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China implements 15-day visa-free stays for international cruise travelers, while expanding visa-free transit and digital payment options to boost post-pandemic tourism numbers.
The Supreme Court has upheld the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) 's funding mechanism despite a challenge from conservative groups, ruling 7-2 in favor of the agency's funding structure.
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Singapore introduces Checkmate, a service supported by the new Centre for Advanced Technologies in Online Safety (Catos), allowing users to verify suspicious text messages for scams or misinformation, as part of efforts to combat online harms.
China reiterated its call for a political resolution to the Ukraine war during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit. President Xi Jinping recognized the need for any settlement to respect the security and sovereignty of all parties involved.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has cautioned that the United States should promptly address its ballooning fiscal deficit to avoid future economic turmoil.
Billionaire Leo Koguan, the biggest retail shareholder of Tesla, has reportedly voted against reinstating the $55 billion compensation package of Elon Musk.
