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Today: February 02, 2026

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AmEx profits surge 13% as affluent customers splurge on luxury goods and travel

American Express reports a 13% profit increase in the fourth quarter

AmEx profits surge 13% as affluent customers splurge on luxury goods and travel
Business|Economy|Sports

Twins executive Derek Falvey departs in mutual agreement as organizational revamp continues

The Minnesota Twins and president of baseball and business operations Derek Falvey have mutually decided to part ways

Twins executive Derek Falvey departs in mutual agreement as organizational revamp continues
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Cubans scramble to survive as US vise on island tightens in push to oust government

Cubans are hustling to become more self-sufficient as the U.S. government tightens its economic noose over the communist-run island in a move experts say is meant to force a popular uprising and usher in a new government

Cubans scramble to survive as US vise on island tightens in push to oust government
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Anger and anguish spread across Cuba as it learns of Trump's tariff threat on those who provide oil

Massive power outages in Cuba mean that many people are unaware that U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on any country that sells or supplies oil to the Caribbean island

Anger and anguish spread across Cuba as it learns of Trump's tariff threat on those who provide oil
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Homeless housing project looks for volunteers to help with finishing touches

Homeless housing project looks for volunteers to help with finishing touches

Homeless housing project looks for volunteers to help with finishing touches
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More consumers are buying or selling gold. What to know about the latest rush and swings in value

Gold prices hit new heights in early 2026 — and many consumers have rushed to buy and sell pieces of the precious metal

More consumers are buying or selling gold. What to know about the latest rush and swings in value
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Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program

U.S. allies and partners in the Middle East again are urging restraint from both the United States and Iran as the Trump administration warns of a possible strike and builds up its military presence in the region

Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program
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US approves major new arms sales to Israel worth $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion

The Trump administration has approved a massive new series of arms sales to Israel totaling $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion

US approves major new arms sales to Israel worth $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion
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'Making movie magic': Louisville earns national recognition as top city for filmmakers

'Making movie magic': Louisville earns national recognition as top city for filmmakers

'Making movie magic': Louisville earns national recognition as top city for filmmakers
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

United Nations faces 'imminent financial collapse' without urgent action, UN chief says

The United Nations chief is warning that the world body faces “imminent financial collapse” unless its financial rules are overhauled or all 193 member nations pay their dues in full and on time

United Nations faces 'imminent financial collapse' without urgent action, UN chief says
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'Never thought a meet would not pay:' Grand Slam Track bankruptcy takes a toll on struggling runners

Grand Slam Track, a running league meant to boost athletes' finances, has declared bankruptcy, leaving many unpaid

'Never thought a meet would not pay:' Grand Slam Track bankruptcy takes a toll on struggling runners
Business|Economy|Sports

Athletics and All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson agree to $70 million, 7-year contract

The Athletics have reached an agreement with All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson on a $70 million, seven-year contract

Athletics and All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson agree to $70 million, 7-year contract
Business|Economy

3 things to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nod for Fed chair

Trump’s pick to helm the Fed is well known in the financial world, but his monetary policy views have evolved to align more with the president’s desire for lower rates.

3 things to know about Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nod for Fed chair
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Trump’s threatened tariffs over oil to Cuba put Mexico in a bind

Trump’s threatened tariffs over oil to Cuba put Mexico in a bind

Trump’s threatened tariffs over oil to Cuba put Mexico in a bind
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Economics professor: 96% of tariff burden is on U.S. consumers

Julian Hinz, head of the Research Center Trade Policy at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, explains who bears the greatest burden as a result of U.S. import tariffs.

Economics professor: 96% of tariff burden is on U.S. consumers
Business|Economy|Technology

Boeing's sales jump nearly 60% in 4Q, bolstered by strong rise in airplane deliveries

Boeing’s sales surged nearly 60% in the fourth quarter as the aerospace company digs itself out of a string of crises that tarnished its reputation

Boeing's sales jump nearly 60% in 4Q, bolstered by strong rise in airplane deliveries
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle

Gifts of gym memberships and Botox treatments can lead to hurt feelings – and bad reviews for the businesses

Thinking of giving a gym membership or Botox gift card for Valentine’s Day? Think again.

Gifts of gym memberships and Botox treatments can lead to hurt feelings – and bad reviews for the businesses
Business|Economy|Education

White men held less than half the board seats on the top 50 Fortune list for the third straight year — but their numbers are rising

The slight decrease in diversity in corporate boardrooms in 2025 comes as the Trump administration and its allies have pushed to unwind diversity initiatives.

White men held less than half the board seats on the top 50 Fortune list for the third straight year — but their numbers are rising
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Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall from Winter Storm Fern, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around

Ski resorts in Colorado can make snow, but it only goes so far.

Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall from Winter Storm Fern, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around
Economy|US|World

Trump's immigration crackdown led to drop in US growth rate last year as population hit 342 million

President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has contributed to a year-to-year drop in the U.S. growth rate as the nation's population hit nearly 342 million people in 2025

Trump's immigration crackdown led to drop in US growth rate last year as population hit 342 million
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Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014

U.S. consumer confidence declined sharply in January, hitting the lowest level since 2014 as Americans grow increasingly concerned about their financial prospects

Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014
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Consumer confidence collapses to lowest level since 2014

Consumer confidence collapses to lowest level since 2014

Consumer confidence collapses to lowest level since 2014
Business|Economy|Environment

Horse manure haulers accuse municipalities of steering business to competitor

Horse manure haulers accuse municipalities of steering business to competitor

Horse manure haulers accuse municipalities of steering business to competitor
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Carney rolls his eyes at US Treasury secretary, says he told Trump he meant what he said at Davos

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has told U.S. President Donald Trump that he stands by his comments made at the World Economic Forum in Davos

Carney rolls his eyes at US Treasury secretary, says he told Trump he meant what he said at Davos
Business|Economy|Food|Technology

Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go locations

Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go locations

Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go locations
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Amazon to close most Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores in days

Amazon is closing almost all of its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh locations in days as it narrows its focus on food delivery and its grocery chain, Whole Foods Market

Amazon to close most Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores in days
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Tourism in Cuba plummets as tensions with US increase and Venezuela oil shipments drop

Tourism in Cuba is plummeting at a time when the island desperately needs that revenue

Tourism in Cuba plummets as tensions with US increase and Venezuela oil shipments drop
Business|Economy|Technology

Pinterest will lay off 15% of its workforce as the platform pivots resources to AI

Pinterest plans to lay off under 15% of its workforce, as part of broader restructuring that arrives as the image-sharing platform pivots more of its money to artificial intelligence

Pinterest will lay off 15% of its workforce as the platform pivots resources to AI
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UPS looks to cut up to 30,000 jobs this year

UPS is planning to cut up to 30,000 operational jobs this year as the package delivery company continues with its turnaround efforts and reducing the number of Amazon shipments that it handles

UPS looks to cut up to 30,000 jobs this year
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Private jet that crashed in Bangor had history of cold-weather risks

Private jet that crashed in Bangor had history of cold-weather risks

Private jet that crashed in Bangor had history of cold-weather risks
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance

Woman accused of romance scams that took about $3 million

Woman accused of romance scams that took about $3 million

Woman accused of romance scams that took about $3 million
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Technology|US

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash

UPS says it has retired its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes just months after one crashed in Louisville, killing 15 people

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump executive order seeks to speed up rebuilding of homes destroyed by Los Angeles wildfires

President Donald Trump says he has signed an executive order that seeks to speed up reconstruction of tens of thousands of homes destroyed by the Los Angeles area wildfires in 2025

Trump executive order seeks to speed up rebuilding of homes destroyed by Los Angeles wildfires
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US takes first steps to possibly reopen embassy in Venezuela after Maduro's ouster

The Trump administration has notified Congress that it is taking the first steps to possibly reopen the shuttered U.S. Embassy in Venezuela as it explores restoring relations with the South American country following the U.S. military raid that ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro

US takes first steps to possibly reopen embassy in Venezuela after Maduro's ouster
Business|Economy|Health|US

Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines

An estimated 31,000 registered nurses and other front-line Kaiser Permanente health care workers launched an open-ended strike this week in California and Hawaii to demand better wages and staffing

Another strike sends 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers to picket lines
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World

Speak in code, delete the chats: The tactics Venezuelans are using out of fear of phone checks

Speak in code, delete the chats: The tactics Venezuelans are using out of fear of phone checks

Speak in code, delete the chats: The tactics Venezuelans are using out of fear of phone checks
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Mexican president says her country has paused oil shipments to Cuba

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says that her government has suspended oil shipments to Cuba, but says the pause in shipments has been a “sovereign decision” and not the result of pressure by the United States

Mexican president says her country has paused oil shipments to Cuba
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‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants

‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants

‘A migration model based on human rights’: Spain to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants
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Trump administration announces 15 new drugs for Medicare price negotiation program

The Trump administration has unveiled 15 new drugs selected for a Medicare drug price negotiation program that allows the federal government to haggle directly with drug manufacturers

Trump administration announces 15 new drugs for Medicare price negotiation program
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence

President Donald Trump is warning Iraqi officials that the U.S. would no longer support the country if its former prime minister, Nouri al-Maliki, returns to power

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence
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Trump-backed businessman Nasry Asfura sworn in as president of Honduras

Trump-backed businessman Nasry Asfura was sworn in Tuesday as president of Honduras

Trump-backed businessman Nasry Asfura sworn in as president of Honduras
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Rubio defends Trump on Venezuela while trying to allay fears about Greenland and NATO

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given a full-throated defense of President Donald Trump's military operation to oust and arrest then-Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

Rubio defends Trump on Venezuela while trying to allay fears about Greenland and NATO
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3 months after rapidly scheduled arguments, the Supreme Court has yet to decide on Trump's tariffs

When the Supreme Court granted an unusually quick hearing over President Donald Trump’s tariffs, a similarly fast resolution seemed possible

3 months after rapidly scheduled arguments, the Supreme Court has yet to decide on Trump's tariffs
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US stocks hold near their all-time high while the dollar’s value stabilizes

Few ripples washed through Wall Street after the Federal Reserve decided to keep its main interest rate steady, just like investors expected

US stocks hold near their all-time high while the dollar’s value stabilizes
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Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says
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Where is the Supreme Court’s decision on Trump’s tariffs?

Where is the Supreme Court’s decision on Trump’s tariffs?

Where is the Supreme Court’s decision on Trump’s tariffs?
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ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs

ASML reports a record net profit of 9.6 billion euros in 2025, driven by AI demand

ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs
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Middle East worries over possible US strike on Iran one month after protests began

Iran has reached out to Middle Eastern countries over the threat of a possible U.S. military strike

Middle East worries over possible US strike on Iran one month after protests began
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Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks

Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks

Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks
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Detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' say they were punished for seeking legal help

Two former detainees at a Florida immigration center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” testified they faced punishment for seeking legal advice

Detainees at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' say they were punished for seeking legal help
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Amazon is laying off 16,000 employees as AI battle intensifies

Amazon is laying off 16,000 employees as AI battle intensifies

Amazon is laying off 16,000 employees as AI battle intensifies
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Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs

Amazon is cutting about 16,000 jobs in the latest round of tech industry layoffs

Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs
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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered

The Federal Reserve pushed the pause button on its interest rate cuts Wednesday, leaving its key rate unchanged at about 3.6% after lowering it three times last year

Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered
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Holidays and a viral bear cup drive strong quarterly sales at Starbucks

Starbucks reported stronger-than-expected sales in its fiscal first quarter as holiday drinks and a viral bear cup helped drive sales

Holidays and a viral bear cup drive strong quarterly sales at Starbucks
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UK proposes forcing Google to let publishers opt out of AI summaries

Britain's competition watchdog says Google should let news sites and content creators opt out of having their content scraped for AI overviews

UK proposes forcing Google to let publishers opt out of AI summaries
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The end of ‘Pax Americana’ and start of a ‘post-American’ era doesn’t necessarily mean the world will be less safe

The US may be stepping back from some engagements on the world stage. That’s not necessarily bad news for the rest of the world, an analyst argues.

The end of ‘Pax Americana’ and start of a ‘post-American’ era doesn’t necessarily mean the world will be less safe
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Germany trims this year's growth forecast to 1% as its economy is slow to gather pace

The German government has trimmed its 2026 forecast for the country’s economy, Europe’s biggest, as growth picks up more slowly than previously hoped

Germany trims this year's growth forecast to 1% as its economy is slow to gather pace
Economy|Election|Political|US

Trump endorses Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open governor's race, leading GOP rival to drop out

President Donald Trump's endorsement of U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s open race for governor has led Tiffany's top Republican rival to drop out of the race

Trump endorses Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open governor's race, leading GOP rival to drop out
Business|Economy|Finance

IRS faces stiff challenges in 2026 tax season due to workforce cuts and new laws, a watchdog says

The national taxpayer advocate says the 2026 tax filing season is likely to face significant challenges due to IRS workforce reductions and complex tax law changes

IRS faces stiff challenges in 2026 tax season due to workforce cuts and new laws, a watchdog says
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Broken elevator has left some apartment residents stuck inside for months

Broken elevator has left some apartment residents stuck inside for months

Broken elevator has left some apartment residents stuck inside for months
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Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here's what to know

Claiming to give every child “a shot at financial freedom,” President Donald Trump is unveiling the new Trump Accounts initiative, which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account

Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here's what to know
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France's finance minister demands tech firm Capgemini explain ICE contract

France's finance minister is urging Capgemini to clarify its contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

France's finance minister demands tech firm Capgemini explain ICE contract
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Melania Trump rings the NYSE opening bell, placing her documentary promotion at the center of the business world

Melania Trump rings the NYSE opening bell, placing her documentary promotion at the center of the business world

Melania Trump rings the NYSE opening bell, placing her documentary promotion at the center of the business world
Business|Economy|Food

Pizzeria overwhelmed by community support after social media plea

Pizzeria overwhelmed by community support after social media plea

Pizzeria overwhelmed by community support after social media plea
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'Can't happen fast enough': Marineland Canada's whales approved for move to U.S.

'Can't happen fast enough': Marineland Canada's whales approved for move to U.S.

'Can't happen fast enough': Marineland Canada's whales approved for move to U.S.
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Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest recent job cuts

As layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market

Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest recent job cuts
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Google adds AI image generation to Chrome browser, side panel option for virtual assistant

Google is empowering its Chrome browser with the ability to alter pictures and introducing a side panel for a virtual assistant to help with online tasks as part of its push to turbocharge its of digital services with more artificial intelligence technology

Google adds AI image generation to Chrome browser, side panel option for virtual assistant
Business|Economy

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)
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Rubio says technical talks with Denmark, Greenland officials over Arctic security have begun

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says that technical talks with officials from Denmark and Greenland over hatching an Arctic security deal are now underway

Rubio says technical talks with Denmark, Greenland officials over Arctic security have begun
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Huge landslide leaves Sicilian homes teetering on cliff edge as 1,500 people are evacuated

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni was given an aerial tour of a southern Sicilian town where days of heavy rains triggered a massive landslide

Huge landslide leaves Sicilian homes teetering on cliff edge as 1,500 people are evacuated
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

One of the longest cold-air outbreaks in decades is about to get even colder, with record temps as far south as Florida

One of the longest cold-air outbreaks in decades is about to get even colder, with record temps as far south as Florida

One of the longest cold-air outbreaks in decades is about to get even colder, with record temps as far south as Florida
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Rubio details how the Trump administration will control Venezuela's oil money

The United States will allow Venezuela to sell oil that's currently under American sanctions and use the proceeds to pay for basic government services

Rubio details how the Trump administration will control Venezuela's oil money
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science

Winter drilling program in Alaska petroleum preserve can proceed, judge rules

A federal judge has refused to block a winter oil and gas exploration project in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska that opponents said was improperly analyzed by the federal government

Winter drilling program in Alaska petroleum preserve can proceed, judge rules
Business|Economy|Finance

The Fed just paused its rate cuts. Here’s the best way to make that work for your money

The Fed just paused its rate cuts. Here’s the best way to make that work for your money

The Fed just paused its rate cuts. Here’s the best way to make that work for your money
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Bessent warns Carney against picking a fight before US-Canada-Mexico trade talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has a warning for Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney: Your comments against U.S. trade policy could backfire, especially at a time when the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is facing a formal review

Bessent warns Carney against picking a fight before US-Canada-Mexico trade talks
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

In some states, a push to end all property taxes for homeowners

Anti-tax advocates are pushing to eliminate property taxes for homeowners

In some states, a push to end all property taxes for homeowners
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Tesla scraps Model S and Model X to build robots

Tesla scraps Model S and Model X to build robots

Tesla scraps Model S and Model X to build robots
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Microsoft beats Wall Street expectations with $81.3B revenue

Microsoft reports revenue of $81.3 billion for the October-December quarter, marking a 17% increase from the previous year

Microsoft beats Wall Street expectations with $81.3B revenue
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Tesla made smallest annual profit since the pandemic, plans to spend big on robotaxis and robots

Tesla’s annual profit plunged to its lowest level since the pandemic five years ago as it lost the title of the world’s biggest electric vehicle maker to a Chinese rival and boycotts hammered sales

Tesla made smallest annual profit since the pandemic, plans to spend big on robotaxis and robots
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Meta posts stronger-than-expected Q4 results though costs continue to soar

Meta’s fourth-quarter results jumped past Wall Street’s expectations thanks to solid advertising revenue, sending shares higher in after-hours trading Wednesday

Meta posts stronger-than-expected Q4 results though costs continue to soar
Crime|Economy|US

Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting

The Trump administration's deployment of federal troops to six U.S. cities has cost taxpayers about $496 million through December

Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting
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Millions of travelers could skip visiting the US if proposed social media policy is implemented, industry experts warn

Millions of travelers could skip visiting the US if proposed social media policy is implemented, industry experts warn

Millions of travelers could skip visiting the US if proposed social media policy is implemented, industry experts warn
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Mayors warn that Trump's hardline immigration tactics could dent trust in law enforcement

Elizabeth Kautz, mayor of Burnsville, Minnesota, says she carries her passport in her own city due to concerns about immigration enforcement

Mayors warn that Trump's hardline immigration tactics could dent trust in law enforcement
Economy|Finance|Travel

The federal government has shut down — at least for a few days. Here’s what could be affected

The federal government has shut down — at least for a few days. Here’s what could be affected

The federal government has shut down — at least for a few days. Here’s what could be affected
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EPA plan would begin rolling back 'good neighbor' rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks

The Trump administration is taking a step toward rolling back a rule that limits smokestack emissions that burden downwind areas in neighboring states

EPA plan would begin rolling back 'good neighbor' rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks
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Obamacare enrollment drops after enhanced premium subsidies expire

Obamacare enrollment drops after enhanced premium subsidies expire

Obamacare enrollment drops after enhanced premium subsidies expire
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Starmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations

The leaders of Britain and China have called for a “comprehensive strategic partnership” to deepen ties at a time of global uncertainty

Starmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations
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Barry Diller sought to buy CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery, sources say

Barry Diller sought to buy CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery, sources say

Barry Diller sought to buy CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery, sources say
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After a day of sharp swings, Wall Street ends nearly where it began

A day of dramatic swings on Wall Street, including Microsoft's worst drop in nearly six years, finished with only relatively modest moves

After a day of sharp swings, Wall Street ends nearly where it began
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Vietnam and the EU upgrade ties as US tariffs reshape global trade

Vietnam and the European Union have upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, Vietnam’s highest diplomatic level

Vietnam and the EU upgrade ties as US tariffs reshape global trade
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump’s National Guard deployments have cost taxpayers nearly $500 million

Trump’s National Guard deployments have cost taxpayers nearly $500 million

Trump’s National Guard deployments have cost taxpayers nearly $500 million
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As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China

As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China

As Trump upends alliances, Britain says it needs a ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China
Economy|Europe|Political|World

German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the European Union can be an “alternative to imperialism and autocracy” and can forge deals with like-minded partners in a world of increasing great power rivalry

German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy'
Economy|Health|Political|US

Trump directs team to beef up his public schedule to combat questions about his stamina

Trump directs team to beef up his public schedule to combat questions about his stamina

Trump directs team to beef up his public schedule to combat questions about his stamina
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Dow to cut about 4,500 jobs as emphasis shifts to AI and automation

Dow is planning to cut approximately 4,500 jobs as the chemicals maker puts more emphasis on using artificial intelligence and automation in its business

Dow to cut about 4,500 jobs as emphasis shifts to AI and automation
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Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors

U.S. senators are increasingly looking to leave Washington for leadership roles in their home states

Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Norfolk Southern's profit slips 12% amid merger costs and economic uncertainty

Norfolk Southern's quarterly profit slipped 12% amid the uncertain economy, as well as costs related to its efforts to merge with Union Pacific and create a transcontinental railroad

Norfolk Southern's profit slips 12% amid merger costs and economic uncertainty
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Rescheduling marijuana would be a big tax break for legal cannabis businesses – and a quiet form of deregulation

Consequences will go far beyond the tax bill that businesses face, a tax law professor explains.

Rescheduling marijuana would be a big tax break for legal cannabis businesses – and a quiet form of deregulation
Business|Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry

Electric vehicles are a fast-growing share of auto sales in many countries, and Chinese automakers are benefiting as the US industry pulls back.

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry