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The International Maritime Organization may approve a new carbon tax on shipping.
The Trump administration argues the carbon tax will harm trade and cost jobs.
Australian businessman...
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U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on iPhones sold in the U.S. but not made there.
Over 60 million phones are sold annually in the U.S., but none are made domestically.
Global markets react nervously after weeks of trade tension easing.
Apple stock likely...
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President Donald Trump approved the merger between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel.
The deal, previously blocked over national security concerns, is now set to create 70,000 jobs.
The merger is expected to add $14 billion to the U.S. economy.
U.S. Steel will remain headquartered in Pittsburgh, with...
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AI technology is advancing rapidly in customer service.
Chatbots and virtual assistants are becoming more common.
These tools improve efficiency but raise privacy concerns.
Experts warn about the ethical use of AI in customer interactions.
Introduction Artificial intelligence, or AI, is changing how businesses interact with customers. From chatbots...
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Donald Trump hosted a private dinner with top investors of his $TRUMP meme coin.
Former Trump campaign adviser David Urban criticized the event, calling it a distraction.
Investors attended with hopes of influencing U.S. financial regulations.
The event has raised concerns about political figures profiting from markets.
A...
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent faced tough questions from Fox News about new tariffs and trade deals.
Critics, including some on the right, are skeptical of Bessent's vague answers.
Financial experts say Bessent's comments confused the markets and caused stocks to drop.
The U.S. government is trying to...
Boeing Avoids Felony Charges Over Fatal Crashes
The Department of Justice dropped felony charges against Boeing related to two deadly plane crashes.
The crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia killed over 300 people.
Boeing agreed to a nonprosecution deal, paying $444.5 million to victims’ families.
The company also faces a...
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Many people are delaying or canceling summer travel plans due to economic and political concerns.
The 2025 travel season may be slower than expected as travelers opt for caution.
Budget-conscious travelers might find some benefits in this shift.
Title: Summer Travel Plans Hit by Economic Worries
The world of...
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Boeing avoids fraud trial through a non-prosecution agreement.
Agrees to pay $1.1 billion in fines.
Admits to obstructing federal officials.
Related to 737 Max crashes killing 346 people in 2018 and 2019.
Boeing's $1.1 Billion Settlement: A New Chapter for the 737 Max
Boeing has reached a significant deal...
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AT&T is buying CenturyLink's consumer fiber broadband division for $5.75 billion.
The deal adds 1.1 million fiber customers in 11 states.
Over 4 million fiber-enabled locations are included in the sale.
The acquisition is expected to close by mid-2026, pending regulatory approval.
Major cities like Denver, Las...
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Texas House passes bill banning products with THC.
THC includes Delta-8, Delta-9, and other alternative forms.
Bill heads to Governor Greg Abbott for approval.
The Texas House recently passed a bill that aims to ban products containing THC, the psychoactive compound found in marijuana. This bill is now...
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Donald Trump wants to impose a 50% tariff on European Union imports.
The tariff would start June 1, 2025, but U.S.-made products are exempt.
Trump accuses the EU of unfair trade practices and a massive U.S. trade deficit.
Trump Takes Aim at the EU Over Trade Issues
Donald Trump...
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Donald Trump threatens Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones if they are not made in the U.S.
Trump claims he told Apple CEO Tim Cook about his expectations for U.S.-made iPhones.
The former president made the threat on his social media platform, Truth Social.
Apple currently...
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Signal blocks Windows from taking screenshots to protect user privacy.
Recall, an AI tool in Windows 11, takes screenshots every three seconds.
Users can disable the block for specific reasons like saving conversations.
Signal says Microsoft’s changes still risk user privacy.
The block adds security but may...
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A rule limiting NVIDIA's AI chip exports is scrapped.
The change allows NVIDIA to sell more advanced chips globally.
This decision eases restrictions on the company.
The move highlights the tech industry's evolving dynamics.
Introduction
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming technology rapidly, and NVIDIA is at the forefront with...
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Britain and the EU agreed to reduce unnecessary border checks on food products.
A new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) deal removes time limits for easier trade.
This agreement is part of a larger effort to improve UK-EU relations.
Businesses and consumers will benefit from smoother trade and...
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Google is bringing back some remote workers to the office in a hybrid model.
Employees who refuse may face job cuts or relocation.
The company believes in-person work boosts innovation and teamwork.
Workers can relocate to areas with Google offices to keep their jobs.
Google’s New Hybrid Work...
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Biotech company Regeneron is buying DNA-testing company 23andMe for $256 million.
Regeneron promises to keep 23andMe running smoothly and protect customer data.
23andMe’s 15 million users’ genetic and health info will stay safe.
Regeneron plans to use 23andMe’s data to develop new medical treatments.
Regeneron, a well-known biotech...
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Microsoft is making most of WSL open source.
This move fulfills a 2016 community request.
Developers can now contribute directly to WSL.
Open-sourcing WSL could lead to faster improvements.
WSL remains a powerful tool for developers and power users.
A Big Step for Developers: Microsoft Opens WSL to...
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New Orleans police secretly used facial recognition on live street cameras.
A city law from 2022 was supposed to limit this tech to violent crimes only.
Police didn’t follow the rules, leading to hidden arrests.
The system used over 200 cameras and alerted cops’ phones with possible...
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Police departments are reselling a handgun called the P320, which has reportedly discharged without the trigger being pulled.
At least 120 incidents of unintended firing have been reported, resulting in over 110 injuries and one death.
Despite safety concerns, 12 agencies resold thousands of these guns to...
