French officials in Washington canceled a gala at their compound over frustration with the new security partnership between the U.S., U.K. and Australia. The development comes after France expressed outrage
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Millionaire taxes would increase 11% in 2023 under House Democrat plan
House Democrats' proposed tax reforms would raise levies for $1 million households by about 11% on average in 2023, according to the Joint Committee on Taxation. They'd give a tax
Continue reading »Germany's left-wing socialists — leading election voter polls — are ready for power, former leader says
One of the big surprises in the run-up to the German federal election later this month has been the sharp increase in support for the Social Democratic Party. The SPD
Continue reading »Betting markets swing in favor of Gov. Gavin Newsom as California recall effort enters home stretch
According to betting website Predictit, last week California Gov. Gavin Newsom reached his strongest position for staying in office since early July. Recent polls among likely voters in the recall
Continue reading »Federal unemployment benefits end this weekend for millions of Americans. Many are scared of what comes next
Federal unemployment benefits end this weekend for millions of people. They've been in place since the CARES Act was passed in March 2020. Many recipients reached by CNBC are scared
Continue reading »U.S. forces can't help Americans flee to Kabul airport, Pentagon chief says
The Pentagon acknowledged that it does not currently have the capability to safely escort Americans in Kabul to the airport for evacuation. The Defense secretary's admission comes after the U.S.
Continue reading »Big Oil's bid to lure back investors with cash could ultimately fail
The world's largest oil and gas majors are seeking to lure back investors by returning more cash to shareholders. Market participants, particularly those looking to the long term, remain highly
Continue reading »Air raid sirens sound in Israel after rocket fired from Gaza
Air raid sirens sounded in southern Israel on Monday after a rocket was fired from the Gaza Strip. Amateur video footage appeared to show the rocket being intercepted over the
Continue reading »U.S. moves Afghan embassy compound to the airport as Taliban insurgents arrive in Kabul
The U.S. will move its embassy compound and "core diplomatic" staff to the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul. The latest revelation follows President Joe Biden's order to deploy approximately
Continue reading »Vice President Kamala Harris unveils strategy to address illegal immigration at the border
Vice President Kamala Harris released a sweeping strategy on Thursday to address the root causes of migration amid the recent surge in illegal U.S.-Mexico border crossings. The strategy promises more
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