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Amazon's four-day Prime Day event starts June 23, as shoppers battle inflation

Amazon's four-day shopping fest comes after U.S. consumer sentiment dropped in May to a record low.

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Artificial Intelligence: Alphabet wants to invest billions in AI

Alphabet wants to raise $80 billion to finance AI expansion. Berkshire Hathaway is also investing – the stock is falling.

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Security policy: USA probably wants to station more nuclear-capable bombers in Europe

The Trump administration recently announced that it would reduce its troop numbers in Europe. However, additional bombers could be stationed to provide nuclear deterrence.

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US trade: Trump reduces tariffs on certain metal products

In order to stimulate US industry again, Trump is defusing his tariff policy. The measures apply until the end of 2027 and are intended to promote investment.

Lidl, Aldi & Co.: These are the most popular retailers among Germans

An exclusive survey shows Germany's customer favorites. Not only is last year's winner pushed out, Amazon also falls surprisingly far behind.

Poverty report: Poverty in Germany reaches new high

Many people in Germany don't know how to pay the bills for electricity, heating or a new refrigerator. There are big regional differences.

AI is creating a new gold rush. Companies are investing heavily in the energy sector. AIPO ETF?

Is investing in ETF like Aipo ( Defiance AI & Power Infrastructure) smart move? Due to the rapid development of artificial intelligence, companies across a wide range of industries from tech giants to automakers are rapidly expanding into the energy sector. The race for electricity, which has become a critical resource for AI technologies, has turned into a modern-day gold rush, creating enormous financial value but also significant risks if demand cannot be met, Axios reports. Electricity, long

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Technology: GoPro sounds the alarm – existence is at risk

GoPro became big with action cameras for surfers and snowboarders. But the price shock for memory chips caused by the AI boom now makes the company fear for its survival.

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Major Russian attack on Kyiv, other Ukraine cities kills at least 9, wounds dozens

Russian air attacks on major Ukrainian cities such as Kyiv, Dnipro and Kharkiv killed at least nine and wounded more than 60 early on Tuesday, authorities said, following days of warnings that Moscow was planning a major assault. Russia has targeted Ukraine’s power supply and infrastructure while Ukraine has stepped up attacks this year on Russian ‌oil facilities in a war now more than four years old, sometimes causing casualties, but both deny targeting civilians. Five people were killed and 25

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Japan’s Russia concern, businesses choose Malaysia over Singapore: 7 Asia highlights

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Russia’s military activity has Japan fearing a dual-front war Japan’s call to maintain “impeccable” defences on its northern frontier reflects Tokyo’s deepening concern over growing Russian military activity in the region, analysts say. 2. Rising costs in Singapore spur.

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Calls for faster rehousing of evicted Hong Kong subdivided flat tenants

Hong Kong authorities should offer more timely and flexible urgent accommodation for residents uprooted by a new regulation aimed at eliminating the city’s notorious subdivided flats, lawmakers have urged. Their comments were made on Tuesday after the Housing Bureau briefed lawmakers on plans to reserve up to 180 transitional flats in urban and extended urban areas to tenants evicted on short notice. Scott Leung Man-kwong, deputy chairman of the Legislative Council’s housing panel, said he...

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LNG Deliveries to China Rebound in May

The world's largest LNG buyer stepped up purchases ahead of peak summer demand, reversing a months-long decline following disruptions to Middle East supplies.

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Trump administration proposes 25% tariff on Brazilian goods over unfair trade practices

U.S Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that the investigation under Section 301 was launched at the direction of U.S. President Donald Trump.

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+++ Ukraine War +++: Russia is apparently considering importing aircraft fuel

Massive Russian attack on Kiev and the whole of Ukraine +++ Ukrainian chief of staff: End of war before winter is realistic +++ Zelenskyj speaks of stable fronts +++ The news blog.

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What do people think of the Quantinuum (QNT) ipo?

With QUANTINUUM (QNT) ipo-ing on Jun-03-2026, what do you guys think of the company and quantum computing story? IBM and the other quantum stocks are popping off and QNT wants to take advantage of the momentum. I think it will price in the high end at $55. position: 100 shares submitted by /u/ora408 [link] [comments]

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Financial investor: Blackstone raises $13.1 billion for Asia funds

The US financial investor has set a new in-house record with its third Asia buyout fund. Blackstone wants to use the capital to invest in India, Japan and AI infrastructure.

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Denmark’s prime minister secures third term after marathon talks

Denmark’s Social Democratic leader ⁠Mette Frederiksen said on Monday ⁠she has agreed to form a centre-left coalition government, maintaining her grip on power amid a crisis in ties with US President Donald Trump over the future of Greenland. The deal to form a minority cabinet gives Frederiksen a third ‌consecutive term as prime minister, ending months of uncertainty after a March election in which 12 parties won seats in the Danish parliament. “I have been to see His Majesty the King and...

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Ukraine War: Massive Russian air strikes on Kyiv and the entire country

Russia's army is attacking the Ukrainian capital again, including with ballistic missiles. Other parts of the country are also affected. Nine people die and almost 100 are injured.

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Ideas against the decline of pharmacies: “You can’t survive if you’re just a pharmacist”

Thousands of pharmacies in Germany are closing. Two pharmacists don't want to give up: one uses his reach on Instagram, the other is constantly opening up new areas of business.

100th anniversary celebrations: “Now all teams are divided” – Lufthansa employees angrily return anniversary tickets

Depressed celebratory mood at Lufthansa: Tickets are being raffled off for two central anniversary concerts for employees, but the majority go away empty-handed. And on viewing days you should pay at the counter yourself.

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+++ USA +++: Trump is probably stopping the controversial compensation fund

Protests in front of the US deportation center +++ USA kills alleged drug smugglers on the high seas again +++ Billions in damage feared due to stop of international flights +++ The news blog.

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Ukraine War: Massive Russian air strikes on Kyiv: dead and injured

Russia's army attacks the Ukrainian capital again. Other parts of the country are also affected, and there are attacks with ballistic missiles. The attack was preceded by warnings from the president.

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Middle East: Trump wants to defuse the Lebanon conflict - Iran threatens

The fighting between Israel and Hezbollah is complicating negotiations to end the Iran war. Trump is trying to de-escalate – and is said to have insulted Netanyahu.

Morning Briefing Podcast: Tech: How the Telekom boss let the digital minister run / AI: The next trillion-dollar IPO

Some meaningful debates need a provocation to get going. Timotheus Höttges and Karsten Wildberger could have started one yesterday. It's about billions.

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Why do China and other powers still want aircraft carriers?

Drone swarms and stealth submarines are playing a growing role in modern warfare, yet aircraft carriers remain a symbol of military might. That can be seen in China’s investment in the warships, as well as other countries including France, Turkey, India and Japan. China’s naval fleet has been expanding at a rapid pace, with its fourth aircraft carrier fast taking shape, according to the latest satellite images of the shipyard in Dalian in the country’s northeast, where it is being built. Those..

Animal protection: Saving wild animals - moral duty or harmful?

When an animal is injured or sick, many people want to help. But compassion alone is not enough to make a good decision. Which depends on whether you should intervene.

Energy-intensive industry: “We pay for it in many different places in today’s system”

The price of energy fluctuates more wildly than ever: which is why the Siempelkamp foundry is once again hoping for a reform in determining electricity prices.