TikTok, ByteDance Spend Over $7 Million on Lobbying and Ads to Fight Potential US Ban
TikTok and its China-based parent company, ByteDance, have collectively spent over $7 million to counter its potential US ban.
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Canada Explores Raising Tariffs on Chinese EVs Following US Move Against China: Report
Canada is reportedly exploring raising tariffs on Chinese-produced electric vehicles (EVs) following the US decision to impose higher levies on these imports.
Europe Trusts Chinese Supply Chains and Won't Follow US Tariff Hikes
Chinese companies are optimistic about global trade, posing challenges to complete separation, especially as European firms, notably Germany, Spain, and France, express confidence in expanding their p..
Slovak Media Fears Government Crackdown After PM Assassination Attempt
Slovak journalists are concerned that the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico would result in a renewed push for a proposal replacing the country’s public broadcaster RTVS...
California Offers $400 to Drivers Willing to Test Proposed Gas Tax Alternative — Here's What You Should Know
California is offering money to drivers interested in participating in a pilot program to test an alternative to the gas tax. Here's what you need to know...
IMF Criticizes Joe Biden's Ramping Up Chinese Import Tariffs, Says US Should Work With China to Resolve Disputes
The IMF is urging the US to maintain its open trade system instead of ...
US Blocks Imports From 26 More Chinese Companies Tied to Uyghur Forced Labor
The US has announced it blocked imports from 26 Chinese cotton traders...
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FTC Votes in Favor of Ban Against Noncompete Agreements That Prevent Employees From Working for Competitors
The FTC has voted in favor of a nationwide ban against noncompete agreements.
UK Government Faces Pressure to Address Housing Crisis Ahead of Elections
The housing shortage crisis in Britain, with a deficit of 4.3 million homes, takes precedence in the lead-up to an anticipated general election, prompting major political parties to address it while b
Russia's Surprising Economic Strength to Last Another 18 Months Despite Western Sanctions and Ukraine War, Think Tank Says
A Washington DC-based think tank said Russia will maintain its economic strength for another 18 months despite facing various challenges amid its war with Ukraine.
Donald Trump Urges 'Young Voters' to Blame Joe Biden if TikTok Gets Banned in the US
Former President Donald Trump said Monday that President Joe Biden would be the one responsible if TikTok is banned in the US as he was "pushing" for it.
New Zealand Implements New Import Rules for Frozen Berries After Hepatitis A Outbreak
New Zealand Food Safety has updated its import regulations to handle frozen berries better to avoid another hepatitis A outbreak.
Russia Warns of More Damage and Deaths After US Approves $61 Billion Military Aid Package for Ukraine
The US House of Representatives' approval of a $61 billion military aid package for Ukraine has garnered mixed reactions internationally, including a warning from Russia.
More US Voters Trust Donald Trump Than Joe Biden to Deal With Inflation and Cost of Living, New Poll Shows
More US voters trust former President Donald Trump than President Joe Biden when it comes to addressing inflation and the cost of living, according to a new NBC News poll.
Philippines Wants US, Japan to Fund Freight Railway Project After It Drops Funding Talks With China
The Philippines is seeking alternative financing deals for a freight railway project after funding talks with China were dropped.
FAA to Issue New Rest Rules for Air Traffic Controllers Following a Series of Near-Miss Incidents
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday announced new rules for air traffic controllers to rest at least 10 hours between shifts and 12 hours before a midnight shift.
