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Elon Musk Is An 'Arrogant Billionaire' Says Australian PM After Escalating Social Media Feud

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has intensified his conflict with Elon Musk, denouncing him as an "arrogant billionaire," amid a dispute over X's handling of footage related to a recent church stabbing in Sydney.


Doctors Raise Concerns Over Proposed Capital Gains Tax Changes

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) voices concerns over proposed changes to capital gains taxation, fearing a negative impact on doctors' retirement savings. However, economists argue for increased fairness in the tax system.

iPhone Sales Plummet in China While Huawei Reigns Supreme in Q1

In Q1 2024, iPhone sales in China dropped significantly by 19.1%, contrasting with the modest 1.5% growth in the overall smartphone market, largely attributed to Huawei's 69.7% surge with its Mate 60 series.

Google Executive Advises Staff to 'Move Within Shorter Timelines' Due to New Market Realities

In a recent meeting at Google's headquarters, Google Senior VP and Search head Prabhakar Raghavan warned employees of a "new operating reality," imposing shorter deadlines to move faster.


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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.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Biden Administration Announces $7.7 Billion Relief for 160,000 Borrowers
The temporary suspension of student loan forgiveness is part of a larger attempt to move the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to a new servicing platform.
Supermarket Chain Kroger Post Strong Quarterly Earnings
Kroger and Albertsons announced a divestment deal to sell more shops to C&S Wholesale Grocers to get government permission for a merger.
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's Legal Expenses Across Multiple Court Cases Affect Republican Nominee's Campaign Funds to Fight Joe Biden
Donald Trump's legal bills in several court lawsuits spent another $3.7 million on lawyers this month, bringing the total to $76 million.
Indiana Children's Museum Reportedly Exposed Total Solar Eclipse Watchers to Measles
Attendees of a total solar eclipse event at a children's museum in Indiana may have potentially been exposed to measles, as reported by museum and health officials.
FTC Sues to Block $8.5 Billion Merger of Coach and Michael Kors Handbag Makers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken legal action to block Tapestry's $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings Limited, the parent company of Michael Kors.
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JD Sports, the UK's largest sportswear retailer, plans to buy Hibbett shares at $87.50 each in cash.
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.
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Over 100 Northern California nurses protested Kaiser San Francisco Medical Center, arguing the hospital is adopting untested AI that might hurt patients.