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Pulse of the Hour
Slowing Inflation Primes G-7 Central Banks
G-7 Central Banks are gearing up for June as inflation shows signs of slowing, priming shifts in monetary policy.
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TikTok Parent Fights US Ban Law
TikTok's parent company seeks to fast-track a lawsuit against a US law demanding divestment or a ban, escalating tech tensions.
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# stock stocks earnings
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barrons ⇢ Despite Warren Buffett's record $189 billion cash pile at Berkshire Hathaway, fund manager Chris Bloomstran believes it is not a signal of an imminent stock market crash, as the cash position is in line with historical averages and necessary for insurance operations.
# china chinese ev
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washingtonpost ⇢ Despite facing challenges and being considered overvalued in the automotive market, Tesla's potential for future endeavors in artificial intelligence, including self-driving technology and humanoid robots, suggests that it is currently trading at a discount.
# trump biden trial
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wsj ⇢ Former President Trump criticized President Biden for blaming inflation on the shrinking size of Snickers Bars, accusing him of being incompetent and corrupt, and claiming that Americans are struggling due to Biden's economic policies.
# openai reddit ai
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pymnts businessinsider euronews cnbc ⇢ Researchers are developing sophisticated robots that use AI to converse and play games with people suffering from cognitive disorders like dementia, with devices like the Golden Pup and Paro already available for purchase.
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# inflation cfpb card
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cnet pymnts ⇢ 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.
# retirement socialsecurity income
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cbsnews ⇢ 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.
# housing rent home
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ft bloomberg ⇢ 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.
# gaza israel hamas
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apnews mediaite zerohedge businessinsider bloomberg theguardian wsj nytimes ⇢ Universities in the United States are facing disruptions and protests from pro-Palestinian demonstrators ahead of graduation ceremonies, with some schools implementing safety measures and others facing internal scrutiny and criticism.
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# boeing calhoun blueorigin
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seattletimes wsj ⇢ Blue Origin's private NS-25 astronaut launch is scheduled for May 19 at 9:30 a.m. EDT, with six space tourists set to fly on the suborbital New Shepard rocket from the company's West Texas spaceport.
# ukraine russian russia
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themoscowtimes ft nakedcapitalism businessinsider bloomberg marketwatch asia.nikkei wsj ⇢ Deadly Russian airstrikes hit the cities of Kharkiv and Odesa, killing two people and injuring many others, as Ukrainian troops fight to halt Russian advances in the region amidst escalating conflict.
# pfizer fda drug
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economist finance.yahoo reuters ⇢ 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.
# coppola megalopolis cannes
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theweek ⇢ Yórgos Lánthimos' Cannes 2024 film "Kinds of Kindness" is a dark and surreal anthology triptych that explores themes of submission, doppelgängers, and cults, with a mysterious character connecting the three distinct stories.
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scmp axios thehill ⇢ Two suspects were arrested for leading a $73 million cryptocurrency laundering scheme known as "pig butchering," where victims were scammed into investing in fake schemes and their funds were siphoned into accounts controlled by the fraudsters.
# union mercedes uaw
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1819news npr theguardian nytimes foxbusiness reuters benzinga wsj nbcnews ⇢ Despite a decisive loss at two Mercedes factories in Alabama, the United Auto Workers union vows to return and continue efforts to organize workers at nonunion plants across the nation.
# cents crude deliveryrose
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institutionalinvestor zerohedge bloomberg ⇢ The intersection of agriculture and energy has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century, with the rapid development and use of feedstock biofuels driving the current push and pull between the two industries.
# frontier airlines fees
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abc7 ⇢ 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.
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# butker bumble college
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fortune nbcnews ⇢ Jon Hamm praised the resilience of Saint Louis University's Class of 2024, who overcame pandemic-era challenges and are now prepared to tackle the opportunities ahead as they graduate from the Catholic, Jesuit university in St. Louis.
# taco restaurant quintana
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nypost ⇢ 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.
# mirage vegas wnba
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news.google ⇢ Private equity funds have transitioned from being feared and reviled to becoming a common and beneficial presence in the sports industry, with institutional investors owning stakes in numerous major league teams.
# houston sthelens helens
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bbc mediaite aol axios seattletimes ⇢ Heavy seasonal rain in Afghanistan has caused flooding, resulting in at least 68 deaths, significant financial losses, and destruction of homes, properties, and agricultural land, prompting calls for assistance from local authorities and humanitarian organizations.
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# combs ventura scheffler
aol wsj inc youtube msnbc mediaite vox nbcnews zerohedge ⇢ 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.
# paramount netflix sony
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latimes techcrunch ⇢ 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.
# eurostar ees cyclists
euronews bloomberg ft ⇢ Zaragoza city council in Spain, influenced by far-right and conservative parties, is considering making insurance mandatory for cyclists and electric scooter users, a move that has sparked backlash from cycling organizations and environmental advocates.
# bridgerton season penelope
aol benzinga youtube bloomberg ⇢ 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.
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# launchcart lindsey cart
aol wsj benzinga theguardian ⇢ Once seen as a formidable rival to Nike, Under Armour is now facing significant challenges, including declining sales, management controversies, and an identity crisis, as it struggles to compete in the sportswear market.
# climate climatechange allergy
pbs cnbc bloomberg theweek fastcompany wsj ⇢ Seasonal allergies are worse this year due to a warmer winter and earlier start of allergy season caused by climate change, leading to higher pollen levels, and effective ways to alleviate symptoms include keeping windows closed and taking allergy medications.
# powell positivecovid testedpositive
reuters abcnews.go barrons foxbusiness ⇢ Jerome Powell, who has tested positive for Covid-19, will be delivering the commencement address remotely instead of in person due to his illness.
# buenos aires buenosaires
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.
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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
- 2024 New Caledonia unrest
- The death toll from the protests and riots in New Caledonia rises to six people. (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 from several areas off the coast of Tunisia after boarding a boat to Italy. (Reuters)
Health and environment
- A child in Ontario, Canada, dies of measles as the first case in the province in over a decade. (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. (AP)
Law and crime
- Italian financial police seize 134 Fiat cars imported from Morocco following a dispute on stickers indicating origin of the product. (Reuters)
Politics and elections
- 2023–2024 Georgian protests
- President 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 the current Minister of Public Security Tô Lâm to be the next President, after the previous President stepped down due to the 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)
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# iphone ipad apple
marketwatch 247wallst aol tipranks inc ⇢ 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.
# blood ascension dejoy
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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.
# preakness dazn champion
nbcnews aol marketwatch ft benzinga bloomberg ⇢ The Preakness 2024 live updates include information on potential wet weather affecting the race, notable horses with success on wet tracks, Imagination's antics with an Arsenal flag, and results from undercard races.
# caledonia newcaledonia french
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semafor msnbc ⇢ Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange surged to their highest level in over a year as riots in New Caledonia disrupted production, leading to concerns about supply shortages and driving up demand for the metal.
# lukenas deumic bankamerica
bloomberg foxbusiness fortune zerohedge nypost ⇢ A 25-year-old Bank of America credit trader collapsed and died of a suspected cardiac arrest while playing soccer at an industry event, marking the second recent death of a young employee within the firm's Wall Street divisions.
# fico slovakia bodyguards
euronews bloomberg zerohedge reuters ⇢ 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.
# 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.