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How the Upcoming Fed Meeting Could Influence Savers’ CD Decisions
Markets & Macro

How the Upcoming Fed Meeting Could Influence Savers’ CD Decisions

The Federal Reserve’s next policy meeting will be a key moment for savers weighing whether to lock in current CD rates near 4% or keep funds flexible amid uncertainty about future interest rate moves.

Trump DOJ Faces Accusations of Political Interference in Paramount-Warner Media Merger Approval
AI & Tech Regulation

Trump DOJ Faces Accusations of Political Interference in Paramount-Warner Media Merger Approval

A report reveals that the Trump administration pressured antitrust staff to approve a major media merger, sparking widespread criticism of corruption and political interference.

SpaceX Secures Nearly $86 Billion in Record-Breaking IPO Backed by Major Investors
Corporate Power

SpaceX Secures Nearly $86 Billion in Record-Breaking IPO Backed by Major Investors

SpaceX completed the largest IPO in history, raising close to $86 billion as top underwriters exercised their share overallotment, signaling strong investor confidence.

Google Uncovers Stealthy Chinese Espionage Operation Targeting US and Canadian Sectors
Defense & Security

Google Uncovers Stealthy Chinese Espionage Operation Targeting US and Canadian Sectors

A newly identified Chinese espionage group infiltrated US and Canadian institutions since 2023, exploiting medical research software to steal credentials and sensitive data undetected.

Trump Credits Russia and China for Iran Deal Despite Their Support for Iranian Attacks on US Troops
Defense & Security

Trump Credits Russia and China for Iran Deal Despite Their Support for Iranian Attacks on US Troops

President Trump praised Chinese and Russian leaders for aiding an Iran peace deal but overlooked their roles in supporting Iranian strikes on US forces during the conflict.

Growing Majority in Syria and Lebanon View Hezbollah Negatively, Favor Peace with Israel
Defense & Security

Growing Majority in Syria and Lebanon View Hezbollah Negatively, Favor Peace with Israel

New surveys reveal significant shifts in public opinion across Syria and Lebanon, with many citizens now seeing Hezbollah’s presence as a threat and expressing increased openness to peace with Israel.

DOJ Halted Paramount-Warner Merger Probe Before Staff Could Advise Against It
Corporate Power

DOJ Halted Paramount-Warner Merger Probe Before Staff Could Advise Against It

The Justice Department’s political leadership stopped the antitrust investigation into Paramount’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery before career lawyers completed their review or formally recommended a lawsuit.

Bitcoin Charts Signal Potential Rally to $100,000 Before October
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Charts Signal Potential Rally to $100,000 Before October

Technical analysis suggests Bitcoin may climb past $100,000 by September if it breaks key resistance and confirms a double-bottom reversal pattern.

China’s Missile Advances Extend Threat to Australia Amid Rising Indo-Pacific Tensions
Defense & Security

China’s Missile Advances Extend Threat to Australia Amid Rising Indo-Pacific Tensions

China’s growing missile capabilities now threaten Australian territory, challenging U.S. military dominance in the Indo-Pacific and increasing pressure on regional alliances, a new report finds.

India’s Unemployment Rate Rises as Rural Joblessness Worsens in May
Markets & Macro

India’s Unemployment Rate Rises as Rural Joblessness Worsens in May

India's unemployment rate reached 5.5% in May, driven by a notable rise in rural joblessness, while urban unemployment showed a slight decline, highlighting a growing divide.