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What UAW backing means for Biden − and why the union’s endorsement took so long

What UAW backing means for Biden − and why the union’s endorsement took so long

The United Auto Workers has endorsed President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection in 2024. “Joe Biden has earned it,” said union president Shawn Fain on Jan. 24 as he announced the union’s decision to back…

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The Doomsday Clock is still at 90 seconds to midnight. But what does that mean?

The Doomsday Clock is still at 90 seconds to midnight. But what does that mean?

Once every year, a select group of nuclear, climate and technology experts assemble to determine where to place the hands of the Doomsday Clock. Presented by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the Doomsday Clock…

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Gold prices skittish before GDP data; copper upbeat on China stimulus By Investing.com

Gold prices skittish before GDP data; copper upbeat on China stimulus By Investing.com

© Reuters. Investing.com– Gold prices nursed steep losses on Thursday as anticipation of a barrage of U.S. economic and interest rate cues kept traders averse to the yellow metal, while copper sat on strong gains…

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Could taxing land more than income fix the UK housing crisis?

Could taxing land more than income fix the UK housing crisis?

Fifty years ago, a group of activists occupied London’s Centre Point Tower in a fabled episode of direct action on housing. At the time, in January 1974, England was beset by rising homelessness and too…

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People: Philadelphia Fed hires new number two

People: Philadelphia Fed hires new number two

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia US: The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia announced Jeanne Rentzelas would become its new number-two official, starting November 16. Rentzelas will succeed James Narron as first vice-president and chief operating…

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FSB sets out 2024 work programme

FSB sets out 2024 work programme

Press enquiries: +41 61 280 8477 [email protected] Ref: 2/2024 The FSB will monitor vulnerabilities and support global cooperation in a rapidly changing environment, including through its work programme for enhancing the resilience…

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Using photos to create 3D models is helping us understand – and protect – complex marine environments

Using photos to create 3D models is helping us understand – and protect – complex marine environments

Measuring the impact of different events, such as marine heatwaves, on the abundance of marine organisms is not easy. Biological communities naturally change over time and between different locations. Scientists need to untangle these natural…

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Oil prices up 1% to 4-week high on big US crude withdrawal, China stimulus By Reuters

Oil prices up 1% to 4-week high on big US crude withdrawal, China stimulus By Reuters

© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: An aerial view shows tugboats helping a crude oil tanker to berth at an oil terminal, off Waidiao Island in Zhoushan, Zhejiang province, China July 18, 2022. cnsphoto via REUTERS/File Photo…

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testing new products in holiday homes could be a win for local brands and cautious customers

testing new products in holiday homes could be a win for local brands and cautious customers

After a recent city break to Paris, one of our colleagues told us about how much she’d enjoyed some excellent coffee during her trip. But it hadn’t been served in a restaurant or a cafe…

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Gold prices steady amid rate-cut uncertainty; Copper cools from China gains By Investing.com

Gold prices steady amid rate-cut uncertainty; Copper cools from China gains By Investing.com

© Reuters. Investing.com– Gold prices edged lower in Asian trade on Wednesday, sticking to a trading range established over the past week as markets grew more uncertain over U.S. interest rate cuts this year. Among…

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