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The Kremlin criticizes potential US pressure to impose the use of the dollar

The Kremlin has rejected the idea of the United States forcing other nations to rely on the dollar, warning that such actions could be counterproductive. This statement follows remarks by…

Business

How Black Friday Spending Reflects America's Political Divide After the 2024 Election

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

A red hat reading “Keep America Great” perched on a Christmas tree during a rally in Michigan in December 2019 symbolized the intersection of politics and culture in the United…

News

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns due to internal disagreements

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Carlos Tavares, the esteemed CEO of Stellantis, resigned unexpectedly, citing "increasingly different opinions" between him and the automaker's board of directors. The announcement, made Sunday, marks the end of Tavares'…

Business

Scott Bessent is poised to lead the Trump administration's economic policy

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Scott Bessent, founder and CEO of Key Square Group LP, has been tapped by President-elect Donald Trump for the crucial role of Treasury secretary. The news has already sparked optimism…

Business

Trump announces new tariffs on Chinese goods, worsening trade tensions

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

US-China economic relations are facing new uncertainties after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese imports. The announcement, made on its social media…

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Zoom shares fall despite strong quarterly results and optimistic outlook

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Eric Yuan, founder and CEO of Zoom Communications Inc., spoke about the company's ongoing transformation at the annual Concordia Summit held in New York on September 25, 2024. The video…

Sports

Mbappe struggles as Liverpool dominate Real Madrid in Champions League clash

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Liverpool produced a commanding performance against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday, leaving Carlo Ancelotti's side reeling. Among those under most scrutiny was Kylian Mbappe, whose disappointing performance,…

News

Trump picks Kevin Hassett to head National Economic Council, rounding out key economic team

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Hassett to lead the National Economic Council (NEC), placing the veteran economist at the forefront of the administration's decision-making on trade, taxes and deregulation.…

Politics

Mexican President Sheinbaum calls for cooperation as he prepares response to Trump's proposed tariffs

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has expressed willingness to engage in dialogue with US President-elect Donald Trump, but has made it clear that any unilateral trade measures imposed by his administration…

Business

Databricks raises billions in funding, delays IPO amid AI boom

Claude Sophia Merlo Lookman

Databricks, one of the world's most valuable private technology companies, is raising billions of dollars in new funding as it chooses to delay its long-awaited public offering, sources familiar with…