Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires

Planet Earth has never had so many billionaires
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Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown

Hispanic-owned businesses prepare for immigration crackdown
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Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans

President Donald Trump plans to visit Pennsylvania next week to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation

Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India to strengthen economic and bilateral ties

Putin arrives in New Delhi on a state visit aimed at bolstering Russia-India ties
Business|Economy|Education|Political

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Technology

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs

The secret behind your skyrocketing energy costs
Economy|Health|World

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress

Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress
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UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines

Britain and Norway have announced joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables from Russia

UK and Norway will mount joint naval patrols to protect undersea cables and hunt Russian submarines
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Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade

China and France have pledged deeper cooperation to address global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade

China's Xi and France's Macron pledge cooperation on global crises and trade
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows

Thai consumer confidence rose for a third consecutive month in November to reach its highest level in six months, helped by government policies and support for domestic

Thai consumer confidence hits 6-month high in November, survey shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage

Venmo says that an issue impacting the payment service has been fixed and it is “back up and running,” after users reported trouble sending and receiving money

Venmo announces it is 'back up and running' following widespread service outage
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BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday there was uncertainty on how far the central bank could raise interest rates due to the difficulty of

BOJ's Ueda flags uncertainty on how far rates can go up
Economy|Travel|World

Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules

French President Emmanuel Macron met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, seeking stronger commercial ties, as the European Union prepares to toughen up its

Flanked by business leaders, Macron meets Xi as EU prepares tougher trade rules
Economy|Education|Political|Science|World

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high

The U.S. dollar was soft on Thursday after lacklustre economic data cemented the case for a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, providing relief

Dollar weak with rate-cut enthusiasm intact, euro at 7-week high
Economy|Europe|Political|World

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky

The European Union has unveiled a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine over the next two years

The EU lays out a plan to fund Ukraine using frozen Russian assets but Belgium says it's too risky
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says

China's economy is in a bad way and President Xi Jinping should focus on improving the lives of his people and not "territorial expansion", Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said

China should focus on economy not 'territorial expansion', Taiwan president says
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Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks

Oil prices gained on Thursday after Ukrainian attacks on Russia's oil infrastructure signalled potential supply constraints, and stalled peace talks

Oil prices firm after Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, stalled peace talks
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Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report

Australian lender ANZ Group's influential proxy advisor Institutional Shareholder Services on Thursday recommended investors vote against

Second ANZ proxy advisor recommends vote against pay report
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Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays

Honduran centrist presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla maintained a small lead over Trump-backed conservative Nasry Asfura

Honduran centrist holds narrow lead in presidential race marred by further delays
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Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms

The dollar hit a five-week low while Asian stocks made a lacklustre start to the trading session on Thursday, after weaker-than-expected economic

Asia markets mixed, sentiment tepid as Fed looms
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Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets

Australian households went on the biggest spending binge in almost two years in October in just the latest example of economic froth that could mean the next

Australia's household spending surges, lifting rate hike bets
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Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car registrations fell by 19% in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, following steep drops reported in

Tesla's UK car sales fall in November, New Automotive data shows
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Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows

Tesla's UK car sales fell 19% year-on-year in November, preliminary data from research group New AutoMotive showed on Thursday, as the U.S. electric vehicle maker continues to lose

Tesla UK sales fall 19% in November, New Automotive data shows
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Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday confirmed he held a "respectful and cordial" phone call with U.S.

Venezuela's Maduro says call with Trump was 'respectful and cordial'
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President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community

Even for a president who has long made clear he’s no fan of Somalia, the latest round of contempt from Donald Trump was a shock in the country’s largest Somali community in Minnesota

President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community
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Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say

The Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September attack on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea and the U.S. military still carried out a follow-up strike

Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say
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Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers

After riding the artificial intelligence craze to new heights, business software maker Salesforce has been pummeled by a wave of investor skepticism that’s intensified the pressure on its persuasive CEO Marc Benioff to reverse the tide

Salesforce CEO vies to overcome investors' AI skepticism while touting company's quarterly numbers
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Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution

President Donald Trump has announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules for the auto industry

Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution
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Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production

Chevron said on Wednesday that capital expenditure for 2026 will be between $18 billion and $19 billion as the oil major focuses on production in the U.S. and

Chevron to spend up to $19 billion next year in focus on US, Guyana oil production
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A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?

In heavily Democratic California, one prominent Republican U.S. House member is considering an audacious maneuver — moving to Texas to run for Congress

A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?
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Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change

Twelve former U.S.

Twelve former US FDA commissioners express deep concern about agency's vaccine change
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Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data

Virtu Financial will pay a $2.5 million fine to settle U.S.

Virtu, a large market maker, to pay $2.5 million SEC fine over client trading data
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NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign

Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins has testified in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR

NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign
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US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'

A group of Democratic and Republican U.S. senators filed a resolution on Wednesday that would block U.S. military action against Venezuela without

US lawmakers want war powers vote after Trump pledges Venezuela attack 'soon'
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Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports

U.S.

Bessent under discussion to also lead US National Economic Council, Bloomberg News reports
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Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles

President Donald Trump on Wednesday proposed slashing fuel economy standards that former President Joe Biden had finalized last year, in a push to

Trump proposes slashing fuel economy rules in boost for gas vehicles
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US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track

The U.S.

US Census Bureau says implementing strategies to bring economic data releases back on track
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Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices

The changing landscape of college football means the nation’s premier recruits are no longer signing with the same handful of programs

Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices
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Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall

Snowflake forecast fourth-quarter product revenue above analysts' estimates but falls short of lofty investor expectations for stronger growth, sending its shares

Snowflake's product revenue outlook falls short of investor ambition, shares fall
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Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally

Stocks rose while U.S. bond yields and the dollar fell on Wednesday, after surprisingly weak private sector jobs data increased the likelihood

Trading Day: Fed hopes fire risk rally
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NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash

The National Transportation Safety Board described the fatal Nov. 10 flight that killed a Christian missionary father and his daughter in its preliminary report

NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash
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A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner

If there were any doubt, the first few days of Hollywood’s year-end awards has already made it abundantly clear

A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner
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Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A

Morgan Stanley is seeing a strong deal pipeline next year for mergers, acquisitions and IPOs, its co-head of investment banking, Mo

Morgan Stanley exec expects broad surge in M&A
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Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit

Intel said on Wednesday it has opted to keep its networking and communications unit in the company following a review of strategic options for the unit.

Intel says it will keep networking and communications unit
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Wall Street pulls near its all-time high

U.S. stocks rose near their record levels

Wall Street pulls near its all-time high
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FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree

President Donald Trump has long praised tariffs as key to increasing wealth in the United States, idealizing Gilded Age policies that preceded the implementation of a modern federal income tax

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs can eventually replace federal income taxes. Experts disagree
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Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated

U.S. stocks advanced to close higher on Wednesday, as a flurry of economic data kept expectations elevated for an interest rate cut by the Federal

Indexes close higher as data keeps Fed rate cut expectations elevated
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With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy

With Trump’s focus abroad, Republicans push for midterms pivot to economy
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Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020

Citigroup said on Wednesday it has promoted 276 employees to managing director roles in 2025, the smallest class in five years.

Citigroup promotes 276 employees to managing director in smallest class since 2020
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Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE

A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to take a case brought by the American Civil Liberties Union on behalf of an immigrant rights group

Wisconsin Supreme Court to decide whether local jails can hold immigrants for ICE