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Crypto exchange Binance rolls out trading in US stocks, ETFs

Crypto exchange Binance said on Monday it has launched stock and exchange-traded fund trading for customers on its platform, expanding beyond digital assets into traditional

Crypto exchange Binance rolls out trading in US stocks, ETFs
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America’s job market looks strong. So why is it so difficult to find work?

America’s job market looks strong. So why is it so difficult to find work?

America’s job market looks strong. So why is it so difficult to find work?
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Dubai looks back to normal. Beneath the surface it’s a different story

Dubai looks back to normal. Beneath the surface it’s a different story

Dubai looks back to normal. Beneath the surface it’s a different story
Economy|Sports|World

It’s no longer just the Christian Pulisic Show for Team USA ahead of a home World Cup. But he’s still the leading man

It’s no longer just the Christian Pulisic Show for Team USA ahead of a home World Cup. But he’s still the leading man

It’s no longer just the Christian Pulisic Show for Team USA ahead of a home World Cup. But he’s still the leading man
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UK monthly house prices fall for first time since start of Iran war, Nationwide says

British house prices fell by 0.6% in May, their first monthly drop since December and growth slowed in annual terms, as economic uncertainty stemming from the war in Iran

UK monthly house prices fall for first time since start of Iran war, Nationwide says
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Goldman Sachs lifts 12-month STOXX 600 target on resilient earnings

Goldman Sachs has raised its 12-month target for STOXX 600 index to 660, the U.S. brokerage said, citing resilient corporate earnings growth despite the war in the Middle East.

Goldman Sachs lifts 12-month STOXX 600 target on resilient earnings
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India GDP growth likely eased in January-March quarter on softer external demand: Reuters poll

India's economic growth likely eased to 7.2% in the first quarter of 2026, according to a Reuters poll of economists, as weakening external demand and

India GDP growth likely eased in January-March quarter on softer external demand: Reuters poll
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Spain's manufacturing growth slows as supply delays intensify, PMI shows

Spain's manufacturing sector expanded modestly in May, at a slightly slower pace than in April, as disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict worsened supply delays,

Spain's manufacturing growth slows as supply delays intensify, PMI shows
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Japan risks return to stagnation without early rate hike, ex-BOJ policymaker says

Japan is on the verge of repeating the policy mishap that led to decades of economic stagnation as Iran war-induced inflation risks forcing the central bank

Japan risks return to stagnation without early rate hike, ex-BOJ policymaker says
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Global smartphone market faces record annual decline as chip crunch worsens

The global smartphone market is heading for its steepest annual contraction on record, with shipments projected to slump by 13.9% this year to

Global smartphone market faces record annual decline as chip crunch worsens
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China expands curbs on foreign deals, tech transfer after Meta-Manus block

China issued sweeping new rules on Monday tightening control of overseas deals that involve Chinese investors, technology, data and national security, a

China expands curbs on foreign deals, tech transfer after Meta-Manus block
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Judge says Trump can’t add his name to Kennedy Center and blocks planned closure

Judge says Trump can’t add his name to Kennedy Center and blocks planned closure

Judge says Trump can’t add his name to Kennedy Center and blocks planned closure
Business|Economy|Health|Technology|Travel

Air New Zealand's bunk beds take flight

Air New Zealand is hoping to revolutionize sleep comfort on long-haul flights by introducing bunk beds to economy. CNN's Lilit Marcus reports.

Air New Zealand's bunk beds take flight
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US judge orders review of Trump's IRS lawsuit settlement

A U.S. judge in Florida said she will review a deal between the Justice

US judge orders review of Trump's IRS lawsuit settlement
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Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse

Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse

Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse
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US says it struck a commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran

The U.S. military says it stopped another commercial vessel trying to break through the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports

US says it struck a commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
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Laos cave rescue ends unexpectedly after villagers free themselves

Laos cave rescue ends unexpectedly after villagers free themselves

Laos cave rescue ends unexpectedly after villagers free themselves
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest

Turkey's ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel showed he can still command strong support on Saturday, drawing a crowd of thousands in Ankara despite a court

Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest
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Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist

Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist

Investigators probe deadly Dallas blast as data shows natural gas leaks persist
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First Windows PC powered by Nvidia chips to debut next week, Axios reports

AI chip firm Nvidia and Microsoft are expected next week to debut the first Windows PCs that use Nvidia's chips as the main processor, Axios reported on Saturday, citing sources.

First Windows PC powered by Nvidia chips to debut next week, Axios reports
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India says signed BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam

India has signed a deal with Vietnam under which it will supply BrahMos missiles which it has jointly developed with Russia, and is in "final stages" for a similar deal

India says signed BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam
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What to watch for in the US-Iran memo to end the war

What to watch for in the US-Iran memo to end the war

What to watch for in the US-Iran memo to end the war
Americas|Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes

Ukrainian drone strikes have caused fires at Russian oil facilities, according to Russian officials

Ukraine keeps up assault on Russian oil sites as Kyiv expects more strikes
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Tiny Guyana poised for big Iran oil gains and growth strains

Guyana was already the world’s fastest growing economy before the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran drove up oil prices.

Tiny Guyana poised for big Iran oil gains and growth strains
Americas|Business|Economy|Lifestyle|World

Canada's broader citizenship rules draw strong American interest, data shows

While U.S.-Canadian relations have frayed under U.S.

Canada's broader citizenship rules draw strong American interest, data shows
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Inflation fight again putting central bank independence under strain, policymakers say

Central bank independence is again coming under pressure as policymakers push through unpopular measures to curb surging prices, prompting

Inflation fight again putting central bank independence under strain, policymakers say
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|World

Rescuers free 4 men who had been trapped in a flooded Laos cave, search for 2 still missing

Rescue workers in Laos have safely evacuated four villagers trapped in a flooded cave for 10 days

Rescuers free 4 men who had been trapped in a flooded Laos cave, search for 2 still missing
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Russia recalls envoy to Armenia over EU ties ahead of vote

Russia said on Saturday it had recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations in protest at its rapprochement with the European Union as a June 7 election nears. 

Russia recalls envoy to Armenia over EU ties ahead of vote
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AUKUS to develop unmanned undersea vehicles, delivery set for 2027

The United States, Britain and Australia are working together to develop unmanned undersea vehicles as part of their trilateral AUKUS defence pact, U.S.

AUKUS to develop unmanned undersea vehicles, delivery set for 2027
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Rescuers pull four from flooded cave in Laos, two still missing

Rescuers pulled four people from a flooded cave in Laos on Saturday, Thai volunteer rescuers said, hours after another man was brought out late on Friday.

Rescuers pull four from flooded cave in Laos, two still missing
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Will Frontier learn from Spirit’s mistakes? Budget airlines face tough road ahead

Will Frontier learn from Spirit’s mistakes? Budget airlines face tough road ahead

Will Frontier learn from Spirit’s mistakes? Budget airlines face tough road ahead
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Better China ties can help regional peace, security, Vietnam's top leader says

Strong relations between Vietnam and its giant neighbour and territorial rival China would benefit regional peace and security, although ties with the U.S.

Better China ties can help regional peace, security, Vietnam's top leader says
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US investigates Vietnam's intellectual property practices

The Trump administration on Friday opened an unfair trade practices investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protection policies and enforcement that may lead to new

US investigates Vietnam's intellectual property practices
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Voting starts in Malta parliamentary elections, ruling party set to win

Voting in parliamentary elections opened in Malta on Saturday, with opinion polls showing the ruling Labour Party on course to win a record-breaking fourth term.

Voting starts in Malta parliamentary elections, ruling party set to win
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment

How a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill town

A chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Washington state this past week has struck at the heart of a historic mill town

How a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill town
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprint

China's central bank is making a broad push to increase the use of digital yuan at home and abroad, several industry sources said, setting Beijing on a different - and potentially

From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprint
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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend

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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
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US military leader held rare meeting with senior Cuban military officials near US base at Guantanamo Bay

US military leader held rare meeting with senior Cuban military officials near US base at Guantanamo Bay

US military leader held rare meeting with senior Cuban military officials near US base at Guantanamo Bay
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As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals

For many in Congo and elsewhere in Central and West Africa, there is no shame in craving wild meat, a key part of the culture

As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals
Crime|Economy|Education|World

Some of the world’s last Maoist rebels are in India. Their decades-long rebellion is in its death throes

Some of the world’s last Maoist rebels are in India. Their decades-long rebellion is in its death throes

Some of the world’s last Maoist rebels are in India. Their decades-long rebellion is in its death throes
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Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait

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Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend

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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
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New Zealand aiming for steady rises in defence spending, minister says

New Zealand is aiming for "smooth and steady" rises in defence expenditure to meet its target of spending 2% of GDP on the military within 8 years, its new

New Zealand aiming for steady rises in defence spending, minister says
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Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say

Russian intelligence agencies have grown more aggressive in their efforts to steal Western technology and defense secrets as sanctions squeeze the country’s wartime economy

Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say
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Court clears way for Texas to enforce migrant arrest law

A federal appeals court on Friday cleared the way for Texas authorities to enforce key parts of

Court clears way for Texas to enforce migrant arrest law
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Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely

Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely

Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists

California air regulators have updated a key climate program Friday

California air regulators update a key climate program, sparking pushback from environmentalists
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US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay

The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S.

US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay
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NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has sent state police to establish designated protest zones and vehicle checkpoints outside an immigration detention center in Newark

NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves
Crime|Economy|World

Brazil minister says US terrorist designation of local gangs could impact economy

A U.S. decision to designate the two biggest Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist organizations could impact Latin America's largest economy on several fronts, including by

Brazil minister says US terrorist designation of local gangs could impact economy
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science

Flesh-eating screwworm found within 31 miles of US border, says USDA

A devastating parasitic fly that eats warm-blooded animals alive and could cause millions of dollars in economic damage to the U.S. economy has been

Flesh-eating screwworm found within 31 miles of US border, says USDA
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US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation

The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay

US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation
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BMO hires UBS banker to lead US M&A team, memo shows 

BMO Financial has hired David Descoteaux from UBS to head its U.S.

BMO hires UBS banker to lead US M&A team, memo shows 
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US, Mexico conclude first round of trade deal talks on autos, metals, security

The U.S. and Mexico trade negotiators on Friday concluded their first bilateral negotiating round to revise the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade, discussing

US, Mexico conclude first round of trade deal talks on autos, metals, security
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|World

Yum Brands in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, source says

Yum Brands is in exclusive talks to sell its Pizza Hut chain to private-equity firm LongRange Capital, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.

Yum Brands in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, source says
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Lula rejects U.S. terrorist designation of Brazil criminal gangs

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday blasted a U.S. decision to designate two Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist

Lula rejects U.S. terrorist designation of Brazil criminal gangs
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Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is assessing damage to its Florida launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing

Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars

Stock indexes closed higher on Wall Street, adding to the all-time highs they set a day earlier

US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars
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SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk

In the latest action to undo Biden-era regulations on climate change, the Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed repealing a rule that requires some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and the risks they face from global warming

SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low

The cigarette smoking rate among U.S. adults dropped to another all-time low last year

US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
Economy|Political|World

Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he would be meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday to make a final decision on a deal with Iran. 

Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US

The Trump administration issued a sweeping demand to Mexico to raise the level of regional

Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US
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Wall Street ends higher, crude prices ease on potential US-Iran truce extension

U.S. stocks followed world shares higher and crude prices retreated on Friday as investors neared the end of a holiday-shortened week with renewed hopes of

Wall Street ends higher, crude prices ease on potential US-Iran truce extension
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Canada might double exports to China, Chinese minister says during rare visit

China's Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday that Canada could surpass its goal of increasing exports to China by 50% by 2030, during a

Canada might double exports to China, Chinese minister says during rare visit
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SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites

The U.S. Space Force said on Friday it has awarded Elon Musk's IPO-bound SpaceX a $4.16 billion deal for a satellite program designed to track and target airborne threats.

SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites
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IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies

The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organization warned on Friday that the war in the Middle East was straining

IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies
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Blackstone-backed Liftoff targets $3.7 billion valuation in US IPO

Liftoff Mobile, backed by Blackstone, said on Friday it is targeting a valuation of up to $3.66 billion in its U.S. initial public offering,

Blackstone-backed Liftoff targets $3.7 billion valuation in US IPO
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Wall Street hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes

Wall Street's main indexes hit record closing highs on Friday and posted weekly and monthly gains as Dell results drove

Wall Street hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes
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What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading

Geography may not provide meaningful protection once an outbreak is already underway.

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading
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Oil falls on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire agreement

Oil futures fell more than 2% on Friday, closing out their steepest weekly decline since early April as traders awaited word that the U.S., Israel and Iran

Oil falls on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire agreement
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More Fed policymakers eye possible rate hike as inflation risks rise

By Michael S.

More Fed policymakers eye possible rate hike as inflation risks rise
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White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants

The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants

White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
Economy|Food|Political|World

Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture

In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, the president proclaimed “TRUMP’S MAKING FOOD AFFORDABLE,” and cited falling prices for a range of groceries, including avocados, fresh berries, and a variety of pantry staples

Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture
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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze

Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index

Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Mexican senate approves amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference 

Mexico's Senate on Friday approved a constitutional amendment to include "foreign interference" as a reason to annul elections in the country.

Mexican senate approves amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference 
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Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights

Major airline, travel and business groups warned that barring border processing at Newark or other major U.S. airports could lead to chaos, strand

Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights
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Massachusetts sues UnitedHealth insurance unit for alleged Medicaid fraud

Massachusetts sued a UnitedHealth insurance unit on Friday, accusing it of defrauding the state's Medicaid program, MassHealth, out of more than $100 million by

Massachusetts sues UnitedHealth insurance unit for alleged Medicaid fraud
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Private credit roundup: paper losses deepen at lenders

A Reuters analysis of first-quarter regulatory filings by private credit lenders showed paper losses deepened, underscoring market concerns this year over the sector's

Private credit roundup: paper losses deepen at lenders
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Coinbase, Kalshi bring regulated perpetual crypto futures to US investors

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase and prediction markets platform Kalshi said on Friday they are introducing perpetual crypto futures, marking the first time such instruments will be

Coinbase, Kalshi bring regulated perpetual crypto futures to US investors
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Dollar set for weekly loss amid US-Iran ceasefire deal

The dollar slipped against major currencies on Friday and was headed for a second straight weekly loss after reports that the United States and Iran had

Dollar set for weekly loss amid US-Iran ceasefire deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

US regulator moves to withdraw judgment against Winklevoss' crypto exchange

The U.S.

US regulator moves to withdraw judgment against Winklevoss' crypto exchange
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Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts

By Akriti Shah and Neil J Kanatt May 29 - Shares of Gap and American Eagle Outfitters tumbled over 12% on Friday after both retailers issued weak forecasts, signaling deepening pressure on consumer

Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts
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Dell shares soar 30% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter

Dell's shares surged 30% on Friday, as the PC maker's blockbuster results showed that its growing focus on AI servers was helping it

Dell shares soar 30% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter
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Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday, after closing at record highs the previous session, with markets awaiting details on reports that the U.S. and Iran had reached a

Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus
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U.S. equity funds draw weekly inflows as tech rally lifts sentiment

U.S. equity funds drew inflows in the week to May 27 as a rally in AI-linked technology stocks lifted sentiment, though concerns surrounding the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations kept

U.S. equity funds draw weekly inflows as tech rally lifts sentiment
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GM-LG battery company delays return of laid-off workers to Ohio plant

A battery plant partly owned by General Motors is delaying the return of hundreds of workers in northeast Ohio amid continued weak demand for electric cars.

GM-LG battery company delays return of laid-off workers to Ohio plant
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Unrealised losses at US private credit lenders deepen

Unrealised losses at U.S. private credit lenders deepened in the first quarter to their worst level since 2022, while the amount of interest income they

Unrealised losses at US private credit lenders deepen
Economy|Europe|Political|World

European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar

Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms

European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
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In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz

When AMD CEO Lisa Su

In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks

Investors will turn to an important labor market update next week as they weigh whether simmering inflation and the potential for interest rate hikes

Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks
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Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda

Colombians are set to vote on Sunday in what is likely the first round of a presidential election, amid deep polarization between those seeking

Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda
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German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises

German inflation slowed in May due to lower energy prices, and while core inflation accelerated, analysts said that was likely not evidence that cost

German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises
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Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May

Inflation in the euro zone's four largest economies hovered above the European Central Bank's 2% target for a third straight month in May, preliminary data showed on

Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May
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TSX futures rise as US-Iran deal boosts sentiment ahead of GDP data release

Futures tracking Canada's blue-chip stocks rose on Friday as a deal to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire renewed hopes for an end to the Middle East conflict, while investors also

TSX futures rise as US-Iran deal boosts sentiment ahead of GDP data release
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US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations

Prosecutors have placed the Italian branch of U.S. construction giant Caddell Construction under investigation over alleged worker exploitation at the site

US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations
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European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China

The EU's trade and investment relationship with China is "not sustainable", the European Commission said on Friday, vowing a stronger response as

European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water

Thousands of households in southeast England were left without water or facing low pressure during a record-breaking heatwave

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water
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Brazil's economy rebounds in early 2026, clouding rate cut outlook

Brazil's economy rebounded in the first three months of 2026, supported by household consumption and stronger investment, against a backdrop of a tight

Brazil's economy rebounds in early 2026, clouding rate cut outlook
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Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April

The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted more than expected in April as a surge in exports blunted rising imports, but economists cautioned the trend

Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April