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CATL halts operations at its Jianxiawo lithium mine, triggering a surge in lithium prices amid China's move to curb overcapacity. ...Read more
#lithium, #china, #catl, #mining, #supplychain
The Culinary Union Local 226 finalizes a landmark contract, achieving full unionization of Las Vegas Strip casinos. ...Read more
#culinaryunion, #lasvegas, #laborrelations, #hospitality, #unions
Nexstar Media Group eyes acquisition of Tegna Inc., potentially reshaping U.S. TV landscape amid ongoing industry consolidation. ...Read more
#nexstar, #tegna, #mergers, #television, #broadcasting
As the U.S.-China tariff truce nears expiration, global markets face uncertainty. Possible tariff hikes could disrupt economies and trade on August 12, 2025. ...Read more
#us, #china, #tariffs, #globalmarkets, #trade
HHS report reveals disparities in Medicaid spending on nursing care compensation, raising concerns about staffing levels and care quality. ...Read more
#medicaid, #nursinghomes, #healthcare, #directcareworkers
Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Energy, highlighting focus on fossil fuels under Trump's administration. ...Read more
#chriswright, #energy, #politics, #trumpadministration, #fossilfuels
Chicago's arts scene is under threat as leadership issues and funding cuts jeopardize its stability. ...Read more
#chicago, #arts, #funding, #leadership
OpenAI unveils GPT-5, an AI model with advanced processing, amid mixed reactions on its implications for the tech industry. ...Read more
#openai, #gpt5, #artificialintelligence, #technology
IAEA official to visit Tehran for talks as Iran halts nuclear site inspections; tensions with US and Israel escalate. ...Read more
#iaea, #iran, #nuclear, #diplomacy, #sanctions
President Trump calls for a significant increase in U.S. soybean exports to China as their tariff truce deadline looms, impacting global trade dynamics. ...Read more
#trump, #china, #soybeans, #trade, #tariffs
Record-breaking flash floods hit Milwaukee, canceling events and causing widespread outages as emergency services respond to 600+ calls. ...Read more
#milwaukee, #flooding, #emergency, #weather, #wisconsin
OpenAI launches GPT-5, promising breakthroughs across industries with its advanced AI features, while raising ethical and societal questions. ...Read more
#openai, #gpt5, #ai, #technology, #innovation
The 2025 U.S. Open unveils a new mixed doubles format to boost fan engagement, raising both excitement and concern among tennis players. ...Read more
#tennis, #usopen2025, #sports, #doubles
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#comics
Bangkok's major art exhibition faces Chinese censorship, sparking a debate on artistic freedom and international diplomacy. ...Read more
#art, #censorship, #china, #diplomacy, #freedomofexpression