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James Talarico leveraged his viral video popularity to secure the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Texas. Republicans are now aiming to use his years of frank on-camera reflections against him. Conservative groups are scouring Talarico’s extensive archive of media
MoreIn today’s CEO Daily: Phil Wahba interviews new CEO Michael Fiddelke. The big leadership story: CEO Greg Abel is putting his salary into company stock. The markets: Mostly up at the end of a volatile week. Plus: All the news
MoreOver the weekend, a tree – shaped, man – made island that is home to fine – dining establishments and luxury hotels, including the skyscraping Burj Al Arab hotel, was affected. According to local authorities, four individuals were injured in
MoreAcross all sectors, companies are racing to prepare for an electrified, AI-powered future. Manufacturers are relocating production facilities back to domestic locations. Data center developers are securing land at breakneck speed. Transportation fleets are transitioning to electric, logistics hubs are
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Following months of internal conflict regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s management of ICE’s immigration enforcement, President Trump stated on Thursday that he will work alongside Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin, a junior senator from Oklahoma. “The president and I are
MoreThe House narrowly turned down Thursday a measure to stop attacks on Iran, an early indicator of anxiety in Congress over the rapidly reshaping U.S. priorities at home and abroad. It marks the second vote in two days, following split along party lines. Lawmakers
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In 2023, as Dario Amodei sought funds for the company’s $750 million Series D round, an investor sat with the CEO at a dinner and later recalled him growing animated during a conversation about artificial intelligence safety concerns. “When he
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Energy analyst Vibhuti Garg, associated with Delhi’s Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), described the situation as “very, very volatile.”
MoreThe authorization Congress passed for President George W. Bush lacked a definitive expiration date and remained in effect during the administrations of both Obama and Biden.
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For President Donald Trump, tariffs—beyond just the concept and the emotional reaction they spark—stand as “the most beautiful word” in the English language. He views their appeal in their purported ability to solve the nation’s biggest fiscal problems, acting as
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Larry Fink, the CEO of the world’s largest asset management firm, has expressed significant concern regarding the lack of retirement savings among Americans. In a 2025 letter to shareholders, he cautioned that “almost no one is close” to reaching their
MoreMillions of workers are preparing for layoffs and restructurings. Yet, a growing portion of Gen Z isn’t even entering the corporate ladder to begin with—and this group is increasingly composed of young women. PwC’s new report, which analyzes Labour Force
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Last summer, Haider Rafique traveled to Atlanta for a meeting with the chairman of the New York Stock Exchange. What was intended as a 30-minute discussion turned into a four-hour marathon conversation, recalled Rafique, global managing partner of corporate affairs
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If Kevin Warsh’s nomination for Fed chair successfully clears Senate hearings—which seems highly probable—he’ll be eager to secure a base rate cut at his first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting this summer. After all, the Oval Office’s directive for
MoreIf you’re searching for a presidential campaign pledge to base a run on, eliminating income taxes for individuals earning under $100,000 annually is certain to resonate well with voters. That’s the view of prominent venture capitalist Vinod Khosla, at least.
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During his State of the Union address last week, President Donald Trump announced a new 401(k) initiative for individuals without employer-sponsored retirement plans. However, this proposal faces a significant challenge: many workers are currently withdrawing from their retirement savings simply
MoreIn a setback for the Trump administration, a federal judge in New York ruled on Wednesday that companies which paid tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court last month are owed refunds. Judge Richard of the U.S. Court of International Trade
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Yesterday marked the 100-day countdown to the World Cup’s kickoff; while some fans placed bets on tournament favorites Spain and England winning the trophy, others expressed concerns over whether North America is fully prepared to host the event. Safety concerns
MoreErik Brynjolfsson has spent the past few years constructing one of the most detailed empirical depictions of how technology is reshaping the American workforce—and for workers at the lower end of the corporate hierarchy, the picture grows increasingly grim. Last
MoreThe retailer known for selling everyday essentials from groceries to clothing is aiming to refine its strategy. New CEO Michael Fiddelke informed investors yesterday that the company plans to concentrate on serving “busy families” as it works to regain its
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