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Pulse of the Hour
China Commits $42 Billion to Boost Troubled Property Sector
China pledges a massive $42 billion to support its struggling property market, highlighting the government's effort to stabilize a critical sector of the economy. #PropertyRevival
AI Experts Depart OpenAI Over Safety Concerns
Top AI safety researchers leave OpenAI, raising alarms about the prioritization of safety protocols in the development of artificial intelligence. #AISafety
VCs Fuel Self-Driving Startups Off the Beaten Track
Venture capitalists and military investment are propelling self-driving tech startups that don't rely on traditional roads, pushing innovation boundaries. #SelfDriving
Global Stock Markets Break Records Amid Economic Optimism
From Tokyo to New York, stock markets are hitting new highs, reflecting widespread economic optimism and growth prospects. #MarketHighs
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marketwatch ⇢ The recent revival of meme stocks, led by GameStop and AMC, quickly fizzled out after a brief surge in trading activity, with both companies seeing their gains erased and the overall market continuing to reach record highs.
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theguardian ⇢ OpenAI dominated the news cycle with the launch of GPT-4o and the dismantling of a team focused on AI safety, while Google debuted a range of AI products at its I/O developer conference.
# gold inflation cfpb
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japantimes.co.jp ⇢ The government's deficit spending and interest on the debt are projected to continue increasing, leading to inflation that the Fed may struggle to contain, regardless of who wins the election.
# trump biden trial
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vox ⇢ Rudy Giuliani, who had evaded Arizona officials' attempts to serve him notice of his indictment in a state election fraud case, was finally served in Florida after openly taunting the Arizona attorney general on social media and at his 80th birthday party.
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# restaurant walmart mcdonald
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axios businessinsider ⇢ Fast food chains like KFC and Domino's are offering cheap lunch deals in response to the cost of living crisis, but health experts are concerned about the lack of nutritious options and the displacement of healthier foods.
# retirement income socialsecurity
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benzinga 247wallst bloomberg ⇢ Grant Cardone's warning against investing in short-term rental properties appears to be validated as U.S. homebuyers took out significantly fewer mortgages for second homes in 2023, with demand dropping due to high prices and decreased revenue potential.
# boeing calhoun flight
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abcnews.go ft aol finance.yahoo businessinsider ⇢ Tesla cannot grant Elon Musk a new pay package similar to the one from 2018 due to the potential massive losses it would incur and the unlikelihood of replicating past stock price gains in the current market environment.
# gaza israel hamas
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reuters wsj vox ⇢ Israeli forces recovered the body of a slain hostage in northern Gaza, pushed into new areas of the region, and engaged in intense fighting with Palestinian militants, resulting in casualties on both sides.
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# tesla ev electric
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stellantis ⇢ Chinese car companies are claiming to have advanced battery technology with ranges of 500-600 miles, expanding from low-cost vehicles to mid-market, SUVs, and luxury cars within China, potentially threatening U.S. automakers in the future.
# china chinese property
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cnn wsj ft youtube ⇢ China's property stimulus plan, which includes easing mortgage rules and encouraging local governments and SOEs to buy unsold housing inventory, may need more time, money, and policy support to effectively revive the property sector and economic recovery.
# ukraine russian russia
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semafor nbcnews asia.nikkei ⇢ The White House reacted sarcastically to the rare hug between Putin and Xi during their visit, highlighting closer military ties and a shared desire to challenge the international rules-based order and US alliances.
# uaw mercedes union
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bbc reuters inc ⇢ The United Auto Workers' efforts to unionize workers at two Mercedes-Benz plants in Alabama were unsuccessful, with workers voting against union representation due to aggressive opposition and false promises made by the company.
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# pfizer moderna patent
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amgen aol ⇢ The legalization of THC-infused drinks, derived from hemp with low THC content, has sparked a turf war between the alcohol and cannabis industries as they compete for a stake in the growing market.
# water thames genesis
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coindesk inc benzinga ⇢ 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.
# paramount netflix streaming
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tipranks barrons ⇢ Media giants relied heavily on sports rather than scripted shows during this year's Upfronts meetings due to the lingering effects of last year's Hollywood strikes and cost cutting measures, with live sports continuing to attract the most advertising dollars.
# coppola film megalopolis
wsj theguardian youtube ft businessinsider abcnews.go seattletimes bloomberg benzinga marginalrevolution vox ⇢ Francis Ford Coppola, who self-financed his futuristic epic "Megalopolis" with $120 million, expressed indifference towards money, highlighted the relevance of his film in today's political climate, and emphasized the importance of artists in illuminating contemporary life.
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# houston hurricane helens
businessinsider pbs aol axios nbcnews reuters wsj benzinga bloomberg mediaite investorplace zerohedge ⇢ At least 68 people have been killed in Afghanistan due to flash floods caused by heavy seasonal rains, with significant damage to homes, properties, and agricultural land reported in multiple provinces.
# powell positivecovid ascension
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theregister barrons ⇢ 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.
# mises publicgood ethics
mises zerohedge marketplace wsj msnbc ⇢ Esther Duflo, a Nobel prize winning economist, reveals a narrow ideological view in which she believes the West owes a "moral debt" of $500 billion annually to the global south due to climate change.
# canada cent canadian
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cbc.ca wsj ⇢ Saskatchewan has seen a significant increase in rental prices, Toronto's office vacancy rate is being analyzed, and the debate over the hidden costs of 30-year mortgages is explored in The Globe and Mail's top real estate stories.
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abc7 marketwatch latimes ⇢ After being badly damaged in a winter storm, the historic Capitola Wharf in Monterey Bay is set to reopen after a $10 million upgrade that includes strengthening the structure and adding new amenities for visitors.
# wnba sports betting
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fastcompany benzinga aol cnbc ⇢ The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is sponsoring each Aces player for $100,000 annually for the 2024 and 2025 seasons, receiving praise from players for their support and investment in the team.
# album networth worth
pfds.opensecrets businessinsider aol edition.cnn financialpost abcnews.go ft wsj benzinga latimes theguardian ⇢ The Trump family spends their billions on luxury properties such as an $11 million beachfront estate in St. Martin and a $15 million fleet of private aircraft, showcasing their extravagant lifestyle.
# lukenas deumic bankamerica
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nypost bloomberg wsj foxbusiness ⇢ Olga Morgan Goodwin, a Cuban revolutionary who initially supported Fidel Castro but later became disillusioned with his regime, has passed away at the age of 87.
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# scheffler scottiescheffler scottie
inc wsj mediaite aol thestreet benzinga ⇢ ESPN journalist Jeff Darlington witnessed and attempted to intervene in the arrest of World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler at the PGA Championship after Scheffler tried to drive around a fatal crash scene.
# frontier fees changefees
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qz bloomberg ⇢ Frontier Airlines has announced a major overhaul of its fare structure, introducing four fare bundles that include various amenities such as carry-on bags, seat assignments, and no change or cancellation fees.
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# combs ventura cassie
aol wsj msnbc nbcnews vox mediaite youtube ⇢ Cassie Ventura's husband, Alex Fine, condemned men who hit women and called for accountability, support for survivors, and protection for women and children after footage surfaced of Sean 'Diddy' Combs physically assaulting Ventura in 2016.
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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)
- Rafah offensive
Disasters and accidents
- 2024 Afghanistan–Pakistan floods
- At least 68 people are killed by floods in Ghor and Faryab Provinces, Afghanistan. (AP)
International relations
- Foreign relations of Kyrgyzstan, Foreign relations of Pakistan
- The Foreign Ministry of Pakistan asks that Pakistani nationals in Kyrgyzstan stay indoors after mob attacks on Pakistanis and other foreign nationals. (AP)
Politics and elections
- 2023–2024 Georgian protests
- President Salome Zourabichvili vetoes the proposed "Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence". (The Guardian)
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)
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# butker speech nfl
msnbc businessinsider nbcnews mediaite aol fastcompany inc benzinga ⇢ Benedictine College nuns denounce Harrison Butker's commencement speech for promoting sexist and anti-abortion views, stating that being a homemaker is not the highest calling for women and rejecting his narrow definition of Catholicism.
# bridgerton season penelope
aol benzinga bloomberg youtube ⇢ The finale of "Mary & George" diverges from history but stays true to the spirit of the story as George and his mother concoct a plan to prevent his execution for treason against King James I.
# unicredit russiancourt deutschebank
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themoscowtimes bloomberg ⇢ A Russian court has seized assets totaling €700 million from UniCredit, Deutsche Bank, and Commerzbank as part of a legal dispute, marking a significant blow to the three major European banks.
# aires buenosaires buenos
theguardian bloomberg pbs abcnews.go tipranks ⇢ 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 seekingalpha ⇢ 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.
# mirage hardrock las
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mensjournal cnn benzinga nbcnews latimes ⇢ Hard Rock International plans to close The Mirage casino on the Las Vegas Strip in July, laying off over 3,300 employees and rebranding the property with a new Guitar Hotel and modern theme.
# tribune journalists chicagotribune
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.