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Nov 26, 2024
China: ‘No one will win a trade war’
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From the BBC World Service: As President-elect Trump details his tariff plans for Mexico, Canada and China, Beijing warns against escalating trade tensions.
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Nov 25, 2024
Another Trump Cabinet pick
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President-elect Trump has announced Scott Bessent as his choice to lead the Treasury Department. We look more into Bessent’s background and the role he would play as treasury secretary.
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Nov 25, 2024
Trump taps Scott Bessent for treasury secretary
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If confirmed, the billionaire hedge fund manager will have authority in areas ranging from the IRS to economic sanctions. Also on the show, World of Warcraft turns 20.
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Nov 25, 2024
Adani Group: ‘We can handle our debts’
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From the BBC World Service: The company owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani says they’re in good shape to handle their debts. And the British government is planning major changes to workers’ rights.
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Nov 22, 2024
The Musk-Ramaswamy commission begins talking government cuts
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The two have outlined their approach to cutting the federal workforce. But it’s not yet clear which programs would be affected. Plus, work from home continues to shape the real estate market.
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Nov 22, 2024
Could OpenAI challenge Google?
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The company is reportedly working on its own AI-powered internet browser. Plus, we sit down with filmmaker Stephen Maing to discuss his new documentary, “Union.”
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Nov 22, 2024
Japan’s big economy boost
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From the BBC World Service: Japan unveils a $140 billion stimulus plan to tackle inflation and boost the economy. And Australia considers restricting social media use for kids under the age of 16.
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Nov 21, 2024
Consumers weigh their values and budgets
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Most Americans say they prefer to buy holiday gifts made in America. But prices tend to speak louder than words. Also: Wall Street has high expectations for Nvidia.
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Nov 21, 2024
When Nvidia sneezes, the stock market catches a cold
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The chipmaker is the most valuable company on the S&P 500 index, reporting about $19 billion in profit. But its stock price dipped after Wednesday’s earnings report.
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Nov 21, 2024
Indian billionaire charged with fraud in the US
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From the BBC World Service: Gautam Adani is accused of orchestrating a $250 million bribery scheme to raise funds in the U.S. Plus, a BBC investigation finds thousands of dollars worth of British Raspberry Pi mini computers have been discovered in Russian drones used against Ukraine.
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