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Pulse of the Hour
US Fears Undersea Cables Vulnerable to Chinese Espionage
US officials are on high alert over potential espionage threats from Chinese repair ships targeting undersea cables, a crucial part of global communication infrastructure. #Espionage
Inter Milan's Financial Woes: Owner Warns Over Club Stability
Inter Milan's owner issues a stern warning about the football club's stability as a significant loan repayment deadline approaches. #FootballFinance
Biotech Start-up's Stomach Cancer Kit Aims at Key China Market
A biotech start-up targets China for deploying its innovative stomach cancer diagnosis kit, tapping into a massive market need. #Biotech
Testing ChatGPT: Which Model Writes Best Work Emails?
An in-depth comparison reveals which ChatGPT model excels in writing professional emails, offering insights for workplace efficiency. #AIComparison
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pbs ⇢ Robinhood stock soared over 20% this week due to an analyst upgrade, positive earnings report, potential return of retail trading activity, and growth in cryptocurrency trading, but it may be overvalued at its current price.
# openai ai reddit
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inc ⇢ Business Insider tested the email-writing capabilities of different versions of ChatGPT, finding that GPT-4o provided shorter and more concise email drafts compared to older models, although some responses were overly formal.
# trump trial biden
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dailykos ⇢ Former President Donald Trump accepted the NRA endorsement at their annual convention in Dallas, urging gun owners to vote for him and warning of potential death and destruction if President Joe Biden is re-elected.
# housing home walmart
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economist ⇢ Rent prices in major Florida cities, such as Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, have seen a decline in April compared to a year ago, as residents are moving out of the state due to high costs and climate-related issues.
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# china chinese tariffs
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ft ⇢ Canada is considering raising tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles in response to the United States' new tariffs, with Trade Minister Mary Ng emphasizing the importance of domestic production of electric vehicles.
# ukraine russian russia
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nakedcapitalism ⇢ The increasingly strong strategic relationship between Russia and China, as evidenced by President Xi Jinping's warm reception of President Vladimir Putin in Beijing, signals a tectonic shift in the world balance of power.
# retirement socialsecurity income
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edition.cnn bloomberg financialpost ⇢ The increasing number of Americans turning 65 has led to a surge in retirement products, including annuities and pension plans, as many people struggle to save enough for retirement through 401(k) plans and Social Security benefits.
# gaza israel israeli
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seattletimes ⇢ Fierce fighting in the northern Gaza Strip, particularly in Jabalia, is intensifying as American aid is being delivered via a US-built pier off the coast, raising concerns of potential clashes near US troops.
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# boeing calhoun blueorigin
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space finance.yahoo ft businessinsider ⇢ Spirit AeroSystems, a Boeing supplier, is laying off 450 workers due to a slowdown in orders and deliveries of Boeing aircrafts following safety concerns and investigations into production practices.
# tesla musk dodge
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latimes ⇢ Despite a significant drop in Tesla stock price in 2024, the company's valuation remains high with a forward price-earnings ratio of 72.8, leading analysts to question its growth potential and compare it to other automakers.
# pfizer cancer moderna
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amgen ⇢ The Biden administration has proposed reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from a schedule I to a schedule III drug under the US Controlled Substances Act, in recognition of its medical use and lower potential for abuse.
# mises schools publicgood
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marketplace zerohedge bloomberg bostonherald pbs reason theguardian ⇢ Paco de Leon's book "Finance for the People" encourages readers to embrace the little wins in managing their money by incorporating weekly "personal finance time" to address behaviors and beliefs about money.
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# mercedes uaw union
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1819news theguardian nytimes foxbusiness reuters benzinga nbcnews wsj ⇢ The United Auto Workers union faced a setback after a decisive loss at two Mercedes factories in Alabama, but newly elected President Shawn Fain vowed to return and continue efforts to organize workers at nonunion plants.
# sports nba wnba
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npr ⇢ Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut has been challenging as she adjusts to the higher level of play, facing tough defenses and experiencing early growing pains, but she remains determined to improve and adapt to the competition.
# coppola paramount film
latimes npr euronews cnbc theguardian bloomberg abcnews.go seattletimes benzinga nytimes finance.yahoo ⇢ Disneyland Resort costumed character employees have voted to unionize under the Actors’ Equity Assn in order to create a healthier and safer working environment, joining their counterparts in Walt Disney World in Florida.
# caledonia newcaledonia fico
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semafor ft ⇢ The suspected would-be assassin of Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has been ordered to remain in detention by the Specialised Criminal Court due to fears of him fleeing or committing further crimes.
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# combs scheffler ventura
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vox mediaite inc edition.cnn thestreet youtube ⇢ Surveillance footage from 2016 shows Sean "Diddy" Combs physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in a hotel, leading to bruises on her body that were visible two days later at a red carpet event they attended together.
# powell positivecovid ascension
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11alive ⇢ Guthrie-Lourdes Hospital officials addressed the impact of the cyber-attack on Ascension, causing temporary closures of facilities and delays in prescriptions and appointments, but reassured patients that efforts are being made to return to normal operations.
# houston sthelens helens
nbcnews benzinga mediaite aol wsj pbs reuters bloomberg axios foxbusiness euronews ⇢ Houston opened water distribution centers for residents without power after severe storms caused by tornadoes and straight-line winds left over 500,000 customers without electricity, resulting in seven deaths and significant damage to schools and infrastructure.
# climate rng wind
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siliconrepublic ⇢ The Green Deal in Europe, aimed at achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, is facing criticism and challenges in countries like the Czech Republic and Ireland, where industries and farmers fear the economic and social impacts of the transition.
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# sudan southsudan oil
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coindesk ⇢ The Middle East, particularly Oman and the UAE, is becoming an attractive region for crypto-mining operations due to factors such as low electricity costs, favorable weather conditions, and potential migration of U.S. miners to escape proposed taxation.
# tea yogi fda
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marthastewart marketwatch fastcompany thehill abcnews.go wsj aol ⇢ Two candy products made by Palmer Candy have been recalled in Texas and New Mexico due to potential Salmonella contamination, with the FDA issuing a warning about the serious and sometimes fatal infections it can cause.
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cbc.ca aol edition.cnn theweek ft latimes wsj theguardian ⇢ The Ellis Island Honors Society awarded the 2024 Ellis Island Medals of Honor to 88 honorees in finance, entertainment, technology, philanthropy, and media during a gala on Ellis Island, celebrating their contributions to the United States.
# newsworld checksbalance latestnews
euronews wsj bloomberg theweek economist ⇢ Global news highlights include ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the continued spread of the Omicron variant, protests in Kazakhstan, the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes in the US, and the latest developments in the conflict in Ethiopia.
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# frontier fees airlines
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ksat ⇢ Frontier Airlines has eliminated fees for flight changes and cancellations, introduced pricing transparency with four travel class options, and extended the validity of flight credits, while the U.S. government cracks down on junk fees in the airline industry.
# portrait charles pasta
wsj youtube vox businessinsider euronews ⇢ The new official portrait of King Charles III, painted by Jonathan Yeo, has sparked controversy due to its bold red palette and imagery that some interpret as blood, flames, and references to the monarchy's history of colonialism.
# preakness derby kentuckyderby
nbcnews aol marketwatch benzinga ft pbs bloomberg ⇢ Mystik Dan, the surprise Kentucky Derby winner, is now the favorite to win the Preakness after top contender Muth's withdrawal, with historical data suggesting a strong chance for Derby winners to perform well in the Preakness.
# butker speech nfl
zerohedge msnbc nbcnews mediaite aol fastcompany businessinsider inc youtube benzinga ⇢ Bill Maher defends Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's graduation speech about the importance of marriage and motherhood, criticizing the left for their outrage and emphasizing the importance of personal choice.
Wikipedia Current Events
May 18
Armed conflicts and attacks
- Israel–Hamas war
- Rafah offensive
- The Israeli army recovers the body of Ron Binyamin, who was killed and brought to Gaza by Palestinian militants in October. (Reuters)
- Israeli war cabinet
- Benny Gantz threatens to withdraw his party from the unity coalition if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doesn't submit a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8. (Al Jazeera)
- Austria unfreezes €3.4 million in funds to the UNRWA. (Reuters)
- Rafah offensive
- Myanmar civil war (2021–present)
- Rakhine offensive (2023–present)
- The Arakan Army seizes control of Buthidaung after the army captures Tatmadaw positions in the surrounding area. The town, which hosts a majority Rohingya population, is burned amidst the crossfire. (AP)
- Rakhine offensive (2023–present)
- 2024 New Caledonia unrest
- The death toll from the ongoing protests and riots in New Caledonia increases to six. (Al Jazeera)
Disasters and accidents
- 2024 Afghanistan–Pakistan floods
- At least 68 people are killed by floods in Ghor and Faryab Provinces, Afghanistan. (AP)
- At least 23 migrants are missing after boarding a boat travelling from Tunisia to Italy. (Reuters)
International relations
- Kyrgyzstan–Pakistan relations
- The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan asks that Pakistani nationals in Kyrgyzstan stay indoors after mob attacks on Pakistanis and other foreign nationals are reported. (AP)
Law and crime
- Italian financial police seize 134 Fiat cars imported from Morocco following a dispute on stickers indicating the origin of the car. (Reuters)
Politics and elections
- 2023–2024 Georgian protests
- President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili vetoes the proposed "Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence". (The Guardian)
- LGBT rights in Peru
- Hundreds of protesters march in Lima, Peru, to demand the reversal of a new law that describes transgender people as having a mental illness. (Reuters)
- The Communist Party of Vietnam nominates Minister of Public Security Tô Lâm as the next President after Võ Văn Thưởng resigned as President in March due to the party's anti-corruption campaign. (Al Jazeera)
Sports
- 2023–24 Bundesliga
- In association football, Bundesliga champions Bayer 04 Leverkusen become the first Bundesliga team to finish a season unbeaten after defeating FC Augsburg on the final matchday. (The New York Times)
- 2023–24 Women's Super League
- Chelsea F.C. Women wins their 7th Women's Super League title after defeating Manchester United W.F.C. 6–0 in the final match. (Reuters)
- Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk
- Oleksandr Usyk defeats Tyson Fury by split decision and becomes the first undisputed four-belt heavyweight champion in boxing history. (BBC Sport)
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# bridgerton season penelope
aol benzinga youtube bloomberg ⇢ Fans of "Bridgerton" are praising the representation of characters with disabilities in season 3, including a deaf character and a character who uses a wheelchair, with some viewers interpreting Francesca Bridgerton as being "autistic-coded."
# buenosaires buenos aires
theguardian bloomberg pbs seattletimes ⇢ Buenos Aires commuters are facing a 360% increase in subway fares as part of Argentina's harsh austerity measures implemented by President Javier Milei, leading to widespread discontent and exacerbating the country's cost-of-living crisis.
# iphone ipad apple
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theinformation marketwatch ⇢ Apple's rumored super-thin iPhone may help boost sales and investor confidence, but the company still needs to deliver on its promises in September to avoid disappointing shareholders.
# lukenas deumic bankamerica
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# taco quintana tacos
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yahoo ⇢ An Indiana judge ruled that tacos and burritos are considered sandwiches, allowing a restauranteur to open a new Mexican-style restaurant in Fort Wayne after a legal battle over the definition of sandwiches.
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cnn nbcnews latimes benzinga ⇢ The chaotic opening of Sands Macau, the first challenger to Stanley Ho's gambling empire, marked the end of Macau's casino monopoly system, with scuffles breaking out as thousands of people gathered in hopes of receiving free gambling chips.
# tribune chicagotribune journalists
bloomberg abcnews.go seattletimes chicagotribune ⇢ The Chicago Tribune is facing a lawsuit from some of its staffers alleging race and sex discrimination in unequal pay, with claims that women and Black journalists are being paid less than their white male counterparts.