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IMF Updates: Raises Global Growth Projections Amid Tariff Concerns

IMF revises upward its global growth forecast for 2025 and 2026, while warning of tariff-related risks. ...Read more

#imf, #economicgrowth, #tariffs, #globaloutlook

Trump Administration Shifts Peace Efforts to Sudan Amid Ongoing Civil War

As Ukraine and Gaza talks stall, Trump pivots peacekeeping to Sudan amid escalating civil conflict. ...Read more

#sudan, #diplomacy, #trumpadministration, #civilwar

EPA Proposes Repeal of 2009 Endangerment Finding on Greenhouse Gases

The EPA, under Lee Zeldin, seeks to repeal the 2009 finding that labeled greenhouse gases as a threat, sparking environmental concerns. ...Read more

#epa, #environment, #climatechange, #regulations

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Announce $85 Billion Merger to Form First Transcontinental Railroad in the U.S.

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern to merge, creating the first U.S. transcontinental railroad in an $85 billion deal, pending regulatory approval. ...Read more

#railroad, #merger, #unionpacific, #norfolksouthern

Meta Platforms' Ambitious Pursuit of AI Superintelligence

Meta, led by Zuckerberg, advances AI with massive data centers and top talent recruitment for superintelligence. ...Read more

#meta, #artificialintelligence, #technology, #superintelligence

Democrats Eye 2026 Midterms with Cautious Optimism, Banking on Key Recruits

With strategic recruitment and electoral dynamics, Democrats aim for gains in the 2026 midterms despite past challenges. ...Read more

#democrats, #elections, #2026midterms, #politics, #roycooper

U.S. Companies Set Record with $153 Billion in Leveraged Loans in July 2025

In July 2025, U.S. companies issued a record $153 billion in leveraged loans, indicating a shift in corporate borrowing trends. ...Read more

#economy, #corporatedebt, #loans, #financialmarkets

Wastewater Surveillance Detects Measles Before Outbreaks in Texas

Texas sees measles resurgence as wastewater surveillance detects virus early amid declining vaccination rates, signaling urgent public health action. ...Read more

#measles, #wastewater, #texas, #vaccination

National Urban League Declares 'State of Emergency' for U.S. Civil Rights

National Urban League cites threats to racial equality under Trump, declares "state of emergency" for U.S. civil rights. ...Read more

#civilrights, #nationalurbanleague, #trumpadministration

Miami-Dade Arts Sector Faces Financial Strain Amid Major Funding Cuts

Miami-Dade's arts sector struggles after $19.3M in funding cuts, risking cultural and economic impacts. ...Read more

#miami, #artsfunding, #economy, #culture

Merck & Co. to Acquire Verona Pharma for $10 Billion, Boosting Respiratory Portfolio

Merck acquires Verona Pharma for $10B, enhancing its COPD treatment offerings with the novel drug Ohtuvayre. ...Read more

#merck, #veronapharma, #acquisition, #copd, #pharma

Federal Reserve Faces Political Pressure and Leadership Changes Impact Monetary Policy

The Federal Reserve's independence under scrutiny amid political pressures and impending leadership changes affecting monetary policy. ...Read more

#federalreserve, #monetarypolicy, #leadershipchange, #politics

Historic Derecho Threatens Northern Plains and Upper Midwest

A severe derecho threatens South Dakota and Minnesota with winds over 75 mph, large hail, and possible tornadoes, urging communities to brace for impact. ...Read more

#derecho, #northernplains, #uppermidwest, #storm, #severeweather

U.S. and EU Finalize Groundbreaking Trade Agreement Amid Controversy

U.S. and EU seal a major trade deal with tariffs and investment commitments, aiming to ease tensions. But European leaders express mixed reactions. ...Read more

#us, #eu, #trade, #tariffs, #economy

HSBC Strengthens Leadership in MENAT Region with Strategic Appointment

HSBC appoints Mohammed Fannouch as Co-Head of Capital Markets for MENAT, boosting regional presence amid growing economic opportunities. ...Read more

#hsbc, #menat, #leadership, #investmentbanking