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What to Watch at Trump and Xi’s U.S.-China Summit
Here’s what to know about the biggest sources of tension in U.S.-China relations before the first summit in Beijing in nine years between the nations’ leaders.
FinMin departs for China to attend Pakistan’s inaugural Panda Bond issuance ceremony
Ceremony marks Pakistan’s first-ever Panda Bond issuance, giving access to China’s capital market, ministry says
Oil edges up as investors focus on Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing
Brent crude futures were up 26 cents, or 0.25%, to $105.89 a barrel
Cisco to cut thousands of jobs as AI push accelerates after earnings beat
Cisco reported record revenue and surging AI demand while announcing job cuts affecting thousands as it repositions for an AI-driven future.
Florida bans sloth imports after dozens of animals die at planned Orlando attraction
Florida wildlife officials temporarily ban sloth imports after fatal infections killed dozens of animals at a now-closed planned Orlando attraction, Sloth World.
A Start-Up Aiming to Make Geothermal Energy Mainstream Goes Public
Fervo Energy, which uses drilling techniques from the oil and gas industry to produce power from the earth’s heat, raised $1.9 billion in an initial public offering.
Justice Dept. Officials Consider Settling Trump Suit Against I.R.S.
One of the settlement terms under review is for the I.R.S. to drop any audits of the president, his family members and businesses.
Trump’s Shrinking Ambitions on China
The president came into office planning harsher trade moves on China than on the rest of the world. Here’s why he’s had to scale them back.
Big tech bets on new mascots in bid to seem more cuddly
The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage.
Why big tech is betting on cute mascots
The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage.
Warning higher Europe air fares 'inevitable' due to Iran war
Flying by air will get more expensive as oil prices remain high, says international industry body boss.
Higher Europe air fares 'inevitable', says industry head
Flying by air will get more expensive as oil prices remain high after the US and Israel's conflict with Iran.
Housing market in England and Wales weakening due to Iran war, say estate agents
Homebuyers more cautious due to possible mortgage rate rises and higher inflation as sellers sit on propertiesFears of higher mortgage rates and rising inflation as a result of the Middle East conflict are leading to a subdued and downbeat housing market, according to estate agents.Demand from poten...
Trump Administration Will Withhold $1.3 Billion in Medicaid Payments to California
Vice President JD Vance said the state had not done enough to fight fraud in the public health insurance program.
LARRY KUDLOW: Ironically, Trump at Beijing plans the final blows to finish off the scourge of Iran
Inflation is running hot right now because Trump and Netanyahu are working hard to finish off Iran once and for all
CBO estimates Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system could cost $1.2T over 20 years
The CBO estimates Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system would cost about $1.2 trillion over 20 years, with space-based layers the costliest.
Boeing pursues massive China jet deal as CEO joins Trump's delegation to Beijing
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg says a potential deal for hundreds of jets is dependent on Trump-Xi negotiations as corporate leaders travel to China.
Publix backtracks on open carry after allowing guns in Florida stores
Publix now asks that only law enforcement openly carry guns in its Florida stores, quietly revising its previous policy that allowed customer open carry.
Fuel Prices Drive Sales of E.V.s, Just Not in the U.S.
Electric vehicle sales have soared in Europe and much of the rest of the world, but Americans are still hesitant.
Trump's Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh confirmed by US Senate
Kevin Warsh was confirmed by the narrowest margin since the role required a Senate confirmation vote.
US Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, replacing Jerome Powell
Warsh will serve four-year term as chair, taking over amid rising inflation and pressure from Trump to lower ratesThe US Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as chair of the Federal Reserve, one of the most powerful roles in the federal government that holds enormous sway over the economy.The 54-45 Senate v...
Steel Tariffs Are Raising the Price of Canned Foods
The cost to put food in cans remains high because manufacturers must still import steel from overseas. U.S. Steel plans to reopen a tin-plate factory.
Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
President Trump’s pick to replace Jerome H. Powell takes the helm at a highly uncertain moment for the economy and with heightened concern about the Federal Reserve’s ability to operate independently.
Can Three Auction Houses Sell $2.6 Billion Worth of Art in One Week?
Five luxury artworks hold the key to the spring season, one of the most anticipated sales in years. Major buyers are looking past female and younger artists and toward tradition.