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May Jobs Reports Show Economy Added More Jobs Than Expected, 272,000 Added During The Month

US Adds Over 200K Jobs in June as Unemployment Rate Hits 4.1%, Highest Since 2021

In June, the US labor market added 206,000 jobs while the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, the highest since 2021, indicating potential underlying challenges despite positive job growth.


Brazil's Former President Jair Bolsonaro Indicted in Money Laundering: Report

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro was indicted by the country's Federal Police for alleged money laundering and criminal association.

Disney Heiress Plans to Halt Donations to Democrats Unless Joe Biden Drops Out

President Joe Biden faces pressure from prominent donors within his party, including Disney heiress Abigail Disney, who announced she would cease funding to the Democratic Party.

Bitcoin Dips to 2-Month Low Amid US Presidential Election Uncertainty

Bitcoin dropped to its lowest level in two months on Thursday. Bitcoin dropped to its lowest level in two months on Thursday. According to Reuters, the cryptocurrency's value fell over 2% to $57,843, marking its lowest point since May 2 and losing over 6% this week alone.


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Samsung Records Unexpected Profit Gain, Cites AI Boom's Impact on Chip Prices
Samsung estimated that it made a meteoric 15-fold rise in its second quarter operating profit, which it said was better than its expectations.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill allowing restaurants to collect service charges despite SB 478, which shields consumers from "junk fees."
Walmart faces a class action lawsuit alleging misleading and unjust pricing by charging customers more than required.
Philippines Demands $1 Million Payment from China over June 17 Incident
The Philippines demanded a payment worth $1 million in damages from China following an altercation in the South China Sea on June 17.
Tesla Spends Millions in Advertising Despite Elon Musk Hating It, But Why?
Tesla's short sellers lost $3.5 billion after the firm announced better-than-expected electric car sales this week.
Ray Kurzweil Hopes to Reach 'Singularity' by Merging with AI
Computer scientist, futurist, and artificial intelligence advocate Ray Kurzweil is optimistic that he will become one with the 'Singularity’ by his eventual death.
Baltimore Business Offers to Sell Watches Using Pieces of Collapsed Bridge
Local watchmaker Tsao Baltimore recently acquired a portion of scrap metal that was once the Francis Scott Key Bridge in an effort to keep its memory alive.
Social Security Falls Short for Gig Workers' Retirement Needs—What's the Solution?
Social Security taxes alone are insufficient to provide gig workers with a secure retirement, prompting discussions on alternative strategies to ensure their financial stability in later years.
New Zealand Tourist, Wife of Businessman Doug McKay, Killed in Southern California Robbery
A New Zealand tourist, identified as the wife of prominent businessman Doug McKay, was tragically killed during a robbery attempt in Southern California.
China's BYD Launches Electric Vehicle Factory in Thailand, Expanding Regional Presence
BYD, China's largest electric vehicle maker, has opened its first factory in Southeast Asia in Thailand, marking a strategic move into the region's growing EV market supported by government incentives.