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• Exclusive-Britain, China to revive 'Golden Era' business dialogue during Starmer visit, sources say - By Joe Cash BEIJING, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Britain and China will aim to revive a "golden era" business dialogue when Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing next week, three sources familiar with the
• Hiltzik: Yes, you're paying for Trump's tariffs, and the price is going up - A new study finds that Americans paid 96% of Trump's tariff charges, making them a hidden tax on U.S. consumers
• Canada’s Leader Warns of a ‘Rupture’ in the Global Order, and ICE Is Accused of Killing Detainee - Plus, what’s the point of learning cursive?
• U.S. still 'the closest of allies' with the UK despite rift, Finance Minister Reeves says - The U.S. remains the "closest of allies" with the U.K. despite a growing rift between the U.S. and Europe over the future of Greenland, Rachel Reeves told CNBC.
• Supreme Court to Weigh Trump’s Bid to Fire Lisa Cook - The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Wednesday in the case of Lisa Cook, the Federal Reserve governor whom President Trump is trying to fire. Our reporter Colby Smith describes the importance of Cook’s case for the independence of
• Supreme Court weighs Trump bid to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook - SCOTUS will review Trump's effort to fire Lisa Cook from the Fed's board of governors, a high-stakes court clash that could have major economic impacts.
• Supreme Court Considers Trump’s Attempt to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook - The justices deferred a decision on the president’s efforts to oust Cook, agreeing to hear arguments on Wednesday instead.
• An Anxious Japan Restarts the World’s Biggest Nuclear Plant - Japan is reviving nuclear power, balancing the need for more clean energy against the lingering trauma of the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi disaster.
• Man Gets Life in Prison for Killing Shinzo Abe, Former Leader of Japan - Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, had admitted to shooting Mr. Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister; but his case divided Japan.
• Bill, Hillary Clinton at risk of contempt in House after snubbing Epstein depositions - The House Oversight Committee weighs contempt resolutions against Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton for skipping Epstein depositions. Republicans are expected to advance measures.
• Fukushima nuclear plant operator to restart reactor at another plant, reviving safety concerns - The world’s largest nuclear power plant is set to restart Wednesday in north-central Japan for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown, as resource-poor Japan accelerates atomic power use to meet soaring electricity needs.
• GORDON CHANG: Appeasing China won’t save Europe — Trump’s hard power just might - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer plan China visits as European leaders seek trade deals despite concerns about appeasing Beijing.
• Denmark fought alongside the U.S. Now, Trump is threatening it over Greenland. - Denmark was a committed partner to the U.S. during the war in Afghanistan, deploying thousands of troops, and made early contributions to the invasion of Iraq.
• How Egypt is reviving the Suez Canal after maritime attacks sank traffic - Attacks by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea scared off much of the shipping that used the Suez Canal, depriving Egypt’s ailing economy of vital revenue.
• Treasury yields inch lower as investors monitor escalating trade tensions - U.S. Treasury yields declined on Wednesday, tentatively retreating from a sell-off that spurred a flight from U.S. assets on Tuesday.
• Why Was Macron Wearing Sunglasses at Davos? - An eye condition, not a style choice, prompted President Emmanuel Macron of France to don aviators to address the World Economic Forum.
• Trump’s Greenland crusade pushes European allies to a breaking point - President Donald Trump’s ultimatum — give up Greenland or face a trade war — has convinced some European officials that retaliation, rather than conciliation, is the answer.
• Netanyahu agrees to join Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace after initial pushback - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he will join President Donald Trump’s newly formed Gaza Board of Peace after initially criticizing its structure.
• Exclusive-Britain and China to revive 'Golden Era' business dialogue during Starmer visit - By Joe Cash BEIJING, Jan 21 (Reuters) - Britain and China aim to revive a "golden era" business dialogue when Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes a planned Beijing visit next week, said three sources
• Georgia teen arrested after father turns him in following pair of shootings, police say - Georgia father turns in his own 16-year-old son to police after teen allegedly shot juvenile in face and neck during vehicle attack in Lovejoy area, according to police.
• Scott Bessent says U.S. is unconcerned by Treasury sell-off over Greenland, calls Denmark ‘irrelevant’ - U.S. treasury secretary Scott Bessant addressed reporters at a press conference at the World Economic Forum on Wednesday.
• At Davos, Canada’s prime minister warns of ‘rupture in the world order’ - Mark Carney said middle powers such as Canada could build a new order in an era of unfettered great powers, without directly mentioning Trump or the U.S.
• CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: A diplomacy tightrope for Britain’s Starmer after Trump’s tirades - U.K. PM Keir Starmer is treading a fine line in diplomacy — and appears to be banking on Britain’s “special relationship” with the U.S. to deliver a compromise.
• Loved ones search for missing 53-year-old Southern California woman - Loved ones are searching for a missing Los Angeles County woman. Jennifer Leann Issa, 53, was reported missing on Jan. 18, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Issa, who is considered at-risk, was last seen on the 23000
• Cause of death revealed weeks after woman died following Universal Orlando ride: report - Authorities released the identity and cause of death of a 70-year-old woman months after she died following a ride on Universal Orlando’s Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster.
• Gold breaks new record on Greenland tariff threats, with forecast of $7,000 on the cards - Gold prices climbed to another record of over $4,800 on Wednesday, extending its sharp rally.
• Iran's top diplomat issues most direct threat yet to US as crackdown over protests squeezes nation - Iran's foreign minister issued the most direct threat yet Wednesday against the United States after Tehran's bloody crackdown on protesters, warning the Islamic Republic will be “firing back with everything we have if we come under renewed
• Indian rupee hits record low on Greenland-spurred risk aversion, capital flow strain - By Nimesh Vora MUMBAI, Jan 21 (Reuters) - The Indian rupee fell to an all-time low on Wednesday as risk aversion linked to the Greenland dispute compounded pressures from ongoing capital outflows and
• Killer of Japanese leader Shinzo Abe sentenced to life in prison - Tetsuya Yamagami pleaded guilty to shooting the former prime minister with a homemade gun in 2022, an act he tied to struggles with the Unification Church.
• As fires in Chile burn, a mobile clinic fights to save furry survivors - LIRQUÉN, Chile (AP) — Some are frightened, others are dehydrated, most are burned. In order to provide aid to the furry friends and other animals affected by the raging fires in Chile, the national police's canine brigade and teams of volu
• Gov Whitmer says America 'ready for a woman president,' contrasting Michelle Obama - Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she disagrees with former first lady Michelle Obama's claim that America is not ready for a woman president.
• Trump Heads to Davos Amid Deep Worries About U.S.-European Alliance - The gathering of the global elite is set to serve as an all-hands effort to de-escalate tensions between President Trump and America’s allies over his insistence on acquiring Greenland.
• Trump's plane lands safely after 'minor electrical issue,' Davos trip to continue - By Steve Holland ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, Jan 20 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's Air Force One landed safely at Joint Base Andrews near Washington to change aircraft Tuesday night after crew on his
• Experts stunned as trail cameras capture once-in-a-century event in US wilderness: 'Historic' - Trail cameras have become useful instruments for wildlife experts.
• Air Force One turns around shortly after takeoff for Trump's trip to Switzerland - Air Force One returned to Joint Base Andrews shortly after takeoff due to a minor electrical issue while President Donald Trump was en route to Switzerland, the White House said.
• Air Force One Turns Back After Electrical Issue - The plane carrying President Trump was heading for Switzerland when it turned back for Joint Base Andrews. A White House official said there had been a minor electrical issue.
• Oleksandr Usyk not linked to plans for record-breaking San Francisco boxing event, despite reports - Despite numerous reports stating the contrary this past weekend, boxing's heavyweight king is not headlining iVisitBoxing's ambitious plans for a July 11 show featuring 140,000 fans.
• India’s largest company is caught in geopolitical tensions. But it faces the biggest challenge at home - The retail business is facing a slow down in sales, which has pushed brokerages to cut down on target price.
• FBI Director Patel warns elected officials 'no one' is exempt from federal scrutiny amid Minnesota probe - FBI Director Kash Patel warns 'no one' is exempt from federal scrutiny after DOJ subpoenaed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for allegedly impeding law enforcement.
• Billionaire Dalio sends 2-word warning as stocks sell-off - If you're an investor like me, you can't be faulted for looking at the returns since last April and thinking things are all roses and daisies. After a scary, tariff-induced 19% drop in the S&P 500, stocks rallied sharply from April's lows.
• Iranian soldier sentenced to death for refusing to fire on protesters during nationwide unrest - Iranian soldier Javid Khales reportedly sentenced to death for refusing orders to shoot protesters during nationwide unrest, human rights group says.
• Former Trump lawyer accuses federal judge of making 'baseless accusations of lying' after departure - Federal judge allegedly invalidates Trump lawyer's interim U.S. attorney appointment, sparking heated constitutional separation of powers battle.
• Mike McDaniel expected to join Chargers as offensive coordinator 'barring a change of heart:' report - Mike McDaniel didn't wait long to find a new role in the NFL after being fired by the Miami Dolphins. He's expected to join the Los Angeles Chargers as their next OC.
• Warren Buffett's successor eyes selling off Berkshire Hathaway's 325 million Kraft Heinz shares - Warren Buffett's successor appears to be considering his first significant move after taking over as CEO this month. Kraft Heinz warned investors Tuesday that Berkshire Hathaway may be interested in selling its 325 million shares in the na
• '60 Minutes' host Scott Pelley reportedly said CBS chief Bari Weiss needed to take job more 'seriously' - "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley reportedly criticized CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss after she pulled a segment right before it was set to air.
• Vice President JD Vance will travel to Minnesota amid tensions over ICE - Vance will hold a roundtable discussion with community leaders and plans to deliver remarks in Minneapolis
• Missouri couple accused of locking teens in chicken pen, shooting them with BB guns in abuse case - Missouri couple accused of locking teens in chicken pen, shooting them with BB guns in alleged severe abuse case. Both arrested and held without bond.
• Sen. John Hoeven details $300M cost savings for diversion, water supply projects - Jan. 20—FARGO — Savings for North Dakota taxpayers on two Red River Valley water infrastructure projects in a recently passed federal bill will top $300 million, according to U.S. Sen. John Hoeven. During a press conference Tuesday, Jan. 20
• Armed militias fire heavy machine guns through Tehran streets in deadly night attacks - Iran protests enter day twenty-four with 4,519 confirmed deaths as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei backs security forces amid nationwide demonstrations.
• Ashton Kutcher sets record straight on rumors he and wife Mila Kunis don't shower - Four years after sparking widespread debate, Ashton Kutcher confirms he does shower regularly despite his viral podcast comments with wife Mila Kunis in 2021.