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Pulse of the Hour
PBOC Sets Up $43B Relending for Affordable Housing
China's central bank establishes a 300 billion yuan relending program for affordable housing, aiming to boost the sector.
ECB Official Warns Against Fast Rate Cuts
Schnabel advises the ECB to avoid back-to-back rate cuts, highlighting potential economic risks.
Tesla's AI Ambitions Get a Boost from China Data Plan
Elon Musk pushes to use China data for Tesla’s AI, aligning with local data policies.
Growing Health Risks from Obesity and High Blood Sugar
A new study reveals the increasing impact of obesity and high blood sugar on global health, urging action.
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reuters ⇢ TechBio companies emphasize the use of technology, such as AI and machine learning, to streamline the research and development process in biotech, aiming for faster, more efficient, and less error-prone outcomes compared to traditional methods.
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investorplace ⇢ Reddit users are doubting whether Keith Gill is truly behind the memes that fueled the recent GameStop rally, raising questions about the authenticity of his involvement in the stock market frenzy.
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inc ⇢ Professor Tomasz Piskorski of Columbia Business School warns that the high leverage and low equity financing of banks in the U.S. financial system could lead to another collapse like Silicon Valley Bank, with potential losses of $2 trillion.
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variety bloomberg ⇢ Reddit's shares surged after announcing a partnership with OpenAI, allowing the AI company to train its models on Reddit content through the platform's API, while also offering AI features to users and becoming a Reddit advertising partner.
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investing finance.yahoo ⇢ The Biden administration has blocked over two dozen Chinese textile companies from exporting to the US due to concerns of forced labor, aiming to address human rights violations and protect domestic textile producers from unfair competition.
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vox ⇢ Walmart's CFO stated that shoppers are choosing groceries over fast food due to the significant price difference, leading to increased sales for the retailer, as consumers prioritize essential goods and services over nonessential spending.
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fortune ⇢ Matt Gaetz echoed Trump's infamous "stand back and stand by" rhetoric, signaling to the conservative movement to embrace a militia-like mentality in support of Trump and potentially influencing his ongoing trial.
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today inc investorplace ⇢ The move to electric cars is facing challenges as sales stall due to high costs, with Western governments struggling to balance the need for cheaper EVs to meet climate targets with protecting domestic manufacturers from competition.
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zerohedge bloomberg investing benzinga aol reuters ⇢ Midwestern sheep farmers are struggling with low wool prices, prompting them to innovate by finding new uses for the fiber and shifting to breeds that produce less wool in order to turn a profit.
# taiwan china marines
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theregister benzinga ⇢ War experts warn that the US and its allies need to be prepared for a Chinese coercion campaign to take control of Taiwan, which could involve military exercises, economic pressure, misinformation operations, and potential blockade.
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techcrunch sec.gov ⇢ Visa's new changes to credit and debit cards in the U.S. will allow for one physical card to be connected to multiple bank accounts, reducing the need for carrying multiple cards and making the 16-digit account number less relevant.
# israel gaza hamas
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siliconvalley nbcnews aol ⇢ Over a dozen House Democrats voted with Republicans on a symbolic bill to force the sale of offensive aid to Israel, rebuking President Biden's stance on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's military campaign in Gaza.
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theweek bloomberg zerohedge reuters businessinsider pbs asiafinancial abcnews.go ⇢ Families and railway workers in Ukraine risk their lives and make sacrifices to keep the trains running and evacuate millions to safety during the Russian invasion, showing their dedication and resilience in the face of war.
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cnet siliconvalley barrons ft axios nbcnews zerohedge thestreet pbs abcnews.go ⇢ Certain areas of the US, including parts of the Midwest, New England, California, and Louisiana, are at an elevated risk of energy shortages and blackouts this summer due to high demand and potential extreme heat events.
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cbsnews cnet ⇢ Goldman analysts found that domestic migration from big cities to suburbia continued through mid-2023, driven by virus fears, remote work, and rising crime, leading to higher housing prices in suburban areas.
# meta facebook imessage
businessinsider thedailyupside semafor aol seattletimes benzinga theregister theverge wsj tipranks inc bbc ⇢ The European Commission has initiated an investigation into whether Instagram and Facebook breached child welfare rules under the Digital Services Act, focusing on potential behavioral addictions, age verification, and privacy standards for underage users.
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bloomberg aol theguardian reuters youtube ft finance.yahoo bbc theglobeandmail benzinga ⇢ Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský, known for his investments in energy companies, retailers, and football clubs, is poised to acquire Britain's Royal Mail, a historic institution facing financial challenges and potential changes to its service obligations.
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euronews ⇢ Despite good intentions, United Airlines' new safety video may not effectively reduce passenger distractions, according to a former airline safety worker.
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aol wsj theguardian ft theweek ⇢ Season 3 of "Bridgerton" addresses fans' desire for more intimate scenes between Kate and Anthony, showing their passionate and pleasurable sex life as they navigate their new roles as the Viscount and Viscountess Bridgerton.
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# marijuana cannabis drug
apnews axios wsj pbs bloomberg reuters reason marketwatch benzinga barrons investorplace theweek ⇢ The Justice Department has taken a significant step by moving to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, marking a historic shift in the government's stance on the substance.
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sfgate abcnews.go siliconvalley thestreet apnews pymnts businessinsider bloomberg ⇢ The iconic Mirage casino in Las Vegas will be closing in July after 34 years and rebranding as the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas, with a new guitar-shaped hotel set to open in 2027.
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observer theweek theguardian bloomberg ⇢ The first official portrait of King Charles III by artist Jonathan Yeo, depicting the king in military garb amid red brushstrokes, has divided the art world with some critics finding it reminiscent of colonialism and imperialism.
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masslive nytimes ⇢ A Massachusetts teenager died from cardiac arrest after participating in the "One Chip Challenge," which involved eating a spicy tortilla chip containing a high amount of chili pepper extract, leading to the product being pulled from store shelves.
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siliconrepublic bloomberg aol wsj thedailyupside bbc.co.uk ⇢ Sony Music Group is warning 700 AI developers and music streaming services not to use its artists' music for training generative AI tools without permission, as the entertainment industry grapples with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence technology.
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kwch ⇢ Spirit AeroSystems is planning to lay off up to 450 hourly production workers in Wichita due to a slowdown in commercial program deliveries and high inventory levels, following a loss of $616.7 million in the first quarter.
# cruise gm incident
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washingtonpost latimes abcnews.go tipranks apnews seattletimes finance.yahoo ⇢ A pedestrian was struck and killed by a self-driving robo-taxi operated by Cruise, leading to federal scrutiny, investigations, and the revocation of Cruise's operational permit by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
# perry abbott mitchell
wsj pbs msnbc axios reason zerohedge ⇢ Texas Gov. Greg Abbott pardoned Army sergeant Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murdering protester Garrett Foster in 2020, despite opposition from the Travis County District Attorney and criticism of the decision.
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May 17
Armed conflicts and attacks
- A man kills a policeman during a stabbing attack outside the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor, Malaysia. The perpetrator grabbed the officer's pistol, killing another policeman and wounding a third, before being shot dead. Twenty suspected members of Jemaah Islamiyah are arrested in connection to the attack. (CNA)
May 16
Armed conflicts and attacks
- Israel–Hamas war
- Insurgency in the North Gaza Strip
- Battle of Jabalia
- Palestinian fighters, including Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, claim dozens of attacks on Israeli troops in and around the Jabalia refugee camp. (Al Jazeera)
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- International reactions to the Israel–Hamas war
- Global Affairs Canada announces sanctions on four "extremist" Israeli settlers in the West Bank for engaging in violence against Palestinian civilians and their property. (CBC News)
- The Arab League calls for a United Nations peacekeeping force and international protection in the occupied Palestinian territories until a two-state solution is implemented. (Al Jazeera) (Al Arabiya)
- Insurgency in the North Gaza Strip
- Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War
- United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces a $2 billion military aid package for Ukraine, aimed at investing in Ukraine's industrial base. (Al Jazeera)
- Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War
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- France deploys 1,000 police officers to New Caledonia in an attempt to control the ongoing riots. (Reuters)
- Attempted assassination of Robert Fico
- Prime Minister of Slovakia Robert Fico is reported to be in serious but stable condition. (Reuters)
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- China–Russia relations
- President of Russia Vladimir Putin meets with President of China Xi Jinping in Beijing, China. (CNN)
- Russia–United States relations
- The United States announces sanctions on two Russian individuals and three Russian companies for facilitating weapons transfers between Russia and North Korea. (Reuters)
- Foreign minister of Kosovo Donika Gërvalla-Schwarz writes to the Council of Europe to ask for member nations to consider granting Kosovo entry into the council. (AP)
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- Murder of Garrett Foster
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott pardons Daniel Perry, who was sentenced to 25 years in prison for killing a man at a Black Lives Matter protest in 2020. (The New York Times)
- The European Union opens a formal investigation into Meta for potential breaches in online content rules relating to child safety on Facebook and Instagram, which violate the Digital Services Act. (Al Jazeera)
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- Permanent Member of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee's Secretariat Trương Thị Mai resigns after just over a year in office amid the Communist Party's anti-corruption campaign. (Xinhua)
- Tunisian lawyers launch a one-day strike and protest in Tunis following the recent arrest of two lawyers and repressive measures enacted by President Kais Saied. (Al Jazeera)
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huffpost seattletimes apnews ⇢ The high-stakes union election at a Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama will determine whether the United Auto Workers union can continue its momentum in organizing non-union auto factories in the South.
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techcrunch bloomberg inc wsj benzinga aol ⇢ Mark Zuckerberg's recent style makeover, including flashy jewelry and designer clothing, has sparked speculation about whether it is a midlife crisis or a carefully crafted rebrand to change public perception of him and his company.
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msnbc vox bloomberg mediaite aol ⇢ Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech at Benedictine College, where he expressed traditional gender roles and criticized President Joe Biden and LGBTQ community, has sparked backlash and highlighted the hypocrisy in how athletes are treated for their political views.
# caledonia newcaledonia france
bloomberg wsj zerohedge asia.nikkei ⇢ France has declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia, blaming the deadly uprising on TikTok, Russia, and Azerbaijan, while deploying additional troops and banning social media to restore order amid tensions over voting rights.