The political landscape in Indiana has undergone a significant turn, as the state Senate recently voted against a proposed redistricting plan that could have reshaped its congressional map ahead of the crucial 2026 midterm elections. This unexpected decision reflects deeper fractures within the Republican Party under former President Donald Trump’s leadership, illuminating the challenges he…
“We are humbled to have been a part of India’s digital transformation journey over the past 15 years, with Amazon’s growth in India perfectly aligned with the vision of an Atmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat,” says Amit Agarwal, Senior VP Emerging Markets, Amazon. “We have invested at scale in growing the physical and digital infrastructure for…
Topline President Donald Trump on Wednesday criticized the Federal Reserve, arguing the central bank’s latest reduction in interest rates could have been doubled, while calling Fed Chair Jerome Powell a “stiff.” Key Facts The Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-3 in favor of lowering interest rates by a quarter-point to between 3.5% and 3.75%, down…
David Ellison is taking his case directly to the WBD shareholders — David Zaslav doesn’t seem to be listening any longer. On Wednesday, Ellison sent a lengthy letter to Warner Bros. Discovery stockholders stating the case for why his Paramount Skydance would be the best buyer, not Netflix. His call to action was for WBD…
News As part of the tentative agreement, the utility agreed to put ‘downward pressure’ on rates, but lower bills from customers are not guaranteed. Georgia Power’s Plant Bowen in Cartersville is shown. The utility wants to add about 10,000 megawatts of power supplies in just five years, mainly to serve data centers. (Hyosyb Shin/AJC 2015)…
At the Fed’s press conference, Fed Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged that many consumers are struggling with higher inflation. “We hear loud and clear” the concerns about affordability, Powell said. But what Powell and the Fed can do about affordability is a different story. “There’s actually not much they can do about that,” Apollo chief economist…
Venezuela’s recent legislative decision to withdraw from the Rome Statute, the treaty that birthed the International Criminal Court (ICC), marks a pivotal moment in the country’s ongoing struggles with international scrutiny and internal politics. Lawmakers have characterized this action as a bold statement against an institution perceived as ineffective, while critics argue it reflects a…
In a significant ruling, a federal judge has deemed the Trump administration’s termination of a key disaster resilience initiative as unlawful, reinforcing the importance of local preparedness in the face of natural disasters. The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program, vital for enhancing community resilience, has garnered support from numerous states, emphasizing a collective…
In a recent rally in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump emphasized his administration’s commitment to enhancing the economy, highlighting a vision of “lower prices and bigger paychecks.” The timing of this message comes as the nation gears up for the upcoming midterm elections, and while the sentiment resonates with many Americans, the nuances of his economic…
As diplomatic tensions continue to shape global dynamics, recent peace proposals regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine reflect a growing urgency among European leaders. With U.S. President Donald Trump actively seeking resolution, the international community is watching closely to see if these negotiations may signal a shift towards ending hostilities, particularly amidst concerns about territorial…
AP — The fiancée of a man who died on a cruise ship has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Royal Caribbean, alleging it negligently served him at least 33 alcoholic drinks and was liable for his death after crew members tackled him to the ground and stood on him with their full body weight….
This is a comparison of Wednesday’s Federal Open Market Committee statement with the one issued after the Fed’s previous policymaking meeting in October. Text removed from the October statement is in red with a horizontal line through the middle. Text appearing for the first time in the new statement is in red and underlined. Black text appears in both statements….
Donald Trump weighed in again on the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery, this time by saying that he opposes any plan in which the company continues to own CNN. Trump told reporters Wednesday that there were “some good companies bidding on it.” “I think the people that have run CNN for the last, long…
David Ellison, the CEO of Paramount Skydance who has launched a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, is urging WBD shareholders to tender their shares and “register their view with the WBD board of directors that they prefer the superior Paramount transaction,” the company said. Paramount sent a letter from Ellison Wednesday addressed to…
In this article KO Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Henrique Braun to become the next CEO of The Coca-Cola Company. Courtesy: The Coca-Cola Company Coca-Cola Chief Operating Officer Henrique Braun will succeed James Quincey as CEO next year, the company said Wednesday, as Coke and its rivals navigate tepid consumer demand for soft drinks….
As Storm Byron approaches Gaza, the plight of nearly 1.5 million Palestinians living in precarious flood-prone conditions is brought to the forefront. With a lack of adequate shelter materials—attributed to ongoing restrictions—many families face imminent threats from severe weather and possible health crises. The urgent situation highlights the resilience of the Palestinian people and emphasizes…
LOADINGERROR LOADING “The Late Show” audience erupted in cheers on Tuesday — and even chanted Stephen Colbert’s name — after the host delivered a pointed line about Paramount Skydance’s hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Paramount launched its $108 billion offer this week, days after Warner announced plans to sell to Netflix in an…
It’s official—we finally have a total figure for MacKenzie Scott’s donations this year: an eye-popping $7.2 billion. That brings the billionaire philanthropist’s total gifts since 2020 to $26 billion and more than 2,700 gifts. This squarely places Scott among the most generous philanthropists, alongside fellow billionaires Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates, and Warren Buffett—all of…
Mega billionaire Elon Musk, in a friendly interview with his aide and conservative influencer Katie Miller, said his efforts leading the Department of Government Efficiency were only “somewhat successful” and he would not do it over again. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, who also owns the social media platform X, still broadly defended President Donald…
Some have questioned how much thought was put into the policy, as the US confusingly continues restricting less advanced AI chips (like the A100 and H100) while green-lighting H200 sales. Trump’s Justice Department also seems to be struggling to keep up. The NYT noted that just “hours before” Trump announced the policy change, the DOJ…
On December 10, 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) directed the Open Market Trading Desk (the Desk) at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to increase System Open Market Account (SOMA) securities holdings to maintain an ample level of reserves through purchases in the secondary market of Treasury bills (or, if needed, of…
In the current geopolitical landscape, the dynamic relations between nations are coming under intense scrutiny, particularly in the context of escalating tensions in Venezuela. As the United States intensifies its campaign against the South American nation, allies like Russia reaffirm their support, prompting discussions about sovereign rights, international law, and the geopolitical implications of foreign…
In the complex landscape of Middle Eastern politics, the discourse surrounding Iran’s influence has become increasingly pivotal. In a recent episode of ZezapTV’s “On the Record,” former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif sheds light on Iran’s strategic partnerships and its unwavering pursuit of nuclear capabilities amidst external pressures. As he delves into Iran’s integral…
In a recent address in Pennsylvania, former President Donald Trump revisited a controversial remark he made in a 2018 immigration meeting, admitting to using a derogatory phrase to describe certain countries. This admission has reignited discussions about his presidency’s immigration policies and rhetoric. During his speech, Trump emphasized his push to halt migration from nations…
Austria’s recent legislative decision to ban Muslim headscarves in schools has reignited discussions about freedom of expression and religious identity in secular societies. The move, which limits the personal choices of young girls from Muslim communities, raises significant concerns about the implications for social cohesion and the normalization of discrimination against specific groups. As Europe…
It’s probably not going to be like last time. Back in September, when Oracle reported that its AI-related sales backlog had more than quadrupled to $455 billion — largely due to deals with OpenAI — the stock exploded, rising more than 20%, creating billions in wealth within minutes. The celebration lasted into the next day,…
YouTube TV says it will begin offering cheaper, more targeted packages of programming starting early next year. YouTube TV Plans, a collection of 10 different packages, are designed to offer “more choice and flexibility to our subscribers,” the company said Wednesday in a blog post. Individual plans can be combined, allowing heavy viewers of sports…
The recent case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia illuminates the challenges many undocumented immigrants face in an increasingly complex legal landscape, particularly in light of past immigration policies. As an emblematic figure of the struggles against harsh deportation practices, Abrego Garcia’s journey raises pertinent questions about justice, human rights, and the future of immigration reform in…
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer testifies during a US Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies hearing on 2026 funding priorities, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, Dec. 9, 2025. Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer told a Senate Appropriations subcommittee on Tuesday that the deadline…
The US Food and Drug Administration is looking into whether deaths “across multiple age groups” have been related to Covid-19 vaccines, a spokesperson said Tuesday, weeks after a senior agency official claimed — without offering evidence – that Covid-19 vaccinations resulted in the deaths of 10 children. Andrew Nixon, a spokesperson for the US Department…
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BANGKOK (AP) — Paramount Skydance says the Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent Holdings withdrew from its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery to avert a possible national security review. Paramount’s revised filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of its takeover bid said the Chinese company had dropped its $1 billion financing…
Bloomberg (Bloomberg) — SpaceX is moving ahead with plans for an initial public offering that would seek to raise significantly more than $30 billion, people familiar with the matter said, in a transaction that would make it the biggest listing of all time. The Elon Musk-led company is targeting a valuation of about $1.5 trillion…