Google Makes Biggest Office Building Purchase Since Pandemic Started With NYC Buy
On Tuesday, Google Inc. announced what is considered the biggest purchase of an office building by a company since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic through a new expansion of it's campus in New York City.
Why Is The UK Considering A Bailout For Energy Firms?
The country is considering the possibility that its energy sector may need a state-funded bailout as energy firms’ revenues are being squeezed by high prices, high demand and the lingering effects of a tough winter season.
EU Chief Reaffirms Alliance With US But Says 'A Lot Of Questions' Need Answers After Sub Row
Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the E.U.’s governing European Commission, says that relations between the U.S. and E.U. could not return to “business as usual” until they receive a full explanation for the decision to push France aside in submarine deal with Australia.
Why A Swarm Of Bees Killing 60 Penguins Is A Serious Concern For The Species
A swarm of angry honey bees killed a flock of 63 African Penguins at a popular tourist beach in South Africa and conservationists are concerned about so losing so many endangered penguins at once.
Coinbase Shares Fall After Dropping Interest-Earning Product Amid SEC Scrutiny
Shares in the cryptocurrency broker Coinbase fell on Monday by as much as 5% after it announced that it would not be launching it’s anticipated interest bearing product after scrutiny from U.S. regulators.
Russian Duma Elections Criticized By US, Western Partners For Unfairness
The United States, United Kingdom and the European Union criticized Russia after its nationwide elections for the State Duma over what they say was an uneven playing field for genuine opposition politicians.
Homebuilders Worry About Affordability Even After Lumber Prices Drop
Homebuilders’ sentiments are at a fresh high after the price of lumber fell sharply, but there remains concerns about whether new homes built will remain affordable enough for possible buyers.
China’s New Version Of TikTok Has Scheduling And Time Restrictions
Bytedance has a new TikTok for its users designed for children in China but there's a catch; they can only use the app 40 minutes a week and the app is locked from 10PM to 6AM.
Japan Warns Europe To Call Out China's Aggression Amid AUUKUS Submarine Row
Japan’s defense minister has a request for European countries that are looking for a say on Indo-Pacific affairs; call out China’s aggression before it becomes a bigger problem for the international community.
DOJ Announces Nationwide Takedown Of 'Corrupt Medical Professionals' For $1.4 Billion Telemedicine Fraud
On Friday, the U.S. Department of Justice announced a massive nationwide take down that led to hundreds of charges in a $1.4 billion telemedicine fraud.
Jerome Powell Found To Own Bond Types Bought By Fed Amid Trading Scandal
Chairman of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell was found to have owned bond types that were being purchased by the central bank during the pandemic, only a week after ordering an ethics review into Fed officials' holding of securities.
US Consumers Continue To Feel Pessimistic About Economic Prospects
U.S. consumers are not happy about the state of the economy.
September 18 Rally: How Law Enforcement Is Prepping To Protect The Capitol
Law enforcement in Washington D.C. is waiting with bated breath ahead of a right-wing rally on Sept. 18 that is dedicated to the rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. Here is how they are preparing for the rally.
China Looks To Join Pacific Trade Pact Spurned By US
On Thursday, China’s Commerce Ministry announced that it submitted an application to join a Pacific trade pact that was designed in part to counter its own influence.
Derek Chauvin Pleads Not Guilty To Federal Civil Rights Charges From Prison
The former Minneapolis police officer convicted for the killing of George Floyd pled not guilty to federal civil rights charges in the death of a 14-year-old Black boy.
Is AG Who Defied Cuomo Considering A Run For NY Governor?
New York’s Attorney General Letitia James is reportedly considering a run for governor after her office played a key role in investigating former Governor Andrew Cuomo, the National Rifle Association and the Trump Organization.
Barr Warned Trump He Would Lose Election Over His 'Grievances,' New Books Says
William Barr, former attorney general under President Donald Trump, had a few choice words for his boss ahead of his defeat in the 2020 presidential election, according to a new book by journalists Bob Woodward and Robert Costa.
Unemployment Claims Climb To 332,000 After Reaching New Low Last Week
The U.S. economy saw 332,000 new unemployment claims filed last week, an uptick from where it was just a week after posting a new low.
What Are The Long-Term Effects Of COVID-19 For Patients? NIH Jumpstarts Study To Find Out
The National Institute of Health announced that it would award $470 million in funding to researchers for a study that examines the long-term effects of COVID-19 called RECOVER.
Simone Biles Faults FBI For Failing To Stop Sexual Abuse Of Gymnasts As Congress Demands Accountability
Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles blamed the FBI for failing to do enough to stop the abuse of athletes by sex offender Larry Nassar in a Congressional hearing that is examining the bureau's failure to properly investigate him
DoorDash Accuses New York City Of Endangering Customers' Personal Data With New Data-Sharing Law
Food delivery company DoorDash has announced a lawsuit against New York City over a new data-sharing law that it says will endanger their customers’ personal data.
New Pfizer Data Shows Positive Results Days Before Biden's Booster Plan Starts
Pfizer’s research shows that a third booster shot received six to 12 months after a second dose increased a person’s resilience against the virus.
Moderate Democrats Want State And Local Relief Or Risk 'No Deal' On Tax Reform
Moderate House Democrats are warning colleagues that without promises of state and local relief, there will be “no deal” on tax reform. Progressive Democrats are against restoring a tax deduction that benefit the wealthy.
Demand For Mortgages Surprises With Leap To Highest Level Since April
Mortgage demand shot up this week to a level not seen since April, owing to an increase in inventory that has lured prospective homebuyers into the market.
US - China Relations: Trump Era Policy Continues To Block Chinese Students From Universities
Students from China have found themselves at a loss as they continue to be refused visas to the United States for their university studies and were left grappling with a legacy policy of former President Donald Trump that remains in place under President Joe Biden.
Why Is The US Facing A Housing Shortage? COVID Isn't To Blame
A housing shortage in the United States cannot be solely blamed on the COVID-19 Pandemic.
US Economy: Will Joe Biden Replace Jerome Powell As Fed Chairman?
President Biden will soon have to make a decision on whether he will keep Jerome Powell as the Federal Reserve chair.
Wells Fargo Facing Break-up As Warren Pushes Fed To Revoke License
Wells Fargo is coming under renewed pressure from Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who is pushing the Federal Reserve to revoke its license in a bid to break up the bank.
Facebook Is Aware Of Instagram's Harmful Impacts On Teens As It Creates Kid-Friendly Version
Internal studies from Facebook found that Instagram can have a harmful impact on teenagers’ mental health.
Afghanistan Aftermath: Antony Blinken Defends Biden Administration's Handling Of Withdrawal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived before the U.S Congress for the first set of hearings into President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.